New England Arbors Fairfield Grande Arbor User manual

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Assembly & Mounting Instructions
Fairfield Grande Arbor
- Read instructions through carefully before
beginning assembly.
- Identify each component from material list.
- When assembling components, place on a
non-abrasive surface to avoid scratches.
- Do not use excessive force when assembling
components.
- In the event of missing or defective parts,
please call our customer service department
General Information:
- Cordless drill & #2 Robertson bit
- Tape measure
- Level
- Shovel
- Pencil
Tools Required:
- Aussie Auger mounting kit (Sold Separately).
-
- 4” sq. treated wood posts.
- Pre-mix concrete (recommended for added stability,
especially when attaching a gate).
Materials Included:
Materials (Optional):
Lay the arbor down and slip the base moldings onto the bottom
of each post as illustrated. Slide each base molding up the post
until it hits the bottom rail. Each base molding will later rest at
ground level once installation is complete. If you have not purchased the
optional trim kit, please disregard this step.
If you don’t have arbor mounts, insert 4x4 treated posts inside
the vinyl posts and fasten using four screws per post (not
included). Again, we recommend a min. of 24” of ground
allowance to provide a secure footing.
If you have any questions concerning the assembly or installation of this product and require assistance, please call our Customer service
department at 1-800-282-9346 (ext.#20), Weekdays from 8:00 am. to 4:00 pm. Eastern standard time.
If you have any comments or suggestions about our product or service, please let us know! Call: 1-800-282-9346 (ext.#24). or E-mail:
[email protected]
To learn more about us, visit us on the web at: www.newenglandarbors.com
Questions ? :
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With assistance, set the arbor into the holes and verify the
spacing between the posts. At this time you may need to adjust
the depths of the holes. Using a level, check the posts on each
side and adjust as needed.
Place your arbor in the desired location and check the distances
between posts as shown in (Fig. 2) on the front cover. Mark post
locations on the ground. Note: If you have purchased our Arbor
mounts, please refer to their instructions to complete the
installation. If not, dig holes in the marked locations. For the pro
model, holes will need to be 36” deep. For the standard model,
we recommend a min. depth of 24” to provide a secure footing.
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Use the level to check the top assembly for plum. Once you are
satisfied with the orientation, fill in the holes. We recommend
using concrete for this, especially if you have plans to attach a
gate to your arbor. Finally, slide each base molding down to
ground level if required.
1 4” sq. x 84” (Std) or 120” (Pro) Posts
2 1 3/4” sq. x 31 5/8” Top rails
3 1 3/4” sq. x 31 5/8” Middle rails
4 1 3/4” sq. x 27” Bottom rails
5 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 94” Beams
6 4” sq. Post insert caps
7 4” sq. Trim caps
8 23 3/4” x 48” Square lattice
9 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 38” Cross filters
10 7/8” x 1 1/2” x 10 3/8” Spindles
11 45 3/8” Lattice channels
12 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” Pergola end caps
13 Hardware kit (Includes):
1 1/2” Self-tapping screws
3” Self-tapping screws
Tube of vinyl cement
- Trim kit (sold separately).
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(Fig. 1)
Product dimensions & part
identification.
80”
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Post layout for installation.
24”
Opening
Ver 1.07
Part 4
Part 8
Part 2
Part 6
Part 7
Part 3
Part 9
Part 1
Part 10
Part 11
Part 5
86”
32”
55”
111”
88”
80”
78 1/2”
Part 12

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Place the remaining cross filters onto the beams, making sure
they are evenly spaced. The distance between the cross filters
should be approx. 13 1/2”. Fasten each one in place as shown in
step 8.
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Lay out the two 94” beams (part 5) parallel to one another.
Measure 1 1/4” and 2 3/4” in from each end of both beams and
put a mark. Place two of the cross filters (part 9) onto each end
of the beams, and position them between the marks. This creates
the basic “frame” of the top assembly.
Making sure the “frame” is square, fasten the cross filters to the
beams as illustrated using one 3” screw for each end. Note: do
not over tighten the screws when fastening the beams or filters.
This could cause the vinyl to crack.
