ANNIN FLAGMAKERS 395 - User Manual

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 20FT 3-SECTION FLAGPOLE
Tools and Accessories Required (Not included)
Foundation Requirement
Dig a hole, 20” by 20” by 26” deep.
Line the bottom 2” of the hole with loose stones for drainage.
Place the ground sleeve upright into the center of the hole and surround with premixed concrete.
Do not allow concrete to get into or under the sleeve.
Use a level to ensure the sleeve remains plumb while filling the hole and preparing the foundation.
Allow for an inch of ground sleeve to stick above the top of the concrete.
Leave concrete to set.
Please note: If the ground is soft or sandy, increase the diameter of your hole and the concrete used.
Your Pole is now ready to fly your flag
The Nylon snap hooks can now be attached to the halyard (see illustration) spaced to accommodate the
size of your flag. Attach and hoist flag. The halyard may be secured to the cleat in a figure eight fashion.
Proper flag etiquette precludes flying the flag in inclement weather. Furthermore,
the flag should not be flown in high winds. It can damage the pole and flag.
Level
Screwdriver - Phillips
Concrete
Shovel
Shims
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Installing your flagpole
Remove the pole sections from their packaging • Join the three sections together, lining up the mold mark.
Insert the small screw, through the screw cap provided, into the hole on the upper joint and secure. Fold the white screw
cap over the head of the screw.
Sleeve the flash collar down from the top of the pole to within 2ft from the base of the pole.
To attach the cleat:
The cleat is used, both to secure the halyard; and to fix the bottom joint together.
First, insert the 2 rubber anchor nuts into the 2 pre-drilled holes either side of the bottom joint.
Then attach the cleat, using the 2 phillips screws, screwing them tightly into the 2 rubber anchor nuts, compressing the anchor
nuts and making for a firmly-fixed bottom joint.
Insert the stem of the Ball Finial into the truck at the top of the pole and secure with lock nut provided.
Thread Halyard through the truck and bring the two loose ends together with a knot, attaching to the cleat.
Secure the truck to the aluminium ring at the tip of the mast using grub screws in truck.
Bring the butt of the pole to the foundation ground sleeve.
Walk the pole up to the foundation, gently lifting it and sliding it into the ground sleeve.
Rotate the pole so that the cleat is turned to the preferred location and secure the pole within the ground
sleeve using small wooden shims.
We recommend using a small strip of caulking to seal the space between sleeve and pole.
Drop the flash collar to cover the foundation detail.
COPYRIGHT 2011 • ANNIN FLAGMAKERS, ROSELAND, NJ 07068
Villager III (Item# 395)

Summary

Foundation Requirement

Digging and Drainage

Details on digging the foundation hole and adding drainage stones.

Setting the Ground Sleeve

Instructions for placing and leveling the ground sleeve in concrete.

Concrete Setting and Sleeve Height

Guidance on concrete setting time and ensuring proper sleeve height.

Installing Your Flagpole

Assembling Pole Sections

Steps for joining the three flagpole sections together.

Securing Pole Joints

Method for securing the assembled pole sections using screws.

Attaching the Cleat

Procedure for attaching the cleat to the bottom joint of the flagpole.

Installing the Finial

Instructions for installing the ball finial at the top of the flagpole.

Attaching the Halyard

Guidance on threading and securing the halyard to the flagpole.

Mounting the Pole

Steps for inserting the flagpole into the foundation ground sleeve.

Securing the Pole

How to position and secure the flagpole in the ground sleeve.

Finishing Touches

Final steps to seal the pole base and cover the foundation.

Flying Your Flag

Attaching Snap Hooks

Instructions for attaching snap hooks to the flagpole halyard.

Flag Etiquette

Guidelines on proper flag flying and weather conditions.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document provides assembly instructions for the Annin Flagmakers Villager III 20ft 3-Section Flagpole (Item# 395), a fiberglass flagpole designed for residential use. The manual details the necessary tools, foundation requirements, installation steps, and features of the flagpole.

