Installation Guide

Top and

bottom

2-piece

drop-in

brackets

# 14 Type F

self-threading

screws

Straight Aluminum Railing Kit Instructions

• Consult your local building code official and check all Code Requirements

• Read all instructions thoroughly prior to assembly to assure correct installation. THE

MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR UNSAFE OR INCORRECT

INSTALLATION.

• These instructions are guidelines and do not cover every installation scenario

• Always use the fasteners provided in the railing kit. DO NOT swap any hardware.

• This railing kit has been tested by ATI and meets the IRC and IBC construction code standards

• Always follow all safety regulations when installing the railing section and always wear safety

glasses

• Purchaser has the sole responsibility to determine whether the aluminum railing and aluminum

post products comply with the applicable codes and are appropriate for the intended use. The

purchaser and installer should review the intended use of the products with a licensed

professional engineer to determine code compliance. Aluminum railing products are tested to meet

IRC and IBC Codes; additional testing information is available upon request.

• Cordless Drill/Impact Driver

• 13/64” Drill Bit

• #3 Phillips Screwdriver Bit

• Speed Square

• 2’ Level

• Post level (optional)

• Tape Measure

• Clamps (x2)

• Miter saw or portable band saw

• Rubber Mallet

TOOLS

HARDWARE & PROFILES

BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION:

¾” Square

Balusters

Foot

block kit

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Straight Aluminum Railing Kit Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION: • • • • • • • Consult your local building code official and check all Code Requirements Read all instructions thoroughly prior to assembly to assure correct installation. THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR UNSAFE OR INCORRECT INSTALLATION. These instructions are guidelines and do not cover every installation scenario Always use the fasteners provided in the railing kit. DO NOT swap any hardware.
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Section 1: The Posts 1. Lay out and mark where the posts will be installed on the deck surface. Assure that the 5”x5” base plate is at least 2” from the edge of the deck to allow for the 2-piece trim. 2. If installing on a deck (wood, composite), assure that the posts will attach to the sub-structure of the deck or patio.