TB Davies LuxFold User manual

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USER GUIDE & INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of packaging
Your loft ladder is supplied in a heavy duty cardboard box, which is easily recycled either with your household collection or at
a local authority recycling centre. The plastic sheet cover is not currently recycled and should be disposed of in your general
waste collection.
Disposal of your old ladder
If this TB Davies loft ladder is replacing an existing ladder, care should be taken to remove the ladder safely. Aluminium and
timber loft ladders can be recycled easily at your local authority recycling centre.
WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This loft ladder complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead
to personal injury and damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the loft ladder, please read these instructions
carefully before using it for the rst time. They contain important information on its safety, use
and maintenance.
This loft ladder was manufactured in accordance with international safety regulations and
conforms to EN14975, a European safety standard for loft ladders. Please familiarise yourself
with these instructions BEFORE commencing with the installation.
We also recommend you understand the steps involved in tting this loft ladder by watching a
demonstration of the installation process on the following link - https://www.tbdavies.co.uk/
loft-ladder-installation-video/
These instructions contain important and essential steps on installation and safety when using
your loft ladder. Keep these in a safe place for future reference and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future user.
Manufacturer and seller shall bear no liability for failure to comply with the applicable law,
building codes and safety requirements by the user of the product, architect, tter and owner of
the building.
The loft ladder is clearly identied on the ID label on the inside of the loft hatch. This shows the
Manufacturers Part Number (MPN), EAN Barcode and Date of Manufacture.
This loft ladder product is designed to be permanently xed in place and is intended to be used inside domestic homes
and similar working and residential environments. It is not designed to be a thoroughfare between two oors.
The loft ladder is not designed for outdoor use.
TB Davies cannot be held responsible for incorrect installation or inappropriate usage.
This loft ladder is not intended for use by children or those with reduced sensory, physical or mental capabilities. Please
ensure that the loft ladder is retracted and not left open and unattended when not in use.
Care should be taken to ensure that boxes and items being carried into the loft space do not cause you to lose your
footing or balance.
ISO -W
ISO -M

GENERAL SAFETY
This loft ladder is designed for one per-
son to use at a time
Do not use a damaged ladder
Ensure that you use the loft ladder in
the correct upright position
Do not carry heavy items as you
may lose your balance or go over the
weight limit of the ladder
Always ascend/descend facing the
ladder
Do not descend or ascend facing
away from the ladder
Maximum weight of the user, including
boxes or items being carried into or out
of the loft space
Do not stand off the ladder without
maintaining contact with a 3rd point,
which could be a railing or balustrade
Ensure the ladder is set at the correct
angle
Do not use unsuitable footwear
Always keep a secure grip on the ladder. Open the loft hatch carefully, remembering that objects may have moved since
last opening. Be aware of the pinch points, in particular when open and closing the ladder section.
Do NOT stand on the loft hatch from above.
TECHNICAL SAFETY
Please follow the installation instructions and ensure that the ladder is installed correctly. if you have any doubts about
your ability to install this loft ladder, you should immediately stop and call a qualied trades-person to complete the task.
Familiarise yourself with the pinch points to avoid personal injury. [See Page 5.]
NOTE: that the springs are tensioned when in position.
Care should be taken to ensure that the bolts are secured and not loose.
Never force the door to open or to pull the loft ladder section down. This could damage the integrity of the loft ladder and
cause personal injury.
Only climb the loft ladder when fully installed and the frame is securely xed to the joists. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.

INSTALLATION PROCESS
TECHNICAL SAFETY - CONTINUED
Do not modify or make alterations to this loft ladder.
Ensure that your loft space is dry and not damp, or that the loft ladder is exposed to water, which over time can cause the
loft ladder to be compromised, leading to personal injury.
We recommend installing the TB Davies Balustrade Kit to secure the loft opening and prevent falls into the space below.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Check the following:
• The treads and stiles are not split
• The screws/nuts/bolts are secure and not loose
• The hatch opens/closes without any resistance or interference and does not catch on the frame
• Check metal parts are not corroded or damaged
• Ensure that you annually lubricate all metal moving parts
• Ensure that the ladder section is not warped or damaged
FURTHER HELP
If you require any further advice or assistance please visit www.tbdavies.co.uk or email [email protected]o.uk or call our
technical support helpline on 029 2132 000.
SAFE ASSEMBLY, FITTING & INSTALLATION
Begin by unpacking the loft ladder and identify all the pieces against the instructions, shown on Page 5 & 6. Ensure the loft
ladder is not damaged during transport. If damaged, please contact our sales team on 029 2132 0000.
Ensure safe access to your loft space and, if necessary, a safe working platform is available before attempting to install.
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate work, is required.
We recommend using goggles and a mask to protect you from dust and other particles generated from tting the loft ladder.
Ensure the loft ladder ts your loft space and ceiling height of the room below. The maximum oor to ceiling height is 2.8m
(9ft 2 inches). The maximum weight capacity is 150kg, which includes the person and any items carried.
Carefully clear the area where the loft ladder is being installed to ensure that you are screwing the frame into joists and not
metal, cables or pipework. Ensure that electrical cabling or pipework is not hidden. Consider laying planks of wood to take
your weight to avoid falling through the ceiling.
If your joists are not made from timber, please seek specialist advice.
Depending on the size of your loft opening, you may require spacer blocks to ensure a tight t. Ensure that the frame is level
and squarely tted, otherwise, it will not operate correctly. We recommend tting temporary battens to support the loft
ladder during installation.
Ensure that you DO NOT cut through a load-bearing joist.
Safe operation of this loft ladder can only be guaranteed if correctly installed. If you do not feel qualied to t, you should
immediately stop and call a qualied trades-person to complete the task.

