GIBRALTAR FGDORD2G Steel Fascia Gutter Installation Guide

June 9, 2024
Gibraltar

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Installation Guide

Preparation: Measure and mark with a chalk line

Remove old gutters and inspect fascia board and metal dri p edge, repair or replace the fascia/drip edge if needed. Tack a string to the fascia board 4 or 5 inches below the root line so that it is straight, level and taut Drop one end of the string 1/4 inch per 10 ft, sloping toward downspout.

Assemble Gutter Sections

Begin assembling your gutter system on the ground starting at end furthest from the down­spout_ Adhere an end cap to the first piece of gutter, then join gutter sections using slip connec­tors secured with screws or pop rivets.
Waterprod all joins with sealant, and secure with screws or poprivets.

Hang Gutters onto the Fascia

Locate and mark the end of each rafter m the fascia board (Typically 24 inches). Use one of the following methods to hang your gutter. Be sure that the drip edge hangs into the gutter and not behind it.

Attach Mitres, Drop Outlets and Downspouts

Attach mitres to fascia board at the corners. Connect mitres to gutter with slip connectors. Secure with screws or pop rivets. Apply sealant to the inside seams to protect against leaks. Connect elbows (a) and downspout (13) with thecrimped ends pointing dawn. Secure the joints with screws fc). Attach the downspout to the outlet then attach an elbow at the bottom to direct rainwater away from the foundation. Fasten downspout snugly to the wall with downspout bands. Use 2 downspout bands for each 8-10 foot section of downspout. Gutter material has sharp edges.
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