Tie Down Engineering Roof Zone 65014 Instructions

General Instructions: use (3) #9 x 3" Deck Screws or #12 x 2.5" wood screws
only. These must be fastened into truss or rafter through the 3 holes on the base of
the bracket. The brackets must be placed on 8' centers or less. 2 x 4's are required
on both top and midrail with a 2 x 6 for the toe board. Max roof pitch for the residential
guardrail system is 16/12. Set the adjustable post to a plumb or vertical position,
insert bolt in the appropriate hole and tighten wing nut.
Always erect and use in accordance with Local, State, Federal
OSHA regulations.
Capacity: One worker per eight feet of scaffolding plus 40 lbs of materials.

Mounting the Guard Rail System:

Base of the brackets should be mounted on the roof using (3) #9 x 3" deck screws
or #12 x 2.5" wood screws only. These must be fastened into a truss or rafter using all
3 holes on the bracket. Screws must go through the outer roof surface and into a
rafter or truss chord. Spacing between roof brackets shall not be more than
8 feet apart.
1. Prior to use, adjust post to a plumb or vertical position to the roof it will
be mounted to.
2. Adjust post by placing the bolt in the appropriate hole and secure with wing
nut, tighten firmly. (one extra bolt and wing nut supplied on guardrail.)

Setting the work platform or toe board:

Toe board platforms should be 2 in x 6 in nominal thickness and extend beyond
the bracket not less than 6 in and not more than 12 in. Always use clear,
Straight-grained wood that is free from all knots or defects. If extended length
platforms are required, use additional brackets every 8 feet. Inspect that wood is
structurally sound.

Setting the Mid and Top 2 x 4 Guard Rails:

Allow 1 ft. overlap of 2 x 4's on each side of middle Stanchions forming a
Guardrail using 3 or more Stanchions. End Guard Rail 2 x 4's should extend a
minimum of 1 foot beyond the end stanchions. Rail brackets are pre-set for holding
single 2 x 4's (bracket nuts are on the outside of the Stanchion tube). Before placing
"overlapping" 2 x 4's into the brackets, adjust brackets by lifting up and pulling
though key holes - the bracket nuts then rest inside the post. To secure 2 x 4 rails
insert and drive a nail from the backside of the Stanchion into the 2 x 4 (see nail hole
provided between bracket slots). Also securely nail together any overlapping 2 x 4's
from the front side .
1. No more than one person shall occupy given 8 ft of any roofing bracket scaffold.
2. Always use OSHA compliant fall arrest system, guardrails, or other
equipment as required by Federal OSHA regulations.
3. Guardrail brackets are meant for use by experienced contractors having
knowledge in its use. OSHA regulations require that employer provide
training in the use and care of this product.
Instruction Sheet #08149
TM TM
TIE DOWN ENGINEERING • Atlanta, GA 30336
Steep Slope Guardrail Bracket
Warning: Read and follow instructions. Using this product
incorrectly could result in personal injury or death. Consult
local, State, and Federal OSHA regulations prior to use.
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Part #65014
Nail Hole
Adustable Rail Bracket
Secures 1 or 2 - 2 x 4's
Nail Hole
Adustable Rail Bracket
Secures 1 or 2 - 2 x 4's
Balanced Carry Handle
with Spare Wing Nut
Adjustable Pitch Base
5 Positions: 4/12 thru 16/12
and Bolt