Summary of Contents for CAI RL60 Series
- Page 1 Distributed by CAI Safety Systems INSTALLATION MANUAL FOLD DOWN LADDERS DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 2 Fixfast USA cannot warrant the integrity or suitability of the structure to which the products may be attached. Prior assessment must be made by a qualified structural engineer, unless the structure is authorized or approved by a competent person. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 3 2. Structure must be designed to support 440lb load. 3. RL60 Series Ladders are for single person use only rated at 500lb. 4. This system, under normal use and environment, has a life expectancy of up to 10 years. This will depend on location, usage and scheduled maintenance as per manufacturer and legislative requirements.
- Page 4 Maintenance inspections must be clearly documented. Any non-conformance must be clearly identified and tagged ‘Do Not Use’ until corrective action by a competent person has been completed. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 5 48 1/2” x 31” 64 1/4” x 31” minimum minimum clearance clearance 15” 19” maximum ceiling height maximum 14ft ceiling height 10ft minimum clearance 76” minimum clearance 90 1/2” DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
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Page 6: Design And Layout
C Internal Ceiling Height D Distance Between Purlin Hangars E Distance from Purlin Hangar to Back of Ladder Frame *All measurements are in inches and approximate only DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com... -
Page 7: Kit Includes
AL730 - 2” x 2” x 1/8” Angle Bracing QTY:2 Suspension Frame AL766 - 2 1/4” x 1 1/2” RHS Welded 1 Piece Frame Extension AL781 - Splice Section @61”(L) QTY:2 DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com... - Page 8 Determine correct mounting position of rear purlin hanger. Mount and fix rear purlin hanger as per Step 1. 4” x 2” x 1/4” Aluminum Angle Purlins M12 x 1 1/4” Bolt DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 9 ‘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. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 10 20” from bottom of suspension hangar to allow for ladder assembly clearance when closed. All assembly and fixing procedure as per ‘in line purlin’ option. 20” DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 11 12x M10 Washers 1x Ladder Body (3rd Stage) 4x 12G/3/4” Self Drilling Tek Screws 2x Adjustable Splice Feet 1x Pull Stick 1x Eye Hook 1x Fixing Pack DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 12 Mark out and cut opening in ceiling. The above ceiling cutout dimensions allow for frame clearance including a 1”cover on all four sides provided by the main frame extension. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 13 Be careful not to scratch pre-finished surface of fold down ladder frame and door. Use packing box as protective surface. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 14 ‘Spring clips’ are not required, during installation if fold down ladder can be supported by any other device. ie ‘duct lifter’. Spring clips are temporary holding device until structurally secured. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 15 1 3/4” beyond ladder frame 2” Allow 2” gap to ensure ladder assembly does not impact on the void end. Insert packer to close gap if aesthetically required. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 16 2” from adjustable feet insertion. Cut third stage ladder section to suit required height. Install third stage ladder section as per the step above. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 17 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 supported. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 18 Unfold the complete ladder, ensuring all hinges are fully extended and check all parts are safe/secure before using the Vista ladder. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 19 2x M8/1/4” Cup Bolt Sets 1x Ceiling Ladder (47 1/2” or 94 1/2”) 4x M8/2 1/4” Cup Bolt Sets 2x Fixing Angles 2x RHS Plastic End Caps 1x Fixing Pack DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 20 (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. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
- Page 21 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) DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com...
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Page 22: Installation Checklist
- Ensure adjustable feet have been Adjustable feet correctly positioned correctly to fully support positioned working load of 500lbs SIGNED NAME DATE DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com... -
Page 23: Maintenance
Note: These must be firm but still allow hinge to function correctly. 6. Check fixings into splice feet are secure and feet positoned correctly to support ladder. DISTRIBUTED BY © CAI Safety Systems | (951) 465-7386 | https://caisafety.com | webstore@caisafety.com... - Page 24 Distributed by CAI Safety Systems 1609 S Grove Ave, Ste 104 Ontario CA 91761 USA Phone: (951) 465-7386 Fax: (951) 405-2796 Email: webstore@caisafety.com Website: https://caisafety.com...
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