EZ-ACCESS PATHWA MODULAR ACCESS SYSTEM - Manual (Page 32)

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6.2. CONNECTOR – PLATFORM HR to RAMP HR: Connects the handrails on a platform to
the handrails on one side of a ramp. Because each installation is unique, the round tube
connecting the handrails must be cut to fit at the job site. NOTE: A minimum of 10” is
needed between the outside of a platform and a ramp side rail to install the connector.
6.2.1. If needed, drop a single angle post into corner pocket on platform and tighten
two set screws with a 3/16
″ Allen wrench (refer to FIG. 4.4 for post set screw
locations). Make sure the two sets of holes which are closest together are on
top and the bottom of the post aligns with the bottom of the corner pocket as
shown (FIG. 6.7).
6.2.2. Install the angle post cap onto the top of the post.
6.2.3. Using a handrail closure elbow, pass a 5/16
″-18 x 3/4″ hex cap screw
through each of the two larger holes in upper portion of the angle post into
the threaded end of closure elbow, then tighten lightly (FIG. 6.8).
6.2.4. Insert handrail adjustable elbows into the ends of the ramp handrail tubes
(FIG. 6.9).
6.2.5. Position both adjustable elbows in the ramp handrails so they are aligned
with the closure elbows attached to the angle post (do not tighten), then
measure the distance between the two larger round faces. NOTE: The gap
in the upper and lower handrail will be different. Be sure to measure both
before cutting the round tube.
6.2.6. Cut the 1 1/2″ diameter round tube to the length measured (FIG. 6.10).
6.2.7. Using a metal file, smooth all sharp edges from cutting the round tubes.
6.2.8. Disassemble adjustable elbow by removing the screw and nut (FIG. 6.11).
6.2.9. Install an elbow half into each end of the cut tube (FIG. 6.11).
6.2.10. Tighten internal set screws a T-handle Allen wrench or similar tool
(FIG. 6.11).
6.2.11. Reassemble all elbows by replacing center insert and securing with the
screw and nut, then securely tighten all fasteners, including the hex cap
screws (FIG. 6.12).
6.2.12. Test to ensure all elbows are properly secured and attached. If needed,
tighten internal set screws to secure more rigidly.