Installation Guide

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James Hardie
®
products contain respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and is considered by IARC and NIOSH to be a cause of cancer from some occupational
sources. Breathing excessive amounts of respirable silica dust can also cause a disabling and potentially fatal lung disease called silicosis, and has been linked with other diseases. Some studies suggest
smoking may increase these risks. During installation or handling: (1) work in outdoor areas with ample ventilation; (2) use fiber cement shears for cutting or, where not feasible, use a HardieBlade
®
saw blade
and dust-reducing circular saw attached to a HEPA vacuum; (3) warn others in the immediate area; (4) wear a properly-fitted, NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator (e.g. N-95) in accordance with applicable
government regulations and manufacturer instructions to further limit respirable silica exposures. During clean-up, use HEPA vacuums or wet cleanup methods - never dry sweep. For further information, refer
to our installation instructions and Material Safety Data Sheet available at www.jameshardie.com or by calling 1-800-9HARDIE (1-800-942-7343). FAILURE TO ADHERE TO OUR WARNINGS, MSDS, AND
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
SD050905
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
• HardieSoffit
®
beaded porch panels may be installed as a soffit or ceiling over either steel or wood framing complying with the local building
code. Install soffits to nominal 2 x 4 framing members spaced a maximum of 24 inches on center (fig.1), with the long dimension perpendicular
to the rafter or joist framing.
• All edges must be supported by framing. (fig. 1)
• Install water barriers and air barriers as required by local building codes. James Hardie will assume no responsibility for moisture infiltration.
• DO NOT use stain, oil/alkyd base paint, or powder coating on James Hardie
®
Products.
• Ensure gutters have end caps. Maintain a minimum 1” gap between end caps and siding & trim (fig.5).
• Install kickout flashing at roof-wall junctions. (fig 6.)
• DO NOT use finish nails.
INSTALLATION:
• HardieSoffit beaded porch panels must be fastened to a solid, nailable substrate such as wood.
• Additional framing may be needed to ensure proper fastening.
• Panels can be installed as shown in figure 1.
SF1205-P1/4 6/13
Figure 1
24” o.c.
max
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS - PRIMED & COLORPLUS
®
PRODUCTS
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Beaded Porch Panels
OUTDOORS
1. Position cutting station so that wind will blow dust away from user
and others in working area.
2. Use one of the following methods:
a. Best: i. Score and snap
ii. Shears (manual, electric or pneumatic)
b. Better: i. Dust reducing circular saw equipped with a
HardieBlade
®
saw blade and HEPA vacuum extraction
c. Good: i. Dust reducing circular saw with a HardieBlade saw blade
(only use for low to moderate cutting)
INDOORS
1. Cut only using score and snap, or shears (manual, electric or pneumatic).
2. Position cutting station in well-ventilated area
- NEVER use a power saw indoors
- NEVER use a circular saw blade that does not carry the HardieBlade saw blade trademark
- NEVER dry sweep – Use wet suppression or HEPA Vacuum
Important Note: For maximum protection (lowest respirable dust production), James Hardie recommends always using “Best”-level cutting methods where feasible.
NIOSH-approved respirators can be used in conjunction with above cutting practices to further reduce dust exposures. Additional exposure information is available
at www.jameshardie.com to help you determine the most appropriate cutting method for your job requirements. If concern still exists about exposure levels or you
do not comply with the above practices, you should always consult a qualified industrial hygienist or contact James Hardie for further information.
SD083105
CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2013
IMPORTANT: FAILURE TO INSTALL AND FINISH THIS PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES AND JAMES HARDIE
WRITTEN APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY, AFFECT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, VIOLATE LOCAL BUILDING CODES,
AND VOID THE PRODUCT ONLY WARRANTY. BEFORE INSTALLATION, CONFIRM THAT YOU ARE USING THE CORRECT HARDIEZONE INSTRUCTIONS.
INSTALLATION OF HZ10
®
PRODUCTS OUTSIDE AN HZ10
®
LOCATION WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. TO DETERMINE WHICH HARDIEZONE APPLIES
TO YOUR LOCATION, VISIT WWW.HARDIEZONE.COM OR CALL 1-866-942-7343 (866 9HARDIE)
Store flat and keep dry and covered prior
to installation. Installing siding wet or
saturated may result in shrinkage at butt
joints. Carry product on edge. Protect
edges and corners from breakage. James
Hardie is not responsible for damage
caused by improper storage and handling
of the product.
STORAGE & HANDLING: