36" Hybrid Composite Railing Installation Guide v20201110US
CONTENTS Important notes 1-3 Straight Railing and Post Parts 4-5 Straight Railing Installation 6-7 i: Installing the Post on a Concrete Surface ii: Installing the Post on a Deck 8-9 10 - 12 Straight Railing Installation Continued 13 - 16 45 Degree Angle Bracket Parts 17 45 Degree Angle Bracket Installation 18 - 21 Stair Railing and Post Parts 22 - 23 Stair Railing Installation 24 - 25 i: Installing the Post on a Concrete Surface 26 - 27 ii: Installing the Post on a Deck 28 - 30 Stair
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Straight Railing And Post Parts: IMPORTANT POINTS: • Parts D, E, F and I will be different from those displayed in the stair railing and post parts. • All other parts are the same for straight and stair railings and posts.
Straight Railing and Post Parts Continued: Original Dimensions Rail Length 73 5/16" (1862 mm) Post Sleeve Height 42 11/16" (1084mm) Height of the Balusters 30 1/2" (775 mm) Post Height 40 3/4" (1035mm) IMPORTANT POINTS: Remember these dimensions listed below are the ORIGINAL dimensions out of the box, it still needs to be cut if you are doing a straight rail installation.
Straight Railing Installation: Dimensions after Installation Rail Length 71 3/4" (1823 mm) Post Sleeve Height 39" (991 mm) Height of the Balusters 30 1/2" (775 mm) Post Height 36 7/8" (937mm) IMPORTANT POINTS: • This railing is designed for a maximum of 71 3/4" (1823 mm) internal rail length. • Balusters DO NOT need to be cut for the straight railing 30 1/2" (775 mm).
1 Mark where the post (J) will be installed. The maximum distance of the post is 75 11/16" (1923 mm) from center to center as shown in Diagram 1. DIAGRAM 2 DIAGRAM 3 DIAGRAM 1 2 Cut post (J) to the length of 36 7/8" (937 mm) as shown in Diagram 2. 3 Install the post (J) as shown in Diagram 4-20. Note: Screw (S) is used when installed on concrete. Screw (T) is used when installed on deck. Cut post sleeve (N) to the length of 39" (991 mm) as shown in Diagram 3.
Installing the Post on a Concrete Surface a. First position the post (J) in the position of installation. Then use a marker or pencil to mark the drilling hole positions as shown in Diagram 4. c. Insert the plastic anchors into the drilled holes as shown in Diagram 6. DIAGRAM 6 d. Position the post (J) over the predrilled holes and then insert the screws (S) into the designated DIAGRAM 4 b. Now take a drill and drill in the spots marked previously as shown in Diagram 5. holes as shown in Diagram 7.
e. Now fix and tighten each screw, once complete it should look like Diagram 8. g. Put the post skirt (K) over the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 10. DIAGRAM 10 DIAGRAM 8 f. Install the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 9. DIAGRAM 9 h. Then put the post cap (L) on top of the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 11.
Installing the Post on a Deck a. Following Diagram 12, 13 position the post (J). Note: Installing directly on the board requires a substrate underneath in order for the screws to fully secure the board, ensure careful attention is paid to Diagram 12, 13. b. Once the post (J) is in the correct position mark the holes with a marker or pencil as shown in Diagram 14. 1 1/2"(38 mm) 1 1/2"(38 mm) L=min7 5/16"(185 mm) DIAGRAM 12 DIAGRAM 14 c.
d. Put the post (J) back over the predrilled holes and insert the screws (T) lag bolts into place as shown in Diagram 16. f. The post sleeve (N) can now be put over the post (J) as show in Diagram 18. Screw (T) DIAGRAM 16 e. Tighten the lag bolts with washers underneath the substrate as shown in Diagram 17.
g. Finally take the post skirt (K) and put it over the post sleeve (N) to cover the bottom of the post (J) as shown in Diagram 19. Then take the post cap (L) and cover the top of the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 20.
Straight Railing Installation Continued 4 Mark where the post brackets will be i n s t a l l e d w i t h t h e " S t ra i g ht R a i l i n g " cardboard template as shown in Diagram 21. Use the top 6 holes for top rail bracket and use the bottom 2 holes for the bottom post brackets as shown in Diagram 22. Note: The cardboard template location should be measured from the bottom. 5 Lower the post skirt (K) over the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 23.
6 Cut rail (A1 & A2) to the length between the post sleeve (N) minus 1/8" (3 mm) on each side for inserting the rail gaskets (F) as shown in Diagram 26. 7 Remember to take out top rail insert (B) before cutting top rail (A1). The top rail insert (B) should be cut 1/4" (6 mm) shorter than the top rail (A1). The bottom rail bracket (H) should be installed with screw (R) at 1 3/16" (29.5 mm) and 15/16" (24 mm) from the ends of the rail as shown in Diagram 28.
