PATHWAY HD Code Compliant Modular Access System Installation Manual
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5.
5.1.
INTRODUCTION
Closures are necessary to fill the space between ramp posts and platform posts. Like handrails,
they are available in two-line or picketed guards. Closures come with components which require
the ramp to be mounted to either side of a platform. However, the ramp can be centered or
mounted in any location on a platform side using the two-line rail closure. When centering the
ramp or mounting in a location other than the side of the platform, a second two-line rail closure
must be used. When mounting to the side, the ramp frame post should be aligned with (or just
slightly inside of) the inside of the platform angle post.
If the frame post is outside the platform angle post, you will not be able to install the end
loops (refer to the ‘INSTALL RAMP HANDRAIL END LOOPS’ section).
The two-line rail or picketed guard closure should be installed before installing the
handrail or connecting the ramp frame top rail.
5.1.1.
If installing a closure on a platform in the “straight” configuration, the platform
angle post will already be in place.
5.1.2.
If installing a closure on a platform in the “turn” configuration, install the platform
angle post not attached to a platform two-line rail or picketed guard in the open
platform corner pocket. Align the bottom of the post with the bottom of the corner
pocket (FIG. 5.1).
5.1.3.
Tighten the set screws securely.
5.1.4.
Refer to ‘HANDRAILS’ section for additional details on securing the post.
FIG. 5.1
