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Kattsafe RL30 Series Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
VERTICAL
FIXED LADDER
RL30 SERIES
Read this manual before installing, maintaining or allowing personnel to use the
product. If it is necessary to deviate from the instructions in this manual, contact
Kattsafe to ensure that is does not compromise the safety and integrity of the
installation.
This manual contains important use and maintenance information. Leave this
manual with the facility manager/owner.
Improper selection, installation, maintenance, or use of this product presents a risk of
serious injury or death.

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Summary of Contents for Kattsafe RL30 Series

  • Page 1 Read this manual before installing, maintaining or allowing personnel to use the product. If it is necessary to deviate from the instructions in this manual, contact Kattsafe to ensure that is does not compromise the safety and integrity of the installation.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    There should be no item or system mounted, connected, or supported by these guardrail systems. Do not tamper with, modify, alter or remove any part of this product unless authorized by Kattsafe. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 3 Must Read Prior to Use In order to maintain the product warranty, Kattsafe labels must be placed at points of access or in highly visible areas. There are (2) labels provided with every installation kit.
  • Page 4 RL33 - Vertical Ladder with 8ft Landing Platform - page (43) RL34 - Vertical Ladder with Retractable Stiles - page (60) RL35 - Vertical Ladder with 3ft Landing Platform - page (65) REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...

  • Page 5: Wall Brackets

    WALL BRACKET MOU Measure the height of the wall. Attach the ladde recommended hardware. See separate installat ROOF EDGE INSTALLATION MANUAL various wall substrates. WALL BRACKETS Important Notes • The top bracket mustbe as close to the top • Wall brackets should be spaced a maximum recommended).

  • Page 6: Important Notes

    If your order includes the LD421.280S Off Floor Mount Bracket, then it must be installed at the base of the ladder. Ensure it is installed a maximum of 3ft off of the lower level. • See specific installation sheet for wall hardware mounting kits. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 7 If there is a gutter or obstruction on the wall that results in the clearance between the ladder rung and wall surface being greater than 7in, then a longer wall bracket must be used. See separate installation sheets specific to longer wall brackets or contact Kattsafe. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION MANUAL LADDER BODY RL30 SERIES...

  • Page 9: Important Note

    IMPORTANT NOTE: We suggest installing (1) Tek Screw per side initially to make it easier to slide the ladder body modules together. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT NOTE: Ensure the Tek Screws are flush, but DO NOT over-tighten since aluminum can deform when too much pressure is applied and the Tek Screw thread can fail. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 11 /Roof Build Up for platform height off upper level. Insulation/Roof Build Up off upper level. Recommend allowing 2-3 inch clearance between parapet and underside of platform Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 12 Always cut from the bottom of the ladder to ensure the top rung of the ladder is level with the walking/working surface. IMPORTANT NOTE: Top rung must be level with upper surface. For RL32/33/35 ladders, the top rung must be level with the platform. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 13 Once cutting is complete, stand the ladder in place. If the ladder is of increased length, a crane or lift may be needed to lift the ladder safely. Fasten the ladder body to each wall bracket with (2) Kattsafe S/S T-bolts. See graphic (A) for proper T-bolt locking method.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION MANUAL NON-PENETRATING BASE PLATE LD419F...
  • Page 15 Line up the Non-Penetrating Base Slot with the channels on the Ladder Body. Fasten using QTY(2) KATTSAFE S/S T-Bolts Line-up the non-penetrating base slot with the channels on the ladder body. Fasten using (2) Kattsafe S/S T-bolts. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION MANUAL FLOOR MOUNT ANGLE BRACKET LD419S...
  • Page 17 Place the mounting angles so that the slots align with the channels on the ladder body. Fasten with QTY(2) KATTSAFE S/S T-Bolts. Place the mounting angles so that the slots align with the channels on the ladder body. Fasten with (2) Kattsafe S/S T-bolts. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION MANUAL OFF-FLOOR MOUNT FIXING BRACKET LD421.280S...
  • Page 19 Place 1 LD421.280S Bracket at the base of off-floor mount ladder. Ensure bracket is no more than 3ft from ground. Place first anchor (Screw Anchors shown) without fastening completely - Ensure bracket is level before fastening remaining anchors. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 20 LD421.280S MOUNTING: Step 2 Fasten remaining anchors. Fasten remaining anchors. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 21 Fasten using (4) Kattsafe Locking T-Bolts. Place ladder body, lining up the vertical slot on the bracket with the rear channel of the ladder stile. Fasten using (4) Kattsafe locking T-bolts. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION MANUAL VERTICAL LADDER WITH GRAB RAILS RL31...
  • Page 23 Fasten the bolts using the provided nut, washer and end cap. carriage bolts using the provided nut, washer, and end cap. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 24 FULLY INSTALLED GRAB RAILS RL31 Fully Installed REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION MANUAL VERTICAL LADDER WITH PARAPET PLATFORM RL32...

