CLEARSPAN
™
GARAGES
16
Revision date: 09.14.10
INSTALL SIDE RATCHETS
The main cover is secured to the shelter frame using
ratchets and straps. Two (2) ratchets are attached to each
of the end panel conduits. The remaining ratchets are
evenly spaced long each side of the shelter and directly
across from each other on the
same rafter assembly
.
Ratchets are attached to the outside of the base frame tube
and to the
end panel conduit
as shown above.
Complete these steps to attach the ratchets to the frame:
1. Locate the ratchets (QH1061) and Tek screws
(FA4482B) used to attach the ratchets to the frame
tube.
2. Move to the outside of the first
end rafter
and attach
one (1) ratchet to the frame tube as shown below.
Ratchets
3. Repeat previous step to attach the remaining ratchets
to the outside of the base frame tube.
NOTE:
Ratchets are evenly spaced long each side of
the shelter and directly across from each other on the
same rafter assembly
. Rafters are identified by the
arrows below.
4. After attaching the ratchets to
both sides of the base
frame
, move to the end rafters, measure six (6) inches
from the inside of the rafter leg, and attach a ratchet to
the
end panel conduit
as shown in the next diagram.
NOTE:
Diagram above is an example of the 20' shelter.
Ratchet
Base Frame
End Panel
6"
NOTE:
The mounting screws for the ratchets attached
to the end panel conduits are installed through the end
panels and into the conduit. The ratchets are installed
on the outside of the end panel.
5. Repeat the previous step for all remaining ratchets to
attach them to the end panel conduits as previously
described and shown.
6. After attaching all ratchets, complete the next
procedure to install the main cover.
