Postal Pro PP350 - User Manual

Installation Instructions
The Lexington Mailbox and Post Kit
WARNING: “Call Before You Dig” – Dial 811.
811 is the designated “call before you dig” phone number that directly
connects you to your local One Call center. Each state has different
rules and regulations governing digging to insure that buried utility lines
will not be disturbed.
* Actual Diameter of a Standard 4" x 4" Pressure Treated Post: 3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
PLEASE NOTE: Concrete may be needed if installing in loose soil
RECOMMENDED TOOLS & SUPPLIES:
• POST HOLE DIGGER
• LEVEL
• PHILIPS HEAD POWER SCREWDRIVER
• PRESSURE TREATED 4" x 4" x 72" WOODEN POST* (Not Included)
PARTS LIST:
Model: PP350
HARDWARE:
Shown at actual size
(3) #14 x 1-1/2" Phillips Pan Head Wood Screws
(4) #10 – 24 x 1-1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts
(4) #10 – 24 Nuts
(1) 1/4 - 20 x 1" Phillips Machine Bolt
(1) 1/4 - 20 Nut
(4) #10 – 24 x 1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts
(4) #10 – 24 Nuts
(1) #14 x 3" Phillips Pan Head Wood Screw
Upper
Post
Section
Pyramind
Finial
Steel L
Bracket
(2) Mounting Brackets
Mailbox
Body
Mailbox
Door
(2) Mailbox Pins
Decorative
Support Piece
Lower
Post
Section
A
C
E
F
G
B
D
B

Summary

Installation Instructions

Recommended Tools & Supplies

List of essential tools and materials needed for installing the mailbox.

Hardware Identification

Visual guide to identifying all included hardware components with their specifications.

Safety Warning: Call Before You Dig

Crucial safety instruction regarding utility line detection before excavation.

Post Installation Steps

Step 1: Determine Location and Install Post

Guide on digging the post hole, setting the post vertically, and securing it.

Step 2: Assemble Post Sections

Instructions for sliding and connecting the lower and upper post sections.

Step 3: Attach Steel L Bracket

Securing the Steel L Bracket to the upper post component using screws.

Mailbox Mounting Steps

Step 4: Attach Decorative Support Piece

Fastening the decorative support piece to the upper post section.

Step 5: Connect Support to Bracket

Joining the decorative support piece with the Steel L Bracket using a bolt and nut.

Step 6: Attach Mounting Brackets to Steel L Bracket

Connecting the mailbox mounting brackets to the Steel L Bracket using bolts and nuts.

Step 7: Assemble Mailbox Door

Attaching the mailbox door to the mailbox body using retaining pins.

Final Assembly and Attachment

Step 8: Secure Mailbox to Mounting Brackets

Fastening the assembled mailbox to the previously attached mounting brackets.

Step 9: Attach Pyramid Finial

Snapping the pyramid finial onto the top of the upper post section.

Overview

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

The provided manual describes the Postal PRO Lexington Mailbox and Post Kit (Model: PP350), a residential mailbox system designed for outdoor installation.

Function Description

The Lexington Mailbox and Post Kit serves as a complete solution for homeowners needing a durable and aesthetically pleasing mailbox. It includes the mailbox body, door, and a decorative post system, designed to be installed over a customer-supplied wooden post. The system is intended to securely hold mail and provide a visually appealing addition to a property's curb appeal.

Important Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Installation Requirements:

• Wooden Post (Not Included): Requires a pressure-treated 4" x 4" x 72" wooden post. The actual diameter of a standard 4" x 4" pressure-treated post is 3-1/2" x 3-1/2".
• Post Burial Depth: The wooden post must be buried 24" deep, leaving 48" of the post above ground.
• Post Extension: The pressure-treated wood post MUST extend up into the Lexington Post a minimum of 48".
• Overall Height: When installed correctly, the top of the wooden post will be 48" above ground level. The post sections extend above this, with the mailbox mounted on top.