9 Attach the bottom rail (A2) onto the bottom post brackets (G) as shown in Diagram 31. 12 Slide the top rail insert (B) into the top rail (A1) as shown in Diagram 34. DIAGRAM 34 13 Attach the top rail (A1) onto the top of the top rail brackets (D) as shown in Diagram 35. DIAGRAM 31 10 Install the baluster plugs (E) and balusters (M) as shown in Diagram 32. DIAGRAM 35 14 DIAGRAM 32 11 Attach the top rail adapters (C) on both ends of the top rail insert (B) as shown in Diagram 33.
15 Attach post caps (L) and rail gaskets (F) as shown in Diagram 37. 17 Install the post cap (L) with screw (U) as shown in Diagram 39. Screw (U) DIAGRAM 37 DIAGRAM 39 16 If needed adjust the foot blocks (I) to the correct height as shown in Diagram 38.
45 Degree Angle Bracket Parts X V W Y Z Z AA AA X V Y W Z Z AA AA V - Left side 45 degree connector (X2) Z - Screw # 10 x 1 3/16" (X16) W - Left side angle bracket (X2) AA - Screw # 10 x 3/8" (X12) X - Right side 45 degree connector (X2) AB - M3 Hex wrench (X1) Y - Right side angle bracket (X2) AC - Template card (X1) 36" Hybrid Composite Railing Installation Guide / v20201110US 17
45 Degree Angle Bracket Installation IMPORTANT POINTS: • This bracket can only be used to install a 45 degree angle onto the post. • There are a total of 4 brackets, 2 for each side (left and right).
1 First measure your post to ensure it has the dimensions shown in Diagram 1. Next take the template card (AC) and place it at the dimensions show in Diagram 1. 3 Lower the post skirt (K) over the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 3. Template 36" (914 mm) Post 6 1/8" (155 mm) DIAGRAM 3 4 DIAGRAM 1 2 Next take either the left side angle bracket (W) or the right side angle bracket (Y) and place it in front of the predrilled holes as shown in Diagram 4.
5 Repeat step 4 but install the bracket for the bottom of the rail as show in Diagram 5. 7 Once the connector has covered the bracket secured to the post take the Hex wrench (AB) provided and secure to the underside of the bracket with three screws (AA) as shown in Diagram 7. This will secure both connector and bracket together to create the final angled bracket.
9 Drill in the bottom post brackets (G) with screw (P) as shown in Diagram 9. DIAGRAM 10 Wood Saw Top Rail (A1) Wood Saw Metal Saw Top Rail Insert (B) Metal Saw Wood Saw Bottom Rail (A2) Wood Saw DIAGRAM 9 3 1/16" (78 mm) ≤ L ≤ 3 3/8" (85 mm) DIAGRAM 11 10 Cut rail (A1 & A2) to the length between the left side 45 degree connector (V) and the right side 45 degree connector (X) minus 1/8" (3 mm) on each side for inserting the rail gaskets (F) as shown in Diagram 10.
Stair Railing And Post Parts: • Parts D, E, F and I will be different from those displayed in the stair railing and post parts. • All other parts are the same for straight and stair railings and posts.
Stair Railing and Post Parts Continued: Original Dimensions Rail Length 73 5/16" (1862 mm) Post Sleeve Height 42 11/16" (1084 mm) Post Height 40 3/4" (1035mm) Post Sleeve Height 42 11/16" (1084 mm) 10 15/16" (278 mm) 7" (178 mm) Height of the Balusters 30 1/2" (775 mm) Post Height 40 3/4" (1035mm) IMPORTANT POINTS: Remember these dimensions listed below are the ORIGINAL dimensions out of the box, it still needs to be cut if you are doing a stair railing installation.
Stair Railing Installation: Dimensions after Installation Rail Length 73 1/8" (1857.5 mm) Post Sleeve Height 39" (991 mm) Post Height 36 7/8" (937mm) Post Sleeve Height 42 11/16" (1084 mm) 10 15/16" (278 mm) 7" (178 mm) Height of the Balusters 27 11/16" (703 mm) Post Height 40 3/4" (1035mm) IMPORTANT POINTS: • The stair railing is designed for a 32 degree angle with stair treads at 10 15/16" (278 mm) and stair risers 7" (178 mm). • The stair railing is designed for a 73 1/8" (1857.5 mm) rail length.
