New England Arbors VA84242 - Manual (Page 5)

Level
Move the arbor to its final location (you will need a helper).
When you have identified the location of each post, mark the
positions of the ground and then move the arbor aside.
Excavate four holes approx 33 in. (83.8 cm.) deep. The location and
excavation of these four holes is the most critical step and should
be completed with care. The depth of these holes will allow the
post extension (if chosen as option) joint to be hidden 3 in. (7.6 cm.)
under the ground.
Carefully move the arbor back into position and level both
horizontal and vertically.
Backfill the holes with either gravel or cement.
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Arbors must be well secured to prevent tipping over from
wind load, etc.
Into Earth with Concrete Footing (Option One)
(Assuming posts have been extended)
Shown with
Optional 4 x 4
Post Extensions
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(Posts have been extended with 4x4 Professional Post Extension Kit)
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(Measurements shown are inside to inside of posts)
33 in.
83.8 cm.
10 in.
25.4 cm.
50 in.
127 cm.
20 in.
51 cm.
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STEP FIVE
Install the Side Panels
You have Three Options to Complete this Step.
(All purchased separately)
OPTION ONE - If Your Arbor:
• is going to be installed with fencing or a gate
• is located in a high wind or hurricane area
• is located in ground conditions that are not level
Consider Using:
A - 4x4 Professional Post Extension Kit (30 in./76.2 cm. long), (Kit of 4)
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footings
• Follow instructions included with the kit
- or -
B - 4 x 4 x 8’ (243.8 cm.) Long Wood Post (4)
• Purchase separate from your local lumberyard
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footing
OPTION T WO - If Your Arbor:
• is intended to be used as a stand alone garden accent or pathway
• is located on level ground
Consider Using:
4 x 4 Aussie Augers (Kit of 4)
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Instructions are included with the kit
OPTION THREE - If Your Arbor:
• is going to be installed onto pre-existing concrete or wood surface
Consider Using:
4 x 4 Surface Mount Kit
• Purchase from New England Arbors, www.newenglandarbors.com
• Follow instructions included with the kit