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Congratulations on your new Patriot Dock purchase! This manual contains instructions to assemble basic dock config-
urations for use along a typical residential shoreline. Please read through entire instruction manual before starting.
Please visit www.patriotdocks.com for step-by-step video instructions and more detailed information!
General Guidelines:
Wear protective gloves and appropriate safety glasses when assembling the Patriot Dock.
Failure to assemble the dock according to the manufacturer's instructions may cause damage to the product and
will void the warranty.
The maximum unsupported span for Patriot Aluminum Dock Frames is 16 feet, in the water or while in
storage. The dock is designed to carry a maximum of 500 pounds over any 4 ft x 4 ft part of the deck and a maxi-
mum of 1000 pounds between supports spaced 16 feet apart. Always support outside corners and use additional
supports in high traffic areas or where greater loads are expected. Please see the recommended support loca-
tions depicted below.
Never push or pull the aluminum dock with a winch, ATV or vehicle.
Always remove decking panels and raise pipes not supported by wheels when pulling the frame in or out of the
water.
Docks are not to be left in freezing water.
All dock surfaces can be slippery when wet. Please use caution when stepping or walking on any dock surface.
Never leave the lake end of the dock unsupported. Always support corners of the Patio platform.
Roll-in kits should be installed at the very end of the dock for best stability. Additional posts may be required if roll-
in kits are installed at locations other than what is recommended.
Always assemble the dock frame so there is a 4 ft. Truss End Rail (PN 10803) every 4 feet and at both ends of
the dock. Patio sections must be closed on both ends using the 4 ft. Truss End Rail.
Install flat Transition Plates when connecting two 8 ft. frame assemblies (bottom only). Transition Plates are not
required at joints with support legs.
Patriot docks are modular allowing for the flexibility to add length or change the configuration as desired. Addition-
al parts may be required for certain configurations.
Tools Required: M14, M15 and M19 metric size or 9/16", 5/8" and 3/4" SAE size wrenches or ratchet w/ sockets,
Recommended Tools: Cordless Impact wrench / drill with above socket sizes, work gloves, safety glasses
PATRIOT JACK DOCK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Rubber Mallet
www.patriotdocks.com
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Summary of Contents for Patriot JACK DOCK
- Page 1 The maximum unsupported span for Patriot Aluminum Dock Frames is 16 feet, in the water or while in storage. The dock is designed to carry a maximum of 500 pounds over any 4 ft x 4 ft part of the deck and a maxi- mum of 1000 pounds between supports spaced 16 feet apart.
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Page 2: Parts List
Support Locations Standard Jack Lengths: < 16’ = 24” Jack 24’+ = 48” Jack Parts List PN10800 Aluminum Frame 4’x8’ Assembly Hardware 1. (2) 4’ Truss End Rail A. (20) M10 x ≈ 35mm Flanged Bolt 2. (1) Left Side Rail B. - Page 3 Patriot Dock Assembly Helpful Hints for Patriot Dock Assembly: 1. Visit www.patriotdocks.com for step-by-step photo and video instructions under the Instructions and FAQ sections. 2. Each frame section is NOT built individually. Each additional section is attached and built off of the previous section.
- Page 4 DO NOT assemble frames individually. Join frames together while assembling. Assembly hardware passes through the lake end of the first frame and through the shore end of the next frame. The 4’ Truss End Rail on the lake face of the dock (marked in red) is not included in the PN10800 Frame Assembly.
- Page 6 Pipe Supports Jack Supports 1/2” Bolts Install Post Bracket using two 1/2” bolts. (included with Post Bracket) Loosen set bolts, install 1-1/2” i.d. Install Aluminum Jack schedule 40 support using four 3/8” bolts. pipe and add Pipe Add Drop Leg or Axle Cap and either Foot attachment.
- Page 7 Stationary and Rolling Supports NOTE: There must be no more than a 16 ft. span between supports! For stationary Screw Jack supports, assemble the Drop Leg base by inserting vertical tube into • the flat base and secure using M12 bolt/nut. Insert vertical tube into Screw Jack opening, set height and install M12 bolt/nut.
- Page 8 Decking Installation Lastly, after the dock has been assembled completely, installed in the water and leveled throughout, then the pier is ready for the decking to be installed. The most efficient way to set the decking in place is to start at the shore end of the dock and set each panel in place, working towards the lake end.