Grain-systems Tanks PNEG-4072 Instrukcja Użytkownika

72 Ft Diameter BinModels:40–SERIES BINConstruction ManualPNEG-4072Date: 07-25-13PNEG-4072

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsTable 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols (cont'd.)Symbol DescriptionThis symbol indicates a potenti

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyNOTE: Ensure that the orientation of the roof panel clip is correct, roof panel holes facing the roofand the notch in the roof

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyInstalling the 4–Hole Intermediate PurlinsIntermediate purlins must be installed to connect each A-frame roof rafter assembly

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Roof PanelsRoof panels overlap the previous roof panel, giving protection from outside elements.Before You Begin

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-25 Exploded views of the upper and lower portions of the roof panelARoof panel (CTR-0196)D5/16-18 x 1 flange bolt wit

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-26 Installing roof panels into exposed gapsA Roof panel (CTR-0196) D 5/16-18 x 1 flange bolt with sealing washer (S-1

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyARoof panel (CTR-0196) CPurlinBRoof panel holes (drilled through purlin)ERoof rafterC Roof panel holes (drilled through rafter

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly1. Install the first roof flashing section (A) onto the roof panel, and align the holes on the roof flashingwith the roof pane

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly4. Align the holes along the edge of the next roof flashing (A) with the previously installed roof flashingholes.5. Install fl

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyNOTE: If roof exhausters will be installed, see roof accessories, Preparation for Roof ExhausterInstallation.Assemble and Inst

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly6. Locate two long center collar channels (I), and place on stands or suitable blocks.NOTE: Make note of the orientation of ea

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsATTENTION: Decal shown below must be present on the outside of the door cover of the two ring, 24 in.(61 cm) porthole doo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-30 Assembling the long center collar channelsFShort center collar channel (CTR-0081)H1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)G 1/

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly18.Align the holes in the splice plate (J) and side cap plate (L) with the holes in the long center collarchannel (I), and ins

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-31 Installing the cap platesILong center collar channel (CTR-0080)N3/8 x 1 in. bolt with sealing washer (S-7487)JSpli

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly26.Ensure all holes are aligned, and install flange bolts (U) and flange nuts (T) into each collar channelclip.27.Disconnect t

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-33 Cap plate assembly installedX3/8 x 1 in. bolt with sealing washer (S-7487)ZHoles for conveyor support bracketsY3/8

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyInstalling the Conveyor Support Brackets to the Peak CapConveyor support brackets are attached to the peak cap and allow suppo

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8 AccessoriesTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Installing Roof Ladder Steps▪ Roof Ring Placement▪ Installing a Roof Ring▪ Installation of Peak–To– Exhau

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling Roof Ladder StepsRoof ladder steps will allow access to roof and manway access.What You Should KnowEach eave-to-peak

Chapter 8: AccessoriesUse the following table as a guide to the location of each ladder step (rung).Table 8-1 Ladder Rung Placement ChartBin DiameterL

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsATTENTION: Decal shown below must be present on the outside of the door cover of the two ring, 24 in.(61 cm) porthole doo

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: The table above shows the correct ladder step and part number to be installed in the correspondinghole in the roof rib. Sh

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling a Roof RingQuantity and part numbers of roof ring kits vary with the location placement and with the size of each bin

Chapter 8: Accessories6. Install the threaded stud (F) with stud nuts (G) to the end of the roof ring section (B).NOTE: Install the threaded stud (F)

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstallation of Peak–To– Exhauster Ladder KitBefore installing the roof exhauster, the peak-to-exhauster ladder kit may be insta

Chapter 8: AccessoriesTable 8-2 Peak-to-Exhauster Ladder Rung KitBin DiameterLocation 72 ft 75 ft 78 ft 90 ft 105 ft 135 ft↑Bin Peak37 LS-260-136 LS-2

Chapter 8: Accessories1. Position the roof panels (K) spanned by the roof exhauster mounting plate on the ground. Align theroof panel holes as if they

Chapter 8: Accessories5. Remove the roof exhauster mounting plate (F), to make the necessary cut along the mark or scribe(I).Figure 8-7 Using the roof

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-8 Roof exhauster assemblyA5/16 x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260)D5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611)BRoof exhauster hoodEExhauster mo

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: The roof exhauster kit is shipped with additional parts. The following part numbers will not be usedon 40-series bins:MIS-

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-9 Installing roof exhausterARoof exhauster flashing (CTR-0261)E5/16 flange nut (S-3611)B5/16-18 x 1 flange bolt, with s

