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a . <br /> Hardie SOffit ° �-�/ �O � `�amesHardie <br /> Panels � <br /> EFFECTIVE APRIL 2009 <br /> IN>IALI r�110N RF(�lll[3F1�7EN CS - Pf �IMFI� &(;Ol. ()f3}'l ;JS' i'I�i;I�l1t:� I S visit,�;,v�,�.�.j�:m::s:, c.�m forthe most recent version. <br /> IMPORTAM`. FAILURE TO INSTALL AND FINISN THIS PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WiTM APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES AND JAMES NARDIE <br /> WRITTEN APPLICATION INSTRt1CTI0NS MAY I.EAD TO PERSONAL iNJURY, AFFECT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, VIOLATE LOCAL BUILDING CODES, <br /> AND VOID TNE PRODUCT ONLY WARRANTY. BEFORE INSTALLATION, CONFIRM THAT YOU ARE USING THE GORRECT NARDIEZONE INSTRUCTIONS. <br /> INS7ALLATION OF HZ10T"^ PRODUCTS 0117SIDE AN HZ10T�" LOCATI�N WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. TO f3EfERMINE WHICN NARDIEZQNE APPl.lE5 <br /> TQ YOUR LOCATION VISIT WWW.HARDIEZONE.COM OR CALL 1-866-942-7343 866 9HARDI <br /> STQRAGE & NANDLING: p CllTTING INSTRUCTIONS <br /> Store flat and keep dry and oUrDOORS INDOORS <br /> covered prior to installation. Installing 1. Posi�on cutting station so that wind will blow dust awayfran user 1 Cut only using score and snap, or shears (manual, elechir or pneumatic). <br /> and others in wor�ng area 2. Position cutting station in well-ventilated area <br /> siding wet or saturated may result in 2. use one of tl,e fdlowing meu�als. <br /> shrinkage at butt joints. Carry planks a. Best: i. score ar�d sna� <br /> ii. Shears (manual, e,lectnc or pneirnatic) - NEVER use a power saw indoors <br /> on edge. Protect edges and corners b. Better i. Dust reducing circulx sa�v equipped with a - NEVER use a ciruilar saw blade that dces not carry the HardieBlade saw blade hademark <br /> from breakage. James Hardie is not HardieBlade' sax hlade and HEPA vaa�um extractlon - NEVER dry sveep — Use wet suppression or HEPA Vacwm <br /> c. Good: i. Dust redixing ciradar saN with a Ha�dieBlade saw blade <br /> responsible for (only use fa low to mo�rate cutting) <br /> damage caused <br /> by Improper �mpatarrt Note: Fa ma�dmum protection �owest respirable dust production), James Hxdie recanmends ahvays using "BesC-level culbng methods where feasible <br /> storage and NIOSFI-approved re�ir�as can be used in conjunctlon witli abrnne cutting prachces to furihe� reduce dus[ exposures. Ad�on� exposure infamation is availat�e <br /> at ewwv.jameshadie.com to heip you determine tl�e most appr�riate cuttlng method fa your job requirements. M concem siill exists abo�rt exposure Ievels or you <br /> handling of the pfoduGt. do nol compy with the above practices, you shaid ahvays crosult a qual'rfied industrial hy�enist a contad Jarnes Hardie for further irrformation. <br /> 9JU83�L <br /> GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: <br /> • HardieSoffit� panels may be installed over either steel or wood framing complying with the local buiiding code. Instali soffits to nominal 2 x 4 framing members <br /> spaced a maximum of 24 inches on center (fig.4), <br /> • All edges must be supported by traming. (figs. 3& 4) <br /> • Install water barriers and air barriers as required by local building codes. James Hardie will assume no responsibility for moisture infiltration. <br /> • Ensure gutters have end caps. Maintain a minimum 1" gap between end caps and siding & trim (tig.5). <br /> • Install kickout flashing at roof-wall junctions. (fig 6.) � � <br /> • DO NOT use stain on James Hardie� products. Figure 1 //� <br /> INSTALLATION: / - <br /> • HardieSoffit panels must be fastened to a solid, nailable substrate such as a wood 2x subfascia. <br /> • Additional framing may be needed to ensure proper fastening. � �, <br /> • Soffits can be installed as shown in figure 1 Position the vent holes toward the outside of the eave .��__�:_ <br /> for optimal airflow. <br /> • 12" to 24" wide Vented HardieSoffit panels, provide 5.0 square inches of net free ventilation per venti to outside of <br /> lineal foot. eave <br /> • Alternatively vents can be installed into non-vented soffit. snim � <br /> tascia (�� HardieSo�t � <br /> • If necessary, an insect screen can be installed using construction adhesive. subfaspa venled panel i � <br /> Note: net free ventilation will be reduced. ' <br /> Fastener Requirements siding =�; � <br /> • Position fasteners 3/8" from panel edges and no closer than 2" away from corners when using � <br /> soffit greater than 12" wide (fig. 4) and no closer than 1" away from corners when using soffit that is <br /> less than or equal to 12" wide (fig. 3). <br /> Jointing Methods Figure 4 <br /> • Instali panels in moderate contact at ends, provide PVC or metal jointers, battens or leave Greater than <br /> appropriate gap and caulk (fig 2). Figure 2 Figure 3 12" Wide Soffit <br /> Traming � framing less than or equal to <br /> member member � Z Wide Soffit <br /> mode2te contad H-jointer <br /> �keep fasteners <br /> _ 2 , � <br /> � � . . . from comers <br /> 3/8" imm edge oi softit <br /> mem�ber member 1' from end ot sofit �� <br /> � � 3/8" from edge of soffit ° <br /> N <br /> I <br /> leave appropriate gap � <br /> batten and caulk <br /> 'For additional information on HardieWrapT^' Weather Barrier, consult James Hardie at 1-866-4Hardie or www.hardiewrap.com <br /> WARNING: AVOID BREATHING SILICA DUST <br /> James Hardie' produds contain respirable crysklNne silica, which is known to the Slate oi Califania lo cause cancer and is considered by IARC and NIOSH to be a puse of cancer hom some axupational <br /> sources. Breathhg excessive artaieds of resphable silica dust can also cause a disabiing and potentialy fetal Iwg disease called silicosis, and has been linked wiN� oU�er diseases. Some studies suggest <br /> snwking may inaease these risks. During inst�lation a handlirg: (1) wak in ouldoa areas with ample ventilation; (2) use fiber cement shears for cutting or, where nd (easible, use a Hardie8lade saw <br /> blade and dusl-reducirg dralar saw attached to a HEPA vac�urn; (3) wam others in tl�e irnmediate ar�; (4) wear a properly-fitted, �NOSl+approved dust mask or respirator (e.g. N-95) in aa:ordaixs with <br /> applirable govemment reg�ations and manufaGurer inshuctions to turther lirtdt respirable silica exposures. During dearwp, use HEPA vacuums or wet c�eanup methods - never dry sweep. For further <br /> intorma6on, reter to ar installatian instructiais and Materiat Safety Daia Sheet available al www.jameshardie.com or by catling 1-800-9HARDIE (1-800�942-7343). FAILURE TO ADHERE TO OUR <br /> WARNINGS, MSDS, AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. somosos <br /> SF0904-P112 4/09 <br />