DECKORATORS ALX CLASSIC Installation Instructions Manual
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Prior to construction, check with your local regulatory agency for specialcode requirements in your area. Common railing height is 36" or 42".Read instructions completely to get an understanding of how the product goestogether and how each piece affects the other.Step 1 Determine the number of railing posts needed for your deck. Postspacing is 6' or 8' on-center. Example: A 12x16 deck attached to a building witha 4' access opening on one side will require a total of eight posts.Step 2 Installing posts: Install posts by attaching the aluminum base tothe surface of the deck. Position the post so the fastener will go into the floorjoist, and make sure the decking is firmly attached to the joist at the locationof the posts. If necessary, use wood blocking as reinforcement underneaththe decking where the posts are located. Fasteners that hold the post baseto the surface should be able to secure to joist or reinforcement braces, notjust the decking itself. Note: When installing aluminum post on top of a woodsurface, screws must be lagged into at least 3" of solid wood. 5/4" or 1 ½" deckboards do not provide sufficient material for a safe installation. If necessary, addadditional material to the underside of the surface.Step 3 Position the post assembly onto the location where it will attachedto the deck. Four 11/32" diameter mounting holes are provided on the base.When the final position is determined, mark the base hole locations. Removethe post assembly and drill 15/64" holes in the marked locations into the deckand reinforcement.Step 4 Reposition the post assembly over the predrilled holes and insert thefasteners (not included). Recommended fasteners: 4 – 5/16" x 4" or longerstainless steel lag screws.Step 5 Finish by sliding a post base trim (optional) over each post for a finishedlook. Note: Installing the post base trim prior to installing the bottom rail isrecommended. However, the two-piece design does allow the installer to addthe post base trim after the rail has been installed. To install, apply a thin line ofclear exterior construction adhesive to the inside of the post trim where it willcontact the post sleeve and snap into place around the base of the post sleeve.Step 6 Install baluster connectors to top and bottom rail using pre-drilledholes. Do not over tighten.Step 7 Measure the distance between installed posts to determine the lengthIn-Line Railing Installation InstructionsALX CLASSIC COMPLETE KITINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSTools and Items Needed• Drill/power screwdriver• Miter or circular sawwith carbide tip blade• Marked speed square• Carpenter’s level• Carpenter’s pencil• Adjustable wrenchor socket wrench forbolts, etc.• Safety glasses/goggles• Rubber mallet• Tape measure PostCapPostPostBase TrimALX ClassicRailIn-lineBracketBalusterConnectorsBalusterALXClassic2.aiALXBalluster2.aifig. 1fig. 2Contents2 - 6' or 8' aluminum rails with baluster connectors installed4 - line brackets16 - #8 x 3/4" screws4 - Christmas tree screws15 - (satin black, matte black, or textured white) classic or estate balusters for 6' section(20 balusters for 8' rail section) |
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