Chapter 4: Hitch Ladder
Installing the Ladder to the Ladder Standoff Brackets
Standoff brackets are used to support the ladder along it’s vertical length and secure the ladder to the
equipment.
1. Install the carriage bolt (C) through the standoff wedge (B).
2. Hook the standoff wedge assembly (B) under the ladder edge (E).
3. Place the standoff bracket (A) onto the carriage bolt (C) and fasten in place with flange nut (D).
Leave the flange nut (D) loose to allow the ladder to slide into position before fully tightening.
4. Install all standoff brackets (A) and adjust the ladder vertically into position.
5. Fully tighten the carriage bolts (C) and flange nuts (D).
Figure 4-3 Detail of the standoff bracket
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Part
Number
Description
A LDR-4314 Ladder standoff bracket
B LDR-4198 Ladder standoff wedge
C S-3550 5/16 in. x 1 in. carriage bolt
D S-3611 5/16 in. flange nut
Installing the End Cap to the Ladder
The end cap helps to protects your hands from the sharp edges on the ends of the ladder.
1. Install the end caps (A) to both the right and left side of the ladder by snapping the end caps (A) into
the top of the ladder.
2. Secure the end cap (A) in place using a flange bolt (B) and flange nut (C).
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