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CLEARSPAN
™
SUNBLOCKER PRO SHADE
Revision date: 09.16.09
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BASEBOARD INSTALLATION (RECOMMENDED)
SPECIAL NOTE: Baseboards for Frame
These instructions recommend installing a baseboard
along each side of the frame. The baseboard runs
from the front to the back of the building.
This baseboard is
not included
with the shipment and
must be supplied by the customer. Treated or recycled
plastic lumber works well for a baseboard.
The baseboard, when installed properly, helps prevent
the ground posts from working into the ground.
Depending on the building, it also provides a surface
to attach struts or other building components.
Consult instructions, or contact Customer Service for
additional information regarding baseboards.
Gather the parts:
• Treated or recycled plastic lumber (supplied by customer)
• 1/4" x 3-1/2" carriage bolts and nuts (may not work for baseboards with a thickness greater than
1-1/2")
NOTE:
The following procedure describes one way to install the recommended baseboards. The
size and type of the baseboard you choose may require the use of alternative steps. When properly
installed, baseboards run the length of the frame.
On the outside of the frame, attach the first baseboard to the ground posts using the 1/4" x 3-1/2"
carriage bolts and nuts. Continue adding baseboards to complete the first run. Splices are made
between posts as shown. Use a short section of baseboard to secure separate baseboards at a splice.
NOTE:
The boards should be at ground level or slightly into grade to prevent the shelter from sinking
and to create a seal along the bottom. After installing the baseboards, continue with these instructions.
Ground
Level
Inside of
Shelter
Outside of
Shelter
Fasteners used to secure
a baseboard splice are
supplied by the customer.
Customer-Supplied
Baseboard
Customer-Supplied
Baseboard
