Installation Guide
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LEVEL RAIL POSTS INSTALLATION:
1.
Note: If an over-the-post installation is desired, the post will need to be cut from the standard
length to accomplish this. To determine this height, place the post in the desired locations to
be installed, and mark for the bracket location as instructed in step 7. Then, mark a line 3/4”
above the bracket location marks. This will be the location to cut the post and permit the top
rail to be installed flush with the top of the post and allow a deck board to be installed over
the top of the post.
2. Install the post by attaching the aluminum mounting flange to the surface of the deck or balcony.
Position the post so the fastener will go into the floor joist, and make sure the decking is firmly attached
to the joist at the location of the post. If necessary, use wood blocking as reinforcement underneath the
decking where the posts are located. Post mounting fasteners should be able to secure into the joist or
do not provide sufficient material for a safe installation.
Note: When installing MoistureShield
®
Pro Rail Post onto treated wood surface, install the provided ACQ pad (included in the post kit)
between the post base and the treated surface.
3.
provided on the mounting flange. Mark the mounting flange hole locations and
remove the post. Drill the marked locations into the decking and reinforcement
post. Insert the appropriate fasteners to secure the mounting flange to the deck
structure.
4. Finish by sliding the base trim to the bottom of the post to cover the mounting flange.
5. To install the post cap, set it in place on top of the post and strike with a rubber mallet to drive the post
cap onto the post. Silicone or water based caulking may be used to secure the post cap and base trim.
Post and balusters packaged separately.
PARTS INCLUDED:
A
B C D E
F
G H I J
ALUMINUM LEVEL RAIL