The Anti-Entrapment Barrier is included in this ladder for the U.S. and Canada only, as required by ANSI/APSP requirements. The Anti-Entrapment Barrier is NOT intended as a substitute for competent adult supervision.If you would like to purchase the barrier, please visit our website at: www.conferladders.com

MADE IN THE U.S.A. by:

MODEL #6000ADJUSTABLE HEAVY DUTY INPOOL LADDER

42" TO 56"ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSDEALER/INSTALLER: GIVE TO HOMEOWNER

IMPORTANTFOR YOUR SAFETY

* Check the contents of the carton with the Parts listfor this ladder.

* If any parts are missing call Toll Free U.S. - 866-396-2968 or visit our web site atwww.conferladders.com

* DO NOT attempt to assemble or install the ladder if there are ANY shortages of parts or hardware.

* For proper assembly and installation follow allinstructions in the sequence shown.

* Before using the product, after assembly and installation, go over the instructions and proceduresagain to make sure nothing has been overlooked.

* Be sure and safe. The manufacturer IS NOTresponsible for improper assembly, installation and use.

SAFETY RULES* One person on the ladder at a time

* Ladder MUST be installed per manufacturer’s instructions

* DANGER: No Jumping or Diving from ladder

* Face ladder when entering and leaving pool

* To prevent entrapment or drowning — DO NOTswim through, behind or around ladder

* Ladder to be used as a swimming pool ladder only.

* Weight limit - 350 lbs maximum

* Warning: Exceeding the maximum weight restriction may cause the ladder to fail.

* Consult your local Building Department beforeinstallation of your pool and equipment.

* DANGER: Use a cordless drill for assembly and installation. NEVER use an electric drill in or around the pool.

SKIM-IT (SKIMS OFF DEBRIS) - Cut cleaning time 75%with skimmer extension that guides debris directly into yourskimmer. Fits most in-ground and above-ground pool skim-mers. Corrosion-resistant plastic Skim-It installs in secondswithout tools.

# 6000 Extension Kit (Part # 6000-EXT) - Raises ladder toreach deck heights from 57” to approximately 68”. Kitincludes two extension boots, one additional ladder tread,hardware and instructions.

ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES MAY BE PURCHASED

Order online at www.conferladders.com

97 Witmer RoadNorth Tonawanda, New York 14120-2421Toll Free U.S. 1-800-635-3213716-694-3100www.conferladders.com

Printed in U.S.A. CP-6000 8/13

MADE IN THE U.S.A. by:

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CONFER PLASTICS, INC.LIMITED, PRO-RATED WARRANTY

Confer Plastics, Inc. warrants their swimming pool ladders to be free from defects in workmanship for one year fromdate of purchase. After the first year the cost to replace a part is as follows:

MODEL #6000B2nd Year - 20%3rd Year - 40% 4th Year - 60%5th Year - 80%

Plus shipping/handling

Enclose proof-of-purchase (receipts, etc.) showing date purchased, your name, address, and daytime phone number. Youwill be notified of cost to replace part.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

DO NOT RETURN DEFECTIVE PART TO DEALER

The defective part should be returned, postpaid, to:Confer Plastics, Inc.

97 Witmer RoadNorth Tonawanda, N.Y. 14120-2421

of current partslist price

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Step 1.Snap stringersinto bottom tread.If necessary liftthe two stringersoff the ground,with the bottomtread attached,and drop themfirmly so that thestringers “snap”into the treadpockets. The bottom treadshould pivotfreely.

Make sure thesingle row oftread lugs arefacing forward.

Tread Lugs

Step 2.Two sets of Lug locations are provided.Attach 4 upper treadsto the stringers in theposition determined bythe pool height.

Tread Lugs

Step 3.

Step 4.Using a pair of pliers twist offthe wedges that are attachedfrom the end of the platformand SAVE for use in step 5.

Wedges

Protrusion

DetachWedges

Use upper lugs for 50" to 54" pools.

Use lowerlugs for 42" to 48" pools.

Secure theupper treads by driving #10 x 1-1/4"screws throughthe recessed,pre-drilled holesin the ends ofeach tread asshown. Repeatfor all 4 uppertreads.

