EZ Handrail EZG106 Instructions / Assembly
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1. 3 Pi 1 GR Wats wi REN L Mininum embedment Install this baluster first if your railing section has an ODD number of glass balusters Install this baluster first if your railing section has an EVEN number of glass balusters www ezhandrail com for videos 17 Installing the Glass Spacers STEP 1 After installing the midpoint Glass Baluster H with four pieces of Glass Spline G it is now time to install the Glass Spacers L MEASURE ALL GLASS SPACERS TO ENSURE UNIFORM SPACING BETWEEN GLASS BALUSTERS The standard Glass Spacer length is approximately 3 3 4 Trim the spacers as necessary using a utility knife or razor blade Code requires gaps between balusters to be less than 4 inches Install a spacer firmly against each side of the Glass Baluster at the top and at the bottom Glass Spacers will not slide once installed Install the next Glass Baluster Repeat glass installations steps until you have finished with your EZ Glass Handrail section L L Glass Spline G Glass Spacer L BZ S Z www ezhandrail com for videos 18 i 4 Gm Stair Applications and Non 90 degree Angles This kit is manufactured for level runs only For stair installations custom Glass Balusters must be ordered through The Home Depot One EZ Handrail Pivot Mount Kit EZPMW is required for each stair section as well Illustration 13 stair components Illust2. Confirm levelness and attach bottom hinge to post using all three fasteners Complete installation of top hinge with remain two fasteners and remove 2x4 s Hold gate latch on latch arm swing gate closed mark holes and fasten latch to Available gate sizes Typical Railing Heights Residential 36 W x 36 H Residential 36 Commercial 36 W x 42 H Commercial 42 Pool Gate 36 W x 48 H Pool Fencing 48 54 check local codes Photo of the EZ Gate in Bronze with pool code safety hardware e Self closing hinges e Child safety pool latch www ezhandrail com for videos 21 Care and Maintenance While most powder coat finishes are tougher and much more flexible than conventional solvent based paints they are about the same hardness as automotive paint and can scratch To clean a powder coated surface use the same care and methods you would use to clean your car Gently wash with a clean soft cloth and a mild detergent followed by a clear water rinse Even though most powder coatings are highly resistant certain solvents can harm them Avoid contact with nail polish remover paint or lacquer thinner motor oils transmission and brake fluids or solvent based cleaning fluids If any of these should contact the powder coated surface immediately wipe the area with a soft clean cloth and wash as described above 10 year Limited Warranty MADDEN MANUFACTURING EZ HANDRAIL LIMITED WARRANTY 1 Foratime
3. EZ HANDRAIL GLASS amp ALUMINUM RAILING SYSTEMS CODE COMPLIANT RAILING FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE CONTENTS Jet E OT EE 2 TOONS You Will Need not included sasasi aa Ga D NGENE NENGA sc vitevescsnceereccniweannce waa snnaenyseadenynce GE BAG GKI NENG KEREN AGE ENG EE BAN GA ga AKEN 3 EZ Glass Railing Box CON CUS EE 4 EZ Glass Railing een ee En dE 5 EZ Glass Railing Assembly QVEIVICW egegegeeegeuegerge eege deeg ENEE ee EAR geg 6 EZ Post Installation with Separate Mounting FIAnge csccscsccscsccscsccccscsccecsccccnccccsceccsceccscnccecscsccecnceccscescsceccscnceececescscesscusescecesosces 7 EZ Post Installation witht Welded Base Plate gees Genee 8 Constructing the Bottom Glass Channel ASSEMbDIY scscsccscscscscsccccscsccccccscsceccccecscsseececscscecsseececscesescecscucescececececescecscsceceseececscesess 10 Installing the Lower Assembly scsssasccivinscesrcssnssccenncesawdeussapsacpasedsenssnasemaneveswaes ANEN ege eeh NEE 11 Constructing the Upper Glass Channel ASSeEMbIY csccscscsccsceccscsccecnccecnccccnccccnceccsceccecsceccececcecuceecnceccscecsceccececeecnceseccscescncesoscess 12 SEENEN 13 Glass Baluster CAV TEEN 14 Placing Setting Blocks in Bottom Glass Channnel cscsccscscscscsccscscsccccecscsccccecscsceccccecscncscescecscnceccececscesescececsceseecececscssescececsceseecececes 15 installing the Glass ANUS d 16 installing the Glass TU TE 17 installing the Glass ETC NANG NGENE ANG TE
