The EZ-ACCESS® PATHWAY® MODULAR Ramp System was built to address the acce ss i bi lity needs of
the residential market. We have created a whole new concept f or designing, ordering, and installing the
perfect modular ramp system. Particular attention to appearance, ease of installation, and durability are
key to our design.
COMPANY PROFILE
Since 1984, we have been in the business of manufacturing and pr oviding mobility and
personal care accessories to the home health care industry. It started with just one prod uct ,
the EZ-SHAMPOO
Deanne Sandvold.
Today, EZ-ACCESS
trademarked, and man ufact ured our l ine of EZ-ACCESS portable ramps for over 2 0 years. We are
focused on supportin g our cust omers thr ough a co mm itment to q uality, customer service
excellence, and distr ibutio n suppor t.
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, and the company’s tw o fo unders: Glenda Everard and he r daught er ,
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is the leading manu facturer of port able whe elchair ra mps, ha ving introd uced,
FEATURES & BENEFITS
CONSTRUCTION
Designed with ADA spec ificat i ons, section 4.8, in mind
Sides are finished and flush, with no hazardous nuts or bolts protruding onto the usable
ramp area
Ramps and platforms are ma de of lightweight and rust-resistant aluminum
All components feature captured fasteners
Extruded skid resistant surface
Integrated independently adjustable supports
850 pound weight capacity
Rail joiners require no drilling or riveting
Welded construction
CONVENIENCE
Unmatched customer service! Whether you have a simple question or need help with
your ramp system design, we are here for you
Easy installation ! Set up a 24’ system, including handrails, in less than 30 minutes
Configure a ramp system for al m ost any site
Ramps, handrails, and pla t forms are pre-assembled
No anchoring into concrete footings is required
Low maintenance
Universal Platforms allow change of directio n
Quick shipping
ATTRACTIVE
Brushed, architectural finish on handrails improves grip, and can be easily co s m et ic ally
refurbished in the field, ensuring superior appearance (optional powder coated finish
available)
Architecturally design ed f or a clean, modern appearance
An asset that can be move d, reused, or res old
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ADA OVERVIEW
EZ-ACCESS® manufactures ramps for residential use only and is not to be used for commercial
purposes. To ensure the highest quality and safety possible, EZ-ACCESS Modular ramps were
designed with the ADA specifications in mind.
Although not binding to personal residences, these standards should be taken into consideration
when purchasing a modul ar r am p.
WHERE DO MODULAR RAMPS FIT IN?
As it relates to ramps, the AD AAG specifies how steep (incline) a ramp must be, ramp width, handrail
design, etc. The EZ-ACCESS PATHWAY
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Modular Ramp System was designed with the ADAAG
requirements in mind. Although a ramp system instal led at a pr ivate residence typically is not
obligated to meet ADAAG r equirements, by following these guidelines the end user is assured
acceptable levels of convenience, comfort, and safety :
4.8.1 GENERAL
Any part of an accessible rout e with a slope greater than 1:20 shal l be co nsidered a ramp and shall
comply with 4.8.
4.8.2 SLOPE AND RISE
The maximum slope of a ramp in new construc tion shall be 1:12. The maximum ris e f or any single
ramp run shall be 30-inch es (760 mm). Curb ra m ps and ramps to be constructed on ex isting sites or
in existing buildings or facilities shall be permitted to have slopes and rises provided spa ce l imitations
prohibit use of a 1:12 may hav e slopes and rises as follows (4.1.6):
1) A slope betw een 1:10 and 1:12 is allowed for a m aximum rise of 6-inches.
2) A slope betw een 1:8 and 1:10 is allowed for a max i mu m rise of 3-inches. A slope
steeper than 1:8 is not allowed.
4.8.3 CLEAR WIDTH
The minimum clear w idth of a ra mp shall be 36-inches (915 mm) (see FIG A).
