AZEK Stair Rail with Universal Bracket - Manual

STAIR RAILING WITH UNIVERSAL BRACKET INSTALLATION GUIDELINES for
AZEK Premier AZEK Trademark AZEK Reserve
Page 1
Pencil
Measuring
Tape
Drill
5/16”
Drill Bit
Scrap
Length of
Wood
1/8”
Drill Bit
7/16”
Wrench
3/16”
Drill Bit
3/8”
Drill Bit
Impact
Driver
Speed
Square
Mitre Saw
fitted with a
high tooth
count finish
carpentry
blade
Tools Required
Recommended
(2) Threaded Plates
(2) Spring Clip Threaded
Plate Retainer
(4) Lag
Screws (4) Balls (4) Cups (4) Brackets
(4) Stair Brackets
(1) T-25 Bit
(1) Spring Clip
Installation Tool
(28) Baluster
Screws
(8) 2 1/2”
#10 Wood
Screws
(5) 1” #8 Wood
Screws
(8) 5/8” #10 Machine
Screws
(1) Handrail
(1) Top Retainer
Trademark Profiles Shown throughout Instructions
Premier
Profiles
Reserve
Profiles
(13) Balusters
(1) Bottom Rail
Parts
Hardware
Universal Bracket Pack
1 Prepare
for post
sleeves
NOTE: UNIVERSAL BRACKETs are needed for installations involving compound rail angles. For simple
stair angles use brackets included in Stair Rail kits. Maximum horizontal angle of the Universal Ball
Bracket is 22.5˚. Maximum vertical angle of the Universal Ball Bracket is 37˚.
• The 4 x 4 should be completely “boxed in” around all 4 corners of the firmest attachment.
• Make sure posts are level and plumb.
• If post is twisted or oversized, trim as necessary so post sleeve slides easily over post. (Do not force
sleeve over post)
• Post sleeves may also be used over wood posts installed with Surface Mount Bracket or Tallboy
Surface Mount Bracket.
• Post sleeves should not be notched for installation.
• If installing using a Surface Mount Bracket or Tallboy Surface Mount Bracket, please refer to those
specific installation instructions.
• IMPORTANT: Must check with local building code for proper installation of wood post and decking attachment.
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the
DRIVE TOOL/DRILL
is configured or set
to use the SCREW
setting when driving
and/or tightening all
FASTENERS.
WARNING: Post sleeves are not designed to be used in structural applications.
Therefore, they should not be used where they may be subject to weight
bearing applications such as supports for a roof of a porch or deck.
© 2013 AZEK Building Products. All rights reserved
• Please read all instructions completely before starting any part of the installation.
• Each AZEK Premier and AZEK Trademark railing kit comes complete with all parts, hardware and installation guide to install one
complete rail section (excluding posts.)
• Each AZEK Reserve railing kit comes complete with all parts, hardware and installation guide to install one complete rail section
(excluding handrail and posts.)
• Railing sections have been pre-cut to 6 ft. lengths. Check to ensure that the kit is complete.
• AZEK Rail should be installed using the same good building principles used to install wood or composite railing and in accordance with
the local building codes and the installation guidelines included below. AZEK Building Products Inc. accepts no liability or responsibil-
ity for the improper installation of this product.
• AZEK Rail may not be suitable for every application and it is the sole responsibility of the installer to be sure that AZEK Rail is fit for
the intended use. Since all installations are unique, it is also the installer’s responsibility to determine specific requirements in regards
to each Rail application.
• AZEK Building Products recommends that all applications be reviewed by a licensed architect, engineer or local building official before
installation. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please call AZEK Customer Service at 877-ASK-AZEK (877-275-
2935) or visit our website at www.azek.com.
• AZEK Railing is tested as a whole system and should be used that way. It is not intended to be used in conjunction with other railing
systems or fasteners.
• The following Installation Guidelines are applicable for installation of AZEK Premier, AZEK Trademark, and AZEK Reserve Rail Systems
(except AZEK Reserve over post applications).
• IMPORTANT: Make sure the DRIVE TOOL/DRILL is configured or set to use the SCREW setting when driving and/or tightening all FASTENERS.
• SAFETY: Always wear goggles when handling, cutting, drilling and fastening materials.
• NOTE: Check local code requirements prior to installation.
1 Prepare
for post
sleeves
NOTE: UNIVERSAL BRACKETs are needed for installations involving compound rail angles. For simple
stair angles use brackets included in Stair Rail kits. Maximum horizontal angle of the Universal Ball
Bracket is 22.5˚. Maximum vertical angle of the Universal Ball Bracket is 37˚.
• The 4 x 4 should be completely “boxed in” around all 4 corners of the firmest attachment.
• Make sure posts are level and plumb.
• If post is twisted or oversized, trim as necessary so post sleeve slides easily over post. (Do not force
sleeve over post)
• Post sleeves may also be used over wood posts installed with Surface Mount Bracket or Tallboy
Surface Mount Bracket.
• Post sleeves should not be notched for installation.
• If installing using a Surface Mount Bracket or Tallboy Surface Mount Bracket, please refer to those
specific installation instructions.
• IMPORTANT: Must check with local building code for proper installation of wood post and decking attachment.
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the
DRIVE TOOL/DRILL
is configured or set
to use the SCREW
setting when driving
and/or tightening all
FASTENERS.
WARNING: Post sleeves are not designed to be used in structural applications.
Therefore, they should not be used where they may be subject to weight
bearing applications such as supports for a roof of a porch or deck.
5/16”
Drill Bit
Scrap
Length of
Wood
1/8”
Drill Bit
7/16”
Wrench
3/16”
Drill Bit
3/8”
Drill Bit
Speed Square
(2) Spring Clip Threaded
Plate Retainer
(4) Lag
Screws
(4) Balls (4) Cups (4) Brackets
(4) Stair
Brackets
Universal Bracket Pack
Tools Required
Hardware
Pencil Measuring Tape
Impact
Drill
Mitre Saw
fitted with a
high tooth
count finish
carpentry blade
(2) Threaded Plates
(7) 1” #8 Wood Screws
(8) 5/8” #10
Machine Screws
(1) Spring Clip
Installation Tool
(1) 3/16”
Allen Key
(1) T-25 Bit
Baluster Screws
(8) 2 1/2” #10
Wood Screws
Rail Packs Baluster Packs
(1) Handrail
(1) Top Retainer
Composite: 2.5 balusters per LFT
Metal: 2.75 balusters per LFT
Premier
Bottom Rail Reserve
Bottom Rail Premier
Top Rail Reserve
Top Rail
Trademark Profiles shown throughout Instructions
Composite
Square
Metal
Square
Metal
Round
15
per
pack
20
per
pack