Instructions / Assembly

19
5
/
8
"
4" Min
Side Lap
39
3
/
8
"
39
3
/
8
"
EnergyGuard
™
Polyiso
Insulation or
DensDeck
®
DuraGuard
LIBERTY
™
CAP SHEET
LIBERTY
™
BASE/PLY SHEET
4" Min
19
5
/
8
"
13
1
/
8
"
2" Min
Side Lap
4" Min
Side Lap
39
3
/
8
"
39
3
/
8
"
39
3
/
8
"
Nailable Deck
LIBERTY
™
MA
LIBERTY
™
CAP SHEET
LIBERTY
™
BASE/PLY SHEET
4" Min
9" Max.
18" Max.
19
11
/16"
2" Min
Side Lap
4" Min
Side Lap
39
3
/
8
"
Nailable Deck
Liberty
™
Cap Sheet
Liberty
™
MA Base Sheet
9"
max
39
3
/
8
"
18"
max
2-Ply Lay-out (SA Base)
2-Ply Lay-out (MA Base)
3-Ply Lay-out
Liberty Installation Kit
How Do I Prepare for a Liberty
™
Project?
Before You Start… the installation of your new Liberty
™
SBS Self-Adhering Roofing, do the following:
 •ReadInstructionsThoroughly...and understand how the entire system works before starting your installation.
 •UnderstandTheMaterials…know when and where to use each component, why each is necessary, and the common mistakes to avoid.
 •ContactGAFContractorServices...at 1-800-ROOF-411 for detailed information on specific applications.
Do’sAndDon’ts… Liberty
™
SBS Self-Adhering Roofing Systems are designed to be installed over low sloped roof decks.
 •DoInstallOnRoofsBetween1/2"And6"PerFoot… and backnail the Liberty
™
Cap Sheet when the slope is greater than
1" per foot. Contact GAF Contractor Services at 1-800-ROOF-411 for fastening requirements specific to your project.
 •DoInstallInModerateTemperatures... between 45°F (7°C) and 95°F (35°C), to assure proper adhesion and easier work conditions.
 •DoInstallOverCleanSmoothSurfaces…that are free of dirt, debris, damage or are otherwise unsuitable for installation.
•Don’tWorkAlone... GAF recommends between 2 and 4 people install Liberty
™
SBS Self-Adhering Roofing.
SAFETYFIRST...Protectyourselfandothers.Considerthefollowingcommonsensesafetyprecautions,including:
 •Wear appropriate clothing, including protective footwear, eye wear and gloves.
 • Be aware of your surroundings. Watch for power lines when working near ladders and use common sense on your job site.
 •Follow local building codes.
 •Bend at the knees. Never lift with your back.
PrecautionaryNote: The application instructions for this product require the use of primers, adhesives or cements that contain
solvents. Apply solvent-based products ONLY as instructed. Excess application of solvent-based products may affect the performance
of this product, delay application of the cap sheet, cause surface blistering of the cap sheet or result in the asphalt owing, dripping or
staining. You may notice unpleasant odors from the solvents, which will dissipate when the solvent-based product has dried.
Liberty
™
Roof Materials… What Do I Need to Install a Quality Roof?
 •Liberty
™
InstallationKit…comes with enough primer and cement to install approximately 200 square feet of membrane.
Additional kits or extra primer and cement may be purchased if necessary.
 •Liberty
™
Self-AdheringBase/Ply... is the base weatherproofing layer when applied over acceptable, prepared decks
or insulations. Each roll contains approximately 200 square feet.
 •Liberty
™
MechanicallyAttachedBase... is applied when the deck is unsuitable for self-adhered sheets or when a nailed
base sheet is preferred. Each roll contains approximately 200 square feet.
 •Liberty
™
Self-AdheredCap... is the first line of defense from the weather. Each roll contains approximately 100 square feet.
 •MetalFlashing…for covering roof perimeter edges. Metal flashings are typically sold in 10 foot sections and must be primed
with asphalt primer and allowed to dry before installation.
 •EverythingElse…when measuring, note the size and number of vent pipes, and other flashings. Don’t forget any nails, lumber
or other additional material that you may need.
Liberty
™
Roof Systems… Which roof is right for me?
Note: Single-Ply application not shown; visit www.gaf.com for details if required.
What Tools & Equipment Do I Need to Install a Liberty
™
Roof?
Tape Measure
Gloves
Hammer
Brush
Utility Knife
Weighted Roller
Trowel
Caulk Gun
Wear Glasses
Look for these important
safety symbols
Wear Gloves
Common
Mistakes
and How to
Avoid Them
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