AMERICANA ALUMA-VENT Manuel utilisateur

Before You Begin:

 Consult your local building department for any required permits

You may be required to obtain a building permit for this structure. Contact your local building department

for details.

 Read instructions thoroughly

Please read all instructions and notes carefully prior to assembly. Americana is not responsible for replacing

parts lost or damaged due to incorrect assembly.

 A solid attachment is required for all existing structures

All points of attachment to existing structures (such as house, deck, or patio) must be into solid, structurally

sound, and secure material. Example: wood or metal studs, joists, headers, plates, or sills.

Attachment may be made to block, concrete, brick, or stone veneer with suitable anchors, purchased

separately. Note: Failure to properly fasten unit to wall, deck, porch, or patio may result in damage to the

unit, damage to the structure it is attached to, and could cause serious bodily injury.

 Check for all parts

Use the Parts and Hardware List to check for any missing parts. To prevent scratching of painted materials,

place on a tarp or other protective material.

 Assistance may be required during certain steps of assembly.

CAUTION

 Proper site preparation is required.

 Standard shade structure design does not include additional loads such as hanging heavy plants,

swings, or other objects.

 DO NOT stand or sit on the shade structure roof.

 Repair or replace broken parts immediately.

 This kit contains parts with metal edges. Please be careful when handling.

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ALUMA-VENT AWNING

REGULAR END STYLE

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1-800-851-0865 or

www.americana.com

Options in your kit:

A. Splice — Pg 16

B. Column — Pg 17

C. C-Channel Brace — Pg 19

D. Runner Brace — Pg 21

E. Kicker Brace — Pg 23

F. Extended Ends — Pg 24

G. Flat Ends — Pg 25

To view installation video,

visit www.americana.com.

Select “Residential Products”.

Select “Installation” at the top

of the page.

Select “Streaming Videos”

then “Aluma Vent Installation.”

Tools Needed for Installation

Installation Notes and Tips

 Complete site preparation before beginning assembly.

 DO NOT attempt to assemble on a day with strong winds.

 Have assistance nearby to lift and secure parts in place.

 It is recommended to lower the speed of electric drills during this installation. Installing Tek screws at

a high RPM may cause the Tek screws to become damaged or break during installation.

 Avoid over-driving, under-driving, or driving at an angle to properly install fasteners. Over-driven

fasteners can depress the material and allow water to collect around the fastener, which will corrode

the surface finish. Under-driven fasteners can cause leaks and may back out over time.

 We strongly recommend using a high grade sealant, such as our 100% silicone caulk and sealant.

Caulking should be applied uniformly and without skips. A poor caulking job can cause leaks.

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Safety Glasses

Tape Measure Carpenters Level

Electric Drill

Screw Driver

Flat & Phillips Ladder

Socket / Hex Head Driver

Sizes: 1/4”, 11/32”, 3/8” Drill Bit

Sizes: 1/8”, 5/16”

Other Required Tools: Gloves, Chalk Line, Silicone Caulking

Recommended Tools: Rubber Mallet, Carpenters Square, Pliers, Tin Snips

CORRECT TOO LOOSE TOO TIGHT

Note: These are basic installation guidelines for our standard load units and may not be suitable to your

specific installation. It is important to follow all local and national building codes when installing any exterior

improvement product. If you have questions regarding the proper installation of any Americana product, please call

us toll free

Required Parts Not Included In Kit:

Appropriate anchors or lag screws to attach awning to your home’s exterior finish, 3/16” diameter.

Parts List

NOTE: Length and quantity of parts will vary based on the size of the awning.

Rafter

Part Code: 60506

ASawtooth

Part Code: 60507

Runner

Part Code: 10459-C

CApron Bar

Part Code: 60502

Flashing

Part Code: 10459-E

Louvers

Part Code: 10417-H

Bottom Pan

Part Code: 10417-I

ITop Pan

Part Code: 10417-J

JEnd Pan (RH Shown)

Part Code: 10417-K

Clip

Part Code: 60505

FWall Bracket

Part Code: 60504

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Hardware List

#8 x 3/4” Screw

Part Code: 20121

AA #8 x 1/2” Bolt

Part Code: 20754

BB #8 Hex Nut

Part Code: 20502

Screws shown actual size.

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#14 x 3/4” Screw

Part Code: 20792

Optional Coordinating Parts and Hardware

NOTE: Length and quantity of parts will vary based on the size of the awning.

