ClearSpan 108294F, Manual

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

Page 2: ...e 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 The following suggestions and precautions will help you determine whether your selected location is the best location Never erect the structure under power lines Identify whether ...

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: ...onsult the Pictorial Parts Guide and all shelter diagrams throughout these instructions for clarification or contact Customer Service NOTE At this time you do not need to open the plastic bags containing the fasteners if used QUICK START GUIDE For a quick overview of this shelter and its components consult the Quick Start Guide near the back of these instructions The pages of the Quick Start Guide...

Page 5: ...H1061 Ratchet 103620b Plain End Strap Swaged Plain Swaged and Plain Rafter Sections QH1400 QH1402 Band Clamp The following graphics and photos will help you identify the different parts of the building Consult the Quick Start Guide for additional details and diagrams All parts are not shown 104301 Rafter Foot ...

Page 6: ...on 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 The instructions that follow describe assembling all rafters and then constructing the frame Depending on the number of individuals assisting with the construction it may be best and more...

Page 7: ...f 3 4 5 such as 6 8 10 or 12 16 20 helps to maintain an accurate 90 angle 3 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 4 Next paint or mark a line on the ground using the strings between the stakes as guides Space below is reserved for customer notes NOTE If a baseboard is used drill holes through...

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: ...pace below is reserved for customer notes Toward the inside of the frame when assembled 102856 End Rafter Purlin ATTACH RAFTER FEET After assembling the rafters attach two 2 rafter feet to each rafter 1 Attach one rafter foot 104301 to a rafter using the 3 8 hex head bolt FAG336B and nut FALB02B 2 Repeat step to attach the remaining rafter foot 3 Repeat the above procedure for all rafter assemblie...

Page 10: ...rlin pipe through the connector and through the upper end clamp at the top of the end rafter See circles above 5 Verify that both rafters are plumb and properly spaced on center and tighten the upper clamps CAUTION To prevent cover damage the ends of the purlins should extend no more than past the end clamp See diagram that follows Step 1 Do not allow purlin to extend beyond the edge of the end ra...

Page 11: ...lete the assembly NOTE To prevent cover damage DO NOT allow the purlin to extend beyond the end rafter If the last end rafter is plumb and the purlin run extends beyond the end of the rafter cut the last section of purlin pipe to the required length Typically purlin pipes do not require cutting Verify that the finished purlin run has the correct plain pipe before cutting any pipe Consult the Side ...

Page 12: ...E PERSONAL INJURY READ THE MUST READ DOCUMENT TO PROPERLY ANCHOR THE SHELTER After anchoring the frame check the frame for rough edges as described in the following procedure 2 Remove the bolts and attach a strut between the band clamp on the purlin and the band clamp on the end rafter Position the strut so that it forms a triangle as shown below Actual strut and position may vary FINAL FRAME CHEC...

Page 13: ...sembly with one plain pipe and add swaged pipes to arrive at the correct length Secure each pipe joint with a Tek screw and wrap the joint with duct tape These cover conduits are inserted into the pockets sealed to the main cover The cover conduits are used to tighten and secure the main cover 3 After assembling the cover conduits locate the main cover and unfold it on a clean smooth surface near ...

Page 14: ...tall ratchets as shown attached to the outside of the rafter leg or on the inside of the rafter not shown Conduit in cover pocket Rafter Leg Ratchet 3 Toss the ropes over the frame and pull the cover into position One person is required at each rope 4 Once the main cover is pulled into position center the cover on the frame and remove the ropes Loosely secure the ends of the cover to the ratchets ...

Page 15: ...ts promptly If the shelter is disassembled and moved inspect all parts and connections before reassembling For replacement or missing parts call 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 NOTE DO NOT cut through the main cover Cut through the conduit pocket only 9 Thread the strap ends int...

Page 16: ... date 05 19 09 QUICK START GUIDE 20 Wide Econoline Storage Building Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame Width Center To Center 20 0 5 8 12 7 7 8 Height Grid Represents 12 Squares F FR RO ON NT T 20 6 1 8 Width Edge To Edge ...

Page 17: ... CONNECTED 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 CONN...

Page 18: ...9 SIDE PROFILE 108294F 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 rafters labeled with R R R R ...

Page 19: ... SIDE PROFILE 108295F 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 rafters labeled with R R R R R ...

Page 20: ... SIDE PROFILE 108296F 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 rafters labeled with R R R R R ...

Page 21: ... SIDE PROFILE 108297F 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 Ratchets are attached on the sides of the rafters labeled with R R R R R ...

Page 22: ...SIDE PROFILE 108298F 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 rafters labeled with R R R R R R ...

Page 23: ...23 CLEARSPAN POLY BUILDINGS Revision date 05 19 09 CONNECTIONS Purlin Mid Rafter Connection View 1 Purlin End Rafter Connection View 2 Band Clamp Strut Connection View 3 Ratchet Foot Connection Vew 4 ...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...25 CLEARSPAN POLY BUILDINGS Revision date 05 19 09 Space below is reserved for customer notes ...