SAFTRON ANCH-1 ANCHOR SOCKET (CORE DRILL & GROUT)

Recommended Installation method for: 
Rails, ladders, safety railings, posts, stanchions, umbrellas, flagpoles, volleyball net posts, etc., that have 1.9” OD mounting posts, and that need to be removable  (i.e., for winterizing or storage).
Notes:
  1. Core-drilling requires specialized tools.
  2. Professional installation is recommended.(Not for the average “do-it-yourselfer”).
  3. Rails and ladders will only be as rigid and secure as the supporting foundation. Before installing, make sure the deck is suitable.
  4. Avoid scratches. Keep railings in box until ready to install. Don’t place railings on bare ground.
  5. Clean spills immediately with wet rag. Don’t let spilled grout 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
- Wood wedges
- Bubble Level
- Tape Measure, Markers, String-Line & Adhesive Tape
- Sponges, Rags, Water, Soft Scrub®
- Saftron P-JIG-L or P-JIG-RTD (Optional)
- ½ “ Wrench or Socket
Installation   Steps:

       1)  Measure and mark desired location of rail or ladder posts.
       2)  Determine required location of Anchor Socket to achieve post location.
NOTE:  CENTER OF ANCHOR SOCKET IS NOT CENTER OF POST.  DRAWING BELOW SHOWS DIMENSIONS. PDF FILE DRAWING PRINTED   ON 8” X 11” PAPER CAN BE PRINTED AND USED AS TEMPLATE.

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.

       3)  Drill TWO overlapping 3” diameter x 4” deep cores in concrete for each anchor   socket location as shown on   above template and as illustrated   below. DO NOT MAKE HOLES LARGER   THAN NECESSARY OR ESCUTCHEONS MAY NOT COVER ENTIRE GROUTED AREA.
       4)  Tape   over hole in base cover of anchor socket. 
       5)  Attach   and firmly seat anchor socket(s) to Saftron P-JIG-L  or P-JIG-RTD Jig, and tighten bolt (or use any other method to ensure proper alignment).
       6)  OPTIONAL:  IF INSTALLING STEEL RAILS THAT  REQUIRE GROUNDING (Saftron Rails are non-conductive and do not require   Grounding/Bonding):             
              a)  Attach brass grounding clip to torque bolt inside Anchor Socket.
              b)  Attach grounding/bonding wire to bolt below head
       7)  Place   Anchor Socket(s) in grout holes. Re-check position and alignment. Secure in place with wood wedges.
       8)  Fill   void around anchor socket(s) with grout.
       9)  Once   grout has fully cured, remove jig, insert rail or ladder, and securely tighten fastening bolt.
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
DO NOT USE RAIL UNTIL   GROUT HAS FULLY CURED.


       10)  Rails   can be cleaned and polished using a soft rag and household Soft Scrub®.  DO NOT USE ABRASIVES OR COMMERCIAL SOLVENTS.