TREX® ALUMINUM GATE Installation Instructions
INSTALLING ALUMINUM GATE TREX ALUMINUM
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5. A djust posts so that cut marks do not fall on a baluster. Make sure distance from first baluster to post is the same on both sides. Mark cut locations on panel.
1. M easure opening between posts (gates can be customized to fit nearly any opening up to 48 " [1219 mm] wide). 2. Subtract 1-7/8 " (48 mm) from above measurement. This will allow for proper gapping and location of gate.
NOTE: If widths do fall on a baluster, cut baluster flush at top and bottom prior to cutting panel.
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6. C ut panel using a reciprocating saw (equipped with a metal blade).
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3. Identify top and bottom of panel.
NOTE: The posts only fit in one direction.
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7. Insert posts into panel.
NOTE: Make sure top and bottom of panel orientation is correct.
4. L ay panel on a flat non-marring surface. Place posts on top of panel. Place posts so that width measurement from Step 2 is to the outside of each post.
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INSTALLING ALUMINUM GATE/ CONTINUED TREX ALUMINUM
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9. A ttach shorter side of hinge to the gate using
appropriate hinge hardware as listed in chart.
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8. U sing a 9/64" drill bit, pre-drill at location for attachment of railing to bracket. Secure posts to panel with four 5/8" long self-tapping screws (provided) in each location. Installing Hinges NOTES: » B oth wood and aluminum screws are included in hard- ware kit. (Refer to chart below.) » 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. » R efer to instructions included in hardware package. Be sure to use correct fasteners for aluminum. See chart below.
4" max (102 mm)
10. P lace 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. M ake sure posts are plumb and gate is level. Attach 11 1
longer side of hinges to post using appropriate hardware for type of post installed. Install hinge cover. 12. A fter 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, 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.
MINIMUM FASTENER SIZE - HINGE ATTACHMENT
SCREWS
Type
Length
No.
Wood Screw
2-1/2 " (64 mm)
#9
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Metal Screw
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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