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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
H-SERIES HORIZONTAL CABLE RAILING
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H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS H-SERIES HORIZONTAL CABLE RAILING H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction.................3 Level Bracket................5 Angled Bracket..............20 Stair Bracket...............25 Cable Tensioning..............34 Care & Maintenance/Warranty..........39 About California Proposition 65: https://fortressbp.com/about/californiaproposition65 H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION It is the responsibility of the installer to meet all code and safety requirements, and to obtain all required building permits. The deck and railing installer should determine and implement appropriate installation techniques for each installation situation. Fortress Railing Products and its distributors shall not be held liable for improper or unsafe installations. Fortress Posts must always be secured to the deck framing and should never be attached to only the deck boards. H-series I-Support is required for Code Compliance. Note • When cutting Fortress railing, it is very important to complete the following at cut points: • Remove all metal shavings from the cut area. • File any sharp edges left by cutting. Thoroughly wipe and remove any filings, grime, or dirt from the railing. • Apply two coats of Fortress zinc based touch-up paint to the cut area. If touch up is at rail ends, allow paint to dry before connecting bracket to post. • Be sure to remove any metal shavings from the surface of deck, patio, or balcony to prevent stains on the deck surface. Torx Safety Tips • Always use the lowest speed setting on drill. • To reduce chance of bit breakage, start tightening with drill on low torque setting and work up until screw is secured.
  • Page 4 Required Tools Goggles Safety Tape Speed Level Touch-Up Gloves Measurer Square Tool Paint T-25 5/16” [8mm] #2 Phillips Drill Bits: 1/16”, 3/16”, 3/8”, 5/8” [1.5mm, Driver Bit Nut Driver Bit Head Bit 4.5mm,9.5mm, 16mm] Drill Metal Cutting Rubber 2” [51mm] x 4” Extender Miter Saw Mallet [102mm] Wood Crescent Phillips Head Adjustable Socket Socket Wrench Screw Driver...

  • Page 5: Level Bracket

    H-Series: Level Universal Bracket (UB) Installation Option Wood Top Rail Cap Flat Accent Top Rail (ATR) Pressed Dome Cap Ball Cap UB-05 Cup UB-05 Cap H-Series Panel: 45-1/2” [1156mm], 69-1/2”[1766mm] or 93-1/2” [2375mm] Base 2” X 2” [51mm x 51mm] Cover & 3” X 3” [76mm x 76mm] Steel Posts With Base Universal Bracket (UB) Post Configuration H-Series Rail Panel Panel Height Installed Panel Height* Required Post 34” [864mm] 37-7/16” [951mm] 39-1/2” [1003mm] 40” [1016mm] 43-7/16” [1103mm] 45-1/2” [1156mm] *Installed heights include a 3-1/2” [90mm] space between deck surface and bottom edge of bottom rail.
  • Page 6 Step 1: Install Wood Blocks 1. Install Wood Block level with top of joist. As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Secure Wood Block to blocking on all four sides with #10 X 3-1/2” [89mm] deck screws. • Wood Block must be constructed with treated dimensional lumber with a minimum thickness of 1-1/2” [38mm]. Joist Fig. 1 Blocking #10 x 3-1/2” [89mm] Step 2: Position Base Plate 1. Position the edge of Fe base plate a minimum of 1/2” [13mm] from the inside edge of rim joist. As shown in Fig. 1. Fig. 1 1/2” [13mm] 1/2” [13mm] Step 3: Max Post Spacing • 4’ panel maximum post spacing is 45-3/4” [1162mm].
  • Page 7 Fig. 1 4’ panel maximum post spacing is 45-3/4” [1162mm] 6’ panel maximum post spacing is 69-3/4” [1772mm] 8’ panel maximum post spacing is 93-3/4” [2381mm] Step 4: Mount Posts 1. Mark mounting hole locations and pre-drill a 3/8” [10mm] hole. 2. Insert 3/8” [10mm] x 3-1/2” [89mm] Hex Head galvanized bolts through 3/8” [10mm] galvanized washer and post base plate. Note: • Post Base Plate holes MUST be positioned a minimum 1/2” [13mm] from edge of deck board. • Use only 3/8” [10mm] Hex Head Galvanized Bolts. Lag Screws should NOT be used. Secure each post with four bolts. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Step 5: Check Mounted Posts 1. Shim post as needed to ensure post is level.