Tools required
6mm 8mm x2
13mm
People needed
WARNING! Please be aware of all the safety warnings and be sure that you fully understand them before handling the
product.
It would be advisable to watch the TB Davies Loft Ladder installation video prior to tting. This can be found on www.
tbdavies.co.uk/loft-ladder-installation-video.
Please note the video shows the Envirofold installation. However, many of the steps are common across the range of loft
ladders. Features may vary from the model you have purchased. If you have any doubt about tting the ladder yourself,
please consult a professional.
You will also need (not supplied) QTY 18_Ø6mm/shaft
70mm min/thread depth 40mm min
x4
x10
x4
x2

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Whats in the box
C x2
D x1
B x2A x1
1
1
2
2
D

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Assembly
1
DS
DS +2
Temporarily screw two planks of wood onto the frame
to support the loft ladder housing unit whilst affixing it
to the beams in the loft.
* Please seek professional advice if cutting across joists.

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2
3
Use a set square on each corner to guarantee a 90° angle. Where necessary
use packers (not supplied) to ll the space between the frame and joists. Use
a spirit level on all horizontal plains to ensure the frame is level. Finally drilling
through part No. 1 and into the joists, make ten 6mm holes at intervals shown
in the diagram. Then use the wood screws (not supplied) to affix the frame
into position.
40mm Min
Ø6mm Min
70mm Min

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4
1
2
B C
1. Take note of the measurement, and
2. transfer it to the 3rd ladder segment
and make a mark on both legs as per
the diagram.
Saw off the excess piece of the ladder on both sides. Attach the two rubber feet to the base of each leg.
Align an off-cut of wood against the
2nd segment, at the same angle as the
ladder, making sure the ends of the lad-
der rests on the ground. Make a mark
on the off - cut as per diagram.

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5
With ladder in open position, use 2 x 13mm spanners to
make nal adjustments and reduce the ex of the ladder.
Repeat procedure on opposite side

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220-280cm
68°- 72°
Max.
150
KG

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Inspection 01 Date:
Engineer Name:
Company Name:
Telephone Number:
Comments:
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE RECORDS
CUSTOMER NAME: TELEPHONE NUMBER:
ADDRESS:
LOFT LADDER NAME & PART NUMBER
INSTALLED BY: (PRINT NAME) INSTALLED ON:
COMPANY NAME:
COMPANY ADDRESS:
The following checklist is to be completed in full by the competent person who is installing the loft ladder. These records
should then be kept by the customer/homeowner for future reference.
Failure to install the loft ladder correctly to the manufacturer’s instructions will invalidate the warranty. This does not affect
the customer’s statutory rights.
Inspection 02 Date:
Engineer Name:
Company Name:
Telephone Number:
Comments:
Inspection 03 Date:
Engineer Name:
Company Name:
Telephone Number:
Comments:
Inspection 04 Date:
Engineer Name:
Company Name:
Telephone Number:
Comments:

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OILING POINTS
It is recommended that your loft ladder is serviced annually and checked before each use. The following red marks indicate
the points on the loft ladder that should be lubricated with a good quality oil or silicone spray, e.g., WD40 or GT85 or 3-in-1 oil
or similar. The points need a dab of oil to ensure that the hinge mechanisms and points open and close smoothly.
SPARE PARTS
If your loft ladder is damaged, spare parts are available,
including the following:
1. Feet
2. Loft opening pole
3. Replacement ladder section
4. Replacement bag with springs, clips and screws
If you require more information about our spare parts,
or to place an order, please call our sales team on the
telephone number on the back of this document.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Remedy
The loft hatch won’t shut correctly Check that the frame is square - see Section 4. Ensure that you have used
packers to ll spaces and keep the frame square. If the frame is square, then
the loft hatch will be able to close,
The ladder section must also be lifted to the top of the mount bracket and
dropped into the correct position. See Section 9. This enables the ladder
section to have sufficient clearance so that the loft hatch can be opened and
closed successfully.
The ladder exes when climbed Check the adjustment bolts have been tightened as per Section 9 on Page 12
of these instructions. Once correctly tightened to take up the slack, the ladder
section will not ex at all when climbing.
The ladder section was cut too short. You may be able to adjust the ladder adjustment bolts, see Section 9 on page
12. This may allow the ladder to touch the ground if it is within a few milli-
metres. If you have cut more than that, we do supply spare ladder sections.
Please contact our sales team for more details.

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WE RECOMMEND
We recommend tting a railing, for example the Loft Balustrade from TB Davies, to protect you or other loft ladder users from
falling into the loft opening. The balustrade provides a hand-hold to help you safely get into and out of the loft space. The
Loft Balustrade below xes directly to the loft oor and the wooden sections can be cut to t your hatch size exactly. Pre-
drilled holes make this balustrade kit simple and quick to install. It also offers protection against storage boxes falling from
the loft area into the loft opening.
Part Number: 1510-010

Manufacturer and seller shall bear no liability for failure to comply with the applicable law, building codes and safety require-
ments by the user of the product, architect, tter and owner of the building.
TB Davies (Cardiff) Ltd, Lewis Road, Cardiff, CF24 5EB. [phone] www.tbdavies.co.uk. Registered in England No. 00534073,
VAT Reg No. GB134144207 Awarded Silver by Investors in People, 2018. An ISO 9001 Registered Company. Members of the Ladder Association and PASMA.
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