babcockdavis Personnel Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Personnel Roof Hatch
Model(s): Personnel Series

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Introduction + Safety

Please read the complete instructions carefully before beginning any work. To ensure proper
Installation and performance of the roof hatch the following actions must be completed by the
installing contractor. Failure to do so will affect product warranty.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
is solely the responsibility of the user, through its own analysis to select products suitable for their specific application
requirements, ensure they are properly maintained, and limit their use to its intended purpose. Follow proper local,
state and federal regulations for proper installation and operation requirements.

Transportation + Storage

o Inspect all shipments and materials for missing or damaged components and hardware.
o Material must be stored in a clean, dry location.
INSTALLATION
Roof hatches are intended for commercial building applications. Because condensation may occur as a
natural result of humidity levels and temperature variations between indoor and outdoor temperatures,
residential type applications are not recommended.
The exterior of the roof hatch will have a label with an
arrow that says EXIT THIS SIDE. The arrow will point to the
intended location of the top of the ladder, ship stair,
alternating tread, or service stair.
Roof Hatch products provide safe and convenient access to roof
areas using interior ladders, alternating tread device and stairs.
Roof hatches are designed and built for years of safe, convenient
access to roof top areas on commercial buildings.
The following are general instructions for installing, operating and
maintaining Personnel Roof Hatches.
Improper selection, installation, or use can cause personal injury or property damage. It
Installation, Operation
NOA: 21-1201.02
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©2022 Babcock-Davis
1/2022

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  • Page 1 Installation, Operation + Maintenance Manual Personnel Roof Hatch Model(s): Personnel Series GENERAL DESCRIPTION NOA: 21-1201.02 Roof Hatch products provide safe and convenient access to roof areas using interior ladders, alternating tread device and stairs. Roof hatches are designed and built for years of safe, convenient access to roof top areas on commercial buildings.
  • Page 2 Installation, Operation & Maintenance Personnel Roof Hatch Roof hatch products may be installed on a flat or sloping roof with up to a 7:12 pitch. When installed on a slope, the hinge side should run parallel with the slope. TYPICAL INSTALLATION 1.
  • Page 3 Installation, Operation & Maintenance Personnel Roof Hatch MIAMI-DADE INSTALLATION 1. Place the roof hatch over the existing opening in the roof. The roof rough opening dimensions are equal to hatch dimensions as measured from the inside curb to inside curb. For example, a 36 inch by 30-inch fixed ladder access hatch will have a rough opening of 36 inches by 30 inches.
  • Page 4 Installation, Operation & Maintenance Personnel Roof Hatch Figure 2b Figure 2a Figure 2c 3. Install roofing material up to and surrounding the roof curb, and under the counterflashing at the top of the curb. Use the EZ tab feature, figure 3, to provide additional mechanical support to hold and secure roofing membrane.
  • Page 5 Gaskets can be cleaned with a clean, damp, lint-free cloth. Do not apply mineral oils, vinyl dressings, or other lubricants to the gasket as they can cause the gasket to break down over time. QUESTIONS? For more information on installation, repair, or replacement, please visit www.BabcockDavis.com or call 888.412.3726. ©2022 Babcock-Davis 1/2022...

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