ARROW AK4 Auger Anchor Kit Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
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ARROW AK4 Auger Anchor Kit I
Product Information
- Product Name: Auger Anchor Kit
- Model: AK4 697.60298
- Product Code: WU01a
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1:
- Before starting the installation, determine the location of all underground utilities (electric, water, sewer lines, telephone, cable, TV, etc.) to prevent accidental puncture.
- Ensure that the building is on level ground and that the frame is firmly supported around the perimeter. If the area is not level, level the frame by shimming or digging the earth.
- Locate the anchors approximately 5-9 inches (12.7cm – 22.9cm) from the corners of the building on the side walls. Line up the anchor with the first rib in the roof panel.
Step 2:
- Install the anchors by pushing down on the eye and turning them clockwise. You can use a large screwdriver, a 12-inch (30.5cm) length of pipe, or rod to screw the anchor into the earth.
- Drive each anchor into the earth so that approximately 3 inches (7.6cm) extends above the ground level.
- If you encounter difficulty in driving the anchor due to large rocks or tree roots, you can relocate the anchor. However, remember to line it up with the ribs in the wall panels. If difficulty is evident at any location, a minimum embedment of 15-18 inches (38.1cm – 45.7cm) is acceptable.
Note: For buildings larger than 12’x17′ (3.7m x 5.2m), use three anchor kits.
AUGER ANCHOR KIT
It is important that the entire or frame be anchored after the building is erected.
MODEL
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STEP 1
CAUTION: Determine location of ALL underground utilities, (electric, water, sewer lines, telephone, cable, TV, etc.), to prevent accidental puncture.- For best results, it is suggested that your building be on level ground, and that the frame be fi rmly sup-ported around the perimeter of the building. If the area is not level, it is recommended that you level the frame by shimming or digging the earth to permit a level installation.
- Anchors should be located approximately 5″ – 9″ (12,7cm – 22,9cm) from the corner of your building on the side walls. Line up the anchor with the fi rst rib in the roof panel as shown below.
- A. SUGGESTED ANCHOR LOCATION
- B. 1ST RIB
- C. ROOF
- D. SIDE OF BUILDING
- E. FRONT
- F. APPROX. 5″ – 9″ (12,7cm – 22,9cm)
- G. 5′ x 4′ through 10′ x 9′ (1,5m x 1,2m – 3,0m x 2,7m)
- H. 10′ x 12′ through 12′ x 17′ (3,0m x 3,7m – 3,7m x 5,2m) (For buildings larger than 12’x17′ (3,7m x 5,2m), use three kits.)
STEP 2
- Install anchors by pushing down on eye and turning. The use of a large screwdriver, 12″ (30,5cm) length of pipe or rod will permit you to screw the anchor into the earth. Drive each anchor into the earth so that approximately 3″ (7,6cm) extends above the ground level.
NOTE: IF YOU ENCOUNTER DIFFICULTY IN DRIVING THE ANCHOR THIS FAR, DUE TO
LARGE ROCKS
OR TREE ROOTS, YOU CAN RELOCATE THE ANCHOR, BUT REMEMBER TO LINE IT UP WITH
RIBS IN THE WALL PANELS. HOWEVER, IF DIFFICULTY IS EVIDENT AT ANY LOCATION A
MINIMUM EMBEDMENT OF 15″ – 18″ (38,1cm – 47,7cm) IS ACCEPTABLE.
STEP 3
Take end of cable and insert under roof panel at rib, over the side wall
angle, and roof beams as shown.
THREAD WIRE OVER ROOF BEAMS AT THE RIB OF ROOF PANELS
STEP 4
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Insert approximately 4″ to 6″ (10,2cm – 15,2cm) of cable through eye of anchor, assemble cable clamps as shown in Detail Drawing.
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Insert opposite end of cable through eye, cut off leaving 4″ to 6″ (10,2cm – 15,2cm) of cable. Assemble cable clamp as shown.
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Repeat for remaining anchors.
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After cable is installed, twist anchors again to tighten cable. Tighten ONLY enough to make the cable taut. This will firmly hold your building to the ground.
NOTE: If you live in an area which is subject to winter frost, periodic inspection of the anchoring cables for tautness is recommended. If the cable is loose, turn anchor clockwise, if it becomes too tight, turn the anchor counter-clockwise.
OVER THE BEAMS AND INTO THE GROUND