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsSafety Sign-off SheetSign-off sheet verifying that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions.As a re

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-10 Sealing caulk locationDRoof exhauster assemblyHSealing caulkAssembling the Auto Roof VentThe following instructions

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-11 Assembling the flapAHold-down angle (MIS-4404)DRoof vent housing assembly (MIS-6778)B5/16 x 1-1/4 in hex bolt (S-277

Chapter 8: Accessories5. Insert another hex bolt (B) through the other side of the roof vent housing (D), and install a flange nut(E) to the hex bolt

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling the Wire Grill Guard and Auto Roof VentsThe following instructions are for installing the wire grill guard roof vent

Chapter 8: AccessoriesC Foam strips (side strips MIS-6781) (topstrip MIS-6780)G 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-275)DRoof panel (part number varies)H5/1

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-14 Manway coverAHinge base (MW-291) GManway sillBManway roof panel (CTR-0302)HHinge leaf (MW-272)C 5/16 x 3/4 in. hex b

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: A portion of the last ladder section may need to be cut to fit the proper length to the ground or tothe intermediate platf

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-16 Positioning the ladderA Manway access B Ladder assembly1. Install the right-hand starter bracket (C) to the top hole

Chapter 8: Accessories7. Tighten hardware to the recommended torque specifications. See Bolt Torque Specifications, page24.8. Install the ladder (B) t

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-17 Installing ladder bracketsB Ladder assembly J5/16 in. hex bolt (S-275)C Starter bracket (RH LDR-4347)KStarter bracke

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Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling Inside Ladder Bottom BracketThe ladder bottom bracket keeps the lower portion of the ladder secure.What You Should Kn

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-18 Bottom ladder bracketA Ladder assembly E5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-7482)BLadder bottom bracket (LDR5133)F3/8 in.

Chapter 8: Accessories• Installation of multiple systems may require additional wind rings and must be placed a minimum of90 degrees apart. Installati

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-19 Two and three post stiffener examplesATypical 24-ring binDTwo post stiffenerBTypical 29-ring binEThree post stiffene

Chapter 8: AccessoriesTable 8-3 Sidewall Instructions (Two Post Stiffener)Number of Rings on the Bin Chute Location Horizontal Starting LocationAllLoc

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-20 First Chute Locations (Two Post Stiffener Only) and Spacing of each baffle chuteAStiffener’s center line G Field dri

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: Depending on the location of the baffle chute (C), the measurement from the sidewall edgewill vary (D or E).3. Locate the

Chapter 8: AccessoriesEMeasurement from edge of sidewall sheetto center line of baffle chute, 75 in. (190.5cm)KTypical spacing, approximately 8 in. (2

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-22 Vertical line location of discharge chuteAColumn of bolt holes C Measurement, approximately 11 in. (27.94 cm)BBaffle

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-23 Horizontal line location of discharge chuteD Vertical center line F Center of discharge chute locationE Sidewall hor

2 General OverviewTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ General Information▪ Anchor Bolt Charts▪ Tools Required for Construction▪ Guidelines for Proper Stor

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-24 Discharge Chute Hole OutlineD Vertical center line G Horizontal center line10.Separate the upper sidewall panel (I)

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-25 Discharge chute assembly (view form inside the bin)H Discharge chute assembly J Lower sidewall panelI Upper sidewall

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-26 Field drilling discharge chute assembly (view from inside the bin)H Discharge chute assembly K 3/8 x 1-1/2 in. flang

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-27 Reinstall baffle chute (view from inside the bin)BBaffle chuteM Field drilled hole location15.Tighten hardware to th

Chapter 8: AccessoriesWind Ring RequirementsWind rings give additional strength against high winds and uneven loads. The quantities and placement ofwi

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-29 Dimensions for OSHA Compliant Ladder Rung PlacementNOTE: Ensure the wind rings are installed in rela-tion to the lad

Chapter 8: Accessories1. Install a wind ring bracket (B) to each stiffener (C) using flange bolts (A) and flange nuts (D).Figure 8-30 Wind ring bracke

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-31 Exploded view of wind ring installed at upper portion of stiffenerAFlange bolt with sealing washer (partnumber will

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-32 Weather Cover AssemblyA Universal weather cover plate (CHT-1351)D 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611)B1/4 in. self-drilling

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Chapter 2: General OverviewFigure 2-1 Anchor bolt chords for 72 diameter 3–post binBolt Radius (B)Anchor Quantityft and inm36 – 2-1/2 11.036 72Chord (

This equipment shall be installed in accordance with thecurrent installation codes and applicable regulationswhich should be carefully followed in all

