1.Inspect upon receipt and before each use2.Make sure all rungs are securely engaged and locked in pace3.Never climb a damaged, bent or broken ladder4.Keep telesteps telescoping ladder clean, free from grease, oil, mud snow, wet paint, and other slippy material. Keep your shoes clean, leather shoes should not be used5.Never make temporary repairs of damaged or missing parts6.All working parts must be in good working order7.Do not use telescopic ladder if broken, worn or if exposed to fire or chemical corrosionTelescopic Ladders PROPER SET-UP1. Danger, metal telescoping ladders conduct electricity: don't let telescoping multi ladder of any materials come in contact with live electrical wires2. Set single or extension telesteps telescopic ladder at proper 75-1/2 degrees angle by bracing ladder base a distance equal to 1/4 of total working length of ladder way from base of vertical support if distance is less than 3 feet, Place base of ladder a minimum of 3 feet from vertical support3. Set ladder on firm ground, do not lean sideways, Do not use on ice or snow or slippy surface4. Erect telescoping step ladder with minimum 1 feet, and Maximum 3 feet, extending above roof line or working surface, the top at support points5. Extend top section only from ground, never by bouncing or from the roof6. Place on a firm surface and a secure footing. Do not use on slippy surfaces. Do not place on boxes, unstable bases or scaffolds to gain additional height7. Do not place in front of door opening toward ladder8. Where possible, use second person to hold ladder
