none 0099 Installation Guide
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1. AA 1 lbs d d d PULL UP TABS ON ALL FOU CORNERS AND INSTALL THE POST MODIFYING DOWNSPOUT FOR OBSTRUCTIONS Trace the obstruction on the downspout and remove the material with a knife 6A Cut a patch of trough material 2 larger than the opening and create flaps on patch as per previous instructions obstructions and posts and slide over the top of the obstruction 6B Cover cut out area and post with tape 6C SLIDE A SCAPE PIECE OF TROUGH MATERIAL OVER THE CUT OUT UT THE END OF DOWNSPOUT AROUND THE POST TAPE AROUND POST AND PATCH AREA lt 9 ie an m z zZ 77 go v U m Q gt D gt f m tn lt Oo iei all e z Oo Z n go tn U m ie gt e 2 n m tn MODIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL CASES cont 7 DOUBLE EXTENDED DECKS OVER 19 PLACE BLOCKING BETWEEN JOIST TO BEST UTILIZE 12 OR 16 TROUGH MATERIAL Place downspouts on the opposite ends from where the existing deck and the deck extension meet Install a trough from the blocking of the extension to the downspout Tape all seams and edges as per previous instuctions 8 LOW PROFILE CAN LIGHTS When installing low profile can lights below the trough make sure the trough is not in contact with the recessed can SIDE VIEW DECKING MODIFIED DOWNSPOUTS For joists 8 to 12 you must modify the downspout Tear2. CREATE OUTDOOR SPACES You Never Thought Possible Trex RainEscape DECK DRAINAGE SYSTEM Expand your outdoor living 10 19 alae TREX RainEscape Deck Drainage System protects the space below your deck from rain sun and other elements ize by adding fans stereo Speakers ssed lighting tv screens Water flows through syste and Onto the ground OF int aWwat r storage system a Add Lighting Fixtures Create Underdeck Storage Enjoy Entertainment Systems Install Ceiling Fans MAXIMIZE YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING ENVIRONMENT NOW With your Trex RainEscape system and ceiling soffit in place you are ready to maximize your outdoor living environment with features such as lighting fixtures ceiling fans speakers quality outdoor furniture and an outdoor fire pit Your only limit is your imagination 0 m zZ m D gt Z Z E o A x fe Z Trex HRainEscape DECK DRAINAGE SYSTEM Installation Guide In your hands you re holding everything you need to build your Trex RainEscape deck drainage system This step by step guide will show you how to turn your underdeck into an outdoor living space TREX RAINESCAPE INSTALLATION GUIDE CONTENTS 0 a Z 4 D gt Z Z E le D xX gt o pa BASIC INSTALLATION Installing the Trex RainEscape Trough ssssssssssssssssseeeeeeeneneeeneeenrnnnren rene enne en nnne WAS Alle Seals x 2c ditti pH Ditto E a
3. Cut a 1 wide by 3 4 tab at center edge of trough fold tab down to prevent wicking 3D PLACE FIRST STAPLE AT LEDGER x FINISH STAPLING EVERY 8 TO 10 GOING FROM SIDE TO SIDE UNTIL YOU REACH THE LEDGER PLACE 3RD STAPLE THROUGH PLACE SECOND TROUGH AND DOWNSPOUT STAPLE BEFORE DOWNSPOUT RUN A WATER TEST TO ENSURE WATER RUNS TO DOWNSPOUT Pull corner at ledger and outside joist tight keeping entire length of trough smooth and wrinkle free so as not to impede water flow 3E Place fourth staple on outside joist at ledger 3E Continue stapling every 6 to 8 from downspout to ledger on both joists to secure 3E To test for correct slope pour cup of water on trough at ledger board ensuring water runs to downspout 3F Follow above step for remaining troughs TRIM EXCESS AT SEAMS KEEP KNIFE FLATTO OVERLAP AVOID SLICING INTO TROUGH TRIM EXCESS APPROX 4 BACK SCORE DOWN THE MIDDLE OF THE TROUGH TO REMOVE WRINKLES IF NEEDED TAPE ALL SEAMS Trim excess trough at seams keeping overlap so tape will cover the top of the joist and seams 3G Using Trex RainEscape tape tape ALL seams joints and perimeter making sure the flashing is taped to the trough 3H TAPE ALL SEAMS ON THE TROUGHS AND DOWNSPOUTS NOTE Trex RainEscape Caulk can be used instead of tape if preferred If using caulk caulk must be applied between ALL product overlaps and between product and jo
