Fences - Installation Primer.pdf - Woodworking Plans - t240

DIY Guide to

installing an A.R.C. Fence

Installing your own fence is easy if you follow

these simple instructions

The Location

The first thing you should do is check the location of underground services

(gas, water, telephone and electricity) so you won’t run into difficulties

when you’re installing your new fence.

You should also check with your local planning authority to make sure your

new fence will meet regulations.

The Tools

These are the basic tools you’ll need to get you going. Some careful

planning, a little elbow grease and you’re away:

The Materials We will supply you with all the fence components and fixtures you will

need, but you should also have some other basic materials on hand:

Installing the fence

1. Measure and Dig Once you have decided where the fence will go, mark out the position

of the gate. This will tell you where to dig the post holes - they should

be approximately 600mm deep and 200mm across.

TRADE TIPS

It’s easier if you work from the high ground, down the slope.

Use a spacer (or panel) to show you where to dig the post holes.

2. Posts and Panels First, lay the panels and posts out along the fence line. Work outwards from

the gate post and be careful to keep approximately 75mm ground clearance

under the panels. Tek screw the panel with the fittings to the post.

For wire-based fencing use U-Clips.

Alternatively, when installing tubular fencing use the L-Clips supplied or

use rail bracket fittings for the top and bottom rails.

TRADE TIPS

Prop panels with timber props to keep the fence in position while you work.

Use packers under the panels to support the posts and panels and give the necessary

ground clearance.

Be sure to check line and level as you go.

Drive the tek screws firmly and lock them fully home when the posts are set into

their footings.

On sloping ground you will need to evenly step the panels. Make sure you work out

the steps before fastening the panels to the posts.

For tubular fencing, it is best to install the posts first and let the concrete set.

Panels can then be installed on the following day.

3. Mix and Pour Secure the posts into position by filling the hole with wet concrete mix to

a depth of 600mm. Then tighten all the tek screws firmly, checking line and

level as you go.

TRADE TIPS

If you prefer to have top soil at the base of the post, fill the holes with wet concrete

to a depth of 550mm or 50mm below the surface of the ground. Ensure you compact

the soil well. Alternatively, fill the hole completely with wet concrete mix to a depth

of 600mm.

Clean excess concrete from posts and panels with a soft wet rag.

Make sure you don’t disturb the fence for at least 24 hours after the concrete has

been poured.

4. Topping off the Job Once the concrete has set and the fence posts are firm, attach the post

caps with a soft mallet. Remove all props and unwanted materials, then

backfill around the posts with garden top soil.

TRADE TIPS

You’ll extend the life of your new fence if you wash off the grit and grime regularly.

This is particularly important if your fence is near water or exposed to salt air.

If the protective surface coat gets chipped or damaged, clean the affected area,

prime the surface and apply two coats of touch-up paint.

Installing a garden gate

1. Getting Started The first thing you should do is determine which way you want the gate to

open. For boundary fences, the gate should open in towards the property.

2. Hinge Set Up Insert the hinge bush into the gate frame, then set the spacers into

position so they can support the gate and provide ground clearance. Next,

slide the hinge brackets into the hinge bushes and mark the locating hold

position onto the gate post. Now remove the gate and drill holes to match

the bolts provided. Finally, locate the hinge brackets into position.

TRADE TIPS

Make sure you keep the top of the gate frame level with the top of the adjoining fence

panels.

The vertical wires of the gate should face the outside of the fence.

Fix the top hinge firmly but leave the bottom hinge loose until the gate is installed.

The hinge with the fixed pin should be used at the top of the post and slotted into one

at the bottom.

Alternatively, you may prefer to use butt hinges instead of hinge bushes and brackets.

3. Gate Set Up Slide the gate onto the lower hinge and drop the top hinge into the gate

frame. Now tighten the bolts and check the gate opening action.

TRADE TIPS

Make sure the gate opens fully on sloping ground.

Adjust horizontal movement of the bottom pin to make the gap even between the gate

and the post on the closing side of the gate.

4. Gate Catch Set Up Firstly, position the ‘D’ latch on the post with tek screws so it will be

aligned with the striker bar when the gate is closed. Then fix the striker bar

to the vertical gate frame and check for smooth operation.

TRADE TIPS

Set ‘D’ latch height to match your personal requirements.

Don’t fully tighten the tek screws on the striker until the gate operates smoothly.

If you have both the single and double gate, the bent striker is for the single gate

and the straight striker is for the double gate.

Installing a pool gate

1. Safety Pool Gates Self-closing A.R.C. safety gates are designed specifically for pool fences

(refer to our A.R.C. Fencing your Pool brochure for more information).

2. Which way? Regulations require that pool gates be installed to open away from the

pool, so that young children will push the gate shut rather than open when

trying to gain access.

3. Positioning the Gate Dig holes for the posts and a trench for the bottom locating rail.

To maintain spacing, you may also wish to use a top locating rail.

Position the gate unit to match the above ground reference heights.

Then prop and check the line and level.

TRADE TIPS

It’s easier to install the gate at the same time as the fence panels.

Leave the bottom locating rail on to maintain post spacing, particularly in expansive

soils that may move over time.

4. Setting the Gate Re-check the line and level of the posts and pour wet concrete mix into the

post holes to finish.

TRADE TIPS

You will use less concrete if you backfill the bottom rail trench with soil.

If you prefer to have top soil at the base of the post, fill the holes with wet concrete

mix to a depth of 550mm or 50mm below the surface of the ground. Ensure you compact

the soil well. Alternatively, fill the hole completely with wet concrete mix to a depth

of 600mm.

5. Cleaning Up 24 hours after you have poured the concrete you are ready to remove the

top locating rail and/or any protective packaging. Check the instructions on

the gate for spring adjustment and maintenance instructions.

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