T
he following instructions are to be used as a guideline on getting up and running with Trim-A-Gutter
™
Tools and Hardware. Before getting started, it is recommended that you check the
entire gutter system for problems, such as clogged downspouts, leaks or rotted wood, before installing gutter-hood. Use these guidelines for installing new 6" brackets as well. Check
end caps, outlets and seams for water-tightness. Keep in mind Trim-A-Gutter
™
gutter-hood will not make the gutter system waterproof, only leaf resistant.
1
Clear all leaves and debris from gutter and downspouts. Check entire gutter system
for loose spikes/seams and miters. Other problem areas, such as improperly installed
gutters and downspouts should be corrected before installation.
2
Pre install anchor screw into bracket. Near the gutter end-cap, lower back of bracket
into gutter and insert front into gutter channel until hook catches lip (Detail A). Next,
lift bracket until bottom is level. Hold firmly in place and drive anchor into fascia (Detail
B). Note: If loose or no lip exist in channel, install 3/8 ”stainless screw thru channel and
into slot (Detail A).
1st
3rd
2nd
3
Install second bracket approx. 24” from 1st. Install 3rd bracket 1/2” in from end of the
first gutter-hood section. This bracket will also serve as the 1st for the next section of
gutter-hood which will overlap the 1st (or under depending upon prevailing wind direc-
tion). Note: For extreme weather conditions, install additional brackets.
4
Carefully pinch up the tabs along the course of shingles the gutter-hood will be go-
ing under. To prevent puncturing/breaking the shingle tabs, work the pinch bar side
to side as opposed to up and down. Note: Care should be given to older shingles which
become brittle over time.
5
Situate the template into bracket and onto roof area. Mark point in template where you
want to match roof pitch (as shown), and make bend. The area below the bend line
must maintain a slight pitch for positive drainage.
6
After forming gutter-hood, transfer bend line from template onto piece. Place piece
into the brake aligning the bend line with the stainless edge. Bend upward until the
piece matches the template to create the first section of gutter-hood.
7
Tuck top of gutter-hood under loosened shingle tabs and fasten 1/2" flange into first 2
brackets using 3/8" stainless screws (see Detail). Leave the 3rd bracket free until next
section of hood is lapped. Reseal shingles by applying a bead of roof cement under each
tab. Allow tabs to fall back in place ensuring no roof cement is visible, or exposed.
8
Lap the next section of gutter-hood over/under the 1st section to a point where both
ends are centered over a bracket. Install the 3/8" stainless screw thru lap and into
bracket. With your template, continue installing brackets and sections in this manner
until complete. Note: When using gutter coil place lap between 2 brackets (see Detail).
Detail
Gutter-Coil
Cement
BEND LINE
BEND LINE
Detail
