New England Arbors Nantucket Deluxe User manual

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1. Keystone Top Lid (2)
2. Arch Keystones (2)
3. Keystone Bottom Plate (2)
4. Arches (4)
5. Arch Rafters (8) 1 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 27.9"
6. Post Caps (4)
7. Side Panel Horizontal Rails (4) 1 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 21.75”
8. Sur-Fit Bracket for Side Panel Horizontals (8)
9. Side Panel Vertical Spindles (6) 7/8” x 1 1/2” x 49"
10. Side Panel Horizontal Spindles (14) 1/4” x 1 1/2” x 15.25"
11. Posts (4) 4’ x 4’x 65.5"
12. #8 x 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm.) Stainless Steel Screws (for Sur-Fit Brackets) (24)
13. #8 x 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm.) Stainless Steel Screws (for Keystone and
Arch to Post Connection) (16)
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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94.1 in.
239 cm. 94.1 in.
239 cm.
65.6 in.
166.7 cm.
22.0 in.
55.9 cm.
30.0 in.
76.2 cm.
51.8 in.
131.5 cm.
59.8 in.
151.8 cm.
IMPORTANT: CHECK THE INSIDE OF YOUR POSTS FOR ALL MATERIALS.
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STEP ONE
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Insert arches into arch keystone ensuring they terminate
flush to the internal connector.
Fasten the top of the arches to the keystone insert by
installing 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm.) screws into the two flanges on
either side of the top of the insert.
Invert the arch system and install two screws 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm.)
from the bottom of the keystone into the two flanges on
either side of the bottom of the insert. This will connect the
bottom of the arches to the insert.
Seal the bottom hole on keystone by inserting the bottom
plate as provided.
Install the top cap on the arch keystone. Ensure keystone
cap is pushed down firmly so the cap locks into 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 lock into place.
Fit opposite arch system over rafters.
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NOTE: There are locking tabs located at the ends of each
rafter. Once inserted and pushed into the routed holes, they
will lock into place and cannot be removed.
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STEP TWO
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STEP TWO
Insert the horizontal spindles into the middle verticle spindle
(holes on both sides).
Slide the two outer vertical spindles into position as illustrated .
Layout the bottom horizontal rail and insert the vertical
spindles.
Slide top horizontal rail into position.
Repeat for other panel.
Assemble the Side Panels
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STEP THREE
Attach Sur-Fit Brackets
Attach Sur-Fit Brackets (using small screws) onto posts using the
pre-drilled holes as guides. Single hole on the side of brackets
to face down.
Set out one post and slide the assembled side panel into.
Fasten horizontal rails into Sur-Fit Brackets using small screws.
L ayout the opposite post and insert the finished side panel
with post connected.
Fasten horizontal rails into Sur-Fit Brackets using small screws.
Repeat for other side panel.
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NOTE: Prior to installing Sur-Fit Brackets, insert a wood 4x4 post
approximately 5 ft. (152.4 cm.) up the inside of vinyl cavity
[purchase 4x4x8 to accomodate 3 ft. (91.45 cm.) in the ground]
if you intend to hang a gate, attach a fence or are located in a
high wind area.

STEP FOUR
Move the side panels to their final location (you will need a helper).
When you have identified the location of each post, as indicated
by the measurements onthe first page of these instructions,
mark the positions of the posts, then move the panels aside.
Excavate four holesapprox 33 in.(83.8 cm.) deep. The location and
e xcavation of these four holes is the mostcritical step and should
be completed with care. The depth of these holes will allow the
post extension(if chosen asoption) joint to be hidden 3 in.(7.6 cm.)
under the ground.
Carefully move the side panels back into position and level
both horizontal and vertically.
Check your measurements to confirm 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.
Into Earth with Concrete Footing (Option One)
(Assuming posts have been extended)
* Do not backfill the holes with cement at this stage.
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You have Three Options to Complete this Step.
(All purchasedseparately)
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 - 4x4
Professional Post Extension Kit (30 in./76.2 cm.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 8 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 astand alone garden accent or pathway
• is located on level ground
Consider Using:
4x 4 Aussie Augers (Kit of 4)
• 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:
4x 4 Surface Mount Kit
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Follow instructions included with the kit
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(Posts have been extended with4x4 Professional Post Extension Kit)
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Level
(Measurements shown are inside to inside of posts)
33 in.
83.8 cm.
10 in.
25.4 cm.
51.8 in.
131.6 cm.
22 in.
55.9 cm.

STEP FIVE
Temporarily position post caps on bottoms of arches.
With a helper, insert the bottom of the arches into the
posts until the arch rest on the stopper bolts.
Slide post caps down into position.
Install long screws into the two pre-drilled holes per posts.
Connect the Arch System
to the Side Panels
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STEP SIX
Ensure that posts and side panels are level.
Fill around the posts with wet cement within 3 in. (7.6 cm.)
of your natural elevation.
Complete a final level check both horizontally and vertically.
and backfill the remaining space between concrete and
natural elevation with topsoil.
Fill Excavated Holes
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