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INSTALLATION MANUAL

FOLD DOWN LADDERS

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Summary of Contents for RL60 Series

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION MANUAL FOLD DOWN LADDERS Distributed by CAI Safety Systems DISTRIBUTED BY CAI Safety Systems 951 465 7386 https caisafety com webstore caisafety com...

Page 2: ...personnel 10 Appropriate temporary access and safety equipment must be used during installation such as platform ladders or scaffolding and fall protection anchor points 11 In case of emergency acces...

Page 3: ...mper with or make alterations to system components without manufacturer s consent 6 This system is not to be used for tethering or lifting machinery or equipment 7 RL60 Series Ladders must not be used...

Page 4: ...ioration or damage to the system or equipment must be reported to the person in control of the workplace and relevant correction action undertaken 4 Fixing and support structure attachment and suitabi...

Page 5: ...rung width 20 3 4 frame width 30 3 4 DIMENSIONS maximum ceiling height 14ft minimum clearance 19 minimum clearance 90 1 2 64 1 4 x 31 rung spacing 11 3 4 rung width 20 3 4 frame width 30 3 4 DIMENSIO...

Page 6: ...3 4 137 3 4 48 3 4 63 23 3 4 72 141 3 4 50 78 3 4 28 76 1 2 145 3 4 51 1 4 94 1 2 32 1 4 80 3 4 149 1 2 52 1 2 110 1 4 37 85 153 1 2 53 1 2 118 38 1 4 87 157 1 2 54 3 4 N A N A N A 161 1 2 56 N A N A...

Page 7: ...ixing Pack FIXINGS 4x M12 1 1 8 Purlin Bolt Screws 12x 12G 1 1 8 Series 500 Tek Screws 50x 12G 3 4 Self Drilling Tek Screws AL732 4 x 2 x 1 2 Angle 63 L QTY 2 AL731 2 x 2 x 1 2 Angle QTY 4 Suspension...

Page 8: ...x temporarily with 2 12G 1 tek screws Once finally aligned and positioned drill 2 1 2 holes through purlin hanger and purlin Insert 2 M12 1 2 purlin bolts tighten securely Determine correct mounting p...

Page 9: ...ort frame Then bolt the splice sections and the frame to the droppers Fix with 1 M8 x 2 1 4 cup head bolts Fasten a 3 4 tek screw through the frame into the splice section to lock in position 34 M8 x...

Page 10: ...from the purlins without having to use the main support angles Determine direction of fold down ladder in relation to direction of purlins If not in line with purlins see below Rear bracing to be fix...

Page 11: ...Ladder Body 3rd Stage 2x Adjustable Splice Feet 1x Pull Stick 1x Eye Hook 1x Fixing Pack FIXINGS 6x M8 1 4 Setscrew Sets 4x M10 3 4 Bolt Nyloc Nut Sets 12x M10 Washers 4x 12G 3 4 Self Drilling Tek Sc...

Page 12: ...onnected appropriately by authorized qualified personnel Mark out and cut opening in ceiling The above ceiling cutout dimensions allow for frame clearance including a 1 cover on all four sides provide...

Page 13: ...ace second and third ladder sections or ladder assembly aside Be careful not to scratch pre finished surface of fold down ladder frame and door Use packing box as protective surface 9 DISTRIBUTED BY C...

Page 14: ...fold down ladder frame with 8 M5 x 1 2 countersunk bolts 2 bolts per clip Ensure ladder is facing correct direction Support frame must be square Failure to do so will cause ladder door closure diffic...

Page 15: ...per side When ladder closes top of ladder protrudes 1 3 4 beyond ladder frame Allow 2 gap to ensure ladder assembly does not impact on the void end Insert packer to close gap if aesthetically required...

Page 16: ...y Measure distance from bottom of second stage ladder section and floor and then subtract 2 from adjustable feet insertion Cut third stage ladder section to suit required height Install third stage la...

Page 17: ...s are fully unfolded Adjust feet to suit floor level Once adjusted correctly fix in place using 2 12G x 3 4 tek screws per foot Ladder feet must be positioned to ensure 500lbs working load is fully su...

Page 18: ...locate the hook onto the top end of the tube Pull down the Vista ladder half way down towards you until you can safely pull the remainder of the ladder by hand and remove the pull stick from the tube...

Page 19: ...eiling Ladder 47 1 2 or 94 1 2 2x Fixing Angles 1x Fixing Pack FIXINGS 2x M8 1 4 Cup Bolt Sets 4x M8 2 1 4 Cup Bolt Sets 2x RHS Plastic End Caps DISTRIBUTED BY CAI Safety Systems 951 465 7386 https ca...

Page 20: ...port frame using 2 12G x 3 4 tek screws 1 per bracket Fix ladder fixing bracket to front purlin hanger or to purlin trimmers using 2 M8 x 1 cup bolt sets 20 21 DISTRIBUTED BY CAI Safety Systems 951 46...

Page 21: ...ladder stiles Insert 2 M8 x 2 1 4 cup bolts through holes tighten securley Fix ceiling ladder to base support angle using 2 M8 x 2 1 4 cup bolts 1 per bracket Distance from top of bottom rung of ceil...

Page 22: ...require a suspension kit attached to roof structure above 3 Ladder fixing to structure Ensure minimum 4 M8 bolt sets or 6 12G screws securing ladder frame to structure 4 Ladder bodies assembly Ensure...

Page 23: ...3 4 5 5 3 4 The checklist below outlines key checking criteria required to ensure the safe use of this system Any item of concern not shown on the checklist must be noted on the maintenance report and...

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