Menards ATV Sport Shelters universal

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
7’ X 10’ X 6’ AND 7’ X 16’ X 6’ ATV SPORT SHELTER
ACTUAL FRAME SIZES: 7’ X 9’-1 1/2” X 6’ AND 7’ X 13’-7 1/2” X 6’
AND
12’ X 10’ X 6’ AND 12’ X 16’ X 6’ ATV SPORT SHELTER
ACTUAL FRAME SIZES: 12’ X 9’-1 1/2” X 6’ AND 12’ X 13’-7 1/2” X 6’
7’ X 10’ X 6’ SHELTER 7’ X 16’ X 6’ SHELTER
12’ X 10’ X 6’ SHELTER 12’ X 16’ X 6’ SHELTER
Our unique assembly process quickly transforms the individual pieces into a finished structure that will give
you a lifetime of service. Great care has been taken to ensure complete satisfaction with your purchase. In
the unlikely event that there are any missing or damaged parts, or if you simply need technical assistance,
please call our Toll Free Hotline at 1-800-900-7222 and your questions will be addressed promptly. Thank you
for choosing the VersaTube Building System.
REV 3-3-06
FOR MODEL NUMBERS:
UC-079006, UC-0713506, UC-129006, UC-1213506
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SAFETY AND HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Read the following safety warnings and all instructions in their entirety prior to installation. If you have
questions or are missing any parts, contact Mid-South Metal Products, Inc. (dba VersaTube Building
Systems) Customer Service at 1-800-900-7222 before proceeding.
WARNING:
Metal parts may get hot when exposed to high heat or direct sunlight. Avoid contact with skin and wear
protective gloves and clothing to prevent the possibility of burns.
WARNING:
Do not stand or walk on the structure. It is not designed to support human weight or the storage of
materials on the roof. Collapse of the structure may cause serious injury due to weight of components.
WARNING:
Avoid installation on windy days as wind may create hazards during the installation process. Wind may
blow material or cause partially installed components to collapse prior to being secured or fully installed.
The weight of the components or structure may cause serious injury if it should collapse.
WARNING:
Metal conducts electricity and electrical shock hazards exist since the structure is made of metal. During
installation or storage, keep the structure and all components away from electrical sources. Make sure that
your selected location is away from power lines, underground cables, and any other source of electrical
power. Serious injury or even death may occur if contact is made with electrical current.
WARNING:
If the structure is moved once it has been installed, be certain to inspect all components and conditions
and follow each and every step of these instructions to make certain that the structure is securely
anchored, properly installed, and aligned. Failure to follow these steps could lead to collapse of the
structure and may result in serious risk of injury.
WARNING:
Be careful of the sharp edges which may cause cuts or lacerations. Wear protective work gloves and
suitable clothing for protection and always take care when handling metal parts.
WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses or goggles when installing self-drilling screws.
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PARTS LIST
PARTS FOR 7’ X 10’ X 6’ SHELTER & 7’ X 16’ X 6’ SHELTER PART NO.
STARTER BASE RAIL (2) 741-4045
BASE EXTENSION (2) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (4) FOR 16’ SHELTER 741-7050
SIDE POST (6) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (8) FOR 16’ SHELTER 741-5000
PEAK: (3) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (4) FOR 16’ SHELTER 741-6070
10’ SHEET METAL PANEL: (3) FOR 10’ SHELTER -
16’ SHEET METAL PANEL: (3) FOR 16’ SHELTER -
REBAR ANCHORS (6) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (8) FOR 16’ SHELTER ANC-24
#12 X 3/4” SELF-DRILLING SCREWS: (40) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (70) FOR 16’ SHELTER 71-9999A, 71-9999
#12 X 1” PAINTED, SELF-DRILLING SCREWS (120) 71-9999-W120
VINYL TRIM: (45’) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (55’) FOR 15’ SHELTER 9901-VTW
PARTS FOR 12’ X 10’ X 6’ SHELTER & 12’ X 16’ X 6’ SHELTER PART NO.
