AMERICANA OUTDOORS SCREEN ROOM User manual

Before You Begin:
• Consult your local building department for any required permits
You may be required to obtain a building permit for this structure. Contact your local building
department for details.
• Read instructions thoroughly
Please read all instructions and notes carefully prior to assembly. Americana is not responsible
for replacing parts lost or damaged due to incorrect assembly.
• Check for all parts
Use the Parts and Hardware List to check for any missing parts. To prevent scratching of painted
materials, place on a tarp or other protective material.
• Prepare surrounding area
Remove any obstructions around shelter location. Shelter installation should be scheduled after
all concrete and masonry work in the surrounding area is completed.
• Assistance is required during entire assembly.
• Proper site preparation is required.
• Standard shade structure design does not include additional loads such as hanging heavy plants,
swings, or other objects.
• DO NOT stand or sit on the shade structure roof.
• Repair or replace broken parts immediately.
• This kit contains parts with sharp edges. Please be careful when handling.
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SCREEN ROOM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Contact us at:
1-888-442-2928 or
www.americana.com
CAUTION

Tools Needed for Installation
Installation Notes and Tips
• Complete site preparation before beginning assembly.
• It is VERY IMPORTANT that the current footing layout is obtained from the manufacturer before
pouring any footings or setting any anchor bolts.
• Anchor bolts are NOT included and must be furnished at the time of installation. Consult local
building codes and the provided manufacturer’s drawing for required anchor specifications.
• We recommend using high quality stainless steel anchor bolts in areas with a corrosive
climate.
• If the shelter is set on a concrete slab, the slab must be level so that all posts will be at the same
elevation when mounted and anchored down.
• If the shelter is set on an unlevel surface, it will bolt together if assembled with all bolts loose.
When the bolts are tightened, some of the steel joints may have gaps and the unit may not be
exactly plumb. However, the strength of the structure will not be affected.
• In areas with frequent rain, the slab or footing elevation should be at least 1” above the elevation of
the surrounding landscape to prevent water from ponding around the base plate and anchor bolts.
• DO NOT attempt to assemble on a day with strong winds.
• Have assistance nearby to lift and secure parts in place.
• As is common in the erection of all types of metal structures, due to job site conditions (unlevel slabs,
footings, etc.), slight modifications such as reaming of some holes or drilling new holes may become
necessary and must be done on the job site.
• Predrilling holes and removing metal shavings and debris from between components before
fastening together will help prevent rusting or staining of the surrounding surfaces.
• Cutting and drilling metal components will cause shavings which must be carefully removed by
sweeping or brushing. If this is not done, the metal shavings will rust and stain the surface finish.
• It is recommended to lower the speed of electric drills during this installation. Installing Tek screws at
a high RPM may cause the Tek screws to become damaged or break during installation.
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Safety Glasses
Tape Measure Carpenters Level Electric Drill
Screw Driver
Flat & Phillips
Ladder
Socket / Hex Head Driver
Sizes: 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/4”,
1”, 1-1/16”
Other Required Tools: Gloves, Chalk Line, Silicone Caulking
Recommended Tools: Rubber Mallet, Carpenters Square, Pliers, Metal Hack Saw
NOTE: Heavier equipment such as a forklift, boom lift, or lift table may also be required.
Socket / Ratchet Wrench
Sizes: 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/4”,
1”, 1-1/16”

