Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsGutter Guard by Gutterglove ManualsBuilding materials3 ft. L x 5 in. W Stainless Steel Micro-Mesh Gutter Guard (13-Pack)

New or freshly sharpened straight cut Tin Snips.

*Another option for cutting the gutter guards is a

Hacksaw with a new blade.

Before You Begin - 6 Things to Know:

1. Choose Install Option and IMPORTANT Reminders ···················· 2

2. Determine Slope of Gutter Guard ············································· 3

3. Choose Install Method ························································· 4-5

4. Don’t Miss These Steps! ·························································· 6

5. Install Basics ········································································· 7

6. How To Bend The Mesh ························································ 8-9

• Maintaining Your Gutter Guards ············································· 10

• 25 Year Warranty ·································································· 12

Toll Free: 866-892-8442

Monday – Friday

8am to 5pm PST

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Drill for self-tapping

screws (included).

*Not needed if using

the tape install option.

Extension Ladder and

Ladder Standoff to push

ladder away from gutter.

Safety:

We recommend you wear

gloves and safety glasses.

Email: CustomerService@Guerglove.com

Website: GuerGuard.com

We are honored that you chose our gutter guard to protect your home!

IMPORTANT: Please contact our Customer Service Team for

product and installation support.

Patent Protected: Gutterglove.com/patents

IMPORTANT: All gutter

guards can cause icicle

formations in freezing

climates. (Refer to Page 3)

Summary of content (12 pages)

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We are honored that you chose our gutter guard to protect your home! IMPORTANT: Please contact our Customer Service Team for product and installation support. Toll Free: 866-892-8442 Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm PST Email: CustomerService@Gutterglove.com Website: GutterGuard.com TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Extension Ladder and Ladder Standoff to push ladder away from gutter. Safety: We recommend you wear gloves and safety glasses. IMPORTANT: All gutter guards can cause icicle formations in freezing climates.
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Choose Install Option: Tape It On or Screw It On 2 Install Options: You can either Tape it on with the 3M Very High Bond tape that comes on each section of gutter guard, or you can Screw it on with the supplied self-tapping screws (use 3 screws per 4 foot section). Tape it on Screw it on Use 3 screws per 4 foot section TAPE IT ON: Ensure you clean off the front top lip of your gutter by using a mixture of rubbing alcohol and water, and wipe off all residue.
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Determine Slope of Gutter Guard The ideal slope of the gutter guard is between 5 to 25 degrees. However, if your roof is steeply pitched or your gutter is hung low, it is recommended to drop the slope of the gutter guard to between 5 and 10 degrees. FREEZING CONDITIONS: If you live in an area that is prone to freezing, the following issues can occur with any gutter guard: ICICLES & ICE DAMS can form on your gutter during freezing conditions. Ice dams can cause water to leak back into your home.
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Choose Install Method Select the diagram that best resembles your gutter and roof configuration. This will determine your recommended installation method. Once you have selected a diagram, continue to the Install Basics. OPTION 1: Bend mesh up Fascia wood Gutter OPTION 2: Bend mesh down Fascia wood DIAGRAM A Traditional gutter and roof configuration: Slide gutter guard under roof shingles.
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Continued...Choose Install Method Flat roof OPTION 1: Bend mesh up OPTION 2: Bend mesh down Fascia wood Screw for holding up gutter guard. Fascia wood Gutter Gutter DIAGRAM D Flat roof: Bend the mesh up or down and fasten to the back of the gutter, drip edge or fascia with screws.
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Don’t Miss These Steps! Follow these rules to ensure proper installation of your gutter guard. RULE #1 Remove gap: Front frame of the gutter guard should be flat against the front lip of your gutter. Front frame of gutter guard PUSH DOWN FLAT TO REMOVE GAP Gap Front lip of gutter Fascia wood Gutter RULE #2 Trough depth: The mesh trough must be at least 1/8th of an inch below the front lip of the gutter.
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Install Basics JOINING SECTIONS CUTTING SECTIONS Trim off the tip of the mesh that extends past the edge of the front rail. Overlap sections together on top of each other. Cut front & back aluminum rail. Trim mesh. Snap in two. INSIDE MITER Trim off aluminum ends, exposing mesh. Tuck mesh down inside gutter adjacent to adjoining miter. OUTSIDE MITER Bend one section down in gutter to allow room for adjoining section. Cut adjoining section at 45 degrees.
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How To Bend The Mesh Bending the back of the mesh allows the gutter guard to be installed on all gutter and roof configurations. You will need two 1” x 2” boards 4.5’ long and two 4” clamps. Choose a board that has square edges. A square edged board will put straight creases in the mesh when you bend it. Bend the mesh up or down depending on install method chosen. 8 Support 866-892-8442 customerservice@gutterglove.
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Continued...How To Bend The Mesh Below are several examples of where you can customize your installation by bending the mesh so the gutter guard is ready to install on any gutter and roof configuration. Support 866-892-8442 customerservice@gutterglove.
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Maintaining Your Gutter Guards “The best part is that the manufacturer [Gutterglove, Inc.] actually tells the truth. It tells homeowners that they will periodically have to clean dried organic debris from the top of the gutter guard.” - The Washington Post How to keep your gutter guards at peak performance. Your new gutter guards are designed to be easy to maintain. Follow the tips below for easy maintenance. 1.
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SUPPORT: 866-892-8442 CustomerService@Gutterglove.com Visit HOW TO INSTALL page on: GutterGuard.
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Register ONLINE: GutterGuard.com 25 Year Limited Parts Warranty Gutterglove, Inc. (herein referred to as GGI) warrants to the original purchaser that its specially designed Gutter Guard by Gutterglove will be free from defects in manufactured parts and agrees that it will, at its option only, either repair the defect or replace the defective part thereof with a new or reconditioned equivalent.