Installation Guide

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TREX
®
SIGNATURE™ RAILING
8. Secure posts to panel with four #8-18 short
self-tapping screws (provided) in each location.
9. Attach shorter side of
hinge to the gate.
NOTE: Refer to
instructions included in
hardware package. Be sure
to use correct fasteners for
aluminum. See chart below.
NOTE: Use of non-Trex hardware is not recommended
and could result in serious injury or death.
10. Place gate in opening on blocks. Sweep between
bottom of gate and top of deck cannot exceed
4" (102 mm) per IRC/IBC code regulations. Ensure
bottom gate posts will be high enough to clear skirts
on bottom of deck posts.
11. Make sure posts are plumb
and gate is level. Attach
longer side of hinges to
post using appropriate
hardware for type of post
installed. Install hinge
cover.
NOTES:
» Both wood and aluminum
screws are included in
hardware kit. (Refer to
chart under Step 9.)
» If using Trex Post Mounts with Post Sleeves,
pre-drilling is required using 1/8" (3 mm) drill bit,
as you must go through both aluminum sleeve and
internal post.
12. After determining location and height of hinge
and hasp (If using PT post/post sleeve, measure
location of latch body before attachment to post
sleeve. If necessary the L bracket of the latch body
can be removed in order to place the latch body in
proper location for latch bolt to engage.), install per
instructions included with hardware kit.
13. Ensure proper operation
of gate. Hinge tension is
adjustable (check hardware
kit instructions for more
detail).
14. After gate installation,
place blocks under gate
for support. Use a rubber
mallet to install cap onto
gate post. Repeat for other
gate post cap. Snap all
hinge covers into place.
HOW TO INSTALL ALUMINUM GATE/CONTINUED
8
1
1
9
2
10
4" max
(102 mm)
4" max
(102 mm)
MINIMUM FASTENER SIZE
SCREWS
Type Length No.
Wood Screw
2-1/2" (64 mm) #9
Metal Screw
2" (51 mm) #8-18
11
2
1
1
14
2