Garelick 19546 I/O Swim Platform with Telescoping Ladder, White Polyethylene, Stainless Steel Rails

The Garelick 19546 I/O Swim Platform with Telescoping Ladder gives boaters a durable, transom-mounted boarding platform built for inboard/outboard boats. The platform itself is molded from high-density white polyethylene, chosen for its resistance to wear and its easy-clean surface, and it measures 18 inches wide x 15-1/2 inches deep x 3/4 inch thick. Two 1 inch diameter stainless steel wrap-around rails frame the platform, standing 12-1/2 inches above and below it for a secure handhold entering and exiting the water. The platform mounts at a 10 degree angle on the transom, positioned to clear the outdrive's full turning range.

Boarding is handled by an electropolished stainless steel 2-step telescoping ladder with poly comfort steps. The ladder extends to a deployed length of 22-3/4 inches and telescopes back up to a compact 17 inch stowed length, sliding vertically up under the platform when not in use. The complete assembly stands 5 inches overall in height and 13.5 inches wide. Stainless steel mounting hardware is included for attaching the rails and struts to the platform; transom fasteners are not included, and Garelick recommends a backing plate of aluminum, marine plywood, or similar non-compressive material if the transom is less than 2 inches thick. Regular fresh water rinsing and periodic cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner help the platform and hardware retain their finish and resist corrosion.

Specifications

• Brand: Garelick
• Manufacturer Part Number: 19546
• Category: Boat Swim Platform
• Platform Material: High-density white polyethylene
• Platform Dimensions: 18 inches wide x 15-1/2 inches deep x 3/4 inch thick
• Rail Diameter: 1 inch stainless steel
• Rail Height: 12-1/2 inches above and below platform
• Mounting Angle: 10 degrees on transom
• Ladder Type: Electropolished stainless steel 2-step telescoping ladder
• Ladder Steps: Poly comfort steps
• Ladder Length Deployed: 22-3/4 inches
• Ladder Length Stowed: 17 inches
• Overall Height: 5 inches
• Overall Width: 13.5 inches
• Hardware: Stainless steel
• Weight: 14 pounds
• UPC: 038203195469

Fitment

• Inboard/outboard (I/O) boat transoms

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of boat is the Garelick 19546 swim platform designed for? The Garelick 19546 I/O Swim Platform with Telescoping Ladder is built for use on inboard/outboard (I/O) transoms and mounts at a 10 degree angle to the transom.

What are the dimensions of the platform? The platform on the Garelick 19546 measures 18 inches wide x 15-1/2 inches deep x 3/4 inch thick.

How much does the 19546 swim platform weigh? The complete Garelick 19546 assembly weighs 14 pounds.

What material is the platform made of? High-density white polyethylene forms the platform, framed by two 1 inch diameter stainless steel wrap-around rails.

How does the telescoping ladder work? The 19546 uses an electropolished stainless steel 2-step ladder with poly comfort steps that telescopes down for boarding and slides vertically up under the platform for stowage.

What are the deployed and stowed lengths of the ladder? The ladder on the Garelick 19546 extends to 22-3/4 inches deployed and telescopes back to a 17 inch stowed length.

How tall are the handrails on this platform? The stainless steel wrap-around rails stand 12-1/2 inches above and below the platform on the Garelick 19546.

Does the Garelick 19546 include mounting hardware? Yes, stainless steel hardware is included for mounting the rails and struts to the platform; fasteners for attaching the assembly to the transom are not included.

Which side of the transom should the platform be mounted on? Installation instructions for the 19546 direct choosing whichever side of the transom keeps the platform clear of the outdrive's full turning range, marked before drilling mounting holes.

Is a backing plate needed to install this platform? If the transom is less than 2 inches thick, Garelick recommends mounting a backing plate of aluminum, marine plywood, or another non-compressive material on the inside of the transom before installing the 19546.

What is the overall size of the mounted assembly? The Garelick 19546 assembly stands 5 inches overall in height and 13.5 inches wide.

How should the platform and rails be maintained? Periodically check and re-tighten the mounting hardware on the 19546, and rinse with fresh water and clean with a mild abrasive cleaner to help the stainless steel retain its luster and resist corrosion.