rainwater systemTROPICALINSTALLATIONGUIDE

All technical data and information is correct at the time of printing

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calculate the number of downpipes required thenestimate the lengths of downpipe and guttering.

fill out the easy-to-use components list to determine the parts required.

fasten the brackets and base plates to the fascia and install the system.

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guttering components qty cost TOTAL

47600454760046

4760047

4760049

4760050

4760051

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4760053

4760054

4760055

4760057

4760058

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Round DOWNPIPE qty cost TOTAL

4775766

4775782

4775774

4779948

dropperoutlet

joiningsocket

950

junction

adaptors

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4775813

4779930

4775790

4775821

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Rectangular Downpipe qty cost TOTAL

4775596

4773285

4773293

4773316

4773324

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4750056

4773552

4773358

4750059

downpipe 3m

950

socket bend

1120

socket bend

pipeclip

downpipe3m

950

socket bend

450

socket bend

950 reverseface elbow

450 reverseface elbow

pipeclips

dropperoutlet

joiningsocket

adaptors

tropicalmounting strip 3m

brackets(interval of ~ 500m)

left handstop end

right handstop end

gutteringjoiner

tropicalguttering 3m or 5m

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externalangle

internalangle

expansion outletfor downpipe

expansionjoiner

flexi-expansionjoiner

min 30mm

max 50mm

gable end to internal corner

guttering run allowance

gable end to external corner

internal to internal corner

subtract 40mm and a further 2mm for each stop end

subtract 436mm

internal to external corner subtract 258mm

external to external corner subtract 80mm

expansion join depends on temperature setting

subtract 218mm and a further2mm for each stop end

Work out the length of guttering and the number and size of downpipes needed

the roof overhang should be between 30mm and 50mm to ensure correct water flow

Identify the locations for the downpipes. These are the low points in theguttering where expansion outlets are fitted directly above storm water ortank outlets.

Establish a list of components using the information from step 1, and theeasy to use components list on the back of this sheet.

PLANNING1

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Set a string line from the high point of each run and run to a low point with a fall of 5mm per 10 metres.

2Fasten the Tropical Gutter Mounting Strip along the string line. Countersunk screws should be placed alternately 10mm below and 10mm above the lips of the mounting plate, 400mm apart.

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Establish the high points. These are best located at a corner midway betweendownpipe outlets (low points).

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Slide the guttering along the mounting plate to the required position.3

Slide the bracket behind the washer and finish the screw.

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Start an 8-18 x 25 Button S/Drill ZP screw and washer in line with the bracket slot NOTE: Use wood screws for wooden fascia and metal screws for metal fascia.

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When the guttering run is correctly in place, insert the brackets spaced at 500mm intervals. Clip the brackets into the front of the gutter.

4MOUNTING STRIP

Cut the guttering to length and remove any burrs from the cut edge. TIP: Place wooden off-cuts inside the guttering for support while cutting.

measurements are a guide only and should be verified before cutting

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Place the length of guttering onto the mounting plate. Make sure it is properly engaged on both lips of the mounting plate.

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CUT AND INSTALL

Only Icon Welding Solvent should be used when installing Icon Plastics Tropical Guttering. This bonding cement is specially designed to chemically bond the surfaces so they become one. Follow the directions on the tube.

1ICON WELDING SOLVENT

Downpipes should be cut to length and fittedto vortex expansion joins. All joins on pipes and elbows should be welded using Icon Welding Solvent.

If overhanging eaves require downpipes to be installed with an offset, determine the length of downpipe required for the offset by:

Fitting the top downpipe elbow to the expansion outlet without solvent welding.1Holding a socket bend against the wall and measure from the bottom of each socket (measurement Y). This is the length of pipe required for the offset. NOTE: A pipe clip should be placed under the socket bend to prevent slipping. If round downpipe is being installed horizontally all joins should be sealed.

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DOWNPIPES

Place the vortex outlet onto the mounting plate and use a joiner to connect it with one end of the guttering, then slide the other gutter section into position and connect it with a joiner.

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Make sure the vortex outlet is positioned directly above a storm water outlet or an outlet to a tank. NOTE: If a straight run exceeds 10 metres in length without an expansion outlet, an expansion join must be fitted to allow for expansion or contraction To fit expansion joins, simply apply Icon Welding Solvent to both surfaces, hold them together firmly for 15 seconds and allow 10 minutes for drying before use.

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VORTEX AND EXPANSION JOINTSIcon Plastics guttering and downpipe can be painted in any colour. It is important to remember that dark colours require additional allowance for movement.

To prepare the surface for painting, wipe it down with sugar soap and apply a mineral-based undercoat followed by two coats of the desired colour using acrylic or enamel paint.

The ends of guttering in expansion outlets should be painted so an unpainted line is not visible when movement occurs.

To make sure your new Rainwater System maintains its good looks, clean it once a year using warm soapy water and a car cleaning brush or cloth. Simply rinse it with clean water.

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