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3.7. ANGLE RAMPS WITH RESPECT TO PLATFORMS, PORCHES, OR DECKS
There are situations where it is necessary to angle ramps with respect to a platform, porch, or
deck. The components required are not normally included with a typical system unless it is a ramp
or ramp run without a platform. If a ramp must be angled when attaching to a platform, a
PHDTP48 or PHDTP54 (TRANSITION PLATE 48” or 54”) with a PHDRST (RAMP SUPPORT TOP) must
be used instead of the PHDRHP (RAMP HANGER PAIR). The same components can be used at the
top and bottom of ramp or ramp runs.
3.7.1. Angles up to approximately 6° can be accommodated. Refer to the appropriate
sections in the ‘OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT’ section for installing PHDTP48 or PHDTP54
(TRANSITION PLATE 48” or 54”) and PHDRST (RAMP SUPPORT), and the previous
sections for installing and adjusting ramp support legs (FIG. 3.12).
3.7.2. The transition top plate should overlap the surface of the platform, porch, or deck
by at least 1”, regardless of the angle required (FIG. 3.12).
3.7.3. Anchor the transition top plate as described in SECTION 3.5.
3.7.4. Use the 1/4″ x 1” long self-drilling screw when attaching to a PATHWAY HD
platform.
FIG. 3.12