STARTER BASE RAIL (2) 741-4045
BASE EXTENSION (2) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (4) FOR 15’ SHELTER 741-7050
SIDE POST (6) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (8) FOR 15’ SHELTER 741-5000
PEAK (3) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (4) FOR 15’ SHELTER 741-6000
10’ SHEET METAL PANEL (5) FOR 10’ SHELTER -
16’ SHEET METAL PANEL (5) FOR 16’ SHELTER -
REBAR ANCHORS (6) FOR 10’ SHELTER, (8) FOR 15’ SHELTER ANC-24
#12 X 3/4” SELF-DRILLING SCREWS (70) FOR 10’ AND 16’ SHELTER 71-9999
#12 X 1” PAINTED, SELF-DRILLING SCREWS (120) 71-9999-W120
VINYL TRIM (60’) FOR 12’ X 10’ SHELTER, (72’) FOR 12’ X 16’ SHELTER 9901-VTW
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ATTENTION:
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE FOLLOWING NOTE
BEFORE STARTING THE ASSEMBLY OF YOUR SHELTER
NOTE:
If during the installation process you have difficulty fitting frame components together, use an
adjustable wrench to open the end of the receiving tube as shown below. Close wrench down
around bent portion of tube and bend wall outward. It may also be helpful to hit the center of the
swage at the end of the tube to create more of a lead.
Torque Setting
Cordless (14 or 18 volt)
Or Electric Screw Gun
With 5/16" Socket Drive
Safety Goggles
Or glasses
Work Gloves
Pencil/Marker
And Felt Marker
Tape Measure
Hammer
What you’ll need
Level
Items you may need
Masonry
Drill Bit
1/2” x 8”
Drill depth
Wrench, 3/4” & 1/2”
Vise grip or other
quick clamp
STRIKE WITH HAMMER
Adjustable wrench
2 Step Ladders
Shovel or
Post Hole
Digger
Hammer
Drill
Chalk Line and
Mason Line or
Nylon String
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SITE PREPARATION FOR ATV SPORT SHELTER
The Versatube shelter frame is designed to be placed on a foundation that is level side-to-side and sloped about 1” front-
to-back or back-to-front. That foundation can be: prepared ground (leveled and re-compacted), a concrete
footing, or a concrete mono slab with built-in footing. It is important that you create one of these conditions prior to
your carport or building installation. We recommend that you check with your local building official prior to starting your
project to find out what is acceptable for foundations and anchoring in your county. If you extend the shelter site about 3
or 4 feet on all sides, it will make it easier to position ladders for sheet metal installation.
SLAB WITH FOOTING OR FOOTINGS ALONE
If you will be pouring a slab for your shelter, the slab should be 4” thick and have a footing down both sides. The footing
should be 10” wide x 8” deep with a 45° blend between the slab and the footing. The slab should have a front-to-back or
back-to-front slope of about 1”. One run of #5 rebar mid-depth is recommended in the footing. Check with your local
building official for details and requirements in your county. The concrete should be 2500 to 3000 PSI.
The outside dimensions of the slab should be at least 4” larger than your frame dimensions. The slab should be at least
7’-4” wide x 10’ long for a 7’ x 10’ shelter and 7’-4” wide x 15’ long for a 7’ x 15’ shelter. Make the slab 12’-4” wide and 10’
long for a 12’ x 10’ shelter and 12’-4” wide x 15’ long foe a 12’ x 15’ shelter. This will allow the center of your anchor bolts
to be 3” from the edge of the slab.
FOOTINGS: Footings alone should be 10” wide and 8” deep and can be positioned so the base rails are centered in the
footing if you will be using wedge anchor bolts to anchor the base rails. The outside dimension of the footing will be the
shelter width plus 8”. Footings should be at least 3” longer than your frame. Footings should also slope 1” front-to-back or
back-to-front to allow water that might gather in horizontal ribs to flow over roof lap joints and off the roof.
4” SLAB WITH THICKENED SIDE EDGES
4”
#5 REBAR
CONT.
45˚
#5 REBAR
CONT.
