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Solid
Foil
Tape
Vented
Foil
Tape
Polycarbonate Panels &
Cap Installation
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT HANDLING
POLYCARBONATE
All polycarbonate sheets are covered with a thin sheet of
plastic on both sides to prevent the sheets from becoming
dirty and scratching during handling. One side is a clear
plastic while the other side is blue or some other colour,
depending on the manufacturer. This latter side should be
installed so that it faces out.
(VERY IMPORTANT: Mark the
sheet to indicate which side should face ut.)
ONLY THE BOTTOM
ALUMINUM
“ ” that goes on the
bottom end of the panels has drain holes.
FOIL TAPE
All five-wall panels should be taped on both ends
(keeps bugs
out)
. Take the panel, peel off the protective plastic
(make sure
the outside corner is marked)
. Or if you do it before installation
you can just peel back the edges.
TOP OF THE PANEL
uses a SOLID foil tape. Take off the
backing of the tape and lay it on the end of the panel, press
the edges down a little and move your hand along the panel to
the end. Be careful when you slide your finger along the edge
of the tape – it is sharp! When finished go back and bend the
edge all the way over.
BOTTOM OF THE PANEL
use the VENTILATED TAPE
(this
tape has breathing / drain holes).
To cut this tape you will have
to use a knife or scissors. Put it on the same way as solid tape.
(Do not lay your panels on the grass – it WILL burn your lawn.
Also do not store polycarbonate bundles outside.
Instead, store them in a cool dark place, such as a garage, until
you are ready to use them.)
