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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

 

 

Summary of Contents for Modular Ramp

Page 1: ...Modular Ramp Assembly Manual...

Page 2: ...TOOLS TYPICALLY REQUIRED 1 2 SOCKET OR 1 2 WRENCH 9 16 SOCKET OR 9 16 WRENCH 5 16 DRILL BIT IF BRACE ASSEMBLIES ARE USED 1 8 DRILL BIT 1 4 MASONRY DRILL BIT USED WHEN INSTALLING TO CONCRETE PORCH STE...

Page 3: ...WITH RESPECT TO PLATFORMS PORCHES OR DECKS 21 SECTION 4 HANDRAILS PRE ASSEMBLE HANDRAILS 22 INSTALL RAMP HANDRAILS 23 INSTALL PLATFORM HANDRAILS 24 25 INSTALL HANDRAIL END LOOPS 26 INSTALL END CAPS 27...

Page 4: ...basic system components MODULAR RAMP WITH HANDRAIL MODULAR RAMP WITHOUT HANDRAILS MRLT RAMP LOWER TRANSITION MRRC CONNECTOR RAMP TO RAMP MRUT RAMP UPPER TRANSITION MRST RAMP SUPPORT TOP MRHBPR RAMP H...

Page 5: ...PPC CONNECTOR PLATFORM TO PLATFORM MHRRRC CONNECTOR RAMP HR TO RAMP HR MHRPRC CONNECTOR PLATFORM HR TO RAMP HR MBP36 MBP48 MBP60 BRIDGE PLATE MSTSXXPR FEET SUPPORT TUBE PAIRS MHREC HANDRAIL END CAP IT...

Page 6: ...ERSAL CROSS BRACE MUG36 MODULAR GATE 36 MTDK TIE DOWN KIT MPTS PLATFORM TIE STRAP MRHP RAMP HANGER PAIR MRGT RAMP GROUND TRANSITION MLP LANDING PAD ITEMS NOT SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE NOTE MUCB5 USED UP TO 5...

Page 7: ...three types of platforms one or more of these platform arrangements may be used in an installation All three require the same procedure for assembly except for FIG 2 3 which requires an additional MPP...

Page 8: ...nto the top of the support tubes as shown Adjust the support tubes to the approximate height needed FIG 2 4 FIG 2 4 2 2 3 Use supplied 3 16 Allen wrench to tighten one of the two set screws in the cor...

Page 9: ...oft soil it may be necessary to set the base foot on a concrete pad 2 2 6 Adjust the final height of the platform 2 2 7 Adjust legs one at a time by loosening the set screws in the platform corner poc...

Page 10: ...support tube stub into the open pocket in each connector until the bottom of the stub is flush with the bottom of the connector and tighten the set screws securely 2 3 4 Install a plug in the top of e...

Page 11: ...11 FIG 2 6...

Page 12: ...ace bands to secure the ends of the two angle braces nearest the twist to the support tube using a 5 16 bolt flat washer and nut FIG 2 7 2 4 4 Opposite ends of the braces are attached to the bottom of...

Page 13: ...ddle brackets are also where the handrails and support tube brackets also included in part number MRRC are attached FIG 3 1 FIG 3 1 FIG 3 2 3 1 5 Attach the center saddle brackets using four each 5 16...

Page 14: ...atform 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 an...

Page 15: ...fully engaged into the foot and that the foot is oriented so it extends under the ramp Tighten the thumb screw on each foot securely FIG 3 7 NOTE If installing on soft soil it may be necessary to set...

Page 16: ...7 2 The opposite end of the angle brace is attached to the bottom of the ramp near the center of the tread at the end of the ramp using a 1 4 square drive pan head self drilling screw 3 3 7 3 Ensure...

Page 17: ...ersect as shown in FIG 3 11 3 4 3 After assembly lift the lowest end of the ramp bring the ground transition into the ramp end tread until the hook is engaged and rotate into place FIG 3 12 then set o...

Page 18: ...FIG 3 13 3 4 6 Install protective caps over side rail corners FIG 3 14 by placing one cap on each side at both the top and bottom of the ramp If necessary use silicone adhesive to bond the cap to the...

Page 19: ...of the ramp FIG 3 15 FIG 3 15 3 5 3 Turn the ramp over to the upright position 3 5 4 Place the upper end of the ramp onto the supporting surface i e platform porch etc Once the ramp is resting on the...

Page 20: ...3 6 2 IF RESTING ON A CONCRETE SURFACE 3 6 2 1 Transfer the hole locations from the upper transition to the concrete surface then remove the upper transition 3 6 2 2 Using a 1 4 masonry bit drill two...

Page 21: ...PAIR The same components can be used at the top and bottom of ramp or ramp runs depending on the angle required 3 7 2 Angles up to approximately 4 can be accommodated using the upper transition as lon...