Hardware Included (Shown at actual size in the manual):

• (A) (4) #10 - 24 x 1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts: Used for attaching mounting brackets to the steel L bracket.
• (B) (4) #10 - 24 Nuts: Used with the #10 - 24 x 1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts (A) and the #10 - 24 x 1-1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts (E).
• (C) (1) 1/4 - 20 x 1" Phillips Machine Bolt: Used for connecting the decorative support piece to the steel L bracket.
• (D) (1) 1/4 - 20 Nut: Used with the 1/4 - 20 x 1" Phillips Machine Bolt (C).
• (E) (4) #10 - 24 x 1-1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts: Used for securely attaching the mailbox to the mounting brackets.
• (F) (3) #14 x 1-1/2" Phillips Pan Head Wood Screws: Two are used for attaching the steel L bracket to the upper post component, and one for attaching the decorative support piece to the upper post component.
• (G) (1) #14 x 3" Phillips Pan Head Wood Screw: Used for attaching the decorative support piece to the upper post component.

Components Included:

• Mailbox Body
• Mailbox Door
• (2) Mailbox Pins
• (2) Mounting Brackets
• Steel L Bracket
• Decorative Support Piece
• Upper Post Section
• Lower Post Section
• Pyramid Finial

Usage Features

Installation Process: The installation is a multi-step process designed for a secure and stable setup.

1. Site Preparation: Determine the mailbox location and dig a 24" deep hole. Install the customer-supplied 4" x 4" x 72" pressure-treated wooden post, ensuring 48" remains above ground and it is perfectly vertical using a level. Soil packing or concrete may be needed for stability, especially in loose soil.
2. Post Assembly:
   • Slide the Lower Post Section over the wooden post. This section has no specific "front" orientation.
   • Slide the Upper Post Section over the wooden post, ensuring the side with the part/screw pattern faces the street (as shown in Fig. 2B).
   • Press the Upper Section onto the Lower Section until the two components snap together completely.
3. Bracket Attachment:
   • Attach the Steel L Bracket to the Upper Post Component using two #14 x 1-1/2" Pan Head Screws (F). These screws must self-tap through the plastic wall and drill into the wooden post for full stabilization.
   • Attach the Decorative Support Piece to the Upper Post Component using one #14 x 3" Pan Head Screw (G) in the upper hole and one #14 x 1-1/2" Pan Head Screw (F) in the lower hole. These screws also self-tap into the plastic and wood.
   • Connect the Decorative Support Piece to the Steel L Bracket using one 1/4 - 20 x 1" Phillips Machine Bolt (C) and one 1/4" - 20 Nut (D).
4. Mailbox Assembly:
   • Assemble the mailbox door to the mailbox body using the two mailbox pins. The pins can be snapped into place by firm thumb pressure or tapped with a rubber mallet. Correct installation means the pins cannot be removed with fingers.
   • Attach the two Mounting Brackets to the Steel L Bracket. The Steel L Bracket has multiple hole locations to accommodate various standard mailboxes. Select the holes that align with the mailbox's mounting holes. Use four #10 - 24 x 1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts (A) and four #10 - 24 Nuts (B).
   • Securely attach the assembled mailbox to the Mounting Brackets using four #10 - 24 x 1-1/2" Phillips Machine Bolts (E) and four #10 - 24 Nuts (B).
5. Finial Attachment: Attach the Pyramid Finial to the top of the Upper Post Section by pressing and snapping it firmly into place.

Tools Recommended (Not Included):

• Post Hole Digger
• Level
• Phillips Head Power Screwdriver

Safety Feature:

• "Call Before You Dig" - Dial 811: This is a crucial warning to contact the local One Call center before digging to prevent damage to buried utility lines.

Maintenance Features

The manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features. However, based on the materials and design, general maintenance would likely involve:

• Regular Cleaning: Wiping down the mailbox and post to remove dirt, dust, and grime to maintain its appearance.
• Inspection: Periodically checking the security of all fasteners (bolts and screws) and the stability of the post in the ground.
• Paint Touch-Up: If the finish is scratched or chipped over time, touch-up paint may be applied to prevent corrosion and maintain aesthetics.
• Post Stability: Re-packing soil or adding concrete if the post becomes loose, especially if installed in loose soil.

The product is manufactured by Creative Solutions, LLC in Purvis, MS, and customer service is available via phone (877-544-5220) and email (customerservice@creativesolutionscp.com), with additional information on their website (www.postalpromailboxes.com).

Postal Pro PP350 Specifications

General

Brand	Postal Pro
Model	PP350
Category	Postal Equipment
Language	English