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2. A
fter drilling, REMOVE DUST thoroughly from each hole using compressed air and/or bristle brush.
Make certain that the columns remain aligned with the chalk line.
3. A
ssemble the washers and nuts on the anchors then tap into each hole with a hammer until the washer
rests against the base plate. Be sure that if shimming is required, enough THREADS ARE LEFT EXPOSED.
(See Fig.
10.2
)
4.
If shimming is required, insert the shims as necessary under the base plate so that when the anchor bolts
are tightened, the columns will be plumb. (See Fig.
10.3
)
5.
A
fter any necessary shims are installed, tighten each anchor nut to 125-150 ft. lbs. IMPORTANT - If a
anchor bolts do not hold when torqued to required amount, concrete must be replaced.
Saw cut and remove
600mm x 600mm
square area under each column base then repour with reinforced
3000 PSI concrete to a depth of six inches minimum, keying new concrete under existing floor.
(See Fig.
10.4
)
Tap anchor bolts into each
hole with a hammer until the
washer rests against the
baseplate.
Fig. 10.2
Anchor Bolts
Washer
Shims
Nut
Tighten each
anchor nut to
125-150ft. Ibs.
Fig. 10.3
Fig. 10.4
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