New England Arbors VA80207 User Manual

Bolt Down Bracket System
VA80206 (2-Pack) | VA80207 (3-Pack) | VA80205 (4-Pack)
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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1 800 282 9346 (Mon. to Fri. 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST).
1. Steel Post Bracket (2, 3, or 4; depending on quantity pack purchased) 80054
2. 1 1/2” Self Tapping Screws (4 screws per individual bolt down bracket) 20005
to fasten wood posts to Steel Post Brackets
Please read through before starting installation.
1.
2.
Extra Materials Required (Quantity requirements
detailed below will vary depending on your pergola model).
• 4x4x8’ - pressure treated wood posts - 1 wood post per pergola column
Tools You Will Need
• Cordless Drill
• Concrete Hammer Drill (if drilling in concrete)
• Wrenches/Socket Set (if fastening with bolts)
Designed to be used to mount any New England Arbor pergola with 5x5 columns
DO NOT use the bolt down bracket system for isntalling the pergola over
concrete pavers, patio stones, or interlocking bricks.
Warning:
If you are installing a pergola on
a wood deck or concrete surface,
it is highly recommended that
you purchase this product.
Refer to page 8 of the instruction manual for more detailed post location
information for your specific model.
If mounting Pergola onto an existing concrete
surface:
• 1/2” x 3 1/2“ x 12” long wood shims to “build out” wood posts - 8 shims
per wood post (can be cut from 1/2” plywood).
• 1/4” x 2 3/4” Cement Screws
bracket
- Countersunk head - 3 screws per bolt down
• 3/16” Concrete drill bit. Minimum 3” Long (1)
• 4x4x8’ - pressure treated wood posts - 1 wood post per pergola column
If mounting Pergola onto a wooden or composite
deck with AN ACCESSIBLE UNDERSIDE:
4 5/8 in
4 5/8 in
6 in
3.5 in
3.5 in
Extra Hardware Required:
1/4” x 2 3/4”
Cement Screws
and
3/16” Concrete
Drill Bit
1/4”x?”
Bolt, Washer, and Nut
and1/4”WoodDrillBit
Bolt Length would be:
thick
ness of deck +
thickness of blocking
board+ ±1/2”
OR
V3.
1/011217
• 1/4” x ?” Bolts and nuts - Countersunk Head - 3 bolts/nuts per bolt down bracket
• 1/4” Washers - 3 washers per bolt down bracket.
(length depends on total thickness of deck board plus blocking board ± 1/2”)
• 1/4” Wood drill bit (1) (Length depends on total thickness of deck board
plus blocking board ± 1/2”).
• 1/2” x 3 1/2“ x 12” long wood shims to “build out” wood posts - 8 shims
per wood post (can be cut from 1/2” plywood).
• 2x6 x 6” long - Blocking Board - 1 piece per bolt down bracket (to be installed
underneath the deck boards and bolt down brackets).

New England Arbors VA80207 Specifications

General

Brand	New England Arbors
Model	VA80207
Category	TV Mount
Language	English

Summary

Bolt Down Bracket System Overview

Parts Included

Lists the components included in the bolt down bracket system kit.

Extra Materials Required

Details additional materials needed for mounting on concrete or wood decks.

Tools Required

Specifies the tools necessary for the installation process.

Important Warning

Advises on recommended usage for specific surfaces like wood decks or concrete.

Extra Hardware Required

Lists optional but recommended hardware for concrete and wood deck installations.

Installation Steps

Step 1: Measure and Mark Locations

Guides on using string or chalk lines to mark bracket positions for square installation.

Step 2: Mark Hole Locations

Instructs on marking the precise hole locations for the bolt down brackets.

Step 3: Mount to Concrete Surface

Details drilling into concrete and securing brackets with concrete screws.

Step 4: Mount to Wood Deck

Explains drilling through wood decks and using a blocking board for support.

Step 5: Secure Bracket Assembly

Guides on aligning and fastening the bracket, deck, and blocking board with bolts.

Step 6: Install Wood Post

Covers setting the 4x4 wood post into the plumb post brackets and securing it.

Step 7: Shim Wood Post

Details using shims to create a snug fit between wood posts and vinyl columns.

Step 8: Install Vinyl Column

Describes guiding the bottom vinyl columns over the installed 4x4 wood posts.

Step 9: Complete Pergola Assembly

Final instruction to proceed with the overall assembly and installation of the pergola.