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Revision date: 02.10.10
Rafter Assembly
RAFTER ASSEMBLY
After setting the ground posts or anchoring the mounting
feet, continue with the rafter assembly.
NOTE:
All rafter assemblies consist of two rafter sections
joined by a single splice at the peak. Consult the rafter
diagram in the Quick Start section of these instructions
before and during the rafter assembly process for details.
Assistance is required to assemble the rafters and frame.
Gather the parts:
Rafter sections (30' or 35' wide–2 sections per rafter)
•
Rafter splice (#
• CFG030PINSS01)
3/8" x 2-1/2" bolts, nuts, and flat washers (to secure rafter sections to the splice)
•
Place two rafter sections on the ground end-to-end. (The end of each section includes the two mounting holes
1.
to secure the splice.) Support the rafter sections with blocks as needed. Consult the diagrams for details.
Connect the two rafter sections using a splice, 3/8" x 2-1/2" machine bolts, 3/8" flat washers, and 3/8" nuts.
2.
Position the installed studs of the splice so they point up to accept the top purlins when these are installed. See
the diagram below.
For long frames, it may be best to assemble the individual rafters and set them in place to conserve work
space. To reduce handling, designate assembly areas along the length of the frame and set the individual rafter
sections in those areas to be assembled and connected to the frame.
After assembling some or all of the rafters, continue with the frame assembly.
3.
CFG030PINSS01 Spice
SUPPORT BLOCKS
3/8" x 2 1/2" bolts (FAG361B), 3/8" flat washers
(FAME08B), and 3/8" nuts (FALB04B)
Splice
Stud