Installation Guide

Fixed Semi-floating Floating
(2 floats) 3 or 4 floats)
PLANNING
GUIDE
> This is the ideal option for shallow water. You can install a fixed dock in
up to about 4 feet of water.
Deeper than that, it will be difficult to install.
Also note that the Stationary Ensemble comes with 6 ft. posts.
> A fixed dock is recommended if bad weather causes waves up to 3
ft. If this is the case, you will need to moor the boat away from the
dock or use a boat lift.
> A fixed dock is usually installed without anchoring and should not
be relied upon to hold your boat in a storm or protect it from large
waves created by other boats.
> A post dock (or fixed dock) is not recommended in a body of water
that often fluctuates by more than 2 feet in a short period of time. A
floating dock would be more appropriate in that case, otherwise you
may have to adjust the height several times during the season.
> Note that the posts can be cut with a metal saw.
A floating dock system should include a SEMI-FLOATING dock
section. For greater stability when moving on the dock, you will
create this semi-floating dock by keeping
2 floats on that section.
Then, you will install the 3
rd
float on the next dock section for a total
of
4 floats. All the other floating sections will keep 3 floats each.
> A floating dock is recommended for bodies of water deeper than 4
feet.
> If the lake or river bottom has a gentle slope, use fixed dock
sections near the shoreline and then floating dock sections in
deeper water.
> If the lake or river bottom slopes quickly, start your setup with a
semi-floating dock section. It will float up with the current water
level.
> A floating dock is ideal for lakes and rivers where the water level
fluctuates periodically. Because the dock floats, it will always be at
the same level above the water.
> A floating dock is not recommended for water bodies with waves
higher than 3 feet because it could be damaged and damage the
boat that is moored to it.
The QPF-495 is the "Ultimate" dock among the Multinautic Dock Series as it has been popular since 2013. It is
an aluminum dock that combines the most popular features. It is strong, modular and easy to assemble.
Combine Stationary and Floating sections to create the configuration that meets your needs. The layout you
create can also evolve as it can be easily modified or expanded over time.
If you haven't yet decided what type of layout will best suit your shoreline and activities, here are some
suggestions to help you decide.
STATIONARY DOCK LAYOUT (FIXED DOCK)
FLOATING DOCK LAYOUT
A good way to help you make the right choice of dock system is to observe your neighbors' docks.
If they have been installed for a few years and are still in good condition
a similar choice may be right for you.
QPF-495™ 5’ x 10’ Aluminum Dock
Choice of Stationary and Floating Dock Sections