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• Please read all instructions completely before starting any installation of DekPro™ Prestige Railing Systems.
• SAFETY: Always be safe and follow all instructions when using power tools and always wear safety goggles!
• Proper blocking must be in place before mounting posts.
• Rail Sections come in nominal 6ft & 8ft lengths. (Actual rail lengths are 70" and 96.75" respectively).
• Residential default finished rail height when using DekPro™ bracket installation Quick Jig is 38" and Commercial is 42".
• Posts are available in RESIDENTIAL (3.0" post w/ flange and 4" Sleeve) and COMMERCIAL (3" post w/ flange)
• DekPro™ Prestige Railings should be installed using good building principles in accordance with local building codes
and the installation guidelines. Consult your local building code official and check all code requirements before
installing railings. DekPro™ or its distributors shall not be held liable for improper or unsafe installations.
• It is the responsibility of the installer to obtain all required building permits and meet code requirements.
• DekPro™ Prestige Railing has been tested by ATI and meets the most current testing standards for IRC and IBC
construction codes AC273. Test report CCRR # 0233.
• For questions contact Absolute Distribution Inc., U.S. national distributor for DekPro™ Prestige
Railing Systems at 800-335-5909 or www.AbsoluteDist.com
• Level
• Mallet / Hammer
• Speed Square
• Cordless Drill / Impact driver
• Quick clamp grips
• Pencil
Rail
2-1/4"
1-5/8"
Top Rail
1-3/8"
1-1/4"
Bottom Rail
All fasteners for attaching brackets to posts and rails are packaged with rail kits. Fasteners for post base are NOT
provided due to varying installation circumstances. #14 T30 Torx, self-drilling screws included. 2 screws for each
bracket attachment and 1 screw for securing rail profile to the bracket. Foot block assembly has 1 screw for the
connector and two for the shoe. All screws are color matched to the rail. Use a T30 Torx screwdriver bit for a sure fit.
DekPro™ Prestige Aluminum Rail System
Level Railing Installation Instructions
Level Railing Installation Guide
Recommended Tools for Installation
• Tape Measure
• Miter saw with high tooth count carbide blade
• 13/64" drill bit (Optional)
• T30 Torx screwdriver bit
• Ratchet Strap
Rail Profiles & Hardware
Top Rail
3/4" Square
Bracket
Baluster
#14 x1 T30 Torx
Bottom Rail
Bracket
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Foot Block
2" Foot Block
(Typically not used)
3-1/8"
Foot Block
Rail Connector
Foot Block Shoe
Screw (x2)
Foot Block
Shoe
Connector Screw
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Summary of Contents for DekPro PRESTIGE
- Page 1 • It is the responsibility of the installer to obtain all required building permits and meet code requirements. • DekPro™ Prestige Railing has been tested by ATI and meets the most current testing standards for IRC and IBC construction codes AC273. Test report CCRR # 0233.
- Page 2 DekPro™ Prestige Aluminum Rail System Level Railing Installation Instructions Post Placement & Installation Step 1: Layout Lay out post placement. If stairs are involved, it may be beneficial to start with post placement at top of stair run. Actual Railing Lengths: •...
- Page 3 Step 3a: Attaching Brackets to Post Standard Installation - Using Prestige Quick Jig • Clamp Prestige™ Quick Jig to post. • Insert brackets into the Quick Jig • Use T30 Torx self-drilling screws to fasten bracket. - Pre-drill holes if desired Bottom •...
- Page 4 DekPro™ Prestige Aluminum Rail System Level Railing Installation Instructions Level Rail Installation (Continued) Kit Includes: 1 - Top Rail (Baluster connectors installed) 1 - Bottom Rail (Baluster connectors installed) 2 - Bottom Rail Brackets 2 - Top Rail Brackets 1 - Foot Block Rail Support Kit Aluminum Balusters •...
- Page 5 DekPro™ Prestige Aluminum Rail System Level Railing Installation Instructions Level Rail Installation (Continued) ↓ ↓ Step 6a: Mounting Foot Block to Rail • Center and install plastic connector to bottom rail. • Center foot block shoe between post and install to deck surface.
- Page 6 DekPro™ Prestige Aluminum Rail System Quick Jig Instructions Quick Jig Overview DekPro™ Prestige Quick Jig The Quick Jig rail guide allows you to locate and fasten rail brackets to the post for level railing, eliminating the need to measure. Quick Jig can also be used to plumb posts using the attached 2-way level.
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