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These are the start to finish instructions for the layout pictured below. The layout consists of a 5'x5'
platform at the door, turning 12' to the right to a 5'x5' platform, turning left with a final 7' ramp run
to a 5'x5' landing pad. The overall height is 19".

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Summary of Contents for Liberty Series

Page 1: ...PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL LIBERTY SERIES ALUMINUM SOLID RAMP INSTALLATION MANUAL 2020 National Ramp All Rights Reserved...

Page 2: ...2 NATIONAL RAMP FREEDOM NOW 2020 National Ramp All Rights Reserved...

Page 3: ...nd or the user s equipment topographical conditions which do not lend themselves to support the structure climate conditions which might have impact upon the efficacy of the structure etc it is the ob...

Page 4: ...mp Configurations 28 9 Correct Incline Determination 30 10 Evaluation Process 31 11 Considerations for Bariatric Ramps 33 12 Measuring a Ramp 34 13 Drawing Your Configuration 35 14 Grade Variations 37...

Page 5: ...6 19 2 Landing Pad 78 19 3 Cross Bracing 79 19 4 Hurricane Tie Downs 82 19 5 Pie Platforms 84 19 6 Step And Gate Systems 88 19 7 Vertical Pickets 93 TWO LAYOUT CONFIGURATIONS START TO FINISH 103 20 La...

Page 6: ...6 NATIONAL RAMP FREEDOM NOW...

Page 7: ...d to know about conducting a successful evaluation and the ADA guidelines we recommend your ramp follow Our 100 aluminum ramp is engineered and manufactured in the United States and has been designed...

Page 8: ...rms for the ramp process and an overview of the ramp safety guidelines laid out by the Americans with Disabilities Act We review the process for conducting a successful evaluation from determining the...

Page 9: ...ter adjustments 9 Lay the platform or ramp section into place 10 Repeat steps 8 10 for the remainder of the ramp until you get to the last section before the Bottom Transition Plate BTP 11 On the last...

Page 10: ...AMP where the ramp is exited onto a hard level surface such as a sidewalk or driveway RISE OF THE RAMP the elevation of the ramp as measured from the bottom of the door to where the ramp will end LENG...

Page 11: ...at the end of the ramp if a hard level surface does not exist at the site LEGS supports for the ramp sections or platforms DUAL LINE HANDRAIL handrail design featuring two handrails one located on th...

Page 12: ...ploded and assembled views are below A list of all components with brief descriptions of each item s use begins on page 14 5 Ramp System Components image 1 A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST...

Page 13: ...erty Series Ramp Installation Guide Revision 8 1 2020 RAMP SYSTEM COMPONENTS image 2 A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL OF NATIONAL R...

Page 14: ...PS PLATFORMS 36 AND OVER ELEVATION REQUIRE CROSS BRACING Approved Drawn Revision Date Width Length Elevation Customer Project 36 wide A A B B C C D D E E F F 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 Sheet of S...

Page 15: ...A X I M U M S L O P E 1 1 2 8 3 3 3 M A X I M U M C R O S S S L O P E 1 4 8 1 4 F O O T 4 A L L R A M P S P L A T F O R M S 3 6 A N D O V E R E L E V A T I O N R E Q U I R E C R O S S B R A C I N G A...

Page 16: ...6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 Sheet of Scale PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL COPYRIGHT NATIONAL RAMP ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ALL TEXT AND IMAGES CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE PROPRIETARY AND MAY NOT BE SHARED MO...

Page 17: ...ision Date Width Length Elevation Customer Project A A B B C C D D E E F F 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 Sheet of Scale PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL COPYRIGHT NATIONAL RAMP ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ALL T...

Page 18: ...ion Customer Project A A B B C C D D E E F F 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 Sheet of Scale PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL COPYRIGHT NATIONAL RAMP ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ALL TEXT AND IMAGES CONTAINED IN TH...

