Duratuf TUF 200 Installation Guide

Duratuf TUF 200 Installation Guide

TUF 200

BASE SIZE 1980mm x 855mm

CHECK OUT OUR ASSEMBLY VIDEO

Let Keith and Justin show you how to build your Fortress shed like a professional.
When used in conjunction with these assembly instructions, Keith’s practical tips and tricks will make your assembly experience that much simpler, giving you visual guidance through sections that seem tricky on paper, and help you achieve a flawless end result.

To view the video visit www.duratuf.co.nz/fortress- assembly

Note: Assembly video features a TUF400. But can be used for reference for any other Fortress model.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Tools Required:

• Drill
• Drill Bit 3.5mm
• Drill Bit 6mm (Only required if installing an optional Clear Roof Panel)
• Masonry Drill and 10mm Masonry Bit (Only required if installing a Bolt Down Kit)
• Riveter (free Duratuf riveter supplied in kit)
• Hammer
• Nail Punch
• Tape Measure
• Ladder or Saw stool
• String Line
• Hex Bit 8mm
• Skill Saw or Jig Saw (for floor only)

Before you start:

• Read all instructions carefully.
• Identify all parts and check the quantities against checklist.
• If you are pouring your own raised concrete floor, please refer to Raised Base Plate section now to familiarise yourself with the procedure prior to starting.

Safety:

• Do not attempt to build your shed in high winds.
• Beware of sharp edges. For safety wear protective gloves—preferably rubber coated)
• Protect your eyes and ears with the appropriate safety gear
• Use electric tools with care. Use a Safety Trip Switch.
• It is easier and quicker if this shed is erected by two people.

Select your site:

• Your shed must be level. You can achieve this by either levelling and compacting the ground or by using blocks or piles to create a level platform for the shed framing to sit on.
• If you shed is to be positioned on wet or damp ground, we recommend that your shed is raised up off the ground slightly to avoid moisture and mould in the shed. A Damp Proof Course (DPC) mem-brane can also be used. This is available form your local hardware store.

TUF 200 PARTS LIST

COLOUR:__ INV #:_____

ROOF SIZE: 2.010 x 1.070

BASE SIZE: 1.980 x 0.855

TUF 200 TIMBER FRAME

TUF 200 WALL CLADDING

To Avoid Corrosion:
Where at all possible try not to trap metal filings between two sheets. Remove all metal filings before riveting. Carbon in pencils reacts with the Zinc/Aluminum coating on steel. Use ink to mark steel.

Step 1: Door Jambs: Position left hand Door Jamb Flashing at correct measurement from left (cladding detail) and nail to Top Plate using a 30mm clout. Do not fit 50mm nails at this stage. Pre-drill holes to make nailing easier (fig. 1).

Position Door Jamb Flashing and nail at the bottom. Posi-tion right hand Door Jamb Flashing 903mm from left hand Door Jamb Flashing (cladding detail) and nail in place.

Step 2 : NOTE: It is very important that the Wall Sheets are positioned exactly as shown in the cladding detail diagram on the previous page.

Position Corner Wall Sheets. Check that the Lip is on the correct side of the sheet. While holding Corner Wall Sheet flush with the top of the Top Plate, nail to plate using only one 30mm clout top and bottom.

Step 3: Select 3/4 Front Wall Sheet. Position at right hand side of doorway. Rivet to Corner Wall Sheet, one rivet top and bottom. Position and rivet in place all remaining Wall Sheets ensuring they overlap correctly.

While holding Front Wall Sheets up against Top Plate Flashing, nail to top and bottom plates using 30mm clouts.

Step 4: Nail Wall Sheets to Plates, two 30mm Clouts per pan top and bottom. Nail Wall Sheets to Wall Nogs, one clout per pan.

Step 5: Drill a hole through Door Jamb Flashings and Wall Sheets top and bottom. Nail with 50mm nails (fig. 1).

Nail left hand Door Jamb Flashing to Stud using three 30mm Clouts at equal spacings (fig. 1). Beside each 30mm Clout, rivet Door Jamb Flashing to Rib. Repeat with right hand Door Jamb Flashing.

TUF 200 ROOF

Step 1: Note: Condensation can form on the under side of shed roof. If building paper is required, fit now. Building paper will need to be supported by netting or roofing twine.

Standard Roof: Position Roof Sheets as shown in fig 1. Make sure sheet joins at the back are flush. Rivet sheet joins, one rivet 300mm back from edge front and back.
Roof with Clear Panel: Handle Clear Panel with care. The Clear Panel will crack if not fitted correctly
Riveting: Pre-drill 3.3mm hole through Clear Panel and steel.
Screwing: Pre-drill a 6mm hole through Clear Panel.

