PATHWAY HD Code Compliant Modular Access System Installation Manual
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2.2.6.
Lift each corner of the platform and install a foot on each support leg, oriented so that
the foot extends under the platform (FIG. 2.4).
If necessary due to site conditions, the feet can be oriented in other directions
but may present a tripping hazard if not oriented under the platform.
It is the installer’s responsibility to install the system in a manner which is safe for
the persons on and around the system and clearly mark any hazards created by
the installation.
2.2.7.
Make sure the feet are fully engaged on the legs and tighten the thumb screw on each
foot securely (FIG. 2.4.).
If installing on soft soil it may be necessary to set the foot on a concrete pad or
make other arrangements. Talk with your local contractor for additional
information.
2.2.8.
Use hole in the foot as a template to drill an 11/32” or 3/8” hole through each support
leg (FIG. 2.4).
2.2.9.
Insert a 5/16”-18 x 3” long hex bolt through the support leg and foot, then secure with
the 5/16”-18 nylon insert locknut.
2.2.10.
Adjust the final height of the platform by adjusting legs, one at a time, by loosening the
outer set screws in the platform corner pockets. Using a level, adjust the platform height
and re-tighten.
2.2.11.
Once the final height has been adjusted, tighten the second, outer lower set screw in
each platform corner pocket.
2.2.12.
Insert a plug and fully seat into the top of each support leg (FIG. 2.4). Use a rubber
mallet or similar tool to fully seat as needed. If necessary, use construction adhesive to
bond the plug in place.
2.2.13.
Tighten all set screws and fasteners securely.
2.3.
CONNECT TWO PLATFORMS TOGETHER
2.3.1.
Install the first platform as described in the previous steps except on the side where the
second platform will connect, install two CONNECTOR – PLATFORM TO PLATFORM
before installing feet onto the support legs.
Make sure the platform connector set screws are oriented outward so they will be
accessible.
Any two platforms of the same width can be connected. For example, two 5' x 5’ or
5’ x 6’ platforms are often connected to make a turn back platform.
2.3.2.
Slide platform connectors up until they contact the bottom of the platform (FIG. 2.5),
and then tighten set screws securely.
2.3.3.
Install a support leg stub into the open pocket in each connector until the bottom of the
stub is flush with the bottom of the connector, and then tighten set screws securely.
2.3.4.
Insert a plug and fully seat into the top of each support leg stub. Use a rubber mallet or
similar tool to fully seat as needed. If necessary, use construction adhesive to bond the
plug in place.
2.3.5.
Install the second platform as described in the previous section except only install
support legs, plugs, and feet on the opposite side of where the platforms will connect
(FIG. 2.6).
2.3.6.
Lift the second platform and slide the open corner pockets over the support leg stubs
extending up from the platform connectors.
2.3.7.
Tighten the set screws in the platform corner pockets securely.
2.3.8.
Adjust the platform heights and level as needed.
2.3.9.
Tighten all setscrews securely.