4. x 3 Powers Wedge Bolts Begin tightening the anchor with socket wrench or impact wrench by rotating clockwise and applying pressure in toward the concrete Continue tightening the anchor until the head is firmly seated against the post base plate Do not over tighten Slide on optional post base cover to hide fasteners Attach post cap after railing has been installed using 1 fasteners provided Constructing the Bottom Glass Channel Assembly 1 Measure the distance between your existing posts or newly installed EZ Posts A more accurate measurement is taken near the bottom of the posts Illustration 2 2 Subtract a 1 2 from the total measurement to allow your assembly and Bottom Post Mount to pass the post without scratching the finish Example If the measurement is 60 inches cut C amp B1 to 59 1 2 inches 3 Bl and C ship preassembled from the factory Illustration 3 4 Cut your Bottom Channel C and Bottom Glass Channel B1 to the adjusted measurement Illustration 2 Illustration 3 Bottom Channel Assembly Preassembled www ezhandrail com for videos 10 Installing the Lower Assembly Attach Mid Support K underneath the Bottom Assembly t the midpoint of the railing section Illustration 3B Place the Bottom Post Mounts D on each end of the Bottom Channel Assembly making sure the fastener portion is facing up Illustration 4 Attach the Bottom Channel Assemb
5. Ensure spacing between posts does not exceed 6 ft for elevated decks or greater than local codes specify 3 Starting at a corner post attach post flange to deck patio using appropriate fasteners provided with the EZ Post Kit MAKE SURE TO USE ADDITIONAL LUMBER BLOCKING UNDER THE DECK TO SECURELY FASTEN THE FLANGE In some instances fully threaded lag screws may be necessary but are not included LAG SCREWS LOOSEN OVER TIME AND REQUIRE QUARTERLY SAFETY CHECKS 4 Slide 3 x3 post over post flange and plum using level 5 Drill Ya hole front to back through the entire post and post flange coming out on the back side IT IS IMPORTANT TO DRILL HOLES WITH POST LEVEL 6 Drill 2 1 4 hole front to back Start hole 1 above the first hole The vertical hole pattern creates the best deflection strength Note that hole patterns can be modified if necessary 7 Fasten post to post flange with 3 bolt washer and Standard nut provided Washers must be placed on both sides of the post 8 After post is level and securely fastened slide decorative base cover optional and sold separately over post covering the post flange 9 Secure next post using same procedure At this point you may size cut and install a railing section to verify your desired layout Then continue to set the remainder of the posts gt e IMPORTANT The distance between posts should not exceed 6 ft when installed a
6. Glass Baluster Layout DO NOT INSTALL GLASS AT THIS POINT After you have installed the Top Glass Assembly and Bottom Glass Assembly you are ready to lay out your Glass Baluster pattern Using the chart below determine the appropriate spacing between Glass Balusters Lay out the Glass Balusters and Glass Spacers L in front of the railing section using the appropriate spacing Ensure spacing does not to exceed 3 15 16 in order to comply with International Building Codes The Spacing Table below right lists different rail lengths with possible spacing scenarios These calculations are not mandatory only suggestions ene End Space EIS Wd Spacing ER End Space Rail Approximate Approximate Approximate BEES Glass IN DZ at End Space Mid Spacing End Space Balusters a eee eae 8 EOE a im A9 33 4 _ NG _ 8 o 90inn 21 22 8 88in 11 REES Gem 33 4 33 4 334 7 B im 234 33 4 234 7 82inw 13 4 33 4 134 7 Center Point for odd number of balusters OOR e E Kan e BT WL a a a NANG 74in 35 83 3 438 5B 6 2Z2in 2 5 8 33 4 258 6 70in 158 33 4 158 6 G in 21 2 33 4 21 2 6 66in 338 3 33 8 6 KIE ee EC 312 3 3142 5 NININININ N UT Center Point for even number of balusters SSS SSS 33 8 334 338 4 238 334 2 8B www ezhandrail com for videos 14 Placing Setting Blocks in Bottom Glass Channel 1 Place two
