ZARGES 41240 Instructions For Assembly And Use

No 291331

03/2019

Instructions for assembly and use

for fixed ladders

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English ........................................................................ English

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Instructions for assembly and use for fixed ladders

Contents

1. Information on this manual.............................................................................4

1.1 Regulations .................................................................................... 4

1.2 Copyright and trademark rights.................................................... 4

1.3 Structure of the manual ................................................................ 4

1.4 Explanation of symbols.................................................................. 5

2. General safety regulations..............................................................................6

2.1 Intended use................................................................................... 6

2.2 Improper use.................................................................................. 6

2.3 Safety equipment ........................................................................... 6

2.4 Operating instructions and training .............................................. 7

2.5 Personnel ....................................................................................... 7

3. Technical description.....................................................................................7

3.1 Fixed ladder system....................................................................... 7

3.2 Type testing .................................................................................... 8

3.3 Scope of delivery ............................................................................ 8

3.4 Identification................................................................................... 8

3.5 Technical data................................................................................ 9

4. Assembly.................................................................................................... 14

4.1 Safety instructions ....................................................................... 14

4.2 Recommendations for assembly................................................. 14

4.3 Special notes................................................................................ 15

4.4 Final steps.................................................................................... 17

5. Use ............................................................................................................17

5.1 Safety instructions ....................................................................... 17

5.2 Special notes................................................................................ 18

6. Inspection and servicing...............................................................................20

6.1 Inspection ..................................................................................... 20

6.2 Care .............................................................................................. 20

6.3 Repairs ......................................................................................... 20

6.4 Spare parts................................................................................... 20

Declaration of Performance - DoP .................................................................21

A Illustrations section (assembly) ....................................................................21

B Illustrations section (supporting forces for platform combinations) ..................42

English

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1. Information on this manual

The instructions in this manual must be read, understood and complied with to ensure

correct and safe erection and operation of the fixed ladders. Failure to comply with these

instructions may lead to fatal accidents, injury or damage to property.

This manual must be available at the assembly/installation location at all times and

must be read, understood and the instructions in it followed by all persons assembling/

installing the fixed ladder.

1.1 Regulations In addition to the instructions in this manual, the following regulations must be

complied with when installing, using and servicing the equipment:

• DGUV Rule 100-001 - Principles of prevention

• DGUV Regulation 38 - Construction work (formerly BGV C22)

• DGUV Regulation 21 - Waste water plants (formerly BGV C5)

• DGUV Principle 312-906 - Principles for selection, training and certification of

experts for personal protective equipment providing protection against falling

(formerly BGG 906)

• DGUV Information 201-002 - Structural engineering (formerly BGI 530)

• DGUV Rule 11-198 Rules for the use of personal protective equipment against falls

from a height (formerly BGR/GUV-R 198)

• DIN 18799:1:2009-05 Fixed ladders for construction work

• DIN 14094-1:2017-04 Firefighting purposes - Escape ladder installations - Escape

ladder with falling protection, holding device, platform

• DIN EN ISO 14122-4:2016-10 Safety of machinery - Permanent means of access to

machinery - Part 4: Fixed ladders (ISO 14122-4:2016)

1.2 Copyright and

trademark rights

Copyright of these instructions for assembly and use rests with the manufacturer.

The manufacturer also reserves all rights arising from this documentation, in particular

in connection with the granting of a patent or registration of utility patents.

Any infringement of the conditions described above will result in liability for damages.

1.3 Structure of the

manual

The description of procedure for assembly of the fixed ladder system is contained in the

illustrations section of this manual. The following must also be observed during assembly:

> Safety instructions in Chapter 4.3 Special notes

The illustrations section of the manual is structured as follows:

Contents Page Identification

Information on products 21

Information on assembly 23

Assembly 24 to

Supporting forces for platform

combinations 42

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A30

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1.4 Explanation of

symbols

The following pictograms are used in the illustrations section of this manual:

Information to which special attention must be paid and which must be

complied with

Dangerous situation which may lead to serious or fatal injury

Wear a safety helmet

Wear protective gloves

Wear safety shoes

Wear safety goggles

Single-section fixed ladder

Multi-section fixed ladder

Product made from aluminium (anodised)

Product made from aluminium (natural)

Product made from hot-dip galvanised steel

Product made from stainless steel

Glass-fibre reinforced plastic

Apply suitable anti-corrosion protection (zinc dust paint)

Cut to length in the appropriate professional manner

Ensure that the equipment is securely positioned

Self-closing by means of gravity lock

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2. General safety regulations

2.1 Intended use The fixed ladder is intended solely for the following applications:

• Fixed installation on buildings, machinery, silos etc. as a means of access to the

respective units

• Assembly and use in accordance with the applicable standards DIN 18799-1

(for Austria: ÖN Z 1600), DIN 14094-1 or EN ISO 14122 Part 4

• Use of all accessory parts in accordance with this manual

2.2 Improper use Hazards may arise as a result of improper use. In particular, improper use includes

the following:

• Unauthorised structural modifications or incorrectly executed repairs

• Combination with components from other manufacturers in ladder and platform

systems

• Use of single parts or the overall system for purposes for which they were not

intended

• Use of parts other than those supplied or approved by Zarges

2.3 Safety equipment The following safety equipment (fall protection devices) is approved for use:

• Fall arrester system

• Back guard

Manipulation of the safety equipment is prohibited. If defects are ascertained, the fixed

ladder system must not be used.

