Installation Guide

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
ALUMINUM POST INSTALLATION
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SUGGESTED TOOLS: Cordless Drill,
3/16” Drill Bit, 5/8” Drill Bit (optional),
Safety Glasses
It is the responsibility of the installer to meet all local code requirements and obtain all required building permits.
The installer should determine and implement appropriate installation techniques for each installation situation.
Aria Railing or its reseller shall not be held responsible for improper or unsafe installation.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not install base plate
cover until railing assembly is completed. 3”
posts are required to reach 6’ and 8’ lengths.
Dia. #2
Deck Edge
Joist
Stringer
2x6 Blocking
2x6 Cross
Block
Shims
below
base
2x6 Blocking
4x 5/16”x6”
at end posts
4x 5/16”x4”
at corner and
line posts
STEP ONE - Determine necessary posts required and assemble (end, center or corner)
• Secure base plate to post extrusion using 4x #14 x 3” screws are included in kit. (Dia. #1)
STEP TWO - Securing Posts to Deck
Install proper post blocking as per (Dia. #2). Use proper
attachment screws or anchors as directed below. (Deck screws at
each post location, are not included with kits).
• With 3/16” drill bit, pre-drill through deck boards and into
blocking.
• Drill a 5/8” hole in center of four deck screw holes for lighting
wires (optional).
• Level and plumb post using shims.
• Secure posts to deck with suggested screws.
STEP THREE - Installing post cap and post base vinyl plate cover*
• Install post cap (Dia. #3)
• *Install base plate cover after railing assembly is completed.
(Dia. #3)
3/16” holes for
deck screws
5/8” hole for
lighting wires
(optional)
Dia. #3
Cap
3” Sq. Post
3” Post Base Plate
Vinyl Cover
Post Extrusion
Base to post,
using 4x
#14x3” screws
(included)
Dia. #1
CAUTION! IF INSTALLING LIGHTING, WIRING MUST BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO
SECURING POSTS TO DECK SURFACE AND INSTALLING TOP RAIL SNAPS.