Z. Installer #1: Verify that there are no gaps between the ladder sections and that both feet are supported on the floor.
Figure 31
Trimmed correctly, the attic ladder should looks like
. Minor adjustments to eliminate section gaps and to position
both feet on the floor can be made by re-positioning the adjustable shoes in different rail holes.
Figure 30
If the attic ladder looks like
, then the bottom section is too short, and the attic ladder is not safe to use. The
adjustable shoes may be repositioned to new mounting holes to correct, otherwise, a new lower section or adjustable shoe
Figure 32
may need to be purchased from the manufacturer. If the attic ladder looks like
, the bottom section is too long, and
the attic ladder is not safe to use. The legs may need to be trimmed further, or adjustable shoe repositioned.
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30 :BOTTOM SECTION IS TOO
F
31 : FEET FLUSH WITH FLOOR
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32 : BOTTOM SECTION IS TOO
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SHORT
LONG
Installer #2 may now safely egress the attic space using the newly installed aluminum attic ladder.
ADITIONAL STEPS/ INFORMATION:
1.-Trim shims to prepare frame opening for finishing and to
remove catch points and trip hazards.
2.-The frame opening can now be finished.
3.- Periodically lubricate (spray silicone recommended)
pivot points on the right and left spreader bars and every
hinge to provide smooth, long-lasting operation.
Figure 33
See
.
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33 :
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LUBRICATION POINTS
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