Observe the relevant standards, depending on the designated use of the fixed ladder

system.

2.3.1 Fixed ladders for construction work (DIN 18799-1)

A fall protection device in the form of a back guard or a fall arrester system in

accordance with EN 353-1 is mandatory from a fall height of 5 metres onwards.

If the fixed ladder is of multi-section design, the maximum permissible length of each

ladder section is 10 metres.

Self-closing by means of spring force lock

Load case

Load case set

LF

LFS

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2.3.2 Emergency-ladder systems (DIN 14094-1)

A fall protection device is mandatory from a fall height of 3 metres onwards. Fall arrester

systems in accordance with EN 353-1 must not be used. Only a fall protection device in the

form of a back guard is permissible.

If the fixed ladder is of multi-section design, the maximum permissible length of each

ladder section is 6 metres.

The top exit must be designed with an angled stile.

2.3.3 Permanent means of access to machinery; fixed ladders (EN ISO 14122 Part 4)

A fall protection device in the form of a back guard or fall arrester system in accordance

with EN 353-1 is mandatory from a fall height of 3 metres.

If the fixed ladder system is of multi-section design, the maximum permissible length

of each ladder section is 6 metres.

In addition, the top exit must be equipped with an exit step and a double safety barrier.

2.4 Operating

instructions and

training

The operator is under obligation

• to compile operating instructions for the use of the fixed ladder system. These

instructions must contain all necessary information for safe use of the equipment.

• to instruct personnel using the equipment at least once per year, on the basis of the

operating instructions.

• to inform personnel using the equipment that the emergency-ladder systems may

only be used in the event of fire and for maintenance.

2.5 Personnel 2.5.1 Use

The operator must ensure that fixed ladders are only used by personnel familiar with

the fixed ladder system. Personnel must be in appropriate physical condition to use the

fixed ladder system.

Persons under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication reducing reaction times

must not be allowed to work on or with the fixed ladder.

2.5.2 Assembly

The fixed ladder must be assembled by specialist personnel.

Specialist personnel are authorised by the operator. Such personnel are persons whose

professional training, specialist know-how and knowledge of the relevant regulations

place them in a position to carry out the tasks assigned to them and identify and avoid

possible risks.

3. Technical description

3.1 Fixed ladder system The fixed ladder system is designed according to the modular principle. Any desired

access height can be reached by combining matched elements.

The following materials are available: natural aluminium, anodised aluminium, hot-dip

galvanised steel, stainless steel.

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3.2 Type testing The fixed ladder systems described below are type-tested and registered.

The fixed ladders and platforms meet the requirements of DIN 18799-1, DIN 14094-1

and EN ISO 14122.

3.3 Scope of delivery The scope of delivery is customer-specific and depends on the individual order.

• Before starting assembly of the product, check that all components listed in the

order confirmation and on the delivery note have been supplied and are in perfect

condition. Use only original parts in perfect condition to assemble the product.

3.4 Identification • Type plates

> For identification of the specific model supplied, see the type plate. Type plates are

attached to all main components of the fixed ladder system. The illustration shows

the type plate of a fixed ladder, 1.96 m, hot-dip galvanised steel.

• Product decals

> All product decals must remain attached to the product.

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3.5 Technical data This section lists the technical data for the products. The illustrations are intended as

examples and do not apply to all products of a product group.

3.5.1 Fixed ladders

3.5.2 Ladder connectors

3.5.3 Wall brackets

Wall brackets, U-shaped

Order No. 41286 41240 41241 41242 42286 42240 42241 42242 43286 43240 43241 43242 44286 44240 44241 44242

Material Anodised aluminium Natural aluminium Hot-dip galvanised steel Stainless steel

Ladder

length m1.12 1.96 2.80 3.64 1.12 1.96 2.80 3.64 1.12 1.96 2.80 3.64 1.12 1.96 2.80 3.64

Stile

dimen-

sions

mm

x

mm

60 x 25 60 x 25 60 x 25 60 x 25

Number

of rungs 4 7 10 13 4 7 10 13 4 7 10 13 4 7 10 13

Rung

dimen-

sions

mm

x

mm

30 x 30 (square rung) 30 x 30 (square rung) 30 x 30 (perforated rung) 30 x 30 (perforated rung)

