Lippert SolidStep Levitate Manual de usuario
SolidStep® Levitate
OEM INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Introduction
The SolidStep® Levitate 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.
For information on the assembly or individual components of this product, please visit:
https://support.lci1.com/steps-support-solidstep.
Images used in this document are for reference only when assembling, installing and/or operating this
product. Actual appearance of provided and/or purchased parts and assemblies may differ.
Safety
Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this product. Adhere to all safety labels.
This manual provides general instructions. Many variables can change the circumstances of the instructions,
i.e., the degree of difficulty, operation and ability of the individual performing the instructions. This
manual cannot begin to plot out instructions for every possibility, but provides the general instructions,
as necessary, for effectively interfacing with the device, product or system. Failure to correctly follow the
provided instructions may result in death, serious personal injury, severe product and/or property damage,
including voiding of the LCI limited warranty.
The "WARNING" symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death
or serious personal injury if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this manual.
Failure to follow instructions provided in this manual may result in death, serious personal injury
and/or severe product and property damage, including voiding of the component warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Safety 2
Resources Required 3
SolidStep® Levitate Tread Width and Floor Height Variations 3
Prior to Installation 5
Installation 5
Secure Threshold Plate 5
Lift Assist Installation for SolidStep Levitate Triple and Quad Step Assemblies 7
Final Adjustment of the Transport Lock Latching Mechanism 11
Operation 13
Release Steps 13
Leg Extension Adjustment 14
Secure Steps 14
Optional Motion Sensor Lights 15
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Unit MUST be supported per manufacturer's recommendations before working underneath. Failure
to do so may result in death or serious personal injury.
The “CAUTION” symbol above is a sign that a safety risk is involved and may cause personal injury
and/or product or property damage if not safely adhered to and within the parameters set forth
in this manual
Always wear eye protection when performing service, maintenance or installation procedures.
Other safety equipment to consider would be hearing protection, gloves and possibly a full face
shield, depending on the nature of the task.
Moving parts can pinch, crush or cut. Keep clear and use caution.
No repairs should be attempted by anyone other than a qualied 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.
Resources Required
• 1 to 2 people, depending on task
• Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
• Appropriate drive bit
• Tape measure
• #10 - 1 1/2" wood screws (wood floor)
• #10 - 1 1/2" self-tapping screws (laminate floor)
• #10 flat head screws
• Non -permanent method of marking
• Temporary Pin or tool 3/16” in diameter
• Materials for framing out penetration for lift assist.
Door Frame
Inner Flange
Door Frame
Inner Flange
There are two tread widths currently available, 23.5” (24” door jamb min.) or 27.5” (28” door jamb min.).
Record the measurement of the door frame inner flange to door frame inner flange (Fig. 1) to determine
which tread width to use.
SolidStep®Levitate Tread Width and Floor Height Variations
Fig. 1
Measure
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Figure 2 depicts an example of a quad step from the chart below of the typical variations for the SolidStep
Levitate step assembly. Step height references from top of the step threshold to bottom of footpad. Range is
given from highest to lowest points of pin located footpad positions. Make sure the correct SolidStep Levitate
variation is installed for the intended unit by also measuring the door frame threshold. Step identification tags
are located under one of the step extrusions, typically the top full step.
SolidStep Levitate Assembly Steps Maximum to Minimum Floor Height Leg Height
Double Standard Step 8" Rise 30.89" Maximum to 23.64" Minimum Floor Height Standard Leg
Double Extended Step 8" Rise 33.62" Maximum to 27.17" Minimum Floor Height Extended Leg
Triple Step 8" Rise 40.57" Maximum to 31.70" Minimum Floor Height Standard Leg
Quad Step 8" Rise 48.66" Maximum to 39.79" Minimum Floor Height Standard Leg
NOTE: Variations also include:
• 23.5” (26” door threshold min.) or
27.5” (30” door threshold min.) tread widths.
• Lift assist is only an option for triple and
quad models.
• Motion sensor lights are an option.
Fig. 2
48.66" Max.
39.79" Min.
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Installation
Secure Threshold Plate
1. With the step extended in the down position, place the SolidStep® Levitate assembly inside the
doorframe threshold.
NOTE: Make sure the step threshold plate (Fig. 4A) is placed firmly against the outside edge (red line) of
the door threshold (Fig. 3B). If not positioned flush against the outside edge of the door threshold,
the step assembly could prevent the door from closing.
Fig. 4
A
B
NOTE: The leg extension is shipped attached to the top step with a cable tie and must be temporarily
installed before complete step installation.
A. Remove the leg extension from the step by cutting the cable tie.
B. Pull the spring loaded plunger (Fig. 3B) and insert the leg extension into the receiver. Do not let
the spring loaded plunger engage with any of the holes.
C. Insert a 3/16" temporary pin or tool (Fig. 3A) into the hole above the spring loaded plunger
(Fig. 3B) to secure the leg extension.
NOTE: Temporary pin will be removed once step and lift assist are fully installed.
Fig. 3
A
B
Back side of SolidStep Levitate
Prior to Installation
• Verify that the trailer is on level ground.
• Verify the floor of the trailer has sufficient backing material for securing the SolidStep.
• Remove all parts and pieces from shipping packaging. Caps and detent pins are included.
