Confer Plastics 7100X User manual

MODEL #7100X
A-FRAME LADDER
Adjusts to fit pools 48” to 54”
Ladder must be attached to pool frame - do not use with inflatable pools.
SWING UP SECTION OF LADDER MUST BE INSTALLED ON OUTSIDE OF POOL
WEIGHT LIMIT 300 LBS.
ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND USE MANUAL
Assembly video available online: www.conferplastics.com
To reduce the risk of drowning, entrapment, falls, paralysis, electrocution, or
other serious injury or death:
Dealer/Installer: Give manual to homeowner.
Installer: Read "Safe Installation" on page #2 and all instructions before beginning. For proper assembly and
installation, instructions must be followed completely.
Homeowner: Read "Safe Use" on back cover before using. Save these instructions.
Installation must comply with local codes and may require permits.
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Proudly Made in U.S.A. by
The Anti-Entrapment Barrier is included in this ladder for the U.S. and Canada only, as required by ANSI/APSP requirements.
The Anti-Entrapment Barrier is NOT intended as a substitute for competent adult supervision.
If you would like to purchase the barrier, please visit our website at: www.conferladders.com

Hardware Pack
4 - 1/4 - 20 x 2” Bolt
4 - 1/4 - 20 Acorn Nut
2 - #10 x 1-1/4” Screw
2 - 1/4 - 20 x 2-1/4” Bolt
2 - 1/4” Flat Washer
10 - 1/4 - 20 Hex Nut
4 - Plug
1 - Padlock
8 - 1/4 - 20 x 1” Bolt
Tools Needed for Assembly
* - Hammer or mallet
* - Phillips Screwdriver
* - Adjustable wrench
* - Liquid soap or lubricant
* - Battery operated drill
* - 5/16” Drill bit
Barrier Parts List (if included)
(Included in Hardware Pack)
4 - #10 x 1-1/4” screws
1 - Strip of 4 Foam Pads
1 - Large Barrier Section
1 - Small Barrier Section
1 - Upper Brace
1 - Lower Base
Parts List
4 - Ladder Legs
2 - Tread Connectors
4 - “Swing Up” Treads
6 - Standard Treads
4 - Extension Boots
1 - Platform
4 - Handrails
Use a little liquid soap to
help with ladder assembly.
Model #7100X A-FRAME LADDER
Ladder must be attached to pool frame - DO NOT USE with inflatable pools
If missing parts call - Toll free U.S./Canada - 800-635-3213 or www.conferladders.com
Safe Installation
To reduce the risk of electrocution, drowning, entrapment, falls, or other
serious injury or death:
Check building codes/permitting. Consult your local Building Department before installation of your pool and
equipment. Pool/equipment installation must comply with the codes of the authority having jurisdiction and
may require permits (e.g., building, plumbing, electrical, zoning, etc.).
Use for intended purpose only
• Use only as a swimming pool ladder.
• This ladder is designed and manufactured for a specic pool wall height and/or deck of the pool - check
product specication and the height of your pool.
Check that you have all required parts. Check the contents of the carton with the Parts List for this ladder.
All parts and hardware are required. If any parts are missing, DO NOT attempt to assemble or install
the ladder. Instead, call Toll Free U.S. - 800-635-3213 or visit our web site at www.conferladders.com for
assistance.
Select an appropriate location - The ladder must be located on a level, solid base and in a location that will
be in full view of competent adult supervision when in use.
Follow all instructions
• For stable, correct assembly and installation, all instructions must be followed completely and in the
sequence shown.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe use of all hand tools and equipment used during
installation.
Cordless drill only - no corded drills near pool. Use a cordless drill for assembly and installation. To reduce
the risk of electrocution, NEVER use a corded drill in or around a pool.
Lift safely. When lifting awkward or heavy loads, have another person help you.
Double check after installation
• Before using the product, after assembly and installation, go over the instructions and procedures again to
make sure nothing has been overlooked.
• Make sure that safety labels are installed and legible.
