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Step 4.

Detach the 4 wedges from the end

of the protrusions by twisting them

off and save for use in step 5. (It

may be necessary to use a utility

knife to assist in removal).

Detach

Wedges

Step 1.

Force

stringers into

bottom tread

pockets so

they lock into

place.

Make sure 

the single row 

of tread lugs 

are facing 

forward.

Tread Lugs

Step 3.

Secure tread connectors to 
stringers using 1/4-20 x 3-1/2”
bolt washer and nylon nut

Do NOT secure
tread connectors
to uppermost step

Secure Tread connectors to
Treads. Note: Treads should
be in position on ladder before
connecting.

Stringers

Position the tread  

connectors (One left, 

one right) on the ends of 

the treads and fasten to 

the stringers using the 

1/4-20 x 3-1/2” bolt, 

washer and nylon nut. 

Do not over-tighten.  

Fasten the tread  

connectors to the  

ends of the treads,  

except the uppermost 

tread, by driving two  

#10 x 1-1/4” screws 

through the pre-formed 

holes in the tread  

connector and into  

the end of the treads.

Wedges

Protrusion

Step 2.

Two sets of Lug locations 

are provided on each of the 

stringers. Slide the four treads 

into the upper set of lugs on 

each of the stringers. Using a 

Phillips screwdriver or cordless 

drill, secure the uppermost 

tread only, by driving a 

#10 x 1-1/4” screw through 

the recessed location on the 

end of the tread.

Position all 4

treads in upper

lug locations only.

Do not 

position

tread in lower location.

x4

Secure the

uppermost

tread only to

stringers

Stringers

Tread Lugs

WARNING! Using a 

corded drill near

pool may result in 

electrocution.

Step 5.

Assemble the platform to

the handrails by laying

one of the handrails on a

clean hard surface. Push

the protrusion of the plat-

form into the openings of

the handrail making sure

that the legs of both

handrails are facing in the

same direction. Tap the

4 wedges (from step 4)

into the sides of the 

handrails to secure the

platform to the rails.

After platform is in

position, tap in the

supplied wedges at

the bottom of each

opening to ensure a

secure fit.

Match

Platform

protrusions

to Handrail

openings

Push

down

Step 6.

Coat the adjustable

tubes with liquid soap 

or spray lubricant 

and slip the mounting 

blocks all the way 

down over the  

protruding nubs.

Slide mounting

blocks over nubs

Mounting Block

Adjustable tube

x2

Summary of Contents for 8000X

Page 1: ... instructions must be followed completely Homeowner Read Safe Use on back cover before using Save these instructions Installation must comply with local codes and may require permits Made in the U S A by www conferladders com MODEL 8000X OUTSIDE SAFETY LADDER FOR USE ONLY WITH THE CONFER STEP 1X Fits 48 to 54 pools Do not use with inflatable pools WEIGHT LIMIT 300 LBS ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION AND USE...

Page 2: ...Use for intended purpose only Use only as swimming pool ladder This ladder is designed and manufactured for a specific pool wall height and or deck of the pool check product specification and the height of your pool Check that you have all required parts Check the contents of the carton with the Parts list for this step system All parts and hardware are required If any parts are missing DO NOT att...

Page 3: ... on each of the stringers Slide the four treads into the upper set of lugs on each of the stringers Using a Phillips screwdriver or cordless drill secure the uppermost tread only by driving a 10 x 1 1 4 screw through the recessed location on the end of the tread Position all 4 treads in upper lug locations only Do not position tread in lower location x4 Secure the uppermost tread only to stringers...

Page 4: ...ts Handrail posts Shield WARNING Verify that your chosen location is level has a solid base and will be in full view of competent adult supervision when in use WARNING Shields must be attached to reduce the risk of entrapment WARNING Using a corded drill near pool may result in electrocution At this time with ADDITIONAL help place the Step 1X into swimming pool refer to separate Step 1X instructio...

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