MORryde SP56-137 User manual

The MOR/Safe Escape Ladder has been uniquely designed for safely using the window exit of a 5th wheel in
the event of a re or emergency.* Featuring a unique sliding design, the MOR/Safe Escape Ladder can be set
up in seconds and provides a simple and effective method of escape from the 5th wheel. Developed by the
leaders in suspension systems for RV’s, the MOR/Safe Escape Ladder features an innovative design backed by
high quality construction.
* Not a re safety regulated product.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION:
• Tape measure
•Drill
• Either a series of bits up to 1”, a stepped bit up to 1” or a 1” hole saw
• Flathead Screwdriver
• 7/16” Wrench
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SP56-137 STANDARD PLATFORM LADDER
STEP 1: The MOR/Safe Escape Ladder will be shipped with the ladder (I) inside the ladder frame mount (H).
The ladder stops (J) are attached but will not be tightened, which will allow the ladder to slide out from the
ladder frame mount. Disconnect the travel safety latch and slide the ladder all the way out of the ladder frame
mount and set it aside.
IMPORTANT : IT IS NECESSARY TO CONFIRM THAT THERE WILL BE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE
BETWEEN THE TRUCK BED RAILS AND THE LADDER FRAME MOUNT. A CLEARANCE OF 9”
BETWEEN THE TRUCK BED RAILS AND THE UNDERSIDE OF THE 5TH WHEEL IS NECCESSARY
AS 5” OF CLEARANCE WILL BE REQUIRED AFTER INSTALLATION.
MOR/ryde International, Inc. ▪ 1966 Moyer Ave ▪ PO Box 579 ▪ Elkhart ▪ IN 46516
Customer Service: 574.293.1581 ▪ www.morryde.com
IN THE BOX:
A. Plastic Spacer washer (8)
B. Anchor nut (4)
C. 3/8” x 4” bolt (4)
D. 3/8” steel at washer (4)
E. 3/8” split lock washer (4)
F. Tek screw 1” (4)
G. Tek screw 1 1/2” (4)
H. Ladder frame mount
I. Ladder and platform
J. Ladder stop (2)
K. Travel safety latch
L. 1/4”-20 carriage bolt (4)
M. Nylock nut (4)
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STEP 2: The ladder should be installed underneath the escape window of the 5th wheel. The preferred location is for
the platform to be centered underneath the window. However, The MOR/safe Escape Ladder frame mount MUST
be mounted into the main upper deck tube structure (usually 2” x 6”) using the four toggle nuts and bolts provided in
the installation hardware kit. It’s important to properly locate the main upper deck tubes underneath the exterior skin
of the 5th wheel for installation of the ladder frame mount. This may position the ladder so that it it is offset from the
center of the window.
The picture and drawing below are representative of the steel structural frame in the upper deck of a 5th wheel*(Fig.
1 and 2). It’s common for manufacturers to add smaller support tubes next to the main tube structure and also to cover
the tubes with a thin gage steel cover plate. The smaller tube structure, (usually 1” x 1”) and thin gage cover plates
will not provide adequate support for the ladder frame mount primary toggle nuts and bolts. The smaller tubes are
adequate for the Tek screws that are used as secondary mounts to help secure the ladder frame mount to the upper
deck of the 5th wheel. Figure 3 shows a proper location for the toggle nut and bolt used to secure the ladder to the
ladder frame mount.
In order to reveal the location of the cross members, it is recommended that a section of the exterior skin of the 5th
wheel is removed. The next step (Step 3) may be skipped only if the exact location of the cross members is known.
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* The smaller support tubes or steel plate referenced in this picture may be in a different location and/or in some cases may not exist on your 5th wheel.
What is most important is that the MOR/safe Escape Ladder Frame Mount is installed into the main upper deck tube structure (usually 2” x 6” tube) using
the 4 toggle nuts and bolts provided in your installation hardware kit, one in each corner as detailed in the steps that follow.