7. Setting Blocks F in the Bottom Glass Channel Assembly for each Glass Baluster H Make sure the water relief channel is facing down Use Silicone caulk sold separately on top of setting blocks to secure glass in place Do not install glass at this time The Top Assembly does not require setting blocks Note Use silicone caulk to hold Setting Blocks F in place for stair or ramp installations Silicone caulk sold separately F Note Glass installed at next ste H Illustration 8 Setting Block F 2 pcs per baluster bk r b k F e Ge A TES E ve e Sa Seli LC CS S p V e e 8 EB 1 Water relief channel www ezhandrail com for videos 15 Installing the Glass Balusters STEP 1 1 Ensure the Setting Blocks F are 1 2 inch in on each Illustration 9 side of the Glass Balusters Illustration 11 Glass must rest on the Setting Glass Baluster Blocks LS STEP 2 Starting with the most middle Glass Baluster lift the Glass Baluster up into the Top Assembly Swing the baluster over the Bottom Assembly into position Gently set the glass onto the caulked setting block www ezhandrail com for videos 16 Installing the Glass Spline 1 After checking for the proper glass embedment of 1 2 in apply the Glass Spline G around your first Glass Baluster H at the bottom assembly and then the top assembly Illustration 12 Illustration 12 H
8. KA NE AGA PAG EE NB WG E EE aae aa 18 Stair Applications and Non 90 degree Angles sessssesesessssececesesescececesesesoscecesesescesesesoscececesesoscececesesescececesessecesesescececesesesoeceseseseeeeceo 19 Stair Railing Helpful Hints Ee EE 20 EZ Gale a e de de ln E 21 Care ana E WEE Tu Ce E 22 TOMA Limited eebe 22 Se A D AWIE sapa kana a NGA DANA NS NG DEN AGE a GE E A SA NAN GA aa Ga aaa SAN nag NG Gah A GE GAR NON GAN E KAG BA aa GA a Ga Da Gak A A anah a 23 Congratulations Congratulations You are on your way to a maintenance free railing system that is easily assembled and installed With your EZ Handrail system you ll feel safe being protected by the tremendous strength of its aluminum alloy components plus be comforted knowing the hardened powder coated finish will last year after year Please take a moment to read the instructions before you begin assembling your EZ Handrail Introduction Check the contents of EZ Handrail box with these instructions to verify all parts are present This will allow you to become familiar with the components of your new EZ Handrail system Inspect all component parts for familiarity Layout recommended tools Before cutting any component Know its use measure twice and cut once The included wood fasteners are ACQ treated lumber approved The included concrete fasteners are for brick and concrete EZ Handrail shown with EZ Posts and Base Covers sold separately w
9. after completion of installation of the product covered hereby by completing and delivering the registration form attached hereto to Madden Manufacturing b If any statement thereon or any claim for defect shall be false c If the registration form does not contain your true signature The registration form shall be mailed to Madden Manufacturing at its address shown heron Documentation of Issuance In the event of a claim under this warranty you agree to supply adequate and reasonable proof upon Madden Manufacturing s request that you are the person to whom the warranty was originally issued Engineered Drawings www ezhandrail com for videos 23
10. assembled Glass Baluster H Top Post Mount E Bottom Post Mount D www ezhandrail com for videos Glass Spline G Setting Block F Glass Spacer L Mid Support K ACQ Fastener M Wood 1 Self Tapper J Tapcon N Concrete EZ Glass Railing Assembly Overview Illustration 1 Top Post Mount 6 Wide Glass Balusters Top Cap Assembly E H A B1 7 Na Bottom Post Mount Glass Spline Glass Spacers Bottom Channel Assembly D G L C B2 Not to exceed 3 3 4 EZ Glass Handrail installed heights are 36 for residential and 42 for commercial Always start installation Glass Spacer or Glass Baluster at the midpoint of the handrail section Note EZ Posts heights are 38 for residential railing and 44 for commercial railing sold separately This product works with EZ ADA Handrail Ask you local Home Depot for more information about EZ ADA Handrail www ezhandrail com for videos EZ Post Installation with Separate Mounting Flange Ensure that you have a solid mounting surface for your EZ Post base fasteners Existing posts or the EZ Posts sold separately may be used with this system If you are installing EZ Posts refer to the steps and illustration below Post Mounts are installed with railing sections in STEP 5 Mounts shown for informational purpose only in this step Layout posts uniformly or as desired across entire project 2
