Installation Instructions

Figure 9
RAIL INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
Step 4: Fit Rails to Post
Tilt the posts to allow the bottom rail to fit into the bottom post brackets (Figure 5).
Repeat for top rail.
Step 5: Tighten Posts and Fasten Rails
After top and bottom rails are fitted into the post brackets, plumb and tighten the
posts.
Step 6: Fasten Bottom Rail Crush Block
Position the bottom rail crush block under the center of the bottom rail. Fasten
bottom rail crush block to the bottom rail with (1) #10 x 3/4-in screw (Figure 8).
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Using the two pre-drilled holes under
the top post bracket, fasten the top rail
to the top post bracket with (2) #10 x
3/4-in screws (Figure 6).
Optional: Pre-drill the holes with a
1/8-in drill bit.
Fasten bottom rail through the middle
of the perpindicular sides of the bottom
post bracket with (2) #10 x 3/4-in
screws (Figure 7).
Optional: Pre-drill the holes with a
1/8-in drill bit.
Figure 5
Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 6
Step 7: Drill Drain Holes in Bottom Rail
Drill three 1/4-in drain holes from open holes in the top of the bottom rail through
the underside of the bottom rail (Figure 9).
Step 8: Install Rail Balusters
Starting at one end of the rail, install one baluster into the bottom rail so it is plumb
with the post. Measure the opening size for the first spacer clip, cut and install
into the underside of the top rail (Figure 10). Continue adding a baluster then a
spacer clip, working to other end, until 4 holes are left (Figure 11). Insert the final 4
balusters as a group, then spread them out and secure with spacer clips. Measure
the last opening, then measure, cut and install the final spacer clip.
Spacer clip cut to
same size as the last
bottom rail space
Figure 10
Figure 11
AL RL PK 72X36 BL
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