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Modular Ramp Installation Manual
Ver 2020-0723
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CONTENTS
FOR THE AMERICAN ACCESS “XM” RAMP SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3
ASSEMBLY MANUAL INSTALLER AND END USER NOTES 4
IMPORTANT PROCEDURES 5a
HARDWARE CONTENT REVIEW 5b-7
HARDWARE FOR RAMPS AND PLATFORMS 8
PARTS & ACCESSORIES 9
REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED TOOLS 10
RAMPS, PLATFORMS AND HANDRAIL SIZES DEFINED 11
PLATFORM EXAMPLES & OPTIONAL USES 12
PLATFORM RAIL DEFINITIONS - IMPORTANT 13
PLATFORM & RAMP IDENTIFIERS 14
PLATFORM CONFIGURATIONS AND PART IDENTIFIERS 15-18
PLATFORM SETUP 19
PLATFORM & RAMP CONNECTION 20
RAMP LEG ASSEMBLY 21
RAMP RUN ASSEMBLY 22
PLATFORM HANDRAIL ASSEMBLY 23
PLATFORM HANDRAIL CLOSURE KIT 24-25
TURNBACK RAILS, LOOPS AND CLOSURES 26
TURNBACK PLATFORM ASSEMBLY 27
RAMP RAIL ASSEMBLY 28
STOP-N-REST INSTALLATION & PHOTOS 29-30
LOOP ASSEMBLY 31
END TRANSITION TREAD ASSEMBLY 32
INSTALLATIONS OVER 30” 33
HURRICANE TIE DOWN INSTALLATION 34-35
FINAL CHECKS AND PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 36
WINTER CARE 37
WARRANTY REGISTRATION 38
CONTACTS AND OTHER ITEMS SOLD BY AMERICAN ACCESS 39
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LOCAL BUILDING CODES:
It is the responsibility of the homeowner to check with local building code authorities before installing a modular
aluminum ramp.
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
• Read all instructions, including the “PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY”, prior to ramp assembly.
• 1,000 lb. weight capacity
• For residential use only
• Review safety features and instructions with end user and leave Assembly Manual with them
ATTENTION END USER:
• 1,000 lb. weight capacity.
• Residential use only
• Please read and become familiar with the “PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY” information. If you
need to obtain a new copy please contact Customer Service at 888-790-9269.
• Fill out and return the warranty information
VIEW PACKING LIST: Each ramp system is shipped with a packing list. Be sure to check that all items and tools are
present before starting installation. If you are missing the packing list, please call Customer Service at 888-790-9269 to
obtain one before beginning installation.
In addition to your ordered hardware, we have included a courtesy Hardware Care Package (HCP) with the most com-
monly used hardware parts. Some systems may end up with a small amount of “extra” hardware. This hardware may
be kept for spare parts.
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
FOR THE AMERICAN ACCESS “ XM “ SYSTEM
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IMPORTANT PROCEDURES
FOR THE AMERICAN ACCESS SYSTEM
Please take note that your ramp system may have several different leg types and sizes, ramp sizes and even plat-
form sizes.
INSTALL NOTES:
The “XM” system uses 2 styles of leg supports.
• The ramps use a UCHANNEL style
• The platforms use a SQUARE TUBE design
MOST residential ramp systems will be 36” wide with 2’, 3’, 4’, 5’, 6’, and 8’ long ramp sections.
When a ramp is connected to or pushed against a platform, U-legs and a bridge plate must be installed
Please refer to installation manual for details.
We highly recommend that you lay out your parts until you become more comfortable and familiar with them.
Please evaluate and take notice of the components you have for the layout design you have purchased. If you
are still unclear and need assistance after your evaluation, please call customer service and we will be glad to
help.
888-790-9269 Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm Central time
Lay out all your leg supports so you can identify tallest to shortest. This will allow you to install your modular
ramp at a quicker pace.
Important Note: There may be times that you have a tall starting height, but because the first ramp or
platform begins on a porch or over a set of steps, you will be using shorter legs at that point, then once
you clear these obstacles, you will begin using the taller legs.
Your ramp system will also come with handrail loops. Loops are used when the ramp terminates on platforms or
at the end of the ramp.
Once you have laid out your components and identified them, you may begin your installation.
