Instructions / Assembly

PATHWAY
®
Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit
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6.2. CLOSURE LOWER RAIL
6.2.1. Clamp the platform closure bracket (bracket) to the ramp handrail post such that short leg is
centered on the lower two-line ramp handrail and aligned with the post. Orient the bracket
so the long leg is on the same side as and parallel to the platform post (FIG. 6.10).
6.2.2. Measure the gap between the long leg of the bracket and platform post (FIG. 6.11).
6.2.3. Cut the 1 1/2″ diameter round tube to the measured gap length less 1/8” to account for the
threaded inserts which will be installed after cutting (FIG. 6.12).
6.2.4. Using a metal file, smooth all sharp edges from cutting the round tube.
6.2.5. Install 5/16”-18 round threaded inserts into both ends of the cut tube. Use a rubber mallet or
similar tool to fully seat the threaded inserts (FIG. 6.12).
6.2.6. Install 5/16″-18 x 1″ hex bolts through a 5/16” flat washers and the slot in the long leg of the
bracket and the third hole from the top of the platform post into the threaded inserts
installed in the previous step, then tighten all fasteners securely (FIG. 6.12).
6.2.7. Unclamp the bracket and drive a 5/16”-18 x 1-1/4” self-drilling, self-tapping hex washer head
screw, centered in the slot, through the bracket and into the ramp handrail post (FIG. 6.12).
Tighten securely but use caution not to overtighten and strip the threads.
FIG. 6.10
FIG. 6.11
FIG. 6.12