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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CEILING MOUNTED
FOLDING ATTIC LADDER (continued)
4. Plywood shims provided with this unit are for final
squaring only.
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If the space between the rough opening and the folding
attic ladder frame exceeds a quarter of an inch of space, a
piece of plywood or some other spacing material should be
placed along the full length of the unit.
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Then use the plywood shims provided to make the final
square adjustments.
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Check to be sure that the folding attic ladder door is flush
with the ceiling before final nailing.
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Be certain to install nails or lag screws in the holes
provided in the hardware pivot plates and the corner
brackets (see Figure 6).
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Once the folding attic ladder is positioned as desired, final
nailing should be done through the folding attic ladder
frame (see Figure 6).
5. Double check the instructions to
make sure that the folding attic ladder
is properly installed prior to use.
THE SPRINGS ARE UNDER
TENSION. USE EXTREME CAUTION
WHEN ADJUSTING, CHECKING,
OR USING
6. Please turn to the “Trimming to
Length” section to complete
trimming the folding attic ladder
to length.
7. To install trim molding, leave a 3/8” clearance between the
door panel and the trim on all sides.
Figure 6
