EZ-ACCESS PATHWAY HD Code Compliant Modular Access System Installation Manual page 45

5.4.12. Measure the gap between the 1-1/2" square x 42-7/16" long closure post and the
5.4.13. Locate the 1-1/2" diameter round tube and cut to the length measured in the
5.4.14. Using a metal file, remove any sharp edges left from cutting.
5.4.15. Place 5/16"-18 round threaded inserts into both ends of the 1-1/2" diameter round
5.4.16. Attach 1-1/2" diameter round tube to platform angle post using a 5/16"-18 x 1" hex
5.4.17. Attach the other end of the tube to the closure post using a 5/16"-18 x 2-1/4" long
5.4.18. Insert a square tube plug and fully seat into the top of the closure post. Use a rubber
5.4.19. Tighten all fasteners securely.
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platform angle post (FIG. 5.16).
previous step, less 1/8" to account for the threaded inserts which will be installed
after cutting.
Use a rubber mallet or similar tool to fully seat as needed.
tube (FIG. 5.16).
bolt through a 5/16" flat washer and into the 5/16"-18 round threaded insert
installed in the tube.
hex bolt through a 5/16" flat washer, the uppermost hole in the closure post and,
into the 5/16"-18 round threaded insert (FIG. 5.16).
mallet or similar tool to fully seat as needed. If necessary, use construction adhesive
to bond the plug in place.
FIG. 5.16
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