CHICK-INN
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Revision date: 12.19.07
ANCHOR THE SHELTER
At this point, anchor the shelter. Consult the MUST READ
document for anchoring information and suggestions.
Please call customer service at 1-800-245-9881 for
additional anchoring information.
CAUTION
: The anchor assembly is an integral part of
the shelter construction. Improper anchoring may
cause shelter instability and failure of the structure
to perform as designed. Failing to anchor the shelter
properly will void the manufacturer’s warranty and may
cause serious injury and damage.
INSTALL COVER
Gather the parts:
• Ratchets (1'' 4000lb)
• Pipe 1.315'' x 75'' Swaged (#131S075)
• Pipe 1.315'' x 72'' Plain (#131P072)
• Cover and ropes long enough to reach over the frame
(supplied by customer). May not be needed for some
frame designs and lengths.
• Tek screws and 5/16” magnetic driver (supplied)
NOTE:
Each main cover conduit consists of two (2)
1.315'' x 75'' (#131S075) swaged pipe and one (1)
1.315'' x 72'' (#131P072) plain pipe.
WARNING:
To prevent damage to the cover and to
prevent serious personal injury, DO NOT attempt to
install the cover on windy days.
1. Select the required pipe sections for one main cover
conduit and connect these by inserting the swaged
ends of the pipes into the plain ends until the conduit
is assembled. Secure each pipe joint with a Tek
screw and wrap the joint with duct tape (supplied by
customer). Repeat this step for the remaining conduit.
These cover conduits are inserted into pockets in the
cover and are used to tighten and secure the cover.
2. After assembling the cover conduits, locate the cover
and unfold it along the side of the frame.
NOTE:
When handling the cover and setting it in
position, do not pull on the end straps. They will pull out
of the cover.
3. Locate the cover ends with strapping and align cover
with the front and back of the shelter.
4. Insert the cover conduits into the pockets of the cover.
NOTE:
Do not insert the conduits into the pocket that
includes the strap, which is at the front and back.
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5. To pull the cover over the frame, attach ropes to both
ends of the cover conduit. Wrap the rope around the
conduit a few times to prevent it from slipping off.
NOTE:
Depending on the length of the cover it may
be necessary to attach additional ropes to the cover
conduit between the end ropes by cutting a small
opening in the cover pocket and tying the rope around
the conduit.
Cut through the conduit pocket only. Rope
may not be needed for some cover and frame designs.
6. With all ropes attached to the cover conduit, lift the
conduit and carry the cover toward the base of the
frame.
7. Toss the ropes over the frame and pull the cover into
position. One person is required at each rope.
Ropes
Cover
Ends with
Strapping
Cover Conduits
