How To Install LYSAGHT® Gutters to LYSAGHT NOVALINE® Fascia System

This page contains basic instruction on installing LYSAGHT® gutters to LYSAGHT NOVALINE® Fascia System.

Please be aware that rainwater goods must be installed by licensed tradespeople in some Australian states.

GUTTER INSTALLATION

The following steps describing a gutter installation is a suitable process where there is only a single installer. The gutter installation process can be varied to suit the local practices and the number of available installers, however the basic principles described in the following steps should be maintained.

STEP 1 Straddle the Clip over the fascia by rolling from behind and up over the fascia to the vertical position. Position all the clips along the length of the fascia in preparation for gutter installation. Do not fully engage the clips until ready for the gutter installation (Refer to Step 3).
STEP 2 Place two clips a maximum of 1200mm apart over the fascia at the mid-point position of the length of the gutter about to be installed. Push the clip all the way down into place.
STEP 3 By holding the gutter from underneath, and pushing down on the clip, push the gutter up between the fascia and the Clip. Temporarily push the gutter up so that the top zinger (rib) is placed between the lower two barbs of the clip. Longitudinally slide the gutter to the correct alignment.
STEP 4 Push all remaining clips down into position (as per Step 2) and temporarily push the gutter into clips (as per Step 3).
STEP 5 When working your way down from the high end to the low end, push down onto the clip over the fascia and, then push the gutter back up to the desired level (refer General Note 3) to retain a fall of 1 in 500 (min).
STEP 6 Locate the appropriate gutter overstrap by engaging under the front of the gutter scroll, then roll the rear of the overstrap back towards the fascia. Ensure the heel of the overstrap does not bear onto the gutter zinger. Secure the overstrap by folding the tail behind the fascia.

For information on fascia installation see our page: Install LYSAGHT NOVALINE® Fascia

General notes:

1. The Clips are to be located beside a Novaline Fascia Bracket at 1200mm (maximum) centres and sit firmly on top of the fascia.
2. Unless specifically noted otherwise, the Overstraps can be located beside the Clips/Fascia Bracket assembly, or mid-way between the Clips, at 1200mm (maximum) centres. The decision on the location of the Overstraps should be made based on local installer practices and the overall preferred aesthetics of the installation.
3. The highest barb setting of the gutter engagement into the clip will be governed by the clip design, zinger location and Overstrap installation (see Step 6).
4. For any gutter run the gutter setting within the clips from high point to low point (downpipe location) there must be at least two barbs difference.
5. A maximum spacing of 12m between downpipes (in accordance with BCA requirements) should be maintained.
6. When a gutter end abuts a wall or fascia then a gap should be provided.

Important Notice:

1. Where high-fronted gutters are installed, the BCA (and AS/NZS 3500.3) require that provision must be made to avoid any overflow back into the roof or building structure. It is the responsibility of designers and installers of roof drainage systems to ensure compliance with these requirements.
2. There are many options available to the roof drainage system designer. For further information, please refer to your local Rainwater Solutions brochure available at www.lysaght.com.
3. Roof drainage systems must be regularly cleaned and maintained in order to handle overflow by ensuring free drainage of water.

Adverse conditions

If these products are to be used within 1km of marine, severe industrial, or unusually corrosive environments, contact us.

Storage and handling

Keep the product dry and clear of the ground. If stacked or bundled product becomes wet, separate it, wipe it with a clean cloth and stack it to dry thoroughly. Handle materials carefully to avoid damage: don’t drag materials over rough surfaces or each other; carry tools, don’t drag them, protect from swarf.

Clean up

Remove all plastic cover strips from product and dispose of correctly. Sweep all metallic swarf and other debris from roof areas, gutters, downpipes, overflow devices and all other roof drainage components, at the end of each day and at the completion of the installation. Failure to do so can lead to blockages of water flow or surface staining (such as when the metal particles rust).

Maintenance

The roof drainage system (gutter, downpipes, overflow devises and all other components) must be cleaned out on a regular basis. Refer to the regional Rainwater Solutions brochure.