1.0 INTRODUCTION
2.0 MARKING OUT CARPORT POSITION
Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before
commencing the construction and refer to them constantly
during each stage of construction. Double check all
dimensions, levels and bolting locations before cutting,
screwing or bolting structural members. It is recommended
that the persons erecting the structure have had some
previous building experience.
Place stakes at the carport post locations using the
appropriate column positions from the supplied drawing.
These post locations are critical, as the roof sheet
and beam lengths are governed by these dimensions.
Tie string lines between the stakes to ensure the footings
are in line. Check the dimensions and diagonals for
squareness.
Dig holes to the required size as stipulated by the supplied
drawing. Place bricks in the bottom of the holes to give a
solid base onto which the posts can be positioned. Do not
concrete posts in place at this stage .
A slight fall (1 should be allowed for toward one end
of the unit at which the gutter and downpipe will be located.
If bolting posts onto an existing concrete slab, check to
ensure concrete dimensions allow for the required anchor
edge distance and anchor depth as indicated on the
supplied drawings. Stratco does not take any responsibility
for concrete failure. The erector/owner is responsible for
ensuring that the slab is capable of supporting the Front
Freestanding Carport.
Mark the position of the posts from the drawings supplied.
These post locations are critical, as the roof sheet
and beam lengths are governed by these dimensions.
Check the marks with a string line to ensure the footings are
in line. Check the dimensions and diagonals for
squareness.
Do not drill through the concrete at this stage. Footing
plates are not fixed until the carport frame has been
assembled.
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2.1 IN GROUND FOOTING
2.2 ON CONCRETE FOOTING
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3.1 PRE-DRILL HOLES
By following the plan detail on the supplied drawing, locate
the perimeter beams.
Lengths will vary between the side beams and the
front and rear beams and will depend on the type of carport.
Pre-drill 14mm holes through the C-Section beams and
both sides of the SHS posts at the appropriate locations
(Figure 2). Ensure clearance is provided between holes to
avoid bolts interfering.
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POST
PERIMETER
BEAM
PERIMETER BEAM
PURLIN
INTERMEDIATE
BEAM
3.0 ASSEMBLING THE FRAMEWORK
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Locate all the intermediate beams and purlins if required.
Pre-drill 11mm holes at each end of these beams to match
the hole locations in the supplied angle brackets (Figure 3).
Alternatively, General Purpose Purlin Brackets may be
used (which include six holes in the bracket). If this is the
case, holes must be predrilled to 14mm.
FRONT/ REAR BEAM
SIDE BEAM
