Use and Care Manual

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Safety & Hazards Considerations
• Check that all tools and canopy components are available prior to erecting structure.
• Two people are necessary to safely erect the canopy.
• Do not allow children to play around the assembly area.
• Protect yourself by wearing protective work gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, and shoes during assembly.
Some parts have sharp edges which may cause cuts or lacerations.
• Do not attempt to assemble canopy on a windy day as wind may create both diculty assembling canopy,
possible injury as well as damage to the structure.
• Do not attempt to assemble the canopy during wet weather, which may cause slipping o the roof.
• Keep in mind that the metal components may get hot on a sunny day. Protect your skin from touching
the hot components.
• Keep canopy away from electrical sources such as overhead power lines and underground cables during
assembly. Serious injury or death may occur if contact is made with a live power source.
• Do not attempt to assemble the canopy if tired, have taken medication, drugs, or alcohol.
• Adhere to manufactures safety advice for all tools and equipment used to erect the canopy.
• Consult with local planning and building authorities prior to constructing canopy.
• Do not install canopy in areas with snow and wind loads greater than the canopy’s rating.
• Protect the canopy nish by assembling the components on a so platform to prevent scratching and
damage.
Tools Required
• Safety Goggle or Glasses
• Work Gloves
• Tape Measure (30 foot preferable)
• Level
• Framing Square
• 8lb+ hammer
• Utility Knife
• Pencil/Marker
• Hammer Drill (for existing concrete slab anchors only)
• Masonry Drill Bit – ½” x 8” Drill Depth (for existing concrete slab anchors only)
• Electric Screw Gun with Adjustable Torque Setting
• 5/16” Socket Drive (supplied)
• Socket Drive Extension
• Two 8’ Step Ladders