Installation Guide

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GENERAL INFORMATION

BASIC INSTALLATION

Parts ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Tools ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Prep ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Installing the Trex RainEscape Downspout ................................................................................................................. 4

Installing the Trex RainEscape Trough ......................................................................................................................... 5

Tape all Seams .............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Installation of a Gutter System .....................................................................................................................................7

MODIFICATIONS & SPECIAL CASES

Single Picture Frame ..................................................................................................................................................... 8

Double or Triple Picture Frame .................................................................................................................................... 8

Cantilevered Downspout .............................................................................................................................................. 9

Obstructions & Posts .................................................................................................................................................... 9

Using the Trex RainEscape Post Flash .......................................................................................................................... 9

Surface Post Mount ......................................................................................................................................................10

Installation of a Trough Over a Double or Triple Beam ..............................................................................................10

Modiﬁed Downspouts ..................................................................................................................................................10

Cutting Around Downspouts and Obstructions ........................................................................................................10

Double Extended Decks .............................................................................................................................................. 11

Low Proﬁle Can Lights ................................................................................................................................................. 11

Installing Over Deck Steps ........................................................................................................................................... 11

INSTALLATION OVER A TREX ELEVATIONS

SYSTEM ..................................................................................12

WARRANTY .............................................................................................................................................................. 13

Q & A .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

DO'S

» DO make sure your joists are straight and square.

Gutters should have outlets every 12' to 14'.

» DO make sure the trough is wrinkle free and has proper

fall to the downspout. Check with local agencies for

permits and codes prior to any electrical installations.

» DO check out Trex RainEscape channel on youtube.com.

» DO call Trex RainEscape at (1-877-348-1385).

DON'TS

» DO NOT staple Trex RainEscape products anywhere other

than over ﬂoor joist, ledgers, rim joists, headers, etc.

» DO NOT use spiked hidden fasteners. Call Trex RainEscape

(1-877-348-1385) for directions.

» DO NOT stand anywhere other than directly on top of

ﬂoor joists, ledgers, rim joists or headers as the Trex

RainEscape system will not support you.

» DO NOT pre-drill decking on the Trex RainEscape product.

» DO NOT overlap troughs to extend length.

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