8' rail installation instructions – Deckorators CXT8 Rail User Manual

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8' Rail Installation Instructions

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Step 13: Measure the distance between the posts and trim the upper top rail
to length and set on the assembly.

Taking care not to drill all the way through

the upper rail, use a 1/8" drill bit to pre-drill four 1-1/2" deep holes, equally
spaced, through the underside of the inner rail and into the underside of the
upper rail. Tip: Place a piece of tape 1-1/2" from the end of the drill bit. Do not
drill past the tape. Fasten cap rail in place using four 1-1/2" pan head screws.
Step 14: Apply construction adhesive to the inside edges of the post caps and
place over each post sleeve.
Note: Touch-up paint is available to repair any chips or blemishes that occur
during assembly and installation. Contact a Deckorators customer service
agent at 800-332-5724 for availability.

fig. 6

Designer

Baluster

Connector

Inverted

Inner

Rail

Step 11: Determine the length of the balusters (fig. 3). Fig. 3 illustrates
how a 36" high railing might be sized. Starting with a 3" sweep + 2" for
the bottom railing, 29" baluster height + 2" for the top rail = a 36" rail
height. If these are the dimensions that you are going to use, cut the
balusters to 29" length using a cut-off or miter saw. Use 35" balusters for
42" railings. If you want to have your railing at a different height, use fig.
3 as a planning tool to determine the height to cut the post sleeves and
the balusters.

If you are using 32" glass balusters, your overall railing height

will be 39". Note: Use a fixture to ensure a consistent length (+/- 1/16"). Trim
the balusters to the required length. Install balusters on each baluster
connector. Gently tap the balusters with a rubber mallet to eliminate any
gaps. Check for level end to end.

Tip: Wrap painters tape around the back

side of both posts and place balusters against the tape. The tape will balance
the balusters in place until the upper rails are installed. Remove tape when
upper rail is in place.

Step 12: Important: When using Deckorators Designer Baluster Connectors
(both Estate and Classic), the upper inner rail must be inverted (fig. 5). Use
an exterior adhesive on the underside of the Designer Baluster Connectors to
prevent the balusters from spinning. Install the baluster connectors on the
underside of the top inner rail (fig. 6). Set the rail on to the balusters, gently
tapping the rail to remove any gaps. Attach the inner rail to the brackets
by pre-drilling eight 1/8" holes at each bracket hole and into the inner rail.
Fasten the rail to the bracket using eight 1" long countersunk screws.

fig. 5

Deckorators is not suitable for structural use. It should not be used for primary load-bearing members such as posts, joists, beams or stringers. The same common-sense precautions should be taken

when handling Deckorators as with wood or other building materials. Dust masks and eye protection devices are recommended to avoid possible irritation from sawdust and chips. Gloves will help to

protect the hands. Hands should be washed after doing construction work.

The diagrams and instructions in this brochure are for illustration purposes only and are not meant to replace a licensed professional. Any construction or use of the product must be in accordance with

all local zoning and/or building codes. The consumer assumes all risks and liability associated with the construction or use of this product. The consumer or contractor should take all necessary steps

to ensure the safety of everyone involved in the project, including, but not limited to, wearing the appropriate safety equipment.

EXCEPT AS CONTAINED IN THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY,

WARRANTOR DOES NOT PROVIDE ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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