Page 19: ...MUM CROSS SLOPE 1 48 1 4 FOOT 4 ALL RAMPS PLATFORMS 36 AND OVER ELEVATION REQUIRE CROSS BRACING Approved Drawn Revision Date Width Length Elevation Customer Project A A B B C C D D E E F F 8 8 7 7 6 6...

Page 20: ...ERMISSION OF NATIONAL RAMP NOTES 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 2 MAXIMUM SLOPE 1 12 8 33 3 MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE 1 48 1 4 FOOT 4 ALL RAMPS PLA...

Page 21: ...NT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 2 MAXIMUM SLOPE 1 12 8 33 3 MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE 1 48 1 4 FOOT 4 ALL RAMPS PLATFORMS 36 AND OVER ELEVATION REQUIRE CROSS BRAC...

Page 22: ...n Nut 1 4 thread 4 8828 2 1 4 20 x 2 Hex Head Partially Threaded Bolt 4 2071 P LIBERTY VERTICAL PICKET RAMP SECTION HARDWARE KIT Part Number Description QTY 2405 3 Universal Bracket per each 2 2408 2...

Page 23: ...4 2408 2 Universal Bracket per each 6 2411 2 Liberty Toe Guard per each 2 2413 Liberty Switchback Bracket per each 1 2463 Round Black End Caps for Handrails per each 8 2464 Liberty Leg Protective Caps...

Page 24: ...doors and turn around before continuing onto the ramp This level surface can be a porch deck and sometimes only a small threshold ramp is needed to help navigate through the doorway Ramps should have...

Page 25: ...face where it can be avoided Landing pads are available by National Ramp to provide a safe landing surface where needed Ramps should be a minimum width of 36 for residential properties and 48 for comm...

Page 26: ...26 NATIONAL RAMP FREEDOM NOW...

Page 27: ...27 Liberty Series Ramp Installation Guide Revision 8 1 2020 EVALUATION OVERVIEW...

Page 28: ...r function as a rest platform 8 Common Ramp Configurations The below is not an exhaustive list of all layout configurations and your ramp layout may even combine different turns to fit all the needed...

Page 29: ...rest platform under ADA guidelines A platform that changes the ramp s direction by 90 or 180 also functions as a rest platform In the pictured diagram the rest platform is in the middle of the 30 run...

Page 30: ...amps have a ratio of incline of 4 8 1 12 slope For residential use only National Ramp recommends no greater than a 6 4 1 8 slope and only for users in a power wheelchair or manual wheelchair being pus...

Page 31: ...different needs for the ramp and will require different considerations for grade and ramp locations Do not land the ramp in the middle of the yard or on uneven terrain so that the mobility device does...

Page 32: ...where the ground changes across the width of the ramp or sudden rises or dips that will require different leg heights See page 37 for more on grade variations Knowing the user and their mobility devi...

Page 33: ...to be switched out after installation The installation process for both widths is the same but the Bottom Transition Plate BTP and end loops for the bariatric ramp are both 2 feet long When evaluatin...

Page 34: ...stoop is perfectly level 3 Measure overall step height MEASUREMENTS NEEDED A Door Width B Rise at Door Exterior or Interior C Porch Width D Porch Depth E Rise at Porch F Width of Steps G Rise of Step...

Page 35: ...is clear when you come back for the install RAMP LAYOUT FORM National Ramp All rights reserved 709 Executive Blvd Unit A Valley Cottage NY 10989 USA Customer Service 877 884 RAMP 7267 Fax 845 358 146...

Page 36: ...RAMP 7267 Fax 845 358 1469 sales nationalramp com Date Evaluator s Name NOTES SCALE 1 SQUARE 1 FOOT Be sure to note all obstacles such as driveways sidewalks trees shrubs etc Customers Name Address Ho...

Page 37: ...for a safe layout while a significant cross slope can impact the leg lengths needed for the ramp to be level across its width Calculating grade variations are an important part of the evaluation UPGRA...

Page 38: ...38 NATIONAL RAMP FREEDOM NOW...

