In its closed position (with edging) the box measures 605mm wide, 375mm high and 288mm in depth. When open, the frontage of the box drops by 375mm and extends outwardly by a further 270mm away from the wall to create a tread (step) in line with Part M of the Building Regulations Act 2004.
Can I alter the size of the box?
No. Extending or truncating the overall size of the box, or its fittings, will invalidate the terms and conditions set out within your purchase order.
I have a radiator in the position where I’d like to fix the box, can it be moved?
Undoubtedly, yes. You can remove and relocate a radiator in a property, but please consult a plumber for further advise. Alternatively, you may consider replacing a larger radiator with a smaller rad-unit from which to accommodate the escapologist.
Can the escapologist be offset from the window ledge?
Whilst the expandable ladder inside the box is fitted to a sling, the box should only be slightly offset from the window space area (if preferred). At all times purchasers are advised to consider the position of the box. It is essential that the escapologist is installed to assist you in the means of escape.
What is the maximum weight that the escapologist can hold at any one time?
The escapologist and its components have been independently tested to hold 114.3 kilograms in weight (approximately 18-stone) at any one time.
Can I purchase the escapologist outside of the British Isles?
Yes, although delivery will be charged accordingly to the Country, State or Province it is going to? Purchasers are advised to email the sales team first to obtain a quote for delivery. Details can be found by clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ page of the website.
Does the box have to be fixed to the wall?
The escapologist was purposely designed to fix to an outside wall of a property, so to create a safe and practical tread (step) to assist your chances of escaping from a fire.
Can it be used from a second floor window?
Yes. The escapologist comes available with the 33-ft. ladder version for installing on a second floor and / or loft conversion of a property.
Does the escapologist come with its own wall mounting kit?
Yes. The escapologist comes complete with 4 x Eye-Type Shield Anchors fittings for securing the box to brick, breezeblock, concrete, along with many other forms of traditional stone. All holes are pre-drilled in the back panel of the box. Purchasers are advised to contact a qualified builder or professional craftsman for installing.
Can the box be re-painted to suit a different colour scheme?
Although the box is primed (white) with a fire retardant coating, it is possible to re-spray or paint to suit your own aesthetical requirements.
Will I need to replace the box in the event of a fire?
Whilst the escapologist may, on appearance, look to be ok, fire poses huge risk to human life and its trial (damage) may not always be quantifiable. With this in mind, we would always advise replacing old for new and disposing of the previous box through the appropriate means.
Can I purchase the accessories without the box?
Yes, accessories are available to purchase individually, or with the box, both online and through the sales order line. What we would say, however, is that a lot of research has gone into the manufacturing of the escapologist and, therefore, any accessory should ideally be used to accompany it.
How often does the escapologist need maintaining?
We advise buyers’ to check the installation of their escapologist periodically, but in truth the only thing that’s likely to need maintaining over the years is the paintwork on the outside of the box.
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