4. Dri Deck will not be liable for labor costs of removal or re installation of components disposal freight taxes or other incidental charges THESE REMEDIES ARE THE EXCLUSIVE AND SOLE REMEDIES FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANT Y For any breach of warranty the owner must notify Dri Deck in writing at the address in Section 7 within thirty 30 days after discovering the nonconformity The notice must describe the location and nature of the nonconformity The owner must give Dri deck a reasonable opportunity to ex amine the claimed nonconformity before undertaking any repairs removal or replacement The owner must present the original invoice bill or other proof of date of purchase Compliance with the requirements of this paragraph is a condition to coverage under the Warranty if these require ments are not complied with Dri Deck will have no obliga tion to provide any remedy for any breach of warranty 4 DISCLAIMER OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN NO EVENT SHALL DRI DECK BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER RESULTING FROM NONDELIVERY OR FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT OR FROM DRI DECK S OWN NEGLIGENCE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you 5 APPLICABLE LAW This warranty will be interpreted construed and enforced in a
5. 10 50z tube Y 3 TROUGH 20mil 20 x 12 or 16 ELEVATIONS TAPE 21 2 x 50 STAPLE GUN CAULKING GUN UTILITY KNIFE 2 INSTALLING THE TREX RAINESCAPE DOWNSPOUT Cut downspouts along one 12 or 16 side on score mark based on joist spacing Install all downspouts along rim joists and or ledger board Cut out side should face open deck bay TEAR OUT OPENING AS MARKED ON THE DOWNSPOUT IN COOLER WEATHER USE A UTILITY KNIFE 16 center gt 12 center m 10 1 PREP Read all instructions completely before beginning Place a midspan nailer on the underside of joist to keep them straight and prevent rolling PLACE A TEMPORARY NAILER UNDER JOIST W gt e Oo Z v gt E E z e EL PLACE A TEMPORARY NAILER UNDER JOISTS Downspout should extend 1 into gutter cut or extend as necessary SIDE VIEW DOWNSPOUT SHOULD EXTEND AT LEAST 1 INTO THE GUTTER wW gt n O Z n 4 gt E E gt O z BASIC INSTALLATION cont 3 INSTALLING THE TREX RAINESCAPE TROUGH For ease of installation it is recommended that you fold a heavy crease down the center of the trough Be sure to account for the offset if installing for a 12 joist bay 3A TO EASE INSTALLATION FOLD A CREASE DOWN THE CENTER OF THE TROUGH BEFORE INSTALLING IF INSTALLING IN A 12 JOIST BAY THE FOLD NEED
6. LLED TROUGH A ze D gt pa o lt Warranty TWENTY YEAR WARRANTY READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE TREX RAINESCAPE DECK DRAINAGE SYSTEM YOUR INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE SYSTEM OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS INDICATES THAT YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State 1 Warranty Dri Deck Enterprises LLC Dri Deck warrants that at the time of sale the components of the Trex RainEscape Deck Drainage System the System will be free from defects in material and manufacture and will conform to Dri Deck s specifications for the components Dri Deck further war rants that for a period of twenty years after sale the System will not leak PROVIDED THAT it is installed and maintained in accordance with Dri Deck s instructions and is not sub jected to a alteration or unauthorized repairs b misuse or abuse such as by puncturing cutting burning melting and the like c Acts of God including without limitation hurricanes tornadoes floods earthquakes or other severe weather or natural phenomena or d improper storage or handling or other treatment or installations for which it was not intended This warranty extends only to the first owner the Ow