Intervals

between

rungs

mm

x

mm

280 280 280 280

Weight kg 2.5 4.2 6.2 8.0 2.5 4.2 6.2 8.0 6.7 13.2 19.2 24.4 6.7 13.2 19.2 24.4

Order No. 43239 44239

Material Glass-fibre reinforced

plastic Stainless steel

For ladder material Anodised aluminium,

natural aluminium, steel Stainless steel

Attachment type Internally supported Externally

supported

Weight (set) kg 0.3 0.6

Order No. 43257 44257 43258 44258 43259 44259 43260 44260

Wall distance mm 200 200 200-250 200-250 250-350 250-350 400-600 400-600

Material Steel Stainless

steel Steel Stainless

steel

with/without

supports without without without without without without with with

Drilled hole

spacing mm 332 332 332 332 332 332 332 332

Weight kg 4.6 4.6 5.9 5.9 6.6 6.6 13.8 13.8

Kit statics Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Wall brackets, single

3.5.4 Floor mounting

Ground plates

3.5.5 Top entry/exit

Stile extensions

* only in combination with 43243 or 44243

Landings with crossover, 800 mm

Order No. 43249 44249 43250 44250 43252 44252 43251 44251

Wall distance mm 200 200 150-200 150-200 200-275 200-275 275-375 275-375

Material Steel Stainless

steel Steel Stainless

steel

Drilled hole spacing 625 625 630 630 630 630 420 420

Weight kg 1.2 1.2 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.5 1.3 1.3

Order No. 43253 44253

Height mm 200 200

Material Steel Stainless steel

Weight kg 1.0 1.0

Order No. 43243 44243 43049 44049 43248 44248 47215

Form straight angled Guardrails* Access aid,

retractable

Material Steel Stainless

steel Steel Stainless

steel Stainless

steel

Total length mm 1770 1770 1770 1770 1770 1770 1600

Upper edge rung

to upper edge

stile

mm 1380

Weight kg 4.7 4.7 7.0 7.0 4.6 4.6 5.1

Order No. 41181 42181 43181 44181

Material Anodised

aluminium Natural

aluminium Steel Stainless

steel

Length mm 800

Width mm 600

Weight kg 21.4 22.0 46.0 46.0

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Landing with extended crossover > 800 mm, for maintenance routes only (DIN 18799-1)

Exit steps

3.5.6 Back guard

Back hoop

3/4-back hoop for lateral exit

Back hoop for offset version

Order No. 43180 43179

Material Steel Steel

Length mm 1000 1200

Width mm 600

Weight kg 53.0 61.0

Order No. 40945 43284 44254 43285

Material Natural aluminium,

serrated Steel, perforated Stainless steel, per-

forated Steel, perforated

Width mm 520

Depth mm 150 200

Weight kg 1.4 2.8 2.8 4.4

Order No. 41244 42244 43244 44244

Material Anodised

aluminium Natural

aluminium Steel Stainless

steel

Diameter mm 700

Height mm 80

Weight kg 2.3 2.3 4.0 4.0

Order No. 41287 42287 43287 44287

Material Anodised

aluminium Natural

aluminium Steel Stainless

steel

Diameter mm 700

Height mm 80

Weight kg 2.0 2.0 3.0 3.0

Order No. 41247 42247 43247 44247

Material Anodised

aluminium Natural

aluminium Steel Stainless

steel

Width mm 1340

Height mm 80

Weight kg 1.8 1.8 2.4 2.4

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Back straps

3.5.7 Safety barriers

3.5.8 Access protection

Access protection for maintenance ladders

Access protection for escape ladders

Order No. 41245 42245 43245 44245

Material Anodised

aluminium Natural

aluminium Steel Stainless

steel

Length (drilled hole -

drilled hole) mm 1400

Total length mm 1480

Width mm 66

Weight kg 0.9 0.9 2.2 2.2

Order No. 43500 44520 43501 44521 43502 44522

Closing mechanism Gravity lock Concealed spring mechanism Double safety barrier in bar

shape with spring

mechanism

Material Steel Stainless

steel Steel Stainless

steel

Weight kg 2.2 2.2 3.0 3.0 6.7 6.7

Order No. 43498 43255 44255 41445

Type of access protection Security door for main-

tenance ladders Rest platform Base ladder

Material Steel Steel Stainless steel Aluminium

Weight kg 21.0 17 17 6.6

Order No. 42446 43265 43499 43497

Type of access protection Emergency exit

ladder Swing-out access

protection Swing-out

security door Security door with

fixed side parts

Ladder length m 3.20 - - -

Utilisable length m 2.50 - - -

Material Aluminium Steel Steel Steel

Weight kg 8.6 15.0 24.0 62.6

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3.5.9 Platforms and accessories

