Installation Guide

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ATTIC LADDER PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

“FAKRO” and the FAKRO logo are registered trademarks of FAKRO Group.

All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

FAKRO AMERICA, L.L.C.

311 W. Laura Dr

Addison, IL 60101, USA

tel. (630) 543-1010

e-mail: sales@f

akrousa.com

www.fakrousa.com

www.fakro.com

http://shop.fakrousa.com

LWM / LWM-P

OWM / OWM-P

LST / LSF

LWS-M /LWS-P /LWF /OLN /OLN-P

SKYWIN

77 Woodland Ave

Chatham ON N7L 2S5, CANADA

tel. (519) 352-6587

www.fakro.ca

www.atticstairsus.com

Summary of content (6 pages)

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ATTIC LADDER PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDELINES FAKRO AMERICA, L.L.C. 311 W. Laura Dr Addison, IL 60101, USA tel. (630) 543-1010 e-mail: sales@fakrousa.com www.fakrousa.com www.fakro.com http://shop.fakrousa.com SKYWIN 77 Woodland Ave Chatham ON N7L 2S5, CANADA tel. (519) 352-6587 www.fakro.ca www.atticstairsus.com “FAKRO” and the FAKRO logo are registered trademarks of FAKRO Group. All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Installation of stringers STEP 1 INSTALLERS, CARPENTERS, CONTRACTORS Measure the length of the stringer “W” between the cross-beams (Figure18). The measurement should be perpendicular to the headers. STEP 2 Cut the stringer to size. Use timber similar in size to the existing ceiling joists. STEP 3 If the joists do not make up the other two sides of the frame, you need to install one more stringer of the same length as before.
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Table of content Double headers STEP 1 Measure the length of the header “P” between uncut joists (Figure15). The measurement should be done perpendicular to the joists. I. Important issues to consider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 2 STEP 2 - are you able to install attic ladder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 2 Cut to size 4 headers.
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VII. FRAMING THE INSTALLATION OPENING I. IMPORTANT ISSUES TO CONSIDER Before you begin: Before you start any work read carefully all instructions, in order to make sure that you have a proper spot for installation and tools. the distance between the joists should be the same as the width of installation opening. All cut joists must be attached to the joists that have not been cut.
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VI. CUTTING THE CEILING JOISTS Before you begin: II. YOUR PACKAGE SHOULD CONTAIN: — Attic ladder fully assembled and ready for installation. You should not dismantle assembled product for installation — Control rod Prior to installation inspect the product for any cracks in the wood. Make sure that the metal elements are not damaged and securely fastened. you should now have the cut out hole in the appropriate spot. STEP 1 If the room has a ceiling in which you made the opening proceed to step 2.
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IV. FINDING A SUITABLE LOCATION FOR INSTALLATION V. CUTTING A HOLE IN THE CEILING Before you begin: Look for a space free from obstacles and dangers. Make sure that the space will allow proper installation and use of the attic ladder.