FastenMaster TC-G User Manual
JOIST
JOIST
1/4 gap
153 Bowles Road • Agawam, MA 01001
GETTTING STARTED / INSTALLATION TIPS
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IMPORTANT: Read all instructions
carefully and completely to ensure proper
installation.
WARNING: Parts have sharp points &
edges. Use extreme caution when handling
& installing. Wear safety glasses at all times.
Step
1
DETERMINE LOCATION
OF SEAM
Tools & Materials Needed
Safety Glasses
Power screw gun with
ratcheting torque setting
Step
2
Tiger Claw
Slot Cutter
POSITION BOARDS
Router
Determine upon which joist your next row of boards
will have a seam. If this is not known ahead of time it
may be necessary to adjust clip when butt seam location
is determined.
NOTE: Be sure to install a TC-G (TC-150) and butt seam clip
at thejoist where the next seam will land. If this is not known
ahead of time it may be necessary to adjust clip when butt seam
location is determined.
Step
3
INSTALL TC-G (TC-150) AND
Install a TC-G (TC-150) fastener and a butt seam clip
into the groove of the deck board. Position the fasteners
towards the center of the joist, leaving about a
betweenthe fasteners. Install screws provided at 45º
angle into joist.
Step
4
BUTT SEAM CLIP
TC-G (TC-150)
INSTALLATION PROCESS
When installing the next row. Make sure the seam of
the two boards is centered over the joist. Install a TC-G
(TC-150) fastener and butt seam clip on like shown in
step 2.
Fastener
Butt Seam Clip
1/4 gap
Joist
Install next board and continue with TC-G (TC-150)
installation following TC-G (TC-150) instructions.
1
INSTALL NEXT BOARD
⁄4" gap
FM11203
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