Mueller U-Panel - Manual (Page 18)

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STARTING AND ENDING PANEL INSTALLATION
Details are subject to change without prior notice.
Starting Panel
1. Apply adjustable strip as previously instructed.
2. Remove the first rib of the panel, making a straight cut the length of the panel.
3. Apply butyl tape continuously down the length of the adjustable strip, covering the wafer head screw.
4. Insert the cut edge of the panel into the strip, making sure the panel is seated fully into the strip.
5. Attach the panel to the roof with #9 x 1” woodgrip screws on the required centers.
6. Apply 1/2” x 3/32” butyl tape continuously on the top of the outside rib before applying the next panel.
NOTE: Alternate trim profiles are acceptable using the screw pattern shown.
Ending Panel
1. Remove the last rib of the panel at a point that is inside the adjustment portion
of the gable trim, making a straight cut the length of the panel (optimal 2” from gable edge).
2. Apply adjustable strip as previously instructed.
3. Test apply the panel to assure proper fit.
4. Apply butyl tape and apply last panel into strip, making appropriate panel lap.
NOTE: Alternate trim profiles are acceptable using the screw pattern shown.
NOTE: To comply with Texas
Windstorm Certification
Testing, #12x11 SDT Type A
screws must be used in place
of the #9 Woodgrip screws.