21/2”
10”
21/2”
10”
1/2” X 5 1/2”
CONCRETE WEDGE
ANCHOR
10” X 8” FOOTING (BOTH SIDES OF SHELTER)
3”
8”
2”
8”
1/2” X 5 1/2”
CONCRETE WEDGE
ANCHOR
Frame Width + 4”
10” Footing
SLAB WITH FOOTING
Frame + 3”
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FRAME ASSEMBLY FOR 7’ WIDE SHELTER FRAMES: 7’ X 10’ (3 frame sections)
AND 7’ X 16’ (4 frame sections)
STEP 1: BASE RAIL ASSEMBLY
There are two runs of base rails. Each run of base rails has a starter base rail (A) with two vertical insert pins and base
extensions (B) with one vertical insert pin. 10’ frames have 1 extension and 16’ frames have 2 extensions. Insert one base
extension into the starter base rail and then the other base extension into the first extension. Set the overall length dimension
from the end of the starter base rail (A) to the end of the second base extension/extensions at 9’-2” for 10’ shelter or 13’-8”
for 16’ shelter. Now, fasten the joints on top with two #12 x 3/4” self-drilling screws. Repeat this assembly for the other run of
base rails.
STEP 2: ROOF/WALL FRAME ASSEMBLY
On the ground, assemble two side posts (C) and one peak (D) measure across the frame assembly at the top, just below the
bends and at the bottom an set the frame width at 7’. Try to keep the joints on both sides of the peak equal. With the
dimension set at 7’, attach the frame joints with two #12 x 3/4” self-drilling screws in each joint. Repeat this assembly for the
remaining frame sections.
STEP 3: ATTACHING THE ROOF/WALL FRAME SECTIONS TO THE BASE RAILS.
Place the base rails in the location that you have prepared. Set the front of the base rail assemblies even and 7’ apart outside
to outside. Now, set the back dimension 7’ apart.
Set one roof/wall frame assembly on the vertical insert pins at the back of the carport. You may want to face the joint assembly
screws to the back for a better appearance. Now, install the other two or three frame assemblies. Attach the side posts to
the base rail insert pins with two #12 x 3/4” self-drilling screws on the back side of the assembly.
7’
7’
BASE RAIL JOINT SIDE POST TO BASE
RAIL JOINT
A
B
D
STARTER BASE RAIL
C
RAFTER TO SIDE
POST OR PEAK JOINT
#12 X 3/4” SELF-DRILLING
SCREW
BASE EXTENSIONS
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FRAME ASSEMBLY FOR 12’ WIDE SHELTER FRAMES: 12’ X 10’ (3 frame sections)
AND 12’ X 16’ (4 frame sections)
STEP 1: BASE RAIL ASSEMBLY
There are two runs of base rails. Each run of base rails has a starter base rail (A) with two vertical insert pins and base
extensions (B) with one vertical insert pin. 10’ frames have 1 extension and 16’ frames have 2 extensions. Insert one base
extension into the starter base rail and then the other base extension into the first extension. Set the overall length dimension
from the end of the starter base rail (A) to the end of the second base extension/extensions at 9’-2” for 10’ shelter or 13’-8”
for 16’ shelter. Now, fasten the joints on top with two #12 x 3/4” self-drilling screws. Repeat this assembly for the other run of
base rails.
STEP 2: ROOF/WALL FRAME ASSEMBLY
On the ground, assemble two side posts (C) and one peak (D) and two rafters (E). Measure across the frame assembly at
the top, just below the bends and at the bottom an set the frame width at 12’. Try to keep the joints on both sides of the peak
equal. With the dimension set at 12’, attach the frame joints with two #12 x 3/4” self-drilling screws in each joint. Repeat this
assembly for the remaining frame sections.
STEP 3: ATTACHING THE ROOF/WALL FRAME SECTIONS TO THE BASE RAILS.
Place the base rails in the location that you have prepared. Set the front of the base rail assemblies even and 12’ apart outside
to outside. Now, set the back dimension 12’ apart.
Set one roof/wall frame assembly on the vertical insert pins at the back of the carport. You may want to face the joint assembly
screws to the back for a better appearance. Now, install the other two or three frame assemblies. Attach the side posts to
the base rail insert pins with two #12 x 3/4” self-drilling screws on the back side of the assembly.
12’ x 16’ frame shown.
12’ x 10’ frame has 3
frame sections.
