Werner Loft Ladder Installation Instructions
Loft Ladder
3 SECTION
Timberline / Complete Loft Access Kit
Installation Instructions
CONTENTS
Safety & Operation .............1
Use .........................1
Safety Warning ................1
Installation Requirements........2
Product Contents ..............3
Pre-Installation ................4
Installation ...................5
Care & Maintenance............8
SAFETY & OPERATION
IMPORTANT! Please read all these installation instructions before starting to install
your loft ladder.
The ladder should be high enough to allow you to climb
up into the loft without exceeding the maximum permitted
safe working height. The ladder must bear a load
corresponding to the weight of the fitter plus the weight
of the loft ladder.
Do not use the ladder as an access passage during
building or renovation work. Do not use the ladder if the
ceiling height exceeds the maximum ceiling height stated
in the installation instructions or on the product label.
For safety, always face the ladder when climbing up
and down and grip at least one string of the ladder. The
ladder must be used only by one person at a time.
Do not use the ladder if it is faulty or damaged. The
springs are very taut. Take care when adjusting springs.
Only adjust the spring mechanism when the ladder is
folded (i.e. the springs are under least tension). Great
care should be taken when removing springs. If the
ladder is delivered unassembled, read the assembly
instructions carefully before assembling and installing the
ladder.
The ladder is tested to 150kg (maximum load). A load in
excess of 150kg may cause damage to the ladder and
constitutes a risk of personal injury.
Pre-Use and periodic checks:
• Check stiles and treads are not split, warped, bowed,
loose, rotten or otherwise damaged.
• Check all screws, bolts and nuts are secure and tight
(do not overtighten).
• Check trapdoor locks into position correctly.
• Check metal parts are not corroded or otherwise
damaged.
• Check all hinges operate smoothly (lubricate
periodically – see label on trapdoor).
• Check ladder sections operate smoothly when
opened.
• Check ladder sections are straight when fully opened.
• Check ladder feet rest firmly on the floor.
• Check ladder sections are flat and correctly
positioned once folded.
This product complies with
EN14975
the European Standard
EN14975:2006+A1:2010.
NB! Lubricate all moving metal parts with oil
immediately after assembly. Parts must subsequently
be lubricated at least once a year.
USE
• Never use this loft ladder for purposes for which it has
not been designed, such as trade or building work.
• Never use this product unless it has been fully, and
correctly, installed.
• Fully open trapdoor before unfolding the ladder.
• Ensure the springs and connecting wires have not
become trapped or snagged.
• Ensure the springs and connecting wires are correctly
positioned and are secure.
• Fully unfold ladder before use.
• Ensure both ladder feet rest firmly on the floor before
climbing the ladder.
• Inspect the ladder before climbing (see above) – do
not use if damaged.
SAFETY WARNING
23kg
• Only wear suitable footwear whenever ascending or
descending the ladder.
• Maintain 3 points of contact by gripping the handrail
or ladder stiles when ascending or descending.
• Do not overload the ladder by carrying heavy objects.
• Take care when carrying awkward shaped objects up
and down the ladder.
• Keep a firm grip on anything being carried to prevent
the object falling.
• Only ascend and descend the ladder by facing the
treads.
• Never exit the ladder by stepping away from the
treads.
• Ensure the trapdoor is securely locked after use.
Weight of the assembled ladder.
• Beware of finger trap hazards
• Assembled springs are under tension and could
cause the trapdoor to close without warning
• DO NOT climb or descend ladder until fully installed
and trimmed to correct length
• Power tools should ONLY be used to secure the
casing to the rafters.
• Ensure rafters are sound, secure and capable of
supporting the weight of the ladder.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Two persons are required
to install this product.
Tools Required:
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Additional Components Required:
To temporarily support the ladder during
installation, we recommend the use of two
suitable timber battens.
Each supporting batten should be able to be
fitted securely across the full width of the loft
opening and capable of supporting the full
weight of the assembled ladder.
Additional screws are required to fix the casing
frame to the loft floor.
Please see diagram on page 6 (step 10) to
calculate minimum size.
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