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Revision date: 12.19.07

REQUIRED TOOLS

The following list identifies the main tools needed to 

 

assemble the shelter. Additional tools and supports may be 

needed depending on the structure, location, and  

application.
•  Tape measure or measuring device
•  Tools to install anchor systems (additional purchase is 

required. Consult the Must Read document.)

•  Variable speed drill and impact driver (cordless with 

extra batteries works best) 

•  Wrench, ratchet and socket (recommended)
•  Eye protection and gloves to handle metal pipe
•  Duct tape (optional and supplied by customer)
•  Box cutter or utility knife

UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS

The following steps will ensure that you have all the  

necessary parts before you begin to assemble the shelter.
1.  Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where  

you can easily inventory the parts. Refer to the Bill of  

Materials/Spec Sheets.

2.  Verify that all parts listed on the Bill of Materials/Spec  

Sheets are present. If anything is missing or you have  

questions, consult the Pictorial Parts Guide and all  

shelter diagrams for clarification, or contact Customer  

Service.

 

NOTE:

 At this time, you do not need to open the plastic  

 

bags containing smaller parts such as fasteners or  

 washers.

Space below is reserved for customer notes.

Summary of Contents for 104299

Page 1: ...HICK INN Revision date 12 19 07 Chick Inn Coops Photo may show a different but similar model 2007 FarmTek All Rights Reserved Reproduction is prohibited without permission STK DIMENSIONS 104299 12 W x 18 L ...

Page 2: ...r s warranty and may cause serious injury and damage LOCATION Choosing the proper location is an important step before you begin to assemble the structure The following suggestions and precautions will help you determine whether your selected location is the best location Never erect the structure under power lines Identify whether underground cables and pipes are present before preparing the site...

Page 3: ...ough the following definitions before you begin to assemble your shelter Conduit An assembly of pipes used to secure the 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 ...

Page 4: ...tape optional and supplied by customer Box cutter or utility knife UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS The following steps will ensure that you have all the necessary parts before you begin to assemble the shelter 1 Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where you can easily inventory the parts Refer to the Bill of Materials Spec Sheets 2 Verify that all parts listed on the Bill of Materials Spec She...

Page 5: ...d show you how they are used Not all parts are shown 102192 4 Way Coupler 102191 3 Way Coupler FA4470B Tek Screw QH1061 Ratchet 103620b Plain End Strap Swaged Pipe End Plain Pipe End Swaged and plain pipe ends used to show the difference Pipe shape may differ from actual pipe used for the shelter 100442 Nut Setter ...

Page 6: ...yebolts install the Tek screws at each pipe connection for additional security if desired WARNING To prevent personal injury and damage to the shelter fasten and tighten a Tek screw at each pipe and coupler joint To prevent cover damage install the Tek screw so that it does not touch the main cover or any optional side or end panels once these are installed ADDITIONAL PARTS IDENTIFICATION NOTES In...

Page 7: ...iew of the process for assembling your Chick Inn Coop See illustration below to identify main parts of shelter 1 Locate the required parts for each assembly procedure 2 Assemble the rafters and frame and square frame 3 Anchor the shelter 4 Prepare and attach main cover NOTE Not all ratchets are shown attached to the frame ...

Page 8: ...efer to diagram Using multiples of 3 4 5 such as 6 8 10 or 12 16 20 helps to maintain an accurate 90 angle 4 After squaring the position of the building and placing a stake at all corners string a line between the stakes to mark the base of the building RAFTER ASSEMBLY Gather the parts Pipes 1 315 x 78 Plain 131P078 Pipes 1 315 x 72 Plain 131P072 3 Way Couplers 102191 4 Way Couplers 102192 Rafter ...

Page 9: ...ED SQUARE THE ASSEMBLED FRAME Gather the parts Measuring tape Complete these steps 1 With the frame in position perform a final square of the frame by measuring diagonally corner to corner shown below at the bottom of the legs and verify that the two measurements are equal Adjust if needed 2 Adjust width Measure width from center of rafter leg to center of other rafter leg of the same rafter assem...

Page 10: ...ecure 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 no...

Page 11: ...en ratchets to the outside of these rafters using Tek screws 12 Cut a slit through the main cover pocket at the rafter position where the ratchets are installed Insert a 3 section of strap though the slit and around the cover conduit for each ratchet 13 Thread the strap ends into a ratchet and slightly tighten NOTE It may be necessary to remove excess strap if it binds up in the ratchet 14 Repeat ...

Page 12: ...se tools that will not damage the cover when removing debris Remove snow to prevent excess accumulation Use tools that will not damage the cover when removing snow Check the contents of the shelter to verify that nothing is touching the cover or the side panels that could cause damage Check the anchoring system to ensure that all components are tight and in good repair If the shelter is moved insp...

Page 13: ...13 CHICK INN Revision date 12 19 07 Space below is reserved for customer notes ...

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