Product Manual

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SCAFFOLDING & ACCESSORY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and
the warning labels.
9. The maximum working load is 1000 pounds evenly
distributed for one stage and 750 pounds combined for
two stages. The total combined weight of workers and
materials must not exceed the rated working load. Al-
ways keep weight evenly distributed.
10. Be aware of dynamic loading: jumping on or sud-
denly dropping weight onto the scaffolding may briefly
create an excess load, causing the product to fail.
11. Do not ride on or transport items on scaffolding.
12. Do not allow unstable objects or slippery materials
to accumulate on the scaffolding.
13. Do not use for cantilever applications. Use with sup-
ports directly underneath the scaffolding.
14. Maintain labels and nameplates on the scaffolding.
These carry important safety information. If unreadable
or missing, contact WEN customer service for a replace-
ment.
15. Position the scaffolding on a hard, level surface.
Make sure the working/standing surface is completely
level and that the wheels are locked before getting on
the scaffolding.
16. Do not climb onto scaffold from a ladder unless both
the scaffolding and the ladder are secured from move-
ment in all directions. Do not use a ladder above the plat-
form to reach greater heights.
17. Use guard rails, mid rails and toe boards (not includ-
ed) as required by local, state and federal regulations.
Using such safety devices is always recommended.
18. Scaffolds that are covered in ice or snow cannot be
used until they are cleaned off thoroughly. Scaffolds
must not be used during storms or in windy weather.
19. Store idle scaffolding out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the scaffold to
climb on it or use it for any purpose. This item can be
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
20. Have the scaffolding regularly serviced by a qualified
person. Use only identical replacement parts and acces-
sories. This will ensure a longer lifespan for the product
and will also maximize safety.
21. Never stack more than two units.
22. Always use outriggers and guardrails when stacking
units.
23. Before scaffold units are to be stacked, a set of (4)
Outriggers with casters shall be installed on the base
section of scaffolding. The casters must be the same
size as the casters in the base scaffold.
24. Outrigger must be flush against scaffold leg and
caster must be in contact with the surface.
25. Guardrails must be installed on all open sides of a
work platform where a person could fall from a height of
6 ft (1.8 m) or more.
26. Always fasten the guardrails system to the structure
using locking pins or bolts.
27. There must be a minimum of two side braces installed
on each scaffold level and evenly spaced throughout the
scaffold. Lack of adequate bracing could cause scaffold
to collapse.
28. Always use casters locked to the structure with the
locking pins.
29. Do not climb unless all casters are in locked position.
30. Lock the casters on the outriggers each time you
lock the casters on the base scaffold. This is to be done
prior to climbing the scaffolding.
These safety instructions can’t possibly warn of every
scenario that may arise with this tool, so always
make sure to stay alert and use common sense
during operation.