NuFiber F3W375 Instructions / Assembly
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1. 13 1500 Taylor Avenue Info nudo com Springfield IL 62703 www nudo com Phone 1 800 826 4132 1 217 528 5636 Fax 1 217 528 8722 Pre Install Planning Measure Area Set true plumb line Panels should be pre fit and pre drilled if rivets are required prior to fastening and or adhering to substrate Adhesive should be applied AFTER all cutting and drilling is complete Cove base molding should not restrict panel but allow for expansion and contraction Poured molding should be completed prior to installation of panels Cut panels 1 short of where the base molding will extend Installation Steps Method First panel installed should be set true with a plumb Adhering to Wall 0 D line Trim panel to fit and cut out any fixture openings Cut moldings as needed for proper fit The divider ISC amp OSC moldings may need to be cut to accommodate ceiling and base finishes Start installation of molding in any inside corner mark plumb line 48 for vinyl trim When installing over solid substrate apply adhesive to 100 of backside of panels Insert panel into inside corner molding place panel into corner of wall and align with plumb line If using an end cap on top or bottom of panels slide it completely on to panel prior to adhering to wall Place panel on wall leaving appropriate room for expansion and contraction Once panel is placed on wall use roller to remove any air pockets Install dividing trim on2. first panel Apply adhesive to the next panel slide into the first panel division bar align with plumb line and use roller to remove any air bubbles Repeat with next panel Prior to installing the last panel on the first wall insert an inside corner on the leading edge of the panel The first panel on the new wall will slide into the last panels inside corner of the existing wall completing the transition Continue the method working in one direction around the room The method of adhering should be determined by the substrate applying to solid or frame stud Typically using an adhesive or fasteners exclusively will suffice but sometimes a combination of both may be necessary A vapor barrier may be required also in high moisture areas Check with your local building codes to determine any restrictions or guidelines You should use construction grade adhesive that is recommended for your environment temperature humidity conditions and have 100 coverage when applying Adhesive should be applied to the entire back side of the panels about 1 4 6 4 mm thick Follow Nudo Products Inc Form 6005 Rev 02 10 13 1500 Taylor Avenue Info nudo com Springfield IL 62703 www nudo com Phone 1 800 826 4132 1 217 528 5636 Fax 1 217 528 8722 the adhesive manufacturer s recommendation for trowel room conditions and application methods When applying with adhesive it is imperative to secure the NuFiber panels with an adjustable rolling
3. tool to properly set the panel and substrate All NuFiber panels will have some expansion and contraction Spacing due to changes in temperature and environment It is important to allow a 1 8 gap at the ceiling and panel base Allow a 1 16 ZAN gap between panels and division bars If face mounted moldings Allow more space for expansion and contraction of prs NuFiber panels longer than 8 and in areas with high fluctuations in temperature Pre drilled holes should be slightly larger than the diameter of fastener shank to allow for normal expansion and contraction Note Allow for expansion of NuFiber panels when installing around pipes conduits electrical outlets etc Molding Vinyl moldings can be used for installation Cut moldings as needed for proper fit The divider ISC amp OSC moldings may need to be cut to accommodate ceiling and base finishes Place moldings on panels before fastening edges if required Always use moldings in high moisture areas The use of trim moldings and silicone sealant with NuFiber panels is recommended to achieve a moisture resistant installation Cut moldings to size and place silicone sealant into channel of moldings during installation Place moldings on panels before fastening if required Follow silicone sealant manufacturer s recommendations for installation Fasteners In high moisture areas or certain situations NuFiber panels should be installed with non corroding fasteners We recommend plast
4. Installation Guidelines 6001 NF Nudo NuFiber Rev 02 10 13 Please Read Disclaimers PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION These guidelines are provided in good faith to help prevent any problems caused by common errors in installation The manufacturer and or distributor of this product shall not be held responsible for installation actions taken or not taken There are many details of installation that are assumed to be general construction knowledge to experienced installers which are not included in these instructions These installation guidelines are intended to be strictly recommendations and are NOT to serve as a step by step fail safe installation checklist Selection of an experienced installer is the sole responsibility of the project owner and architect Nudo Products Inc does not accept any responsibility for job failure resulting from or associated with improper site environmental conditions Safety Instructions When cutting or drilling always wear protective glasses or goggles and a face mask which covers the face and mouth ltching due to fibers may be avoided by the use of barrier creams on exposed skin areas Tools Needed Circular saw with fine tooth carbide tipped saw blade Power drill with carbide bits Trowel recommended by adhesive manufacturer Trim Cutter NuFiber Panels Heavy duty construction adhesive Seam Finishing PVC molding trim Silicone Sealant for installation in hi