  • Page 8 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Shim post as needed to ensure post is level Deck Board 1/2” Wood Block Joist / Blocking BRACKET INSTALLATION Step 1: Mark Bracket Hole Locations 1. Mark the centerline of each post with a pencil. 2. Take measurements used in Fig. 1 and 2 to mark bottom and top bracket hole locations onto posts. Note: • Installed panel heights include space between the deck surface and underside of bottom rail. H-Series has a spacing of 3-1/2” [90mm]. • Remove all metal shavings from deck, post base cover, post, and panel before bracket is screwed to post to prevent rust stains. Fig. 1 UB-05 Bracket Hole Locations Pre-drill Dimensions: Pre-drilling with a 3/16”[5mm] drill bit is required 34”...
  • Page 9 Fig. 2 Step 2: Pre-Drill and Install Brackets Tip: • It’s important to double check dimensions to confirm accuracy of bracket hole locations before drilling. 1. Use Spring Punch to mark the holes. As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Pre-drill bracket holes with a 3/16” [5mm] drill bit. As shown in Fig. 2. 3. Attach Bracket to the posts with supplied T-25 thread-cutting screws. Use two screws per bracket. Use low speed setting on drill. As shown in Fig. 3. 4. Once top and bottom brackets are installed, remeasure bracket spacing to confirm dimensions used in Fig. 2 and 3 of step 1. As shown in Fig. 4. 5. Remove all metal shavings from deck, post base cover, post, and panel before bracket is screwed to post to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 10 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Step 3: Measure The Panel Opening Length 1. Measure the distance of the panel opening. As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Confirm that the measurements for the top brackets are the same as the bottom brackets. Note: • Measure from the back wall of the bracket to the back wall of the bracket on other post. As shown in Fig. 2. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 DO NOT measure from post Measure the panel opening Measure from back of bracket Check measurement with top H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 11 CUTTING DOWN PANELS Step 1: Remove Vertical Upright Covers and Detach Mid-Span Supports and Vertical Uprights from Rails 1. Support the panel on a flat work surface. Protect the panel from scratching by placing cardboard on the surface. 2. Use a M4 Allen wrench to remove the 4 button head cap screws that secure each upright cover in place. 3. Place upright covers and screws to the side. (They will be reinstalled in later step.) 4. Using a M4 hex wrench, remove the fasteners (5 & 6) holding the mid-span support. 5. Using a M4 hex wrench and M10 socket, remove the fasteners (1,2,3 & 4) holding the top and bottom rails to the vertical uprights. Note: • For ease of installation, only the final panel in each run will need to be dis-assembled and cut if the post max. spacing is used (pages 6 & 7, step 3). Fig.
  • Page 12 Fig. 1 Mid-Span Support Top Rail Vertical Upright Vertical Upright Bottom Rail Step 3: Measure & Mark Rails Where Cuts Will Be Made 1. Take the measurement found in step 3 on page 10 (Measure Panel Opening Length), and subtract 11-3/4” [299mm] (combined length of Vertical Uprights). 2. Divide the remaining length in half. 3. Find the center of the rails and measure out the divided the length in each direction. 4. Mark these locations with a pencil on the top and bottom rail. As shown in Fig. 1. Note: • For stair installation, take the measurement found in step 1 on page 29 (Measure Panel Opening Length). Fig. 1 Half of Panel Length Half of Panel Length 5-7/8”...
  • Page 13 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Step 5: Apply Spray Paint To Cut Areas 1. Using a piece of cardboard as a mask, apply the 1 coat of Fortress zinc based touch-up paint. 2. Allow to dry before applying second coat. 3. Apply the 2 coat of Fortress zinc based touch-up paint. 4. Allow to dry and install. Fig. 1 Step 6: Reattach Rails to Vertical Uprights and Mid-Span Support 1. Position cut H-Series cable rails onto the vertical uprights. Using the holes in the vertical uprights as a guide, use a 1/4” [6mm] drill bit to drill to replace the holes that were removed when rails were cut to length. As shown in Fig. 1.
