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SQUARE THE ASSEMBLED FRAME 
 

1.  Perform a final square

 

of the structure by measuring 

diagonally (corner to corner), and verify that the two 
measurements are equal. Adjust the frame if 
needed. 
 
 

2.  Examine the framework and remove any sharp 

edges from the frame or reposition screws so they 
do not come in contact with the main cover (if 
equipped). 
 
 

3.  After the framework is squared, read or reread the 

MUST READ

 document and anchor the framework 

in place. 

 
 
The framework assembly is now complete. The 
assembled frame 

must be

 anchored 

before

 the final 

bracing and main cover are installed.  
 

 

 
 

 

 

ANCHOR THE FRAME 

 
At this point in the assembly process, anchor the 
assembled frame. Once the frame assembly is anchored 
properly, continue with these instructions. 

 
WARNING: 

Securing the base rails to concrete blocks or 

wood boards set on the site is not a substitute for 
properly anchoring the shelter. You must anchor the 
shelter as described in the MUST READ document. 

 
 
FAILING TO PROPERLY ANCHOR THE SHELTER 
WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SHELTER AND 
CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. 
 

 

READ THE MUST READ DOCUMENT TO PROPERLY 
ANCHOR THE SHELTER. 

 
 
The diagrams below illustrate two possible ways to 
properly anchor the shelter to the site. 
 

The parts shown in the diagrams regarding anchor 
systems are not included with the shelter. Contact 
Customer Service at 1-800-245-9881 to purchase 
additional parts to anchor the shelter.  
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 

 

 
 

ATTENTION:

 

After

 anchoring the shelter frame, install 

the diagonal bracing.

 

 
 

Anchoring System for 
use on concrete 

Ground Anchoring 
System 

Visit www.ClearSpan.com for additional products and customer assistance.

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Summary of Contents for Carport 104980F

Page 1: ...e does not include a cover as shown ClearSpan Carport Use these instructions for the following carports 104980F 24 x 20 104984F 24 x 36 104981F 24 x 24 104985F 24 x 40 104982F 24 x 28 104986F 24 x 44 104983F 24 x 32 ClearSpan All Rights Reserved Reproduction is prohibited without permission Revision date September 2005 ...

Page 2: ...r erect the structure under power lines Identify whether underground cables and pipes are present before preparing the site or anchoring the structure Location should be away from structures that could cause snow to drift on or around the building Do not position the building in a place where large loads such as snow and ice large tree braches or other overhead obstacles could fall SITE After choo...

Page 3: ... main cover and end panels if equipped Purlins and some strut assemblies also consist of connected pipes to form a conduit Each pipe joint of a conduit assembly is secured with a self tapping Tek screw Coupler or Fitting A part of the frame assembly where legs purlins and rafter pipes are inserted and secured In most instances 3 way and 4 way couplers are used In some larger applications couplers ...

Page 4: ... clamps Lay Out the Building Site After the site is prepared marking the ground where the shelter will be situated and identifying the location of the shelter corners helps to square the frame after it is assembled Taking these steps before assembling the shelter saves time and ensures that the structure is positioned as desired The following procedure is a suggested method Its use depends on the ...

Page 5: ...d to secure purlins to the rafters Diagram of the Rafter Connection Plate 105087 for the center bracing for all rafters Diagram shows the 5 diagonal bracing for rafters Vertical bracket 105086 for center rafter bracing Pictorial Parts Guide Not all parts are shown 105090 FA4482 Tek Screw Visit www ClearSpan com for additional products and customer assistance 4 of 22 ...

Page 6: ...TE Use a hammer and wood block to seat the tubes together 3 Repeat the procedure as needed for the remaining base rail 4 Install one Tek screw at each splice to secure the two tubes DO NOT install the Tek screws on the top or bottom surface of the base rail NOTE The wide 3 surfaces of the assembled base rail are the top and bottom of the rail ATTACH RAFTER FEET NOTE Before attaching the rafter fee...

Page 7: ...top or peak two 2 straight pipes and two 2 bent leg pipes NOTE Consult the Spec Sheet for additional part descriptions ATTENTION For Medium Frame only two 2 additional straight leg extensions are included See the following diagram for clarification and tube locations All Rafter Assemblies for 24 Wide Shelter Complete the following steps to assemble the rafters NOTE Use the previous diagram for raf...

Page 8: ...center bracing The required parts for one 1 rafter are listed below 2 S20P064 2 x 2 plain sq tubes at 64 each 1 104075 1 75 x 1 75 plain tube at 16 insert 1 S20P020 2 x 2 plain sq tubes at 20 each 1 104624 Square Tube Fitting w 1 way plate 4 105087 Connection Plate angled at top 1 105086 Vertical Bracket ATTENTION All parts are secured using the FA4482 Tek screws 5 Locate the 20 vertical tube S20P...

