Instructions / Assembly

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CODE COMPLIANT RAILING FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE

CONTENTS

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 2

Tools You Will Need (not included).................................................................................................. 3

Components and Assembly Instructions .......................................................................................... 4

EZ Post Installation with Separate Mounting Flange ....................................................................... 5

EZ Post Installation with Welded Base Plate ................................................................................... 6

Pre Sizing and Cutting Top and Bottom Rails (prior to assembly) .................................................... 8

Railing Assembly and Installation ................................................................................................... 9

Stair Railing Assembly and Installation ......................................................................................... 12

Stair Railing Helpful Hints & Apps ................................................................................................. 13

Gate Instructions ........................................................................................................................... 15

Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 16

10-year Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................. 16

Engineered Drawings ..................................................................................................................... 17

Summary of content (17 pages)

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EZ HANDRAIL ALUMINUM RAILING SYSTEMS CODE COMPLIANT RAILING FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE CONTENTS Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 2 Tools You Will Need (not included).................................................................................................. 3 Components and Assembly Instructions ..........................................................................................
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Congratulations! Congratulations! You are on your way to a maintenance free handrail system that is easily assembled and installed. With your EZ Handrail system, you’ll feel safe being protected by the tremendous strength of its aluminum alloy components, plus be comforted knowing the hardened powder coated finish will last year after year. Please take a moment to read the instructions before you begin assembling your EZ Handrail.
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Tools You Will Need (not included) Level Tape Measure Chop Saw (60 tooth wood blade) Pencil Screw or Impact Gun ¼” Hex Bit Driver (2) pcs 10” 2x4 lumber to support railing during installation (optional) Safety Glasses 5/16” Hex Bit Driver Drill Bits: ¼” wood ¼” x 3 ½” concrete 1/8” metal/wood • For saltwater environments we recommend grade 18-8 stainless steel fasteners or equivalent. Stainless steel fasteners not included. www.ezhandrail.
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Components and Assembly Instructions Components: A. Bottom Channel B. 1” Sq. Balusters C. 1 ½” Fasteners D. Top Snap E. Top Cap F. Top Post Mount G. Bottom Post Mount www.ezhandrail.
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EZ Post Installation with Separate Mounting Flange Ensure that you have a solid mounting surface for your EZ Post base fasteners. Existing posts or the EZ Posts (sold separately), may be used with this system. If you are installing EZ Posts, refer to the steps and illustration below. 1. Layout posts uniformly or as desired across entire project. 2. Ensure spacing between posts does not exceed 6 ft. for elevated decks (or greater than local codes specify). 3.
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EZ Post Installation with Welded Base Plate Start by ensuring that you have a solid and level mounting surface for your Post(s). Washers or galvanized/stainless metal shims (not included) may be used to plum posts. Installation into wood/composite decking/Non ACQ lumber: STEP 1: 1. Determine the 3”x3” post location(s). Spacing between posts should be 6’ or less to meet IBC codes when installed 24” or higher above the ground. 2.
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Installation into concrete STEP 1: www.ezhandrail.com for videos 1. Turn the post upside down on a hard surface and prepare to drill larger holes in base plate. Enlarge the (4) existing post base plate holes to 5/16” (using a 5/16” drill bit). 2. Determine the 3”x3” post location(s). Spacing between posts should be 6’ or less to meet IBC codes when installed 24” or higher above the ground. 3.
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Pre Sizing and Cutting Top and Bottom Rails (prior to assembly) Note: If you prefer, railing can be cut (sized) after assembly There are two methods used when cutting the top and bottom rails to size. It is important to cut appropriate amounts from each end of the rails so the picket spacing from the post/wall appears symmetrical. 1. Measure the distance between your posts from the inside edge of the post to the inside edge of the other post.
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Railing Assembly and Installation STEP 2: 1. Place predrilled bottom channel (A) on its side using non-abrasive work surface. Protect the painted surface from scratching. 2. Position one picket (B) above bottom channel aligning the predrilled holes. 3. Start both 1 ½” fasteners (C) thru bottom channel halfway into picket, and then tighten fasteners down fully. Tighten fasteners until flush – DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. 4. Repeat these steps until all pickets are secured. STEP 3: 1.
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STEP 4: 1. Align the top cap (E) with your top snap making sure one end is flush. Starting at one end, squeeze the top cap and top snap (D) together until it pops in place. Continue snapping down the top cap until reaching the end of your railing. 2. Slide the top post mounts (F) and bottom post mounts (G) over the ends of your railing (4 mounts total). 3. Place assembled EZ Handrail section between posts. If the handrail section need to be shortened, CUT EQUAL LENGTHS FROM BOTH ENDS OF THE RAILING.
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STEP 5: Hint: Place railing section on edge of 2x4 lumber to fasten bottom post mounts. 1. Ensuring the gap from the top of the deck (ground) to the bottom of the bottom channel (A) is less than 4”, and that the top of the rail meets your code requirements, vertically center your EZ Handrail. Now attach the bottom post mounts (G) to the existing or EZ Post using the proper fasteners (C) provided. Reminder: Typically residential minimum handrail height is 36” and commercial handrail height is 42”. 2.
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Stair Railing Assembly and Installation STEP 1: STAIRS 1. Review the instructions and make yourself familiar with the included items. 2. Measure the stair rise and run then determine the angle using the rise/run chart on the following page. We also recommend verifying your angle using an angle finder app on your Android or iPhone – see recommendations on the following page. Make sure to measure the angle at the top, middle and bottom of stair run! 3.
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Stair Railing Helpful Hints & Apps Tip#1: Use rise and run chart for quick stair angle measurement RISE 5" 5.25" 5.5" 5.75" 6" 6.25" 6.5" 6.75" 7" 7.25" 7.5" 7.75" 10" 27° 28° 29° 30° 31° 32° 33° 34° 35° 36° 37° 38° 10.5" 25° 27° 28° 29° 30° 31° 31° 33° 34° 35° 36° 36° 11" 24° 26° 27° 28° 29° 30° 30° 32° 32° 33° 34° 35° RUN (TREAD LENGTH) 11.5" 12" 12.
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Tip#4: Elongating (enlarging) the picket fastener holes on top and bottom rails makes assembly easier Stair runs may require elongated (enlarged) holes and/or shorter fasteners to secure pickets efficiently (shorter 1” fasteners are included with the EZ Pivot Mount Kits). To elongate holes, use a 13/64” drill bit in an up and down motion within the existing hole and parallel with the rail. IMPORTANT: elongate the hole towards the point (tip) of the mitered picket to avoid any visible modifications.
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Gate Instructions EZ Gates can swing left or right depending on the hinge location. Standard hinges and gravity latch are included with all EZ Gates. Note: Self closing hinges and pool child safety latch sold separately. Step 1 1. Verify rough opening between posts is 1” greater than width of gate. 2. Set gate in opening and visually identify where hinges will attach to gate for the desired swing direction. 3.
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Care and Maintenance While most powder coat ﬁnishes are tougher and much more ﬂexible than conventional solvent based paints, they are about the same hardness as automotive paint and can scratch. To clean a powder coated surface, use the same care and methods you would use to clean your car. Gently wash with a clean, soft cloth and a mild detergent followed by a clear water rinse. Even though most powder coatings are highly resistant, certain solvents can harm them.
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(b) (c) (d) (e) (f) severity of any of these conditions depends upon the geographical location of your home, the cleanliness of the air in your area and many other local influences over which Madden Manufacturing has no control. Damage caused by faulty or improper installation or application of the EZ Handrail, or settlement, distortion, or warping.