COMPOSITE POST SLEEVE APPLICATIONS
Installation of Guide Blocks and Railing
NOTE: Pre-drilling is not required but is optional for attachment of guide blocks to post. Use a drill bit slightly smaller in size than that of screw being installed.
» If using the joist mount post with composite post sleeve, a quantity of 18 #8-15 x 1-1/4" screws are provided to cover all types of Trex railing bracket installations (Trex Signature, Transcend and Select). Therefore, depending on the type railing being installed, you may have screws that are not used. » If using 6x6 post sleeves, attach designated railing brackets using #8-15 x 1-3/4" (4.4 cm) 316 stainless steel screws (not provided). » Pre-drilling IS REQUIRED when attaching brackets to designated posts. Use a 9/64" (3.6 mm) drill bit to predrill at specified locations according to instructions provided with railing kits.
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1. Place or rest bottom aluminum guide block on bottom of post. Place guide on post so that notch is on a side that does not require railing to be attached. 2. Attach bottom guide block using one 10 x 1" self- tapping screw (provided) in notch to lock guide block onto post.
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3. Location of top guide block will vary slightly based on type and height of railing being installed. Determine this measurement and place top guide block in location where top bracket for desired railing would be approximately on center of the top railing bracket location. 4. Attach top guide block using one 10 x 1" self-tapping screw (provided) in notch to lock guide block onto post.
65 NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
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