  • Page 26: Important Note

    Measure 1-7/8 in (49mm) from the bottom end cap on the ladder head. Place the top of the T-bracket on the ladder head at this measurement. Fasten the T-Bracket using (2) Kattsafe T-Bolts on the inside T-Slot of the ladder body. Repeat this step for the other side of body.
  • Page 27 Place the parapet platform so that it is tight to the ladder body. Position the platform so the RL32 Installation: Step 2 T-slot matches the horizontal slot of the T-bracket. Fasten using (1) Kattsafe T-bolt. Repeat Place the parapet platform so that it is tight to the ladder body. Position the platform so that this step for the other side of the ladder body.
  • Page 28 Using these measurements, cut the ladder head from the bottom to result in the needed height Using these measurements, cut the ladder head from the bottom to result in the needed (Refer to Ladder Cutting Instructions, page XX) height. See pages 11-12 for cutting instructions. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 29 Place the rooftop ladder body flush to the other end of the platform. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 (Page X and X) to install the T-Brackets to the Parapet Platform and newly placed Ladder Body. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 30 Insert the Kattsafe Top-Rail Endcaps into the Top-Rail Extrusions. Fasten each End Cap Insert the Kattsafe top-rail end caps into the top-rail extrusions. Fasten each end cap using using (1) 3/4in S/S TEK Screw on the underside of the Top-Rail Extrusion.
  • Page 31 Ladder Head connection point. Place the Kattsafe top-rail extrusions on top of the ladder head stiles, connecting the two ladder heads. Fasten the top-rail using (2) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screws, (1) on each the inside RL32 Installation: Step 6 and outside of the top-rail, at each ladder head connection point.
  • Page 32 Place the Mid-Rail on the bottom bend of the Hanger Bracket. Insert the Kattsafe End Caps into both ends of the Mid-Rail. Place the mid-rail on the bottom bend of the hanger brackets. Insert the Kattsafe end caps into both ends of the mid-rail.
  • Page 33 Ensure that (1) 1-7/8 inch S/S Tek Screw fastens through the mid-rail end cap as well. Remove the hanger brackets. These are to assist with installation only. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 34 To install the LD421.600 Bracket, please reference the separate LD421.600 Installation Page. To install the LD419F baseplate, please reference the separate LD419F installation page. To install the LD419F Base Plate, please reference the separate LD419F Installation Page. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 35 MEASURE BETWEEN PARAPET AND LADDER Measure the inside parapet wall to the ladder to get the LD421.600 bracket length dimension. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 36 LD421.600 unit so that the length between the mounting bracket and the end of the extension bracket is 4in shorter to the dimension measured between the Parapet and Ladder. This will allow for adjusting the extension brackets to length. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 37 REVISION HISTORY COMMENTS ISSUED FOR RELEASE After cutting the bars to length, insert the LD421.600 extensions into the mounting bracket. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 38 In some applications, the wall substrate may not be suitable to mount to. We would still recommend a wall bracket to be installed even if it is only adhered to the wall. This will assist with the structural performance of the system. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 39 Install T-bolts into the ladder slot and tighten with hex nut, attaching the LD421.600 extension brackets with the ladder. Put cap on top of the hex nut to cover. Do the same on the opposite side of the ladder. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 40 Screw in (2) 3/4in tek screws (SD907.20) on both sides of the extension bars to secure them in the set position. This in turn will lock the ladder in place. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 41 FULLY INSTALLED LD421.600 Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 42 FULLY INSTALLED RL32 RL32 Fully Installed REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 43 INSTALLATION MANUAL VERTICAL LADDER WITH 8FT PARAPET PLATFORM RL33 RL33...

