Coolaroo Coolhaven Shade Sail Kit - Choosing a Suitable Location for Your Shade Sail; Using Existing Supports for Shade Sails

Coolhaven Shade Sail Kit
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SUITABLE LOCATION
Once you have identied the location for your
shade sail(s) it is important to determine the
most suitable xing points for the sail’s corners
(Fig. 1). Potential xing points like a pergola,
sundeck, large tree or building fascia may
already exist.
IMPORTANT: Ensure all xing points are
structurally sound and if unsure about
xing points, obtain independent advice
from a builder or engineer. A minimum
xing height of 7′10″ is suggested.
Lay out the shade sail in the area where it is to
be erected to determine suitable xing points.
Allow a minimum of an additional 10% of the
shade sail length between each xing point and
the end of the shade sail’s xing accessory for
proper tensioning.
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USING EXISTING SUPPORTS
A. Attaching to Fascia: If you intend to x your
shade sail to a fascia, the use of a fascia
support is strongly recommended. The fascia
support is used to connect the overhangs
of raers or trusses to fascias giving them
additional strength. Fascia supports are
available from your local hardware store
(Fig.2).
B. Attaching to Trees: We recommend that
the xing of shade sails to trees be for
TEMPORARY USE ONLY. The diameter of
the tree where the shade sail will be xed
should be at least 9.75″.
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Metal Fascia
Sail
Fascia Support
Rafter/Truss
Rafter/Truss
Timber Fascia
Fig. 2
Possible Fixing Points
Min. 10%
of sail length
Min. 10% of sail length
Min. 10%
of sail length
Possible Fixing
Points
Fig. 1
IMPORTANT: These instructions are to be used as a guide only. Installation requirements can vary depending
on factors such as soil types, anchor points, wind conditions in your region, etc. GALE Pacic accepts no
responsibility for installation requirements, please consult a qualied builder or engineer.
Before beginning your shade sail installation it is very important that you consider various factors to ensure the
success of shading the desired area. Take into account the following:
• Size and shape of the shade sail
• Direction and angle of the sun
• Strength of the existing structures intended to be anchor points
• Ability to insert xing posts
• Location of barbecues, electrical/telephone cables, water and sprinkler pipes, etc.
There may be other factors, specic to your situation, that should also be taken into consideration.