Page 39: ...39 Liberty Series Ramp Installation Guide Revision 8 1 2020 OVERVIEW OF THE LIBERTY SERIES SYSTEM...

Page 40: ...ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 1 Top Transition Plate TTP 2 5 x5 Turn Platform 3 T Post 4 Ramp Sections 5 5 x5 Turn Platform 6 Legs 7 Platform Handrails 8 Section Handrails 9 Bottom Transition...

Page 41: ...DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 15 Liberty System 1 Elbows 2 Celebration Footer Pads 3 Leg Caps 4 End Caps 5 Corner Cover 6 Universal Brackets 7 Bottom Transit...

Page 42: ...m connects through a tongue and groove system RAMP PLATFORM A C D D DATE FRACTIONAL APPLICATION PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL Groove Tongue Tongue Groove A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FO...

Page 43: ...measured starting with the width A 5 x4 platform is 5 wide and 4 long while a 4 x5 platform is 4 wide and 5 long All legs handrails T Posts etc attach to its ramp or platform with the use of universal...

Page 44: ...installed either level or at a slope platforms should not be installed at a slope While a level platform is recommended platforms may be set at an angle of up to 1 to allow for rain runoff Do not full...

Page 45: ...es such as concrete and pavement as they can easily be knocked out of place causing the ramp to be unsteady When faced with a surface such as gravel or cracked concrete try to first place the leg on t...

Page 46: ...th GROOVE TONGUE hooks into GROOVE on 3 sides 17 Leg Placement 46 NATIONAL RAMP FREEDOM NOW Refer to the below chart on proper leg placement for various layout options Decking runs on 4 direction TONG...

Page 47: ...E LIBERTY SERIES TM SYSTEM 47 Liberty Series Ramp Installation Guide Revision 4 1 2020 6 LEGS TONGUE SWITCHBACK BRACKET SWB SWB 6 6 PLATFORM 6 SWB SWB OVERVIEW OF THE LIBERTY SERIES TM SYSTEM DOOR DOO...

Page 48: ...48 NATIONAL RAMP FREEDOM NOW www nationalramp com 877 884 RAMP 7267...

Page 49: ...49 Liberty Series Ramp Installation Guide Revision 8 1 2020 RAMP INSTALL...

Page 50: ...he starting height for the ramp system when it begins at a door the final height of the first platform or ramp section should be below the door threshold allowing the door to open without interference...

Page 51: ...ils hand tightening the bolts to allow for later adjustments 18 1 4 Insert universal bracket and mount T Post if ramp is starting with a turn platform INCORRECT INSTALL RAMP INSTALL OF NATIONAL RAMP 1...

Page 52: ...INSTALL Height to set leg from travel surface to ground A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 8 6 TIPS...

Page 53: ...e tongue side facing forward 18 2 2 Slide in one 1 universal bracket for each leg and vertical support of the handrails adding two 2 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Head Bolts per universal bracket A B C D E F 1 1...

Page 54: ...e last installed ramp or platform section Step 3 Level the platform 18 2 5 Adjust the legs if needed so the platform is level and at the correct height and the legs are plumb vertically straight Do no...

Page 55: ...installation The toe guard is affixed to the platform with two pan head driller screws OF NATIONA 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 55 Liberty S...

Page 56: ...upport of the handrails making sure to add two 2 bolts per universal bracket TIPS AND TRICKS Ramp sections of 2 3 4 5 and 6 will need one set of legs at the end of the section Ramp sections of 8 and 1...

Page 57: ...OT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL Height to se...

Page 58: ...of elevation use the length of the ramp section to calculate the leg height If you are installing a 5 ramp section set your legs 5 shorter than the height of the previous legs A 3 ramp section will h...

Page 59: ...llowing the same general steps of a platform installation Switchback Platforms The planking will change directions on a switchback platform 5 x8 switchback platforms are composed of a 4 x5 platform an...

