Installing Solar Bike Bollards using Concrete Inserts
Reliance Foundry’s solar bike bollards can be installed in existing concrete using drop-in concrete inserts. Solar bike bollards offer bicycle storage and lighting while minimizing obstruction caused by improper bike parking.
It is important to note that with this installation method, solar bike bollards will provide limited impact resistance. The function of the bollard is primarily for bike storage, lighting, and landscape highlighting. Solar bollards are self-contained devices and require very little ongoing maintenance.
PARTS LIST
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# |
PART |
QTY |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Bike Bollard Base with Bike Arms |
1 |
|
2 |
Bike Bollard Solar Light Cap |
1 |
|
3 |
3/4″ Drop-in Concrete Insert |
1 |
|
4 |
3/4″ Threaded Rod |
1 |
|
5 |
3/4″ Washer |
1 |
|
6 |
3/4″ Hex Nut |
1 |
|
7 |
Hexagon Socket Button Head Cap Bolt |
3 |
INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT
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1″ Masonry Drill Bit |
3/4″ Insert Setting Tool (or equivalent) |
|
1-1/8″ Socket Wrench |
Special Hex Key |
|
Broom/Pressure Washer |
Vacuum |
|
Chalk |
Hammer |
|
Hammer Drill or Rotary Hammer |
Level |
|
Measuring Tape |
|
NOTE
- To protect the finish, keep bike bollards in original packaging until the exact moment of installation.
- Handle with care to avoid scratching or damaging bike bollard surfaces as abrasions will lead to rust.
- Once scratched, bike bollards cannot be repaired to original form without re-finishing the entire surface.
Before installation
Check for hazards
Always check for hazards such as water pipes, gas lines, and underground wiring before drilling.
Clean the surface
Dirt and debris can affect the line of sight and disrupt placement of the bike bollards.
Use a broom or pressure washer to clean the concrete surface prior to bike bollard installation.
Study the site plans
Site plans are generally created by the architect of the project.
Refer to site plans to locate and mark the precise center point of each bike bollard.
For secure installation, ensure there is a minimum radius(1) of solid concrete around each mark.
Drill the holes
Create pilot hole
Tap pilot divot hole in the center of each mark.
This will prevent the hammer drill or rotary hammer from drifting while boring the hole.
Set the depth control on the hammer drill (or rotary hammer) to 3-1/8″
If depth control is not available, mark 3-1/8″ on the masonry bit.
Drill the hole
Drill hole with a 1″ diameter and 3-1/8″ depth.
Drill on high speed, using the hammer function if available.
Check the masonry bit often to ensure it remains free of debris.
Secure the bollard
Clear and clean the hole
Clear the hole of all debris and/or standing water using the vacuum.
Tap the drop-in concrete insert into the hole
With the slotted end facing down, drive the drop-in concrete insert (A) down until the top of the drop-in insert sits flush with the concrete surface.
Ensure that the top if perfectly level.
Set the drop-in concrete insert
Insert a setting tool (B) into the threaded hole, then hammer down.
If a proper setting tool is not available, an equivalent flat-end punch can be used.
This will cause the internal expansion plug to set the drop-in concrete insert in place.
Place the bike bollard base near the drop-in concrete insert
Keep the bike bollard in its protective packaging. Carefully place the bike bollard base near the installation position.
When ready to install, remove the protective packaging.
Set the bike bollard over the drop-in concrete insert
Set the bike bollard base upright and maneuver it so the center lines up with the threaded hole in the concrete insert.
Lower the threaded rod and tighten
Lower the threaded rod through the bike bollard’s shaft.
Continue to thread the rod into the concrete insert.
Tighten(2) the threaded rod by hand until it is secure in the concrete insert.
Secure the bollard
Place the washer over the threaded rod so that it rests on top of the bike bollard.
Apply the 3/4″ hex nut to the threaded rod and tighten with a socket wrench until the bike bollard is secure.
Note: Be sure to check the orientation of the bike bollard arms before securing the bike bollard.
Install the solar light cap
Connect the battery
With the lighting assembly still in its packaging, locate the battery’s wire plug and connect to the 2-pin socket attached to the light fixture.
Once connected, the lighting fixture will run a test pattern and may flash for 3–5 seconds.
Note: If the light does not flash, please stop installation and contact Reliance Foundry’s sales department for assistance.
Secure the solar light cap
Remove solar light cap from its packaging.
Place the solar light cap on top of the shaft of the bike bollard.
Secure the solar light cap to the bollard base with the three bolts and tighten equally.
Note: For asymmetrical lighting, consider the lighting pattern. When attaching the solar light cap, twist it to the desired lighting pattern before bolting down.
Inspect
Inspect the installation
From a distance, examine the plane of view.
Ensure the bike bollard is plumb to the surface, and the surface is flat.
Check the bike bollard for any signs of surface damage
Abrasions should be covered as soon as possible to prevent rust and ensure the proper life of the bike bollard. For damage repair or other servicing needs, please contact Reliance Foundry’s sales department.
Care and maintenance
Reliance Foundry manufactures its products to the highest design standards to ensure their durability. Reliance Foundry’s bike bollards are finished with long-lasting powder coating. In most North American environments, routine inspections and cleaning will ensure that bike bollards retain their aesthetic appeal. Proper care and maintenance are required to maintain the finish and ensure a full service life.
1. Concrete insert manufacturers such as www.ucanfast.com recommend specific measurements for minimum radii.
2. The manufacturer recommends tightening the threaded rod to a depth of approximately 1″ into the concrete insert.