7. S TO BE OFFSET TO ACCOMMODATE TH JOIST BAY SLIDE Tm m FLASHING UNROLL USING 11 2 SCORE MARK ON INSIDE OF JOIST AS A GUIDE i PEACE PRST STARE SMOOTH SHINY SIDE FACES UP UNROLL TO THE DOWNSPOUT Keg IF NO FLASHING EXISTS RUN TROUGH BEHIND SIDING Nee When working with the Trex RainEscape trough material ensure that the smooth shiny side always faces up 3B Line up the 17 7 score with the second joist 3B If there is no flashing at the ledger slide 3 of trough material under the existing siding 3C ADD A BEAD OF CAULK ATTHELEDGERBOARD CUT OFF EXCESS TROUGH 1 lt amp AWAY FROM THE BACK OF THE DOWNSPOUT WALL CUT a 1 WIDE BY 3 4 TAB TO PREVENT WICKING BACKROLL LAST FEW INCHES TO REMOVE MEMORY FROM TROUGH Place first staple at ledger board on 11 2 score mark inside joist to tack trough on second joist 3B Unroll trough to downspout using 11 7 score mark on inside joist as guide 3E Cut trough to length to back wall of downspout To remove memory from sheet backroll the last few inches of the trough 3D Pull trough tight to ensure memory is released and place second staple on inside joist through downspout 3D On outside joist form a trough into downspout while lining up the edge of the score mark with inside of joist Place third staple through trough and downspout on outside joist
8. cut out on the front panel of the downspout On the back side of the downspout draw a line from corner to corner extending down 1 Cut the downspout following the line Staple the trough material from the end of the cantilever over the existing trough Repeat all the Steps as necessary for trough installation Tape over all joints and seams CUT 1 OFF THE BACK OF THE DOWNSPOUT 44 THAT FACES THE CANTILEVER TRIM OFF EXCESS TROUGH MATERIAL ATTACH A SECOND TROUGH FROM THE BACK OF THE CANTILEVER AND EXTEND BEYOND THE EXISTING TROUGH 6 OBSTRUCTIONS AND POSTS To install a post or obstruction on the inside rim joist first mark the edges of the post on the trough and draw two lines corner to corner Cut along the diagonal lines Pull up tabs and install the post Tape starting at bottom of the trough up the post overlapping layers to assure a water tight seal working up around the post extending down onto the trough Cut the tape at a 45 degree angle on all corners Place a small piece of tape over the corners where the trough and post meet to seal the corners from any leaks Staple trough as per the previous instructions MARK EDGES OF POST ON TROUGH AND CUT DIAGONAL LINES FROM CORNER TO CORNER WRAP THE TROUGH AROUND THE POST EXTEND NG DOWN ONTO THE TROUGH CUT THE TAPE AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE ON ALL CORNERS WHERE THE TROUGH AND POST MEET TO SEAL THE CORNERS FROM ANY LEAKS L v
9. e all e z Oo Z n go v UU m Q gt e 2 n m tn 4A SINGLE PICTURE FRAME Place a horizontal nailer flush with the top of the joist from the ledger board to the rim joist Cover nailer with trough making sure to overlap adjoining downspout and trough Cover all seams with tape OPENING ON DOWNSPOUT DOWNSPOUTS INSTALL IN EACH COVER BLOCKING WITH LADDER BOX DO NOT TEAR OUT TROUGH AND TAPE 2 X4 LADDER BOX 4B DOUBLE OR TRIPLE PICTURE FRAME 2 X 4 SHIMS Install the Trex RainEscape system as per previous instructions Page 3 5 Tape all joints and seams Place 2 x 4 pressure treated shim