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1. sU STANCE Lw USER INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the SumoStance by Little Giant When used correctly we believe the SumoStance is the safest extension ladder in the world Little Giant Ladder Systems subjects each ladder to comprehensive tests for safety in design and construction so you can trust it in all the work you do In addition the SumoStance meets or exceeds all OSHA and ANSI safety standards Please don t ignore the instructions Make the most of your ladder system by learning how to use it safely If you have any questions about how to operate your SumoStance please call us We value our customers and we re happy to help End Caps Top of Fly Optional Section Only Padded V Rung amp Cable Hooks os os s Rail Closures lt WA MAS ___ Do Not Stand H E on or above Red Rungs External Guide Bracket or J Bracket Rope Internal Guide Bracket 7 kee Rope Assembly Rope amp Rope Crimp i SCAN THE CODE TO VIEW 1 a INSTRUCTION amp SAFETY VIDEO es Raj Base Section Rail Closures _ SumoStamce Leveling i Outrigger Assembly Little at Shoe Bracket OWNLOAD ANF FOR CREE si a Poa iant Asa Ladder Svst E un Customer Service adder Systems N i Spike Shoe 7 L Bottom Rung 800 453 1192 CLIMB ON Little Giant Ladder Systems e 1198 N Spring Creek Place e TYPE IA 300 LBS AND TYPE IAA 375 L2. desired height op 9 To return the outriggers to the storage position lower the fly section completely and lift upward on the release lever The outrigger will spring back to the storage position Raising or Lowering the Outriggers 1 To lower the outrigger leg depress the thumb release button and pull down on the trigger release lever at the same time and adjust the outrigger to the desired height Figures 8 11 2 To raise the outrigger leg depress the thumb release button and pull down on the trigger release lever at the same time and adjust the outrigger to the desired height Figures 8 11 3 Check the bubble level located on the top of the outrigger side rail to ensure that the ladder is level and properly set up before climbing Figures 5 amp 7 Tip To ensure smooth operation of the outriggers use a dry lubricant 3 IN ONE is recommended spray the top surface of the outrigger The lubricant will dry in seconds wipe off all excess over spray with a dry clean cloth Do not use oil Use the proper working 75 5 degree angle the e i l Erecting the SumoStance Ladder o distance from the ladder s base to the base of the xi DO NOT stand on the top three rungs g o support wall must be 1 4 the working length of the 12 13 14 15 16 ladder ie one foot out from the wall for every four feet J in height Use the level bubbles installed on the ladder xi DO NOT overreach if needed move the ladder BL
3. v3 8 11 GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY TIPS PROPER SELECTION 1 Select ladder of proper size to reach working height 2 IMPORTANT Ladders are designed to support one person plus materials and tools not more than the working load on the notice label on this ladder INSPECTION 1 Inspect upon receipt and before each use never climb a damaged bent or broken ladder All parts must be in good working order 2 Make sure all rivets joints nuts and bolts are tight rungs secure ladder extension locks and feet functioning if necessary lubricate rope properly attached and in good condition 3 Keep your ladder clean free from grease oil mud snow wet paint and other slippery material Keep your shoes clean leather soles should not be used 4 Never make temporary repairs of damaged or missing parts 5 If your ladder is broken worn or exposed to fire or chemical corrosion destroy it PROPER SET UP 1 DANGER METAL CONDUCTS ELECTRICITY Do not let ladders of any material come in contact with live electrical wires 2 Secure base when raising extension and never set up ladder when it is extended 3 Set a single or extension ladder at proper 75 5 degree angle by bracing ladder base a distance equal to 1 4 total working length of ladder away from base of vertical support If distance is less than 3 feet place base of ladder a minimum of 3 feet from vertical support 4 Set your ladder on firm ground Do not lean sideway