4.8.4 LANDING
Ramps shall have level la ndi ngs ( platforms) at the bottom and top o f each ramp and each ramp
run. Landings shall have the foll ow ing features:
1) Landin g w idt h shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading to it.
2) Landin g length shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) m inimum clear.
3) Ramps t hat change direction at landings (p latf orms) shall have a 5’x 5’ (1525 mm by
1525 mm) minimum landing (platfor m).
4) If a doorway is located at a landing (platfor m), t hen the area in front of the doorway
shall comply with 4.13.6.
4.13.6 MANE UV E RING C LEARANCES A T DOOR S
Minimum maneuvering cl earances at doors that are not aut omatic or power assisted shall
be as shown in FIG A. The floor or gr ound area within the require d cle ar ances shall be
level and clear.
4.8.5 HA NDRAILS
If a ramp run has a rise greater than 6-inches (150 mm) or a run great er t han 72-inches (1833 mm),
then it shall have handrail s on both sides. Handrails shall co m ply with 4.26 and have the following
features:
1) Handrails shall be provided along both s ide s of ramp segments. The inside handrail on
switchback (turn back plat form) or dogleg (turn platform) ramps shall always be continuous.
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ADA OVERVIEW, CONT’D
2) If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least 12-inches (305 m m) beyond the
top and bottom of the ramp segment and shall be parallel with the f loor or gr ound surface
(see FIG A).
3) The clear space between the handrail and the wall shall be 1½-inches (38 mm).
4) Gripp ing s ur fa c es shall be continuous.
5) Top of handr ail gripping surface shal l be mou nted between 34” and 38” (865 mm and 965
mm) above ramp surfaces.
6) Ends of h andrails shall be either rounded or returned smoothly to floor, w all, or post.
7) Handrails shall not rotate within their f ittings.
4.8.6 CROS S SLOPE AND SURFACES
The cross slope of ramp surfac es shall be no greater than 1:50; ramp surf aces shall comply with 4.5:
4.5.1 GENERAL
Ground and floor surfaces along accessible routes and in acces s ib le rooms and spaces
including floors, walks, r amp s, stairs, and curb ramps, shall be sta ble, firm, slipresistant and comply with 4. 5.
4.8.7 EDGE PROTECTION
Ramps and landings (platf or m s) w it h dr op-offs shall have curbs, walls, r ai lin gs, or projecting surfaces
that prevent people from slipping off the ramp. Curbs shall be a minimum of 2-inches (50 mm) high
(see FIG A).
4.8.8 OUTDOOR CONDITIONS
Outdoor ramps and their approaches shall be designed so t hat water will not accumulate on walking
surfaces.
PORTIONS OF THE ADA OVERVIEW TEXT WERE TAKEN FROM
CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS, ADA STANDARDS FOR ACCESSIBLE DESIGN 28CFR PART 36
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ADA OVERVIEW, CONT’D
FIG A
EXAMPLES OF EDGE PROTECTION AND HANDRAIL EXTENSIONS
FIG B
MANEUVERING CLEARANCES AT DOORS
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SITE EVALUATION
1) DISCUSS THE NEEDS OF THE CUSTOMER
Evaluate the ramp site and explain to your customer the guidelines relating to a 1:12 slope (12 inches of ramp
to one inch of rise, or 4.8°). There are times that a site may not allow for this incline; this and other
considerations need to be addressed for each site evaluation.
2)PICK A START AND END POINT FOR THE RAMP
What is the approximate workable area that the ramp system can occupy? For a wheelchair to transition
smoothly onto or off from the ramp, the top and bottom of the ramp should be placed on a firm, level surface.
Are platforms or landing pads needed? (Guidelines suggest a 5’ x 5’ maneuvering area, which can be either a
porch or platform.) Consider these variations:
CONNECTS TO EXISTING PORCH
A)
If the top of the ramp connects to a porch, account for the door swing and chair maneuvering room
(FIG B).
