
STEP 2 – Measure and Cut Steel Rail Panels
NOTE: Never cut material on deck surfaces. To prevent rust stains, remove all metal shavings from the cut area;
including the deck, post base cover, post and panel.
•Measure distance between finished posts or mounting surfaces.
•Mark panel to correct length if cutting is required. Ensure there is equal maximum distance from
baluster on both ends. NOTE: Minimum 1-1/2” end spacing is required for installation of brackets.
•If panel length was adjusted, deburr cut edges and coat with zinc-based touch-up paint (item #306090)
to prevent corrosion to prevent corrosion.
STEP 3 - Install Steel Panel
NOTE: Be sure to clean-up and remove all metal shavings from the cut area; including the deck, post base cover,
post and panel, to prevent rust stains.
•Slide a bracket over the end ofeach rail. Make sure that all set screw holes face the desired direction.
•Cut two (2)support blocks to desired rail sweep measurement and place rail assembly onsupport blocks
between posts.
•Slide brackets to post and mark screw locations. Set rail assembly aside. Predrill 3/16” pilot holes at
marked screw locations.
•Place rail assembly between posts and install brackets using provided T-25 screws. Use low speed setting
on drill.
•Predrill pilot holes and secure rails withprovided set screws on the side of each bracket.
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