Garelick I-O Swim Platform with Fold Down Ladder
Garelick I-O Swim Platform with Fold Down Ladder, Garelick I-O Swim Platform with Fold Down LadderWhite polyethylene platform for use on inboard/outboard transom. Two, 1" diameter stainless steel wrap around rails. Durable platform is easy to clean. Mounts at 10 angle on transom. Includes stainless steel hardware. Dimensions: 18" wide x 15.5" deep x 1.5" thick. Rail height is 12.5" above platform. Comes with one step fold down ladder, 13"L x 14.5"WAssembly InstructionsHOW TO MOUNT GARELICK OUT BOARD I-O SWIM PLATFORM WITH FOLD DOWN LADDERAssembly Instructions: Mount hand rails to platform by inserting 4 bolts through holes in platform. Secure with 4 locknuts.; Mount SS strut 22" by inserting bolt through hole and secure with locknut.; Mount SS strut 11" by inserting two bolts through holes and secure with 1 locknut.; Choose most suitable side of transom for mounting platform. Turn motor unit as far as possible to that side. Make a line on the transom indicating motor unit's full extension to that side.; Position platform away from drawn line at desired mounting location, parallel to the water line, and mark 4 mounting holes through flattened ends of rails and/or struts onto the transom.; Drill four marked holes with a bit compatible with selected fasteners (fasteners not provided). Hold drill perpendicular to transom when drilling.; If transom is less than 2" thick, it is recommended that a backing plate be mounted on the inside of transom. NOTE: The backing plate should be made of either aluminum, marine plywood or some other suitable non-compressive material.; ; Coat the mounting surfaces of the rails and/or struts with a marine grade adhesive/caulking compound; squeeze a small amount into mounting holes in transom. Insert selected bolts through holes and secure in position with suitable fasteners.; Maintenance: Periodically check mounting hardware and re-tighten (due to normal boat operation).; Regular fresh water rinsing and periodic cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner will help retain luster and help prevent corrosion.; Information sourced from Garelick Assembly Instructions for Platforms Technical Data Installation Instructions