blocking on top of the installed downspouts and troughs Attach decking When attaching decking use DOWNSPOUTS DRAIN INTO fasteners that do not penetrate all the way through lt COLLECTION GUTTER the 2 x 4 shim 4C DOUBLE OR TRIPLE PICTURE FRAME LADDER BOX Place a 11 blocking horizontally on the ends of the bay to support 45 decking Install a 2 x 4 ladder box to support downspouts Trim off all downspout nozzels to accommodate gutter Place downspouts into ladder box DO NOT REMOVE OPENINGS Install a piece of trough material over the 11 block ing making sure to overlap downspouts and the adjoining trough Tape over blocking joints and seam making sure that all screw penetrations go through trough and tape 5 CANTILEVERED DOWNSPOUT Tear off the
10. gh material is spliced it must be replaced Do not try to repair any damage with the Trex RainEscape tape Trex RainEscape COMPETITORS DECK DRAINAGE SYSTEM Jois protectio tret 0 Oo 20 year Limited Residential Warranty 0 17 O QR MN Soffit ceiling Of your Choice oet 0o eee GS caescecdeaect enar Recessed lighting and ceiling fans Oe eee CJ eeemeceneneeec tenen Complete entertainment systems VENDS NEN RENE eA Or Furniture er ce nette ERU es OE Outcdoot kitchens ete Re ETE C3 oavasosvesosoossocesose HOW OUTDOOR LIVING SHOULD FEEL Visit trex com or call 1 800 BUY TREX 2012 Trex Company Inc All rights reserved Trex the Trex logo Trex Transcend Trex DeckLighting Trex Accents Trex Enhance Trex Designer Series Railing Trex Hideaway Trex RainEscape Trex Trim Smooth Edge Trex Pergola Trex Elevations TrexExpress TrexPro Deckscapes and Trex OutdoorFurniture are either federally registered trademarks trademarks or trade dress of Trex Company Inc Winchester Virginia
11. he system because it has to be small enough to fit through the decking Small debris simply passes through the system with water In the rare case that there is some build up simply remove the piece of decking over the affected area and clean as needed Q Is the Trex RainEscape System affected by freezing temperatures A If the system is installed correctly any water that is caught drains out through the down spout in a matter of seconds With no water remaining in the system freezing is not an issue Q What are the overall benefits of the Trex RainEscape System 1 It protects the structural integrity of your deck 2 Easy to install 3 The Trex RainEscape System allows you to create an indoor environment outdoors underneath your deck You can install ceiling fans speakers video electronics and furniture that will all be safe from the elements Q If I run into problms is there a number I can call to ask questions A Yes go to our website 9 trexrainescape com or 1 800 BUY TREX Helpful Tips Snow build up Snow will sit on the decking and as it melts will run through the system Leaves If leaves and debris accumulate in the troughs a standard washing or a hard rain will clean out the system If the tape will not stick In areas such as the perimeter brick or stucco where the Trex RainEscape tape will not stick use the Trex RainEscape caulking to adhere the material Caution Do not splice trough material If the trou
12. icio uut quietus c e a due E Irastallirig a Gutter ySEetTI 2 secs toe ener oec e mei et tenen oie iet Let dte Secale speret omens MODIFICATIONS amp SPECIAL CASES Single Picture Tratme uute dette pe edesot ud Egal tentoria ean te aetna aes Double or Triple Picture Frame i teet d eta atari ap ete vei eves tt t bete E eicit EH a te de eden redd Cantilevered Downspout ceccecceccecceeceeeeeeceeeeeeeseeeecaecaeceeseecsesseceaecaecaeceesaeseeseesceeeesceeseesaesaesieseseeeeeseeseseseeteeteeeeats Obstructions Se POSES tarnen ae AAE E eset AE Cutting Around