Installation Guide
10
Stair Railing Installation (continued)
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Cutting the rail angles
□ Cut the top and bottom rails at the marked angles to t
tightly between the posts.
□ Transfer the stair angle to the crush block and cut to the
desired length (consult your local building ofcial for the
proper spacing between the stair tread and the railing).
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Attaching brackets to the rails
□ Place brackets (GG) on each end of the bottom rail (side
without baluster holes). Place brackets on each end of
the top rail (baluster hole side). Leave 1/32 in.-1/16 in.
space from the cut edge of the rail. Mark all bracket hole
locations and then drill holes using a 5/32 in. bit.
□ Secure all brackets using the 1 in. screws (EE).
GG
EE
GG
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Preparing the bottom rail installation
□ Place the bottom rail between the posts. Using the bracket
as a guide, mark the location of the holes on the posts.
Remove the rail before pre-drilling the holes.
□ Predrill the holes with a 5/32 in. bit, angling slightly inward
to allow for clearance from the rail once repositioned for
securing.
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Installing the bottom rail
□ Place the crush block on the stair tread surface midway
between the posts and glue to the bottom of the bottom
rail.
□ Secure the bottom rail to the post at both ends using the
1-1/4in. screws (FF). DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS.
NOTE: Using extended drill bits is recommended to
prevent damage to the rail, and allow a more perpendicular
driving angle.
FF