B) OVER AN EXISTING PORCH OR STEPS
If the platform is over an existing porch, be aware that the deck of the platform will be 3½-inches
higher than the surface of the porch or steps. If the door (or screen door) swings outward, the
platform will not allow the door to open. If this happens, two options are available:
i. A custom porch platform is available that adds only 1½” to the height of the porch surface.
ii. Mount the platform flush to the front edge of the porch.
C) DIRECTLY AGAINST A DOOR (WITHOUT PORCH)
If a platform used is directly against a door it is best to keep the platform surface even with the
doorway threshold.
IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO CONNECT A RAMP DIRECTLY TO A DOOR WITHOUT A LANDING.
D)
This does not allow safe maneuvering room to open the door.
3)IS THE PORCH WOOD OR CONCRETE?
The upper end of the ramp or platform must be attached to the porch. Fasteners are supplied that will attach
to either wood or concrete (a masonry bit or rotary
hammer will be necessary for the concrete fasteners).
4) MEASURE THE TOTAL RISE (see diagram at right)
A) The length of the ramp needed is determined by
the total rise (the vertical height of the area
requiring a ramp). The total rise is the difference
in height between the top of the steps or landing
and the ground. Using a builder’s level or tape
measure, determine the rise and keep in mind
that this measurement always includes door
thresholds, steps, and all slopes down to the
lowest area (uneven yard, etc.).
B) Once this height is determined, (i.e., 40” rise), measure out 40’ to see if there are additional drops or
difference in rise due to uneven yard, etc.
5)CONSIDER HANDRAILS
EZ-ACCESS, along with most regulatory agencies and building codes, recommends the use of handrails for
all modular ramps. A minimum of 1½” of outside clearance is needed for finger allowance (see ADA 4.8.5 for
additional information on handrails).
When handrails are attached, the overall outside width of the ramp is 43” (includes handrails as well as
supports). When measuring for the system, be sure to allow for 43”.
6)LOOK FOR OBSTACLES
Describe any porch railings, trees, shrubs, etc. that may interfere with the ramps, platforms, platform support
tubes, rails, and ramp support assemblies.
7)COMBINED LENGTH
What is the combined length of ramp system (NOT including platforms)?
8)DETERMINE SURFACE
What type of surface is at the bottom of the ramp? Is it level and suitable for wheelchair use?
9)COMPLETE “SITE EVALUATION WORKSHEET” and QUOTE RAMP
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SITE EVALUATION
SECTION 1 - JOB SITE & END-USER INFORMATION
TODAY’S DATE
END USER LAST NAME
END USER FIRST NAME
TELEPHONE
JOB SITE ADDRESS
CITY
STATE
ZIP
SECTION 2 – EVALUATOR INFORMATION
EVALUATION DATE
EVALUATION COMPANY NAME
EVALUATOR’S NAME
TELEPHONE
EVALUATOR’S ADDRESS
CITY
STATE
ZIP
SECTION 3 – CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
TOTAL RISE
ENTRANCE
NOTES
modified, distributed, reproduced, or used without the express written permission of EZ-ACCESS.
SITE EVALUATION WORKSHEET
FRONT REAR SIDE GARAGE
SCALE: 1 SQUARE = 1 FOOT (BE SURE TO NOTE OBSTACLES SUCH AS DRIVEWAY, SIDEWALKS, TREES, SHRUBS, ETC.)
are proprietary and may not be shared, modified, distributed, reproduced, or reused without the
express written permission of EZ-ACCESS
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, a division of Homecare Products, Inc.
ARCHITECTURAL SPECS
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT
a. The product described herein, manufactured by EZ-ACCESS
consisting of ramp sections, platforms, r ai ls, and supports that are selected to provide adequ ate
ramping height.
1.2 QUALI TY A SSU RA NCE
a. The ramp may be subject to state, local, and city approval prior to installation and subject to
inspection after insta llation.
