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Assembly Manual
PATHWAY
Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit
®
Configuration shown with straight ramp run and 4' x 4' top platform.
However, there are multiple configurations and sizes
available. See inside manual for additional information.
LIFETIME WARRANTY. Please register at www.ezaccess.com/warranty-satisfaction.
®
© EZ-ACCESS
, a division of Homecare Products, Inc. All rights reserved.
All text and images contained in this document are proprietary and may not be shared, modified, distributed,
reproduced, or reused without the express written permission of EZ-ACCESS.
Manufactured in the USA
21123 REV 07-07-2023

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  • Page 1 , a division of Homecare Products, Inc. All rights reserved. All text and images contained in this document are proprietary and may not be shared, modified, distributed, reproduced, or reused without the express written permission of EZ-ACCESS. Manufactured in the USA...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Throughout this manual, the term “system” refers to the entire PATHWAY® Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit, including all components and hardware which are intended to be assembled on the PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit. SYMBOLS The WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. The safety warnings throughout this manual, and on your equipment, if any, are for the protection of people and property.
  • Page 3 DIGGING TOOLS (IF AN OBSTACLE NEEDS TO BE REMOVED) ✓ ✓ 5/16” DRILL BIT HACKSAW ✓ ✓ 5/32” ALLEN WRENCH 25’ TAPE MEASURE ✓ ✓ 3/16” ALLEN WRENCH CONSTRUCTION ADHESIVE ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 3 of 40...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 8: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT LANDING PAD ..............................37 RAMP LOWER TRANSITION ..........................38 SECTION 9: MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY ......................39 SECTION 10: DEICING .............................. 39 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 4 of 40...

  • Page 5: Section 1: Configurations

    1. CONFIGURATIONS PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kits are available in three basic configurations: straight, L-shaped, and U-shaped, with two platform sizes available, 4’ x 4’ and 5’ x 5’. All systems feature solid surface tread and Two-Line handrails. CONFIGURATION #...

  • Page 6: Section 2: Basic System Components

    INCLUDES BASE FEET SHOWN ASSEMBLED PRHBPR – RAMP HANDRAIL END BRACKET (PAIR) PRRUC – UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR – RAMP TO RAMP INCLUDES COMPONENTS TO CONNECT RAMPS AND RAMP HANDRAILS ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 6 of 40...
  • Page 7 RAMP HANGER PAIR PRUT – RAMP UPPER TRANSITION INCLUDES RAMP CORNER PROTECTORS PRHRLU – UPPER HANDRAIL END LOOP PRHRLL – LOWER HANDRAIL END LOOP PUAB – UNIVERSAL ANGLE BRACE ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 7 of 40...

  • Page 8: Section 3: Platforms

    W/TWO-LINE HANDRAILS KEY PLATFORM COMPONENTS PPPC – CONNECTOR – PLATFORM TO PLATFORM PBP36 – BRIDGE PLATE CLOSURE OPTION PPCTL – TWO-LINE HANDRAIL CLOSURE PTBCTL – TWO-LINE HANDRAIL CLOSURE U-SHAPED ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 8 of 40...
  • Page 9 ADDITIONAL OPTIONS PLP – LANDING PAD PRLT – RAMP LOWER TRANSITION ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 9 of 40...

  • Page 10: Install Platforms

    FIG. 3.1 Straight FIG. 3.2 L-shaped FIG. 3.3 U-shaped Two 5’ x 5’ platforms shown combined to make a 5’ x 10’ U-shaped. FIG. 3.1 FIG. 3.2 FIG. 3.3 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 10 of 40...

  • Page 11: Install Support Tubes And Feet, Then Adjust Platform Height

    3.2.5. Place the platform (with support tubes attached) into the upright position. Do not let the weight of the platform bear on the support tubes while tipping the platform upright. FIG. 3.4 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 11 of 40...

  • Page 12: Connect Two Platforms Together

    3.3.8. Adjust the platform heights and level as needed. Make sure all the set screws in both the platform corner pockets and the platform connectors are tightened securely before proceeding with the installation. ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 12 of 40...
  • Page 13 FIG. 3.5 FIG. 3.6 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 13 of 40...

