TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Safety Resources Required SolidStep® XF Floor Height Variations Installation Securing the SolidStep XF Threshold Hinge Plate Pre-Installation Final Adjustment of Transport Lock Operation Release Steps Leg Extension Adjustment Secure Steps Notes Introduction The SolidStep® XF is a trailer entry step assembly that can be mounted to the side of any trailer, providing an ease of entry, regardless of level ground.
XF Floor Height Variations ® Figure 1 depicts an example from the chart below of the typical variations for the SolidStep XF step assembly. Make sure the correct SolidStep XF variation is installed for the intended unit by also measuring the door frame threshold.
Securing the SolidStep XF Threshold Hinge Plate Remove the threshold hinge plate (Fig. 3A and 4A) from the SolidStep XF by pulling both spring loaded hinge pins (Fig. 3B and 4B) out far enough so that the threshold hinge plate separates from the SolidStep XF.
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Look for the notch (Fig. 5B) at the center edge of the threshold hinge plate (Fig. 5A), this notch will be aligned to the center of the door frame threshold or 1" left of center, depending on the door frame inner flange measurement.
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Place the SolidStep XF assembly (Fig. 7B) into the door frame (Fig. 7A), in the extended position. Pull the spring loaded hinge pins (Fig. 8A) out and move the Solidstep XF assembly towards the threshold hinge plate aligning the center hinge barrel (Fig. 8B) with the threshold hinge plate barrels (Fig. 8C).
Lift up SolidStep XF to its stored position (Fig. 10). Make sure transport latch flanges (Figs. 10A, 11A and 12A) are resting against the door frame. If final adjustment is required, loosen the two bolts (Fig. 11B and Fig.
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Do not overtighten the bolts. Overtightening the bolts may damage the threads or cause the bolt heads to break off. Once the transport lock mechanism (Fig. 13A) and the transport latch flanges (Figs. 14B and 15B) are in the correct position, tighten the bolts (Figs. 14A and 15A) with a 7/16" wrench or socket. Once the transport lock has been adjusted, test its functionality by shaking the step assembly to simulate road vibration.
From the stowed position (Fig. 16), disengage the transport lock (Fig. 16A) by pulling the transport lock knob to the right. Firmly grasp and pull out the vertically stored SolidStep XF and rest it firmly on the ground. Adjust leg extensions as needed. See Leg Extension Adjustment section.
Make sure the latches (Fig. 16B) are resting against the door frame. Once the transport lock has been engaged, test its functionality by shaking the step assembly to simulate road vibration, making sure that the SolidStep XF is secure. Fig. 17 Page 10 Rev: 04.27.21...
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