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Revision date: 06.19.12
Diagonal Strut Installation
Diagonal Strut
Ground Level
Diagonal Strut
A & B
C & D
Diagram above shows strut position as seen from the
inside of the frame.
A
B
C
D
Drill 3/8"
hole.
Secure with 5/16"
bolt, washers,
and locknut.
Diagrams above show how to secure strut to the
assembled frame.
Bend strut ends as shown.
STRUT INSTALLATION
For additional support, attach diagonal struts to the frame between
the end rafter and the first interior rafter at each end. Collect the
needed parts and install the diagonal struts as instructed below.
Required parts and tools:
Frame with 6' rafter spacing use the 108872 (8') strut; frame with
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a 4' rafter spacing use the 108871 (7') strut.
Secure using FAG340B (5/16" x 3 1/2" bolt), FAME07B flat
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washers, and FALF37B 5/16" locknut
Tape measure, marker, hammer, vise grip, center punch, and drill
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with 5/16" drill bit
Complete these steps:
Using a vise grip (or similar tool) or a vice, bend each flattened
1.
end of the strut as shown in the diagram and photos to the right.
When installed, ends are tight to the frame.
ATTENTION:
Verify you have selected the correct strut. Some
frames include struts of different lengths. Consult the diagrams in
the Quick Start section for your building for additional details.
Position strut as shown (lower-right photo)
2.
between the end rafter
and first interior rafter
. (Adjust position so strut does not interfere
with any other building component.)
Mark the mounting hole locations and drill holes using a 3/8" drill bit.
3.
Insert a bolt with washer through the mounting holes and add another washer and locknut.
4.
Tighten the nut to secure the strut to the frame.
5.
Continue by installing the remaining diagonal struts.
6.
NOTE:
For some strut designs, the mounting hole is
offset. In such cases, center and drill the mounting hole
through the flattened end of the strut so that it aligns with
the center of the rafter leg.