Downspouts and Obstructions ssssssssssssssssssseeeeeeeenenenn ener nnne Double Extended Decks 31 2 geste e RH RE t RE De ed Low Protile Can Elglits iiit er t atte tet ted tese id x e atre luba bd areca te ed da eee ep ness Modified DOWNSPOUTS citet tetra tee ters onere teme todtetenie fete tees at ads recle co tede tbe mper aE TN ee aas Installing a Trough Over a Double or Triple Beam sssssssssssssseeeeneeeeeeeneneenenre nnns INSTALLATION OVER A TREX ELEVATIONS SYSTEM eee WARRANTY aiti Ein UE capat aeuqe tine adda bdu a edel Lect aud recte fate eu e eR E ean RA LER RR da eae Trex RainEscape is manufactured and distributed by Dri Deck Enterprises LLC Trex is a trademark of and is used by Dri Deck Enterprises LLC under a license with Trex Company Inc BASIC INSTALLATION PARTS DOWNSPOUT 40mil TAPE 4 x 50 CAULKING
13. ist on perimeter of deck In cases where tape will not stick usually on brick or stucco INSTALLING A GUTTER SYSTEM not included Before installing a gutter system perform a water test to clean out the system and check for any leaks Attach a standard gutter system to collect the water from the Trex RainEscape downspouts SIDE VIEW SIDE VIEW ATTACH A STANDARD GUTTER SYSTEM NOT INCLUDED TO COLLECT THE WATER FROM THE TREX RAINESCAPE DOWNSPOUTS DOWNSPOUT SHOULD EXTEND AT LEAST 1 INTO THE GUTTER ATTACHING THE GUTTERS ATTACH A PIECE OF L METAL TO THE GUTTER THEN TO THE BOTTOM OF THE JOIST CUT A TAB ON THE TOP OF THE GUTTER AND FOLD OVER ATTACH TO THE BOTTOM OF THE JOIST NOILVTIVLSNI 2ISVS MODIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL CASES H Zi 5 a Lae CANTILEVERS Trex RainEscape n Zu uu DX can accommodate any angle or radius max of 3 PICTURE FRAME z ze ZA EXTENDED DECK E a P ELECTRICAL DOUBLE OR TRIPLE BEAM 5 EH OBSTRUCTIONS amp POST PV SINGLE PICTURE FRAME TROUGH OVERLAPS BY AT LEAST 1 HORIZONTAL PLUG RUNS THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE JOISTS Ei DOUBLE OR TRIPLE PICTURE FRAME 2 X 4 SHIM DIAGONAL SHIM ON CORNERS TO ACCEPT DECKING DOWNSPOUTS 2 X 4 PRESSURE TREATED SHIM BLOCKING TAPE OVER ALL JOINTS AND SEAMS DO NOT PENETRATE THROUGH SHIMS WHEN ATTACHING lt Oo i
14. ll respects in accordance with the Laws of the State of Colorado without reference to its choice of law rules The U N Convention on Contracts for International Sale of Goods will not apply to this warranty 6 SEVERABILITY If any provision of this warranty is found to be invalid or unenforceable then the remainder shall have full force and the invalid provision shall be partially enforced to the maxi mum extent permitted by law to effectuate the purpose of the agreement 7 ADDRESS FOR NOTICES TO DRI DECK gt Es Es gt zZ 4o lt 12 Frequently Asked Questions Q Can install the system myself A Yes with the easy to follow instructions that come with the Trex RainEscape system a pair of scissors utility knife staple gun and caulking gun are all you need to install the system in one or two hours on most decks Q Can install this over an existing deck A Yes but the existing deck boards must be removed while you install the Trex RainEscape System Q How do Trex RainEscape s prices compare to other similar systems A Although Trex RainEscape is a unique water drainage system it costs less than the nearest competitor Q How durable is the Trex RainEscape System A Made with durable plastic and Ultra Violet inhibitors the Trex RainEscape system will be protected from the sun snow and rain Q How do you clean out the debris A There should be very little if any debris that enters t