Chapter 2: General OverviewTools Required for ConstructionGeneral tools needed to perform this construction• Combination wrench set 7/16 in. to 1 in.•

Chapter 2: General OverviewOverview for a Typical Bin InstallationThese are the typical steps one would perform when constructing a grain bin. Procedu

Chapter 2: General OverviewGuidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack UsageThe following procedure is a guideline when using the required

All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latestinformation available at the time of publication. The

Chapter 2: General OverviewGuidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall SheetUse the following as a general guideline the proper decal sheet placeme

Chapter 2: General OverviewFigure 2-3 Sample Gauge Sheet for a 3-Post 72 Diameter BinPneg-4072 72 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 21

Chapter 2: General OverviewAll information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latestinformation available at t

3 Hardware RequirementsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings▪ Hardware for 3–Post Sidewall Sheets on bins that are 18 to 90 Ft in Diam

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsTable 3-1 Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets on 18 to 90 ft. bins and 105 ft Diameter Bins that are 27 Rings andshort

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsIdentifying Bolt GradesBolts are identified by grade (or hardness), the grade can be identified by the markings on the

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsColor Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket LidsFor ease of identification, hardware is separated and identified by buckets wi

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt IdentificationUse the following information to identify the bolts and where each must be used during installation

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-7485An S–7485 is a 3/8 x 1 in. JS hex bolt with flanged head and without a sealing washer.Bolt (S-7485) is used

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-7488An S–7488 is a 3/8 x 1 1/2 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.Bolt (S-7488) is used in

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Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-10261An S–10261 is a 7/16 x 3 1/4 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.Bolt (S-10261) is use

4 Assembling Sidewall SheetsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification▪ Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets▪

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsTable 4-2 Stripe Colors for Special Sidewall Characteristics (cont'd.)Extra Stripe ColorsType of Sidewall St

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsFigure 4-2 Standard and quad punched sidewall sheets as viewed from the outsideAVertical strip of caulkB10 in. (2

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsFigure 4-3 Caulking detail as viewed from inside of the binC 10 in. (25.4 cm) Strip of caulkD10 in. (25.4 cm) Str

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsCaulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern SheetsTo keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessar

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall Sheets• When assembling two assembled laminated sheets to each other, apply a strip of caulk (A) near theoutside edge o

5 Base Angle InstallationTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Installing the Base Angle▪ Anchor Bolt Detail▪ Installing the Base Angle Shims▪ Anchor Bolt W

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationFigure 5-1 Exploded view of base angle (view from inside the bin)A Final ring assembly D3/8 in. nut (S-9426)BBase an

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationAnchor Bolt DetailThe following is the minimum requirement for anchorage on standard tanks. Refer to sidedraw instru

Table of ContentsTwo-Ring Stiffener (15-16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) Connection ...51Close-Punch Connection f

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationInstalling the Base Angle ShimsA section of the base boot plate will rest on top of the base angle, therefore causin

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationAnchor Bolt Washer InstallationAnchor bolt washers help to cover the oversized hole in the base plate.Before You Beg

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6 StiffenersTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Stiffener Part Number Description▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification▪ Standard Stiffeners▪ To

Chapter 6: StiffenersStiffener Part Number DescriptionPart numbers are printed on the end of each stiffener with the last two numbers designating the

Chapter 6: StiffenersStandard StiffenersUse the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ringstiffeners.Fi

Chapter 6: StiffenersTop StiffenersUse the following information to determine the differences between the three types of top stiffeners.Figure 6-2 Ima

Chapter 6: StiffenersStiffeners SpliceUse the following information to determine the gauge of the splice needed to connect the stiffeners.Figure 6-3 S

Chapter 6: StiffenersBase StiffenersUse the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners.Figure 6-4 Images of the ba

Chapter 6: StiffenersBase BootsUse the following information to determine the differences between the base boots.Figure 6-5 Images of the base bootsCa

Table of ContentsAssembling the Roof Exhauster... 126Inst

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and aTwo-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)Reference the following information fo

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-RingStiffener (16 Ga)Reference the following information for a close

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to aTwo-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)Reference the following information for a c

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to aTwo-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga)Reference the following information for

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to aBase Stiffener (2–8 Ga)Reference the following information when con

Chapter 6: StiffenersTwo-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga)ConnectionReference the following information for a close-punch connec

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to a BaseStiffener (10–16 Ga)Reference the following information for a cl

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener(2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga)Reference the following informat

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga) toa Laminated Base Stiffener (2–5 Ga) with a Base Insert (2–14 G