5. gh moisture areas Non abrasive cleaner soap and water mineral spirits for use in clean up Rags Sandpaper for roughing up walls Personal protection equipment goggles amp mask Tape measure Saw horses Painters tape Plywood larger than panels Materials Needed Preparation Storage All NuFiber panels should be stored indoors on a solid flat dry surface Do not stand panels on edge or stack on fresh concrete floor or any other surface that emits moisture Lay panels flat with proper support on the E ends of panels Optimum storage conditions are 60 F 16 C to 75 F 24 C and 35 to 55 relative humidity Nudo Products Inc Form 6005 Rev 02 10 13 a 1500 Taylor Avenue Info nudo com SHH 4 EE E Springfield IL 62703 www nudo com aa uF kF u Phone 1 800 826 4132 1 217 528 5636 Fax 1 217 528 8722 Prior to Installation Wall Preparation Environmental Conditions Pre Installation Inspection 2 Installation should NOT begin until building is enclosed windows and doors installed Permanent heating and cooling equipment is in operation and residual moisture from plaster concrete etc is dissipated Prior to installation the installer must determine that the environmental conditions meets or exceeds all requirements specified in the installation guidelines Before installing remove packaging materials Allow the panels to acclimate to the room temperature and humidity for 48 hou
6. ic pin rivets chrome pin rivets on piece nylon rivets stainless nails or screws Fasteners should be installed to fit snug but should not be over tightened Carefully select the proper length and width of rivet fastener for the covered project substrate Finish Work Remove all adhesive residues cleaning panels thoroughly with warm water a non abrasive detergent and cloth For cleaning with solvent based adhesive use mineral spirits to remove residue Nudo Products Inc Form 6005 Rev 02 10 13 Fa 1500 Taylor Avenue Info nudo com BE E Springfield IL 62703 www nudo com iw Ya Phone 1 800 826 4132 1 217 528 5636 Fax 1 217 528 8722
7. itions for 48 hours prior to installation It is imperative that moisture is sealed at the entry points with silicone sealant Failure to do so may result in the substrate warping curling delamination or bond line separation Use an adhesive that is recommended for high humidity following the manufacturers application guidelines Check with the local building codes for specific requirements In low temperature conditions acclimate panels in operational room conditions for 48 hours prior to installation Use an adhesive recommended for low temperature conditions following the manufacturer s application guidelines Check with the local building codes for specific requirements Do NOT use NuFiber panels in high temperature conditions exceeding 130 F 55 C Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight MAY CAUSE the panels to fade and or rapid expansion Please use extreme caution when installing panels in these type environments Panels should be inspected upon receipt Nudo Products Inc inspects composite panels for physical and cosmetic abnormalities prior to shipment however it is the installers responsibility to fully inspect all panels for defects prior to installation If they panels are not acceptable please contact Nudo Products Inc customer services immediately DO NOT INSTALL QUESTIONABLE PANELS Nudo Corporation will NOT be responsible for installation or removal cost of unacceptable panels Nudo Products Inc Form 6005 Rev 02 10
8. rs before installing Acclimation temperature range should be 60 to 75 F 16 C to 24 and relative humidity should be 35 to 55 Ideally the room temperature and humidity during acclimation and installation should be the same as the final operation conditions Panels can be installed over solid wall surfaces gypsum board concrete board wood cinder block etc or directly over framing studs When installing over solid surfaces walls should be flat and even Remove high spots and fill in low spots prior to beginning installation Remove wallpaper soluble or loose paint and other foreign matter that may interfere with the adhesive bond The wall substrate must be dry and free from dirt dust and grease Painted surfaces will not allow solvent free or solvent based adhesives to dry The substrate must be porous to enabling the adhesive to cure and achieve full bond strength Painted surfaces must be perforated to rough up the wall or gouged with a minimum of 20 grit heavy duty sandpaper to break the moisture barrier of the paint All loose paint and dirt must be removed prior to installation New gypsum board or drywall should NOT be painted or primed Tapered joints need only a fill and taped coating using a setting joint compound A finish coat is not necessary or desirable Please read adhesive manufacturers recommendation for further preparation not covered in this paragraph In high humidity acclimate panels in operational room cond
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