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DeckLok Systems
Vinyl
Decking
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Installation Instructions

Safety:  1)  Always check for power lines before digging.
   2)  Always wear safety glasses when operating power equipment.

Tips:  1)  Substructure should be plumbed and square.
   2)  Joists should be spaced to a minimum of 24" on center.
   3)  Maximum coverage of each board is 5-15/16".
   4)  Overhang deck boards to a maximum of 4".
   5)  Flashing is necessary if attached to a dwelling. Uncovered decks should be sloped 1% . (1% is 1" in 100")

Fig 1 Step 1) The tongue may be removed from starter piece. This can be done with a circular or table saw. (Fig. 1)

Step 2) Cut deck plank to desired length. Drill an access hole through the top surface only. (starter plank only) Screw the bottom to joist through the access hole. (Fig. 2) Be sure to start this plank straight! Do not over tighten screws. Set torque on screw gun properly. Use with clutch type screw gun!

Fig 2 Step 3) Secure opposing edge plank to joist as shown, one screw at the intersection of each stringer. Make sure to start screw tip in the locating groove. Maintain 45-degree angle when driving screws. (Fig. 2)

Step 4) Cut next deck plank to desired length. Slide tongue under top lip and snap into place. (Fig. 3)

Fig 3

Fig 4

Step 5) Secure edge of deck board to joist as in step #3. (Open groove side only!) (Fig. 4) If a gap is desired, use a spacer between deck boards at each screw location to maintain the gap between the deck boards. Repeat this process until all of the deck boards are installed. Last deck board may be cut down to desired width. When removing open groove side of deck board, secure deck plank to joists as in step #2. (Fig. 5)

Fig 5 Fig 6

Step 6) Finish by trimming out the deck edges with "L" Trim and "C" Channel. Use "L" Trim for flush edges and "C" Channel for overhangs. Secure trim pieces with pushpins every 16". Drill ¼" hole through trim pieces and deck board and secure by pressing pushpin in place. (Fig. 5) The Deck Lok trim piece can also be used to finish out the front of deck or steps. Install by snapping into place. (Fig 6)

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