Attic Ladder Spring Installation
Screw 1 4 x 2 inch hex head lag screws into the header securing the portion of.
Attic ladder spring installation. Werner attic ladder replacement springs pair fakro 62027 lxs ladder ends 1 pair fakro lxs ladder ends finish the look of fakro wooden attic ladders. Whether you have previously fitted an attic door spring or not remove the hinge that is currently connected to your attic door. Pull down the stairs and switch on the attic light. The springs are most relaxed when the attic ladder is in the stowed position.
This is found at the far end of the attic door connecting it to the floor above. Replace the springs one at a time. Hold the door in your left hand and unscrew the hinge with your right. How to repair an attic ladder spring step 1.
We ll show you how to cut out frame the opening then install a fo. Inspect the brackets at the door hinge where the. Use your drill and two wood screws to hold the frame of the ladder to the header of your support structure. Standing on the floor reach up with the pole hook and firmly hook the eye bolt on the attic door and pull to open door.
Position a stepladder to the side of the attic ladder s climbing section drop down area. Climb up into the attic. Lowe s will coordinate your attic ladder installation service to remove your old attic ladder handle your new attic stair installation and haul away the old unit. Loosen the lock nut at one turnbuckle that connects a.
Never place stepladder or person in the path of the attic ladder s climbing section drop down area. Ask the assistant to. Next connect the opposite end into its hole in the connector arm with the point of the hook facing away from the ladder. How to replace the springs on pull down attic stairs.
Put on your work. Insert one hooked end of a new ladder spring into the mounting bracket. Shut the attic door once you and your partner are in the attic. Contact lowe s today to help with installing attic ladders or.
If an attic light is not installed carry a flashlight into the attic. Step 1 remove the old hinge.