Gibraltar Building Products DC-RBR Operating instructions

Gibraltar Building Products
Brand
Gibraltar Building Products
Model
DC-RBR
Type
Operating instructions
1. FRIEZE RUNNER - Top edge of runner channel must
be level and aligned with the bottom surface of the fascia
board. Using nailing flange of channel, nail and install along the entire length
of the wall surface. If installing soffit panels over existing wood soffits, soffit
‘J’ channel can be used in place of frieze runner and double channel.
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2. SOFFIT PANELS - Slide into frieze runner channel. Secure to under edge of
fascia board using nails in panel grooves.
Continue panel installation for entire length of the wall.
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3. DOUBLE-CHANNEL - To join panels at corners, cut double channel to fit
and match angle when positioned diagonally from frieze channel to corner of
fascia board.
CAUTION! - Sofit & Fascia products have sharp edges!
Handle with care. Always use protective eyewear, gloves
and appropriate clothing.
ALWAYS USE PROFESSIONAL FALL PROTECTION when working over 6 feet
above grade - See Appleton Building Products for a Rooftop Safety Kit
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4. FASCIA - Begin at the corner, position to the underside of soffit panels,
pre-drill (align with soffit grooves) and nail through bottom lip of fascia trim
every 36 inches along bottom edge of fascia board
Never ‘face nail’ fascia. Do not drive nails tight – fascia must be ‘hung’ to allow expansion and help
prevent distortion. Allow at least 1 inch overlap of fascia where lengths meet.
BEND
CUT
1"
36 in.
TOOLS
TRIM NAILS
LEVEL
TAPE MEASURE
HAMMER SNIPS DRILL
SQUARE CHALK LINE
Use aluminum or stainless steel trim nails.
Ordinary galvanized steel nails will cause
premature corrosion.
Use Appleton color matched nails for a
professional job.
Refer to local building and safety codes before starting work. Obtain
professional advice for any applications not covered in these guidelines.
Frieze
Runner
1905 W. Haskel St., Appleton, WI 54914 • 800-558-3414 • www.appletonsupply.com
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
SOFFIT & FASCIA
HIP ROOF
(4-way overhang)
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2
BEND
CUT
1"
3
4
1. FRIEZE RUNNER - Top edge of runner channel must be level and aligned
with the bottom surface of the fascia board. Using nailing flange of channel,
nail and install along the entire length of the wall surfaces and up to gable
peak on side wall
2. GABLE END SOFFIT PANELS - Start at the base of the gable end and work
up to the peak from each side, as far as full panels will fit. Slide panels into
channel and secure to under edge of fascia board. It may be necessary to cut
a panel, bend to match peak angle and rebend edges to make interlocking
jointings. Slide peak panel into position and nail.
3. FASCIA TRIM - Beginning at corners, cut and bend to form box. With box in
position , pre-drill (align with soffit grooves) and nail through bottom lip of
fascia trim every 36 inches along bottom edge of fascia board. Never ‘face
nail’ fascia. Do not drive nails tight - fascia must be ‘hung’, to allow expansion
and help prevent distortion.
4. FINISH TRIM - Allow at least 1inch overlap of fascia where lengths meet.
Cover balance of gable end with fascia trim and cut to make overlap joint at
peak. Use drip edge or trim coil to cover and finish top edge of fascia trim.
CAUTION! - Sofit & Fascia products have sharp edges!
Handle with care. Always use protective eyewear, gloves
and appropriate clothing.
ALWAYS USE PROFESSIONAL FALL PROTECTION when working over 6 feet
above grade - See Appleton Building Products for a Rooftop Safety Kit
TOOLS
TRIM NAILS
LEVEL
TAPE MEASURE
HAMMER SNIPS DRILL
SQUARE CHALK LINE
Use aluminum or stainless steel trim nails.
Ordinary galvanized steel nails will cause
premature corrosion.
Use Appleton color matched nails for a
professional job.
Refer to local building and safety codes before starting work. Obtain
professional advice for any applications not covered in these guidelines.
Frieze
Runner
1905 W. Haskel St., Appleton, WI 54914 • 800-558-3414 • www.appletonsupply.com
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
SOFFIT & FASCIA GABLE END ROOF
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Gibraltar Building Products DC-RBR Operating instructions

Gibraltar Building Products
Brand
Gibraltar Building Products
Model
DC-RBR
Type
Operating instructions
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