12’
12’
BASE RAIL JOINT SIDE POST TO BASE
RAIL JOINT
A
D
B
E
C
#12 X 3/4” SELF-DRILLING
SCREW
RAFTER TO SIDE
POST OR PEAK JOINT
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ANCHORING TO GROUND WITH CONCRETE PIERS
DIGGING HOLES FOR CONCRETE
Mark the locations of the rails and the anchor holes on the ground. Move the shelter to one side and dig holes at each
anchor point for concrete. You may want to rent a gas-powered post hole digger with an 8” diameter auger for this job.
HOLE SIZE:
Dig a 8” diameter hole 18” deep at each anchor hole in base rails (8 total).
ANCHORING
Move the base rails back into position over the holes. Re-measure to make sure the rails are in the proper location.
( 12’ apart outside to outside). Measure diagonals to square frame. The diagonal measurements should be equal.
Now drop or drive a Versatube 30” re-bar ground anchor into each anchor hole.
Mix up concrete and pour into holes up to ground level. You may want to rent a mixer for this job. Before the concrete
sets, re-check all your dimensions to make sure the frame is square and has the proper width.
Let the concrete cure overnight before installing the sheet metal panels on the roof.
Note: If you do not have time to wait over night for the concrete to cure, you can install the sheet metal panels before you
anchor the shelter. IMPORTANT: You must level and square the frame before you attempt to install sheet metal. Failure
to support the frame in a square and level condition will result in crooked sheet metal and possible leaks when frame is
shifted for anchoring later.
BASE RAIL
CONCRETE
VERSATUBE
RE-BAR GROUND ANCHOR
ANCHORING TO CONCRETE SLAB OR FOOTING WITH 1/2” X 5 1/2” CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHORS
(NOT INCLUDED)
Place the assembled shelter frame on the concrete slab or footings and re-measure to be sure that the base rails are 12’
outside to outside at the front and back of the frame. Measure the diagonals to square the frame. Diagonal measurements
should be equal.
To drill the anchor holes, you will need a hammer drill and a 1/2” concrete drill bit long enough to go through the 2” base
rail and 3” into the concrete. Hold the base rail in place with your foot, insert the drill bit through the anchor hole in the
base rail and drill a hole 3” into the concrete. The base rail is 2” thick, so the total depth from the top of the base rail will
be 5”.
Place a flat washer onto the anchor bolt and screw on a hex nut until about 2 threads are exposed above the nut. Now,
place the bolt in the hole and tap it down with a hammer until the nut and washer touch the top of the base rail. Use a 3/4”
wrench to tighten the nut. Tighten the nut until it is snug. Do not crush the base rail tube.
FLAT WASHER
AND NUT
BASE RAIL
DRILL A 1/2 X 3”
DEEP HOLE IN
CONCRETE
1/2” X 5 1/2” WEDGE ANCHOR BOLT
(INSTALL ONE IN EACH BASE RAIL
ANCHOR HOLE)
SLAB OR FOOTING
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INSTALLING SHEET METAL PANELS ON 7’ X 10’ X 6’ SHELTER
INSTALLING THE FIRST PANEL (10’ PANEL)
Before you place the first panel on the roof, put a mark on all four peak tubes 3 1/2” up from the top end of the side post as
shown in detail (A) below.
Each panel has an under lap and an overlap edge. The under lap edge has a small flange at the edge. The overlap edge is
just a partial rib with no flange. (See illustration below).
Place the first panel on the roof in the center of the frame as shown with the flanged of the under lap edge of the panel lined
up with the marks that you put on the peak tubes. This will center the first panel on the frame. The ends of the panel should
overhang the ends of the frame 5 1/4”. Fasten the panel to the frame with #12 x 1” painted, self-drilling screws with sealing
washers. Place screws in the pattern indicated in the in the illustration below. Do not install screws next the center rib of the
panel. Also, do not install screws above the lower edge ribs of the panel at this time. You will be sliding the lower panels under
the first panel.
