Metal Sales Soffit Panel - Manual (Page 36)

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ARCHITECTURAL SOFFIT PANEL INSTALLATION
STEP
1
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begin (see pages 54-58).
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panels. Fasten panel typically with pancake head woodscrews (12" o.c. typical) in center of the
fastening groove and make sure not to overtighten screws. For areas with high wind considerations,
closer fastener spacing may be required.
STEP
2
INSTALLING FIRST PANEL
INSTALLING SECOND PANEL
Square panel to
soffit, fascia, or wall
Fasten in center of
groove with pancake
head fasteners (see
installed panel cross
section on page 36)
Soffit panel
Square panel to
soffit, fascia, or wall
Second Soffit panel
positioned into place
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and continue with previous steps until installation is complete. Make sure all panels are properly
installed, and clean any debris from panel before continuing to next area.