1.3 REFERENCE CODES
a. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT HANDBOOK (published by the Equal Employment
Opportunity Comm ission a nd the U.S. Depart ment of Just ice, pub lication EEOC-BK-19).
1.4 SUBMITTALS
a. Shop drawings by contractor or manufacturer’s literature for approval. Drawings shall indicate
layout, unit locatio ns, unit id entif ication, con nect ions detai ls, supp ort items, a nd dim ensions.
b. A sample of the ramp trea ds show ing slip r esistant ram p surfac es.
1.5 DELIVE RY AND HA NDLING
a. The contractor shall inspect the components upon delivery to ensure that the proper materials
have been rece ived and ar e n ot d a mage d or def ect ive. Da maged or de fect ive mat eria ls s ha ll b e
removed from the sit e.
1.6 FIELD MEASUREMENTS
a. Verify that field meas ureme nts are as in dicate d on the placement of plans.
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is an al uminum modular ramp
1.7 WARRANTY
a. The manufacturer shall have in writing a warranty against any defect in materials and
workmanship for a per iod of thr ee (3) years.
PART 2 – OVERVIEW
2.1 OVERVIEW
a. All EZ-ACCESS
manufactured by E Z-ACCESS
2.2 MATERIALS
a. ENGINEERING
1. Ramp sections shall be designed to exceed 2009 International Residential Code (IRC)
uniform minimum distributed live load of 40 pounds per square foot (PSF) for balconies
fire escapes and stairs with a safety factor of 2 and a concentrated vertical load of 500
PSF. The overall weight ca pacity of 850 poun ds prov ides a m inimum sa fety fact or of 3.
b. MATERIALS
1. Ramp sections shal l be all alumi num con struction from alloys 6005, 6061 or 6063.
2. All structural fasteners which attach ramps together and handrails to ramps shall be of
grade 5 strength or hig her, and shall be zinc pl ated or zinc chromate finish.
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modular ramps and accessories shall be prefabricated modular units as
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. These ramps shal l be modular in desig n to allow for relocat ion.
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ARCHITECTURAL SPECS
c. DESIGN AND FABRICATION
1. Modular ramp units are to be built to shape, size, and finish as indicated on approved
drawings.
2. Ramp surface is to be continuous, without gaps, and shall have an extruded skid
resistant surface. Platform deck surface will be knurled to make skid resistance bidirectional.
3. Ramps shall be constructed of interlocking 1⅛” x 6” treads welded to the side rails.
4. All ramp sections shall have a 2” minimum curb height.
5. Top of all ramps must a ccept a full -width pivoting top adapter plate with a minimum
3” extension with a preformed angle between 8° and 12° with a skid resistant
surface.
6. Bottom of all ramps must accept a full-width pivoting bevel with a skid-resistant
surface from ramp to ground transition.
7. All fasteners shall be capt ur ed eit her on outside of ramp or under neath.
8. There shall be no fasteners pr ot r udi ng int o t he inner usable ramp or curb sur face.
2.3 PLATFOR MS
a. ENGINEERING
1. Platforms shall be designed to exceed 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) uniform
minimum distributed live load of 40 pounds per square foot (PSF) for balconies fire
escapes and stairs with a safety factor of 2 and a concentrated vertical load of 500 PSF.
The overall weight cap acity of 850 pou nds prov ides a min imum sa fety fact or of 3.
b. MATERIALS
1. Platform sections s hall be all al uminum c onstruct ion from alloys 6005, 6061 or 6063.
c. DESIGN AND FABRICATION
1. Platform units are to be built to shape, siz e, and f inish as in dicate d on appr oved dr awings.
1. Platform surface is to be continuous, without gaps, and shall have an extruded skidresistant surface, knur led to make skid resistance bi-directional.
2. Platforms shall be constructed of inter locking 1⅛ ” x 6” treads welded to the side rails.
3. Platforms shall be designed for varia ble height adjustment.
2.4 SUPPOR T LEG ASSEMBLIES
a. ENGINEERING
1. All support assemblies shall be designed to support the ramp and platform sections
specified in section s 2.2 an d 2.3.
