Installation Guide

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Feed the cable into the non-tension/ Lock Bolt cable.

Note: If you have trouble inserting the cable into the

fitting, it may be because the locking wedges have

become stuck. This is not a defect! Here's what you can

do to "free the wedges" -- Insert the key into the hole and

press until the wedges move freely. -- Only use the key as

you may risk getting that object stuck.

STEP

C A B L E A S S E M B L Y

The Tensioner comes with the

Threaded Bolt attached; you need to

separate first

Using the Push-Lock Tensioner with Threaded Bolt, hand

turn the threaded bolt component of the assembly

clockwise into the post, tightening with

a 3/16" hex wrench. Assemble female threaded rotating

portion of fitting onto male thread only so far as to

cover the male thread and no more.

STEP

T E N S I O N I N G F I T T I N G

A S S E M B L Y ( P O S T B )

Each set is to wrap around the intermediate

picket spacer on the top or the bottom, Fig.B.

For level installation: measure, cut and install

channel cover on top or bottom rail using 0.63”

notch to fit around intermediate picket.

Measure distance from other post to other side

of picket; mark this distance on other piece

ensuring to cut off 0.88” notch.

Install channel cover on top or bottom rail to

complete.

STEP

N O N - T E N S I O N I N G F I T T I N G

A S S E M B L Y ( P o s t A )

Place the black washer over the threaded Push-Lock bolt.

Turn the fitting into the pre-drilled and tapped 5/16-24

hole in the post A using 3/8" open-end wrench on

wrench flats milled into body of fitting. Stop turning

when shoulder on fitting between threaded bolt and

body makes contact with metal post.

Channel Cover package contains 2 pieces; one notched for

level intermediate picket spacer and one for stair

intermediate picket spacer.

STEP

C H A N N E L C O V E R

Fig. B

NOTE:

Top and bottom rail with

picket gasket can be cut at same

time. We recommend drilling a

3/16” hole every 2 - 3 feet in

bottom rail to allow water

drainage.

Measure distance between posts,

deduct 1/2” and cut top rail section.

Install top rail securing one end

only using #10 x 3/4" TEK screws

provided with post. Check to

ensure posts are perpendicular to

deck surface, and install remainder

of post to deck fasteners.

Refer to step 2 for appropriate

method to attach posts and note

about fasteners. (use exterior

silicone “non-corrosive” caulking in

screw holes for waterproofing).

Repeat and secure opposite end of

top rail. Insert support legs in

bottom rail evenly between posts

and secure into the deck with hex-

head lag bolt. Repeat procedure

every section approximately every

36-42” in rough position.(see

Fig.A)

Important:

Secure both rail ends

using two of the #10 x 3/4" TEK

screws provided, one from each side.

(see Fig.3 and 4)

T O P & B O T T O M R A I L

A S S E M B L Y

STEP

Install post brackets as

required. (See Fig. 3)

STEP

B R A C K E T A T T A C H M E N T

Install posts at this

time with only 1

fastener that

meets or exceeds

minimum

requirements

outlined in the

Vista

residential deck

railing design

guide (see Fig 2).

This will allow

enough movement

in the post for

installation of top

rail later. (see Step

4) (NOTE: Deck

fasteners are not

included)

STEP

P O S T T O R A I L A T T A C H M E N T

For post spacing and further

information, please consult

your authorized Vista Dealer

or refer to the Vista

residential deck railing design

guide at www.vistarailings.com

Locate posts as required with

the bottom plate ½” from the

edge of the deck (a greater

distance from edge may be

required on some decks so that

post anchoring screws can be

attached to solid wood under

deck surface). Refer to

residential deck railing design

guide for minimum

requirements of post fasteners.

STEP

P O S T A T T A C H M E N T

IMPORTANT: Before starting your residential Vista

deck railing project, please ensure to check your local

building codes and building permit requirements prior to

installation. Building codes may vary. Always comply with

all applicable building codes. Please check areas to be

drilled are free from utilities, services and hazards.

NOTE: Affixing posts to decking surface is a critical

part of ensuring the strength of your railings system.

Please choose a fastener that meets or exceeds the

minimum requirement outlined in the Vista

deck

railing design guide. If your deck is unique and is not

listed in the guide, please consult a professional

engineer for assistance.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in

serious injury or death!

No member of Vista Railing Systems Inc., or the Dealer shall be liable

for any loss or damage resulting from the improper installation or

use of this product. If any member of Vista Railing Systems Inc., or

the Dealer becomes liable for any loss or damage, the aggregate

liability of Vista Railing Systems Inc. shall be limited to the retail

purchase price of that product. For further information, please

consult your authorized Vista

Dealer.

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Fig. A

Fig.1

Summary of content (2 pages)

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STEP IMPORTANT: Before starting your residential VistaTM deck railing project, please ensure to check your local building codes and building permit requirements prior to installation. Building codes may vary. Always comply with all applicable building codes. Please check areas to be drilled are free from utilities, services and hazards. NOTE: Affixing posts to decking surface is a critical part of ensuring the strength of your railings system.
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STEP 6A THREADING CABLE THROUGH INTERMEDIATE POSTS Starting at Post A; feed the bare end of the cable through all of the Mid Posts and Intermediate Pickets. STEP 7 TENSIONING CABLE After attaching the non-tensioning fitting, tension cable by holding tensioner body at 3/8” wrench flat nearest cable (do not let this section rotate while cable is inserted) and rotating female threaded section of fitting with a 3/8” open-end wrench onto threads.