Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsMoistureShield ManualsBalusters & SpindlesPro 29-1/2 in. x 3/4 in. White Aluminum Round Stair Baluster (17-Pack)

TOOLS REQUIRED:

• Drill bit 5/32” (.156”)

• Drill (with adjustable clutch, recommended)

• Miter Saw (with metal cutting blade)

• Level

• Rubber mallet

• Tape measure

• Touch-up paint

ALUMINUM LEVEL RAIL

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

FOR A SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION:

• Read the instructions completely before beginning the installation.

• Plan your railing project. Sketch your project with the actual measurements of your deck or balcony complete

with post locations.

• Check local building codes to ensure compliance.

• Check carton(s) to determine part count is complete.

• After cutting rails, balusters, or posts, paint exposed metal for maximum protection against the elements.

• Installation is best accomplished with two people.

• Wear personal protection equipment; safety glasses, etc.

• Use care not to over-torque the screws. Pre-drilling is recommended.

• Provided hardware to install MoistureShield

Pro Aluminum Rail is for use with MoistureShield

Pro

Aluminum Posts. If installing to other surfaces the installer must acquire the appropriate hardware as

needed for proper installation.

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Summary of content (8 pages)

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ALUMINUM LEVEL RAIL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS REQUIRED: • Drill bit 5/32” (.156”) • Drill (with adjustable clutch, recommended) • Miter Saw (with metal cutting blade) • Level • Rubber mallet • Tape measure • Touch-up paint FOR A SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION: • Read the instructions completely before beginning the installation. • Plan your railing project. Sketch your project with the actual measurements of your deck or balcony complete with post locations.
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ALUMINUM LEVEL RAIL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PARTS INCLUDED: A TOP RAIL WITH CONNECTORS (1) B BOTTOM RAIL WITH CONNECTORS (1) C SADDLE BRACKET (2) F 10” SUPPORT BLOCK (1) G SUPPORT BLOCK CONNECTOR (2) H #10X1” SELF DRILLING SCREW (12) D I BOTTOM BRACKET (2) E TOP RAIL CAP (2) 3 ½” SQUARE DRIVER BIT (1) J ADHESIVE TAB (1) NOTE: Post and balusters packaged separately. LEVEL RAIL POSTS INSTALLATION: 1. Measure and locate the position of the post(s) based on the project layout.
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RAIL INSTALLATION: 1. Carefully measure the opening between posts or walls and calculate the length of rail that needs to be cut. Divide the trim length amount in half, and starting with the bottom rail (B), transfer and mark the measurement to each end of the rail. For the sake of baluster spacing or personal preference, all of the trim length could be cut from one end of both rails. Make this determination before cutting the rails.
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9. Slide the top rail cap (E) on both ends of the top rail (A) and set the rail assembly into the saddle brackets (C) letting the bottom rail hang freely between the posts. Check for level. Note: It is recommended to use the box as a pad to prevent scuffing of the painted finish. If installing square balusters, make sure they are properly seated in the slot on the underside of the top rail to prevent twisting. 10.
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ALUMINUM FIXED STAIR RAIL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS REQUIRED: • Drill bit 5/32” (.156”) • Drill (with adjustable clutch, recommended) • Miter Saw (with metal cutting blade) • Level • Rubber mallet • Tape measure • Touch-up paint FOR A SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION: • Read the instructions completely before beginning the installation. • Plan your railing project. Sketch your project with the actual measurements of your deck or balcony complete with post locations.
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ALUMINUM FIXED STAIR RAIL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PARTS INCLUDED: A TOP RAIL WITH CONNECTORS (1) B BOTTOM RAIL WITH CONNECTORS (1) C UPPER SADDLE BRACKET (1) F UPPER BOTTOM BRACKET (1) G LOWER BOTTOM BRACKET (1) H 10” SUPPORT BLOCK (1) K 3 ½” SQUARE DRIVER BIT (1) L D I LOWER SADDLE BRACKET (1) E TOP RAIL CAP (2) SUPPORT BLOCK CONNECTOR (2) J #10-1”SELF DRILLING SCREWS (12) ADHESIVE TAB (1) NOTE: Post and balusters packaged separately. POSTS INSTALLATION: 1.
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FIXED RAIL INSTALLATION: 1. Lay the bottom rail (B), with baluster connectors facing up and centered between the posts, on the stair nosing from top to bottom, adjacent to the posts and mark a line on the rail from the inside of each post (1). Also, make a reference mark on the bracket side of both posts at the point where the top of the rail meets the post (2). Note: This reference mark will be used to locate saddle brackets in step 5. 2.
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12. Slide the top rail caps (E) over each end of the top rail (A) so the angle of the rail cap matches the angle of the top rail. A small piece of tape may be used to hold the top rail caps (E) in place. 13. Slide bottom brackets (F&G) with the counter bore holes facing down and toward the balusters, over each end of the bottom rail (B). A small piece of tape may be required to hold lower bottom brackets in place.