Instructions / Assembly

12. Check to make sure the frame components are flush and tighten all bolted connections with tools.
INSTALL PIPE SUPPORTS AND ROLL-IN KITS:
1. Install Pipe Post Brackets (PN 10810) using ½ - 13 X 1 inch bolts provided as shown on the basic
configuration layouts. The nuts are slipped into the pockets and the shorter bolts fasten the brackets to
the Side Frame Rail. The ½-13 X 1.25 inch bolts are stainless steel and should be screwed into the
weld nuts on the Post Bracket. CAUTION: Maximum span between post supports is 16 feet. Shore
Ramps require support posts at the shore end (use washers for spacers to install these post brackets).
2. Slip Support Pipe (PN 10812-10815) through Pipe Post Brackets and install Foot Plate (PN 10811). For
Roll-In Kits, install Axle Converters (PN 10820) instead of the foot plates, pointing the long part of the
horizontal axle converters towards each other.
3. For Roll-In Kits, slip axle through pipe converters, slide wheels & washers in place and fasten Wheel
Clamps to axle pipe to keep wheels in place. Maintain a 1/8 inch gap between wheel and Axle Converter
when fastening clamp. For straight docks, use 6 ft axle pipe and fasten wheels to the ends of the pipe
outside the dock frame. For Patio Docks, use 8 ft axle pipe and fasten the wheels inside the dock frame
adjacent to the Axle Converters. Tighten bolts ½ turn after bolt contacts pipe. Retighten as necessary.
Add optional Pipe Stabilizer Brace Kit by bolting one end to lower ½ inch diameter hole in welded vertical
angle of dock frame located 4 ft towards shore from the Pipe Brackets for the Roll-In Kit. Use connector
strap to connect other end to vertical pipe support on Roll-In Kit approximately 3 feet below dock frame.
If there is not enough pipe, bolt brace to top hole on vertical angle of dock frame instead.
4. Carefully roll or set the dock in place. Additional helpers may be needed. Adjust pipe supports to level
the dock. Use winch tool, jack, come-along or other means to raise or lower dock. Tighten set bolts on
Pipe Post Brackets. Make sure the long aluminum frame braces are installed on the underside of frame.
5. Install Decking
A) For pre-assembled Cedar Decking Sections, PN 10870, set 4’ x 4’ sections in openings in frame.
B) For pre-assembled poly Dock-Top™ Sections, PN 10860, set 4’ x 4’ sections in openings in frame.
Rotate each Deck Locker (if included) under frame side rails to secure the decking to the dock frame.
Note: To assemble poly panel, lay 4 individual panels upside down (with Dock-Top logos in same
direction) on a flat surface and install 6 Deck Connecting Clips PN 10859 at the panel joints
approximately 12 inches from the edge as indicated below using a hammer. Install 4 or 6 Deck
Lockers PN 10867 between the panels with screws in the pre-drilled holes located about 2-1/4 inches
from the edge (mount with swivel end to outside of panel). Fewer Deck Lockers may be needed when
creating a continuous decking “sheet” where all sections are connected with Deck Connecting Clips on
permanent installations. Secure panels to Shore Ramps with cable ties or screws.
CAUTION: Always secure decking to the frame using cable ties, screws or Deck Lockers.