Lippert Electric Tread Lite Step for RVs - Double - 8" Drop/Rise - 23-7/8" Wide - Aluminum

Lippert RV and Camper Steps - LC353543

These 8-1/2" deep motorized steps automatically extend and retract when you open and close your RV door. A built-in LED light shines when the steps extend to help you see in the dark. Non-skid stepping surface. Rustproof aluminum construction.

Features:

• Motorized RV steps make it effortless to get into and out of your motor home
• Automatic operation - steps extend when door is opened and retract when door is closed
  • Sense when door is open or closed with a 2-piece switch that installs on the door and the door frame
• Obstruction detection helps to prevent damage to the steps and to your RV
  • Steps retract if an object is detected in front of them
• Safe for stepping in the dark
  • Built-in LED safety light automatically turns on when the steps extend
• Non-skid textured surface provides secure footing
• Rustproof aluminum construction with black powder coat finish
• Wiring harness and door switch are included
  • Harness connects to your RV's power switch
  • Steps draw power directly from RV battery, bypassing the electrical system
• Easy bolt-on installation
  • Mounts to RV frame with hardware kit (LC118155-72 - sold separately)
  • May require outriggers (LC301704 - sold separately) for installation
• Made in the USA

Specs:

• Entry height: 14-1/2"
• Step dimensions: 23-7/8" wide x 8-1/2" deep
• Mounting bracket dimensions: 25-5/8" wide x 7-3/4" tall x 18" deep
• Drop/Rise: 8"
• Weight capacity: 300 lbs
• 1-Year limited warranty

Automatic Operation

These motorized RV steps provide an effortless, convenient way to enter and exit your RV. The steps wire to your RV's door and feature an automatic extension, unfolding when the door opens and retracting when it closes. This differentiates the steps from the alternate manual pull-out steps.

The included switch kit consists of 2 sensor pieces, which mount on the door and doorframe. When the sensor pieces come into contact with each other, the steps are pushed in or pulled out.

Safety Features

The Tread Lite steps include several safety features in an effort to prevent injury to you or your passengers and damage to the RV steps. If an obstruction is detected while extending, the steps will halt and retract back into the stowed position. The steps will also retract when you turn on the vehicle's ignition, even if the automatic retraction override has been activated, in case you forget to stow them before driving away.

Will Tread Lite Electric Steps Work for You?

Electric steps are typically installed on RVs and some travel trailers. The Tread Lite electric steps install and fold up underneath the camper for simple storage. To ensure you choose the correct size for your application, there are a few measurements you will need to take.

The Tread Lite electric steps attach to the underside of the camper chassis, directly beneath the doorway. To decide which size you'll need, locate the space available underneath your camper that lines up with the door frame, and measure the width and depth. You will need a mounting space that is at least 25-5/8" wide and 18" deep.

If it turns out you have more space beneath your doorway, there are larger step assemblies available with 32" wide brackets. A full list of the available steps is below.

Outriggers - metal brackets that act as an extension (LC301704 - sold separately) - may be needed for installation depending on the model of your original stairs. These provide extra length if the old steps are longer or wider than the new.

Once you know where the mounting bracket will go and what size mounting bracket you need, that spot will be used as the "mounting point" to determine how many steps you will need.

How Many Steps Do You Need?

To determine how many steps you'll need, measure from the mounting point to the ground. This is called the entry height. The entry height should roughly match the height of the steps when they're fully extended, plus 5" to 8" to account for the drop from the bottom step to the ground. This measurement will also tell you how many steps you need.

The chart below displays entry height measurements in the first column. If you determined you need a 25-5/8" mounting bracket, the step part numbers with that width are in the second column. If you determined you need a 32" mounting bracket width, the step part numbers with that width are in the third column. Choose the bracket size that is closest to your measurements without going over.

This page's step assembly is in bold text.

How Do You Install the Steps?

To install the steps:

1. Hook up the steps to power to verify that all components are in working order
2. Make sure the camper is level on flat ground
3. Lift the steps into the mounting space and prop into place
4. If needed, mark the mounting holes on the camper and drill

   -Set aside steps before drilling

5. If needed, install the outriggers
6. Align step mounting holes and secure in place with carriage bots and flange lock nuts

   -Make sure bracket is backed up fully against the I-beam on the chassis

   -Hardware not included

7. Tighten hardware until snug
8. Make sure assembly is sitting square and level
9. Torque the hardware tight
10. Connect the appropriate writing to your vehicle's source

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