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Summary of Contents for SP PARTNERS Rainbow Attic Stair ProTech PT2351
- Page 1 By SP Partners, LLC www.RainbowAtticStair.com INSTALLATION GUIDE ProTech...
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Page 2: Important - Read This First
Failure to follow any or all of these guidelines can result in damage to the stair and will void the warranty. If you have any problems or concerns with stair, call SP Partners LLC immediately at 877-369-6996 Page 1 February 2011... -
Page 3: Tools/Materials Required
Tools / Materials Required Drill, tape measure, 1/4” wood drill bit, hammer, crescent wrench, wood shims, ladder, lumber with same dimensions as joists, keyhole saw or utility knife to cut ceiling material. Parts Included (4) 3/8” Threaded Rod (4) Joist Hanger (8) 3/8”... - Page 4 Read instructions carefully and completely before beginning installation. This stairway is for residential use only. Maximum capacity is 350 lbs. Two helpers will be needed to lift the stair to the ceiling rough opening. Installer should be experienced in the construction or modification of structural framing supports.
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Page 5: Preparing The Opening
Preparing the Opening 1. Mark out the rough opening size for your unit according to TABLE A. Note that the finished metal trim extends about 2” beyond the rough opening when the unit is installed (Figure 3). Allow clearance for this on all four sides. 2. - Page 6 HEADERS HEADERS JOIST BRACE JOIST BRACE Figure 4 Figure 5 Preparing the Stair Insert hex nuts provided into slot in metal frame corner and insert threaded rod into channel. Thread rod into nut as far as possible. Repeat process for all corners. See Figure 6. Figure 6 Page 5 February 2011...
- Page 7 Installing the Stair Be sure that there is adequate light in the attic since the stair will block any light from the room below when raised into place. Make sure door is closed and latch is engaged WARNING 1.
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Page 8: Final Adjustments
Final Adjustments Lag Screwing The Frame Mark location of lag screws. Pre-drill pilot holes, shim and screw stair frame to headers using three lag screws on each long side and two on each end. Figure 8. PRE-DRILL LAG SCREW POSITIONS Figure 8 Adjusting The Height 1. - Page 9 Rubber Transfer Measurement Straight Edge Ruler Figure 10 Figure 9 Adjusting Set Screw 1. Extend all sections to a straight position. Stair should now rest firmly on floor with no gaps where sections come together. 2. If there are gaps or if the stair does not reach the ground, turn the set screw (Figure 11) clockwise to lower stair, or counter-clockwise to raise it.
- Page 10 Attaching The Door Opening Ring Bottom Face of Door Figure 12 Congratulations! You are now ready to begin using your Rainbow Attic Stair. As with any product, be sure to follow instructions for safe, efficient and trouble-free operation for years to come. *** Children should never be allowed to operate or climb any attic stair.
- Page 11 LIMITED WARANTY SP Partners, LLC warrants that the unit will be free from any defects in material and workmanship for two years from purchase date provided that the stair is installed in compliance with the preceding instructions and operated and main- tained in accordance with these instructions and applicable warnings.
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