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whatinZamzoo
Explorer
Apr 10, 2022

What load capacity should a ladder have for A/Cs?

The model is a dometic 13500 BTU brisk 2, weighs about 70~80 lbs & I was wondering what is the minimum type of ladder I need. A average sized women would be on it & I would be pulling from the top. Ca...
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MFL
Nomad II
Apr 10, 2022
IMO, the extension ladder would be better choice. I don't see a weight problem, as the AC wt will just be sliding up, being lifted mostly by you, not direct wt to ladder.

I'd put a protecting mat/rug on roof edge, if ladder is resting against rubber roof.

Jerry

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