  • Page 14 Fig. 2 Fig. 1 PANEL INSTALLATION Step 1: Install Panel 1. Install cut panel to ensure proper fit. As shown in Fig. 1. Fig. 1 Step 2: Attach Panel To Bottom & Top Brackets 1. Align pre-drilled holes in the panel and brackets. As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Apply screws into bottom & top brackets. As shown in Fig. 2. Note: • Only one screw per bracket is needed to secure the bracket to the panel. • Screws should be installed on the same side of brackets. H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 15 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Step 3: Tension Cable • Reference pages 34 - 38 for Cable Tensioning steps. Step 4: Reinstall the Vertical Upright Covers 1. Use a M4 Allen wrench to install the 4 button head cap screws that secure each upright cover in place. As shown in Fig. 1. Fig. 1 FLAT ACCENT TOP RAIL (ATR) INSTALLATION Step 1: Install Flat Accent Top Rail (ATR) 1. Measure the distance between posts. 2. A minimum of two ATR Spacers are required in order to ensure proper fit of ATR.
  • Page 16 6. Apply a quarter sized drop of epoxy to the side walls of each ATR Spacer. Follow cure times specified on epoxy packaging. As shown in Fig. 1. 7. Install ATR onto rail and wipe away any excess epoxy with a clean cloth. As shown in Fig. 2. 8. Let epoxy cure. DO NOT apply any force to installed ATR for 2 hours. Fig. 1 ATR Spacer Epoxy At Each Spacer Flat Accent Top Rail Fig. 2 WOOD TOP RAIL CAP INSTALLATION Step 1: Install Wood Top Rail Cap 1. Measure the distance from the inside edge of the 2 posts. 2. Cut the Wood Top Rail Cap to measured length. 3. Test fit & Install Wood Top Cap. Re-cut wood, if required. As shown in Fig. 1.
  • Page 17 Fig. 1 Step 2: Install Cap Rail Clips 1. Cap Rail Clips should be equally spaced along the length of Wood Top Cap (Max Spacing is 28” [711mm]). As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Secure Cap Rail Clips to Wood Top Rail with provided screws. As shown in Fig. 2. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 28” [711mm] Max Spacing POST BASE COVER, BRACKET CAP & PRESSED DOME/BALL CAP INSTALLATION Step 1: Install Post Base Cover 1. Separate the two-piece base plate cover. Hold one side parallel to the post base plate. As shown in Fig. 1.
  • Page 18 4. Make sure one of the locking pins on the 2nd cover engage with the proper slot on the 1st cover piece. As shown in Fig. 4. 5. Once the first locking pin is started, turn the 2nd cover piece back parallel to the post base plate. Once you have confirmed both locking pins have engaged with the opposing slots lower both half’s over the post base plate. As shown in Fig. 5. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 19 Step 2: Install Bracket Caps 1. Bracket Caps snap over Bracket Cups. As shown in Fig. 1 & 2. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Step 3: Install Pressed Dome Cap 1. Pressed Dome Caps & Ball Caps are press fit into place. As shown in Fig. 1 & 2. 2. Use a broom or compressor to remove debris from railing and deck surface. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...

  • Page 20: Angled Bracket

    ANGLE BRACKET H-Series: Angled Universal Bracket (UB) Installation Option Universal Bracket (UB) Adapter Wood Top Rail Cap Flat Accent Top Rail (ATR) Ball Cap Pressed Dome Cap UB-05 Cap UB-05 Angle Adapter UB-05 Cup H-Series Panel: 45-1/2” [1156mm], 69-1/2”[1766mm] or 93-1/2” [2375mm] 2” X 2” [51mm x 51mm] Base & 3” X 3” [76mm x 76mm] Cover Steel Posts With Base Universal Bracket (UB) Adapter Post Configuration Rail Panel H-Series Panel Height Installed Panel Height* Required Post 34” [864mm] 37-7/16” [951mm] 39-1/2” [1003mm]...
