Installation Guide

NOTE: DRINK RAILS ARE NOT TO BE USED WITH STAIR RAIL SECTIONS, AND ARE ONLY TO BE USED WITH THE DRINK RAIL
ADAPTER KIT AND ALUMINUM POSTS. THIS EXCLUDES WOOD POSTS, COMPOSITE POST SLEEVES OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF
POST.
DRINK RAIL INSTALLATION
Step 1: Remove post cap.
Remove the pyramid top cap from posts using a mallet and a wooden block. If
required, score the connection with a knife to aid release of top cap (Figure 1).
Step 2: Place post adapters into post.
Place drink rail post adapters into 2.5 in. x 2.5 in. post. Next pre-drill two holes on
opposite sides of the post using a 1/8 in. drill bit (Figure 2).
PRO TIP: use one hand to hold down the adapter and keep it secure from
spinning in the post. Once the holes are pre-drilled, use two #10 x 3/4 in. CS50
Tek screws to keep adapter in place.
NOTE: These instructions are applicable to each rail profile and
SKU numbers listed below:
CONTEMPORARY
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Rubber mallet
• Wooden blocks
• Utility knife
• Power drill
• 1/8 in. drill bit
• 1/4 in. drill bit
• Tape measure
• Plumb bob or level
• Pencil
• Speed Square
• Safety glasses
TIPS
The most recent installation instructions can be found
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STEP 3: Center V-Bracket Supports
Center the V-Bracket Support at the midspan of your railing section (Figure 3).
Use a 1/8 in. bit to pre-drill a hole for the #10 x 3/4 in. CS50 Tek screw, carefully
remove any shavings and fasten the ‘V’ bracket. Position the remaining
V-Brackets in each direction from the center bracket with spacing between
supports not to exceed 16 in.. Pre-drill and insert the remaining #10 x 3/4 in.
CS50 Tek screws.
NOTE: 3 center V-Bracket Supports will be needed for a full 6 . rail section, 5
will be used for a full 8 . rail section. An additional kit of 2 V-Bracket Supports
is available for the 8 . rail section.
TRADITIONAL
13885 & 13881
PRIOR TO INSTALLING:
Please consult local zoning laws in regards to load requirements, overall height requirements and bottom space requirements for rails. All supporting structures must
be in accordance with applicable building codes. Neighborhood associations and / or historic districts may regulate size, placement and type of railing. Apply for
permits if required by local authorities and codes. Ensure compliance prior to installation. Local building code requirements will always supersede any and all suggested
procedures and measurements in the following installation. The following installation instructions are intended as a general guideline based on common building
practices used in railing installation.
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KIT CONTENTS
• Over-the-Post Drink Rail Kit (6 . section)
• (1) Post Adapter
• (3) V-Bracket Supports
• Over-the-Post Drink Rail Extension Kit
• (2) V-Bracket Supports (for 8 . sections)
• Instruction Sheet
Over the Post Drink Rail Installation
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
NOTE: Image shown above of an 8 . rail section with post adapters (on two
posts) and (5) V bracket adapters.
(Maximum span 16 in.)
Creation Date: 06/23