4. BS RATED Springville UT 84663 ALWAYS CHECK LOCKED LOCKS FULLY ALWAYS BE SURE THE HOOKED LOCKS ARE FULLY OVER BASE ENGAGED AND THE FLY IS SECTION IN FRONT OF THE BASE RUNG BEFORE CLIMBING ALWAYS CHECK SPIKE SHOES Make sure both shoes are on firm level and non slippery surfaces Use spike plate on penetrable surfaces For proper use of spike shoe position the safety shoe with the rubber foot pad toward user when climbing ladder THIS LADDER IS NOT DESIGNED FOR SEPARATE USE Do not stand on or above the top 3 RUNGS YOU CAN LOSE YOUR BALANCE e f Use the correct size of ladder for the job to know your ladder 39 Securely engage all locks before climbing CABLE HOOK SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Properly lock cable hooks into use position before Never lean ladder on hooks when using it against a Never hang ladder from cable hooks The cable Inspect the ladder before use do not use a broken ladder if broken remove from service and destroy Read all instructions on the ladder before using it get SET UP LADDER PROPERLY TO REDUCE SLIP AND OVERLOAD HAZARDS FOLLOW THESE CDANGER gt SECURE INSTRUCTIONS LOCKS STORED POSITION USE POSITION 1 PLACE TOES AGAINST BOTTOM OF LADDER SIDE RAILS 2 STAND ERECT 3 EXTEND ARMS STRAIGHT OUT 4 PALMS OF HANDS SHOULD TOUCH TOP OF RUNG AT SHOULDER LEVEL climbing building or other solid surface hooks are designed for use as a safety prec
5. OCK FOOT WITH 2 PEOPLE E to check the proper angle lo o DO NOT climb the ith k to th vA Keep the ladder clean and free from debris Wear xf O NOT imb e laedi wi youi hackeo he nl t aA ladder D D J slip resistant shoes e i poe the ladder Keep ladder close to work avoid pushing or pulling on Climb up and down always facing the ladder use both hands and maintain a firm grip while climbing Always keep at least one hand securely holding the ladder 8 side rail while working Keep three points of contact down and move the ladder Do not walk or jog xf 5 DO NOT attempt to move a ladder while on it get ladder when standing on it DO NOT climb from one ladder to another DO NOT use the ladder as a plank or in the With the ladder a horizontal flat position Keep your body centered on the ladder while climbing Op and working x ji DO NOT overload your ladder J Haul tools up on a line rather than carrying them x zE DO NOT leave an erect ladder unattended e Be aba T Nes CANO Ol Weare ity ff Never release any of the ladder s locks or attempt to situations with the ladder fully secured at the top and x enoi oa ihe ideni e akna onie ladder bottom to prevent movement Have another person l p g l hold the base of the ladder ladder Po Get help in carrying and setting up a heavy ladder Use extreme caution when getting on and off the x gt Never drop or apply an impac
6. aution not as a means of total support for the ladder Always tie off ladder to cable or pole to prevent sliding Read and follow all other instructions on the ladder DO NOT DO NOT climb a ladder if you tire easily are subject to fainting spells using medicine under the influence of drugs or alcohol or are physically impaired DO NOT hurry or skip steps always take one step at a time firmly setting one foot before moving the other XE t DO NOT make temporary repairs of damaged or missing parts Positioning the Outriggers Spreading the Outriggers 1 Lower the fly section completely 2 Lean the ladder against a secure structure 3 While holding the ladder vertical away from the wall or secure structure lean the ladder very slightly to the right and pull upward on left release lever to unlock the engagement pin Figures 1 2 4 Push the left outrigger out with your left foot and release the lever Continue extending the outrigger with your foot until the engagement pin locks into place Figure 3 5 Ensure the engagement pin is fully locked if any red is visible at the end of the pin the pin is not fully engaged Figure 4 6 Repeat steps 3 4 on the opposite side using your right foot 7 Check the bubble level located on the top of the outrigger side rail to ensure that the ladder is level and properly set up before climbing Figures 5 7 8 Raise the fly section to your
