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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ATTENTION INSTALLER and END USER
• For residential use only!
• 1,000 lb. rated load; never exceed rated load.
• Read this manual in its entirety, ensuring you understand all instructions and warnings prior to ramp
assembly and use.
• Please read and become familiar with the ‘MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY’ section of this manual.
• Fill out online warranty registration.
• INSTALLER: Please leave this ASSEMBLY MANUAL w
ith the end user.
IMPORTANT SHIPPING INFORMATION
• Immediately open shipping boxes and inspect for damage or missing parts. If damaged or missing parts are
noted, DO NOT INSTALL OR USE.
• Each system is shipped with a packing list. Confirm all items are present before starting installation. Also
check for shipping damage immediately upon receipt and note any freight damage on freight bill while driver
is still present. Contact shipper right away with any freight damage concerns. In most cases, freight damage
claims will not be allowed unless noted on the freight bill. Pictures of damage before the unit is unpacked
can be very helpful.
TOOLS TYPICALLY REQUIRED
1/2″ SOCKET OR 1/2″ WRENCH
BOX KNIFE
9/16″ SOCKET OR 9/16″ WRENCH HAMMER
5/16″
SOCKET OR 5/16″ WRENCH LEVEL
POWER
DRILL FILE
#2
PHILLIPS SCREW DRIVE RUBBER MALLET
PLIERS 1/4″
MASONRY DRILL BIT (IF INSTALLING TO CONCRETE)
1/8”
DRILL BIT DIGGING TOOLS (IF AN OBSTACLE NEEDS TO BE REMOVED)
5/16″
DRILL BIT
HACKSAW (FOR OPTIONAL HANDRAIL KITS
5/32″ ALLEN WRENCH 25’ TAPE MEASURE
3/16″ ALLEN WRENCH
CONSTRUCTION ADHESIVE