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Fig. 1
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Fig. 3
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Main Upper Deck
Tube - Curb Side Thin Gage Cover Plate
Support Tube
Main Upper Deck
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STEP 3:The exterior skin of a 5th wheel is commonly held in place with weather stripping and screw strips
that are located at the front near the pin box and along the sides of the unit. If the pin box has a cover or shroud,
remove the cover (see Fig. 4). Remove any weather stripping to expose the screw strips and remove the screws
(see Fig. 5- Fig. 10). Pull back the screw strips, allowing the skin of the 5th wheel to sag down a bit so that the
structure inside is visible (see Fig. 11). Please locate the main upper deck tube.
Measure the distance between the mounting points and ensure that the points will match up with a set of pre-existing
holes on the ladder frame mount. If the measurements do not match up, either adjust your mounting location slightly
or add mounting holes in the frame (see Fig. 12 and 13).
It is important that the ladder frame mount is installed on a level surface of the skin of the 5th wheel. It should
not interfere with the curvature of the 5th wheel. Measure to ensure that the rst mounting location is beyond the
curve of the unit (see Fig. 14 - Fig. 15).
In some circumstances, the main upperdeck tube is covered up by a steel plate, making it difcult to determine the
exact location of the tube. The plate is also covering up a smaller support tube. This tube can be felt by reaching
around the plate. Measure the width of one of the visible support tubes (the tube covered by the steel plate will be
the same width). Measure over this distance on the cover plate to determine where the edge of the structural frame
member begins. The same process may need to be repeated on the other side of the 5th wheel to determine the
location of the structural frame member there.
Fig. 12
Fig. 14 Fig. 15
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Fig. 4 Fig. 7
Fig. 8 Fig. 10 Fig. 11Fig. 9
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
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STEP 4: Once the mounting locations are marked on the undercarriage, use a 1” hole saw or large step bit
to drill through the exterior surface and main upper deck tube (see Fig. 19). Use caution when drilling into
tubing as there may be wiring or cables routed through the tube. The thickness of the structure you have drilled
through must be sufcient to support the re escape ladder (at least .105” thick). Be sure that the entire area on
the skin of the 5th wheel where the re escape ladder will be mounted is clear of any obstructions (see Fig. 20).
Fig. 19
Fig. 18
Fig. 20
NOTE: At this point, it is important to check the length of the bolts as compared to the size of the main
upper deck tube to which the ladder will be secured. If the bolts are too long for the anchor nut to have room
to fully expand, the bolts may need to be trimmed down.
Fig. 17Fig. 16
Once the main upper deck tube is identied, make a mark on the skin of the 5th wheel which notes the location of
the main upper deck tubes. It is important the exact location is marked in order to ensure the ladder frame mount is
installed directly to the main upper deck tubes.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED TO BE MOUNTED TO THE STEEL STRUCTURE
OF THE 5TH WHEEL AS DESCRIBED ON FOLLOWING PAGE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY FOR THE USER.
MOR/RYDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER INSTALLATION.
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STEP 5: CAUTION: This step will require two people to lift and secure the ladder frame mount. MOR/ryde
International, Inc. is not responsible for property damage and/or personal injury.
Place the ladder frame mount up into location on the upper deck (as shown below). It may be necessary to use
supports to hold them in place (see Fig.21 and Fig. 22). Align the holes in the ladder frame mount with the new
holes just drilled in the 5th wheel. Determine how the frame will be sitting. If it is going to rest on the weather
stripping or molding on the sides, please use the extra plastic spacer washers provided so that the entire ladder
frame mount remains level. Use as many plastic spacer washers as necessary.
IMPORTANT: Please re-install the weather stripping, molding, and screw strips back up on the sides of the
5th wheel. The ladder frame mount may rest on some of these pieces and you will not be able to put them
back up once the ladder is installed.
Fig. 21 Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
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STEP 6: Raise the ladder to the undercarriage (see Fig. 25) and insert the anchor bolts one at a time (see
Fig. 26). The anchors should run parallel with the length of the tube so that when the bolt is turned the nut
will be held in place by the sides of the tube. Be sure the anchor nut does not pinch any wires or cables that
may be in the tube. It is helpful to apply some light downward pressure as you tighten the bolts to prevent
the anchors from turning. Do not tighten one corner completely before proceeding to the next. Rather, loosely
screw in one corner, then the next. Repeat until all corners are snug, then fasten tightly (see Fig. 27). DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN!
