Barrette RDI Elevation Rail Instructions D'installation page 3

1.
Determine the desired post placement. Make sure to line
up all the posts from the center (Fig. 1). Maximum span
of a level section is 68" between posts (72" on center).
(Fig. 2)
NOTE:
The offset of a corner post is slightly different than a
mid or end post (approximately
2.
Post mounting
a. Posts are designed and manufactured to accept
fasteners (sold separately). Be sure to use appropriate
fasteners for your installation.
b. Determine the desired rail placement and snap a
chalk line onto the mounting surface to ensure that all
posts are aligned properly (Fig. 3).
c. Plumb and level the posts using leveling shims
(included) (Fig. 4), secure the posts in place with
appropriate fasteners (sold separately) and install
base trims on each post (Fig. 5).
d. Determine the appropriate method for installing your
posts below.
Concrete Surface Installations:
a. Purchase four
building codes
b. Mark holes through mounting plate onto concrete
surface and follow masonry anchor manufacturer
installation instructions.
c. Install base trim sections around post. Take one side
of base trim and push plastic plugs through the hole
underneath. Take second half of base trim and push
together (Fig. 5).
⁄
1
4
⁄ " masonry anchors according to local
3
8
").
⁄ "
3
8
72" 72"
68" 68"
Deck Deck
Mounting Plate Mounting Plate
Chalk Line Chalk Line
Post Post
Level Level
Leveling Shim Leveling Shim
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Base trim Base trim
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