  • Page 14: Install Universal Angle Brace - Platforms

    For added stability, any platform with a walking surface over 36” high requires bracing. The PUAB (PATHWAY ANGLE BRACE) is used for all surfaces with an elevation of 36” and up. 3.4.1. Angle braces come in pairs. Use four pairs per platform (one pair per support tube, or side) or six pairs when two platforms are connected.

  • Page 15: Section 4: Ramps

    (FIG. 4.2). 4.1.6. Turn the joined ramps to their upright position, being careful not to damage the threaded studs. FIG. 4.1 FIG. 4.2 (BOTTOM VIEW) (BOTTOM VIEW) ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 15 of 40...

  • Page 16: Install Ramps On Platforms

    Do not attempt to walk on the system until assembly is complete. FIG. 4.3 FIG. 4.4 (TOP VIEW) (TOP VIEW) ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 16 of 40...

  • Page 17: Attach Support Leg Brackets And Legs To Ramps

    4.3.2. Attach the bracket using the provided 5/16” flat washers and 5/16”-18 nylon insert locknuts onto the studs but do not tighten fully until the bracket has been leveled. FIG. 4.5 FIG. 4.6 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 17 of 40...
  • Page 18 Ensure that the ramp sections are parallel to each other. If they are not, it may be difficult to install the handrails (FIG. 4.7). 4.3.10. Ensure that all bolts are tight and that the ramp sections are aligned parallel to one another. FIG. 4.7 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 18 of 40...

  • Page 19: Install Universal Angle Brace - Ramps

    1/4” x 1” long self-drilling screw. Ensure that all braces are secured before using the ramp. FIG. 4.8 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 19 of 40...

  • Page 20: Install Ramp Ground Transition

    4.5.7. If connecting the lowest end of the ramp to a PLP (LANDING PAD) use a PRLT (RAMP LOWER TRANSITION) instead of a PRGT (RAMP GROUND TRANSITION). Please see ‘OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT’ for instructions. ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 20 of 40...
  • Page 21 MIDDLE SECTION OF RAMP GROUND TRANSITION UPPER SECTION OF RAMP GROUND TRANSITION INSTALLED FIG. 4.12 LOWER SECTION OF RAMP GROUND TRANSITION MIDDLE SECTION OF RAMP GROUND TRANSITION INSTALLED FIG. 4.13 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 21 of 40...

  • Page 22: Install A Single Ramp Run To An Existing Structure

    4.6.5. Maneuver the ramp to its desired position (FIG. 4.16). ENSURE THAT THE RAMP UPPER TRANSITION OVERLAPS THE SUPPORTING SURFACE AS FAR AS POSSIBLE FIG. 4.15 FIG. 4.16 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 22 of 40...

  • Page 23: Anchor Ramp Upper Transition

    Ramp Upper Transition. If the Ramp Upper Transition is being attached to a surface other than an aluminum platform provided as part of the system, the appropriate anchors may need to be purchased/used. ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 23 of 40...

  • Page 24: Bridge Plate

    Ensure that at least 1” on each of the supporting edges of the plate is supported on a good, sound construction surface that is free from defects (FIG. 4.19). FIG. 4.19 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 24 of 40...

  • Page 25: Section 5: Handrails

    Attach with 5/16” flat washers and 5/16”-18 nuts but tighten only enough to hold the handrail in place. 5.1.2.6. Repeat for the remaining handrails in the run, then tighten all fasteners securely. ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 25 of 40...

  • Page 26: Assemble Platform Handrails

    5.2.2. Using holes shown (FIG. 5.3) for platform handrails, pre-assemble handrails by inserting a 5/16”-18 x 1” hex bolt through a 5/16” flat washer, the angle post, and into a 5/16”-18 round threaded insert in the handrails and curb. FIG. 5.3 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 26 of 40...

  • Page 27: Install Platform Handrails

    5.3.7. Install an angle cap on top of each handrail post. Use construction adhesive to bond the cap in place (FIG. 5.3). 5.3.8. Ensure all fasteners are tightened securely. FIG. 5.4 FIG. 5.5 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 27 of 40...