OPTIONAL CONVERSION KIT
To easily convert your A-frame ladder to a deck/inpool ladder order
our #CK7100-X conversion kit. The kit includes all parts and
hardware needed. Deck cannot be higher than the pool top ledge.
IMPORTANT: LADDER ADAPTER KIT
LAK kit ts Confer A-frame ladders for use with non-traditional
metal framed swimming pools with a wall height of 48” - 54”.
Use with models: 7100b, 7100x, 7000x, 7000b, 7200 and 8100x.
Not for use with inflatable pools.
LAK KIT
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Platform
Handrails
Tread
Connector
Swing Up
Tread
Upper Brace
Ladder Leg
Standard
Tread
Extension
Boot
Small
Barrier
Lower Base
Large
Barrier

6. 7.
Place the second ladder leg with
the keyhole inserts removed over
the treads and tap down.
8.
Tap the ladder leg down onto the
ends of the treads.
Push the end of
one of the
standard treads
into the upper-
most keyhole
slot. Make sure
that the tread and
the ladder leg
are positioned as
shown in the pho-
tograph to the left.
It may be
necessary to tap
the tread into the
slot with a mallet.
Repeat for three
additional treads.
Slip the four extension
boots over the ends of
the ladders legs. They
will need to be all the
way on for most 52”
tall pools and backed
off one hole for 54”
pools. Depending
upon ground levels
outside the pool, and
sand
levels under the liner
inside the pool, a
final adjustment may
need to be made after
the ladder is put into
place.
If the round
plastic inserts,
on the sides
of the exten-
sion boots,
are still in
place, remove
them with a
phillips head
screwdriver as
shown.
1. 2.
4.
3.
Using four 1/4-20 x 2” long bolts
and four acorn nuts fasten the
extension boots to the ladder legs Using a Phillips screwdriver, knock
out all four of the keyhole slot inserts
from two of the ladder legs.
Place handrail over the flat area located on top
of ladder leg. Insert one of the 1/4 - 20 x 1” bolts
through the ladder leg into the handrail. Place
one 1/4 - 20 hex nut into the recessed area on the
handrail and tighten using a Phillips screwdriver.
Install the second bolt and nut. Repeat to assem-
ble all four ladder leg/handrail assemblies.
5.
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9.
With the ladder standing up, tap the
treads all the way down until seated
in the keyhole slots
Position the tread connector as shown,
with the padlock hole facing upward, and
tap it over the round knob. Repeat for the
opposite tread connector.
17.
16.
Position the four “swing up” treads
onto the ladder legs as shown.
15.
Attach the two remaining standard
treads to the extension boots (or directly
to the ends of the ladder legs if installing
on a 48” tall pool).
13.
Tap the platform down until fully seated
on the lugs as shown.
Connect the top of the handrails together.
12. 14.
Using a #10 x 1-1/4” screw fasten the
upper ends of the handrails together
as shown. Repeat for opposite side.
Insert screws here
11.
Slip the other two ladder legs
through the openings of the platform
until they engage the other ladder
legs as shown in next photo.
10.
Making sure that the “swing-up” side of the
platform is facing away from the “inside” ladder
section, as shown, slip the openings of the
platform over the upper ends of the ladder
legs. Using a mallet or hammer tap the platform
down until it is fully seated onto the “nubs” of
the ladder legs. Liquid soap or lubricant will
help the parts slide together.
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22. PLACE LADDER IN POOL
Fill the two inner legs with water and cap the
fill holes with plugs. Cap the fill holes in the
two outer legs; do not fill outer legs with water.
Place the ladder over the pool top seat with
the swing up treads on the outside of the pool.
Tip the ladder sideways to allow the treads to
fill the water. This will prevent floating. The
platform should rest on the pool top seat and
the bottom tread should rest firmly on the pool
bottom. If they do not, the extension boots
may be adjusted up or down as required to
achieve the best fit.
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ATTACH LADDER TO POOL
Postion the ladder at the desired location on
the pool top seat and mark the two locations
of the holes in the platform onto the top seat.
Move the ladder away. With a cordless drill,
drill two holes through the pool top ledge.
