Use and Care Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Little Giant SkyScraper. When used cor-
rectly, the Little Giant SkyScraper is the strongest, safest, most versatile
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 SkyScraper meets or ex-
ceeds stringent 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 Little Giant SkyScraper, please call us. We value our cus-
tomers, and we’re happy to help.
Operating instructions for Little Giant
®
SkyScraper Telescoping
A-frame ladder.
I. Description - SkyScraper Telescoping A-Frame Ladder
A. Three basic components -The ladder is a telescoping A-frame unit comprised of
three basic components- an inner ladder unit, which telescopes within two outer units.
1. The inner ladder unit has a locking center hinge which allows the unit to be
used in the following configurations:
a. A-Frame (See Figure A-1)
b. Staircase (See Figure A-2)
2. Locking mechanisms on the two outer units of the ladder permit the outer
telescoping sections of the ladder to be adjusted in length. This lock assembly
fits in any rung of the inner ladder, allowing foot by foot adjustment on either
side of the ladder.
B. Model Specifications Table
C. The inner and outer side rails are made of aircraft grade aluminum.
1. There are slip-resistant aluminum rungs on both inner and outer units.
2. Both inner and outer units are finished with slip-resistant feet.
CAUTION: INSPECT UPON RECEIPT
AND BEFORE EACH USE. NEVER USE
A DAMAGED OR BROKEN LADDER.
Model No.
SkyScraper 15’
SkyScraper 17’
SkyScraper 21’
Storage Height
7’7”
9’7”
11’7”
Stepladder Height
8’0” to 15’0”
9’0” to 17’0”
11’0” to 21’0”
Weight
66 lbs.
79 lbs.
103 lbs.
Figure A-1 A-Frame
Figure A-2 Staircase
II. The Little Giant® Telescoping A-Frame Ladder has two mechanical compo-
nent parts:
A. The HINGE - located at the top of the ladder when it is in storage position,
permits you to alter the shape of the ladder. The hinge locks in the following
position. (See figures A-1, A-2)
1. Unlock the hinge by pushing straight in on the palm button until it stays in the
open position on both hinges (See figures A-3, A-4, and A-5).
a. NOTE- If there is pressure on the hinge lock pins it will make it difficult
to unlock the hinge. To relieve pressure simply jiggle one half of the ladder
back and forth until hinge lock pins move without force.
b. NOTE - DO NOT FORCE HINGE LOCK out with any tools as it will
cause permanent damage to the hinge mechanism. It should never require
more than light pressure to unlock the hinge if the holes are properly
aligned.
2. You may now open the ladder to the A-frame position by pulling the two lad-
der halves apart until both hinge lock pins snap into the A-frame locked position.
(See figure A-1)
3. To restore the ladder to the storage position, disengage the hinge locks in the
A-frame position and return the ladder to its storage position.
Figure A-3
LOCKED
Figure A-4
UNLOCKED
Figure A-5
SIDE VIEW
CAUTION: HEED THE WARNING IMPRINTED ON THE HINGE! “HINGE
LOCK MUST BE FULLY IN BEFORE USING, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN INJURY.”
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