  • Page 21 ANGLE BRACKET: BRACKET INSTALLATION Step 1: Mark Bracket Hole Locations 1. Mark the centerline of each post with a pencil. 2. Take measurements used in Fig. 1 and 2 to mark bottom and top bracket hole locations onto posts. Note: • Installed panel heights include space between the deck surface and underside of bottom rail. H-Series has a spacing of 3-1/2” [90mm]. Fig. 1 Bracket Hole Locations Pre-drill Dimensions: Pre-drilling with a 3/16”[5mm] drill bit is required 34” [864mm] Panel 4-1/16” [103mm] 36-7/8” [936mm] 1-3/16” [30mm] 40” [1016mm] Panel 4-1/16” [103mm] 42-7/8” 1089mm] 1-3/16” [30mm] *Dimension A positions bottom edge of rail 3-1/2” [90mm] above deck surface.
  • Page 22 2. Pre-drill bracket holes with a 3/16” [5mm] drill bit. As shown in Fig. 2. 3. Remove the bolt from the Angle Bracket Assembly. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Pre-Drill with a 3/16” [5mm]drill bit 1-3/16” [30mm] Step 3: Install UB-05 Angle Adapter 1. Dis-assemble the UB-05 bracket Adapter & Cup. 2. Attach Angle Adapter Base piece to the posts with supplied T-25 thread-cutting screws. Use low speed setting on drill. As shown in Fig. 1. 3. Assemble the UB-05 Adapter by tightening the Barrel & Screw. As shown in Fig. 2. 4. Attach UB-05 Cup to Angle Adapter using Phillips Head Thread-Cutting Screws. As shown in Fig. 3. Tip: • Use a Bit Extender. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 23 Fig. 3 Step 5: Determine Panel Length 1. Check to ensure that all posts are square and straight. Shim posts as required. 2. Ensure that the Angle Bracket Cups are approximately aligned. 3. With another person’s help, measure the distance from the inside back of one cup to the inside back of the other cup. This will be the panel length. As shown in Fig. 1 & 2. Fig. 1 UB-05 Angle Bracket Fig. 2 DO NOT measure from post Measure from back of bracket H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 24 ANGLE BRACKET: POST MOUNTING • Reference Post Mounting instructions on page 5. ANGLE BRACKET: CUTTING DOWN TOP & BOTTOM RAILS • Reference Rail Cutting instructions on pages 11 - 14. ANGLE BRACKET: PANEL INSTALLATION • Reference Panel installation instructions on pages 14 & 15. ANGLE BRACKET: FLAT ATR INSTALLATION • Reference Flat ATR installation instructions on pages 15 & 16. ANGLE BRACKET: WOOD TOP RAIL CAP INSTALLATION • Reference Wood Top Rail Cap installation instructions on pages 16 & 17.

  • Page 25: Stair Bracket

    STAIR BRACKET H-Series: Simplified Stair Bracket (SSB-05) Installation Ball Cap LT Bracket 30o - 38o Pressed Dome Cap ST Bracket SB Bracket & Cup 2” X 2” [51mm x 51mm] & 3” X 3” [76mm x 76mm] Steel Posts With Base LB Bracket & Cup • Identify the 4 brackets LT, ST, LB and SB by the letters stamped in each part. • The SSB-05 brackets work between the angles of 29°-40°. • The H-Series panel works between the angles of 30° - 38°. • It is recommended to use taller posts for stair installations. For 34” [864mm] high panels, use 45-1/2” [1156mm] posts. For 40 [1016mmm] high panels, use 55” [1397mm] tall posts.
  • Page 26 Simplified Stair Bracket (SSB-05): LT Stair Bracket Base Chicago Chicago Bolt Male Bolt Female Stair Bracket Cup Simplified Stair Bracket (SSB-05): SB Stair Chicago Bracket Base Bolt Male Chicago Bolt Female Stair Bracket Cap Stair Bracket Cup Simplified Stair Bracket (SSB-05): ST Chicago Bolt Male Stair Bracket Base Chicago...
