Clarke CIS 8612, 3503580 User guide

INSTANT SHED

MODEL NO: CIS8612 (6 X 12 X 8’)

PART NO: 3503580

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0718

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Instant Shed.

Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.

Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.

This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This shelter is a temporary structure and is not recommended as a permanent
building.

Choose your shelter's location carefully. Check for overhead utility lines, branches,
etc. DO NOT install near roofs or other structures that may shed snow, ice or
excessive run-off onto your shelter. Keep away from power cables.

Erect your shelter on a level surface.

Have an overview of all parts before attempting installation. Make sure all
components are available.

DO NOT use this product in environments for which it is not Intended (i.e.
extreme cold, high winds, extreme heat, heavy rainfall, etc).

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Always wear safety glasses when assembling this product. Wear gloves when
working with tubing to prevent cuts or abrasions.

Proper anchoring and keeping the cover tight and free of snow and debris is
the responsibility of the user.

Damage caused by improper anchoring are not covered under warranty.

Keep all flame and heat sources away from the shelter fabric. The fabric will
burn if left in continuous contact with a naked flame.

DO NOT use open flames or cooking or heating devices inside or in close
proximity to the shelter, including all types of stoves, gas heaters, gas lanterns,
torches, fly killers, etc.

In order to reduce risk of burning and avoid damage, DO NOT- cook, smoke,
refuel or use any open flame devices in or around the shelter.

DO NOT store flammable liquids (petrol, kerosene, propane, etc.) in the
shelter., operate gas powered vehicles/equipment in or around the shelter.

Keep open flames a safe distance away from the shelter.

DO NOT use hard-edged tools or instruments, such as rakes or shovels, to
remove snow. These can cause punctures to the cover.

NEVER start the engine of any vehicle or machine inside a closed shelter.
Ensure that there is adequate ventilation for engines and for any work with
paints, cleaners. etc.

This shelter is NOT designed to support heavy snow, Snow or ice accumulation
may cause your shelter to collapse. To avoid overload, brush snow and ice off
the roof top with a broom or mop.

To prevent collapse, damage to property or personal injury, NEVER clear the
roof of snow or debris from inside the shelter.

DO NOT use bleach, alkaline or harsh detergents for cleaning. Doing so will
damage the material. Soap and warm water are recommended.

This temporary shelter is designed to offer protection from damage caused by
the sun, light rain, light snow, tree sap and bird droppings. It is not designed to
shelter equipment from high winds or heavy snow.

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COMPONENT PARTS LIST

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ASSEMBLY

1. Place all parts in a clear area and arrange them on the ground in front of
you.

2. Remove all packaging materials and place them back in the box. Do not
dispose of the packaging materials until assembly is complete.

3. Check for completeness and for any transport damage.

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STEP 1: PREPARING THE ROOF PARTS

Select a suitable location for the shed. The layout of the roof parts is shown in
Fig.2.

Note the differences between
the connectors shown in Fig.3.
(connectors are also
individually numbered).

Note: When installed, the
welded socket for the cross rail
must be below the bend.

Parts #8, #9
are side bend
connectors with a sharp bend.

Parts #6 are top apex
connectors with sloping bend.

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STEP 2: ASSEMBLING THE ROOF

1. Assemble the roof frame by connecting the parts layout above. Attach the
roof horizontal tubes (4) and rafter tubes (1) to the 3-way connectors.

2. Use a rubber or wooden mallet to ensure all tubes are fully inserted.

STEP 3: ATTACHING THE LEGS

1. There are 8 legs for the whole shelter. Follow Fig.5. Connect the tubes #2 &
#11 to create the corner legs.

2. Connect tubes #2 & #3 to create the center legs.

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3. Insert the centre legs and corner legs into the side connectors as in Fig.6.

4. Repeat to assemble the other side.

STEP 5: SQUARE AND ANCHOR THE FRAME

1. Be sure that the frame is standing in its desired location.

2. Level the frame both end to end and side to side.

3. Check that the frame measures 6’wide. as in Fig 7.

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4. Take a diagonal measurement as shown in Fig.7. When these two measures
are equal the frame is square. Adjust the frame until they are equal to
within 1".