Page 9: ... rafter the vertical bracket is attached to the back or inside of the rafter tube The below diagram shows the assembled center bracing for the rafter 10 After attaching all center bracing components position the brace assembly between the rafter legs and at the top of the rafter as positioned on the ground 11 Align the vertical bracket with the center of the rafter top and secure the bracket with ...

Page 10: ...nent Marker Tape Measure Required Pipe 1 315 x 75 swaged pipe 131S075 1 315 x XX plain pipe 131P0XX NOTE The purlins are part of the assembled frame There are four 4 lengths of assembled purlins that run perpendicular to the rafter assemblies Each purlin consists of 1 315 x 75 131S075 swaged pipes number is determined by shelter length and one 1 1 315 x XX 131P0XX plain pipe ATTENTION The XX repre...

Page 11: ...o temporarily anchor the rafter in place For this first end rafter all temporary bracing must remain in place until other rafters are set in place and attached to the first rafter and each other 3 Secure the leg pipes to the rafter feet using Tek screws 4 Carefully position the first interior rafter in place and secure the leg pipes to the rafter feet on the base rails as previously described 5 As...

Page 12: ...the pre marked purlin assemblies and attach to the rafter as previously described 15 Verify that the distance between the rafters is 48 center to center Adjust the rafter forward or backward as needed to maintain this dimension 16 Repeat the above steps as needed to stand place and secure the remaining rafters and purlins to complete the frame assembly NOTE If the last rafter is plumb and the purl...

Page 13: ... Complete these steps to install the four 4 side struts 1 Locate one 1 eight foot strut 105119 and position it between one end rafter leg and the leg of the first interior rafter as shown above 2 Align one end of the strut with the center of the interior rafter leg and secure the strut to the base rail with a Tek screw See the diagram that follows for clarification 3 Verify that the end rafter is ...

Page 14: ...ly continue with these instructions WARNING Securing the base rails to concrete blocks or wood boards set on the site is not a substitute for properly anchoring the shelter You must anchor the shelter as described in the MUST READ document FAILING TO PROPERLY ANCHOR THE SHELTER WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SHELTER AND CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY READ THE MUST READ DOCUMENT TO PROPERLY ANCHOR THE SHE...

Page 15: ...helter includes the optional side panels these are installed before the main cover is installed If you want to purchase the optional side panels for your shelter contact Customer Service at 1 800 245 9881 for additional information If you do not have side panels to install continue with the Ratchet and Main Cover Installation procedures WARNING To prevent serious personal injury or property damage...

Page 16: ...MAIN COVER INSTALLATION The main cover is secured to the shelter frame using ratchets and straps Four 4 ratchets are attached to each of the end rafters The remaining ratchets are attached to the legs of the rafters along the sides RATCHET INSTALLATION for shelters with Main Cover Complete these steps to attach the ratchets to the frame 1 Locate the ratchets and Tek screws used to attach the ratch...

Page 17: ...helter where XX represents the remaining length required to complete the conduit assembly and to reach the end of the shelter 2 After assembling the two 2 cover conduits of equal length locate the main cover and spread it out on the ground NOTE Use a hammer and wood block to seat the pipes of the cover conduits 3 Insert the cover conduits into the pockets on each side the main cover as it is posit...

Page 18: ...n place tighten the ratchets as needed to stretch the main cover over the shelter NOTE To properly secure the main cover tighten the side ratchets first and then tighten the ratchets that secure the ends of the main cover If the strap length is to too long and it binds in the ratchet loosen the ratchet remove the excess strap length and retighten 14 After the main cover is tightened read the Shelt...

Page 19: ...ols that will not damage the cover when removing snow Check the contents of the shelter to verify that nothing is touching the cover that could cause damage If the shelter is moved inspect all parts and connections before using Check the anchoring system to verify that all anchors are tight and in good repair Depending on the contents type of the shelter shelter materials and shelter location the ...

Page 20: ...CARPORT DIAGRAMS 24 wide 104980F 24 x 20 104981F 24 x 24 104982F 24 x 28 Visit www ClearSpan com for additional products and customer assistance 19 of 22 ...

Page 21: ...104983F 24 x 32 104984F 24 x 36 104985F 24 x 40 Visit www ClearSpan com for additional products and customer assistance 20 of 22 ...

Page 22: ...104986F 24 x 44 Visit www ClearSpan com for additional products and customer assistance 21 of 22 ...

Page 23: ...Notes and Comments Visit www ClearSpan com for additional products and customer assistance 22 of 22 ...

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