vita The Fairfield User manual

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1. Rafters (5) 1 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 38" (3.8 x 11.4 x 96.5 cm)- 10838
2. Pergola End Caps (14) - 10700-1
3. Post Caps (4) - 10824
4. Right Posts (2) 4”x4”x 84" 10 x 10 x 213.4 cm) - 10792
5. Left Posts (2) 4”x4” x 84" - 10821
6. Post Trims (4) - 10737-1
7. Carrying Beams (2) 1 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 63 1/2" (3.8 x11.4 x 161.3 cm)- 10834-1
8. Side Panel Top-Rails (2) 1 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 31 5/8“ (3.8 x 3.8 x 80.3 cm)- 10822
9. Side Panel Vertical Spindles (10) 7/8” x 1 1/2” x 10 3/8” (2.2x 3.8 x 26.4 cm)-
10795
10. Side Panel Middle Rails (2) 1 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 31 5/8“ (3.8 x 3.8 x 80.3 cm)-
10823
11. Side Panel Square Lattices (2) 1/2” x 26 1/2” x 47 3/4” (1.3 x 64 x 118.7 cm)-
10793
12. Side Panel Horizontal Bottom Rails (2) 1 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 31 5/8" (3.8 x 3.8 x
80.3 cm)- 10794
13. 3" Stainless Steel Screws (for Rafters) (30) - 20007
14. Tube of Vinyl Glue - 20000
Tools You Will Need
• Hammer - Tape Measure - Level - Stool or Short Ladder - Shovel - 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.
The Faireld Arbor
Please read through before starting assembly.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT: CHECK THE INSIDE OF YOUR POSTS FOR ALLMATERIALS.
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V3.0/111220
80.5 in
50 in
86.5 in
58 in
77.75 in
10.25 in
24 in
32 in
58.5 in 82 in
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STEP ONE
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Assemble the Arbor Top
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STEP T WO
Insert the lattice into the bottom rail as shown.
Note: Bottom rail will have 7 holes on one side only
Insert the lattice assembly into the middle rail.
Note: Middle rail will have 7 holes on the bottom side and 5
holes onthe top
Insert the ve spindles into the top side of the middle rail.
Note: The middle rail will have 5 holes onone side only,
Slide the top rail over the lattice assembly.
Repeat for otherside panel.
Assemble the Side Panels
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share the space in the middle rail for lattice and spindles.
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Lay out the two carrying beams as illustrated with pre-
drilled holes facing up.
Position the ve rafters over the respective pre drilled holes
on the carrying beams as illustrated.
Note: The self-auguring screws will drill through the internal rib.
Keep the screw straight to drill through the internal rib.
Using the 3” screws fasten the five rafters to the carrying
beams.
Apply vinyl glue to the inside of the end cap and install
pergola end caps as illustrated.

STEP T WO
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STEP THREE
Set out one post and complete the side panel by inserting
the side panel assembly into the holes on the post. Push rails
until the tabs snap into place.
Repeat for the adjacent post.
Note that there is a Left and Right post. They are marked at
the top of the post.
Each side panel should have a Left and Right post.
Attach Side Panels to Posts
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STEP FOUR
Slide trim caps into place as illustrated.
If you purchasedthe Trim Kit, alsoslide the secondset of trim
caps and base moldings at this point.
Glue and insert post caps on top of posts as illustrated
Attach Trim Caps to Posts
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“R”
on underside of post top.
“L”
on underside of post top.

STEP FIVE
Move side panels to their nal location and adjust the opening
width to 50 in. (127 cm.).
Place the pre-assembled arbor top onto the post as illustrated.
Fasten the main carrying beams onto the posts using two screws
per side as illustrated .
Fasten the rafters to the posts using two screws per side as
illustrated.
Connect the Pergola Top to the Posts
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50 in.
127 cm.
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Note: To glue the post trims in place:
1. Slide the post trim down.
2. Apply a generousamount of
vinyl glue around the post.
3. Slide the post trim back up to
desired location and allow a few
minutes to cure.

Level
Move the arbor to its nal location (you will need a helper).
When you have identi ed the location of each post, mark the
positions of the ground and then move the arbor aside.
Excavate four holes approx 33 in. (83.8 cm.) deep. The location and
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xcavation of these four holes is the most critical step and should
be completed with care. The depth of these holes will allow the
post extension (if chosen as option) joint to be hidden 3 in.(7.6 cm.)
under the ground.
Carefully move the arbor back into position and level both
horizontal and vertically.
Backfill the holes with either gravel or cement .
Secure the inside of each post with one 3"(7.6 cm)
screw *for wood post installation only *
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Arbors must be well secured to prevent tipping over from
wind load, etc.
Into Earth with Concrete Footing (Option One)
(Assuming posts have been extended)
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(Posts have been extended with 4x4 Professional Post Extension Kit)
Shown with
Optional 4 x 4
Post Extensions
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(Measurements shown are inside to inside of posts)
36in.
91.4cm.
10 in.
25.4 cm.
50 in.
127 cm.
24 in.
61 cm.
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STEP SIX
Install the Arbor into the Ground
You have Three Options to Complete this Step.
(All purchasedseparately)
OPTIO N ONE - If Your Arbor:
• is going to be installed with fencing or a gate
• is located in ahigh wind or hurricane area
• is located in ground conditions that are not level
Consider Using:
A- 4x4 Professional PostExtension Kit
(30 in./76.2 cm. long), (Kit of 4)
• Purchase from Vita, www.wearevita.com
• Recommendedto be installed in concrete footings
• Follow instructions included with the kit
- or -
B - 4 x 4 x 3 1/2’ (106.7cm.) Long Wood Post (4)
• Purchase separate from your local lumberyard
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footing
OPT IO N T WO - If Your Arbor:
• is going to be installed onto pre-existing concrete or wood surface
Consider Using:
4x 4 Surface Mount Kit
•Purchase from local hardware store
• Follow instructions included with the kit
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3" (7.6 cm) screw
used to secure vinyl
post to wood post
*for wood post
installation only *