New England Arbors VA42035 - Manual (Page 12)

Vinyl Beams & Rafter Placement
12 8 x 8 Flat Top Pergola
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Using a helper and two ladders proceed to complete the
following steps:
Slide the vinyl beam with rafter clips pre-installed through
both holes of the vinyl column (overshooting), and then back
through both holes of the opposite column. Repeat for opposite beam.
Please Note:
The top of the vinyl columns may need to be tensioned in opposite
directions to each other to allow the beams and rafters to be
installed on a slight angle. The vinyl columns naturally allow
some measure of flex.
Slide the two outer rafters through both holes of the vinyl column
(overshooting) and then back through both holes of the opposite
column.
Using 4” screws, lock the beams and rafters into position inside
the posts by driving in 8 screws from the outside and 8 screws
from the inside of each column.
Place the rafters in the front and rear rafter brackets.
Complete a final adjustment of all beams and rafters. All spacing
should appear equal to the eye.
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