2. Support assemblies shall be designed to hold the support tube (leg) vertical in all
locations regardless of slop e.
3. Support tubes (legs) shall
b. MATERIALS
1. Support assemblies shall be constructed of aluminum alloys 6005, 6061 or 6063 with
polymer feet.
2. All fasteners shall be grade 5 strengt h or higher w ith zinc pl ated or zin c chromate finis h.
c. DESIGN
1. Support tubes (legs) of the support as sembl ies shal l adjustable for variations in height.
2. All aluminum brackets shall be supplied for attachment of the ramps and/or platforms
to the proper support assembly.
3. All legs shall have a 7.375” x 7.375” squar e foot pad.
have a minimum wall thickness of .094”.
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ARCHITECTURAL SPECS
2.5 HANDRAILS
a. MATERIALS
1. Handrails shall be all aluminum construction from alloys 6061, 6063, or 6065.
b. DESIGN AND FABRI CAT I O N
1. Handrails shall be provided along both sides of ramp segments. The ins ide handrail
on turn platforms and dogleg r amps shall always be continuous. Gripping surfaces
shall be continuous, without interruption by newel posts, other construction elements,
or obstructions.
2. Handrails shall be 1½” diameter.
3. The top of the handrail gripping surfac e s hall be mounted between 30” and 34”
above the ramp surface, and the top of the intermediate rail shall be mounted
between 18” and 22” above t he r am p surface.
4. All handrail tubes shall be deburred and a ll sharp edges removed from gri pping
surfaces.
5. All handrails shall be supplied with brus hed, architectural finish (optional textured
powder coat finish availab le) .
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
a. Verify site conditions are ready to r eceive work of this section.
3.2 ASSEMBLY
a. Install prefabricated aluminum ramps according to manufacturer’s instructions and the
approved drawings without damage to shape or finish. Repair or replace any damaged
units.
b. Align and maintain uniform slope and horizontal joints as installat ion progresses.
c. Fasten units in place as indicated in s hop drawings or plans.
d. Install railings according to manufacturer’s instructions and as shown on approved
drawings.
3.3 MAINTENANCE
a. Ramp system must be maintained in ac c or dance with manufacturer’s instruct ions.
3.4 IMPORTANT NOTE
a. Specifications are subject to change w it hout notice.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
1. EZ-ACCESS
equipment shall be free from defects in material and workm anship under normal use and service for a period of
3-years from the date of original purchase. Thi s limit ed warranty appli es to the ori ginal purc haser only an d is non-transferable.
This limited war ranty is appli cable to defec tive metal str ucture component s only (exclud es powder coated f inish, appli ed nonskid tread, etc .) No part of this warranty will appl y to any equipm ent which h as been s ubject t o mis use, vandali sm, negli gence,
alteration, im proper l oads, acc ident, impr oper i nstal lati on, or w hic h has b een rep air ed outs ide M anufact urer ’s pl ace of busi ness
in any way as in t he reasonable judgment of Manufacturer, to ad versely affect its per formance and reliability, nor to normal
deterioration du e to wear, tear and exposure, cor rosion, or damage c aused by rain, f ire, eart hquake or other nat ural causes or
acts of nature.
2. Manuf acturer’s obli gation and purchas er’s sole remedy under this warrant y is limited to, at Manufacturer’s option, repairing or
replacing equipment which is returned t o its place of busines s and which, upon examinati on, shall disclos e to Manufacturer’s
reasonable sati s fact ion to have been defect ive. Ma nuf act ur er wi l l mak e t he repai r or r epl acem ent of defec t ive c ompon ent s at i ts
own expense. If Purchaser discovers a defect, he/she must call Manufacturer at 253-249-1101 to request a Return
Authorization (RA) to return the merchandise to Manufactur er.
