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- Page 1 SolidStep Levitate ® OEM INSTALLATION MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SolidStep® Levitate Tread Width and Floor Height Variations Prior to Installation Installation Secure Threshold Plate Lift Assist Installation for SolidStep Levitate Triple and Quad Step Assemblies Final Adjustment of the Transport Lock Latching Mechanism Operation Release Steps Leg Extension Adjustment... -
Page 3: Resources Required
Unit MUST be supported per manufacturer's recommendations before working underneath. Failure to do so may result in death or serious personal injury. The “CAUTION” symbol above is a sign that a safety risk is involved and may cause personal injury and/or product or property damage if not safely adhered to and within the parameters set forth in this manual No repairs should be attempted by anyone other than a qualified professional. - Page 4 Levitate step assembly. Step height references from top of the step threshold to bottom of footpad. Range is given from highest to lowest points of pin located footpad positions. Make sure the correct SolidStep Levitate variation is installed for the intended unit by also measuring the door frame threshold. Step identification tags are located under one of the step extrusions, typically the top full step.
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Page 5: Prior To Installation
(Fig. 3B) to secure the leg extension. NOTE: Temporary pin will be removed once step and lift assist are fully installed. Fig. 3 Back side of SolidStep Levitate Installation Secure Threshold Plate With the step extended in the down position, place the SolidStep® Levitate assembly inside the doorframe threshold. - Page 6 Verify with a tape measure that the Solidstep Levitate assembly is centered in the doorframe (Fig. 5). Fig. 5 Door Frame Door Frame Inner Flange Inner Flange Measure 1/2" With the step assembly still in the extended position, install two fasteners (Fig. 6A), either #10 - 1 1/2"...
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Page 7: Lift Assist Installation For Solidstep Levitate Triple And Quad Step Assemblies
(Fig. 8C). Fig. 8 Lift Assist Installation for SolidStep Levitate Triple and Quad Step Assemblies With a non-permanent method of marking, use a jig or template of the lift assist profile (Fig. 9A). Mark where the floor should be cut for the lift assist to be placed down into the floor. The lift assist profile has an alignment area that should be flush with the side (Fig. - Page 8 Place the lift assist (Fig. 10A) inside the previously cut floor hole. Make sure the lift assist is aligned and flush with the side (Fig. 10B) and back of the hinge plate barrels (Fig. 10C) on both sides of the lift assist. Fig.
- Page 9 Carefully lift the SolidStep Levitate steps into the stowed position. Locate the detent pin from the shipping packaging. Insert the lift assist cable (Fig. 13B) onto the detent clevis pin (Fig. 13A). Replace the detent clevis pin with the lift assist cable (Fig. 14A), back into the threshold plate (Fig. 14B).
- Page 10 D. Repeat steps 9A-C for the other cylinder. Deploy and lift the steps again to test. If there is too much resistance when lowering the step, the nylock nut can be backed off slightly to decrease the resistance. 10. Slide the lift assist cover (Fig. 16A) around the cable guides (Fig. 16B) flush with the base profile of the lift assist.
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Page 11: Final Adjustment Of The Transport Lock Latching Mechanism
Lift up SolidStep Levitate to its stored position (Fig. 18). Make sure the latching mechanism flanges (Figs. 18A, 19A and 20A) are resting against the door frame. If final adjustment is required, loosen the two bolts (Fig. - Page 12 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. 21A) and the transport latch flanges (Figs. 22A and 23B) are in the correct position, tighten the bolts (Figs. 22B and 23A) 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.
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Page 13: Operation
From the stored position (Fig. 24), disengage the transport lock l (Fig. 24A) by pulling the latching knob to the right. Firmly grasp and pull out the vertically stored SolidStep Levitate and rest it firmly on the ground. Adjust leg extensions as needed. See Leg Extension Adjustment section. -
Page 14: Leg Extension Adjustment
Make sure the footpad (Fig. 25C) when stored, is resting in the vertical position (Fig. 24C), parallel to the door. Once the transport lock has been engaged, test its functionality by shaking the step assembly to simulate road vibration, making sure that the SolidStep Levitate is secure. Fig. 25 Page 14 Rev: 06.29.22... -
Page 15: Optional Motion Sensor Lights
Optional Motion Sensor Lights The motion sensor lights are an option and come pre-installed on the steps when ordered. To test the function of the motion sensor lights, in the stored position (Fig. 26), locate the battery pack (Fig. 26A) underneath the step closest to the threshold. Remove the four screws (Fig. - Page 16 Lippert representative has been provided. Any unauthorized use shall void any applicable warranty. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of Lippert . Revised editions are available for free download from lippert.com.
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