Folding arm awning manual, 4-2008
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5. Installation instructions
The installation must be carried out by people who have sufficient
technical knowledge and experience in this field.
Use clean and rust-free tools (preferably stainless steel tools). Dirty
and/or rusty tools may leave residue behind on the fastening material,
which can lead to corrosion. Your tool supplier will be able to provide
advice in this regard.
Tools
•
Drill (with masonry bit)
•
Screwdriver
•
Philips
screwdriver
•
Open-ended spanners 8; 10; 13 and 17 mm
•
Allen keys 2.5; 4; 5; 6 and; 10 mm
•
Spirit level and string line
•
(Folding) ruler and pencil
•
Ladder
•
Voltmeter or test lamp (if electrically driven)
For the special tools required, see the installation instructions of your own
Folding arm awning (pages 12 to 49).
Fastening materials
The fastening materials needed, will depend on the installation situation on
site and can vary a lot for each situation. Have an expert provide you with the
appropriate information. Call in an architect or designer if the occasion
requires it.
Ensure that the base on which the awning is to be installed is strong enough
.
Please contact your supplier if you have any doubts about the strength of the
installation material.
The installation advice provided, applies to a standard installation on brick.
The fastening materials may vary depending on the type of substrate and the
situation.
Take care when loosening the arms, because they are under
tension! A sudden release of the arm of a folding arm awning can cause injury.
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