ClearSpan 108294P, Manual

Page 1: ... Reproduction is prohibited without permission Photo may show a different but similar model ClearSpan 20 Wide Econoline Storage Building STK DIMENSIONS 108294P 20 W x 12 H x 20 L 108295P 20 W x 12 H x 25 L 108296P 20 W x 12 H x 30 L 108297P 20 W x 12 H x 35 L 108298P 20 W x 12 H x 40 L ...

Page 2: ...anchoring may cause shelter instability and failure of the structure Failing to anchor the shelter properly will void the manufacturer 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 Always consult local and regional building codes before you begin The following suggestions and precautions will...

Page 3: ...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 pipes are inserted and secured ...

Page 4: ...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 throughout these instructions for clarification or contact Customer Serv...

Page 5: ... different parts of the building Consult the Quick Start Guide for additional details and diagrams Some parts are not shown FA4482B Tek Screw 102856 End Clamp 102548 Cross Connector QH1061 Ratchet 103620b Plain End Strap Swaged Plain Swaged and Plain Rafter Sections QH1400 QH1402 Band Clamps 104301 Rafter Foot ...

Page 6: ... storage building For details of each assembly procedure consult the Quick Start Guide and the individual sections of these instructions See illustration below to identify main parts of shelter 1 Layout the site and identify the required parts for each assembly procedure 2 Assemble all rafters 3 Assemble and anchor the frame 4 Prepare and install the main cover ClearSpan Econoline Storage Building...

Page 7: ...emble properly if the top of the pony wall is uneven Pony wall thickness The thickness of the pony wall must provide a surface for the entire mounting base of each rafter foot See the diagram to the right REMEMBER The cover of the building is attached to the outside of the pony wall Position rafters as close to the outside edge of the pony wall as possible The pony wall must support the load creat...

Page 8: ... a flat surface 2 Slide five 5 end clamps 102856 and two 2 band clamps QH1402 onto the rafter in the locations noted below Do not secure the clamps to the rafter at this time These clamps are repositioned during the frame assembly when the purlins are added View of the end rafter and clamps as shown is from the outside when the frame is assembled NOTE Position all clamps as shown Use a piece of du...

Page 9: ...104301 Rafter Foot FAG336B Bolt FALB02B Nut Space below is reserved for customer notes ATTACH RAFTER FEET After assembling the rafters attach two 2 rafter feet to each rafter NOTE Skip this section if you have first spaced and secured the rafter feet to the pony wall Continue with the frame assembly Adapt those steps as needed to account for any changes resulting from first attaching the feet 1 At...

Page 10: ...g the 5 on center rafter to rafter spacing set the interior rafter in position and repeat Steps 3 4 Additional assistants are required to hold the rafter in position See Side Profile diagrams for the correct rafter spacing 3 Verify that the 5 on center rafter width is 20 and secure the rafter feet of the end rafter to the pony wall using customer supplied fasteners to prevent shifting 4 Brace the ...

Page 11: ...tors 13 Continue adding rafters and purlins until the frame is nearly complete NOTE Remember to add band clamps to the lower purlins between the second and third rafter at the remaining end of the frame for the installation of the struts Review Step 1 to set the final end rafter 14 Finish each purlin with a plain pipe and use the final end rafter to complete the assembly NOTE To prevent cover dama...

Page 12: ...s shown below Actual strut and position may vary ANCHOR THE SHELTER At this point anchor the frame Once the frame is anchored properly continue with these instructions WARNING You must anchor the shelter as described in the MUST READ document FAILING TO PROPERLY ANCHOR THE SHELTER WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SHELTER AND MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY READ THE MUST READ DOCUMENT TO PROPERLY ANCHOR THE ...

Page 13: ...plete the following steps to secure the ratchets to the pony wall 1 Locate four 4 ratchets QH1061 and attach these to the outside ends of the pony wall as shown in the diagram below Attach each ratchet using a Tek screw FA4482B Fasteners for pony walls constructed of material such as concrete stone or wood are not included and must be purchased separately Consult a contractor if needed 4 Measure a...

Page 14: ...he Side Profile Diagram in the Quick Start section for pipe identification 2 After assembling the cover conduits locate the main cover and unfold it on a clean smooth surface against the pony wall Unfold the main cover with the inside surface facing up and the straps positioned at the front and back of the pony wall a Locate all sections of pipe needed to assemble the cover conduit b Insert the sw...

