4. Roof Assembly
PNEG-2145
21' Diameter Gamma Roof Assembly Instructions
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Installing the Tension Rods
What You Should Know
Tension rods connect to the rafter brackets through the rafter and are installed around the inside of the bin.
Before You Begin
Make sure all the rafters are installed before preceding the installation of tension rods.
1. Install the tension rods (A) between the two (2) rafter brackets (C) with washers (D) and nuts (E)
as shown.
NOTE:
Make sure that both ends of the tension rod (A) installed to the first hole from eave side of
the rafters.
2. Install the next tension rod (B) between the two (2) rafter bracket (C) on the second hole from the
eave with washers (D) and nuts (E) as shown.
NOTE:
Adjust tension rods (A and B) to slight tension (do not over tighten), before removing center
support jack.
3. Tighten the hardware to the recommended torque specifications. See bolt torque specifications
Figure 4L Installing the Tension Rods
Ref #
Part #
Description
Ref #
Part #
Description
A
CRP-4827
3/4" Tension Rod
D
S-866
3/4" Washer
B
CRP-4827
3/4" Tension Rod
E
S-234
3/4" Nut
C
CTR-1364
Roof Rafter Bracket
