Instructions / Assembly
Table Of Contents
- 1. BASIC SYSTEM COMPONENTS
- 2. PLATFORMS
- 2.1. INSTALL PLATFORMS
- 2.2. INSTALL SUPPORT TUBES AND FEET, THEN ADJUST PLATFORM HEIGHT
- 2.3. CONNECT TWO PLATFORMS TOGETHER
- 2.4. 45-DEGREE ANGLE PLATFORM
- 2.5. 8’ X 5’ TURN BACK PLATFORM
- 2.6. LOW PROFILE PLATFORM
- 2.7. INSTALL UNIVERSAL ANGLE BRACE – PLATFORMS
- 2.8. INSTALL UNIVERSAL CROSS BRACE
- 3.1. CONNECT RAMP SECTIONS
- 3.2. INSTALL RAMPS ON PLATFORMS
- 3.3. ATTACH SUPPORT LEG BRACKETS AND LEGS TO RAMPS
- 3.4. INSTALL UNIVERSAL ANGLE BRACE - RAMPS
- 3.5. INSTALL GROUND TRANSITION RAMP
- 3.6. INSTALL A SINGLE RAMP RUN TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE
- 3.7. ANCHOR RAMP UPPER TRANSITION
- 3.8. ANGLE RAMPS WITH RESPECT TO PLATFORMS, PORCHES, OR DECKS
- 4.1. RAMP WITHOUT HANDRAILS
- 4.2. RAMP HANDRAILS
- 4.3. ASSEMBLE STANDARD PLATFORM HANDRAILS
- 4.4. INSTALL STANDARD PLATFORM HANDRAILS
- 4.5. 8’ X 5’ TURN BACK PLATFORM HANDRAILS
- 4.6. 45-DEGREE ANGLE PLATFORM HANDRAILS
- 5.1. If installing a closure on a platform in the “straight” configuration, the 2” x 2” angle post will already be in place; skip to step 5.4
- 5.2. If installing on a platform in the ‘turn’ configuration, install the 2” x 2” angle post not attached to a platform handrail in the open platform corner pocket. Align the bottom of the post with the bottom of the corner pocket and tighten the set ...
- 5.3. Install an angle cap on top of the handrail post (FIG. 5.1). Use construction adhesive to bond the cap in place.
- 5.4. First install the top rail, the rail connecting the ramp handrail to the platform post.
- 5.5. TWO-LINE CLOSURE
- 5.6. VERTICAL PICKET CLOSURE
- 5.7. TWO-LINE TURN BACK CLOSURE
- 6.1. SECURE RAMP TO PLATFORM
- 6.2. INSTALL RAMP HANDRAIL END LOOPS
- 6.3. INSTALL RAMP HANDRAIL END CAPS
- 6.4. INSTALL RAMP CORNER PROTECTORS
- 6.5. TOUCH-UP ARCHITECTURALLY FINISHED HANDRAILS
- 6.6. FINAL CHECKS
- 7.1. RAMP SUPPORT TOP
- 7.2. RAMP LOWER TRANSITION
- 7.3. SINGLE BRIDGE PLATE
- 7.4. LANDING PAD
- 7.5. PLATFORM TIE STRAPS
- 7.6. LIGHTNING GROUND ROD
- 7.7. TIE DOWN
- 7.8. GATE
- 7.9. CONNECT 45-DEGREE ANGLE PLATFORM WITH TWO-LINE RAILS TO STANDARD PLATFORM
- 8.1. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY
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7.2. RAMP LOWER TRANSITION
7.2.1. The lower transition, in combination with an PRST (RAMP SUPPORT TOP) is commonly
used to span wider gaps or accommodate larger angular misalignment than can be
achieved with an upper transition. It can also be used in place of the ground transition in
some situations. Despite being called a lower transition, it can be used at either end of a
ramp or ramp run.
The lower transition is the larger of the two transitions.
7.2.2. Lift the end of the ramp and install the lower transition as shown (FIG. 7.3).
7.2.3. If the lower transition is resting on the ground, anchoring is optional.
7.2.4. If a lower transition is resting on any type of raised area (i.e., a platform, deck, or porch),
it must be anchored using the same procedures as used in ‘ANCHOR RAMP UPPER
TRANSITION.’
7.3. SINGLE BRIDGE PLATE
7.3.1. Securing to WOOD SURFACE OR PLATFORM:
7.3.1.1. To secure to a wooden deck or platform, use the four supplied 1/4″ x 1″ self-
drilling self-tapping screws.
7.3.2. Securing to CONCRETE:
7.3.2.1. To secure to concrete, drill a 1/4″ diameter hole at least 1 1/4″ deep. Ensure that
all debris from the hole is removed using a shop vacuum, blower, or other
suitable type of equipment.
7.3.2.2. Insert the four supplied pin head mushroom anchors and secure by using a
hammer to drive the pin in flush with the mushroom.
Use PBPxx (BRIDGE PLATE) in the horizontal (flat) position only.
It is intended to be used to bridge gaps up to a maximum of 6” between a platform and a porch
or deck. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS A RAMP OR ON AN INCLINE.
Ensure that at least 1” on each of the supporting edges of the plate is supported on a good,
sound construction surface that is free from defects (FIG 7.4).
FIG. 7.3
FIG. 7.4