29) Then, use four #8 x 1/2″ self-tapping Robertson
screws to fasten one bracket to its post. (Figure
70) Tighten with care; self-tapping screws can
break when screwed in too hard.
Note: Follow the pattern shown in Figure 71 (A
to D).
Note: When screwing in the screws, it is
recommended to pull the post towards you for a
better fit of the corner bracket. This will
diminish the possible gap.
WARNING
Make sure there is no gap between the sleeve
and the bracket. If there is a gap, verify the
previous step (step 29). (Figure 71)
Review previous steps before screwing in the
Roberston screws; it is very hard to reposition
the sleeves once they have already been
screwed in. We highly recommend verifying
whether the posts are level before screwing in
the corner bracket.
30) Repeat step 29 for the remaining brackets.
Follow the same assembly pattern as shown in
Figure 69.
31) Verify the installation of the brackets by trying
to lift each inner sleeve. Review steps 27 to 30
for any broken screws or to retighten screws if
an inner sleeve continues to move. (Figure 72)
32) Install the rubber caps on all four posts. These
caps are in the part box and help protect the
post assembly tops from weathering. (Figure
73)
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