  • Page 44: Important Note

    Measure 1-7/8 inch (49mm) from the bottom end cap on the ladder head. Place the top T-bracket on the ladder head at this measurement. Fasten the T-Bracket using (2) Kattsafe T-Bolts on the inside T-Slot of the ladder body. Repeat this step for the other side of body.
  • Page 45 Place the walkway platform so that it is tight to the ladder body. Position the platform so that the T-Slot matches the horizontal slot of the T-Bracket. Fasten using (1) Kattsafe T-Bolt. Repeat this Place the parapet platform so that it is tight to the ladder body. Position the platform so step for the other side of the ladder body.
  • Page 46 Place (1) Side Mount Post so that the end of the flange is flush to the end of the platform. Fasten the side mount post with (2) Kattsafe T-Bolts. Repeat this step for the other side of the platform. Use a speed square to ensure that top mount post is perpendicular to the platform.
  • Page 47 Drop a splice join through the top of the side mount post so that it falls through the bottom and sits inside the c-channel. Fasten the splice join to the c-channel using (2) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screws on the inside of the c-channel. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 48 Level out the walkway platform. Once leveled, Fasten the side mount post to the splice join by using (2) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screws, (1) on each side of the side mount post. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other side of the platform. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 49 Fasten the splice join to the C-Channel using (2) 3/4in S/S Tek Screws on each side of the C-Channel. C-Channel. Fasten the splice join to the c-channel using (2) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screws on each side. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 50 Insert a side mount post over the splice join and place it flush against the platform. Fasten to the platform using (2) Kattsafe T-bolts. Insert a Side Mount Post over the Splice Join and place it flush against the platform. Fasten to the platform using (2) Kattsafe T-Bolts.
  • Page 51 Repeat steps 6, 7, and 8 for the other side of the platform. side of the Side mount post. Repeat steps 6, 7 and 8 for the other side of the platform. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 52 Fasten using a total of (4) 3/4in S/S TEK Screws, (1) on each side of the top and bottom connection points. Repeat this step for each Side Mount Post and C-Channel Base Connection. Repeat this step for each side mount post and c-channel base connection. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 53 Ensure that all post heights are the same. It might be required that the ladder head needs trimmed to match the height of the side mount posts. Remove the stile end caps from the top of the ladder stiles. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 54 (1) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screw on the underside of the top-rail extrusion. Insert the Kattsafe Top Rail End Caps into the Top Rail extrusions. Fasten each End Cap using (1) 3/4in S/S TEK Screw on the underside of the Top Rail Extrusion.
  • Page 55 RL33 Installation: Step 12: Place the Kattsafe Top Rail sections on top of the Ladder Head Stiles, connecting the Ladder Head to the Vertical Posts on the Walkway Platform. Fasten the Top Rail using (2) 3/4in S/S TEK Screws, (1) on the inside and outside of the Top Rail, at each post connection point.
  • Page 56 To identify the installation location of the mid-rail, use the provided set of hanger brackets (A), hanging them from the top-rail. Place the Mid-Rail on the shelf at the bottom of the Possum Bracket. Insert the Kattsafe End Caps into both ends of the Mid-Rail.
  • Page 57 Mid-Rail to the Ladder Head stile using (2) 1-7/8in S/S TEK Screws. Fasten along er groove of the Mid-Rail and through to the Ladder Head Stile. Ensure that (1) TEK Screws fasten through the Mid-Rail End Cap as well. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 58 Place the Corner Brace flush to the underside of the Top Rail and side of the Side Mount Post. Fasten using (2) 3/4in TEK Screws, (1) at the top and bottom of the corner brace. Repeat for the other side of the platform. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 59 FULLY INSTALLED RL33 RL33 Vertical ladder with 8ft Landing Platform (Shown with Optional Self-Closing Gate) Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 60 INSTALLATION MANUAL VERTICAL LADDER WITH RETRACTABLE STILES RL34 RL34...