CAUTION: THE SHELTER MUST BE WELL ANCHORED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
INSTALL ANY OF THE FABRIC BEFORE THE FRAME IS PROPERLY
ANCHORED. IF THE GROUND IS HARD OR ROCKY, PRE-DRILL HOLES
BEFORE INSERTING THE ANCHORS.

5. Four anchors (14) are provided
to secure the structure. They
are to be attached to the bent
corner legs (11) at each corner
of the shelter.

6. Screw the anchor (#14) into the
ground on the inside of the
shelter.

7. Secure with cable (#15) and
cable clamp (#16) (as shown in
Fig.8.

STEP 6: INSTALLING THE FRONT AND BACK PANELS

The front panel has a zippered door to allow entry to the shelter. Be sure to
locate this panel at the desired end and ensure the zipper is in the closed
position while installing.

The back panel is a solid piece of fabric. Both the panels are installed in the
same fashion.

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1. To make sure the strap will stay in the sleeve when assembled, thread the
webbing through the spindle of the ratchet. Raise and lower the handle

two or three times to wind the webbing onto the spindle as shown in Fig.10.

2. Raise and lower the handle a few times to wind the webbing strap onto
the spindle.

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CAUTION: DO NOT THREAD THE POLES THROUGH THE SLEEVES. TO
TIGHTEN, WRAP THE OUTER SLEEVES AROUND THE POLES AND TIGHTEN
USING THE STRAPS PROVIDED. (Fig 12)

1. Locate the top part of the front door panel (21) near the 3-way peak
connector (6) Disconnect the shoulder cross rail (4) from the 3-way peak
connector (6) and pull the strap onto the connector. Then re-insert the
cross rail to its proper position. as in Fig 13.

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2. Attach the other two corners of the front door panel (21) to the 3-way side
connectors (9, 10) in the same way. as in Fig 14.

3. Insert the S-hook of the ratchet
into the hole of the bent corner
leg. Pump the ratchet

repeatedly to tighten the strap.

STEP 8: INSTALLING THE MAIN COVER

1. Lay the main cover on the ground next to the frame. Make sure the corners
with the black straps are alongside the front & back panels and the tube
sleeves are facing upwards.

2. Tie a rope to the eyelets on the cover, one each side. Pull the cover over
the frame using the rope as in Diagram L, making sure to centre the cover
on the frame. There should be an equal overhang on each corner. Use a
ladder if necessary.

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3. If small adjustments are needed, two people should pull the roof cover
from the same side so that it does not twist.

4. Slide the cross bottom rails through the tube sleeves on one side of the roof
cover.

5. Assemble the clamps and fitting and tighten slightly.

6. Make sure the cross rails are level and horizontal.

7. Repeat the same procedure for the opposite side of the cover.

8. Check and make sure all the bottom cross rails are level and are the same
distance from the ground.

9. Tighten all nuts and bolts at this stage.

10. Fasten the black straps at each corner with the ratchet tie-down,

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NOTE: Over-tightening can cause damage to straps and/or the anchor

point. Do not over-tighten!

The shelter is now ready for use.

Check periodically and tighten ratchet tie-downs and all hardware as
needed. Monthly inspection is recommended throughout usage.

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DISASSEMBLY

When disassembling the shelter,
depress the spring-loaded bar to
disengage the ratchet and open
the ratchet handle completely to
allow the webbing strap to pull

through.

PLEASE RE-READ ALL WARNINGS
CONTAINED ON PAGE 2 OF THESE
INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

To dismantle, execute all
instructions in reverse order.

Store your shelter in a cool, dry location between seasons to prolong the
usable life of all components.

Components are not equally durable and will require replacement over time
at differing intervals.

ADDITIONAL ANCHORING

Please note that when the instant garage or shed is to be sited on soft ground
an additional, or alternative method of anchoring may be required.

This can take the form of an additional Auger Securing Set GA1 (already
supplied with Clarke instant garages), which can add greater security for
exposed, windy locations.

Alternatively the Easy Hook Anchoring System GHA2, can be used to provide
greater security on soft ground.

Available from your Clarke dealer.

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