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3G Modular Access System Assembly Manual Page 37 of 77

4.3.3.

Using holes shown (FIG. 4.5) for Vertical Picket platform handrails, pre-assemble handrails

by inserting a 5/16”-18 x 1” long hex bolt through a 5/16” flat washer, the angle post, and

into a 5/16”-18 round threaded insert in the handrail or square threaded insert in the

vertical pickets.

FIG. 4.5

4.3.4.

For Horizontal Picket platform handrails, pre-assemble the handrails by inserting a 5/16”-18 x 1”

long hex bolt through a 5/16” flat washer, the angle post, and into a 5/16”-18 round threaded

insert in the handrails and curb. Use the holes shown in FIG. 4.6.

FIG. 4.6

4.4. INSTALL STANDARD PLATFORM HANDRAILS

4.4.1.

Regardless of the handrail style, but depending on the configuration, refer to FIG. 4.7 and

FIG. 4.8 as needed.

4.4.2.

Pre-assemble the platform handrail for both sides of a straight configuration and the “first”

handrail of a turn configuration. Make sure the unattached legs of the angle posts are on the

same side with respect to handrail tubes, curb, and pickets and pointing outward (FIG. 4.7).