Deckorators Post Mount - Manual

Important: Installer must consult local building code officials to
ensure code compliance prior to installation.
Step 1 - Determine desired location for the post. Install two (2) 2x8
pressure-treated lumber blocks between the joists at each post loca-
tion. Secure through all sides that come in contact with the substruc-
ture with at least three (3) 3" long corrosion resistant wood deck screws
spaced 1-1/2" on-center. Pre-drill holes to avoid splitting.
Step 2 - Place the leveling cup on the deck and place the post mount
into the cup. Position the post mount and cup in the desired location.
Temporarily plumb the post mount. Insert a pencil through the mount-
ing holes and mark the location of each mounting bolt. Tip: The steel
mounting plate can also be used as a template to mark the bolt loca-
tions. Set the post mount and leveling cup aside.
Step 3 - Drill a pilot hole at each mark using a 3/8" drill bit. Be sure to
drill through the decking and the 2x8 blocking.
Step 4 - Reposition the post mount over the pilot holes and position
the deck mounting plate under the 2x8 blocking. Install hex bolts at
each of the mounting holes in the post mount. Hex bolts should extend
through the deck, blocking and deck mounting plate. Place a washer
on the end of each hex bolt and secure each bolt with a nut. Do not
tighten at this time.
Post Mount Installation Instructions
Deck Mount Installation (see reverse side for Concrete Mount installation)
Items you will need:
• Level
• Pencil
• Tape Measure
• Safety Glasses/
Goggles
Kit contents:
Post Mount:
• 1 – 36" or 42" aluminum
post mount
• 1 – PVC leveling cup
• 4 – PVC mounting plates
Fig. 1
Installation
• 3/8" Drill Bit
• Adjustable Wrench/
Socket Wrench for bolts
• Deck Mounting Kit (sold separately)
• 3" long corrosion resistant
deck screws (sold separately)
• 2x8 pressure-treated lumber
for blocking
Deck Mounting Kit (sold separately):
• 1 – 4"x4" x .25" steel mounting plate
• 4 – 3/8" x 6" grade 2 hex bolts
• 4 – 3/8" washers
• 4 – 3/8" nuts
The diagrams and instructions in this brochure are for illustration purposes only and are not meant to replace a licensed professional. Any construction or use of the product must be in accordance with all
local zoning and/or building codes. The consumer assumes all risks and liability associated with the construction or use of this product. The consumer or contractor should take all necessary steps to ensure
the safety of everyone involved in the project, including, but not limited to, wearing the appropriate safety equipment. EXCEPT AS CONTAINED IN THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY, WARRANTOR DOES
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Step 5 - Plumb the post mount to the desired final
position. Secure the hex bolts with a wrench. Slowly
tighten the bolts opposite from each other to ensure
the post mount remains plumb.
Step 6 - Slide PVC mounting plates into the alumi-
num post mount and position where the top and bot-
tom rails will be attached.