Lippert SolidStep Gen 2 Installation instructions

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SolidStep™Gen 2
Installation and Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
Resources Required ................................... 2
Installation .............................................. 2
Prior to installation ..................................... 2
SolidStep Installation .................................. 2
Leg Extension Adjustment ............................ 4
SolidStep™
Gen 2
Installation and
Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
Part # SolidStep* # of Treads Suggested Floor Height
678024 26” 4 35” - 44”
678025 28” 4 35” - 44”
678027 30” 4 35” - 44”
678028 32” 4 35” - 44”
678031 34” 4 35” - 44”
678036 36” 4 35” - 44”
678040 26” 3 27” - 36”
678041 28” 3 27” - 36”
678044 30” 3 27” - 36”
678047 32” 3 27” - 36”
Open the RV door and measure the inside width of the
door frame. The correct size SolidStep will be the nearest
even number rounded up.
Example: If the inside width is 25-5/16”, round up to a 26”
SolidStep.
* The measurement of the inside width of the door frame rounded up to the nearest even number is the corresponding
SolidStep required.

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SolidStep™Gen 2
Installation and Owner’s Manual
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Introduction
The SolidStep™GEN 2 is a trailer entry step assembly that
can be mounted to the side of any trailer, providing an ease
of entry regardless of level ground. The suggested oor
height range should be between 35”- 44” for a four-step
tread and 27”- 36” for a three-step tread.
NOTE: The oor of the trailer must have sufcient backing
material for securing the SolidStep GEN 2.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
INJURY, TRAILER DAMAGE, OR VOIDING OF THE
COMPONENT WARRANTY.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
PERFORMING SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE TO THE
TRAILER. OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT TO CONSIDER
WOULD BE HEARING PROTECTION, GLOVES AND
POSSIBLY A FULL FACE SHIELD, DEPENDING ON THE
NATURE OF THE SERVICE.
NO REPAIRS SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED BY ANYONE
OTHER THAN A QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL.
THE DEPLOYMENT AND RETRACTION OF THE
STEP ASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE INJURY IF PROPER
PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN. THE STEP ASSEMBLY
WAS DESIGNED FOR AN OPERATIONAL WEIGHT
RATING OF 400 LBS.
MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH OR CUT. KEEP
CLEAR AND USE CAUTION.
Resources Required
Installation
Prior to installation
1. Verify that the trailer is on level or near-level ground.
2. If the trailer oor has a step threshold transition piece, it
should be removed now.
NOTE: The door and frame have been removed for clarity.
SolidStep Installation
1. Place the SolidStep GEN 2 assembly inside the door
frame and verify with a tape measure that the SolidStep
GEN 2 is centered in the door frame.
NOTE: Verify that the SolidStep GEN 2 mounting plate
(Fig.1A) is ush against the sidewall of the trailer.
2. Remove the 2 plastic caps from the alignment cover
holes on the mounting plate (Fig.1B).
3. With the step assembly in the extended position (Fig.1),
install 2 fasteners, either #10 - 1 ½” self-tapping screws
(laminate oor), or #10 - 1 ½” wood screws (wood oor)
into the mounting plate via the 2 access holes (Fig.1B)
located in the top of the mounting plate.
4. Once the two fasteners are inserted, carefully lift the
step assembly to the upright, stored position. The latching
mechanism will engage after adjustment. At this point,
have 1 extra person hold the step assembly from inside the
trailer.
Fig.1
A
B
• 1 to 2 Persons
• Cordless or Electric Drill
or Screw Gun
• Appropriate Drive Bits
• Flat Head Screwdriver
• 3/8” Wrench
• Tape Measure

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5. If adjustment is required, loosen the 2 bolts (Fig.2A) on
both sides of the transport lock. This allows for up to ½” of
adjustment either way.
Fig.2
A
6. Once in the correct position tighten the bolts.
7. Once the transport locks have been adjusted, test the
functionality by shaking the step assembly to simulate road
vibration.
8. Engage and disengage the transport lock (Fig.3A) to
ensure the latch anges do not scrape against the door
frame.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE BOLTS, AS DOING SO
MAY DAMAGE THE THREADS IN THE SHEET METAL
OR CAUSE THE BOLT HEADS TO BREAK OFF.
Fig.3
A
9. If necessary, make minor adjustments by loosening the
two #10 self-tapping fasteners (Fig.1B) previously installed
in the mounting plate.
10. Using 8 additional fasteners (Fig.4A), either #10 - 1 ½”
self-tapping screws (laminate oor) or #10 - 1 ½” wood screws
(wood oor), fasten the hinge plate to the oor of the trailer
(Fig.4B). Use the horizontal slots (Fig.4C) to make additional
small adjustments of the step assembly in the doorway.
Fig.4
A
BC
11. Extend the step assembly and install the 2 provided
plastic caps into the alignment cover holes on the mounting
plate (Fig.5A).
Fig.5
A
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOCK THE STEP IN PLACE,
AS THE LATCHING MECHANISM MAY NEED TO
BE ADJUSTED TO THE PROPER LEFT-RIGHT
ORIENTATION AND TIGHTENED IN POSITION BEFORE
USING THE TRANSPORT LOCK. ATTEMPTING TO
ENGAGE THE TRANSPORT LOCK WITHOUT PROPER
ADJUSTMENT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE DOOR
FRAME OR STEP ASSEMBLY.

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Leg Extension Adjustment
Leg Extensions are secured with a Quick Release Clevis
Pin. Independent adjustments can be made to each leg
extension in 1.00” increments by moving the inner leg up or
down to achieve optimum ground surface angle.
1. To extend the inner leg (Fig.6B):
A. Remove the Quick Release Clevis Pin (Fig.6C) from
the tube and the slot in the angle.
B. Extend the inner leg (Fig.6B) to the ground and at an
angle so the steps are parallel to the ground and are level
C. Replace the Quick Release Clevis Pin (Fig.6C) in the
tube and slot closest to where the inner leg and the outer
leg (Fig.6A) meet.
2. To retract the inner leg (Fig.6B):
A. Remove the Quick Release Clevis Pin (Fig.6C) from
the tube and slot.
B. Retract the inner leg.
C. Replace the Quick Release Clevis Pin in the tube and
slot.
The step assembly is shown in the upright, stored position
in Fig. 7.
Fig.6
Fig.7
A
B
C
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