Function Description

The Annin Flagmakers Villager III flagpole is designed to display flags. It consists of three interlocking fiberglass pole sections that, once assembled and properly installed in a ground sleeve, provide a stable structure for hoisting a flag. The flagpole includes a halyard system with snap hooks for attaching and raising the flag, and a cleat for securing the halyard. A ball finial adorns the top of the pole, and a ground collar provides a finished look at the base.

Important Technical Specifications

• Flagpole Height: 20 feet (assembled).
• Sections: 3-section fiberglass pole.
• Foundation Hole Dimensions: 20 inches (width) x 20 inches (length) x 26 inches (depth).
• Ground Sleeve: Included, designed to be set in concrete.
• Materials: Fiberglass pole sections, rubber anchor nuts for cleat, aluminum ring for truck, wooden shims for securing the pole, nylon snap hooks for flag attachment.
• Included Components: 3 sections of pole, 1 ground sleeve, 1 ground collar, 1 fairlead, 1 ball finial, 1 cleat, 2 screws, 2 rubber anchor nuts, 1 halyard, 2 snap hooks.
• Required Tools (Not Included): Level, screwdriver (Phillips), concrete, shims, shovel.

Usage Features

• Easy Assembly: The flagpole is designed for straightforward assembly, with three pole sections that join together. Mold marks assist in aligning the sections correctly. A small screw and cap secure the upper joint.
• Secure Halyard System: The halyard threads through a truck at the top of the pole. Nylon snap hooks attach to the halyard, allowing for easy flag attachment and hoisting. The halyard is secured to a cleat at the base of the pole, typically in a figure-eight fashion.
• Adjustable Flag Attachment: The nylon snap hooks can be spaced along the halyard to accommodate different flag sizes.
• Ground Collar: A flash collar (ground collar) sleeves down the pole to cover the foundation detail, providing a clean, finished appearance at the base.
• Cleat Functionality: The cleat serves a dual purpose: securing the halyard and fixing the bottom joint of the flagpole. It is attached using rubber anchor nuts and Phillips screws, which compress the nuts for a firm connection.
• Ball Finial: A decorative ball finial inserts into the truck at the top of the pole and is secured with a lock nut.
• Installation Video: An installation video is available online (https://www.youtube.com/user/Anninvideo) to guide users through the assembly process, enhancing ease of use.

Maintenance Features

• Foundation Stability: The foundation requires a 20"x20"x26" hole, with 2 inches of loose stones at the bottom for drainage. The ground sleeve is set upright in the center of the hole and surrounded by premixed concrete, ensuring a stable base. It is crucial to prevent concrete from getting into or under the sleeve.
• Plumb Installation: A level must be used during concrete setting to ensure the ground sleeve remains plumb, which is essential for the flagpole's vertical alignment and stability.
• Ground Sleeve Height: An inch of the ground sleeve should extend above the top of the concrete, allowing for proper drainage and preventing water from pooling around the pole's base.
• Enhanced Stability for Soft Ground: If the ground is soft or sandy, the manual recommends increasing the diameter of the foundation hole and the amount of concrete used, thereby improving the flagpole's stability in challenging soil conditions.
• Pole Securing: Once the pole is placed into the ground sleeve, small wooden shims are used to secure it firmly within the sleeve.
• Weather Sealing: A small strip of caulking is recommended to seal the space between the sleeve and the pole, which helps prevent water ingress and potential damage to the foundation or pole.
• Flash Collar for Aesthetics and Protection: The flash collar drops down to cover the foundation, protecting it from the elements and providing a neat appearance.
• Flag Etiquette and Durability: The manual advises against flying the flag in inclement weather or high winds, as this can damage both the pole and the flag, promoting longevity through responsible use.

ANNIN FLAGMAKERS 395 Specifications

General

Brand	ANNIN FLAGMAKERS
Model	395
Category	Racks & Stands
Language	English