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RadianceRail
Installation Guide
Installing RadianceRail
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Installing RadianceRail
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TimberTech Code Listings
Once a product is tested by an independent lab, an application and report is submitted to one of several agencies that provide listings for building
products that meet the requirements of Acceptance Criteria 174 (AC 174) as set forth by the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES).
TimberTech currently has listings from the ICC-ES and Architectural Testing Inc. The following TimberTech reports on code compliance are available
to download on www.timbertech.com.
For the most up-to-date code listings visit
www.timbertech.com/installation.
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Please read all instructions completely before starting any part of the installation.
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TimberTech Rail should be installed using the same good building principles used to install wood or composite railing and in accordance with the local building
codes and the installation guidelines included below. TimberTech accepts no liability or responsibility for the improper installation of this product.
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TimberTech Rail may not be suitable for every application and it is the sole responsibility of the installer to be sure that TimberTech Rail is fit for the intended use.
Since all installations are unique, it is also the installer's responsibility to determine specific requirements in regards to each Rail application.
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TimberTech recommends that all applications be reviewed by a licensed architect, engineer or local building official before installation. If you have any questions
or need further assistance, please call TimberTech Customer Service at 1.800.307.7780 or visit our website at www.timbertech.com.
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TimberTech Railing is tested as a whole system and should be used that way. It is not intended to be used in conjunction with other railing systems or fasteners.
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The following Installation Guidelines are applicable for installation of TimberTech RadianceRail railing.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure the DRIVE TOOL/DRILL is configured or set to use the SCREW setting when driving and/or tightening all FASTENERS.
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SAFETY: Always wear goggles when handling, cutting, drilling and fastening materials.
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Failure to install this product in accordance with applicable building codes and TimberTech's written Rail Install Guide may lead to personal injury, affect rail system
performance and void the product warranty.
decking | railing | lighting | fastening
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with Balusters ............................................................................................................ 2
Stairs with Balusters ................................................................................................... 7
ATI Architectural Testing, Inc.
CCRR-0114 • RadianceRail & RadianceRail Express
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Summary of Contents for Timbertech RadianceRail
- Page 1 • TimberTech Rail may not be suitable for every application and it is the sole responsibility of the installer to be sure that TimberTech Rail is fit for the intended use. Since all installations are unique, it is also the installer’s responsibility to determine specific requirements in regards to each Rail application.
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Page 2: Component Dimensions
Baluster Screw Kit Hardware Mounting Kit Hardware included in • RadianceRail 10’, 8’, and 6’ Rails are designed not to exceed 4 - Mounting Brackets Hardware Mounting 2 - Support Blocks 10’, 8’, and 6’’ center of post to center of post, respectively. - Page 3 Installing RadianceRail ® with Balusters INSTALL POST INSTALL LOWER SLEEVES SUPPORT BLOCK • Position template at bottom of Post Sleeve • Trim Post Sleeves above Post Skirt. to desired length. Template Support Block 39” above deck surface is optimal for 36” railing heights.
- Page 4 Installing RadianceRail ® with Balusters INSTALL BOTTOM SUPPORT RAIL • Position Bottom Support Rail assembly 7/64” Pre-Drill onto Support Blocks. #8 x 3” Green #8 x 3” Green Coated Screws Coated Screws SPACE BALUSTER TRIM RAILS • Measure distance between the posts at the Bottom Support Rail.
- Page 5 Installing RadianceRail ® with Balusters ASSEMBLE BALUSTER SECTION Top Support #8 x 3” Coated Screws Rail • Attach Mounting Brackets at each end of the Top Support Rail as outlined in Step 3. See step 3 for bracket installation Pre-Drill 7/64”...
- Page 6 Installing RadianceRail ® with Balusters INSTALL TOP RAIL AND POST CAPS • Measure and cut Top Rail to length. Trim both ends for a Post Cap clean cut. Top Rail • Attach Post caps using exterior grade caulk applied to the underside of the cap.
- Page 7 Installing RadianceRail ® Stairs with Balusters INSTALL POST TRIM RAILS COVERS Support Rails are rotated 90° for stair rail applications. • Trim Post Covers to desired length. Right Wrong • Determine measurements and angle as shown. • Trim both the...
- Page 8 Installing RadianceRail ® Stairs with Balusters Drill Baluster TRIM BALUSTERS Holes • Place the Bottom Rail and the Top Support Rail Important: Start cut at top edge to maximize the length. together as shown to Trim Baluster ends to required angle keep the holes aligned.
- Page 9 Installing RadianceRail ® Stairs with Balusters INSTALL BOTTOM SUPPORT RAIL Pre-Drill Brackets must be on the side of the rail 7/64” facing the stairs. For sections up to 6’: Place one Foot Block in the center of the rail For sections 6’ to 8’: Space two Foot...
- Page 10 Installing RadianceRail ® Stairs with Balusters INSTALL TOP RAIL AND POST CAPS • Position Top Rail over Support Rail and attach with screws. • Secure Post Caps with exterior grade caulk. Pre-Drill 3/16” #8 x 2 5/8” Coated Screws For typical stair angles, use provided 2 5/8”...
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- Page 12 RadianceRail ® Installation Guide TimberTech 894 Prairie Avenue Wilmington, OH 45177 timbertech.com 1.800.307.7780 © 2014 TimberTech RRKITINSTALL (Balusters) | 02/14...
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