New England Arbors Westchester Arbor User manual

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1. Arch Keystones with Inserts(2)
2. Keystone Bottom Plate (2)
3. Arches (4)
4. Arch Rafters (8)
5. Side Panel Horizontal Rails (4)
6. Post Caps (4)
7. Posts (4)
8. Side Panel Vertical Spindles (8)
9. Side Panel Horizontal Spindles (10)
10. #8 x 2 1/2“ Stainless Steel Screws (24)
Tools You Will Need
• Hammer
• Tape Measure
• Level
• Stool or Short Ladder
• Shovel or Auger
• Cordless Drill
General Information
• Read Instructions through carefully before beginning assembly.
• When assembling components, place on a non-abrasive surface
(i.e. shipping box) to avoid scratching.
• We recommend an area approx 10’x 8’for unobstructed assembling.
• You should not need to use excessive force when assembling components.
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Please read through before starting assembly.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Install post caps by sliding them down over the arches until
the top of the cap sits ush to the top of the bottom routed
rafter hole (this is a temporary position).
Remove the top cap lid from the keystone.
Insert arches into arch keystone ensuring they terminate
ush to the internal connector.
Fasten the arch system to the keystone by installing the
screws into the 4 pre-drilled holesprovided.
Install the top cap on the arch keystone. Ensure keystone
cap is pushed down rmly so the cap locksinto position.
Repeat for other arch.
Insert arch rafters (8) into the holes on the arches until they
bottom out inside the arches. There are“locking tabs”located
at each end of these rafters that once inserted into the holes
will lockinto place.
Fit opposite arch system over rafters.
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Assemble the Arch System
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Layout the horizontal bottom rail and insert the four vertical
spindles.
Slide the ve horizontal spindles over the four vertical spindles.
Slide the horizontal top rail over the spindles to complete
the side panel.
Set out one post and complete the side panel by aligning and
inserting the horizontalspindles and rails into the post.
Layout the second post with holes facing upwards and insert
the completed panel.
Repeat for other panel.
Assemble the Side Panels
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NOTE: There are locking tabs located at the ends of both the
horizontal and vertical spindles, andthe arch rafters. Once
inserted and pushed into the routed holes, they will lock into place.
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NOTE: Orientate the pre-drilled screw holes on the posts
correctly when attaching to side panels.
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Layout the horizontal bottom rail and insert the four vertical
spindles.
Slide the ve horizontal spindles over the four vertical spindles.
Slide the horizontal top rail over the spindles to complete
the side panel.
Set out one post and complete the side panel by aligning and
inserting the horizontal spindles and rails into the post.
Layout the second post with holes facing upwards and insert
the completed panel.
Repeat for other panel.
Assemble the Side Panels
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NOTE: Orientate the pre-drilled screw holes on the posts
correctly when attaching to side panels.

STEP THREE
Move the side panels to theirnal location (you will need a helper).
When you have identied the locationof each post, as indicated
by the measurements on the rst page of these instructions,
mark the positions of the posts, then move the panels aside.
Excavate four holes approx 33”deep.The location and excavation
of these fourholes is the most critical step and should be
completed with care. The depth of these holes will allow the
post extension joint to be hidden 3” under the ground.
Carefully move the side panelsback into position and level
both horizontal and vertically.
Check your measurements to conrm posts are placed
correctly to receive arch system. THIS IS A CRITICIAL STEP.
Install the Side Panels
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Arbors must be wellsecured to prevent tipping over from
wind load, etc. Below we have provided two options for you
to extendthe posts andmount into a concrete footing.
Into Earth with Concrete Footing (Option One)
(Assuming posts have been extended)
* Do not backll the holes with cement at this stage.
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You have Three Options to Complete this Step.
(All purchased separately)
OPTION ONE -If Your Arbor:
• is going to be installed with fencing or a gate
• is located in a high wind or hurricane area
• is located in ground conditions that are not level
Consider Using:
A - 5x5 Professional Post Extension Kit (30”long), (Kit of 4)
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footings
• Follow instructions included with the kit
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B - 4 x4 x 32” Long Wood Post(4)
• Purchase separate from your local lumberyard
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footing
OPTIO N T WO - If Your Arbor:
• is intended to be usedas a stand alone garden accent or pathway
• is located on level ground
Consider Using:
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Instructions are included with the kit
OPTION THREE - If Your Arbor:
• is going to be installed onto pre-existing concrete or wood surface
Consider Using:
5x 5 Surface Mount Kit
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Follow instructions included with the kit
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STEP FOUR
With a helper insert the assembled arch system unto the
posts and s lide post caps down into position.
Install screws into the two pre-drilled holes per posts.
Connect the Arch System
to the Side Panels
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STEP FIVE
Ensure that postsand side panels are level.
Fill around the posts with wet cement within 3”of your
natural elevation.
Complete anal level check both horizontally and vertically.
and backll the remaining space between concrete and
natural elevation with topsoil.
Fill Excavated Holes
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