How to replace a Sellwood attic ladder lid where the attic ladder is installed. Models: P30, D28, D30, D36, Q24, A25, A28, A36
Step 1
Pull down the attic ladder and lid until the upper and lower stay arms lock into position.
Step 2
Position a step ladder underneath the attic ladder.
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On one side of the ladder, undo the M8 bolt and nylock nut that connects the upper and lower stay arms together. Always hold onto the upper stay arm and don’t let go, rotate upwards to ease off the spring tension.
Step 4
Repeat step 3 for the other side.
Step 5
The ladder and lid should be hanging vertically perpendicular to ceiling.
Step 6
Remove the 4x M6 screws that connect the main hinge to the lid.
Step 7
Remove the 4x M6 screws that connect the lower anchors to the lid.
Step 8
Remove the old lid and place the replacement lid in the same position.
Step 9
Refix the 4x M6 screws that connect the main hinge to the lid starting with the outside predrilled holes first.
Step 10
Refix the 4x M6 screws that connect the lower anchors to the lid.
Step 11
Reconnect the M8 bolt and nylock nuts that connects the upper and lower stay arms together on both sides of the ladder.
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