Step 5.Assemble the platform tothe handrails by layingone of the handrails on aclean hard surface. Pushthe protrusion of the plat-form into the openings ofthe handrail making surethat the legs of bothhandrails are facing in thesame direction. Tap the 4 wedges (from step 4)into the sides of thehandrails to secure theplatform to the rails.

Step 6.If needed, coat tubeswith liquid soap orlubricant and slip theadjustable tubesthrough the mountingblocks all the waydown over theprotruding nubs.

Mounting Block

Adjustable tube Slide mountingblocks over nubs

Step 7. Step 8.

Stringers

Step 9.

Step 10.

Snap Small and Large Barrier Sections into slotson Lower Base as shown.

Step 11.

Separate sections atthe top slightly andposition Upper Braceover Small BarrierSection. Next, spread the “fingers” on the UpperBrace into position onthe Large BarrierSection as shown.

Step 12. Step 13.

Attach the handrails to the ladder assembly, making certain that thetreads face correctly.

MatchPlatformprotrusions to Handrailopenings

After platform is inposition, tap in thesupplied wedges atthe bottom of eachopening to ensure asecure fit

Push theadjustable tubeswith mountingblocks intohandrails.

Fill both stringers with water toallow the ladder to be submergedin the pool.

Pushdown

2 3

Hardware Pack26- #10 x 1-1/4" screws2 - Mounting Blocks2 - Adjustable Tubes

Tools Needed for Assembly* - Cordless Drill Motor* - 1/8" Drill Bit* - Phillips Screwdriver

or screwdriver bits* - Pliers* - Garden Hose* - Liquid soap or lubricant

Barrier Parts List (if included)(Included in Hardware Pack)4 - #10 x 1-1/4” screws1 - Strip of 4 Foam Pads

1 - Large Barrier Section1 - Small Barrier Section1 - Upper Brace1 - Lower Base

Model #6000 Adjustable Heavy-Duty Inpool LadderASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ BEFORE ATTEMPTING ASSEMBLY

Parts List2 - Handrails2 - Stringers (Legs)4 - Upper treads1 - Bottom tread1 - Platform with Wedges

(See Step 4)

If missing parts call - Toll free U.S. - 866-396-2968 or www.conferladders.com

NOTE: To winterize your ladder, remove it from the pool and drain water from stringers and treads.

Step 14. Step 15.

C. Drill a 1/8" pilot holethrough the handrail ends atthe pre-marked locations into the stringers and repeat this step for the adjustabletubes and mounting blocks.

Place the ladder inthe desired positionon the deck andslide the ladderassembly down untilthe bottom treadmeets the pool liner.Slide the adjustabletubes with themounting blocks asneeded to positionthe ladder correctlyon the deck.

Make sure thebottom tread isflush with thepool liner.

LadderAssembly.

Slideadjustabletubes topositionagainst deck.

B. Using a cordless drillattach themountingblocks witheight (8) #10 x 1-1/4"screws.

A. Secure the handrail usingfour (4) #10 x 1-1/4" screwsat the pre-marked locations (two per handrail).

D. Secure the handrail to thetubes using four (4) #10 x 1-1/4"screws at the pre-marked locations (two per handrail).

Submerge in water and tilt to a15° angle to allowwater to fill thetreads.

Note: Laddertreads must fillwith water to prevent floating

If Ladder did not include Barrier, skip steps 10 through 12. Continue to step 13.

FingersLargeBarrier

Screws

FoamPads

SmallBarrierWEDGE

HANDRAIL

PLATFORM

ADJUSTABLETUBE

UPPERTREAD

MOUNTINGBLOCK

STRINGER/LEG

BARRIERSECTION

BOTTOMTREAD

Place the Base andBrace into position,centered, on the bottomand fourth treads of theladder. Install the four(4) #10 x 1-1/4” screws(included in hardwarepack), on a slight angle,first in the Upper Brace,and then in the LowerBase as shown. Installthe self-adhering foamstrips to the LargeBarrier Section as shown.

