SAFTRON SB-3 & SB-F BASE SUPPORTS

Recommended Uses:
- To install Rails, Ladders, Safety Railing, Slides, Posts, Stanchions, Volleyball Nets, Shade Structures, Umbrellas, Flagpoles and other items that have 1.9” OD mounting posts. Mount to concrete or wood deck surfaces or to (sturdy) steps leading up to above-ground spas.

Notes:

  1. Install quickly with common household tools.
  2. Leave minimal damage when removed.
  3. Suitable for wood or concrete decks.
  4. Rails and ladders will only be as rigid and secure as the supporting foundation. Before installing, make sure the deck is suitable.
  5. Avoid scratches. Keep railings in box until ready to install. Don’t place railings on bare ground.


Tools &   Materials Required:
  1. Tape Measure & Markers.
  2. ½” Socket or Wrench
  3. Battery Powered drill (DO NOT USE MAINS-POWERED TOOLS NEAR  WATER)
  4. 5/16” Masonry bit (for concrete decks)
  5. 3/16” Pilot Hole Bit (for wood decks)
  6. Alligator®  Anchors (Included)
  7. 316” Grade Marine Stainless Steel 5/16” Lag Bolts & Washers (included)
  8. Soft Scrub®
Installation Steps:

CONCRETE DECKS:
  1. Place rail or ladder in base and select desired location.  IMPORTANT:  If base will be used with a “lift and turn” SAFTRON Spa rail, slide rectangular insert in slot in underside of SB-6 Base.  position so insert is parallel to side of Spa. THIS ENSURES THAT RAIL POSITIONS WILL BE PERPENDICULAR TO SPA. IF IN DOUBT, TEST BEFORE DRILLING. 
  2. Mark hole locations (3 holes for SB-6, 4 holes for SB-3).
  3. Drill marked hole locations using 5/16” masonry bit to depth of 2-1/4”. DO NOT OVER-SIZE THE HOLE!
  4. Insert Alligator® Anchors into holes until flush with surface.
  5. Attach base using included lag bolts and washers.
  6. Rails can be cleaned and polished using a soft rag and household Soft Scrub®.  
DO NOT USE ABRASIVES OR COMMERCIAL SOLVENTS.

IMPORTANT: WHEN INSTALLING LADDERS, THE HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM FACE OF THE POOL WALL TO MOUNTING POST MUST BE CORRECT TO ENSURE A SECURE FIT.REFER TO DIMENSION DRAWINGS FOR YOUR MODEL OF RAIL OR LADDER ON THIS WEB SITE TO DETERMINE CORRECT DISTANCE.


WOOD DECKS:
  1. Place rail or ladder in base and place in desired location.
  2. Mark hole locations (3 holes for SB-6, 4 holes for SB-3).
  3. Drill in marked hole locations using 3/16” pilot hole bit to depth of 2”.
  4. If base will be used with a “lift and   turn” SAFTRON Spa rail, slide rectangular insert into slot in underside of SB-6 Base.
  5. Attach base using provided lag bolts and washers
  6. Rails can be cleaned and polished using a soft rag and household Soft Scrub®.  
DO NOT USE ABRASIVES OR COMMERCIAL SOLVENTS.

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.