Section 6: Returning Handrail At Closure - EZ-ACCESS PATHWAY HD Code Compliant Modular Access System Installation Supplement Manual

IN RETURNING HANDRAIL AT CLOSURE
6.
6.1. Align the lower hole in the handrail bracket with the hole in the handrail bracket standoff. Hold
(clamp if needed) the assembly on the side of the platform angle post, then trim the short leg of
the 1-1/2" diameter 90° bend ("90° bend") until the long leg of the 90° bend aligns with saddle of
the handrail bracket while the short leg extends over the swaged end of the top transition bend as
far as possible (FIG. 6.1).
If the step handrail continues and is connected to another handrail component, such as
a ramp handrail or the handrail from another step, do not follow the instructions in this
section but skip ahead to 'CONNECT STEP HANDRAIL TO RAMP HANDRAIL' SECTION.
The procedure for installing the handrail return at the closure is the same for two-line rails and
picketed guard closures.
6.2. Use a file to deburr all sharp edges from trimming.
6.3. Level the long leg of the 90° bend with respect to the platform and hold in place (clamp if needed).
Make sure the saddle of the handrail bracket is still in contact with the underside of the 90° bend
6.4.
(remove and re-clamp if needed), then use the hole in handrail bracket/handrail bracket standoff
assembly as a template to mark and drill a 3/8" hole through the platform angle post.
Attach the handrail bracket/handrail bracket standoff assembly to the platform angle post using a
6.5.
5/16"-18 x 2-1/2" button head socket cap screw, 5/16"-18 locknut, and 5/16" flat washer oriented
as shown (FIG. 6.1).
6.6. Tighten all fasteners securely.
Installation Supplement for PATHWAY® HD Steps
FIG. 6.1
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