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3. With the step assembly still in the extended position, install two fasteners (Fig. 6A), either #10 - 1 ½"
wood screws (wood floor) or #10 - 1 ½" self-tapping screws (laminate floor), into the mounting plate
via the two access holes (Fig. 6B) located in the top of the mounting plate.
2. Verify with a tape measure that the Solidstep Levitate assembly is centered in the doorframe (Fig. 5).
Door Frame
Inner Flange
Door Frame
Inner Flange
Measure
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
A A
B B
4. Carefully lift the step assembly into the upright, stored position (Fig. 7). The transport lock latching
mechanism (Fig. 7A) should already be set for the door opening but if the latching mechanism
doesn't engage, it will need to be adjusted to operate properly. Have one person hold the step
assembly from inside the unit while adjustments are made. If needed see section, Final Adjustment
of the Transport Lock Latching Mechanism.
Fig. 7
A
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Lift Assist Installation for SolidStep Levitate Triple and Quad Step Assemblies
1. With a non-permanent method of marking, use a jig or template of the lift assist profile (Fig. 9A).
Mark where the floor should be cut for the lift assist to be placed down into the floor. The lift assist
profile has an alignment area that should be flush with the side (Fig. 9B) and back of the hinge plate
barrels (Fig. 9C). The dimension of the floor cut should be 25" X 5.75" (Fig. 9D, white box line).
2. After the cut has been made (Fig. 9E), underneath the floor, frame out the sides of the area around the
lift assist opening in the floor (Fig. 9F) so that the screws for the inside side walls of the lift assist will
have a backer to go into.
5. In the upright stored position, secure the hinge plate (Fig. 8A) to the floor of the trailer using fifteen
additional fasteners (Fig. 8B white box areas) in the pre-drilled holes of the hinge plate. Depending
on flooring material, use either #10 - 1 1/2" wood screws (wood floor) or #10 - 1 1/2" self-tapping
screws (laminate floor).
6. Extend the step assembly and insert the plastic caps into the alignment cover holes on the mounting
plate (Fig. 8C).
Fig. 8
A
B
B
C C
Fig. 9
A
E
B
C
B
C25"5.75"
F
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3. Place the lift assist (Fig. 10A) inside the previously cut floor hole. Make sure the lift assist is aligned
and flush with the side (Fig. 10B) and back of the hinge plate barrels (Fig. 10C) on both sides
of the lift assist.
Fig. 10
4. Secure the lift assist to the floor using figure 11 as a guide as to which side the fasteners (Fig. 11A)
should be installed in the precut fastener slots (Fig. 11B).
Fig. 11
A
B
C
C
5. With a firm hold of the steps, carefully extend the steps to the ground. There are five pre-drilled holes
along the side farthest away from the threshold plate (Fig. 12C) and one on each side. Install the
five fasteners (Fig. 12B white box areas) along the inside of the lift assist that will go into the backer
material (Fig. 9F) and one on each side (Fig. 12A).
Fig. 12
When moving the steps from the stored to extend and extend to stored positions, make sure you
have a rm hold of the steps. Failure to keep control of the steps may cause damage
to the doorframe or step assembly.
A
B B B
C
A
B
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Do NOT attempt to adjust the tension when the SolidStep Levitate is in the extended position.
Should the cable have a fault, the tension stored in the springs at the extended position could cause
bodily harm or damage to the doorframe or step assembly.
9. The lift assist uses two cylinder assist assemblies (Fig. A and B). Should the lift assist require adjustments,
follow the procedure as outlined below.
NOTE: Perform adjustments from inside of the unit with the steps in the stored position.
NOTE: The lift assist mechanism is set from the factory and typically does not require any adjustment.
To increase resistance:
A. Loosen the jam nut (Fig. 15C).
B. Tighten the nylock nut (Fig. 15E) no more that 2 full turns to increase resistance.
C. Tighten the jam nut (Fig. 15C).
6. Carefully lift the SolidStep Levitate steps into the stowed position. Locate the detent pin from the
shipping packaging. Insert the lift assist cable (Fig. 13B) onto the detent clevis pin (Fig. 13A). Replace
the detent clevis pin with the lift assist cable (Fig. 14A), back into the threshold plate (Fig. 14B).
7. Repeat step 6 for the opposite side of the lift assist
8. With a firm grip on the step, pull down to deploy the SolidStep. A slight resistance from the lift assist
should be felt as you are pulling down on the step. This is normal. If this resistance is not felt when
immediately deploying the step, proceed to step 9 for lift assist adjustment. If adjustment is correct,
then skip step 10.
Fig. 15
C
A
D
B
E
Fig. 13
B
A
Fig. 14
A
B
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D. Repeat steps 9A-C for the other cylinder.
E. Deploy and lift the steps again to test. If there is too much resistance when lowering the step, the
nylock nut can be backed off slightly to decrease the resistance.
10. Slide the lift assist cover (Fig. 16A) around the cable guides (Fig. 16B) flush with the base profile
of the lift assist.
11. Install nine, #10 flat head screws (Fig. 17A) into the remaining pre-drilled holes on the cover through
the lift assist base and into the floor to secure.
Fig. 16
A
B B
Fig. 17
A
B
12. Remove the temporary pin or tool (Fig. 3A) that was installed prior to installation and secure the leg
extension in place with the spring loaded plunger (Fig. 3B).
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