CORE DRILL & GROUT DIRECTLY INTO DECK

CORE DRILL & GROUT DIRECTLY INTO DECK
Recommended installation method for:
  • All in-ground rails, railing and ladders to be installed permanently into a concrete slab.
  • Anchor Sockets See below   for grouting installation instructions specific to Anchor Sockets.
Notes:
  • Core-drilling requires specialized tools.
  • Professional installation is recommended. (Not for the average “do-it-yourselfer”).
  • Rails and ladders will only be as rigid   and secure as the supporting foundation.  Before installing, make sure the deck is suitable.
  • Avoid scratches. Keep railings in box until ready to install. Don’t place railings on bare ground.
  • Clean spills immediately with wet rag. Don’t allow spilled grout to set on railings or deck.
Tools & Materials Required:
  • Core Drill
  • 3” Diameter Core Bit
  • 7-10,000 PSI Non-shrink Hydraulic Grout
  • Mixing Bucket
  • Cold Chisel
  • Hammer
  • Wooden wedges
  • Bubble Level
  • Tape Measure, Markers, String-Line & Adhesive Tape
  • Sponges, Rags, Water, Soft Scrub®



Installation Steps:

       1)  Measure   and mark installation location of railing posts. 
IMPORTANT: WHEN INSTALLING LADDERS, THE   HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM FACE OF POOL WALL TO MOUNTING POST MUST BE CORRECT TO   ENSURE SECURE FIT.  REFER TO   DIMENSION DRAWINGS FOR YOUR MODEL OF RAIL OR LADDER ON THIS WEB SITE TO   DETERMINE REQUIRED DISTANCE.

       2)  Drill 3” diameter x 4” deep core in concrete for each post location.
       3)  If escutcheons are being installed, slide them onto the posts at this time and secure them with tape away from base.
       4)  Fully insert rail or ladder into holes and make sure it is properly aligned and level.  LADDER BUMPERS MUST REST SQUARELY                   AGAINST POOL WALL FACE.
       5)  Insert   small wedges (i.e., wood) around top of opening to secure in place.
       6)  Fill   hole half way with grout.Re-check for alignment then wait for grout to set. 
       7)  Once   grout has set, remove the wedges and finish filling the hole with grout.
       8)  Lower   escutcheons to cover grout perimeter. DO NOT USE RAIL UNTIL GROUT HAS FULLY CURED.
       9)  Rails   can be cleaned and polished using a soft rag and household Soft Scrub®.  DO NOT USE ABRASIVES OR COMMERCIAL SOLVENTS.