Installation Guide

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Vertical Siding
HS1237-P1/3 1/13
Figure 2
Caulk Joint
leave appropriate gap between
panels, then caulk*
water-resistive barrier
2 x 4 stud
“H” Joint
water-resistive barrier
2 x 4 stud
Batten Joint
water-resistive barrier
2 x 4 stud
Figure 1
Figure 4
Recommendation: When
installing Sierra 8, provide
a double stud at panel
joints to avoid nailing
through grooves.
Figure 3
moderate contact
keep fasteners 2"
away from corners
plate
keep nails
3/8" min.
from panel
edges
water-resistive
barrier
stud
HardiePanel
vertical siding
3/8"
sheathing
upper panel
1/4" gap
Z-flashing
Do not
Caulk
lower
panel
upper panel
1/4" gap
Z-flashing
Do not
Caulk
lower
panel
decorative
band board
water-resistive
barrier
water-resistive
barrier
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
• These instructions to be used for single family installations only. **For Commercial / Multi-Family installation requirements go to www.JamesHardieCommercial.com
• HardiePanel
®
vertical siding can be installed over braced wood or steel studs spaced a maximum of 24" o.c. See general fastening requirements. Irregularities in framing
and sheathing can mirror through the finished application.
• Information on installing James Hardie products over foam can be located in JH Tech Bulletin 19 at www. jamehardie.com
• A water-resistive barrier is required in accordance with local building code requirements. The water-resistive barrier must be appropriately installed with penetration
and junction flashing in accordance with local building code requirements. James Hardie will assume no responsibility for water infiltration. James Hardie does
manufacture HardieWrap
™
Weather Barrier, a non-woven non-perforated housewrap¹, which complies with building code requirements.
• When installing James Hardie products all clearance details in figs. 3,5,6,7,8,9,10 &11 must be followed.
• Adjacent finished grade must slope away from the building in accordance with local building codes - typically a minimum of 6" in the first 10'.
• Do not install James Hardie products, such that they may remain in contact with standing water.
• HardiePanel vertical siding may be installed on vertical wall applications only.
• DO NOT use HardiePanel vertical siding in Fascia or Trim applications.
• Some application are not suitable for ColorPlus. Refer to ColorPlus section page 3.
• DO NOT use stain, oil/alkyd base paint, or powder coating on James Hardie
®
Products.
• For larger projects, including commercial and multi-family projects, where the span of the wall is significant in length, the designer and/or architect should take into
consideration the coefficient of thermal expansion and moisture movement of the product in their design. These values can be found in the Technical Bulletin #8
“Expansion Characteristics” at www.JamesHardie.com.
INSTALLATION:
Fastener Requirements
Position fasteners 3/8" from panel edges and no closer than 2" away from
corners. Do not nail into corners. HardiePanel Vertical Siding Installation
• Framing must be provided at horizontal and vertical edges for nailing.
• HardiePanel vertical siding must be joined on stud.
• Double stud may be required to maintain minimum edge
nailing distances.
Joint Treatment
• Vertical Joints - Install panels in moderate contact (fig. 1), alternatively joints
may also be covered with battens, PVC or metal jointers or caulked
(Not applicable to ColorPlus
®
Finish) (fig. 2).
• Horizontal Joints - Provide Z-flashing at all horizontal joints (fig. 3).
WARNING: AVOID BREATHING SILICA DUST
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
S M OOT H
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CEDARMI L L
©
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S E L ECT S I ERRA 8
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S TUCCO
(Not applicable to ColorPlus
®
Finish)
*Apply caulk in accordance with caulk manufacturer’s written application instructions.
EFFECTIVE MAY 2014
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS SINGLE FAMILY ONLY - PRIMED & COLORPLUS
®
PRODUCTS
Visit www.jameshardie.com for the most recent version.
Store flat and keep dry and
covered prior to installation. Installing
siding wet or saturated may result in
shrinkage at butt joints. Carry planks
on edge. Protect edges and corners
from breakage. James Hardie is not
responsible for damage caused
by improper storage and handling of
the product.
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
STORAGE & HANDLING:
¹For additional information on HardieWrap™ Weather Barrier, consult James Hardie at 1-866-4Hardie or www.hardiewrap.com
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.
TO DETERMINE WHICH HARDIEZONE APPLIES TO YOUR LOCATION, VISIT WWW.HARDIEZONE.COM OR CALL 1-866-942-7343 (866 9HARDIE)
**James Hardie recommends installing a rainscreen (an air gap) between the HardiePanel siding and the water-resistive barrier as a best practice.
James Hardie recommends that you consult your design professional if you have questions regarding the use of rainscreen on your single family project.