Place the top of each side panel between the beams and against
the outside cross filters of the top assembly. Keep the top of the
posts flush with the top edge of the beam (Note: for added head
clearance, shift the beam up). Secure the beam and adjacent
cross filter to the post using a total of four 3” screws. Repeat this
on the opposite side, then flip the entire assembly over and
secure the two remaining posts in the same manner.
Apply a bead of vinyl cement to the inside lip of each post insert
cap (part 6). Slip the caps into the top end of each post as
illustrated. Allow a few minutes for the cement to cure.
Stand the arbor up. Apply a bead of vinyl cement to inside lip of
each pergola end cap (part 12). Push each cap firmly onto the
ends of each beam and cross filter. Again, allow a few minutes
for the cement to cure.
Lay out one of the posts (part 1) and center the lattice channel
(part 11) between two of the holes in the post. Using three 1 1/2”
screws, fasten the channel to the post at both ends and in the
middle. Repeat this for the remaining posts. Note: all screws are
self-tapping and require no pre-drilling. If you have difficulty
getting them started, drill a small pilot hole (no larger than
1/16”)
Insert the bottom rail (part 4) into the bottom hole, making sure
the groove in the rail is facing the lattice channel. Push the rail
in past the locking tab.
Assemble the top rail (part 2) middle rail (part 3) and five of the
spindles (part 10) as illustrated. Insert the assembly into the top
holes in the post and push in past the locking tabs. Again, make
sure the groove in the middle rail is facing the channel.
Slip the lattice (part 8) into the grooves between the middle and
bottom rails. Slide the lattice down to the post and into the
lattice channel. Note: make sure the spindles are pushed fully
into the top rail to ensure the lattice does not catch on them.
Once the lattice is in the channel, hold it in place and pull up on
the bottom and middle rails until they catch on the tabs inside
the post.
Holding the lattice in place, flip the panel over onto one of the
other posts. Insert the rail ends into the holes, and carefully
guide the lattice into the lattice channel. Make sure the rail ends
are pushed in past the locking tabs. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for
the opposite side panel.
Slip two of the trim caps (part 7) over the top of each post as
illustrated. Slide the first one down until it sits just above the top
rail. Slide the second one down approx. 6”. If you haven’t purchased the
optional trim kit, you will only have one trim cap per post.

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Place the remaining cross filters onto the beams, making sure
they are evenly spaced. The distance between the cross filters
should be approx. 13 1/2”. Fasten each one in place as shown in
step 8.
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Lay out the two 94” beams (part 5) parallel to one another.
Measure 1 1/4” and 2 3/4” in from each end of both beams and
put a mark. Place two of the cross filters (part 9) onto each end
of the beams, and position them between the marks. This creates
the basic “frame” of the top assembly.
Making sure the “frame” is square, fasten the cross filters to the
beams as illustrated using one 3” screw for each end. Note: do
not over tighten the screws when fastening the beams or filters.
This could cause the vinyl to crack.
Place the top of each side panel between the beams and against
the outside cross filters of the top assembly. Keep the top of the
posts flush with the top edge of the beam (Note: for added head
clearance, shift the beam up). Secure the beam and adjacent
cross filter to the post using a total of four 3” screws. Repeat this
on the opposite side, then flip the entire assembly over and
secure the two remaining posts in the same manner.
Apply a bead of vinyl cement to the inside lip of each post insert
cap (part 6). Slip the caps into the top end of each post as
illustrated. Allow a few minutes for the cement to cure.
Stand the arbor up. Apply a bead of vinyl cement to inside lip of
each pergola end cap (part 12). Push each cap firmly onto the
ends of each beam and cross filter. Again, allow a few minutes
for the cement to cure.
Lay out one of the posts (part 1) and center the lattice channel
(part 11) between two of the holes in the post. Using three 1 1/2”
screws, fasten the channel to the post at both ends and in the
middle. Repeat this for the remaining posts. Note: all screws are
self-tapping and require no pre-drilling. If you have difficulty
getting them started, drill a small pilot hole (no larger than
1/16”)
Insert the bottom rail (part 4) into the bottom hole, making sure
the groove in the rail is facing the lattice channel. Push the rail
in past the locking tab.