MAIN HARDWARE FOR THE AMERICAN ACCESS “ XM “ SYSTEM:
The hardware used on the “XM” system is 3/8” Zinc Grade 5 requiring a 9/16” socket:
• RHPN Ramp Hardware Packet
43/8” 16 - 1” Carriage Bolt for support U-Legs
83/8” 16 - 2 1/4” Carriage Bolt for Handrails
12 3/8” 16 - Flange Nut
• PHP Platform Hardware Packet
33/8” -16 - 4.5” SS Bolt
43/8” - 16 - 1/2” SS Bolt
33/8” SS nuts
63/8” SS washer
11 #14 Tek Screw
16 Black Plugs for post holes
2Rail post stabilizer (u channel)
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CONTINUED: MAIN HARDWARE FOR THE AMERICAN ACCESS SYSTEM
• TSHP Top Support Hardware Pack - (used for extra 2 legs per ramp when required)
43/8” 16 - 1” Carriage Bolt for support U-Legs
43/8” 16 - Flange Nut
• PSCK “XM or Patriot” Series Closure Kit (Parts interchangeable with XM & Patriot Series)
1PSCKH—Patriot Series Closure Kit Hardware Pack (Parts interchangeable with XM & Patriot Se-
ries)
119” x 1” x 2” Angle for CURB USE
1Handrail Loop
1Bridge Plate
• PSCKH “XM or Patriot” Series Closure Kit Hardware * (Parts interchangeable with XM & Patriot Series)
21 1/2” handrail tube pivot swivel connectors (grey plastic) *
21.34” x 5” aluminum tube inserts with rubber “O” ring
7#14 x 1” Tek Screw SS Hex Head—secure pivot and SCH to rail
12 #8 x 3/4” Tek Screw Pan Head Philips
* Note: pivot swivels require a 5/32 allen wrench to tighten them.
• RSK Ramp Starter Kit
1TT36 - Transition Tread 36” x 12” for entrance to ramp system
1TP - Transition Plate 9.25” x 32” for transition from ramp to deck, porch, etc..
2PSLOOP - End Handrail Loops
1RSKH - Ramp Starter Kit Hardware Pack
1CAPHP - (8) 1 1/2” Black Round Plastic End Cap for 1.5” handrails
• RSKH Ramp Starter Kit Hardware
8#8 x 3/4” Tek Screw Pan Head Philips
4#14 x 1” Tek Screw SS Hex Head
41.34” x 5” round aluminum rail insert (loop attachment use)
1CAPHP (8 pack of 1 1/2” round black caps for rails as needed)
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Hardware Package content review
MAIN HARDWARE USED AS FOLLOWS:
The hardware used on the “XM” Ramp system is 3/8” Zinc Grade 5 requiring a 9/16” socket, 3/8” driver head
and a philips head screwdriver:
• SCH Sleeve Connector Hardware
41.34” x 5” aluminum tube inserts with rubber “O” ring
• HCPP Hardware Care Package Patriot (spare parts) - also used for XM series
15/32 Short Arm Hex Allen Wrench
23/8” - 16 x 2 1/4” Carriage Bolt for ramp rails
23/8” - 16 x 1” Carriage bolt for U-Legs
11/4” - 20 nylon insert - connecting pivot swivel halves
11/4” - 20 x 1” button cap screw - connecting pivot swivel halves
43/8 - 16 Flange Nut
21 1/2” Black Round Plastic End Cap for 1.5” handrails
13/8” - 16 - 4.5” SS bolt, platform handrail use
13/8” - 16 - 1/2” SS bolt, platform leg socket use
13/8” - SS nut
23/8” - SS washer
6#14 x 1” Tek Screw
ALL hardware should be tightened at a torque rate of 40 . lbs for final assembly.
Pushing or pulling the handle of a wrench connected to a nut or bolt produces a torque (turning force) that loos-
ens or tightens the nut or bolt. If using a 12 volt Hitachi impact wrench (Hitachi WH12DMR) it will produce 90 ft lbs of
torque.
FOR THE AMERICAN ACCESS SYSTEM
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Included Ramp Hardware
* = Optional hardware depending on ramp layout
* 1/4” x 1” cap screw #8 x 3/4” TEK screw * #14 x 1” TEK screw
Use to install U-Leg
3/8” -16 x 1” carriage bolt
Use to Install Handrails
3/8” -16 x 2 1/4” carriage bolt
3/8” Flange Nut
* 1/4” Nylon Insert * 5/32” short arm Hex Allen Wrench
Included Platform Hardware
Use to cross-bolt two Handrails
3/8” - 16 - 4.5” SS bolt 3/8” - 16 - 1/2” SS bolt 3/8” - 16 - SS nut 3/8” - SS flat washer * #14 x 1” TEK screw
5/8” plastic plug Aluminum rail stabilizer
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Parts and Accessories
Slotted “F” Stringer
TP - Transition Plate 9.5”x34”
TPL - Transition Plate Large 12”x34”
TT36 - Transition Tread
1’ x36”
ULEG (varying sizes)
BP - Bridge Plate 3” x 32” PSCK
For Patriot or XM Series
Closure Kit
PSK (2 per)
Handrail Sleeve Connector
1.34” x 5” aluminum tube inserts with rubber “O” ring Black Handrail Cap
Platform Handrails Ramp Handrails
Loop ASB
Angle Support
bracket
Platform Leg - (varying sizes)
Install Note:
• Platform Angle is 1.5” x 1.5”
• Ramp Angle is 1” x 2” with holes on
each end
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Required Tools
Cordless Drill
Ex. Dewalt Cordless Drill
Ratchet and 9/16” &
1/2”socket
Philips driver to fit TEK screws
30’ or larger tape measure Rubber Mallet 4’ Level
Optional Impact Wrench for faster
install time
2” tube cutter for aluminum 50’ string and line level or
laser level
Ex. Hitachi impact wrench
25 lb sand for leveling pavers Small Spade for aid in ground
work to level pavers as needed Portable Sawzall
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