FREEDOM-WEB PVC Composite Railing & Stair Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions prior to installing product. Refer to manufacturers safety instructions when operating any tools. To register your product, please visit: freedomproduct.
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FOR 10' RAILING ONLY: Install enclosed screw through the bottom bracket as shown approximately 1⁄2" from the front face of the bracket, centered vertically on the flat surface. Do this for each bottom bracket. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Template 1 ⁄2" 377⁄8" LEVEL RAIL INSTALLATION: Closely follow Post Install Kit installation instructions or use a Post Jacket on an existing wood post. 1 NOTE: Railing system is designed for use with both 4"x4" and 5"x5" vinyl post jackets.
5 Cut Rails to Length: Fig. 5 Place bottom rail across post opening leaving equivalent spacing from the last baluster and post on each end (Fig. 5). Mark 1⁄2" from end of post to allow room for bracket width and expansion (Fig. 6). Align top rail with bottom rail and cut both rails with miter box or hacksaw (See blade manufacturer's specs for correct blade) (Fig. 7). NOTE: Fig. 6 • You will have to cut through an aluminum insert in the top rail of an 8' section.
7 Assemble Railing Section: Fig. 11 Lay bottom rail on a clean smooth surface and snap balusters into routed holes (Fig. 11). Then repeat the process to connect the top rail (Fig. 12). Fig. 12 8 Slide brackets onto ends of rails (top and bottom) (Fig. 13). Fig. 13 NOTE: DO NOT screw bracket into top rail until you reach Step 10. 9 Hang Assembled Rail Section onto Dovetails: Fig. 14 Slide assembled rail section straight down between both posts, and onto each dovetail (Fig. 14).
ANGLED RAIL INSTALLATION: 1 Fig. 1 For angled rail installation other than at 90 degrees or 180 degrees, purchase angle brackets. Closely follow Post Install Kit installation instructions or use a Post Jacket on an existing wood post. 2 If installing rail system on a 4"x4" post jacket using a one-piece base trim, install the base trim over the post sleeve prior to installation. If installing rail system with 5"x5" post jacket using a two-piece base trim.
6 Install 2" support brace to rail: Fig. 8 2" support braces are included with railing kits. Two support braces are included with 8' and 10' railing kits. Install support braces evenly across span of railing section. Locate and mark the center point on the underside of the bottom rail. Attach the rail support to the bottom rail using the supplied set screw (Fig. 8). 7 Assemble Railing Section: 2" Support Brace Fig.
STAIR RAIL INSTALLATION: This guide outlines installation methods for installing stair railing in a variety of angles. It is very important to identify the angle of your stairs, as the installation methods vary depending on what angle the stair is. Within the following steps, be sure to pay close attention to the placement and utilization of the "stair angle template" to ensure you mark and cut your rails correctly, and note orientation of all brackets and railing in the supporting images.
5 For angles 31º-33°: Fig. 4 a. From the original line created by the post, mark another line 11⁄16" on the inside of the bottom rail (closer to the baluster routes) (Fig. 4). This is accomplished by using the angle template (Fig. 5). This additional removal of material will allow for bracket clearance when the rail is installed. For this 31º-33° angle, the new line will be parallel to the previously drawn line. b. Chop saw should already be set at 32° c. Cut the bottom rail on the new mark at a 32°.
7 For angles 34º-38°: Fig. 8 a. From the original line created by the post, mark another line 11⁄16" on the inside of the bottom rail (closer to the baluster routes) (Fig. 8). This is accomplished by using the angle template (Fig. 9). This additional removal of material will allow for bracket clearance when the rail is installed. For this 34º-38º angle, the new line will NOT be parallel to the previously drawn line. b. Set chop saw at 32° c. Cut the bottom rail on the new mark at a 32°.
NOTE: Make sure bottom of rails are flush against saw fence (Fig. 13). Fig. 13 For angles 31º-33° go to Step 12. For angles 26º-31º and 33º-38º go to Step 10. Correct 10 Incorrect Place brackets on bottom rail, securing with 2 screws per bracket (#10 x 1") (Fig. 14). Then, place brackets on top rail, securing with one screw per bracket (#10 x 1") (Fig. 15). Fig. 14 Fig. 15 11 Set chop saw to stair angle and carefully cut all four brackets as shown.
Assemble your stair railing section: Fig. 16 a. Lock tabs on baluster/spindle must face outer edge of routed holes in rails (Fig. 16). b. Assemble your stair section by snapping balusters/spindles in rails. c. Place brackets on ends. Lock Tabs d. Place assembled stair rail between posts on spacer board (Fig. 17). Outer Edge Holes Fig. 17 13 Make sure rail brackets are centered on posts. Drive two (#10 x 2") mounting screws into brackets and into posts, starting with the bottom rail (Fig. 18).
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