Use and Care Manual

ATTENTION:
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE FOLLOWING NOTE
BEFORE STARTING THE ASSEMBLY OF YOUR CARPORT
NOTE:
If during the installation process you have difficulty fitting frame components together, use an
adjustable wrench to open the end of the receiving tube as shown below. Close wrench down
around bent portion of tube and bend wall outward. It may also be helpful to hit the center of the
swage at the end of the tube to create more of a lead.
What you’ll need
Work Gloves
Hammer
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Chalk Line and
Mason Line or
Nylon String
STRIKE WITH HAMMER
Pencil/Marker
And Felt Marker
Cordless (14 or 18 volt)
Or Electric Screw Gun
With 5/16" Socket Drive
Torque Setting
One must be able to comfortably reach
the peak of the building 10’ to 16' high
depending on building width and height.
An extension ladder can also be helpful
when installing sheet metal.
2 Step Ladders
Level
Wrench, 3/4” & 1/2”
Motor Cycle or
Ratchet Straps
(May be required to pull
frame plumb.)
Vise grip or other
quick clamp
Adjustable wrench
Tin Snips
Hammer
Drill
Masonry
Drill Bit
1/2” x 8”
Drill depth
Tape Measure
Safety Goggles
Or glasses
Shovel or
Post Hole
Digger
Items you may need