Installation Instructions 45"5,!2 3+9,)'(4 CALL US FIRST Do not return to the store! For assistance with your Tubular Skylight installation, or for additional product information, call our toll-free customer service number: 1-866-635-4968, or visit us online at www.odl.com. Important Be sure to first read through and then follow completely all step-by-step instructions. This will help to insure proper installation and functionality. Expect installation to take from 1 to 3 hours.
Section-i What You Need To Know REVIEW THIS INFORMATION PRIOR TO BEGINNING INSTALLATION These instructions have been designed to help install your ODL® Tubular Skylight easily and safely. We’ve included a parts list, list of tools required, installation instructions for a variety of ceiling types, handy tips, and safety precautions. Please read these instructions thoroughly before installing your ODL® Tubular Skylight. Pay particular attention to the assembly diagrams, assembly order, and part names.
Section-ii Limited Warranty for ODL Tubular Skylights Effective 02/04 Warranty Coverage Remedies Subject to the conditions, exclusions and limitations herein, ODL Incorporated (“ODL”) warrants that its Tubular Skylight Product (“Product”) is free from defects in material and workmanship that would render the Product unfit for its normal and recommended use. After receiving a valid claim, ODL will, at its option, provide a replacement Product (or part, as appropriate) of like kind and design.
Section-iii Tools & Parts Identification TOOLS PARTS Carpenter Pencil Solar Lens® Dome (10” Dome shown) Claw Hammer (4) dome washers (4) 3/4” dome screws Coat Hanger Wire Flat Pry Bar Roof Flashing (Composite flashing shown) Ladder (9) 2” flashing screws Metal Shears (9) flashing washers Phillips Screwdriver Adjustable Tubes Plumb Line (1) roll of foil tape Power Drill Power Saw (2) hole cutting templates Safety Equipment Measuring Tape Roof Sealant (Not provided in kit) Exterior Clear Pure
Section-1 Determine The Desired Position Of The Tubular Skylight In The Ceiling TOOLS & PARTS Carpenter Pencil Claw Hammer Coat Hanger Wire Measuring Tape These instructions outline the step-by-step process to install an ODL Tubular Skylight. Before starting, review all instructions and become familiar with the parts shown on the previous page. SPECIAL NOTES • Always use safe procedures. • Wear safety glasses when working with tools. • Check all measurements before cutting or drilling.
Section-2 Locating The Roof Position TOOLS & PARTS 1 Straight Tube Installation In the attic, use a plumb line to find a straight location from the ceiling hole to the roof location. Center the opening for the tube between the framing members. Drive a nail up into the roof deck and through the shingles. 2 Angled Tube Installation In the attic, if there are obstructions at the roof location (valleys, wires, pipes, ducts, framing, etc.
Section-3 Prepare The Components TOOLS & PARTS 1 Remove protective film from inside all tubes. Adjustable Tubes Hole Cutting Template 1 CAUTION After removing protective film, keep tube sections out of direct sunlight. Tube sections focus sunlight and can generate intense heat. CAUTION From the hardware pack, be sure to use the correct hole cutting template for the selected tube size.
Section-4a On The Roof IMPORTANT TOOLS & PARTS For 14” skylight with 16” on-center rafter spacing, see below. See Section 12 for metal roof installation. See Section 13 for tile roof installation. Carpenter Pencil Ladder Safety Equipment 1 Select the correct hole cutting template for the tube (10” or 14”). 2 Locate the protruding nail. Use the correct holecutting template to trace the diameter of the outer template hole. 3 Use a reciprocating/sabre saw to cut the roof hole.
Section-4b On The Roof TIP TOOLS & PARTS The vertical seam of the reflective tube should point to the East or West to avoid irregular light patterns in your room. Caulk Gun Claw Hammer 1 Use a flat pry bar to carefully break the seals on the shingles upslope above the cuthole. Use a claw hammer to remove nails on the shingles above the cut hole. 2 Generously apply roof sealant around bottom of flashing. Slide top and sides of roof flashing under top shingles.
Section-4c On The Roof TOOLS & PARTS 1 Ladder Phillips Screwdriver Safety Equipment 3/4” Dome Screws Dome Washers NOTE It is easier if 2 people work/turn the tube in opposite directions to angle the tube as needed. 2 Top Adjustable Tube Solar Dome Exterior Clear Pure Silicone For angled tube installation, reach and adjust the Adjustable Tube so it points to the wire in the ceiling, or adjust the angle of the tube and then insert tube into flashing.
Section-5 Inside The Room IMPORTANT TOOLS & PARTS For 14” skylight with 16” on-center rafter spacing, see below. Pencil Phillips Screwdriver Power Saw 1 Hole Cutting Template Ceiling Trim Ring Using the correct Hole Cutting Guide for your size tube, and a pencil, locate protruding wire in the ceiling and trace the diameter of the ceiling inner hole using the template marked “A”. TIP You may have to drill a hole inside the traced diameter circle to insert saw blade.
Section-6 In The Attic TIP TOOLS & PARTS The vertical seam of the reflective tube should point to the East or West to avoid irregular light patterns in your room. Measuring Tape Bottom Adjustable Tube IMPORTANT At this point, if you purchased a dimmer or combo kit, this is where you reference the dimmer instructions, packaged with the dimmer unit. Foil Tape 1 2 Gently set the Bottom Adjustable Tube flange down on the trim ring. Do not snap in place at this time.
Section-7 When Cutting Your Tube... TOOLS & PARTS IMPORTANT Once contact is made with adhesive strip on an Extension Tube, parts cannot be repositioned. Carpenter Pencil Metal Shears 1 Safety Equipment Safety Glasses Be sure to measure and cut if necessary, before removing adhesive strip and assembling the Extension Tube. Wear gloves when working with sharp edges. TIP Extension Tubes When trimming Extension Tubes, always measure and start from the wide end where tube end diameter = 10” or 14”.
Section-8 Tube Length Chart Less Than 25” 26” Through 48” More Than 48” (Must use bottom adjustable tube only ) Tube Extension (Sold separately ) 14
Section-9 Inside The Room TOOLS & PARTS 1 Diffuser Lens Assembly Install the Diffuser Assembly by aligning the Diffuser with the three tabs on the Trim Ring. Turn clockwise until snug in place on the ceiling. TIP Diffuser should be rotated at least through two “clicks”. (Full rotation is four “clicks”) to attach to Trim Ring.
1 For new homes and projects requiring building permits cut out NFRC label once product installation is complete. 2 Affix to diffuser ring as shown and secure with tape. 3 Label to remain in place until final inspection to qualify project for Energy Star. tuck under ring cut out along dotted line, and place under diffuser ring after installation. U-Factor: The lower the value the lower the rate of heat flow. Less heat flows so heating and cooling bills are reduced.