NOTE: If the anchor nut does not disengage on its own, a longer bolt may need to be used.
STEP 7: Add Tek screws in several places to secure the frame to the 5th wheel, catching as many additional
support tubes as possible (see Fig. 28). If the predrilled holes in the ladder frame mount do not match up with
the markings for the crossmembers, new holes may need to be drilled in the ladder frame mount to match
additional structural locations.
STEP 8: Insert the ladder & platform from the re escape window side of the unit, platform rst (see Fig.
29). Once the platform is inserted into the frame mount, tighten the ladder stops with 1/4”-20 carriage bolts
and nylock nuts that are provided (see Fig. 30). The ladder is now installed, but the front of the ladder must be
locked for safe travel (see Fig. 31 on following page and Owner’s Manual).
Fig. 28 Fig. 29 Fig. 30
Fig. 25 Fig. 26 Fig. 27
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PREPARING LADDER FOR USE: Pull the ladder and platform out and lock it in the out position (see Fig.
32). The feet of the ladder should be resting on level ground when the 5th wheel’s landing gear are deployed
and the unit is level.
PREPARING LADDER FOR TRANSPORT: Stow the ladder and platform and lock it in place (see Fig.
31). Hook-up the tow vehicle to the 5th wheel and lower the 5th wheel down from the landing gear. Check for
proper clearance between the truck bed rails and the ladder frame mount. There should be a minimum of 5” of
clearance between the bottom of the ladder frame mount and the top of the truck bed side rails when on level
ground.
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FINISHED PRODUCT
Fig. 32Fig. 31
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MOR/ryde International, Inc. ▪ 1966 Moyer Ave ▪ PO Box 579 ▪ Elkhart ▪ IN 46516
Customer Service: 574.293.1581 ▪ www.morryde.com
OWNER’S MANUAL
SP56-137 STANDARD PLATFORM LADDER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ CAREFULLY
INSPECTION
1. Inspect before each use. Never climb a damaged, bent or broken ladder. All parts must be in good
condition.
2. Make sure all rivets, joints, nuts and bolts are tight; ladder feet and rungs secure.
3. Keep platform clean and free from grease, oil, mud, snow, wet paints and other slippery materials.
4. Never make temporary repairs to damaged or missing parts.
5. Have the ladder properly repaired if any part of the ladder, platform or ladder frame mount is broken or
worn, or has been exposed to re or chemical corrosion.
PROPER SET-UP
DANGER! METAL CONDUCTS ELECTRICITY! Do not let ladder or any material come in contact with live
electrical wires.
1. Remove the locking pin on the ladder frame mount and slide the ladder and platform out completely.
Place the locking pin back through the ladder frame mount and platform slide. Push back on the
platform to ensure that it does not slide back into the frame. Failure to secure the platform properly
could cause the ladder to fold up while in use, which may result in injury or death.
2. Place the ladder feet on a rm level surface. Do not use on slippery surfaces. Do not place the ladder
feet on boxes or unstable bases.
PROPER CLIMBING AND USE
1. Do not allow children to play on the ladder or platform. It is for emergency use only.
2. Exit through the emergency window feet rst and face down. Carefully lower your feet to platform,
using the window frame for stabilization.
3. Begin descending the ladder, making sure to hold onto the window frame until you are able to grasp
platform or ladder sides.
4. Face the ladder when climbing down. Keep your body centered between the side rails.
5. Do not overload. This re escape ladder is meant for one person at a time only.
PROPER CARE AND STORAGE
1. The ladder and platform are designed to store safely and securely while towing your 5th wheel.
2. Remove the retaining pin from the platform and slide the ladder into the ladder frame mount. Place the
pin through the clip on the ladder, securing the ladder to the frame while in transit. Failure to properly
pin the ladder to the frame when 5th wheel is in transit will cause the ladder to slide out. This may
result in damage, injury, or death.
3. Never store materials on the platform or inside the ladder frame mount.
4. Keep the platform and ladder frame mount clean and free of all foreign materials.
Maximum Capacity : 300 lbs.
MOR/ryde International, Inc. is not responsible if 5th wheel is damaged from improper installation.
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