  • Page 27 STAIR BRACKET: BRACKET INSTALLATION Step 1: Bottom Bracket Installation (SB & LB) 1. Position wood 2” x 4” (actual 1-1/2” [38mm] x 3-1/2” [89mm]) between posts. As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Assemble the SB & LB Brackets by tightening the Barrel & Screw. Reference the bracket options on page 25. 3. Position the Brackets centered flat on the posts & wood 2” x 4” (actual 1-1/2” [38mm] x 3-1/2” [89mm]). As shown in Fig. 2. 4. Use a pencil to mark top edge of bracket location on post. As shown in Fig. 3. 5. Dis-assemble the brackets by removing the barrel and screw. 6. Place each bracket base on previous top edge mark. Center the base on the post and use pencil to add marks for two screw hole locations. As shown in Fig. 4.
  • Page 28 Step 2: Bottom Bracket Installation Continued (SB & LB) 1. Use Spring Punch to mark holes. As shown in Fig. 1. 2. Drill out bracket hole with a 3/16” [5mm] drill bit. As shown in Fig. 2. 3. Use T-25 screws to attach the Bracket Bases to the post. Begin with top hole then bottom. As shown in Fig. 3. 4. Keep bracket base centered as you install second screw. 5. Insert barrel & screw to re-assemble the SB & LB Brackets. 6. Tighten barrel & screw. As shown in Fig. 4. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Step 3: Top Bracket Installation (ST & LT) 1. Position wood 2” x 4” (actual 1-1/2” [38mm] x 3-1/2”...
  • Page 29 6. Position the brackets parallel with panel & flat centered on post. Make sure inside bottom face of cup is flush with the bottom face of rail. 7. Use pencil to mark top edge of bracket location on post. As shown in Fig. 3. 8. Dis-assemble the brackets by removing the barrel and screw. 9. Place each bracket base on previous top edge mark. Center the base on the post and use pencil to add marks for two screw hole locations. As shown in Fig. 4.
  • Page 30 STAIR BRACKET: POST MOUNTING • Reference Post Mounting instructions on page 5. STAIR BRACKET: CUTTING DOWN PANELS Step 1: Measure The Panel Opening Length 1. Position wood 2” x 4” (actual 1-1/2” [38mm] x 3-1/2” [89mm]) under bottom brackets. 2. Measure the distance from inside edge of the bottom 2 brackets. As shown in Fig. 1 & 2. 3. Check that the distance is the same on the top brackets. 4. If dimensions are different, check posts if posts are level and make the required adjustments. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Measure from back face of bracket Step 2: Remaining Panel Cutting Steps • Reference Panel Cutting steps on pages 11 - 14.
  • Page 31 Fig. 1 Step 2: Attach Panel to Brackets 1. Push the bracket up so that the bottom is parallel with the rail. 2. Attach the panel to brackets using the T-25 Screw that came with the brackets. Two screws are required to secure rails in each bracket. As shown in Fig. 1. 3. Remove any metal shavings after attaching the panel. Note: • Screws should be installed on the same side of brackets. Fig. 1 Thread Cutting Screw Step 3: Tensioning Cable • Reference pages 34 - 38 for Cable Tensioning steps. STAIR BRACKET: FLAT ATR INSTALLATION Step 1: Install Flat Accent Top Rail (ATR) 1. Measure the distance between brackets. As shown in Fig. 1.
  • Page 32 2. Transfer that measurement to the ATR and cut a equal distance from each end of ATR. 3. Test fit the ATR. Re-cut ATR if required. 4. File any rough edges from cuts and apply zinc based touch up paint. 5. Apply a quarter sized drop of epoxy to the side walls of each ATR Spacer. Follow cure times specified on epoxy packaging. As shown in Fig. 2. 6. Install ATR onto rail and wipe away any excess epoxy with a clean cloth. As shown in Fig. 3. 7. Let epoxy cure. DO NOT apply any force to installed ATR for 2 hours. Note: • A minimum of two ATR Spacers are required in order to ensure proper fit of ATR. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Measure from this edge of bracket ATR Spacer Epoxy Glue At Each Spacer Fig.
