HOW TO INSTALL ALUMINUM GATE/ CONTINUED
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4" max (102 mm)
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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
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8. Using a 9/64" drill bit, pre-drill at location for attachment of railing to bracket. 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.
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and gate is level. Attach longer side of hinges to post using appropriate hardware for type of post installed. Install hinge cover.
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NOTE: Refer to instructions included in hardware package. Be sure to use correct fasteners for aluminum. See chart below.
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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, 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, 14
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MINIMUM FASTENER SIZE
SCREWS
Type
Length
No.
Wood Screw
2-1/2 " (64 mm)
#9
Metal Screw
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.
2 " (51 mm)
#8-18
NOTE: Use of non-Trex hardware is not recommended and could result in serious injury or death.
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