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Revision date: 12.19.07
LAY OUT THE BUILDING SITE
After the site is prepared, 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 size of the shelter, shelter application,
the footings, and the method used to anchor the shelter.
SQUARE THE SITE
1. Identify where a corner of the building will be
positioned, drive in a stake. String a line the exact
width of the building and drive another stake.
2. Sting a line 90 degrees from the string at least as long
as the building and drive a stake at one back corner.
3. Measure the width and length of the building and drive
the final corner stake.
NOTE:
A transit can be used to ensure an accurate 90°
angle, or the 3-4-5 rule can be used. Refer 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 Assembly Procedure
Arrange the roof pipes on the ground adjacent to the
correct couplers needed to assemble the roof.
1. Connect the ridge pipes (72" purlin section) using a
3-Way coupler on each end and 4-Way couplers
between the sections. The length should match your
shelter length.
NOTE:
The last ridge pipe will finish with a 3-Way
coupler.
2. Attach the rafter pipes as shown in the illustration.
Rafter pipes are 78".
3. Connect the 3-Way couplers to assemble the end
rafters of the roof assembly and connect the 4-Way
couplers to construct the inside rafters.
NOTE:
Position the couplers with the eye bolts inside
the frame.
Inside
Rafter
78"
72"
End
Rafter
Ridge
Pipe
4-Way Coupler
3-Way
Coupler
Inside
Rafter
End
Rafter