Fasten the ladder platform to the top
seat using two 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts, 1/4” flat
washers, and 1/4-20 hex nuts.
23.
WARNING! Using a corded drill near pool
may result in electrocution.
WARNING! Verify that your chosen location
is level, has a solid base, and will be in full
view of competent adult supervision when in use.
WARNING! For Maximum stability, the ladder
must be fastened to the top of the pool.
Separate Barrier sections at the top
slightly and position Upper Brace over
Small Barrier Section. Next, spread the
“fingers” on the Upper Brace and slide
into position on the Large Barrier Section.
19. 20.
Place the Base and Brace into position,
centered, on the bottom and fourth
treads of the ladder. Install the four (4)
#10 x 1-1/4” screws (included in
hardware pack) on a slight angle, first
in the Upper brace, then in the Lower
Base. Install the self-adhering foam
strips to the Large Barrier Section as
shown in diagram.
21.
Foam
Pads
Screws
Large
Barrier Small
Barrier
If Ladder did not include Barrier, skip step 21. Continue to step 22.
18.
Lay ladder on its side, put a little liquid
soap onto the square ends of the treads.
Next place the tread connector onto the
ends of the treads and strike hard with
a rubber mallet to seat tread connector
onto the treads. Flip ladder over and
repeat for second tread connector. Snap Small and Large Barrier Sections
into slots on Lower Base as shown.
WARNING! when pool is NOT IN USE, keep the outer
treads in the up position and locked with the padlock.
To close ladder: move “Swing up” portion of ladder shown in “up” position
as shown and secure with included padlock.
To use ladder: unlock the padlock and move it to the “holding” area.
Move “Swing” portion of the ladder to the “down” position as shown.
Swing Up Instructions
Fingers

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MADE IN THE USA
97 Witmer Road
North Tonawanda, New York 14120-2421
Toll Free U.S. 800-635-3213
FAX [phone]
www.conferladders.com
CONFER PLASTICS INC. FIVE YEAR WARRANTY
Confer Plastics Inc. warrants their swimming pool ladders and steps to be free from defects
in workmanship for ve years from date of purchase.
DO NOT RETURN DEFECTIVE PART TO DEALER
E-MAIL CONFER PLASTICS AT: [email protected]
A PICTURE [S] OF DEFECTIVE PART, A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM,
PROOF OF PURCHASE AND YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION.
INFORMATION MAY ALSO BE FAXED TO CONFER PLASTICS AT: 716-694-3102
OR MAILED TO THE ADDRESS BELOW. UPON REVIEW OF THE INFORMATION YOU
WILL BE NOTIFIED IF PART IS COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY AND
THE SHIPPING/HANDLING CHARGES.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
Confer Plastics Inc., 97 Witmer Road, North Tonawanda, N.Y. 14120-2421
MAINTENANCE: Check the padlock for proper operation and lubricate if necessary.
WINTERIZING: Unfasten the ladder from pool top seat and remove from the water. Remove the plugs and
lay ladder on its side to drain. It will take several minutes for the water to drain out of the ladder rails and treads.
A small amount of water left in ladder will not cause any damage. Replace the plugs so they won’t get lost.
To reinstall, see Step #22.
Safe Use
To reduce the risk of drowning, entrapment, falls, paralysis, or other
serious injury or death:
Use ladder properly.
• No diving or jumping from ladder - shallow water; risk of paralysis or death.
• FOR ENTRY/EXIT OF POOL, FACE THE LADDER AT ALL TIMES.
• ONE PERSON ON THE LADDER/STAIR AT A TIME.
• To reduce the risk of entrapment or drowning, DO NOT swim through, behind or around ladder.
• Illuminate the ladder when using the pool at night.
Weight limit - 300 lbs maximum. Exceeding maximum weight may cause the ladder to fail.
Secure ladder when not in use. When pool is NOT IN USE, keep outer treads in the up postion and
locked with the padlock. (See “Swing Up Instructions”, page 5.)
Watch children at all times when they are in or around water to help prevent drowning.
BE SURE AND SAFE. The manufacturer IS NOT responsible for improper assembly Installation and use.