Slate International

Note: These are generalized guidelines. Specific projects may require particular accommodation or adjustment. For more information, please contact:

Castle Metal Products

Tel: 847-806-4540

Fax: 847-806-4541

STEP 1 - Prepare Roof Deck

a) Provide a 3/4" gap between ridge pole (or truss peak) and the upper edge of the roof deck.

b) Install felt in customary manner, stopping at deck's upper edge.

c) At rafter spacings, drill 7/16" holes into ridge pole (or truss peaks).

IMPORTANT: HOLES MUST BE CENTERED AND VERTICAL.

STEP 2 - Install Slates

a) Complete slate installation in customary manner, observing headlaps and sidelaps.

b) Trim slate length where necessary to allow slate to end neatly at roof deck's upper edge.

c) Use lath where necessary to prevent slate "butt-ends" from lifting.

d) Place upper edges of last two slate courses, and the nails used to secure the last course of slate, within 1-1/2" of the deck's upper edge. (For aluminum models, use aluminum or stainless steel nails -- not copper -- for the last course).

STEP 3 - Install Fastening Assemblies

a) Remove vinyl masking prior to installation.

b) Assemble the screw, compression plate and strap length as shown. Install this assembly loosely (approximately 1").

NOTE: INSTALL FIRST 10' SECTION (STEPS 3-6) TO INSURE PROPER FIT BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH APPLICATION. STRAP MAY REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT.

STEP 4 - Install Ventilating Mesh

Note: Remove any vinyl masking prior to installation.

a) Follow mesh manufacturer's guidelines.

b) Apply mesh to both sides of ridge UNDER straps.

c) Position mesh such that its lower edge is 1-1/2" down-roof from strap's lowest edge.

d) For aluminum models, use aluminum or stainless fasteners - not copper. Do not allow vent fasteners to penetrate slates.

STEP 5 - Install Base

Note: Remove any vinyl masking prior to installation.

a) Hang base on straps.

b) Make sure that base overhangs mesh by not more than 1/8".

STEP 6 - Install Panels

Note: Remove any vinyl masking prior to installation of panels.

a) Insert foot of panel into base and rotate to create a coupling. Allow upper edge of panel to rest against screw(s).

b) Slide compression plates up so they rest atop the panel's upper edge.

c) Install opposite panel, lifting the plates where necessary to permit the panel's upper edge to rest against the screw(s) as shown.

d) Tighten - but do NOT over-tighten - screws. The base of the unit should be snug against the mesh (deck), just tight enough to eliminate shifting or rattling.

STEP 7 - Install Slates

a) Insert head of 10" slate(for standard TopSlate^TM model) into upper edge of panel.

b) Drop foot of slate behind base retention channel.

c) After all slates are installed, it may be necessary to re-tighten screws. Tighten just enough to prevent compression plates from being giggled or easily turned.

STEP 8 - Install Snap-Cap

Note: Remove any vinyl masking prior to installation of cap.

a) Engage one edge of Snap-Cap under the upper Rentention Channel of a panel.

b) Rotate and snap into place.

In presenting this information, we serve only in an advisory capacity and can undertake no liability. Neither Castle Metal Products nor TopSlate's developer nor it's licensor shall be liable for special, indirect or consequential damages. The liability of Castle Metal Products (and that of TopSlate's developer and its licensor), in the event of sale of it's products, shall be limited to replacement by Castle Metal Products of any defective or nonconforming products or refund of the purchase price.

Notice: All information is thought to be accurate but is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.