TREX SIGNATURE® X-SERIES™ HORIZONTAL CABLE RAIL Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT NOTE: FOLLOW THESE STEPS AFTER ALL RAILING SECTIONS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED.
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PTC Fitting Engagement
Release Tool
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Turnbuckle Engagement
Notes: » An adjustable wrench can also be used on the flat sides of the PTC fitting. » Use the release tool on the turnbuckle wrench to release the cable from the PTC fitting if needed. PTC fittings are intended to be single use after the cable has been tensioned. Do NOT reuse PTC fittings after tensioning. » Before using the release tool, unthread the PTC fitting from the turnbuckle so that there is no tension on the cable.
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19. Tension each cable to 100 lbs by rotating the turnbuckle-side wrench. Do NOT rotate PTC fitting when tensioning cables. Tension cables from the center outward, following the sequence shown. Repeat sequence as necessary until all cables are fully tensioned.
17. Using the turnbuckle wrench(es) provided (one per kit), place one wrench on the flat sides of the PTC fitting.
Note: 42” rail height (with 12 cables) shown here.
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18. Place a second wrench on the turnbuckle as shown so that it locks in place with the cutouts on the end of the turnbuckle.
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