Novi Random Rock Installation
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Always begin the installation from left to right and make sure that a wall is completed before beginning a new one.
Always begin at the lowest part of the structure.
Standard Installation |
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| 1. Always nail in the center of the slot at intervals of 16“(40,6cm). |
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2. Never hammer the nail in completely. Leave a gap of
1/16“(0,16cm). |
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| 3. Make sure that all pieces are proprely joined together. |
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4. When using j-trim, leave a space of 3/16“(0,48cm) between
the trim and the siding. |
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Installation Steps |
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| 1. Install the starter strip at the lowest point of the structure so that it is set a maximum of 1 1/2’’ (3,81cm) from the corner wall. Ensure it is perfectly straight and square. Nail down every 12’’ (30,48cm). It is recommended to use galvanized roofing nails that will penetrate the solid surface to a depth of 1 1/2’’ (3,81cm). For concrete, use 3/16’’ (0,48cm) dia. round head self-drilling screws (e.g. tapcon®) that will penetrate the concrete to a depth of at least 1’’ (2,54cm). Take into account the thickness of |
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2. Cut the left side of the panel in a straight line. Insert panel
into starter strip and slide it in the J-trim corner. When using
decorative corners, place the panel at 3 1/2’’(8,89cm) from the
wall edge. Measure the wall length to determine where to cut
your first panel in order to avoid having a very small piece at the
right end of the wall. When using decorative corners: Read installation
instructionsfor corners to ascertain proper distance of cut from end of wall. |
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| 3. After positionning each panel at the proper spacing, nail in
the center hole (the panel will move evenly in both directions
in case of retraction or expansion). If the panel is installed on a
furring wall, a furring strip is required behind this hole.
N.B. If a piece of a panel does not have the initial center hole
directly in the middle, drill a new center hole of 1/8“ (0,32cm)
diameter at the same height as the other installation holes
Each full panel should use a minimum of 5 nails. |
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Panel with single temperature line
4. Install the following panel by hooking it into the starter strip
and sliding over the previous panel. Make sure that the tabs on
both sides are locked together and spaced equally. If installed at
outdoor temperature over 40 ºF (5 ºC), slide panel to the stoppers
(located at the rear panel). When resistance is felt, do not force
insertion of part. Use the reference line to confirm the position.
If installed at outdoor temperature under 40 ºF (5 ºC), adjust the
panel to the temperature line indicated. |
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Panel with multiple temperature lines
4.1. Install the following panel by hooking it into the starter
strip and sliding over the previous panel. Make sure that the tabs
on both sides are locked together and spaced equally. Refer to
vertical lines that show the outside temperature the closest to
that during installation. |
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5. Start the second row by cutting the first panel with
16’’(40,6cm) increment from the cuttinf line of the first row.
Slide the hooks located at the bottom of the panel into the top
of the previously installed row. Proceed with this row
and subsequent ones following steps 3 and 4 taking care with
each new row to alternate the position of the cut on the first
panel. Be sure to finish one wall before beginning another. |
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| 6. For the last row or places where you may need to attach
siding other than in installation holes at a concealed spot on
the panel use a knife to create new slots 3/8”(0,96cm);
the slot must be wider than the nail but not as wide as the nail
head. Although not set in installation holes, this type of cutting
will allow the expansion/contraction movement. |
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Installing Novi Random Rock Corners |
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| Use the picture above to determine the corner type you
have in possession and read the relevant sections.
Corner without base sections 7 to 10; corner with base sections 11 to 14 |
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7. The installation of corners begins once you have completed
two adjacent walls.
- N.B. For proper installation and optimal corner appearance,
make sure that the ends of siding panels finish at 3 1/2“(8,89cm)
from the corner of the wall and at an equivalent height. |
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| 8. For the first corner, insert the hooks into the starter strip
(G.1) and be sure to overlap the ends of each row’s panels. Fold
back the top of the part toward the corner of the wall (G.2),
then nail through the oblong holes (G.3). |
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9. For all subsequent corners, insert the hooks into the openings
of the previous corner. Fold back the top of the corner toward the
wall, then nail through the oblong holes. Repeat this step to the
top of the wall. |
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| 10. For the last corner only, cut excess from part. On each side
of the corner, make a hole wider than the shaft of the nail, but
smaller than the head. Affix a nailing strip behind these locations
to fasten corners firmly. Fold back the top of the corner and nail
it down. |
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Corners with base |
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11. Installation of these decorative corners may begin after you
have finished installing the starter strips on the two adjacent
walls.
- N.B. To ensure optimal installation and appearance, make sure
that starter strips of both adjacent walls are at the same height.
Install a first corner base on corners of two adjacent walls.
Leave a space of about 1/4’’ (0,64cm) between the bottom of
the corner base and the starter strip. (Figure J.1) Slide in the
first panels of a row at a distance of 3/16’’ (0,48cm) from the
corner base. This will allow for movement caused by expansion
or contraction of the material. (Figure J.2) |
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12. Before beginning the next row, check (without attaching
the facing) if the height of the corner is level to that of the
coverings. It is normal for mortar lines not to line up, but line up
the bottom of pieces. Fasten corner facings completely
only after the two adjacent walls have been completed. |
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| 13. Install the next corner base by sliding it over the first until
it is supported by it. Fasten the corner base on the
corner of the wall and begin the second row. Repeat up to the
top of the wall taking care that |
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14. Once all walls have been completed, fasten the corner
facings onto their bases.
Tip: Firmly position the clips in their sockets and push evenly
with both hands on the front edge of the corner.
- If you need to set the siding at an area other than the oblong
nail hole, at a concealed spot on the panel, drill a hole larger
than the nail body but smaller than the nail head to permit retraction/
expansion
* Do not set accessories directly on the siding. The fasteners
must be fixed on a solid surface. |
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