CORRECT TOO LOOSE TOO TIGHT
Installation Notes and Tips (continued)
• Avoid over-driving, under-driving, or driving at an angle to properly install fasteners. Over-driven
fasteners can depress the material and allow water to collect around the fastener, which will corrode
the surface finish. Under-driven fasteners can cause leaks and may back out over time.
• The center-to-center spacing of the roof panel locks must be maintained as the panels are installed.
If this is not done, problems may not show up until towards the end of the installation when parts may
appear to be cut too short or too long. If this happens, check each roof panel spacing and re-set if
necessary.
• We strongly recommend using a high grade sealant, such as our 100% silicone caulk and sealant.
Caulking should be applied uniformly and without skips. A poor caulking job can cause leaks.
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Note: These are basic installation guidelines for our standard load units and may not be suitable to your
specific installation. It is important to follow all local and national building codes when installing any
exterior improvement product. If you have questions regarding the proper installation of any Americana
product, please call us toll free at 1-888-442-2928 and ask for assistance. Hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm
Central Standard Time, Monday - Friday.
Refer to the provided manufacturer’s drawing for details and special notes.
Americana will not be responsible for delays or lost installation time due to failure to follow all
Care and Maintenance
Every 12 months your shade structure should be inspected and maintained by:
• Tightening loose nuts and bolts at all connections.
• Repairing damage to the finish to prevent corrosion.
• Replacing lost or damaged fasteners, brackets, and other parts.
• Replacing brittle or cracked sealer to prevent leaks.
• Removing obstructions and miscellaneous build-up from gutters, eaves, and downspouts.

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Parts List
NOTE: Length and quantity of parts will vary based on the size of area.
ALUMINUM POST & BEAM
SCREEN WITH RAILING
SCREEN
DOOR SCREEN

#12 x 1-1/4” Screw
Hardware List
NOTE: Bolt diameter and length determined by factors such as loading requirements, plate
thicknesses, etc. Always check the provided manufacturer’s drawing for bolt specifications
required at each connection point. (HARDWARE SHOWN ABOVE ACTUAL SIZE.)
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Parts List
NOTE: Length and quantity of parts will vary based on the size of the shelter.
HD U-BRACKET HD H-BRACKET
1x1 ALUMINUM
ANGLE
1/2x1 ALUMINUM
ANGLE
1/4” x 2-1/4” Round
Head Screw 1/4” Acorn Nut
1/4” x 4 Tek Screw 1/4” x 1-1/2” Hex Head
Lag Screw
1/4” Bantom Insert Plug

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OPTIONAL ROOF Parts
NOTE: Optional parts on this list are for the roof only. You may skip this step if you already
purchased or have an existing roof. Roof options vary on style of pan choice. Most common
and Americana’s top choice is the Yukon Roof Panel. Other options will be displayed below.
YUKON FASCIA TRIM WALL MOUNTING CHANNEL CHANNEL RAIL
YUKON ROOF PANEL

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PRE—STEPS BEFORE INSTALLATION
Using a chalk line, layout the wall placement on the existing conc. pad or deck as shown
below. Be sure to keep the chalk lines square to the existing structure and plum the lines
where the screen room is to meet the exterior wall. Starting 4” away from existing structure
drill 5/16” holes at prox. 16” O.C. a 1/2” on the outside of both chalk lines. This location will align
with the angle that will be applied in the next step. Attaching screen room wall panels to
existing structure may require additional materials not supplied by Americana.

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CAUTION: ONLY USE SELF TAPPING
SCREWS ITEM (AA) ON THE OUTER
FLANGE SIDE. VIEW TO THE LEFT SHOWS
EXPLODED VIEW OF SCREWS ON ONE
SIDE ONLY. OPPOSITE SIDE RECIEVES
SCREEN PANELS. SCREW HEADS WILL
INTERFERE WITH SCREEN WALL PANELS.

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CAUTION: ONLY USE SELF TAPPING
SCREWS ITEM (AA) ON THE OUTER
FLANGE SIDE. VIEW TO THE LEFT SHOWS
EXPLODED VIEW OF SCREWS ON ONE
SIDE ONLY. OPPOSITE SIDE RECIEVES
SCREEN PANELS. SCREW HEADS WILL
INTERFERE WITH SCREEN WALL PANELS.