Chapter 6: StiffenersBase Stiffener (10–16 Ga) to a Base Boot ConnectionReference the following information when connecting a base stiffener (CTS-2123

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Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (2+2 Ga – 8 Ga) to aBase BootReference the following information for a close-punch co

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) with Insert(2+14 to 2+10 Ga) to a Base BootReference the following information when c

Chapter 6: Stiffeners12–Bolt Pattern Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners with InsertReference the following information for a close-punch connection of t

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to LaminatedBase Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base BootReference the following

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to LaminatedBase Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base BootReference the following

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7 Roof AssemblyTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Attaching the Inside Stiffener to the Top Outside Stiffener▪ Attaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside S

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyNOTE: Install the bolts from the inside to the outside of the bin, passing through the inside stiffener,corrugation spacer, se

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-2 Inside stiffener to the two-ring top stiffener for bins with an even number of ringsA Sidewall E Corrugation spacer

1 Safety PrecautionsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Safety Guidelines▪ Cautionary Symbols▪ Safety Decals▪ Safety Sign-off SheetSafety GuidelinesSafety

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside StiffenerEave brackets secure the roof rafter to the sidewall.Before You BeginInstall

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Eave Angle to the Sidewall SheetThe eave angle secures each lower portion of the roof panels.What You Should Kno

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-4 Exploded view of eave angle (four roof panels)A First eave angle (CTR-0187) H Eave bracket (CTR-0429)B 5/16 in. fla

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyConnecting the Tension Member to the Eave BracketTension members connect to the eave brackets and are installed around the ins

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Center Collar Rafter Clips to the RafterCenter collar rafter clips secure the A-frame rafter sections to the cen

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAbout Temperature Cable Brackets and A-Frame AssembliesTemperature cable bracket installation locations must be considered pri

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-7 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 72 ft diameter binA9.3 ft radius locationB26 ft r

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyTable 7-1 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 72 ft diameter bin (cont'd.)A-frame number Ra

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling the Temperature Cable BracketThe temperature cable brackets are installed to the roof rafters and support the tempe

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-8 Installing a temperature cable bracketARoof rafterDLeft purlin clip (CTR-0099)B10 in. temperature cable bracket (CT

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsFollow Safety Instructions — Read and Understand Manual• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safetysign

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-9 Supplier quick linkA PurlinC Supplier quick linkB Temperature cable bracket (CTR-0013)Attachment Locations of Purli

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-10 Location of purlins for a 72 ft (21.95 m) diameter binALocation of purlin number 1 (CTR-0133)CLocation of purlin n

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 4Purlin number 4 is located at the top of the roof rafters nearest to the center collar rafter clips.

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-11 Purlin location 4ALeft-hand roof rafter (CTR-0128)F1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 3Purlin number 3 is located third from the bottom of the rafters.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafte

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-12 Purlin location 3ALeft-hand roof rafter (CTR-0128)HPurlin (CTR-0135)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)I1/2 in.

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyF1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)M1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)G 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)Assembling Purlin Number 2Pur

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly5. Attach the top X-brace (J) to the left-hand roof rafter (A), and install a flange bolt (F) and a flange nut(I) into the top

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-13 Purlin location 2ALeft-hand roof rafter (CTR-0128)HPurlin (CTR-0134)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)I1/2 in.

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyF1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)M1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)G 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)Assembling Purlin Number 1Pur

Chapter 1: Safety Precautions• Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges onplastic or steel parts.Gloves• Wear steel-toed boots to help prote

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly5. Attach the top X-brace (J) to the left-hand roof rafter (A), and install a flange bolt (F) and a flange nut(I) into the top

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-14 Purlin location 1ALeft-hand roof rafter (CTR-0128)HPurlin (CTR-0133)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)I1/2 in.

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyF1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)M1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)G 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)Assembling the Center CollarT

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyC 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) G 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)DCenter collar splice plate (CTR-0124)4. Locate the colu

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyCenter Collar PlacementThe following figure gives the approximate height needed to install the center collar.With two sidewall

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyIMPORTANT: The ladder assembly (A or B or C or D) and the manway hole (I or J or K or L) locationsmust be determined before th

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyGuidelines for Assembling and Lifting the A-Frame Rafter SectionsThe roof is assembled in sections and referred to as A-frame

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly• Always ensure hardware is tightened prior to lifting.• Always practice safety when assembling rafter sections. Be aware of o

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-20 Exploded view of A-frame to center collarAA-frame rafter assembly C 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)BCenter c

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-21 Attaching the rafter to the eave bracketAA-frame rafter assemblyD1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flan