1 Mark where the post (J) will be installed. The maximum distance of the post is 64 3/4" (1645 mm) as shown in Diagram 1. DIAGRAM 2 DIAGRAM 3 3 Install the post (J) as shown in Diagram 4-20. Note: Screw (S) is used when installed on concrete. Screw (T) is used when installed on deck. DIAGRAM 1 2 Cut post (J), which will be placed on the top, to the length of 36 7/8" (937 mm ) as shown in Diagram 2. The post on the lower side DO NOT need to be cut.
Installing the Post on a Concrete Surface a. First position the post (J) in the position of installation. Then use a marker or pencil to mark the drilling hole positions as shown in Diagram 4. c. Insert the plastic anchors into the drilled holes as shown in Diagram 6. DIAGRAM 6 d. Position the post (J) over the predrilled holes and then insert the screws (S) into the designated DIAGRAM 4 b. Now take a drill and drill in the spots marked previously as shown in Diagram 5. holes as shown in Diagram 7.
e. Now fix and tighten each screw, once complete it should look like Diagram 8. g. Put the post skirt (K) over the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 10. DIAGRAM 10 DIAGRAM 8 f. Install the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 9. DIAGRAM 9 h. Then put the post cap (L) on top of the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 11.
Installing the Post on a Deck a. Following Diagram 12, 13 position the post (J). Note: Installing directly on the board requires a substrate underneath in order for the screws to fully secure the board, ensure careful attention is paid to Diagram 12, 13. b. Once the post (J) is in the correct position mark the holes with a marker or pencil as shown in Diagram 14. 1 1/2"(38 mm) 1 1/2"(38 mm) L=min7 5/16"(185 mm) DIAGRAM 12 DIAGRAM 14 c.
d. Put the post (J) back over the predrilled holes and insert the screws (T) lag bolts into place as shown in Diagram 16. f. The post sleeve (N) can now be put over the post (J) as show in Diagram 18. Screws (T) DIAGRAM 16 e. Tighten the lag bolts with washers underneath the substrate as shown in Diagram 17.
g. Finally take the post skirt (K) and put it over the post sleeve (N) to cover the bottom of the post (J) as shown in Diagram 19. Then take the post cap (L) and cover the top of the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 20.
Stair Railing Installation Continued 4 First, mark on the post which will be on the stair top using the "Stairs - Top Post" cardboard template. Use the top 4 holes for top rail bracket and use the bottom 2 holes for the bottom post brackets. 5 Pre-drill post bracket holes with a 1/8" (3 mm) bit as shown in Diagram 22. Lower the post skirt (K) over the post sleeve (N) as shown in Diagram 23.
7 Cut rails (A1 & A2) to the length (L1 in Diagram 26) between the post sleeve (N) minus 1/8" (3 mm) on each side for inserting rail gaskets at a 32 degree angle. L1 can be measured like L minus 1/8" (3 mm) on each side. If you are installing a stair railing that needs a different configuration of balusters please refer to page 36. The top rail insert (B) is designed for a maximum of 71 7/8" (1825.7 mm) as shown in Diagram 28. The railing is designed for a maximum of 73 1/8" (1857.5 mm) as in Diagram 29.
9 Pre-drill and install the foot blocks (IS) with screw (R) on the bottom rail as shown in Diagram 31. Foot blocks should be evenly spaced out depending on the length of the final rail and cannot be installed underneath a pre-drilled baluster hole. Note: Top rail is A1 in Diagram 32. The holes should be facing downwards. Bottom rail is A2 in Diagram 32. The holes should be facing upwards. 11 Slide the top rail insert (B) into the top rail (A1) as shown in Diagram 34.
14 Install the baluster plugs (ES) and balusters (M) as shown in Diagram 37. 16 Pre-drill and install with screw (Q) as shown in Diagram 39. Screw (Q) DIAGRAM 37 DIAGRAM 39 15 Attach the top rail (A1) to the top rail brackets (DS) as shown in Diagram 38. 17 Install the post cap (L) and rail gaskets (F1S, F2S) as shown in Diagram 40.
18 If needed adjust the foot blocks (IS) to the correct height as shown in Diagram 41. 19 Install the post cap (L) with screw (U) as shown in Diagram 42.
Internal Post to Post Dimensions when Installing Different Baluster Configurations(L) 14 balusters L = 56 5/8"(1438.2 mm) 13 balusters 12 balusters 11 balusters L = 52 13/16"(1340.9 mm) L = 48 15/16"(1243.6 mm) L = 45 1/8"(1146.4 mm) 10 balusters L = 41 5/16"(1049.1 mm) 9 balusters L = 37 1/2"(951.8 mm) 8 balusters 7 balusters 6 balusters 5 balusters L= L= L= L= 33 5/8"(854.6 mm) 29 13/16"(757.3 mm) 26"(660 mm) 22 3/16"(562.
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