Installation Guide

9.3. Storm rods
If storm rods are included, slide them into the ready drilled holes in the corners of the building according to
the drawing 17 (nut and washer to both ends). Please take care that the upper end of the rod is below the
level of the gable triangle so as not to impair the level of the roof boards. Check the nuts regularly and
tighten lightly when needed. It might be necessary to loosen the nuts a little to allow the expanding frame
to rise when the weather is damp, otherwise the walls will try to bow out in the center of the building.
When the house frame settles, it is possible that the rods may touch the ground and begin to push up the
roof. Note this point when installing the foundation and ensure you have adequate space between the base
and the bottom of the rods, otherwise the rods may need to be shortened. Note this matter already when
making the foundation.