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Step 1.Snap stringersinto bottom tread.If necessary liftthe two stringersoff the ground,with the bottomtread attached,and drop themfirmly so that thestringers “snap”into the treadpockets. The bottom treadshould pivotfreely.

Make sure thesingle row oftread lugs arefacing forward.

Tread Lugs

Step 2.Two sets of Lug locations are provided.Attach 4 upper treadsto the stringers in theposition determined bythe pool height.

Tread Lugs

Step 3.

Step 4.Using a pair of pliers twist offthe wedges that are attachedfrom the end of the platformand SAVE for use in step 5.

Wedges

Protrusion

DetachWedges

Use upper lugs for 50" to 54" pools.

Use lowerlugs for 42" to 48" pools.

Secure theupper treads by driving #10 x 1-1/4"screws throughthe recessed,pre-drilled holesin the ends ofeach tread asshown. Repeatfor all 4 uppertreads.

Step 5.Assemble the platform tothe handrails by layingone of the handrails on aclean hard surface. Pushthe protrusion of the plat-form into the openings ofthe handrail making surethat the legs of bothhandrails are facing in thesame direction. Tap the 4 wedges (from step 4)into the sides of thehandrails to secure theplatform to the rails.

Step 6.If needed, coat tubeswith liquid soap orlubricant and slip theadjustable tubesthrough the mountingblocks all the waydown over theprotruding nubs.

Mounting Block

Adjustable tube Slide mountingblocks over nubs

Step 7. Step 8.

Stringers

Step 9.

Step 10.

Snap Small and Large Barrier Sections into slotson Lower Base as shown.

Step 11.

Separate sections atthe top slightly andposition Upper Braceover Small BarrierSection. Next, spread the “fingers” on the UpperBrace into position onthe Large BarrierSection as shown.

Step 12. Step 13.

Attach the handrails to the ladder assembly, making certain that thetreads face correctly.

MatchPlatformprotrusions to Handrailopenings

After platform is inposition, tap in thesupplied wedges atthe bottom of eachopening to ensure asecure fit

Push theadjustable tubeswith mountingblocks intohandrails.

Fill both stringers with water toallow the ladder to be submergedin the pool.

Pushdown

2 3

Hardware Pack26- #10 x 1-1/4" screws2 - Mounting Blocks2 - Adjustable Tubes

Tools Needed for Assembly* - Cordless Drill Motor* - 1/8" Drill Bit* - Phillips Screwdriver

or screwdriver bits* - Pliers* - Garden Hose* - Liquid soap or lubricant

Barrier Parts List (if included)(Included in Hardware Pack)4 - #10 x 1-1/4” screws1 - Strip of 4 Foam Pads

1 - Large Barrier Section1 - Small Barrier Section1 - Upper Brace1 - Lower Base

Model #6000 Adjustable Heavy-Duty Inpool LadderASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ BEFORE ATTEMPTING ASSEMBLY

Parts List2 - Handrails2 - Stringers (Legs)4 - Upper treads1 - Bottom tread1 - Platform with Wedges

(See Step 4)

If missing parts call - Toll free U.S. - 866-396-2968 or www.conferladders.com

NOTE: To winterize your ladder, remove it from the pool and drain water from stringers and treads.

Step 14. Step 15.

C. Drill a 1/8" pilot holethrough the handrail ends atthe pre-marked locations into the stringers and repeat this step for the adjustabletubes and mounting blocks.

Place the ladder inthe desired positionon the deck andslide the ladderassembly down untilthe bottom treadmeets the pool liner.Slide the adjustabletubes with themounting blocks asneeded to positionthe ladder correctlyon the deck.

Make sure thebottom tread isflush with thepool liner.

LadderAssembly.

Slideadjustabletubes topositionagainst deck.

B. Using a cordless drillattach themountingblocks witheight (8) #10 x 1-1/4"screws.

A. Secure the handrail usingfour (4) #10 x 1-1/4" screwsat the pre-marked locations (two per handrail).

D. Secure the handrail to thetubes using four (4) #10 x 1-1/4"screws at the pre-marked locations (two per handrail).

Submerge in water and tilt to a15° angle to allowwater to fill thetreads.

