Floating valley – Mueller Snap Lock (MSL) User Manual
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FLOATING VALLEY
Installation Steps: (use only with fixed Ridge/Hips)
1. Install four runs of hat section/channel up the valley as shown, securing to the purlins with #10 x 1 self drill
pan head screws (this step is applicable only when insulation or thermal blocks are specified).
2. Install the two piece 14 ga. Valley Support Plates with #10 x 1 self drill pan head screws.
3. Install Valley Trim over the Valley Support Plates. Secure with #10 x 1 self drill pan head screws (5’ centers).
4. Install butyl tape sealant 4” to 5” from center of the valley trim.
5. Install edge plates over the butyl tape sealant using #10 x 1 self drill pan head screws on 12” centers.
6. Field cut and hem panel ends. Install over edge plate.
7. Seal the ends of the panel legs using tube sealant.
Mueller Lock
Panel
Valley
Trim
#12 x 1 1/4" Self Drill
Tek Screw
4" Typical
#10 x 1" Pan Head
Self Drilling Screw
on 24" Center
2 - Piece, 14 ga.,
Valley Plate
Tape
Sealant
Purlin
Purlin
Edge Plate
#10 x 1" Pan Head
Self Drilling Screw