OVERLAP EDGE
UNDER LAP EDGE
5 1/4”
LINE PANEL UP
WITH MARKS
INSTALLING THE LOWER PANELS ON THE 7’ X 10’ SHELTERS
DETAIL (A)
MARK ON
ALL PEAKS
3 1/2”
SIDE POST
PLACE SCREWS ABOUT 1” FROM RIB
Note: On one side of the roof you will be sliding an under lap edge under an under lap edge and on the other side of the roof
you will be sliding an under lap edge under an overlap edge. Start on ether side of the roof to install one of the lower panels.
Lift the edge of the first panel and slip the under lap edge of the lower panel under the edge of panel (1). Line up the end of
the panel with the end of panel (1) and install screws in the pattern indicated. Note that there are no screws in the bends of
the frame. The frame bends have channels that would cause the roof panels to dimple if screws were installed in the bends.
Install screws above the lower ribs of panel 1 at this time. Repeat assembly for lower panel on other side of roof.
UNDER LAP RIB
UNDER OVERLAP
RIB
UNDER LAP RIB TO THE
TOP SIDE OF LOWER
PANELS
NO SCREWS IN
SIDE POST BEND
SEE INSTALLING
VINYL EDGE TRIM
ON LAST PAGE
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INSTALLING SHEET METAL PANELS ON 7’ X 16’ X 6’ SHELTER
INSTALLING THE FIRST PANEL (16’ PANEL)
Before you place the first panel on the roof, put a mark on all four peak tubes 3 1/2” up from the top end of the side post as
shown in detail (A) below.
Each panel has an under lap and an overlap edge. The under lap edge has a small flange at the edge. The overlap edge is
just a partial rib with no flange. (See illustration below).
Place the first panel (16’ long panel) on the roof in the center of the frame at the lower end of the carport (The end with the
base extensions, not the starter rail) as shown with the flanged of the under lap edge of the panel lined up with the marks
that you put on the peak tubes. This will center the first panel on the frame. The end of the panel should overhang the end of
the frame 14 1/4”. Fasten the panel to the frame with #12 x 1” painted, self-drilling screws with sealing washers. Place
screws in the pattern indicated in the in the illustration below. Do not install screws above the lower edge ribs of the panel at
this time. You will be sliding the lower panels under the first panel on both sides of the shelter.
MARK ON
ALL PEAKS
OVERLAP EDGE
SIDE POST
3 1/2”
DETAIL (A)
FLUSH
UNDER LAP EDGE
14 1/4” OVERHANG
3 1/2”
LINE EDGE OF
PANEL WITH
MARK
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INSTALLING THE LOWER PANELS ON THE 7’ X 16’ SHELTER (panels 3 and 4)
Note: On one side of the roof you will be sliding an under lap edge under an under lap edge and on the other side of the roof
you will be sliding an under lap edge under an overlap edge. Lift the edge of panel 1 and slip the under lap edge of panel 2
under the edge of panel 1. Line up the end of the panel with the end of panel (1).
Fasten the panel to the frame with screws in the pattern indicated below. Note that there are no screws in the bend portions
of the side posts. The frame bends have channels that would cause the roof panels to dimple if screws were installed in the
bends.
Install screws above the lower ribs of panel 1 at this time. Repeat this assembly for lower panel 3 on the other side of the
roof.
UNDER LAP RIB TO THE TOP SIDE OF LOWER PANELS
SEE INSTALLING VINYL EDGE TRIM ON LAST PAGE
PANEL 1
PANEL 2
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INSTALLING SHEET METAL PANELS ON 12’ X 10’ X 6’ SHELTER
INSTALLING THE FIRST PANEL (10’ PANEL)
Before you place the first panel on the roof, put a mark on all four peak tubes 17 1/8” up from the end as shown in detail (A)
below.
Each panel has an under lap and an overlap edge. The under lap edge has a small flange at the edge. The overlap edge is
just a partial rib with no flange. (See illustration below).
Place the first panel on the roof in the center of the frame as shown with the flanged of the under lap edge of the panel lined
up with the marks that you put on the peak tubes. This will center the first panel on the frame. The ends of the panel should
overhang the ends of the frame 5 1/4”. Fasten the panel to the frame with #12 x 1” painted, self-drilling screws with sealing
washers. Place screws in the pattern indicated in the in the illustration below. Do not install screws next the center rib of the
panel. Also, do not install screws above the lower edge ribs of the panel at this time. You will be sliding the lower panels under
the first panel.
