EZ-ACCESS TITA MODULAR ACCESS SYSTEM - Manual (Page 17)

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7. INSTALLING HANDRAILS:
7.1 Ramp handrails are supplied in left and right pairs and are not interchangeable.
7.1.1 Starting at the lower end of ramp system, attach first handrail section by aligning holes in
the handrail brackets with the holes in the guard vertical posts (FIG. 31). Secure with one
5/16”-18 x 2 1/2” button head bolt, washers and nylock nut (place two washers and nylock
nut on outside of ramp).
7.1.2 Repeat on all three handrail brackets per handrail section. Secure bolts, but do not tighten.
7.1.3 Install handrails on opposite side in the same manner.
7.1.4 Install 4” joiner assembly to up hill end of the previously installed handrail section (FIG.
32), passing the next handrail section over the joiner assembly, then secure to guardrail in
same manner as previous handrail.
7.1.5 Continue until all ramp handrail sections are installed.
7.1.6 Once all handrails are connected tighten all fasteners connecting handrails to guards, as
well as guards to ramps and joiners, securely.
FIG. 31 FIG. 32
8. INSTALLING HANDRAIL ATTACHMENTS:
8.1 There are five different handrail attachments that may be used in different combinations to
finish the handrail installation:
 Lower loop (FIG. 33a)
 Upper loop (FIG. 33b)
 5-degree elbow (FIG. 33c)
 90-degree elbow (FIG. 33d) Note: 90 degree elbow will require trimming to size.
When using with a joiner, DO NOT trim more than 3/8” off the short leg of the
90 degree elbow as this will not allow the joiner to seat properly
 Adjustable elbow (FIG. 33e)
 Dual termination loop (FIG. 33f)
FIG. 33a FIG. 33b FIG. 33c FIG. 33d FIG. 33e FIG. 33f