Page 60: ...holes in the switchback bracket as a guide secure the bracket to the groove side of the platform using driller screws 18 4 4 Attach the leg to the bolts of the switchback bracket 18 4 5 Continue with...

Page 61: ...the rest platform is centered use 16 elbows The rest platform looks and functions best when installed in the middle of the ramp run when possible ex If the ramp run is 35 long place the rest platform...

Page 62: ...or 18 6 LAST RAMP SECTION WITH BTP 18 6 1 Place the section upright on sawhorses with the tongue side facing forwards Slide the BTP into the groove end of the section A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NA...

Page 63: ...THE RAMP Check ramp components are correctly placed before final adjustments Step 1 Confirm the pitch is correct with a laser level and use a string to check that the slope is consistent within ramp...

Page 64: ...s will not align properly A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL Do not have two different people workin...

Page 65: ...cted A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS M...

Page 66: ...ing is aligned tighten bolt to join two elbow halves Measure and cut handrails for elbow installation when section is connecting to a platform A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACE...

Page 67: ...on handrail up into the handrail connector Corner handrail options for 5 x5 turn platforms There are two options for installing the handrails on the inside corner of this platform elbows or a T post T...

Page 68: ...with the elbow on one side scoring the cut mark on the other side Repeat this for the lower handrail 18 7 11 5 Cut the pieces of filler pipe and attach it between the handrails A A B B C C D D E E F...

Page 69: ...e the T post will need to be cut 18 7 12 3 Cut the handrails using the pipe cutter and connect the elbows after clearing any burrs 18 7 12 4 Insert elbows on the outside corner of the T Post and ramp...

Page 70: ...d to prevent sharp edges before tightening with an Allen key D A A D D N N R R DRAWN A B C D E F OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INST...

Page 71: ...ramp is being rented end loops may be used to create a continuous handrail where platforms and ramp sections meet For code compliance there must be 1 5 of clearance between the railings DRAWN A D N R...

Page 72: ...shold or porch securing with driller screws A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A A B B C C D D E E F...

Page 73: ...CEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND...

Page 74: ...art 18 7 21 Pull push up on the tongue side of the section to verify install A successful install will not allow the tongue to disengage from the groove Step 6 Place all leg caps corner guards and end...

Page 75: ...els secure Run your hands across all railings to check for and clear any burrs Step 8 Have the ramp user s traverse the ramp to make sure they feel comfortable and are happy with the result before rev...

Page 76: ...its placement before snapping into place 19 Miscellaneous Installation Processes The TTP cannot be repositioned and must be cut to be removed once installed to the threshold ramp The following instal...

Page 77: ...d ramp can be affixed to the home by using screws through the side tabs of the fixed leg height threshold A A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BA...

Page 78: ...ace the exit direction of the ramp 19 2 3 Make sure the landing pad doesn t wobble Pack dirt or gravel underneath the landing pad if needed to keep it level and supported A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 O...

Page 79: ...ront to Back Cross Bracing Width Left to Right Cross Bracing 36 Wide Liberty System Cross Brace Guide A B C D E F 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 Scale PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL COPYRIGHT NATIONAL RAMP...

Page 80: ...S CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE PROPRIETARY AND MAY NOT BE SHARED MODIFIED DISTRIBUTED REPRODUCED OR REUSED WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF NATIONAL RAMP Approved QT Drawn PM Revision C Dat...

Page 81: ...ft of one leg to top right of the other leg or vice versa If the cross brace extends past the corners mark and cut so it does not protrude out from the leg it is mounted to filing to deburr 19 3 6 Ins...

Page 82: ...3 Cut the 25 cable in half 19 4 4 Thread the top of the cable through the universal bracket Clamp the cable where it loops through the bracket 19 4 5 Screw the anchor firmly into the ground leaving on...

Page 83: ...ONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP...

Page 84: ...ramp The pictured layout has a left pie platform Always install pie platforms level not on a slope Step 1 Install three 3 legs at the three 3 corners of the pie platform A B C D E F OF NATIONA 1 FOOT...