  • Page 28: Section 6: Closures

    (FIG. 6.2). 6.1.5.2. Measure the gap between the face and the post (FIG. 6.2). FIG. 6.1 FIG. 6.2 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 28 of 40...
  • Page 29 5/16”-18 round threaded insert into the end which will attach to the post (FIG. 6.3). 6.1.10. Reassemble the elbow with the screw and nut (FIG. 6.4). 1-1/2” DIAMETER TUBE TRIMMED TO FIT GAP LESS 1/16” FIG. 6.3 FIG. 6.4 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 29 of 40...
  • Page 30 4” above the platform deck with the short leg aligned with the post. Orient the bracket so that the long leg is on the same side as and parallel to the platform post (FIG. 6.7). FIG. 6.5 FIG. 6.6 FIG. 6.7 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 30 of 40...
  • Page 31 (FIG. 6.9). Tighten securely but use caution not to overtighten and strip the threads. 6.1.21. Ensure all fasteners are tightened securely. 1-1/2” X 2” CURB TRIMMED TO FIT GAP LESS 1/8” FIG. 6.8 FIG. 6.9 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 31 of 40...

  • Page 32: Closure - Lower Rail

    (FIG. 6.12). Tighten securely but use caution not to overtighten and strip the threads. FIG. 6.10 FIG. 6.11 1-1/2” DIAMETER TUBE TRIMMED TO FIT GAP LESS 1/8” FIG. 6.12 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 32 of 40...

  • Page 33: U-Shaped Closure

    6.3.2. Install the upper rail, curb, and lower rail as described in the ‘HANDRAILS’ section. 6.3.3. FIG. 6.13 shows the completed assembly. RAMPS ASSEMBLED IN U-SHAPED CONFIGURATION PLATFORMS ASSEMBLED IN U-SHAPED CONFIGURATION (5’ X 5’ PLATFORMS SHOWN) FIG. 6.13 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 33 of 40...

  • Page 34: Section 7: Final Platform/Ramp Steps And Checks

    1/4” x 1” long self-drilling screws to secure the clip to the platform side rail (FIG. 7.2). 7.1.5. Top view of the completed process (FIG. 7.3). FIG. 7.1 FIG. 7.2 FIG. 7.3 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 34 of 40...

  • Page 35: Install Ramp Handrail End Loops

    An alternate method is to pre-drill the hole with a 1/8” drill bit. 7.2.2.2. Using a screwdriver, hand tighten the screw until no threads remain exposed. FIG. 7.4 FIG. 7.5 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 35 of 40...

  • Page 36: Install Ramp Corner Protectors

    7.5.3. Remove any metal chips and other assembly debris. 7.5.4. Ensure that the system’s level and slope have not shifted during assembly. 7.5.5. Ensure that all handrail ends are covered with loops. FIG. 7.7 FIG. 7.8 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 36 of 40...

  • Page 37: Section 8: Optional Equipment

    The ramp must be installed on the side marked for ramp attachment. 8.1.3. After installing the bottom plate, install #8-32 hex washer head thread cutting screws into the screw slots on both sides (FIG. 8.2). FIG. 8.1 FIG. 8.2 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 37 of 40...

  • Page 38: Ramp Lower Transition

    8.2.3. Ensure that the lower transition extends fully onto the pad. 8.2.4. Attach the ramp’s lower transition to the landing pad using two provided 1/4” self-drilling screws (FIG. 8.4). FIG. 8.3 FIG. 8.4 ® PATHWAY Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Kit Assembly Manual Page 38 of 40...

  • Page 39: Section 9: Maintenance And Safety

    For the safety of all users, it is important to keep your system clear of snow, ice, and other debris. Always follow the deicing agent manufacturer’s directions. EZ-ACCESS will not be held responsible for any injuries or damages that arise from the information provided. ALWAYS check with the deicing product’s manufacturer or your local supplier to determine which method is best for your situation.
  • Page 40 ® Thank you for choosing EZ-ACCESS for your accessibility needs. www.ezaccess.com...

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