OVERLAP EDGE
UNDER LAP EDGE
UNDER LAP RIB
UNDER OVERLAP
RIB
INSTALLING LOWER PANELS
Lift the lower edge of the upper panel and
slide the under lap edge of the lower panel
under of the edge of the upper panel. Line up
the ends of the panels and install screws in
the pattern indicated in the illustration to the
right. Note that no screws are placed in the
side post bends. The bends have channels
and would cause screws to dimple the panels.
Repeat on other side of roof.
SEE INSTALLING
VINYL EDGE TRIM
ON LAST PAGE
5 1/4”
UNDER LAP RIB TO THE TOP
SIDE OF LOWER PANELS
PANEL 1
LINE EDGE
OF PANEL
WITH MARK
MARK ON
ALL PEAKS
DETAIL (A)
17 1/8”
SIDE POST
PANEL 2
PANEL 3
NO SCREWS IN
SIDE POST BEND
UNDER LAP RIB
UNDER OVERLAP
RIB
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INSTALLING SHEET METAL PANELS ON 12’ X 16’ X 6’ SHELTER
INSTALLING THE FIRST PANEL (16’ PANEL)
Before you place the first panel on the roof, put a mark on all four peak tubes 17 1/8” up from the end as shown in detail (A)
below.
Each panel has an under lap and an overlap edge. The under lap edge has a small flange at the edge. The overlap edge is
just a partial rib with no flange. (See illustration below).
Place the first panel (16’ long panel) on the roof in the center of the frame as shown with the flanged of the under lap edge of
the panel lined up with the marks that you put on the peak tubes. This will center the first panel on the frame. The ends of the
panel should overhang the ends of the frame 14 1/4”. Fasten the panel to the frame with #12 x 1” painted, self-drilling screws
with sealing washers. Place screws in the pattern indicated in the in the illustration below. Do not install screws above the
lower edge ribs of the panel at this time. You will be sliding the lower panels under the first panel.
UNDER LAP EDGE
14 1/4”
OVERLAP EDGE
LINE EDGES
OF PANEL
WITH MARKS
MARK ON
ALL PEAKS
DETAIL (A)
17 1/8”
SIDE POST
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INSTALLING ADDITIONAL PANELS ON THE 12’ X 16’ SHELTER (panels 2, 3, 4 & 5)
Note: On one side of the roof you will be sliding an under lap edge under an under lap edge on panel (2) and on the other
side of the roof you will be sliding an under lap edge under an overlap edge.
Lift the edge of panel 1 and slip the under lap edge of panel 2 under the edge of panel 1. Line up the end of the panel (2)
with the end of panel (1). Now, fasten the panel to the frame with screws in the pattern indicated below.
Now, install panel (3) as you did panel (2). The lower portion of the panel will fold around the side post bends and be fastened
of the side of the frame. Note that there are no screws in the bend portions of the side posts. The frame bends have
channels that would cause the roof panels to dimple if screws were installed in the bends.
Repeat this assembly for panels 4 & 5 on the other side of the shelter.
PANEL 2
UNDER LAP RIB TO
THE TOP SIDE OF
LOWER PANELS
SEE INSTALLING
VINYL EDGE TRIM
ON LAST PAGE
PANELS 4 & 5
ON THIS SIDE
PANEL 1
NO SCREWS IN
SIDE POST BEND
PANEL 2
PANEL 3
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INSTALLING VINYL EDGE TRIM:
Install vinyl edge trim on front, back and side edges of sheet metal panels. Start at one corner and push the trim securely
over the sheet metal edge. Install the trim on the gable ends first starting at one corner, up along the gable and down to
the other corner. Install vinyl edge trim on both side edges of the carport. Clip the trim flush with the edge of the trim on
the gable ends. It may help to use a small hammer to fit trim over major ribs. Use your tin snips to cut the trim.
VINYL TRIM, GABLE END VINYL TRIM, SIDE EDGE
BUTT SIDE EDGE TRIM UP TO GABLE END TRIM
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