Page 85: ...ersect if extended The pie T Post is specific to the pie platform and is not switchable with a square platform T Post A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASE...

Page 86: ...D ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL B A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL Trim filler pipe here...

Page 87: ...side corner elbow assembly into each end of the elbow 19 5 1 3 Lining up the elbow joints with the change in direction trim the handrails clearing any burrs A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAM...

Page 88: ...16 Allen bit wrench drill bit Level Pipe cutter Sanding Filing Tool Tools Required OF NATIONAL RAMP ENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F OF NATIONA...

Page 89: ...atform attach the step assembly lining up the universal brackets on the platform with the leg receivers on the step assembly A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFI...

Page 90: ...towards the platform handrails and the shorter rails pointing towards the steps A A B C C D D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL...

Page 91: ...r posts Dra wn Revision A B C D E F 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 Eleva tion C ustomer 1 Length Width Da te XIMUM CROSS SLOPE 1 48 1 4 FOOT Sc a le OF NATIONAL RAMP Sheet of REUSED WITHOUT THE EXPRESS...

Page 92: ...ost 19 6 12 2 Starting with the lower gate bracket mark and fasten each gate bracket to the step upper post using Two 2 20 x 2 hex head bolts Four 4 washers Two 2 20 acorn nuts A A B C D E F OF NATION...

Page 93: ...te square tube on latch side 19 6 12 4 Test gate and latch functionality A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL...

Page 94: ...are also needed 9 16 open end wrench if the configuration includes an inside corner 7 16 socket and or wrench 19 7 1 Determine the required leg sizes The top of each platform leg should extend 2 3 ab...

Page 95: ...on then attach the handrails to the universal bracket assembly Do not over tighten handrails to allow for later adjustments 19 7 6 Inside Corner Installation A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RA...

Page 96: ...the groove 19 7 6 3 Use a universal bracket assembly for the side closest to the off going ramp 19 7 6 4 Use a switchback bracket on the corner of the platform A B C D E F OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLA...

Page 97: ...tchback bracket on the platform 19 7 6 7 Mount the vertical picket handrail to the extended bolts A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL...

Page 98: ...olding the oncoming ramp with a 9 16 open end wrench A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIO...

Page 99: ...s of all handrails A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIO...

Page 100: ...bracket After confirming handrails are plumb line the corner support bracket with the top rail and fasten using two 2 14 x 1 drilling screws Install two 2 14 x 1 pan head drilling screws to secure th...

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Page 103: ...AYOUT CONFIGURATIONS START TO FINISH A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F OF N 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENS...

Page 104: ...ning 12 to the right to a 5 x5 platform turning left with a final 7 ramp run to a 5 x5 landing pad The overall height is 19 20 Layout Configuration 1 90 Turn OF N OT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIF...

Page 105: ...20 1 3 Measure the starting leg heights from the platform s travel surface to the ground or Celebration Footer PadTM making sure the platform sits just below the door threshold A A B B C C D D E E F...

Page 106: ...the legs are plumb 20 2 Set the first 6 ramp section 20 2 1 Place the section upright on sawhorses with the tongue side facing forwards Attach universal brackets and bolts for the handrails and legs...

Page 107: ...wo 2 sets of handrails and three 3 legs needed for this platform If a T Post will be used for the corner handrails insert a universal bracket for the T Post 20 4 2 Select the shortest leg that is at l...

Page 108: ...ry the ramp section over and attach the tongue side into the groove of the platform 20 5 6 Using a level make sure the ramp section is level across the ramp and at the correct slope Make sure the BTP...

Page 109: ...re correctly placed before final adjustments 20 7 1 Confirm the pitch is correct with a laser level and use a string to check that the slope is consistent within ramp runs 20 7 2 Stretch the string fr...

Page 110: ...Once everything is aligned tighten bolt to join two elbow halves 20 9 2 Measure and cut handrails at starting section 20 9 2 1 Align the handrails on the seam with the longer ramp handrails up towards...