15. ner of the structure on which the system is installed who uses the structure for its intended purpose whether residential or commercial 2 DISCLAIMER OF OTHER WARRANTIES The preceding warranties are the exclusive and sole ex press warranties given by Dri Deck They supersede any prior contrary or additional representations whether oral or written DRI DECK HEREBY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE except that for System components purchased directly by a consumer any implied warranties are limited in duration to the term of express warranties provided above Some states do not allow limita tions on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you 3 EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY NONCONFORMITIES If during the applicable warranty period the System or its components do not conform to the preceding Warranties the Owner shall notify Dri Deck as provided below and within a reasonable time Dri Deck will provide at its option one of the following 1 replacement components for any noncon forming or defective components or 2 the percentage of the purchase price for the non conforming System com ponents equal to the percentage of the warranty period remaining when Dri Deck is notified of the nonconformity
16. or cut out the front opening Cut through the back of the downspout from top to bottom Adjust the downspout to fit in the bay and staple to secure Finish by taping the seam from top to bottom CUT DOWNSPOUT ADJUST SIZE AND STAPLE THROUGH THE BACK TO THE BACK OF THE BAY TOP TO BOTTOM m TAPE SEAM TOP TO BOTTOM MAXIMUM DEPTH FOR TROUGH IS 4 TROUGH TROUGH SHOULD NOT MAKE CONTACT WITH THE RECESSED CAN LIGHT OPTION ADD A PIECE OF CEMENT SIDING OR DRYWALL TO DEFLECT THE HEAT FROM THE TROUGH 9 INSTALLING A TROUGH OVER A DOUBLE OR TRIPLE BEAM Caulk between each beam to ensure a water tight seal between the beams Cover the top of the beam with the trough material that overlaps into both adjacent bays Tape seams and trough material where screws penetration may occur RUN A BEAD OF b p CAULK BETWEEN BEAMS S 94 APE OVER ENTIRE BEAM TO ENSURE PROPER SEALING WHEN ATTACHING TROUGH AND DECKING INSTALLATION USING THE TREX INSTALL SPAN UPSIDE DOWN TO AVOID SCREWS PUNCTURING THE TROUGH 1 PREP Apply blocking mid span between joists Block ing should be angled back to leave a minimum of 2 V2 3 from the top of the joist Turn blocking around So screws do not puncture trough This blocking method only applies when using Trex RainEscape for blocking inst
17. ructions for a standard Trex Eleva tions see instructions for Elevations Please note To properly install the Trex RainEscape system over the Trex Elevations system requires a minimum of 2 people CUT 3 6 STRIPS OF DOUBLE SIDED TREX RAINESCAPE TAPE AND PLACE EVERY 16 TO 20 ALONG THE JOIST amp PERIMETER LEAVING BACKING ON 2 TAPE AROUND JOIST AND PERIMETER Cut 3 6 strips of the Trex RainEscape double sided tape and place every 16 20 along the joists and perimeter leaving backing on ELEVATIONS SYSTEM 3 DOWNSPOUTS Remove the backing on the double sided tape and place the downspout in the joist bay Repeat the process the same as you would ina standard Trex RainEscape installation REMOVE TAPE BACKING AND PLACE DOWNSPOUTS INTO THE JOIST BAY 4 TROUGHS Remove the backing on the double sided tape on one side of the joist and place the first side of the trough as you would in a standard installation Place new strips of the Trex RainEscape double sided tape along the top of the adjoining trough and install as you would in a standard installation 4A REMOVE TAPE BACKING AND PLACE THE TROUGH IN THE JOIST BAY AS YOU WOULD IN A STANDARD INSTALLATION m I m E e 9 Z 77 7 lt e Es m ES SEALING THE SYSTEM Tape the finished System as you would in a stan dard installation ADD NEW TAPE TO THE TOP OF THE NSTA
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