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Step 7: Solid bracket Drill Preparation
. The next
steps are necessary to properly drill through the
solid bracket. The “Close Proximity Drill Card” is
supplied to outline the Minimum space required
for installation. The use of this card may be
necessary for situations where manufacturers use
removable swim steps or brackets with a smaller
footprint.
Using the mark from Step 4, place the Close
Proximity Drill Card on the marked side of the
swim platform bracket ensuring the drill holes
are within the solid portion of the swim platform
bracket.
See Figure 15
. Temporarily tape the
card to bracket in two places.
Step 8: Center Punch hole locations
. Using
a Center punch and hammer, carefully locate
the center of each bolt hole (4 holes) using the
target cross-hairs on each bolt hole. Punch the
centers of each hole using a forceful hit with the
hammer. If the bracket is stainless steel you will
want to give it an extra punch. Inspect to make
sure a center punch hole is imprinted on the swim
platform from each hole location, then remove the
drill card(s).
See Figure 16.
Step 9: Drill Holes.
First, drill pilot holes using the
smaller of the two provided Drill Bits, size #29.
Drill all holes at this time. It’s not a race, this
may take some time and leverage depending on
the type and thickness of the material.
Note:
For U-Channel brackets make sure to drill
both sides separately. The will be a total of 8
holes that need to be drilled if you have this type
of bracket.
Once all the pilot holes have been drilled, use the
provided larger 17/64” drill bit and drill all holes
to the final size. Deburr the holes for a nice finish
using a deburring tool or bit.
See Figure 17.
Repeat for opposite side
Figure 14.
Close Proximity Card on Sole Bracket
Figure 15.
Center Punch Mounting Holes (x4)
Figure 16.
Final 17/64” Holes
Figure 17.
