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IMPORTANT

Strong springs aid the operation of these ladders! Care must be exercised during 

installation and operation so these springs are not released in an uncontrolled manner as 

this could lead to damage to the ladder and personal injury to the operator/installer.

These instructions are not intended to be a complete lesson in the installing of attic 

ladders but a procedural guide to competent tradespeople or DIYers.

TOOLS REQUIRED

Only standard carpentry tools are required.

CHOOSING THE LOCATION

When choosing the location for the installation of the attic ladder, a compromise 

between where you would like it to be located in relation to the floor plan and what is 

possible in relation to the roof structure may be required. The considerations for this 

compromise are:

• 

Choose a location that will give good head room at the top of the ladder;

• 

Choose a location with good access at the bottom of the ladder;

• 

Choose a location that will allow for movement around the ladder when in the down 

position;

• 

Allowance must be made for the operation of the ladder, as it requires a greater 

space to open than indicated by the opening in the ceiling (figure 1);

Model

Required Opening

Landing space

Projection

ELC30

1300mm x 700mm 

1400mm

1900mm

• 

The area for the opening must be clear of wiring, plumbing and structural members 

such as beams and trusses with a minimum clear height above the ceiling of 

520mm for the ELC30 ladder (figure 2).

 

PREPARING THE OPENING

1. 

Mark out on the ceiling the opening required for the model ladder purchased in the 

selected position. Cut out the ceiling lining ensuring that the opening is square. 

2.  Frame up the opening using minimum 

190mm x 45mm

 framing timber (H1.2 

treated, machine gauged radiata pine or similar). It may be necessary to cut through 

some existing ceiling joists to achieve the required size. Ensure these are properly 

supported during and after cutting. Three possible arrangements are shown in 

figures 3, 4 & 5.

 

3.  Do not cut trusses

 without engineering approval.

ATTIC

LADDERS

 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ELC30 | FANTOZZI 

Landing Space

Projection

figure 1

figure 3

figure 4

figure 5

520mm

figure 2

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