11. bove ground level Always refer to your local building department for building code clarification Note When installing the post base into ACQ lumber use stainless steel bolts not included IMPORTANT Install Supporting lumber below composite wood decking when surface mounting posts to a deck Fasten the 4 bolts through the decking and supporting underside lumber with the provided tee nuts www ezhandrail com for videos 7 EZ Post Installation with Welded Base Plate Start by ensuring that you have a solid and level mounting surface for your Post s Washers or galvanized stainless metal shims not included may be used to plum posts ga LC MA Maan au EA Nn jit We Ati Installation into wood composite decking Non ACQ lumber STEP 1 Determine the 3 x3 post location s Spacing between posts should be 6 or less to meet IBC codes when installed 24 or higher above the ground We recommend the edge of the 5 x5 base plate is fastened at least 1 Ya in from the edge of the deck do not lag screw into the rim joist unless absolutely necessary Reinforce the decking with support lumber backer board A piece of 2 x10 lumber cut to fit tightly between the joists and installed flat under the decking works great Square up the post with the deck and mark all 4 holes with a pencil At your 4 pencil marks drill a o hole through the decki
12. ly to your post The maximum distance from the decking flooring to the bottom of the Bottom Glass Channel Assembly is 3 3 4 Illustration 4 Suggestion The width of a 2x4 is 3 1 2 some contractors will install the Bottom Channel Assembly by setting it on 2x4 s at both ends Fasten the Bottom Channel Assembly Post Mounts D to the post using the appropriate fasteners J M N See post detail page if necessary Secure a third fastener J through the side of the Top Post Mount E securing the Bottom Channel Assembly to the Bottom Post Mount This fastener should be placed on the outside non viewable side of the railing as indicated below Repeat at the opposite end Illustration 3B Illustration 4 Spacing is not to exceed 3 3 4 from Midfoot K the bottom of the channel to the deck www ezhandrail com for videos 11 Constructing the Upper Glass Channel Assembly Measure the distance between your existing posts or newly installed EZ Posts A more accurate measurement is taken 36 from the deck Illustration 5 Subtract a 1 2 from the total measurement to allow your assembly and Top Post Mount to pass the post without scratching the finish Example If the measurement is 60 inches cut A amp B2 to 59 1 2 inches Cut Top Cap A and Top Glass Channel B2 to the adjusted measurement Next snap Top Cap A with Top Glass Channel B2 Keep the ends flush Start at one end and pres
13. ng and backer board Using a 7 16 socket bit in your drill thread the 4 x4 Thru Bolt into the post plate through the deck and through the backer board Thread the Tee Nut onto the 4 Thru Bolt underneath the decking and support lumber Tighten post firmly to deck Slide on optional post base cover to hide fasteners 10 Attach post cap after railing has been installed using 1 fasteners provided Note The 4 Thru Bolt fits very tightly into the post base plate especially Textured Black Posts due to thicker powder coat finish and in some cases must be predrilled using a 14 drill bit www ezhandrail com for videos 8 Installation into concrete www ezhandrail com for videos Turn the post upside down on a hard surface and prepare to drill larger holes in base plate Enlarge the 4 existing post base plate holes to 5 16 using a 5 16 drill bit Determine the 3 x3 post location s Spacing between posts should be 6 or less to meet IBC codes when installed 24 or higher above the ground We recommend the edge of the 5 x5 base plate is fastened at least 1 12 in from the edge of any concrete face assuming normal weight concrete Square up the post with the concrete surface and mark all 4 holes with a marker At your 4 marks drill a 1 4 to 3 or deeper hole into the concrete using a masonry bit Fasten post in place with provided Ya