Flashing Splice

Part Code: 10459-L

LRunner Splice

Part Code: 60515

Column

Part Code: 60722

Upper Column Bracket

Part Code: 90442

PColumn Mounting Bracket

Part Code: 50131

C-Channel Brace

Part Code: 30151-N

C-Channel Wall Bracket

Part Code: 30151-O

1/4” x 2-1/2” Bolt

Part Code: 20406

1/4” x 3/4” Bolt

Part Code: 20751

FF 1/4” Square Nut

Part Code: 20503

GG 1/4” Flat Washer

Part Code: 20902

HH 1/4” x 1-3/4” Tapcon Anchor

Part Code: 20794

Kicker Brace

Part Code: 6081X

(varies by length)

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STEP 1

In some cases, rafter (A) and sawtooth (B) are not

pre-assembled. If this happens, position rafter (A)

so the curl rests on top of sawtooth (B) and the front

ends are flush. Attach using a #8 x 3/4” screw (AA)

through the pre-drilled hole in sawtooth (B).

Open the right-hand rafter (A) and sawtooth (B)

assembly to approximately the desired slope of the

awning.

FRONT VIEW

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STEP 2

Attach wall bracket (G) to sawtooth (B) using (2) #8

x 3/4” screws (AA) through the pre-drilled holes.

DO NOT completely tighten screws at this time.

NOTE: If you ordered the optional flat style louver

ends, see Optional Sheet G.

STEP 3

Select the right-hand set of louvers (H). Lay each

one on a flat surface and make a horizontal bend

even with the notch at the top end. Bend at

approximately a 90 degree angle, and then bend

back to approximately a 45 degree angle.

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STEP 4

Insert the curl of the shortest louver (H) into the

curled channel of rafter (A) over the first tab from

the front on sawtooth (B).

Align the holes in louver (H) with the holes in

sawtooth (B) by raising or lowering rafter (A).

If necessary, also change the bend on louver (H).

Attach using (2) #8 x 3/4” screws (AA).

TIP: Install screw (AA) in the back hole of louver (H)

first, then use the leverage of sawtooth (B) and

rafter (A) to align the front hole.

STEP 5

Repeat step 4 to complete the right end louver

assembly, beginning with the longest louver (H) and

working down.

On awnings with extended ends, begin with the

louver closest to the back end of rafter (A). Sawtooth

(B) will have extra tabs for the extension louvers. Be

sure not to attach the last louver to an extension tab.

NOTE: If you ordered extended louver ends, see

Optional Sheet F.

FRONT VIEW

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STEP 6

Select the right-hand end pan (K) by checking the

sticker at the top of the pan. Attach to the right-hand

louver (H) assembly using #8 x 3/4” screws (AA).

Line up the pre-drilled holes in end pan (K) with the

pre-drilled holes in rafter (A).

STEP 7

Bend the valance of end pan (K) and attach to

louver (H) using #8 x 3/4” screws (AA) through the

pre-drilled holes.

This completes the right-hand end assembly.

Repeat steps 1-7 to complete the left-hand end

assembly.

Look for

sticker at

top of pan.

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STEP 8

Attach runners (C) to the left- and right-hand end

assemblies using #14 x 3/4” screws (DD) through

the pre-drilled holes in rafter (A).

STEP 9

Select flashing (E) and attach to end pans (K) using

#8 x 1/2” bolt (BB) and #8 hex nut (CC) through the

pre-drilled holes.

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STEP 10

At this point, the awning may be lifted up and

attached to the mounting surface. Anchors are not

supplied with this kit. 3/16” diameter anchors

suitable for your mounting surface are required.

NOTE: Awning must be attached to a solid

structural support. DO NOT attach awning to

sheathing, siding, flashing, or any other

non-structural surface.

While using a level to keep flashing (E) plumb,

attach to the mounting surface through the

pre-drilled holes. Pre-drill a pilot hole into the

mounting surface using a 1/8” drill bit before

attaching anchors.

STEP 11

With only the top of the awning attached to the

mounting surface, use a level to plumb sawtooth (B)

and louvers (H). Looking at the side of the awning,

the louvers should be parallel to the mounting

surface. Looking at the front of the awning, the

louvers should appear straight up and down.

With the awning properly aligned, attach mounting

bracket (G) to the mounting surface using 3/16”

diameter anchor, purchased separately. Then be

sure to tighten the #8 x 3/4” screws (AA) attached to

mounting bracket (G). Pre-drill a pilot hole into the

mounting surface using a 1/8” drill bit before

attaching anchors.

TIP: Align and attach one end of the awning

before moving to the other side to avoid either

side falling out of alignment.

Once the awning is attached, if you need to

move runner (C) to avoid an out-swinging door

or window, remove #14 x 3/4” screws (DD),

re-position the runner, then re-attach screws.

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