Installation Instructions

Americana Building Products . Downspout Assembly Guide 10/23/2012
DOWNSPOUT ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PATIO COVERS AND CARPORTS
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STEP 1
Determine the desired location to drain water from the
front gutter of the shade structure. The downspout is
best positioned next to or in front of a post. Cut a hole
no bigger than 1-1/2” diameter in the bottom of the
gutter. Alternatively, you may drill several small holes in
a rectangular pattern no bigger than 1-1/2” x 2-1/2”.
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STEP 3
Attach a downspout elbow to the outlet facing toward
the post using (2) #8 x 3/4” screws.
Attach a second elbow to the first facing toward the
ground using (2) #8 x 3/4” screws. The second elbow
should end positioned next to or in front of the post. Cut
off a short length of the downspout tube if necessary.
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STEP 2
Apply a generous bead of caulk around the flange of the
downspout outlet.
Attach the outlet to the gutter over the hole using (4) #8
x 3/4” screws.