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EZ-ACCESS RAILWAY Instructions Manual

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RAILWAY™
Modular Handrail System
Patented components.
LIFETIME WARRANTY. Please register at www.ezaccess.com/warranty-satisfaction.
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Manufactured in the USA
21234 REV 4-4-2024

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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 The RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System provides a quick and easy way to add handrails and barriers to almost any deck or porch and is available in 3 kits. These kits are designed to be combined and configured to create the layout you need, and can be easily mounted to an existing structure for an added level of safety.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 7: RETURNING HANDRAILS AND BARRIERS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE ........14-15 SECTION 8: MOUNTING POST BASES ........................15 SECTION 9: FINAL STEPS ............................15 SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY ......................15 EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 3 of 16...

  • Page 4: Section 1: Getting Started

    1.4. Before each use, confirm the handrail system is secure and assembled per the instructions. Contact your installer for any necessary adjustments. 2. PACKAGE CONTENTS Contents may vary depending on kit purchased. KIT 1 – RAILWAY POST KIT IMAGE DESCRIPTION (NOT SHOWN TO ACTUAL SIZE) SQUARE POST 1-1/2”...
  • Page 5 KIT 2 – RAILWAY POST WITH 5’ HANDRAIL AND BARRIER KIT IMAGE DESCRIPTION (NOT SHOWN TO ACTUAL SIZE) SQUARE POST 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” x 36” ROUND HANDRAIL TUBE 1-1/2” x 60” SQUARE BARRIER 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” x 59-1/2” TOP MOUNT POST BASE 5”...
  • Page 6 KIT 2 – RAILWAY POST WITH 5’ HANDRAIL AND BARRIER KIT (CONT’D.) IMAGE DESCRIPTION (NOT SHOWN TO ACTUAL SIZE) INSTRUCTIONS KIT 3 – RAILWAY 5’ STAIR HANDRAIL KIT IMAGE DESCRIPTION (NOT SHOWN TO ACTUAL SIZE) SQUARE POST 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” x 36”...
  • Page 7 KIT 3 – RAILWAY 5’ STAIR HANDRAIL KIT (CONT’D.) IMAGE DESCRIPTION (NOT SHOWN TO ACTUAL SIZE) SCREW 1/4”-14 x 1” SELF-DRILLING, SELF-TAPPING HEX WASHER HEAD ADJUSTABLE CLOSURE ELBOW SCREW 5/16”-18 x 3/4” FLAT HEAD SOCKET CAP SCREW #8-18 x 3/4” SELF-DRILLING, SELF-TAPPING...

  • Page 8: Section 3: Popular Configurations

    (FIG. 4.2). Assembled posts are 62.094” center-to-center when assembled. Because this dimension is difficult to field measure, assemble the handrail posts and handrails before mounting bases to landings. FIG. 4.1 FIG. 4.2 EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 8 of 16...

  • Page 9: Section 5: Handrail Assembly And Installation

    5.1. LANDING HANDRAILS: The following steps outline the assembly and installation instructions for combining Kit 1 (RAILWAY Post Kit) and Kit 2 (RAILWAY Post with 5’ Handrail and Barrier Kit) to create a handrail system. 5.1.1. The handrail system uses 1-1/2” x 60” round tubes for handrails and includes the hardware for post attachment.
  • Page 10 5.1.8. The lower handrail, if present, can be placed at any height but is commonly placed 12” to 14” below the upper rail (FIG. 5.3). 1/4”-14 X 1” LONG SELF-DRILLING, SELF-TAPPING HEX WASHER HEAD SCREW (2/ATTACHMENT PLATE) FIG. 5.2 12”-14” TYPICAL TYPICAL FIG. 5.3 EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 10 of 16...
  • Page 11 (FIG. 5.6). 5.2.9. Attach the 1-1/2” diameter handrail tube with closure elbow halves installed by reassembling the closure elbows (FIG. 5.6). EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 11 of 16...
  • Page 12 Tighten securely but use caution not to overtighten and strip threads (FIG. 5.6). FIG. 5.5 1-1/2” DIAMETER HANDRAIL TUBE TRIMMED TO MEASURED DISTANCE FIG. 5.6 EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 12 of 16...

  • Page 13: Section 6: Barrier Installation

    6.6. Loosen and retighten the flat head socket cap screws if needed as they will not be accessible once the barrier is installed (FIG. 6.1). FIG. 6.1 EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 13 of 16...

  • Page 14: Section 7: Returning Handrails And Barriers To An Existing Structure

    Failure to attach to a structurally sound surface may result in property damage, serious injury, and or death. 7.5 Repeat the steps in Section 7 for all remaining handrails and barriers. EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 14 of 16...

  • Page 15: Section 8: Mounting Post Bases

    10.1.2. Clean the handrail system using a damp cloth or soft brush with soap and water. Avoid caustic, or alkaline detergents and solutions. For the safety of all users, it is important to keep your handrail system clear of snow, ice, and other debris. EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 15 of 16...
  • Page 16 Thank you for choosing EZ-ACCESS ® for your accessibility needs. We’d love to hear from you! 1-800-451-1903 www.ezaccess.com EZ-ACCESS® RAILWAY™ Modular Handrail System Instructions 16 of 16...

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