14. nish or c replace those panels found to have the defects warranted against or pay an amount in cash equivalent to the cost of the remedy elected by Madden Manufacturing based upon Madden Manufacturing reserves the right to discontinue any of its products or make any changes in any of items products or make any changes in any of its products during the term of this warranty If the products covered by this warranty are not available Madden Manufacturing shall have the right to substitute a product that in Madden Manufacturing s sole discretion is of equal quality or value It is recognized that in the event of such substitution a perfect match may not always be possible Your rights under this warranty shall end when Madden Manufacturing makes a repair refinishing replacement or payment under this warranty Limitations Madden Manufacturing cannot be responsible for damages from causes outside of its control The following are samples of external causes of product failure which are not manufacturing defects and which are not covered by this warranty a Normal weathering normal weathering is defined as exposure to sunlight and extremes of weather and atmosphere which will cause any colored or painted surface to gradually fade chalk or suffer an accumulation of surface dirt stains or fungus The www ezhandrail com for videos 22 severity of any of these conditions depends upon the geographical location of your home the cleanliness of the air in
15. of 10 years the manufacture warrants that EZ Handrail will not peel or blister as a direct result of defects solely arising from its manufacture process Notice of Claims To procure performance of Madden Manufacturing s obligation under this warranty you must simply notify Madden Manufacturing of your claim within thirty 30 days after the occurrence of damage covered by this warranty Your notice must be in writing mailed by certified mail or delivered to Madden Manufacturing Warranty Service PO Box 466 Lake Ozark MO 65049 This notice must a describe the defect claimed to exist b give your name as it appears on this warranty c give the purchase date and the name and address of the contractor who installed the product and d include proof of purchase Inspection Madden Manufacturing shall be given a reasonable opportunity to inspect the alleged defect on the property or it may require a sample of the installed material sent in before any repair refinishing or replacement is begun Madden Manufacturing or its appointee shall perform its inspection within one hundred twenty 120 days after receiving notice of the claim unless prevented by weather or other causes not under its reasonable control in which case Madden Manufacturing will inspect within a reasonable time Settlement If after inspection it is determined that your claim is covered by this warranty Madden Manufacturing shall at its option either a repair b refi
16. ration 13 custom sized glass balusters for stairs www ezhandrail com for videos 19 Stair Railing Helpful Hints amp Apps Tip 1 Use rise and run chart for quick stair angle measurement RUN LENGTH Bi 10 10 5 11 5 12 5 13 5 rare e DECHE d 25 28 27 26 25 240 23 22 21 r Tip 2 Smartphones and tablets have good free angle finder apps Android Leveler by chkuentz 8 iPhone Basic Angle Finder by Beginning to Sign www ezhandrail com for videos 20 EZ Gate Instructions EZ Gates can swing left or right depending on the hinge location Standard hinges and gravity latch are included with all EZ Gates Note Self closing hinges and pool child safety latch sold separately Verify rough opening between posts is 1 greater than width of gate Set gate in opening and visually identify where hinges will attach to gate for the desired swing direction Measure 3 down from the very top of gate and attach hinge to appropriate gate face using the provided fasteners Attach 2 hinge 3 above the very bottom of the gate to the appropriate gate face Measure 4 down from the very top of gate and attach gate latch arm to appropriate gate face using the provided fasteners Place 2 2x4s on edge in the gate opening so the gate may rest in place while attaching the hinges to the post Level gate in position and fasten top hinge to appropriate post face with a single fastener only
