Instructions to the Installer
1. Use all specified fasteners listed in this catalog. Failure to use the specified quantity and size of fasteners may reduce the load capacity of the connection and could cause failure. Unless otherwise specified, 16d nails are 0.162" diameter x minimum 2 1/2" long; 10d nails are 0.148" diameter x
minimum 2 1/8" long; and 8d nails are 0.131" diameter x minimum 1 1/2" long.
2. Drill bolt holes 1/32" to 1/16" bigger than the specified diameter. This allows the bolt to fit through the hole without excessive play.
3. Do not load the connection until all specified fasteners are in place.
4. Always wear safety glasses when installing connectors by hand or with a nail-gun.
5. Use caution when handling metal connectors with sharp or pointed degrees.
6. Joists shall bear completely on the hanger seat and the gap shall not exceed 1/8" between the joist and header per ICC-ES AC261 and
ASTM D7147 except where otherwise noted in this catalog.
minimum 2 1/8" long; and 8d nails are 0.131" diameter x minimum 1 1/2" long.
2. Drill bolt holes 1/32" to 1/16" bigger than the specified diameter. This allows the bolt to fit through the hole without excessive play.
3. Do not load the connection until all specified fasteners are in place.
4. Always wear safety glasses when installing connectors by hand or with a nail-gun.
5. Use caution when handling metal connectors with sharp or pointed degrees.
6. Joists shall bear completely on the hanger seat and the gap shall not exceed 1/8" between the joist and header per ICC-ES AC261 and
ASTM D7147 except where otherwise noted in this catalog.