Alpa Vinyl Fencing Installation Manual
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1. Note Reverse door swing is optional to installation It is recommended to have the post and hinge connection set to a non movable support Consult your supplier or Alpa Outdoor Products technical support if connecting post to a stucco or siding finish wall Example calculation for gate opening 39 standard width gate 114 hinge swing space 40 opening required between post Step 5 Post Cap Installation Post Cap Optional recommended to run a bead of silicone in the _ inside under cap and push yy down over post E Vinyl Post Optional 2 39 Steel Post Insert side house mount See Note below For Brick Only Note Rip out back of vinyl 4 x 4 post sleeve 2 in centre of post to allow sleeve to slide over 39 steel post mounted to wall Recommended Use 3 8 x 3 minimum anchor bolt and washer to connect 39 posts to wall Note If facing of house is siding or stucco insure that the 39 steel post inserts can be attached and connected to the structure not only the facing finish of wall Call technical support for further assistance2. 2 a fil Note When fastening screws though 2S vinyl components it is not necessary to Crews drill pilot holes with the 2 long coloured ees y screws but may be required when using Hoth op Vinyl Post Sleeve 34 coloured screws gi IoT Vinyl U Mount Bracket Use 12 O C as a typical spacing to fasten Step 3 Mounting Fence to Post With Option 1 Vinyl U Mount Bracket 1 Connect the opposite side Vinyl U Mount Bracket directly to the fence panel flush top 2 Slide the fence panel into the Vinyl U Mount attached to post and then slide fence panel between posts for a snug fit 3 Level top of fence and connect the Vinyl U Mount Bracket to the post and fence panel as per illustration Follow recommended spacing for the fasteners Note if you are using the Metal U Fence Stiffener option slide into the fence panel crossbar top or bottom prior to connecting the fence panel to the posts see page 2 4 Repeat steps for other fence panels always leveling the top of your fence Note that staggering the height of the fence panel to the grade and slope of the ground is common and may be necessary to avoid large gaps between the bottom of the fence panel and the ground Use 3 4 long screws OR 2 through optional stiffener if used Both sides Single Panel Fence Note Connect Vinyl U Mount Bracket to fence panel on opposite end Optional connection for decorative fence top or snap
3. ALPA OUTDOOR PRODUCTS Beautifying Home Exteriors Alpa Outdoor Products Inc 101 Glidden Road Brampton Ontario L6T 3W6 Office 905 796 6631 Fax 905 796 8790 Web www alpaoutdoor com Alpa Vinyl Fencing Installation Manual I i IHT T ii ii Hil LH WU 7 Supplied by Thank you for choosing ALPA Outdoor Products Please read this installation manual completely before installing your new Alpa Fence or Privacy Screen Retain this manual and your dated sales receipt for future reference or warranty claims Installation amp Assembly Introduction As with any construction project use caution and safety when cutting and installing your new fence or privacy screen Alpa Outdoor Products cannot be responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from the incorrect use of any tools equipment or the mishandling of any fencing components Use proper lifting procedures when handling any product or packaged product e Take care when handling the individual components and wear gloves to avoid cuts or scrapes Follow proper operating procedures for any tools ladders etc used when install
4. Recommended concrete fasteners A set of 4 wedge all fasteners measuring 3 8 x 3 3 4 with washers 4 MINIMUM FOR CONCRETE Step 2 Mounting Brackets to Posts Please note that there are two 2 possible fence panels to post connection mounting options Alpa Outdoor Products recommends this as a guide Fence Style Full Privacy Fence Style Semi Privacy e Cape Cod e French Garden e Carriage e English Garden e Carrington e Hampton Use the following options Estate z i e Urban Option 1 e Nautical Vinyl U Mount Bracket OR Option 2 Use the following option Alpa Metal Hanger amp End Strips Option 1 Vinyl U Mount Bracket Decorative Fence Options Please note that the top decorative fence option may be packaged separately from the bottom fence panel and may be required to be snapped in place on site when installing See Step 3 on page 5 for instructions Beautifying Home Exteriors SULA WALL Step 2 Mounting Brackets to Posts Continued With Option 1 Vinyl U Mount Bracket 1 Determine the overall height desired for the top of the fence Recommended Mark a level line on the post and fasten the Vinyl U Mount Bracket Spacing tbl to the post as per the illustration Important Set the height of the fence to allow a minimum of a 2 to 3 gap above ground Connect Vinyl U Mount Bracket to post 2 Screws use 2 long screws SS e T e e 2 Screws I ar a
