Specs

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
PROJECT MANUAL
Version: January 2012
2.04 Gutters and Downspouts Description
A. Two different types of high-quality, corrosion-resistant rain removal systems are available, all
designed to perform in both residential and light commercial applications.
B. The front face of the gutter shall have a concealed locking lip and the high back leg shall be formed
with a return hook at the top. The locking lip and return hook function as receivers for the aprons
and hangers used to install the free-floating system.
C. System description:
1. Traditional Select is a premium-quality 5" (127) system used in single-family homes
and light commercial building applications. Available with a heavier gauge material in both
2" x 3" (51 x 76) and 3" x 4" (76.2 x 101.6) downspout sizes to accommodate most rain
removal requirements.
2. Traditional Select S-6 works best on large homes where a bigger system will enhance
the architecture, or apartments, multifamily complexes and other light commercial
buildings. Designed to be a heavy-duty, large-capacity rain removal system, it is available
with a 3" x 4" (76 x 102) downspout.
D. 2"x 3" (51 x 76) downspout will carry water approximately 600 square feet (65,741.800mm2) of roof
area, while the 3" x 4" (76.2 x 101.6) downspout will drain approximately 1,200 square feet
(111,483.600mm2).
E. Color:
1. Gutters: Finished in color as noted on drawings.
2. Downspouts: Finished to match adjacent wall color; refer to drawings.
2.05 Dimensions
A. Gutters:
1. Traditional Select: .032” (.813) gauge, 16’-0” (4877), 21’-0” (6401), 26’-0” ) (7925), 33’-0”
(1005) and 37’-0” (11278) lengths, six hangers.
2. Tranditional Select S-6: .032” (.813) gauge, 21’-0” (6401) and 37’-0” (11278) lengths,
four hangers.
B. Downspouts:
1. 2" x 3" (51 x 76): .024" (.610) gauge, 10'0" (3048) and 16'0" (4877) lengths
2. 3" x 4" (76 x 102): .027" (.686) gauge, 10'0" (3048) and 16'0" (4877) lengths
2.06 Accessories
A. All accessories used with Rain Removal Systems shall be accessories designed for use with the
gutters and have the same finish. Mill finish accessory components include eave tubes, hangers
and expansion joints.
1. Roof aprons: .027" (.686) gauge
2. End caps: .024" (.610) gauge in both the Traditional Select and Traditional Select S-6
3. Inside and outside mitres: .032" (.813) gauge
4. Sealant material: Alcoa Gutterseal
5. Expansion joints: aluminum lined with neoprene
6. Downspout clip: .014" (.356) gauge
B. Nails: Alcoa aluminum nails of 5056 or 6110 alloy having a minimum tensile strength of 63,000 psi.
All nails shall have a suitable etch finish to remove greases and provide additional holding power.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 Installation/Workmanship
A. Verify governing dimensions of building. Prior to installation, it is necessary to examine and repair
any adjoining work on which this work in any way is dependent for its proper installation.
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