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3.8.
Hold the latch so it is centered on the ramp handrail post opposite the post where the gate is installed
and on the outswing side of the gate then align the catch with the latch bar. While holding the latch in
place, open and close the gate a few times to confirm the catch is working correctly and reposition up or
down if needed. After confirming the position, mark the hole centers and drill four 1/8” holes through
one wall of the ramp handrail post at the marked locations (FIG. 5).
3.9.
Attach latch to the post using four #8-
32 x 1/2” long hex washer head thread cutting screws (FIG. 5).
FIG. 5
4.
INSTALLING GATE ON A STAIR
4.1.
Assemble the stair as described in the Pathway Stair Assembly Manual and mount to the platform in
the desired location.
4.2.
Locate the Pathway Stair to Gate Mounting Adapter and attach to one of the upper stair posts
(depending on which side the gate hinge will mount) using the two 5/16
”-18 x 3/4” long hex bolts and
5/16
” locknuts. Orient the Pathway Stair to Gate Mounting Adapter with the three smaller holes facing
the riser and the bolt on the outside of the platform as shown (see FIG. 6).
4.3.
If using the Stair to Platform Connector, install two closure elbows (included with the connector) on the
platform side of the Pathway Stair to Gate Mounting Adapter instead of the 5/16
” locknuts (FIG. 6).
Refer to Section 4 for Stair to Platform Connector instructions.
