CROSSOVER PRODUCT™ ST R U C T U R A L P OST I N STA L L AT I O N I N ST R U C T I O N S • Flush-Mount: pp. 2-5 • Fascia (Thru)-Mount: pp. 6-9 • Core-Mount: pp.
FLUSH-MOUNT POST INSTRUCTIONS • Determine placement of all structural posts before beginning installation. • RDI railing kits are manufactured for a 36”or 42” finished rail height with a 2” standard bottom space. COMPONENT LIST: Check the kit to ensure all components are included. C A) Vinyl Shim (2) B) Extrusion Set Screw (1) C) Centering Extrusion (2) B D) Galvanized Steel Post (1) A D Warning: Always wear safety goggles.
1. 2. 3. When installing a structural post in a flush-mount application, be sure that sufficient mounting structure exists to receive the post attachment fasteners. Install blocking under surface if necessary. Determine the rail direction and orient the structural post flange base accordingly (Fig. 2). After mounting location is confirmed, pre-drill for permanent mounting hardware (Fig. 3). Check and adjust structural post for plumb using supplied vinyl shims (Fig. 4).
. 5. 6. Position the lower extrusion aligning it with the proposed railing direction (Fig. 6). Ensure that the premounted top centering extrusion is aligned as well. Slide the vinyl sleeve over the centering extrusion. Mark and cut the sleeve to length. Slide the vinyl sleeve over the structural post and the centering extrusions (Fig. 10). Note: RDI railing kits are manufactured for a 36" or 42” finished-rail height with a 2" standard bottom space.
7. The post is now ready to accept the railing installation (Fig. 11). Note: Post caps should be glued on AFTER installation is complete. Simply apply a small amount of vinyl adhesive to the cap to permanently secure. (Fig.
FASCIA (THRU)-MOUNT POST INSTRUCTIONS • Determine placement of all structural posts before beginning installation. • RDI railing kits are manufactured for a 36” or 42” finished-rail height with a 2” standard bottom space. COMPONENT LIST: Check the kit to ensure all components are included. C A) Vinyl Shim (2) B) Extrusion Set Screw (1) C) Centering Extrusion (2) D) Steel Post (1) B A D Warning: Always wear safety goggles.
1. 2. 3. When installing a structural post in a fascia (thru)-mount application, be sure that sufficient mounting structure exists to receive post attachment fasteners. Ensuring that the post is plumb from side-to-side and at the appropriate height, clamp in place (Fig. 3). After mounting location is confirmed, pre-drill for permanent mounting hardware (Fig. 5). Using the provided vinyl shims, plumb the post and permanently secure with at least three mounting fasteners (Fig. 6,7).
4. 5. 6. Position the lower extrusion aligning it with the proposed railing direction (Fig. 8). Ensure that the premounted top centering extrusion is aligned as well. Slide the vinyl sleeve over the centering extrusion. Mark and cut the sleeve to length. Slide the cut vinyl sleeve over the structural post and the centering extrusions (Fig. 12). Tip: The sleeve should extend above the desired rail height enough to allow clearance for a post cap (Fig. 10).
7. The post is now ready to accept the railing installation (Fig. 14). Note: Post Caps should be glued on AFTER installation is complete. Simply apply a small amount of vinyl adhesive to the cap to permanently secure. (Fig.
CORE-MOUNT POST INSTRUCTIONS • Determine placement of all structural posts before beginning installation. • RDI railing kits are manufactured for a 36” or 42” finished-rail height with a 2” standard bottom space. COMPONENT LIST: Check the kit to ensure all components are included C A) Vinyl Shim (2) B) Extrusion Set Screw (1) C) Centering Extrusion (2) D) Steel Post (1) B A D Warning: Always wear safety goggles.
1. 2. 3. Consult your hydraulic cement manufacturer’s specifications for core hole diameter and depth based on the final railing height for your installation. After depth and diameter have been confirmed, drill and remove the core from the hole (Fig. 1, 2). Place the post in the hole and adjust for plumb (Fig. 3). Temporarily secure in place using clamps and wood supports (Fig. 4). After post has cured, follow the instructions for RDI flush-mount structural post, beginning with Step 4. (Fig.
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