5. the decorative to slide easily between post level then fasten with screws to post fence top first then install as per Step 2 3 Use the 2 long self taping coloured screw to attach to posts Use the 34 coloured screw to attach to fence panel s www alpaoutdoor com Step 2 Mounting Brackets to Posts Continued With Option 2 Alpa Fence Hanger amp End Strips 1 Mark the center line of the fence post and determine the overall height desired for the top of the fence Mark a level line on the post 1 8 higher top of hanger align the top of the hanger and fasten the Alpa Hanger left hanger is shown in illustration 2 Fasten the Vinyl End Strip F centered on post with screw port side onto post directly under the installed hanger and between hangers depending on the fence collection being installed See illustration and recommended screw spacing for attaching the Vinyl End Strip F to post 3 Repeat for other side so both sides have open face of left and right hangers installed Alpa Hanger left hanger shown Vinyl Post Sleeve Patent Pending ww l ai Point Left amp Right Hangers Available to be bent closed after fence is put into place Vinyl End Strip F Note Allow 14 extra space between post Use 2 long Screws for hanger connection option Approximately 8 evenly spaced screws from top to bottom use 3 4 long screws lt Centre Line Ma
6. ach condition on page 4 I 4 feet or below frost zone Sono tube optional and poured Concrete Recommended See page 4 1 4 3 8 x 334 Wedge all OR 2 4 3 8 x 6 Hex Head Wood Lag if installed on wood deck www alpaoutdoor com Recommended Installation for Wooden or Concrete Structure Wooden Structure 1 Locate centre point for each newel post 2 Install block below deckboards and be sure to fasten blocking to joists 3 Place steel post reinforcement over centre point and mark anchor locations Con 4 Drill 1 8 diameter pilot holes at least 60 to 70 of lags shank 5 Place steel reinforcement over pilot holes and screw in lags Recommended Wood Lag Screws A set of 4 hex head 3 8 x 6 0 steel zinc plated lag screws with washers Concrete Substructure 1 Locate centre point for each newel post 2 Place steel post reinforcement over centre point and mark anchor locations 4 LAYERS OF LAMINATED 2 x 8 SPRUCE 2 LUMBER CONNECTED TO FLOOR JOISTS WITH 3 SPIRAL NAILS ON EACH LAYER 2 x 8 SPF JOIST 3 Drill 3 8 diameter holes to allow a minimum embedment of 3 clean holes of all concrete dust and debris 4 Tap concrete fasteners place the steel post reinforcement over the exposed threaded portions of fasteners Install washers and nuts then tighten to the recommended 30ft Ibs of torque
7. d in a manner contrary to local building codes and by laws or the instructions that have been provided The Alpa fence panels have been tested in Canadian American approved labs for wind resistance and blowout under uniform loads Note Privacy Fence Screens installed on balconies must not be used as guard rails as they are not considered structural If installing as a privacy screen on any end of a deck above 23 5 8 from grade use the Alpa Structural Railing as a guard rail in front of the privacy screen See the Alpa Structural Railing Installation Guide or call Alpa Outdoor Products technical support for further inquires The installer must understand that failure to follow the installation instruction set forth in this manual may result in deficiencies in the final assembly and will VOID the warranty Attention Before you assemble and install your fence or privacy screen Please take a complete inventory of all parts using the part identification guide provided Do not attempt to install the fence or privacy screen if parts are missing or damaged For assistance or replacement parts call your supplier Always call to get your ground locates Call before you dig www alpaoutdoor com Part Identification for Fence Assembly amp Gate Installation Storage Your fence panels come pre assembled in sections Do not store them flat on intermediate supports Always store your fence products vertically up against each other Mou
