TAMKO TAM-RAIL - Manual (Page 5)

Post moUnt InstrUCtIons For
WooD/ComPosItE DECK aPPlICatIon
ImPortant ProDUCt saFEtY anD
PrE-InstallatIon InFormatIon
The following installation instructions are provided to guide you through
the installation process of the TAM‑RAIL
® Wood/Composite Post Mount Kit.
TAMKO ® Building Products, Inc. shall not be held liable for improper or
unsafe installations. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to an unsafe
product and will adversely effect coverage under the Limited Warranty.
TAMKO recommends that all designs be reviewed by a licensed
architect, engineer or local building official before installation to
ensure that they are safe and in compliance with local building code
requirements.
tools rEqUIrED For InstallatIon:
Tape measure, level, drill, 3/8" drill bit, wrench, safety glasses, and hearing
protection.
InstallatIon stEPs:
1. Reinforce post mount location by installing a minimum 3" of blocking under
the mounting location. Cut blocking to the length of the joist span opening
and secure with 3" deck screws or nails (not provided) directly under the
deck surface.
2. Using the leveling plate as a template, mark the locations of the four
mounting holes to be drilled. Drill four holes through the deck and blocking
using a 3/8" or 7/16" diameter drill bit.
3. Install the four leveling bolts into the post mount member. Place the leveling
plate on the decking surface and align over the four drilled holes. Place the
post mount member on top of the leveling plate and align the four holes.
Adjust the leveling screws to ensure the post mount member is level.
4. Install the four mounting bolts with washers as shown. On the underside,
place the back plate over the exposed mounting bolts. (Use the centered
holes for in–line applications and the offset holes for corner applications.)
Secure the back plate by using the supplied mounting nuts and washers.
5. Install the two guide blocks onto the post mount member. Position the lower
guide block at the bottom of the post and secure in place by installing one
of the supplied self‑drilling screws through the center of the guide block
and into the post until firmly seated. Position the upper guide block so
that the top of the guide block is 1" above the top of the post member and
secure in place by installing one of the supplied self‑drilling screws through
the center of the guide block and into the post until firmly seated.
6. Position the post ring over the post sleeve and slide over the post mount
system until the post sleeve is flush to the deck surface. Attach the post cap
to the post sleeve with PVC glue (not provided).
To install a TAM‑RAIL Straight or Stair Rail Kit to the TAM‑RAIL Post Mount,
use the 1" screws provided in this kit. Refer to the TAM‑RAIL Straight or
Stair Rail Installation Instructions for details.
Consult applicable building codes to determine permitted applications of TAM‑RAIL Railing. For code
compliance information, please see Architectural Testing, Inc. CCRR‑0118 at tamrail.com.
Post mount Kit 4' x 4' x 38' for use with all tam-raIl ® 6', 8' and 10' x 36' railing Kits
Post mount Kit 4' x 4' x 44' for use with all tam-raIl ® 6' and 8' x 42' railing Kits
IN-LINE INSTALLATION CORNER INSTALLATION
THE UPPER
GUIDE BLOCK IS
1" ABOVE THE
TOP OF THE
POST MEMBER
GUIDE BLOCK
SCREW
GUIDE BLOCK
SCREW
MOUNTING
BOLTS
WASHER
REINFORCEMENT
SCREWS
BACK PLATE
WASHER/NUT
BLOCKING
DECKING
LEVELING PLATE
LEVELING BOLT
FRAMING
POST MOUNT
MEMBER
Post moUnt ComPonEnts:
4" × 4" Post Sleeve (1)
Pyramid Post Cap (1)
New England Post Ring (1)
Post Mount Member (1)
Guide Blocks (2)
1" Stainless Steel Screws (13)
WooD aCCEssorY KIt:
3/4" Self‑Drilling Guide Block screws (4)
Leveling Plate (1)
5/16" × 1" Leveling Bolts (4)
5/16" Washers (8)
Back Plate (1)
5/16" × 6" Mounting Bolts (4)
5/16" Mounting Nuts (4)
SUBSTITUTION FOR THESE COMPONENTS IS
NOT ALLOWED AS SUBSTITUTING COMPONENTS
COULD CAUSE A SAFETY HAZARD.
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