7. oist Never use a ladder on ascaffold Do not overload Extension ladders are meant for one person 10 Keep your ladder close to your work avoid over reaching pushing or pulling off the side of the ladder 11 Never drop or apply an impact load to a ladder 12 Do not walk or shift the ladder while standing on it PROPER CARE AND STORAGE 1 Hang your ladder on racks in a dry place at intervals of 6 feet for support 2 Properly secure and support your ladder while in transit 3 Never store materials on your ladder 4 Keep your ladder clean and free of all foreign materials 5 To ensure smooth operation of the outriggers use a dry lubricant 3 IN ONE is recommended spray the top surface of the outrig ger the lubricant will dry in seconds wipe off all excess over spray with a dry clean cloth Do not use oil facebook tuittei ALI MEMBER Little Giant Ladders eoradditional realLittleGiant safety training visit www laddersafety org MODEL SPECIFICATION TABLE MODEL MAX HIGHEST MAX WORK MAX WORK REACH STANDING LEVEL HEIGHT LENGTH 20 19 13 1 19 7 17 24 23 16 11 23 5 21 23 27 20 10 277 4 25 Register Your Warranty The SumoStance by Little Giant comes with a one year warranty against manufacturer defects For detailed information on the SumoStance warranty please visit www LittleGiantLadders com It only takes a moment to pro
8. s Do not use on ice or snow or Slippery surface without non skid devices or securing feet 5 Erect ladder so that approximately 3 feet extends above roof line or working surface tie top at support points 6 Extend top section only from ground never by bouncing or from the roof 7 Do not over extend Maintain a minimum overlap of 34 for ladders up to 32 8 Place on firm level surface with a secure footing Do not use on Slippery surfaces Do not place on boxes unstable bases or on scaffolds Do not tie or fasten ladders together to gain additional height 9 Do not place in front of door opening toward ladder 10 When possible use second person to hold ladder PROPER CLIMBING AND USE 1 DO NOT USE LADDERS if you tire easily are subject to fainting spells are using medicine or alcohol or are physically impaired 2 To protect children do not leave ladder set up and unattended 3 Securely engage ladder locks before climbing 4 Face the ladder when climbing up or down keep body centered between side rails Move ladder as needed 5 Maintain a firm grip Use both hands in climbing 6 Do not climb onto a ladder from the side unless the ladder is secured against side to side motion Do not climb from one ladder to another 7 Do not stand on or above the top three rungs Never climb above the top support point 8 Do not use a ladder in high winds 9 Never use an extension ladder as a platform plank or h
9. t load to ladder g Do not expose the ladder to extreme heat or harsh A chemicals WALK UP HAND OVER HAND Erecting the SumoStance Ladder 1 Lay the ladder on the ground with the base section facing up Place the spike shoe of the ladder against a wall to keep the ladder from moving Figure 12 2 Lift the other end of the ladder and walk the ladder hand over hand one rung at a time until you are able to lean the ladder against the wall The inner or fly section should be facing out Figures 12 14 3 Lift the base of the ladder and carefully move the base away from the wall until the ladder leans at a 75 5 degree angle Use the bubble level to verify that you have set the ladder at a 75 degree angle Figures 14 16 SET UP AT 75 5 ANGLE MOVE BACK 1 4TH THE DISTANCE OF THE LADDER LENGTH TO THE SUPPORT POINT PLACE FOOT ON BOTTOM RUNG OR BASE SECTION Extending the SumoStance Ladder Using Rope and Pulley System 1 Position yourself between the ladder and the wall and lean the ladder slightly away from the wall 2 Pull the rope to extend the ladder to your desired height 3 When the ladder reaches the desired height make sure the rung locks are fully hooked over the two rung sections Check both bubble levels and adjust as needed 4 To take down your ladder reverse this process Working slowly will help you keep total control of the ladder 2011 Little Giant Ladder Systems 53499
10. tect your investment so don t forget to register your SumoStance warranty through one of three methods 1 Go online at www LittleGiantLadders com 2 Call Little Giant Ladder Systems at 800 453 1192 3 Return the Little Giant Ladder Systems warranty card by mail
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