Page 111: ...section 20 10 Corner handrail options for 5 x5 turn platforms 20 10 1 Option 1 Diagonal railing using elbows A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED B...

Page 112: ...ll the vertical support of the T Post as close to the corner as possible 20 10 2 2 Starting with the inside corner of the T post insert elbows into the ramp handrails and measure the cut mark on the T...

Page 113: ...an Allen key A B C D E F OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL NOTE Always install connector with set screw facing ground Tighten C...

Page 114: ...FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 O...

Page 115: ...o verify the bracket install A successful install will not allow the tongue to disengage from the groove 20 11 8 Place all leg caps corner guards and end caps needed A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP E...

Page 116: ...ls secure Run your hands across all railings to check for any sharp edges or burrs 20 11 10 Have the ramp user s traverse the ramp to make sure they feel comfortable and are happy with the result befo...

Page 117: ...a 5x10 switchback platform with a final 7 of ramping to the ground Overall height is 19 21 Layout Configuration 2 Switchback Ramp PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND AC...

Page 118: ...ter adjustments 21 1 3 Measure the starting leg heights from the platform s travel surface to the ground or Celebration Footer PadTM making sure the platform sits just below the door threshold A A B B...

Page 119: ...niversal brackets and bolts for the handrails and legs 21 2 2 Mount the handrails hand tightening the bolts to allow for later adjustments 21 2 3 Determine the leg height For a 1 12 pitch ramp the leg...

Page 120: ...over and attach the tongue side into the groove of the platform 21 2 6 Using the level adjust the legs so the ramp section is level across the ramp at the appropriate slope and the legs are plumb 21...

Page 121: ...Mount the leg to the bolts of the switchback bracket 21 5 Set the second 5 x5 turn platform 21 5 1 Repeat steps 1 6 of Step 4 however there will only be two 2 legs placed opposite the tongue 21 5 2 In...

Page 122: ...ramp and at the correct slope Make sure the BTP is fully supported and firmly on the ground across its length 21 7 Check ramp components are correctly placed before final adjustments 21 7 1 Confirm t...

Page 123: ...f of the elbow into top adjoining handrail 21 9 1 3 Lock elbow into handrail by tightening Allen bolt clockwise 21 9 1 4 Repeat for second half of elbow to bottom adjoining handrail 21 9 1 5 Check ali...

Page 124: ...ess for the interior handrails starting with the T Post on the starting platform A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND...

Page 125: ...ce Ensure flange nut is tight to secure leg A B C D E F OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL NOTE Always install connector with se...

Page 126: ...rm Brackets A A B B C C D D E E F F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIF...

Page 127: ...the groove A B C D E F 1 1 OF NATIONAL RAMP DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS AND ACTUAL INSTALL A B C D E F 1 FOOT PLACEMENT DIMENSIONS MUST BE VERIFIED BASED ON FIELD CONDITIONS...

Page 128: ...ll railings to clear any remaining burrs 21 10 10 Have the ramp user s traverse the ramp to make sure they feel comfortable and are happy with the result before reviewing maintenance and care OF NATIO...

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Page 132: ...improper installation or which has been repaired outside Manufacturer s place of business in any way as in the reasonable judgment of Manufacturer to adversely affect its performance and reliability n...

Page 133: ...nufacturer DISCLAIMER THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARR...

Page 134: ...plastic shovel or stiff broom to clear the ramp surface directly The ramp should periodically be checked to ensure that connections remain tight and parts such as Celebration Footer Pads corner cover...

Page 135: ...ur freedom To register your ramp for warranty kindly send an email to HAWarranty nationalramp com asking for your warranty link and have the following information available Date Ramp Was Installed Ram...

Page 136: ...much that we started a monthly photo contest Send us your best photo of your ramp to marketing nationalramp com If your ramp picture is better than the rest we will send you a 100 gift card If your ra...

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