Assemble the top rail (part 2) middle rail (part 3) and five of the
spindles (part 10) as illustrated. Insert the assembly into the top
holes in the post and push in past the locking tabs. Again, make
sure the groove in the middle rail is facing the channel.
Slip the lattice (part 8) into the grooves between the middle and
bottom rails. Slide the lattice down to the post and into the
lattice channel. Note: make sure the spindles are pushed fully
into the top rail to ensure the lattice does not catch on them.
Once the lattice is in the channel, hold it in place and pull up on
the bottom and middle rails until they catch on the tabs inside
the post.
Holding the lattice in place, flip the panel over onto one of the
other posts. Insert the rail ends into the holes, and carefully
guide the lattice into the lattice channel. Make sure the rail ends
are pushed in past the locking tabs. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for
the opposite side panel.
Slip two of the trim caps (part 7) over the top of each post as
illustrated. Slide the first one down until it sits just above the top
rail. Slide the second one down approx. 6”. If you haven’t purchased the
optional trim kit, you will only have one trim cap per post.

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Part # Description Quantity
14
Assembly & Mounting Instructions
Fairfield Grande Arbor
- Read instructions through carefully before
beginning assembly.
- Identify each component from material list.
- When assembling components, place on a
non-abrasive surface to avoid scratches.
- Do not use excessive force when assembling
components.
- In the event of missing or defective parts,
please call our customer service department
General Information:
- Cordless drill & #2 Robertson bit
- Tape measure
- Level
- Shovel
- Pencil
Tools Required:
- Aussie Auger mounting kit (Sold Separately).
-
- 4” sq. treated wood posts.
- Pre-mix concrete (recommended for added stability,
especially when attaching a gate).
Materials Included:
Materials (Optional):
Lay the arbor down and slip the base moldings onto the bottom
of each post as illustrated. Slide each base molding up the post
until it hits the bottom rail. Each base molding will later rest at
ground level once installation is complete. If you have not purchased the
optional trim kit, please disregard this step.
If you don’t have arbor mounts, insert 4x4 treated posts inside
the vinyl posts and fasten using four screws per post (not
included). Again, we recommend a min. of 24” of ground
allowance to provide a secure footing.
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With assistance, set the arbor into the holes and verify the
spacing between the posts. At this time you may need to adjust
the depths of the holes. Using a level, check the posts on each
side and adjust as needed.
Place your arbor in the desired location and check the distances
between posts as shown in (Fig. 2) on the front cover. Mark post
locations on the ground. Note: If you have purchased our Arbor
mounts, please refer to their instructions to complete the
installation. If not, dig holes in the marked locations. For the pro
model, holes will need to be 36” deep. For the standard model,
we recommend a min. depth of 24” to provide a secure footing.
17
Use the level to check the top assembly for plum. Once you are
satisfied with the orientation, fill in the holes. We recommend
using concrete for this, especially if you have plans to attach a
gate to your arbor. Finally, slide each base molding down to
ground level if required.
1 4” sq. x 84” (Std) or 120” (Pro) Posts
2 1 3/4” sq. x 31 5/8” Top rails
3 1 3/4” sq. x 31 5/8” Middle rails
4 1 3/4” sq. x 27” Bottom rails
5 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 94” Beams
6 4” sq. Post insert caps
7 4” sq. Trim caps
8 23 3/4” x 48” Square lattice
9 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” x 38” Cross filters
10 7/8” x 1 1/2” x 10 3/8” Spindles
11 45 3/8” Lattice channels
12 1 1/2” x 5 1/2” Pergola end caps
13 Hardware kit (Includes):
1 1/2” Self-tapping screws
3” Self-tapping screws
Tube of vinyl cement
- Trim kit (sold separately).
4
2
2
2
2
4
4
2
7
10
4
18
12
30
1
(Fig. 1)
Product dimensions & part
identification.
80”
(Fig. 2)
Post layout for installation.
24”
Opening
Ver 1.07
Part 4
Part 8
Part 2
Part 6
Part 7
Part 3
Part 9
Part 1
Part 10
Part 11
Part 5
86”
32”
55”
111”
88”
80”
78 1/2”
Part 12