vita Athens Trellis User manual

1. Post Caps (3) 1.5” (4 cm) Square - 10600 White / 14066 Composite
2. Arches (2) 1.5“ (4 cm) Square - 10847 White / 14074 Composite
3. Top Long Spindles (2) Length 21.89” (55.6 cm) - 10848 White / 14075 Composite
4. Top Short Spindles (2) Length 19.1“ (48.5 cm) - 10849 White / 14076 Composite
5. Top Rail (1) Length - 38.73” (98 cm)- 10850 White / 14077 Composite
6. Left Post (1) Length 57“ (145 cm) - 10851 White / 14078 Composite
7. Right Post (1) Length 57“ (145 cm) - 10852 White / 14091 Composite
8. Vertical Spindles (4) Length 47.36” (120 cm) - 10853 White / 14079 Composite
9. Center Vertical Spindle (1) Length 47.36” (120 cm) - 11199 White / 14110 Composite
10. Horizontal Spindles (5) Length 38.73“ (98 cm) - 10854 White / 14080 Composite
11. Bottom Rail (1) Length 38.73” (98 cm) - 10850 White / 14081 Composite
12. Ground Mounting Extensions (2) Length 18“ (45.7 cm) - 10856 White / 14073 Composite
13. 5/8” (16 mm) Self-Auguring Stainless Steel Screw (24) - 20016 White / 20030 Composite
Tools You Will Need
• Cordless Drill
• Hammer
• Tape Measure
• Level
• Shovel
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 5’x 8’ (1.5 m x 2.4 m) for unobstructed assembling.
•You should not need to use excessive force when assembling component.
The Athens / Savannah Trellis
Please read through before starting assembly.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Not to Scale
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IMPORTANT: CHECK THE INSIDE OF YOUR POSTS FOR ALL MATERIALS.
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In the event of missing or defective parts please call our customer service dept. at 1 800 282 9346 (Mon. to Fri. 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST).
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36 in
(91 cm)
39 in
(99 cm)
54.7 in (139 cm)
22.5 in (57 cm)
7 in (18 cm)
47.7 in (121 cm)
77.2 in (196 cm)
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Lay one of the posts on the ground and insert the bottom
rail and the five horizontal spindles as shown aside.
Note that the bottom and top rails are different - the bottom
rail only has one side with routed holes.
Insert the five vertical spindles as shown aside. Make sure
to weave the spindles as they are being inserted.
Please note that there is one center spindle with a ‘spear
head’ and shouldbe placed in the middle.
Continue assembly by inserting the top railend into the
post and progressively into eachof the vertical spindles.
proceed to attach the second post to the trellis assembly
as shown below. Ensure tabs are inserted all the way into
the post.
Insert the top arches into the post caps as shown.
Note that there is a sticker on each of the arches indicating
the top of the arch.
Fasten the post caps to the arches using the eight screws
provided.
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STEP ONE
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NOTE: There are locking tabs located at the ends of the
horizontal rails. Once inserted and pushed into the routed
holes, they will lock into place.
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Bottom rail
(only routed
on one side)
Spear Head
Insert 1st
Sticker
The Athens / Savannah Trellis
Note: Length to
bottom is longer
than top.
7 in
(18 cm)
2.25 in
(6 cm)

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STEP T WO
Install the Top Arch
Insert the arch spindles to the openings on the top rail.
Note that there are two different sizes of spindles and should
be inserted as shown aside.
Align the four spindles into the bottom of the arch while
simultaneously inserting the arch assembly to the posts.
Excessive force shouldnot be neccesary.
Fasten the arch assembly to the posts using the screws
provided in the hardware kit.
Finish the trellis assembly by fastening the posts to the
top and bottom rails as shown.
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Short Spindle
Short Spindle
Long Spindle
Long Spindle
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Move the trellis to its final location. When you are satisfied with
the loc ation,mark the positions of the posts,then move the trellis
aside and lay it carefully on it’s side. Excavate the 2 post holes
approximately 12" (30 cm) deep x 6" (15 cm) diameter. Carefully
move the trellis back into position.
Level it both vertically and horizontally into the excavated holes.
Backfill the holeswith the excavated soil.
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Mounting Into the Ground
Trellises must be well secured in the event of high winds, etc. We
have provided two ground mounting extensions for securing the
trellis either into the ground or into a concrete footing. If
you are installing your trellis directly to the wall of your home, or on a
wood deck or concrete surface, please see your hardware store for the
appropriate galvanized bracket hardware.
STEP THREE
Ins tall the Ground Mounting Extensions
Insert the ground mounting extensions into the bottom of the
trellis posts. Secure with screws as shown aside.
STEP FOUR
Install Trellis into Ground
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12” (30 cm)
Level
6“
(15 cm)
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