Position Roof Sheets as shown in fig.1. When fitting Clear Panel ensure it OVERLAPS Roof Sheets. Rivet sheet joins, one rivet 300mm from edge front and back.

Step 2: Position Roof so that the front overhang measures 150mm. Rivet roof to wall sheets using one rivet every second Rib. Repeat at the other end ensuring overhang measures 150mm.

Step 3: Line up ribs on the roof with ribs on the walls. While someone holds the Front Plate straight, predrill using a 3.5mm drill bit and screw the roof to Top Plate using one 50mm Roofing Screw on each rib. (Outside ribs do not need to be fastened). Repeat at the back. Note: a string line can be used to make this easier.

Step 4: Fit Roof Flashing as shown. When posi-tioned correctly rivet through Roof Flashing into Roof Sheet joins.

TUF 200 DOOR

NOTE: If shed has an optional security upgrade, please use Security door instructions on next page.

Step 1: Place shed in final position. Check diagonal measurements are equal and shed is level before fitting door.

Step 2: Hold Door in position (approximately 5mm down from Top Plate Flashing) and fit one rivet to top hinge. While still holding in position fit one rivet to bottom hinge.

Step 3: Close door and check it fits correctly. If not, drill out rivets and make necessary adjustments. Fit remaining rivets to all three hinges.

Step 4: Using rivets attach padbolt as shown

FORTRESS SECURITY (Optional)

Step 1: Slide the latch on to the handle shaft. Enter shed, close door and adjust latch so it is snug with the stud at the side of the door. Tighten up bolt on latch.
Repeat for second door handle.

TUF 200 FLOOR (Optional)

Step 1: Lay a Floor Board on top of Bottom Plates and Joist and push up against Back wall. Mark out where Studs are. Cut checkouts with Jig saw so Floor Board will fit around Studs.
Repeat with Front Floor board.

Step 2: Position boards at front and back and nail in place as shown.

Step 3: Lay out remaining Floor Boards. You may need to cut the last Board to correct width using Skill saw. Nail in each Floor Board, two 50mm nails each end and two into each Floor Joist.

PURPOSE BUILT FLOOR

i.e. CONCRETE / PLYWOOD

For sheds being placed on a purpose built floor, we recommend that the studs are shortened by 30mm. The Wall Sheets will then protrude 20mm below the Base Plate. This will stop water flowing in between the Base Plate and Floor.

If you choose this option, the Floor should be made 15mm smaller than Base Size.

Note: Although it is not essential, fitting Damp Proof Course in between the Base Plate and the Floor will give added protection against moisture.

CLEAN UP

• Remove all metal filings with a soft brush or rag.
• Hose down roof and walls thoroughly.

PAINTING

• Painting Zinc/Aluminium coated steel will extend its life in most environments
• The surface must be dry and free of dirt, oil, grease and other contaminants prior to painting, but no weathering of the surface is required
• Zinc rich primers are recommended for use, along with a two coat finishing system. Paint suppliers should be consulted for the most suitable paint system to ensure compatibility of primers and topcoats.

DURATUF PREMIUM SHED WARRANTY

GUARANTEE TO CUSTOMER
Congratulations on purchasing a Duratuf Storage Shed. With proper care and attention, this product will last many years.
For your benefit PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

WARRANTY ON METAL CLADDING
Riverlea Group Ltd guarantee that the metal roofing and wall cladding on Kiwi and Fortress Garden Sheds may be used in moderate and inland corrosion zones or areas where the first year mild steel corrosion rate is less than 200g/m2, and that in these conditions, they will not perforate due to corrosion within 30 years of date of manufacture.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Damage or corrosion due to the following circumstances is not covered by this warranty.
   • Mechanical, chemical or other damage sustained during or after installation.
   NOTE: Clean swarf off shed IMMEDIATELY after assembly
   Do NOT mark cladding with pencil
   Do NOT allow manures, chemicals or other corrosive materials to have direct contact with cladding Chemical damage will result if these instructions are not carried out
   • Force majeure or other causes beyond the control of Riverlea Group Ltd.

2. This warranty does not cover material installed in severe and very severe environmental situations, or in any area where the mild steel corrosion rate (as published by BRANZ) exceeds 200g/m2.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Please visit www.duratuf.co.nz/warranty to validate the Warranty on your shed.

Click on the Warranty Registration Link and complete all details.

If you are unable to access the computer, please phone us on 0800 438 274 and one of the customer services team will help you to activate the warranty on your garden shed.

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