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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

The timbertight screws supplied with this ladder require a 5/16” socket for easy 

installation. This can be used with a 9 volt (or stronger) battery drill or a standard power 

drill. Apart from this, only standard carpentry tools are required.

CHOOSING THE LOCATION

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

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

compromise are:

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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 

Model

Required Opening

Landing space

Projection

R36

1440mm x 650mm 

1480mm

2100mm

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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 

 

PREPARING THE OPENING

1.  Mark out on the ceiling the opening required in the selected position. Cut out the 

ceiling lining ensuring that the opening is square. 

2.  Using timber of a compatible size to the existing ceiling framing (ie 90 x 45 or 140 

x 45 H1.2 treated, machine gauged radiata pine), frame up the opening. 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 

 

3.  Do not cut trusses without engineering approval.

ATTIC

LADDERS

 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

R36

640m

m

Landing Space

Projection

Summary of Contents for Attic R36

Page 1: ...od 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 Model Required Opening Landing space Projection R36 1440mm x 650mm 1480mm 2100mm The area for the opening must be clear of wirin...

Page 2: ...ok nut Figure 7 There is now some tension on the spring d The arm with the wire must be on the outside e Tighten the nut and the release half a turn so the arms will move easilly Repeat on the other side These moving joints may require lubricating periodiocally INSTALLING THE LADDER 1 Screw four temporary cleats approx 80mm x 40mm into your timber frame Note If the ladder is to be installed before...

Page 3: ...screw the provided screw eye into the tread This is to help unfold the ladder upon opening it underside of the ceiling lining An architrave will cover the gap between the ladder frame Optional If the ladder is to be installed as the house is being built and before the ceiling 7 With the ladder open pre drill two 6mm holes in each side of the attic ladder frame making sure there is solid timber beh...

Page 4: ...y be void 3 Lubricate all pivot points on your attic ladder at least once a year If your attic ladder is used more than three times a week lubricate every 4 5 months 4 Face the ladder when you are climbing up and down 5 Do not leave young children unattended while ladder is folded down 6 If you have any concerns about your Sellwood attic ladder or it is damaged in any way please call 0800 288 427 ...

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