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3.2. INSTALL RAMPS ON PLATFORMS

This section addresses the attachment of a ramp or ramp run to a platform. If the ramp needs to be

angled with respect to the platform or is going to be attached to an existing porch, refer to ‘ANGLE

RAMPS WITH RESPECT TO PLATFORMS, PORCHES, OR DECKS’.

3.2.1.

Ramps are typically located toward either the left or right side of the platform or

centered but can be placed in any location on a platform side except when using a

‘VERTICAL PICKET CLOSURE’ (outlined in SECTION 5). When the ramp is located toward

the side of a platform, the ramp handrail post should be positioned 1-1/2” (minimum) to

2” from the inside of the platform post. When using other locations, a second Two-Line

Closure must be used to connect the ramp and platform handrails. When centering

ramps using a Vertical Picket Closure, additional components are needed. The additional

components will come with the closure if specified at the time of order. The closure can

also be converted in the field by ordering a second set of hardware.

3.2.2.

Locate the PRHP (RAMP HANGER PAIR) and install the two hangers in the platform side

rail where the ramp will be attached.

3.2.3.

Hold the hanger perpendicular (approximately) to the platform side rail then bring the

hanger upward until it is against the side rail lip. Rotate the hanger and continue pushing

upward in such a manner that the “hook” at the top of the hanger goes behind and

catches on the lip in the top of the platform side rail and the hanger sits on the ledge at

the bottom (FIG. 3.3).

3.2.4.

Set the ramp on the hangers. The hangers should be positioned as close as possible to the

ramp side rails (FIG. 3.4). The procedure is the same at both the top and bottom of ramp

runs which end at a platform unless a transition plate is used.

Do not attempt to walk on the system until installation is complete.

FIG. 3.3

(TOP VIEW)

FIG. 3.4

(BOTTOM VIEW)