IN-DECK STORAGE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES for
Arbor Collection‰ / Harvest Collection / Terra Collection
Please read all instructions completely before starting any part of the installation.
• Each AZEK In-Deck Storage Kit comes complete with all hardware, fasteners and installation guide to build one complete unit (i.e. AZEK Deck Boards
must be purchased separately). Check the enclosed Hardware and Parts List
to ensure that the kit is complete.
• AZEK In-Deck Storage should be installed in accordance with the installation
guidelines included below. AZEK Building Products Inc. accepts no liability
or responsibility for the improper installation of this product.
• AZEK In-Deck Storage is designed to be built to the size for which it is
manufactured and should not be altered in any way. It is also designed to be
used with AZEK Deck boards which measure 1” Thick x 5.5” Wide. The lid is
designed to support 500 LBS.
• AZEK In-Deck Storage may not be suitable for every application and it is the
sole responsibility of the installer to be sure that AZEK In-Deck Storage is
used for its intended purpose. Since all installations are unique, it is also the
installer’s responsibility to determine specic requirements in regards to each
In-Deck application.
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• AZEK Building Products recommends that all applications be reviewed by a
licensed architect, engineer, or local building ofcial before installation. Check
local code requirements prior to installation. If you have any questions or
need further assistance, please call AZEK Customer Service at 877-ASK-AZEK
(877-275-2935) or visit our website at www.azek.com.
• IMPORTANT: Make sure the DRIVE TOOL/DRILL is congured or set to
use the SCREW setting when driving and/or tightening all FASTENERS.
Since most screws are designed to seat within the cellular pvc substrate, BE
CAREFUL NOT TO OVERDRIVE, as this may loosen the screw’s holding power.
• SAFETY: Always wear goggles when handling, cutting, drilling and fastening
materials.
• WARNING: In order to avoid tripping due to raised hinge knuckles and lock
reveal, it is a safe practice to install the In-Deck Storage away from heavily
used trafc patterns. When not using the In-Deck Storage, keep it locked in
order to prevent children or others from falling, hiding or becoming enclosed
within the unit.
• WARNING: Lid will not support more than 500 LBS.
Tools Required
10mm
Miter/Chop Saw
Circular Saw
Drive Tool
#2 Phillips
Drive Bit
#3 Phillips
Drive Bit
9/16”
Socket
3/8” Wrench
Wrench for
Compression Lock
3/4”
Tools Provided:
(1) 5/32” Allen Wrench
(2) 1/8” Allen Wrench
Flat Head
Screw Driver
Tape Measure
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Hardware
Spacer Kit
(24) 1/8” Spacers
Parts
(1) Compression
Lock & Pawl Set
(18) #10 x 1 3/4" Flat Head
Phillips Wood Screws
(27) #10 x 1 1/4” Flat Head
Phillips Wood Screws
(4)
Spacer,
Gas Spring
(3) Tub
Support Bracket
(4) 1/4-20 x 1 1/4"
Pan Head Machine Screw
(4) 1/4-20 x 1"
Wide Slotted
Machine Screws
(2)
Hinge
Deck Side
(Marked “D”)
(2) Gas Spring
(4) Shoulder Screws
7/8” L with
5/32” Hex Head
(2)
Hinge
Lid Side
(Marked “L”)
(18) 3/8" x 1 3/4" Wood
Lag Screw Hex Head
(15) #10-32
Nylon Insert
Locking Nut 3/8”
(1)
Cover
Rain Shield
(15) 10-32 x 1 3/4”
Flat Head Phillips Machine Screw
(30) #10
Flat Washer
(1) Handle(2) Hinge Pins
(1)
Holder
(1)
Trim Ring Lid
Handle
(2)
(2)
(1)
(1) Lid Frame
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(1)
Large Bucket
Deck Ring
Vents
Plugs
IN-DECK STORAGE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES for
Arbor Collection‰ / Harvest Collection / Terra Collection
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Cut Opening
1 2
Use 14 of
the 1/8”
30"
spacers
per side.
1
/8” gaps
insure
overall
length of
73 1/4”.
#3
#10 x 1 3/4” Flat
Head Philips Wood
Screws (x8)
30"
4a
3
73 1/4"
90°
All 4 corners must be square.
Assemble Deck Ring
Orient tabs
opposite
1/2” cut.
Cut and Assemble
Joists
Joist (x2)
Deck boards flush with all joists.
Measure for TUB
Support Brackets
1/2” cut back
deck board to
clear pawl.
Deck boards flush
with all joists to insure
same deck spacing
and lid spacing.
Assemble Support
4b
8”
Brackets
21” 21”
8”
Tub support
bracket (x3)
9/16”
3/8” x 1 3/4”
Lag Screws
(x18)
8”
5
2. Assemble
Bucket &
Vents or
Plugs
Assemble Gas
Springs and Bucket
1. Assemble
Gas Springs,
both sides
3. 1/4-20 x 1” (x4)
Wide Slotted
Machine screw
Measure
from inside
of frame
5/32”
Spacer (x2)
Gas Spring (x2)
Shoulder Screw (x2)
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