  • Page 33 STAIR BRACKET: WOOD TOP RAIL CAP INSTALLATION Step 1: Install Wood Top Rail Cap 1. Measure the distance from the inside edge of the 2 posts. 2. Cut the Wood Top Rail Cap to measured length. 3. Use an Adjustable Angel Finder to measure needed angle to make the Wood Top Rail Cap flush with the post. As shown in Fig. 1. 4. Test fit & Install Wood Top Cap. Re-cut wood if required. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Step 2: Install Cap Rail Clips 1. Cap Rail Clips should be equally spaced along the length of Wood Top Cap (Max Spacing is 28” [711mm]). 2. Secure Cap Rail Clips to Wood Top Rail Caps with Fig. 1 H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...

  • Page 34: Cable Tensioning

    STAIR BRACKET: BRACKET CAP, POST BASE COVER & PRESSED DOME/BALL CAP INSTALLATION • Reference Bracket Cap, Post Base Cover & Pressed Dome/ Ball Cap installation instructions on pages 17 - 19. CABLE TENSIONING Step 1: Pull Cables Tight 1. Back hex nut offs until they are almost removed from adjustable swage. You will need the full length of threads to properly tension the cable in the next step. 2. Apply inward pressure to cable clamp as excess cable is removed. 3. Pull exposed cable through the cable clamp to remove excess cable. 4. If cable jams, tap the cable clamp nut with a wrench to loosen. As shown in Fig. 3. 5. Cable clamp can also be disassembled to remove jam. Clamp components must be reassembled in the order shown in Fig. 4. Fig. 1 Adjustable Swage Cable Clamp End of Panel...
  • Page 35 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Tap Cable Clamp Adjustable Here to Loosen Swage Fig. 4 Insert Cable Cable Clamp This End Assembly Clamp Body Wedges Washer Spring Step 1: Tensioning the H-Series Cable Panel DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CABLES 1. Use a Tension Gauge to accurately tension the cables. 2. A properly tensioned cable should be tensioned until the indicator reads between 10 and 14. 3. The H-Series Vertical Cable System uses 1/8” [3mm] diameter cable.
  • Page 36 cable. As shown in Fig. 3. DO NOT use power tools to tighten cables. • Tighten cable until the indicator arrow is between 10 and 14 on the tension gauge. As shown in Fig. 4. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Lanyard Pull Guide Guide Cable Fig. 3 Fig. 4 10 to 14 Step 2: Cable Tensioning Sequence 1. Once cables are tensioned to the proper range on the tension gauge, you may now move onto the next steps. 2. Follow the sequence shown in Fig. 1 - 4 for the panel you are working with. H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 37 Fig. 1 34” [864mm] High Rail Sequence Level Fig. 2 40” [1016mm] High Rail Sequence Level Fig. 3 Fig. 4 34” [864mm] High 40” [1016mm] High Rail Sequence Stair Rail Sequence Stair Step 3: Cut Excess Cable Length 1. After all cables have been tensioned, use Fortress wire cutters to cut excess cable at the cable clamp end of panel. As shown in Fig. 1 & 2. 2. Cables must not extend more that 3/8” [10mm] from Cable Clamp after cutting. As shown in Fig. 3. H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 38 Fig. 1 Remove Excess Cables Fig. 2 Fig. 3 3/8” [10mm] H-SERIES: HORIZONTAL CABLE INSTALLATION...

  • Page 39: Care & Maintenance/Warranty

    CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance Of Fortress Building Products Powder-Coated Products And Surfaces: • Immediately after installation of your Fortress Building Products, clean powder-coated products and surfaces with a solution of warm water and non-abrasive, pH neutral detergent solution. Surfaces should be thoroughly rinsed after cleaning to remove all residues. All surfaces should be cleaned using a soft cloth or sponge. • Ensure construction materials such as concrete, plaster, and paint splashes are removed immediately before they have a chance to dry. Failure to remove these materials may cause damage to the powder-coated surfaces. • The frequency of cleaning depends in part on the standard of appearance and also the requirements to remove deposits that may cause damage to the powder coating after prolonged exposure. Fortress recommends cleaning in three to four monthly intervals all products and powder-coated surfaces. In areas where higher traffic, increased atmospheric...
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