  • Page 61 Ensure that the pull pin is at the bottom of the retractable stile. the same height as the top of the outer retractable stile sections. Ensure that the pull pin is at the bottom of the retractable stile. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 62 Drill through the side of the ladder body and the hole on the retractable stile tab using a 5/16 inch drill bit. Drill through the side of the ladder body and the hole on the retractable stile tab using a 5/16in drill bit. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 63 Insert the carriage bolt so that the shoulder is flush with the tab of the retractable stile. Fasten the carriage bolt with a washer, nut and end cap. Repeat steps 1, 2 and 3 for each retractable stile tab. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 64 FULLY INSTALLED RL34 RL34 Fully Installed REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 65 INSTALLATION MANUAL VERTICAL LADDER WITH 3FT PARAPET PLATFORM RL35...
  • Page 66 Measure 1-7/8 inches (49mm) from the bottom end cap on the ladder head. Place the top T-bracket on the ladder head at this measurement. Fasten the T-Bracket using (2) Kattsafe of the T-bracket on the ladder head at this measurement. Fasten the T-bracket using (2) T-Bolts on the inside T-Slot of the ladder body.
  • Page 67 Place the walkway platform so that it is tight to the ladder body. Position the platform so that the T-Slot matches the horizontal slot of the T-Bracket. Fasten using (1) Kattsafe T-Bolt. Repeat this step for the other side of the ladder body.
  • Page 68 Place (1) Side Mount Post so that the end of the flange is flush to the end of the platform. Fasten the top mount post with (2) Kattsafe T-Bolts. Repeat this step for the other side of the platform. Use a speed square to ensure that side mount post is perpendicular to the platform.
  • Page 69 Drop a splice join through the top of the side mount post so that it falls through the bottom and sits inside the c-channel. Fasten the splice join to the c-channel using (2) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screws on the inside of the c-channel. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 70 Level out the walkway platform. Once leveled, Fasten the side mount post to the splice join by using (2) 3/4 inch S/S Tek Screws, (1) on each side of the side mount post. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other side of the platform. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 71 Fasten using a total of (4) 3/4in S/S TEK Screws, (1) on each side of the top and bottom bottom connection points. connection points. Repeat this step for each Side Mount Post and C-Channel Base Connection. Repeat this step for each side mount post and c-channel base connection. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 72 Remove the stile end caps from the top of the ladder stiles. trimmed to match the height of the side mount posts. Remove the stile ends caps from the top of the ladder stiles. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 73 End of Top Rail RL35 Installation: Step 8 Insert the Kattsafe Top Rail End Caps into the Top Rail extrusions. Fasten each End Cap using Insert the Kattsafe top-rail end caps into the top-rail extrusions. Fasten each end cap (1) 3/4in S/S TEK Screw on the underside of the Top Rail Extrusion.
  • Page 74 RL35 Installation: Step 9: Place the Kattsafe Top Rail sections on top of the Ladder Head Stiles, connecting the Ladder Head to the Vertical Posts on the Walkway Platform. Fasten the Top Rail using (2) 3/4in S/S TEK Screws, (1) on the inside and outside of the Top Rail, at each post connection point.
  • Page 75 To identify the installation location of the Mid-Rail, use the provided set of Possum Brackets, hanging them from the Top Rail. Place the Mid-Rail on the shelf at the bottom bend of the Hanger Brackets. Insert the Kattsafe End Caps into both ends of the Mid-Rail.
  • Page 76 Fasten the Mid-Rail to the Ladder Head stile using (2) 1-7/8in S/S TEK Screws. Fasten along the center groove of the Mid-Rail and through to the Ladder Head Stile. Ensure that (1) 1-7/8in TEK Screws fasten through the Mid-Rail End Cap as well. REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 77 Place the Corner Brace flush to the underside of the Top Rail and side of the Side Mount Post. Fasten using (2) 3/4in TEK Screws, (1) at the top and bottom of the corner brace. Repeat for the other side of the platform. Maximum safety. Minimum Fuss. Kattsafe / RL30 Series Installation Manual...
  • Page 78 FULLY INSTALLED RL35 RL35 Fully Installed REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
  • Page 79 IMMEDIATELY remove from service if defects or damage are identified. Any missing labels require the system to be removed from service. Kattsafe requires the ladder systems to be checked at least every 12 months by a competent inspector in accordance with relevant OSHA regulations and manufacturers guidelines. If this inspection is not performed, the warranty is void and all/increased liability will be the responsibility of the customer/end user.
  • Page 80 NOTES REV: 3/18/2024 kattsafe.com | sales@kattsafe.com | 888 637 7872...
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