Instructions / Assembly

STEP T HREE
Move the side panels to their
final location (you will need a helper).
If you purchased the trim kit, slide base molds up the post as shown.
When you have identified the location of each post, as
indicated by the measurements on the first page of these
instructions, mark the positions of the posts, then move the
panels aside.
Excavate four holes approx 33 in. (83.8 cm.) deep. The location
and e xcavation of these four holes is the m ost critical step and
should be completed with care. The depth of these holes will
allow the post extension (if chosen as option) joint to be hidden 3
in. (7
.6 cm.) under the ground.
Carefully move the side panels back into position and level
both horizontal and vertically.
Check your measurements to confirm posts are placed
correctly to receive arch system. THIS IS A CRITICIAL STEP.
Install the Side Panels
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Into Earth with Concrete Footing (Option One)
(Ass
uming posts have been extended)
Arch must be well secured to prevent tipping over from
wind load, etc.
* Do not backfill the holes with cement at this stage.
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The Nantucket Legacy Arbor / Arch
You have Three Options to Complete this Step.
(All purchased separately)
OPTION ONE - If Your Arch:
• is going to be installed with fencing or a gate
• is located in a high wind or hurricane area
• is located in ground conditions that are not level
Consider Using:
A - 4x4
Professional Post Extension Kit (30 in./76.2 cm. long), (Kit of 4)
• Purchase from Vita, www.wearevita.com
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footings
• Follow instructions included with the kit
- or -
B - 4 x 4 x 4’ Long Wood Post (4)
• Purchase separate from your local lumberyard
• Recommended to be installed in concrete footing
OPTIO N T WO - If Your Arch:
• is intended to be used as a stand alone garden accent or pathway
• is located on level ground
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(Measurements shown are inside to inside of posts)
33 in.
83.8 cm.
10 in.
25.4 cm.
51.8 in.
131.6 cm.
20 in.
559 cm.
Level
(Posts have been extended with 4x4 Professional Post Extension Kit)
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*If you purchased the trim kit, slide
the base molds up the posts as shown.
• Purchase from Vita, www.wearevita.com
• Instructions are included with the kit
Consider Using:
4” EZ Mount Post (Kit of 4)