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STEP 1
BEFORE ATTACHING TRACKING ENSURE THAT THE PRE-STEP IS COMPLETED AND HOLES ARE
DRILLED AND BANTOM PLUGS HAVE BEEN INSERTED INTO CONCRETE. PRE DRILL HOLES IN ANGLE
16” O.C. CENTERED ON FLANGE.
WHEN ATTACHING THE BOTTOM TRACKING THE FLANGE UP SIDE SHOULD BE COLINEAR TO THE
CHALKLINES APPLIED TO SURFACE. THIS WILL ENSURE THE SCREENS FIT IN THE SLOT CREATED.
ANGLE THAT MEETS PERPENDICULAR TO ONE ANOTHER MAY BE MITERED AT A 45 DEG. -OR–
FLANGE OFFSET OVERLAP. BOTH OPTIONS ARE SHOWN BELOW.

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STEP 2
START BY SELECTING A TALLER SECTION OF SCREEN & FACE UP WITH POST AND SLIDE IN BETWEEN
TRACKING. ATTACH ANOTHER SECTION NEXT TO FIRST SCREEN. CONNECT SCREENS TOGETHER WITH
ITEMS (BB & CC) SHOWN BELOW. CLAMP SCREENS FLUSH AND PLUMB AND PRE-DRILL 5/16 HOLES
BEFORE BOLT & ACORN NUT APPLICATION. ONCE ALL SCREENS ON ONE WALL ARE CONNECTED
YOU MAY APPLY THE REMAINING ANGLE & TEK SCREWS (AA) INTO SCREEN FRAME.
REPEAT STEP THROUGHOUT SCREEN APPLICATION. IF THERE IS A FRONT BEAM TO BE APPLIED THE
SCREEN SECTIONS MAY BE SHORTER BY 3”+- ON THE FRONT SIDE OF SCREEN ROOM.

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STEP 3
ROOF APPLICATION (THIS PAGE ONLY NECESSARY IF ROOF WAS PURCHASED WITH SCREEN ROOM)
AFTER WALL MOUNTING RAIL & CHANNEL HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON EXISTING STRUCTURE WALL,
START BY PLACING ROOF PANELS w/ QUICK CONNECT SNAP TOGETHER BEFORE ATTACHING WITH
TEK SCREWS (DD). IMAGES ABOVE SHOW ROOF PANELS INSTALLED. IMAGE BELOW SHOWS YUKON
FASCIA TRIM BEING APPLIED.
IF EXISTING ROOF IS BEING USED THESE STEPS DO NOT APPLY.

Warranty
What the Warranty Covers:
Americana Outdoors, Inc (Americana) warrants its products that have been installed in accordance with
the installation guidelines, under normal usage conditions, and with proper maintenance as follows:
Twenty-five (25) year limited warranty on steel against material failure and defects. Ten (10) year
warranty against peeling, cracking, blistering, or crazing of the surface finish of aluminum and steel
components. One (1) year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
Period of Coverage:
The warranty period begins on the date of original shipment.
What Americana Will Do To Correct Problems:
If defects or damage of the kind mentioned above should occur within the warranty period, Americana will
replace the defective parts only; FOB its plant at Salem, Illinois, upon receiving the written and
documented claim of purchaser.
What the Warranty Excludes:
Because of normal aging and weathering of materials, it may not be possible to perfectly match the colors
of original parts and replacement parts. Americana will not provide or pay for the installation of such
replacement parts. Americana shall not be responsible for weather related failures, damages due to faulty
installation, misuse or abuse of the product, or for consequential damages, including personal injuries or
property damages. There are no warranties, express or implied, which extend beyond the description on
the face hereof.
How Do You Get Service:
If you believe that you have a claim under this warranty, submit a copy of your original receipt or other
reasonable evidence of the date of purchase, the identity of the product, and photos and a description of
the allegedly defective product to the address below. Please also include your name, address, and phone
number so that a customer service representative can respond to your submission. Ultimate
determination of the existence and extent of any claimed defect under this warranty shall be made by
Americana in its sole discretion.
Submit Claims To:
Americana Outdoors, Inc Warranty Claim, P.O. Box 1290, Salem, IL, 62881
Effective Date: March 19, 2012
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P.O. Box 1290 ● #2 Industrial Drive
Salem Illinois 62881
Phone: [phone] ● Fax: [phone]
www.americana.com