Exit platform

Extension platform

Connecting brace

Spacer segment

3.5.10 Crossovers

Crossover platform

Order No. 43270 44270 43275 44325

Material Galvanised steel Stainless steel Galvanised steel Stainless steel

Size (W x D) mm 800 x 860 940 x 1000

Weight kg 75.0 75.0 86.0 86.0

Order No. 43272 44272 43271 44271 43277 44327 43276 44326

Material Galvanised

steel Stainless

steel Galvanised

steel Stainless

steel Galvanised

steel Stainless

steel Galvanised

steel Stainless

steel

Size (W x D) mm 500 x 860 800 x 860 500 x 1000 940 x 1000

Weight kg 50.0 50.0 60.0 60.0 52.0 52.0 74.0 74.0

Order No. 43320 44320

Material Steel Stainless steel

Weight kg 4.0 4.0

Order No. 43280 44280 43281 44281

Material Galvanised steel Stainless steel Galvanised steel Stainless steel

Length mm 140 160

Weight kg 8.0 8.0 9.0 9.0

Order No. 43266 44266

Material Galvanised steel Stainless steel

Weight kg 20.0 20.0

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Crossover landing

4. Assembly

4.1 Safety instructions • Ladder systems must always be installed vertically.

• If the wall brackets are mounted with screw anchor systems, use only building-

authority approved screw anchor systems. The company carrying out installation

is responsible for the work and must examine the masonry thoroughly. In the event

of uncertainty, contact an expert for the planning of structural framework or a

specialist consultant from the company which manufactures the screw anchors

(mandatory in accordance with DIN 14094-1). The attachment of the individual wall

bracket must be capable of withstanding a total extraction force of  3 kN and, in

combination with a fall arrester system (e. g. the Zarges ZAST fall arrester system),

an impact force of  6 kN. Screw anchors are not included in the scope of delivery.

• Where it is necessary to cut components to size, this work must be performed by

specialist personnel on-site.

> Deburr all edges.

> Restore anti-corrosion protection.

• Screws and nuts:

> Use screws and nuts from ZARGES or screws and nuts of equivalent quality.

> Secure screwed connections with self-locking nuts.

> To ensure easy and safe assembly, use a suitable high-performance anti-wear

agent designed for heavy-duty use on stainless steel screws in the assembly area.

ZARGES recommends the product Chaast, manufactured by the Hebro company.

> Tighten screws to the following torques:

4.2 Recommendations

for assembly

4.2.1 Preparation

• For a better overview, spread the fixed ladder components out on the ground and

pre-assemble them segment by segment.

Order No. 43310 44310 43315 44315

Material Galvanised steel Stainless steel Galvanised steel Stainless steel

Size (W x D) mm 800 x 860 940 x 1000

Weight kg 73.0 73.0 77.0 77.0

Dimension Tightening torque (Nm)

M6 7.5

M8 17.5

M10 25.0

M12 60.0

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4.2.2 Order of assembly

As the setup will vary according to specific on-site conditions, there is no prescribed

order of assembly.

Recommendation:

• Carry out assembly starting at the top and working towards the bottom. Observe the

prescribed dimensions and spacings.

• The top rung must be flush with the edge of the building or machine.

• The topmost wall bracket should ideally be attached in the area of the top two rungs.

If otherwise not possible, at least between the second and third rung.

• Each ladder section must be attached with two wall brackets or four single wall

brackets. The wall brackets must not be more than 2.0 metres apart.

• The topmost back hoop is attached to the stile extension or the guardrail of the

bridging.

• Wall brackets can be pre-assembled on the supporting structure, following the

planned route of the ladder system. It is essential to ensure flush alignment.

• The platform mounting plates can be pre-assembled for each platform. They must

be assembled flush (both horizontally and vertically).

• Following pre-assembly on the floor, ladder systems (even if they comprise several

ladder segments) can be lifted using lifting tackle of suitable load-bearing capacity.

To prevent damage to the ladder connectors and the overall structure during lifting,

stabilise the ladder system, for example using tensioning straps spanning at least 2

to 3 rungs in the area of the ladder connections. If necessary, reinforce, for example

with wood.

• Where necessary, shorten the lower section of the ladder and the ladder safety cage

to suit on-site conditions. Restore anti-corrosion protection.

4.3 Special notes The assembly instructions are in the form of diagrams.

The following must also be observed:

> Safety instructions in Chapter 4.1 Safety instructions.

> The notes below on the individual assembly steps.

Double-sided wall brackets (U-shaped bar), single-sided wall brackets

> Check that the surface of the substructure is flat and perpendicular; use adjustable

wall brackets if necessary.

> Mount each ladder segment with at least two double-sided U-shaped bars or four

single-sided wall brackets.