aidapt VY476P Stainless Steel Grab Bars Owner’s Manual

VY476P Stainless Steel Grab Bars

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Specifications:

• Material: Stainless Steel

• Styles Available: Straight

• Length Options: 300mm, 450mm, 600mm,
  900mm

• Finish Options: Brushed, Polished

• Maximum Load:

  • Straight Grab Bar: 180kg (28 Stone)
  • T-Bar and Curved Grab Bars: 160kg (25 Stone)

Product Usage Instructions:

Before Use:

Inspect the product for any visible damage before use. Contact
your supplier if any damage or faults are suspected.

Fixing Grab Bars:

1. Check the substrate where you intend to fix the grab bar to
ensure it is sound and compatible (brick/block, timber, or
concrete).

2. Do not drill through pre-stressed concrete for
installation.

3. Choose fixings compatible with the substrate. For brick and
block, use a minimum screw length of 50mm x size 10 with suitable
rawl plug and screws.

4. Use stainless steel screws to prevent rusting.

Plasterboard (Stud Type) Lathe and Plaster:

1. Identify the position of studs in plasterboard or lathe and
plaster.

2. Span the studs with a timber plate (40mm x 150mm) secured to
the studs.

3. Check stud soundness and then fix the grab bar to the timber
plate using suitable counter sunk screws.

FAQ:

Q: What is the maximum weight capacity of the grab bars?

A: The straight grab bar can support up to 180kg (28 Stone)
while the T-Bar and Curved grab bars have a maximum weight limit of
160kg (25 Stone).

Q: Are fixings included with the grab bars?

A: No, fixings are not included. Please ensure that the fixings
used are capable of supporting the specified weight limits.

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Stainless Steel Grab Bars
Fixing and Maintenance Instructions
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for deciding to purchase from the Aidapt Stainless Steel Grab Bar range. This range is
manufactured from the finest materials and components available When installed and used correctly they are designed to give many years of reliable trouble- free service. Please examine your product for any visible damage before using. If you see any damage or suspect a fault, please contact your supplier.

NB. This equipment must be installed by a competent person and if required a risk assessment is undertaken.

CODE

STYLE

LENGTH

FINISH

VY470B ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….300mm ……………………………. Brushed
VY470P ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….300mm ……………………………. Polished VY471B ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….450mm ……………………………. Brushed
VY471P ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….450mm ……………………………. Polished VY472B ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….600mm ……………………………. Brushed
VY472P ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….600mm ……………………………. Polished VY473B ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….900mm ……………………………. Brushed
VY473P ……………………….. Straight ……………………………….900mm ……………………………. Polished

VY474B …………………………. T-Bar …………………………………355mm ……………………………. Brushed VY474P …………………………. T-Bar …………………………………355mm ……………………………. Polished VY475B …………………………. T-Bar …………………………………480mm ……………………………. Brushed VY475P …………………………. T-Bar …………………………………480mm ……………………………. Polished VY476B …………………………. T-Bar …………………………………620mm ……………………………. Brushed VY476P …………………………. T-Bar …………………………………620mm ……………………………. Polished

VY477B …………………………Curved………………………………..355mm ……………………………. Brushed VY477P …………………………Curved………………………………..355mm ……………………………. Polished VY478B …………………………Curved………………………………..480mm ……………………………. Brushed VY478P …………………………Curved………………………………..480mm ……………………………. Polished VY479B …………………………Curved………………………………..620mm ……………………………. Brushed VY479P …………………………Curved………………………………..620mm ……………………………. Polished
Maximum load on the straight grab bar is 180kg (28 Stone)

Maximum load on the T-Bar and Curbed grab bars 160kg (25 Stone)

This is based on secure fixings for such a weight limit. Fixings are NOT included.

Please ensure that the fixings and their fitment are capable of taking the weights quoted.

BEFORE USE
· Carefully remove all packaging. Avoid using any knives or other sharp instruments as this may damage the surface of the product.
· Check the product for any visible damage. If you see any damage or suspect a fault, do not use your product as it may compromise your safety, but contact your supplier for support.

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FIXING GRAB BARS Firstly check the substrate where you intend to fix your grab rail, ensuring that it is sound. Also check the type of substrate you intend to fix to, e.g. brick/block timber or concrete
Never drill through pre-stressed concrete to install a grab bar
Always check the type of fixing you are going to use on this substrate for their compatibility.
We suggest that for sound brick and block that a minimum screw length of 50mm x size 10 is used with a suitable rawl plug and screws, in accordance with the guidelines issued by the fixings manufacturer.
It is recommended that stainless steel screws are used so as to avoid the chance of rusting.
PLASTER BOARD (STUD TYPE) LATHE AND PLASTER When attempting to fix to plasterboard stud or lathe and plaster, we suggest that you check the position of the studs and span them with a suitable timber plate of a minimum thickness of 40mm x 150mm high, securing the plate to the studs. After ensuring the soundness of the studs (using a suitable counter sunk screw) fix your grab bar to the timber plate.
Never install any grab bar directly onto plasterboard, MDF (medium density fibreboard), chipboard or other composite material. This will seriously compromise the safety of the user.
Always use all screw holes provided in the grab bar.
ELECTRICITY Always check for concealed cables when installing grab bars.
CLEANING Our grab bars should be cleaned using a non-abrasive cleaner or mild detergent with a soft cloth. Only use a mild detergent or disinfectant; never use an abrasive cleaner. Always ensure that you wipe dry all equipment and treat joints with a water dispersing agent such as WD40.
REISSUE If you reissue or are about to reissue this product, please thoroughly check all components for their safety.
If in any doubt, please do not reissue or use, but immediately contact your supplier for service support.
CARE & MAINTENANCE Please make a safety check of the product at regular intervals or if you have any concerns.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION The information given in this instruction booklet must not be taken as forming part of or establishing any contractual or other commitment by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited, Aidapt (Wales) Ltd or its agents or its subsidiaries and no warranty or representation concerning the information is given. Please exercise common sense and do not take any unnecessary risks when using this product; as the user you must accept liability for safety when using the product. Please do not hesitate to contact the person who issued this product to you or the manufacturer (detailed below) if you have any queries concerning the assembly/use of your product.
Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd, Lancots Lane, Sutton Oak, St Helens, WA9 3EX Telephone: +44 (0) 1744 745 020 · Fax: +44 (0) 1744 745 001 · Web: www.aidapt.co.uk
Email: accounts@aidapt.co.uk · adaptations@aidapt.co.uk · sales@aidapt.co.uk

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