Page 15: ...will be the underside of the cover when it is pulled into position on the frame 3 Once the main cover is pulled into position center the cover on the frame end to end and side to side WARNING To prevent damage and injury do not leave the cover unattended if it has not been properly secured 4 Locate the straps at the front and rear hems and feed the straps through the center slot in each end ratche...

Page 16: ... the main cover was pulled in place a slit in the cover pocket may already be present When creating the slit in the pocket for the strap do not cut the main cover Cut only the pocket material 2 Select one of the tie down straps 103620B that shipped with the building and insert one end of the strap through the slit and around the cover conduit NOTE Do not tighten completely at this time Ratchet loc...

Page 17: ... 1 800 245 9881 for assistance NOTE With the exception of Truss Arch buildings ClearSpan shelters and greenhouses do not have any tested loading criteria TIGHTEN THE SIDE RATCHETS Verify that the cover is in the desired position and centered on the frame Loosen and reposition if needed Continue with these steps to tighten the side ratchets 1 Move to the side ratchets attached to the outside of the...

Page 18: ...ision date 05 19 09 Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame QUICK START GUIDE 20 Wide Econoline Storage Building Width 20 0 5 8 Center To Center 12 7 7 8 Height Grid Represents 12 Squares FRONT 20 6 1 8 Width Edge To Edge ...

Page 19: ... TO MID OVER PIPE CONNECTION PURLIN CONNECTION OVER PIPE CONNECTION PURLIN CONNECTION 8 FROM GROUND PURLIN CONNECTION 8 FROM GROUND SECURED USING A TEK SCREW PLACED ON END RAFTERS NEAR BOTTOM QH1061 RATCHET SECURED USING A TEK SCREW PLACED ON END RAFTERS NEAR BOTTOM QH1061 RATCHET END RAFTER USING END CLAMPS ALL PURLINS ARE CONNECTED TO THE NOTE RAFTERS USING CROSS CONNECTORS PURLIN CONNECTION 1 6...

Page 20: ... PROFILE 108294P QH1308 Strut 5 0 Rafter Spacing Center To Center Center To Center Length 20 0 20 4 1 8 Length Edge To Edge 1 131P0255 3 131S075 Purlin Assembly Cover Conduit Ratchets are attached on the sides of the pony wall labeled with R Pony Wall R R R ...

Page 21: ...PROFILE 108295P 1 131P0135 4 131S075 Purlin Assembly Cover Conduit QH1308 Strut 5 0 Rafter Spacing Center To Center Center To Center Length 25 0 25 4 1 8 Length Edge To Edge Ratchets are attached on the sides of the pony wall labeled with R Pony Wall R R R R ...

Page 22: ...PROFILE 108296P 1 131P0735 4 131S075 Purlin Assembly Cover Conduit QH1308 Strut 5 0 Rafter Spacing Center To Center Center To Center Length 30 0 30 4 1 8 Length Edge To Edge Ratchets are attached on the sides of the pony wall labeled with R Pony Wall R R R R ...

Page 23: ...PROFILE 108297P 1 131P0615 5 131S075 Purlin Assembly Cover Conduit QH1308 Strut 5 0 Rafter Spacing Center To Center Center To Center Length 35 0 35 4 1 8 Length Edge To Edge Pony Wall Ratchets are attached on the sides of the pony wall labeled with R R R R R ...

Page 24: ...ROFILE 108298P QH1308 Strut 5 0 Rafter Spacing Center To Center Center To Center Length 40 0 40 4 1 8 Length Edge To Edge 1 131P0495 6 131S075 Purlin Assembly Cover Conduit Ratchets are attached on the sides of the pony wall labeled with R R R Pony Wall R R R ...

Page 25: ... Revision date 05 19 09 Band Clamp Strut Connection View 3 Purlin End Rafter Connection View 2 Purlin Mid Rafter Connection View 1 Rafter Foot Connection View 4 CONNECTIONS NOTE Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame ...

Page 26: ...n End Rafter Purlin End Clamp Mid Rafter Purlin Cross Connector View 1 Purlin Mid Rafter View 2 Purlin End Rafter View 3 Band Clamp Strut Connection Connection Connection Rafter Leg FAG336B 5 16 x 2 1 2 Bolt 104301 Rafter Foot FALB02B 5 16 Nut Customer Supplied Fasteners View 4 Rafter Foot Connection ...

Page 27: ...27 CLEARSPAN POLY BUILDINGS Revision date 05 19 09 Space below is reserved for customer notes ...