Installation

Installation Steps

Installing the M5000 bracket system is a straightforward process designed to ensure a strong, stable connection between your deck and the foundation. Follow these step-by-step instructions carefully to ensure a safe and secure installation that will stand the test of time.

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Step 1

Mark the locations of the 4 holes for the sleeve anchors on the foundation of the house and drill 4—1/2” holes.

Step 2

Apply an outdoor silicone around the holes on the back of the M5000.

Step 3

Using a level, attach the M5000 to the foundation of the house using the 4 provided sleeve anchors.

Step 4

Cut a 6x6 post to the required height and notch out the top of post for the 10” double ledger board.

Step 5

Install 3” deck screws to the support braces on the sides of the M5000 bracket and 2—6” lag bolts at the top of the post to secure the post to the ledger board, you’re finished!!

Step 6

If your install of the M5000 requires you to install it below grade level, install 3/4” crush gravel around the bottom of the M5000 for water drainage.

Installation Methods

There are 2 methods to use the M5000 properly. Please see the 2 different methods for using the M5000 below

Method #1: Bolting through the Veneer and rim joist of the house and into the foundation

Using a double 10” ledger, use a carriage bolt and go through the veneer and rim joist of the house. Use a washer and nut on the inside of the house to fasten the ledger board. Use sleeve anchors to bolt the M5000 to the foundation. Once everything is bolted properly and attached to one another, the bolts that are holding the ledger board in place will act as the lateral support. The M5000 will act at the shear weight supporter.

Method #2: Bolting to the foundation only and use our new ML45 Lateral Support brackets.

Use 6” sleeve anchors to attached the M5000 to the foundation of the house. Install front and side lateral supports on the front beam/post assembly. (Please make sure you follow the correct building code requirements when installing our lateral supports.)

Bracket Load Calculations

Calculation for required brackets on new constructed decks

Calculate Approximate Load Weight

Wood Decks

Dead Load = Approx. 40 lbs per sq/ft
Live Load = Approx. 150 lbs per sq/ft

Composite Decks

Dead Load = Approx. 60 lbs per sq/ft
Live Load = Approx. 240 lbs per sq/ft

Load Calculation Formula

A / 2 × B × Load = Load on Ledger Board

Installation Recommendation:

Recommend spacing for the M5000 is every 8’ with 10” double ledger boards.

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