External Halyard OR10AR – OR14AR Installation Instructions

Important

• Please read and understand these instructions before installing your flagpole.
• It is important to select a location for your pole where it cannot be struck by automobiles, bicycles, lawn movers, or any object that can damage it.  AVOID ANY LOCATION IN THE VICINITY OF POWER LINES.
• It is most important that you are aware of any gas or power lines or any type of obstruction below ground.  Always contact your local “Dig Safe” service before digging or excavating the area.
• DO NOT allow the pole to lie around a job site.  Keep the pole straight and dry during storage.  Install it as soon as possible after delivery.
• DO NOT allow children to operate a flagpole unattended.
• DO NOT climb flagpoles and DO NOT lean ladders against flagpoles.

Parts List

1. Flagpole Shaft
2. Aluminum Wall Bracket
3. FLAGPOLE FITTINGS:
   1. Gold Ball
   2. Halyard (rope) (1)
   3. Flag Snaps (2)
   4. Aluminum Truck (pulley assembly)
   5. Cleat with Screws (2)
   6. Decorative Collar
   7. Tube of Loctite (1)
   8. Epoxy Kit
   9. Set Screw, Allen Wrench

Tools and Accessories Required (Items not supplied by manufacturer.)

1. Sponge
2. Screwdriver

Bracket Mounting

Mount the wall bracket according to the installer’s recommendations.

Flagpole And Fittings Assembly

1. After the bracket has been secured in position against the wall, remove the plastic wrap from the top end of the flagpole shaft. Place the aluminum truck on top of the flagpole and tighten the set screws around the truck to secure it on the pole. Be sure the sheave (pulley) on the truck is on the side opposite the open tab at the butt of the flagpole shaft.
2. Screw the ball into the truck and tighten firmly. The use of Loctite is recommended. Tighten the lock nut securely.
3. Thread the halyard through the pulley in the truck, attach the snaps (see illus.) and secure halyard ends with a square knot. Adjust the spacing between the two snaps to match the flag grommets.
4. Remove the plastic wrap from the bottom end of the shaft. Mix the 2-part epoxy kit provided according to the directions. (WARNING: USE EPOXY KIT WITH EXTREME CAUTION. THE EPOXY MIX HAS A SHORT WORKLIFE. ONCE EPOXY IS APPLIED, INSTALLATION OF SHAFT ONTO WALL BRACKET SHOULD TAKE PLACE IMMEDIATELY.)
5. Using a tongue depressor spread the epoxy paste around the inside of the butt of the pole. Start spreading from about 12” up inside the butt of the pole and work down to the bottom end.
6. Remove the rest of the plastic wrap. Lift the flagpole shaft and place over the wall bracket tube. Slide the shaft down so the open tab fits flush with the aluminum insert on the wall bracket. Once in this position, the sheave on the truck should point directly down. Screw a set bolt into the front of the pole and tighten snugly.
7. Place decorative collar over the top of the flagpole. Try not to scrape the flagpole surface as you slide it down. Place the collar flush against the wall. Insert the set screw through the hole at the top of the collar and slightly tighten.

Caring For Your Fiberglass Flagpoles

1. Dirt on the pole comes mostly from a dirty halyard.   The polyester halyard is machine washable.  Replace the halyard often.
2. When the flag is not flying, bring the flag snaps together and wrap them around the cleat to prevent them from hitting the pole.
3. Wipe off dirt marks with soap and water using a sponge.  With white poles, stains or old dirt can often be removed with a mild bleach solution.  DO NOT use sandpaper or any abrasive material on the surface.  The pole can be polished with a non-abrasive cleaning compound recommended for fiberglass surfaces.
4. Proper flag etiquette precludes flying the flag in inclement weather.  Furthermore, the flag should not be flown in high winds.  It can damage the pole and place unnecessary wear on the flag.