FREEDOM Newport 3×8 Decorative Panel Installation Guide
- June 7, 2024
- FREEDOM
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FREEDOM Newport 3x8 Decorative Panel Installation Guide
WARNING:
- Improper installation of this product can result in personal injury. Always wear safety goggles when cutting, drilling and assembling the product.
- Incorrect installation may cause harm to the product or individual. NOTICE:
- DO NOT attempt to assemble the kit if parts are missing or damaged.
- DO NOT return the product to the store, for assistance or replacement parts call: 1-800-336-2383.
TOOLS/MATERIALS NEEDED:
INSTALLATION
[1] Fence Location:
Mark the fence location using string and line stakes (Fig. 1).
[2] Post Location:
Measure the width of the fence panel (X) plus 3/8″ for brackets. Then measure
the width of the post (Y) (Fig. 2). Add these measurements together. This is
the on-center measurement for post hole location.
[3] Post Installation:
Dig first two post holes 10″ in diameter down to your specified frost line.
Insert filler/gravel into the bottom of both holes and then set first post in
post holes. Add wet or dry concrete mix according to the manufacturer’s
instruction to the top of the hole for first post only and level it. Example:
When your frost line is 36″ insert 12″ of gravel/filler and 24″ of post with
concrete surrounding.
Diameters based on post size:
10″ for 5″ x 5″
post 8″ for 4″ x 4″ post
[4] Rail Bracket Location:
a. If you are installing with Set & Secure™ Bracket Kit, measure 73/4″ down
from the top center of the post and mark it. This is the location for the Set
screw (Fig. 4). Pre-drill and install Set screws as anchors to hang the panel
from. Set screws are only needed for top rail brackets.
b. If you are installing with aluminum brackets, measure down 7″ from the top center of the post and mark it. This location marks the top of the top aluminum bracket. Measure remaining rails and mark for the respective bracket locations (Fig. 5). For more details, see aluminum bracket instructions.
[5] Add Set & Secure™ Brackets to Panels:
Slide brackets onto each rail of the panel. Pre-drill and secure with provided
screws (Fig. 6).
[6] Hang Panel With Set & Secure™ Brackets:
Hang the panel on the screws between the posts. To help stabilize the panel,
use wood spacer blocks under panel and check alignment with a level (Fig. 7).
[7] Attach Panel With Set & Secure™ Brackets:
Next, install the remaining screws for the brackets into the posts (Fig. 8).
[8] Finishing Covers for Set & Secure™ Brackets:
Add decorative bracket covers to all brackets installed (Fig. 9). Attach post
tops to posts with glue (Fig. 10).
NOTE:
*Varied Terrain Installation:
The Set screw position and post heights may require adjustment depending on
your varied terrain (Fig. 11).
BARRETTE OUTDOOR LIVING
7830 FREEWAY CIRCLE
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OHIO 44130
TEL: 800-336-2383 •
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Freedomproduct.com/warranty.
You can also contact 1.888.418.4400 or write to Freedom Outdoor Living, 7830
Freeway Circle, Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130 to obtain a copy of the
warranty.
References
- Fencing, Railing & Accents - Freedom Outdoor Living for Lowes
- Freedomproduct.com/warranty
- Aluminum & Vinyl Fence, Aluminum Rail, Yard Accents - Freedom Outdoor Living for Lowes