Page 22: ...d to join handrails together Refer to FIG 4 1 for the following steps 4 1 2 1 Slide connector into ends of handrail tubes NOTE If connector does not fit in the tube use pliers to slightly compress the...

Page 23: ...with the studs on handrail ends brackets installed in previous steps 4 2 1 2 Attach handrails to these studs using two each 5 16 flat washers and two each 5 16 nuts per handrail post NOTE If the stud...

Page 24: ...ail so that the angle post will be oriented correctly 4 3 5 For straight platform configurations and the first handrail on a turn platform drop platform handrails into the corner pockets FIG 4 4 4 3 6...

Page 25: ...25 FIG 4 4 FIG 4 5...

Page 26: ...END LOOP SINGLE Install 4 ring joiner into open ends of each ramp handrail tube with the joiner set screws oriented to the bottom FIG 4 6 4 4 2 Install the end loop over the other end of the joiners a...

Page 27: ...PS 4 5 1 Use plastic end caps when there are any remaining open ends on the handrails FIG 4 7 Push them on by hand or use a rubber mallet If necessary use construction adhesive to bond the cap to the...

Page 28: ...rm side rail then use the 1 4 x 1 long self drilling self tapping screws to secure the clip to the platform side rail FIG 5 1 5 2 TOUCH UP ARCHITECTURALLY FINISHED HANDRAILS 5 2 1 Use sandpaper 180 gr...

Page 29: ...OTE A minimum of approximately 6 is needed between the outside of a platform and both ramp side rails to install the connector 6 1 1 Slide an adjustable elbow into each handrail tube FIG 6 1 6 1 2 Pos...

Page 30: ...30 FIG 6 2 FIG 6 3...

Page 31: ...ow by replacing center insert and securing with the screw and nut then tighten all fasteners securely FIG 6 4 6 1 9 Test to ensure elbows are properly secured and attached If needed tighten internal s...

Page 32: ...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...

Page 33: ...33 FIG 6 7 FIG 6 8...

Page 34: ...34 FIG 6 9 FIG 6 10 FIG 6 11...

Page 35: ...35 FIG 6 12...

Page 36: ...lowing steps are done AFTER the ramp is resting on a supporting surface and transition is installed 6 3 3 Attach support tube bracket to the top support brackets using 3 8 nylon insert lock nuts and 3...

Page 37: ...pite being called a lower transition it can be used at either end of a ramp or ramp run NOTE The lower transition is the larger of the two transitions 6 4 2 Lift the end of the ramp and install the lo...

Page 38: ...n surface that is free from defects FIG 6 17 6 5 1 Securing to WOODEN SURFACE OR PLATFORM 6 5 1 1 To secure to a wooden deck or platform use the four supplied 1 4 x 1 self drilling self tapping screws...

Page 39: ...ing the bottom plate install 8 32 hex washer head thread cutting screws into the screw slots on both sides FIG 6 19 6 6 4 Lift the lower end of the ramp and install the lower transition as described s...

Page 40: ...40 FIG 6 20...

Page 41: ...1 2 maximum if being installed per ADA Guidelines 6 7 2 Position straps next to the platform corner pockets extending equally onto the platform and the existing surface FIG 6 21 6 7 3 Using the strap...

Page 42: ...amp 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 ban...

Page 43: ...field conditions will determine the exact location of the tie downs As a general rule they should be positioned opposite one another as shown in FIG 6 23 Install the EZ ACCESS Modular ramp system to e...

Page 44: ...lar item through the eye of the auger anchor to turn the auger anchor into the ground Keep turning the auger until only the eye is exposed 6 9 5 If using concrete anchors install per the manufacturer...

Page 45: ...ove the bottom of the side rail and between the ribs underneath the treads in each of the side rails at the desired location 6 9 11 Install one of the 5 16 eyebolts and secure to the ramp using one 5...

Page 46: ...drail post Position the hinge vertically so the top of the gate is even with the top of the handrail and so that the edge of the hinge is flush with the edge of the vertical handrail post Mark holes w...

Page 47: ...oles through one side of the vertical handrail tube FIG 6 30 6 10 5 Use 1 4 nut driver to secure catch with screws FIG 6 31 FIG 6 30 FIG 6 31 6 10 6 Clip the latch to the finger catch and center on th...

Page 48: ...ce but if needed a damp cloth or soft brush with soap and water can be used avoid alkaloid detergents Rinse well and use extra caution when the ramp surface is wet 7 1 7 If ramp surface is covered wit...

Page 49: ...or down to the nearest whole year YEARS 0 1 Unit repaired or replaced YEARS 1 2 Repair or 50 credit current purchase price multiplied by credit percentage YEARS 2 3 Repair or 25 credit current purcha...

Page 50: ...ntained in this document are proprietary and may not be shared modified distributed reproduced or reused without the express written permission of EZ ACCESS a division of Homecare Products Inc 7270 RE...

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