8. ing your fence or privacy screen e Always protect your eyes Wearing safety glasses when cutting is required when using any power tools e The fence panels must be anchored and connected properly to either a wood substructure concrete pad or in ground support system See the following pages for recommended options for installing a fence or privacy screen Some fasteners lags or concrete anchors may not be included e Contractor or owner to supply fence post supports This is a maintenance free product made of weatherable vinyl and as such does not need to be painted or stained Painting of the product will VOID the warranty If a paintable fence product is needed please contact Alpa Outdoor Products Inc or your supplier Tool Required for Assembly Power drill with a 2 type A bit 4 in length or longer e 3 8 x 4 concrete bit for 3 8 x 3 3 4 Wedge All concrete steel post insert mounted application 1 8 x 6 wood bit for 3 8 x 6 wood lag screw wood deck and steel post insert mounted application Measuring tape e Safety glasses and gloves e 3 to 4 level and carpenters square e Chop saw 10 blade length with 60 teeth recommended e Skill saw hand held e Ground auger see page 3 for options 2 and 3 post installation e Wheel barrel required if using a ground auger e Shovel required if using a ground auger or mixing cement Fences and posts must not be installe
9. ke sure to install Step 3 Mounting Fence to Post hanger at the centre line of fence posts With Option 2 Alpa Fence Hanger amp End Strips 1 Gently lift the full fence panel and place it in the seat of hangers Remember that if you are using the Metal U Fence Stiffener option to slide it in the fence panel cross bars top or bottom prior to connecting them to the posts See page 2 2 Fold the Alpa Fence hangers to the face of fence cross bars and fasten all hangers both sides with 34 long colour screws 3 Fit the Vinyl End Strip M in line with the Vinyl End Strip F and pressure snap it into place in the Vinyl End Strip F Both sides of the Vinyl End Strips should fit snug against the fence panel board Repeat on other side 4 Repeat steps for other fence panels Use 3 4 long screws lt Centre Line Make sure to install hanger at the centre line of fence posts Location of Screws Vinyl End Strip M N We eer rrre a Popes Mee een Alpa Metal Hanger Vinyl End Strip F Left Hanger Shown A Vinyl Post Top View Vinyl End Strip M Snaps in after Use 3 4 long screws fence panel is set in hanger Beautifying Home Exteriors e Step 4 Gate Installation Note Opening for gate minimum requirement is Gate width dimension 14 Clear opening dimension between posts Against Wall
10. lled on site di Important Your pre made fence panels may arrive to you wrapped and strapped flat on skids for safe shipping purposes Always store your fence panels on edge upright Never store fence panels on a job site flat especially over an irregular surface or over construction debris Step 1 Post Installation Option A Option B Post Collar 4 feet or below frost zone 4 feet or below frost zone Poured Concrete Steel Pipe 4x4 PT Lumber Option A Steel Pipe This method is mainly for the professional contractor as a post pounding machine is required to drive the steel post into the ground Option B Lumber amp Concrete This is the traditional fence method with accuracy in measured spacing and plumb alignment of the 4 x 4 PT post set into concrete to be very important Option C Sono tube Concrete amp Steel Insert This method will allow for some tolerances in placements of concrete piers as the steel post insert and base plate can move slightly to get the post spacing and alignment required Sono tubes are optional and not required as in Option B The steel post insert option is recommended for any privacy screen to be installed on a wood deck or concrete balcony too See recommended fasteners for e
11. nting Options Please note that there are two 2 possible fence panels to post mounting options Screws Alpa Metal Hanger Colour Matched Vinyl U Mount Bracket Vinyl End Strip F Vinyl End Strip M Option 2 Option 1 Vinyl U Mount Bracket Decorative Fence Options Please note that the top decorative fence topper option may be packaged separately from the bottom fence panel and may require to be snapped in place on site when installing depending on your area of shipment See Step 3 on page 5 for instructions to do so if not already in place at time of shipping Optional Steel Post 39 Steel Post x 2pc Pre assembled Gate Post Cap t gt pi Post Collar Am See page 3 for post installation options Metal U Fence Stiffener Optional J 4 x 4 x 78 Post Sleeve Alpa Metal Hanger amp End Strips Pre assembled Fence Panel 2 Metal Pipe Optional See page 3 for post installation options Fence Cross Board Top for Wall Mount Connection o Vinyl Post Sleeve Beautifying Home Exteriors Hinge i L4 TT a Note Gate comes pre assembled with exception of gate hinges Pre assembled gate with steel U fence stiffeners all around hinges and latch included and to be insta
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