3. If Manuf ac tur er deter mi nes, i n its s ole di scr et ion, to r epl ace t he equi pm ent wi t h eit her a new or r epair ed unit , pur c has er s hal l be
responsible for a charge prorated on the fol lowing basis: The purchaser will be allowed a credit agains t the purchase pri ce of
equivalent equipment at the time of return to Manufacturer, in proportion to the percentage of the warranted service life
remaining at the time of such return. Purchaser will be responsible to pay the balance of the purchase price of equivalent
equipment. Manufacturer reserves the right to require payment prior to delivery of the repaired/replaced equipment. In
calculating avai lable c redit, the remai ning warr anted s ervice l ife wi ll be rou nded up or down to the near est whol e year. YEARS
0-1: Unit repair ed or replaced; YEARS 1-2: Repair or 50% $ credit (current pur chase price multipli ed by credit percentage);
YEARS 2-3: Repair or 25% $ credit (curr ent purchase price mult iplied by credit percenta ge). This limited war ranty does not
cover removal or reinstallation. Manufacturer reserves the right to require Purchaser to pay for all shipping charges
(Government purchases exempt).
4. DISCLAI MER: THE WARRANTIES AND REM EDIES CONTAINED HEREIN AR E EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF A LL OTHER
WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE.
HOWEVER, THAT IF ANY I MPLIED WAR RANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAI MED IN ANY TERRI TORY WHERE A PRO DUCT IS
SOLD, THE DURATION OF SUCH IM PLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATI ON OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY
DESCRIBED IN THE FIRST PARAGRAPH.
5. MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER
LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR I NABILITY TO US E THE EQUIPMEN T, OR ARISI NG OUT OF ANY BREACH OF
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF MANUFACT URER HAS BEEN AD VISED OF THE POS SIBILI TY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OF THE
DEFECTIVE OR NON-CONFORMING EQUIPMENT OR PART. THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF MANUFACTURER UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCH ASE PR ICE OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
6. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. This warrant y gives you spec ific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from State t o St ate. Ma nuf ac t urer r eser ves the r i ght t o c hange or im prov e i ts pr od uct s wit hout a ny obl i gati o n to c h ange or
improve any Product previously manufac tured by it.
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, a division of Ho mecare Products, Inc., ( herein referred to as Manufact urer), warrants that the
WARRANTY REGISTRATION (SAMPLE ONLY)
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SAFETY & MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY:
1. Caution should be used at all times. Proper maintenance and upkeep to the ramp
surface is vital.
2. IMPORTANT: USE ONLY WITH A QUALIFIED HELPER.
3. Always use your lap belt.
4. It is important that you refer to your equipment’s Owner Guide f or the proper
degree of incline/decline and chair direction before attempting ramp use. Never
exceed its recomm endations.
5. Periodically check and t i ghten any loose fasteners to ensure safety.
6. At all times, keep the ramp c l ear of dirt, leaves, and other debris that may
accumulate on the surface. Simply sweeping the ramp or using a garden hose will
usually suffice, but, if needed, a damp cloth or soft brus h with soap and water can
be used (avoid alkaloid deter gents
ramp surface is wet.
7. If ramp surface is covered with ice and/or snow, remove before use. Snow
accumulation should be shoveled and the tread surface swept clean. Calcium
Chloride salt substitut e may be used to melt snow or ice accumul ation on the
ramp; however, after the snow and/or ice threat has cleared, be sure to clean the
tread surface with soap and water (avoid alkaloid detergent s
Chloride residue. Rin se well and use extra caution when the ramp surface is
wet.
8. Do not play on or near ramp.
9. Do not use handrails or ramp to support planters, decorations, etc.
10. Ramp surface may become slipper y when wet.
11. If any part of the ramp is dam aged or loose, DO NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRS CAN
BE MADE BY A CERTIFIED INSTALLER OR OTHER QUALIF IED PERSON.
). Rinse well and use extra caution when the
) to remove Calcium
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