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3G Modular Access System Assembly Manual Page 32 of 77
3.6. INSTALL A SINGLE RAMP RUN TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE
If installing a ramp run to an existing landing other than a PATHWAY 3G Platform, such as a porch, deck,
stairs, etc., follow these steps:
3.6.1. Turn the ramp section upside down on a flat surface. Do this on cardboard or a lawn so
that the ramp is not damaged (scratched or dented).
3.6.2. Locate PRHBPR (RAMP HANDRAIL END BRACKET PAIR). Install four end brackets (will be
used to attach handrails in a later step). Install one end bracket at each outside corner of
the ramp section using one 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2” bolt and washer into the threaded insert
closest to the end of the ramp (FIG. 3.15).
3.6.3. Turn the ramp over to the upright position.
FIG. 3.15
3.6.4. Place the upper end of the ramp onto supporting surface (i.e., platform, porch, etc.). Once
the ramp is resting on the porch or platform, lift the upper end of the ramp and install the
PRUT (RAMP UPPER TRANSITION) into what will be the upper end of the ramp (FIG. 3.16) and
the PRGT (RAMP GROUND TRANSITION) into what will be the lower end of the ramp.
3.6.5. If the lower end of the ramp is not resting on the ground, use either an upper transition or
lower transition with a PRST (RAMP SUPPORT TOP). Please see ‘OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT’
for instructions.
3.6.6. Maneuver the ramp to its desired position (FIG. 3.17).
FIG. 3.16
FIG. 3.17
NOTE: MAKE SURE THAT THE RAMP UPPER
TRANSITION OVERLAPS THE SUPPORTING
SURFACE AS FAR AS POSSIBLE