Use and Care Manual
IMPORTANT
Please read these instructions carefully before you start to assemble this product .
Please carry out the steps in the order set out in these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Safety advice
For safety purposes we strongly recommend the product to be assembled by at least two people.
Some parts may have sharp edges. Please be careful when handling components. Always wear
gloves, eye protection, and long sleeves when assembling or performing any maintenance on
your product.
Do not attempt to assemble the product in windy or wet conditions.
Do not attempt to assemble the product if you are tired, have taken drugs,
medications or alcohol, or if you are prone to dizzy spells.
Dispose of all plastic bags safely - keep them away from children's reach.
Keep children away from the assembly area.
When using a stepladder or power tools, make sure that you are following
the manufacturer's safety advice.
Do not climb or stand on the roof.
Do not hang or lay on the profiles.
Heavy articles should not be leaned against the poles.
Keep roof and gutters clear of snow, dirt & leaves.
Heavy snow load on the roof can make it unsafe to stand below or nearby.
If color was scratched during assembly it can be fixed.
Cleaning instructions
In order to clean the product, use a mild detergent solution and rinse with
cold clean water.
Do not use acetone, abrasive cleaners, or other special detergents to clean the panels.
Clean the product once assembly is complete.
Before starting assembly
Choose your site carefully before beginning assembly.
The ground surface must be perfectly flat and leveled and have a solid base such as concrete,
asphalt, deck etc.
Sort the parts and check against the content parts list.
Parts should be laid out close at hand. Keep all small parts (screws etc.) in a bowl so they do
not get lost.
Please consult your local authorities if any permits are required prior to constructing the product.
Tools & Equipment
T001 (Supplied)
Required for assembly (in addition to the previously depicted tools)
1.8 wooden beams, minimum 6' long (1.8 m)
2. Concrete
3. Digging equipment, compatible with the soil type and required measurements
4. High step ladder, minimum of 8 rungs (8' / 2.4 m)
During Assembly
UI
When encountering the information icon, please refer to the relevant
assembly step for additional comments and assistance.
Attention
During assembly use a soft surface below the parts to avoid scratches and
damages.
Please make sure you install the panels with the UV protected side
out (marked with "THIS SIDE OUT") and remove the sticker as panels are in place.
Step 1: Dig two (2) holes according to the specified measurements and make sure the bottom
is well tightened.
Plan ahead according to the placement of the parking as shown in the drawing. Make sure the
pits'walls are at a 90°.
If the ground is sandy and digging proper holes is impossible, please consult a local expert /
constructor.
Step 2: Profiles #8646 come covered in plastic film, please do not peel at this point, it serves to
protect the profiles from the concrete. These profiles assist in stabilizing the concrete casting,
and will be later assembled in the roof.
Step 5: Please use wooden beams (not supplied) to set and hold the aluminum poles in place,
make sure the profiles are set at a depth of 19.6" (50 cm) in accordance with the former step
(4). The aluminum poles must be leveled in all directions.
Step 6: Please note and make sure the concrete casting reaches the line that was marked on
the profile at the previous steps.
Step 7: Please wait for the concrete to be fully set and dry, in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and depending on the weather conditions, before continuing with
the assembly!
Step 9: Please note the profile's direction.
Step 19: Optional: if you find it difficult to tighten the screws, it is possible to use toggle
clamps before tightening the screws. Make sure the toggle clamps do not come in direct
contact with the powder coated profiles!. Use a wooden plank in order to protect the profile
from bending.
Step 33: In order to be able to tighten the screws, use a high step ladder. Be careful!
Tighten all screws at the end of assembly.
Notice the marks on each step:
During assembly some screws are fastened fully by wrench while others are fastened just
after the whole carport is assembled and leveled.
Note:
Anchoring this product to the ground is essential to its stability and rigidity.
It is required to complete this stage in order for your warranty to be valid.