Note: Laddertreads must fillwith water to prevent floating

If Ladder did not include Barrier, skip steps 10 through 12. Continue to step 13.

FingersLargeBarrier

Screws

FoamPads

SmallBarrierWEDGE

HANDRAIL

PLATFORM

ADJUSTABLETUBE

UPPERTREAD

MOUNTINGBLOCK

STRINGER/LEG

BARRIERSECTION

BOTTOMTREAD

Place the Base andBrace into position,centered, on the bottomand fourth treads of theladder. Install the four(4) #10 x 1-1/4” screws(included in hardwarepack), on a slight angle,first in the Upper Brace,and then in the LowerBase as shown. Installthe self-adhering foamstrips to the LargeBarrier Section as shown.

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The Anti-Entrapment Barrier is included in this ladder for the U.S. and Canada only, as required by ANSI/APSP requirements. The Anti-Entrapment Barrier is NOT intended as a substitute for competent adult supervision.If you would like to purchase the barrier, please visit our website at: www.conferladders.com

MADE IN THE U.S.A. by:

MODEL #6000ADJUSTABLE HEAVY DUTY INPOOL LADDER

42" TO 56"ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSDEALER/INSTALLER: GIVE TO HOMEOWNER

IMPORTANTFOR YOUR SAFETY

* Check the contents of the carton with the Parts listfor this ladder.

* If any parts are missing call Toll Free U.S. - 866-396-2968 or visit our web site atwww.conferladders.com

* DO NOT attempt to assemble or install the ladder if there are ANY shortages of parts or hardware.

* For proper assembly and installation follow allinstructions in the sequence shown.

* Before using the product, after assembly and installation, go over the instructions and proceduresagain to make sure nothing has been overlooked.

* Be sure and safe. The manufacturer IS NOTresponsible for improper assembly, installation and use.

SAFETY RULES* One person on the ladder at a time

* Ladder MUST be installed per manufacturer’s instructions

* DANGER: No Jumping or Diving from ladder

* Face ladder when entering and leaving pool

* To prevent entrapment or drowning — DO NOTswim through, behind or around ladder

* Ladder to be used as a swimming pool ladder only.

* Weight limit - 350 lbs maximum

* Warning: Exceeding the maximum weight restriction may cause the ladder to fail.

* Consult your local Building Department beforeinstallation of your pool and equipment.

* DANGER: Use a cordless drill for assembly and installation. NEVER use an electric drill in or around the pool.

SKIM-IT (SKIMS OFF DEBRIS) - Cut cleaning time 75%with skimmer extension that guides debris directly into yourskimmer. Fits most in-ground and above-ground pool skim-mers. Corrosion-resistant plastic Skim-It installs in secondswithout tools.

# 6000 Extension Kit (Part # 6000-EXT) - Raises ladder toreach deck heights from 57” to approximately 68”. Kitincludes two extension boots, one additional ladder tread,hardware and instructions.

ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES MAY BE PURCHASED

Order online at www.conferladders.com

97 Witmer RoadNorth Tonawanda, New York 14120-2421Toll Free U.S. 1-800-635-3213716-694-3100www.conferladders.com

Printed in U.S.A. CP-6000 8/13

MADE IN THE U.S.A. by:

4

CONFER PLASTICS, INC.LIMITED, PRO-RATED WARRANTY

Confer Plastics, Inc. warrants their swimming pool ladders to be free from defects in workmanship for one year fromdate of purchase. After the first year the cost to replace a part is as follows:

MODEL #6000B2nd Year - 20%3rd Year - 40% 4th Year - 60%5th Year - 80%

Plus shipping/handling

Enclose proof-of-purchase (receipts, etc.) showing date purchased, your name, address, and daytime phone number. Youwill be notified of cost to replace part.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

DO NOT RETURN DEFECTIVE PART TO DEALER

The defective part should be returned, postpaid, to:Confer Plastics, Inc.

97 Witmer RoadNorth Tonawanda, N.Y. 14120-2421

of current partslist price

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