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NYLON/STEEL FIRE ESCAPE LADDER

MODEL EL52

This nylon/steel Fire Escape Ladder is easy to use,

and provides a reliable means of escape through

a second floor window during a home fire.

M08-0041-001 07/04

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• For use in two-story homes

• Strong nylon construction

• Fully assembled, ready to use

• Slip-resistant epoxy coated rungs

• Large hooks secure easily to windowsills

• Steel rung stabilizers on all rungs

• Ladder complies with the ASTM Standard F 2175-02.

375 lb. Ladder load rating

• Ladder is 14 feet (4.3 meters) in length.

• Read instructions for use immediately upon purchase.

• Close doors before opening any windows to prevent fire from being drawn into the room.

• Keep body close to ladder.

• Unless absolutely necessary, do not carry a child when using this ladder.

• Do not carry pets or miscellaneous objects when using this ladder.

• Instruct family members to use this portable escape ladder only when the primary escape path

(that is, the main exit) is blocked or unsafe to use.

• This portable escape ladder is not a toy or recreational device. Instruct children that the ladder

is to be used only in an emergency.

• For use only in windows that are structurally safe for the intended load.

• Not recommended for use with storm windows or other windows that do not open to the

recommended minimum dimensions [20 inches (51 cm) wide and 32 inches (81 cm) high].

• Do not use above a 2 story height.

• Do not attempt to deploy the ladder from windows that are obstructed by furniture, radiators,

air conditioning units, or security devices such as grilles or bars (without inside release

mechanisms).

• Do not attempt to deploy the ladder into flames.

• Check for outside obstructions such as electric lines, telephone wires, or fences.

• Do not attempt to use the ladder if the windowsill does not meet the size range specified.

The windowsill width should be between a minimum of 6 inches (15 cm) and a maximum of

10 inches (25 cm).

• Always plan and practice drills to ensure that occupants are familiar enough for proper use.

• This ladder is intended to supplement (not replace) the more important fire protection principles

of fire drills, emergency evacuation plans, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, etc.

• This ladder should be periodically inspected for damage, loosening of any items, or significant

deterioration of the materials of construction.

• This ladder is designed for use by one person at a time.

• Store the ladder in a convenient location near the exit window; for example, under a bed, in a

closet, etc.

USER’S MANUAL

4BRK Brands, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122

Consumer Affairs: (800) 323-9005 • www.firstalert.com

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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - USER’S MANUAL

NYLON/STEEL FIRE ESCAPE LADDERMODEL EL52This nylon/steel Fire Escape Ladder is easy to use, and provides a reliable means of escape through a second f

Page 2 - Choosing A Window

2TO WORK PROPERLY IN A FIRE EMERGENCY, THIS LADDER MUST:Be Stored Where It Is Easy To Reach Quickly...Do not store the ladder on another floor of your

Page 3 - Securing the Ladder After Use

3Securing the Ladder After Use1. Lay the box on the floor with the lid folded open.2. Stretch the ladder outon the floor, with therung standoffs facin

Page 4 - Limited Warranty

4What Fire Escape Ladders Cannot Do• This fire escape ladder is NOT a means of protectionagainst fire. It will not warn or alert you to a fire or of

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