17. s together until you hear the pieces snap then continue to the other end Illustration 6 After the Top Cap Assembly is snapped together place the Top Post Mounts E on each end making sure the fastener portion is facing down Illustration 5 Illustration 6 Critical Measurement www ezhandrail com for videos 12 Installing the Upper Assembly 1 The inside dimension of the upper Top Glass Channel Assembly and the lower Bottom Glass Channel Assembly must be installed exactly 28 apart for the Glass Balusters to fit properly for residential railings 34 for commercial railings Suggestion Cut 2 2x4 s at 28 if you have not already done so Place the 2x4 s on end between the assemblies for proper spacing of the Top Assembly Illustration 7 Use 34 2x4 s for commercial height railing After locating the placement of the Top Post Mounts fasten the mounts to the post using the appropriate fasteners J M N See previous post detail Place a third fastener J through the side of the Top Post Mount E securing the Top Glass Channel Assembly to the Top Post Mount This fastener should be placed on the outside non viewable side of the railing as indicated below Repeat at the opposite end Illustration 7 Illustration 7b Installed Measurement 28 Residential 34 Commercial J M or N see previous post detail page for appropriate fasteners www ezhandrail com for videos 13
18. ww ezhandrail com for videos 2 Tools You Will Need not included Level Tape Measure Chop Saw 60 tooth wood blade Screw or a 1 4 Hex Bit Impact Gun Driver 2 pcs 10 2x4 lumber to support 5 16 Hex Bit railing Driver during installation optional Drill Bits e 14 wood Safety l CW 3 Glasses concrete 1 8 metal wood Time Saver Tip Cut 2 2x4 s to 6 inches and 2 2x4 s to 28 inches for residential or 34 inches for commercial height railing www ezhandrail com for videos 3 EZ Glass Railing Box Contents 6 Ft EZ Glass Railing Kit ine E ae Glass Spline G In Setting Block F 3 3 4 Glass Spacer L ae Self Tapping Fastener 8 214 pn 11 2 ACQ Fastener M Qty ES EZ ES np ES ES ra EEN EEN EEN 1 1 2 2 2 1 L 12 1 14 12 ee C H Each Bottom Post Mount D J N 6 Ft EZ Glass Railing Kit Description Top Cap A Bottom Channel C Glass Channel B1 amp B2 Qty WE WE KS WH 8 Glass Baluster H a WE WE 1 1 2 2 Top Post Mount E 2 1 Bottom Post Mount D Glass Spline G Setting Block F Glass Spacer L Self Tapping Fastener J og 214ar Tapcon Fastener N og 1u ACQ Fastener M www ezhandrail com for videos EZ Glass Railing Components Top Cap A Bottom Channel C Preassembled w Bl below Glass Channel Bl B2 B1 and C ship pre
19. your area and many other local influences over which Madden Manufacturing has no control b Damage caused by faulty or improper installation or application of the EZ Handrail or settlement distortion or warping c Earthquake hurricane tornado cyclone gale lightning fire acts of God flood wind borne objects ice or weather of a catastrophic nature as defined by the United States Weather Bureau d Damage caused by atmospheric pollution acid rain salt soray and other harmful chemicals fumes or vapors directly applied to the EZ Handrail or in the atmosphere e Lap abrasion vandalism misuse physical abuse riot insurrection or civil disorder f Negligence in or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance of the EZ Handrail to prevent an accumulation of surface dirt chalk staining mildew or fungus BRIEFLY WE ASSUME THE RESPONSIBILITY ONLY FOR DAMAGES WHICH ARE CAUSED BY MANUFACTURING DEFECTS IN OUR PRODUCT MADDEN MANUFACTURING SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURIES TO PERSONS OR DAMAGES TO PURCHASER S PREMISES OR THE CONTENTS THEREIN NOR FOR INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES NO DISTRIBUTOR DEALER CONTRACTOR OR APPLICATOR IS AUTHORIZED TO OBLIGATE MADDEN MANUFACTURING IN ANY MANNER EXCEPT TO AUTHENTICATE THE ISSUANCE OF THIS WARRANTY Validation and Commencement of Warranty This warranty shall not be valid or enforceable a If itis not registered with Madden Manufacturing within 30 days
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