Fig. 6.22 – EZ-ACCESS PATHWA MODULAR ACCESS SYSTEM User Manual
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6.8.
LIGHTNING GROUND ROD:
WARNING: Prior to installing, ensure that any underground electrical
conductors, natural gas lines, water/drain lines, and/or other interferences
are located and will not hinder the installation.
6.8.1.
Since aluminum can conduct electricity, the MLGRK (LIGHTNING GROUND
ROD KIT) provides the components needed to ground a ramp system.
6.8.2.
Drive the grounding rod straight into the ground as close as possible (within
1 1/2 feet maximum) to one of the support tubes leaving approximately 2"
exposed.
6.8.3.
Install the brace band around support tube. Place the #8 copper wire under
the brace band on the corner as shown (FIG. 6.22)
6.8.4.
Install the 5/16
″-18 carriage bolt nut and flat washer and tighten so that wire
is in good contact with support tube.
6.8.5.
Install 5/8
″ grounding rod clamp to grounding rod. Place #8 wire between
clamp and rod then tighten the clamp.
FIG. 6.22