Installation Instructions

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ALUMINUM ANGLE BRACKET INSTALLATION
ANGLE BRACKET INSTALLATION
Step 1: Install Bottom Angle Bracket
Measure up 1 7/8-in from the top of the post baseplate and make a horizontal line
with a pencil onto the post (Figure 1). Locate the BOTTOM edge of the backing
plate along the horizontal line. Take care to ensure the backing plate is centered
on the post, with the two mounting holes side-by-side. Mark the center of the two
mounting holes located inside the backing plate against the post.
Optional: Pre-drill the marked holes with a 1/8-in drill bit.
Locate the backing plate over the marked or pre-drilled mounting holes, and install
two #10 x 3/4-in screws through the backing plate and into the aluminum post. Do
not overtighten screws.
NOTE: If installing into a wood post, install using two #12 x 2-in pan head screws.
Slide the bottom rail end cap into the backing plate. Secure with two #10 x 1/2-in
screws through the backing plate holes and into the bottom rail cap’s pre-drilled
holes (Figure 2). A third #10 x 1/2-in screw is supplied to fill the end cap’s top
pre-drilled hole, if so desired.
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PRIOR TO INSTALLING ANGLE BRACKET:
Please consult local zoning laws in regards to load requirements, overall height requirements, and bottom space requirements for rails. All supporting structures must be in
accordance with applicable building codes. Neighborhood associations and/or historic districts may regulate size, type, placement and type of railing. Apply for permits if required by
local authorities and codes. Ensure compliance prior to installation. Local building code requirements will always supersede any and all suggested procedures and measurements in
the following installation. The following installation instructions are intended as a general guideline based on common building practices used in railing installation.
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Step 2: Install Top Angle Bracket
Measure up 30 1/8-in from the top of the installed bottom backing plate and make a
horizontal line with a pencil onto the post. Locate the BOTTOM edge of the backing
plate along the horizontal line. Take care to ensure the backing plate is centered on
the post, with the two mounting holes side-by-side (Figure 3). Mark the center of the
two mounting holes located inside the backing plate against the post.
Optional: Pre-drill the marked holes with a 1/8-in drill bit.
Locate the backing plate over the marked or pre-drilled mounting holes, and install
two #10 x 3/4-in screws through the backing plate and into the aluminum post. Do
not overtighten screws.
NOTE: If installing into a wood post, install using two #12 x 2-in pan head screws.
Slide the top rail end cap into the backing plate. Secure with two #10 x 1/2-in
screws through the backing plate holes and into the top rail cap’s pre-drilled holes
(Figure 4). A third #10 x 1/2-in screw is supplied to fill the end cap’s side pre-drilled
hole, if so desired.
Figure 1 Figure 3Figure 2 Figure 4
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TOOLS REQUIRED
• Power drill
• 1/8-in drill bit for optional pilot hole pre-drilling
• Tape measure
• Screwdriver or power drill for T25 Torx screws
• Safety glasses
• Pencil
KIT CONTENTS
• (1) Top Rail End Cap & Backing Plate
• (1) Bottom Rail End Cap & Backing Plate
• (4) #10 x 3/4-in Torx Screws
• (6) #10 x 1/2-in Torx Screws
• (4) #12 x 2-in pan head Torx Screws (for wood post)
• (1) Instruction Sheet
30 1/8-in
1 7/8-in