Harbor Freight Tools 62286 Product manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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REV 15a

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Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing

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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Table of Contents

Safety ......................................................... 3

Specifications ............................................. 4

Assembly .................................................... 5

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Maintenance .............................................. 13

Parts List and Diagram .............................. 14

Warranty .................................................... 16

WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential

personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that

follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

Double Insulated

Canadian Standards Association

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

will result in death or serious injury.

could result in death or serious injury.

could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles with side shields.

Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read all safety warnings and instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense
and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Assembly Precautions

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1. Do not assemble in windy conditions.

2. Assemble and install only on

flat, level, hard surface.

3. Assemble and anchor only according to
these instructions. Improper assembly or
inadequate anchoring can create hazards.

4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves during assembly.

Use Precautions

1. Do not use grill or any other type of
fire under cover. Cover may catch fire
if exposed to heat rising from fire.

2. Do not allow snow or debris to
accumulate on this item.

3. Heavy, wet snow or strong wind could cause
damage or sudden collapse. Remove the Cover
when these or similar conditions are expected.

4. This product is not a toy. Do not allow
children to play with or near this item.

5. Keep assembly area clean and well lit.

6. Keep bystanders out of the area during assembly.

7. Do not assemble when tired or when under
the influence of drugs or medication.

8. Product capabilities apply to properly and
completely assembled product only.

5. Use as intended only.
Do not use for long-term shelter.

6. Inspect regularly, tighten all loose hardware
and loose cords, and secure all loosened
anchors. If any parts are damaged, bent, or
stretched, they must be replaced. Hardware
may loosen during normal operation stresses.
Loose hardware or damaged/altered parts will
compromise the structural integrity of this product.

7. Maintain product labels and nameplates.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Specifications

Overall Dimensions 10′ W x 17′ L x 9′ 2" H
Center Height 9′ 2"
Side Height 6′ 5"
Pole Tubing Diameter 1.27"

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Assembly

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this

manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following

pages, refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 14.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Do not leave this product partially assembled. Assemble this product completely at one time.

A

3

3

A2

4

B1

4

B1

2

1

1

9

5

6

10

7

5

10

7

4

B

3

3

4

2

5

A1

9

A1

4

B

3

4

3

2

9

5

B1

4

1

10

A

3

4

B1

3

4

1

5

6

7

7

6

11-2

1

14

11-3

12

11-1

7

14

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A2

2

5

9

6

12

10

Figure A: Frame Assembly Overview

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Roof Frame Assembly

Note: Much of this product’s assembly is done using slip fit construction. Make sure all parts seat completely

and securely. A rubber mallet (sold separately) can be used to gently tap parts in place to ensure a tight fit.

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A1

3

A

3

B1

4

3

4

B

3

4

4 4

B1

4

B

3

A2

33

A

3

A2

1. Assemble ridge using three Rails (4) with
4-Way Ridge Connectors (B) between them,
and a 3-Way Ridge Connector (A) on each
end. The Rails connect to the straight ends of
the Connectors and the curved, free ends of the
Connectors angle down, as shown in Figure C.

2. Connect a Rafter (3) to each free end of every
Connector (A, B), as shown in Figure D.

4

B1

Figure B: Roof Assembly Overview

A

3

3

4

A1

A

B1

A

B

3

4

B

Figure C: Ridge Assembly

B

3

44

4

B

A

Figure D: Rafter Assembly

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3. Assemble a roof side rail using a 3-Way
Side Connector B (A2), three Rails (4) with
4-Way Side Connectors (B1) between them,
and then a 3-Way Side Connector A (A1)
on the other end (see Figure E). The Rails
connect to the straight ends of the Connectors,
and the curved ends of all Connectors must
face up angled the same direction, as shown. If
that is not the case, incorrect connectors were
used, or they were assembled backwards.

4. Assemble a second identical roof side rail
by repeating the instructions in step #3.

3

3

A2

4

B1

4

B1

Figure F: Roof Side Rail Installation

B1

A2

4

4

Figure E: Roof Side Rail Assembly

5. Connect the roof side rail assemblies to the
ends of the Rafters (3), as shown in Figure F.

3

A1

4

3

B1

A1

B1

B1

A1

4

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4

A2

6. Make sure all parts assembled up to this point are
firmly joined together. Tap parts together gently
with a rubber mallet (sold separately) if needed.

Stud, Foot, and Leg Assembly

1. Assemble a Foot (7) to the bottom
of each Center Stud (1):

a. Place a Foot onto the bottom of the Center Stud.

1

7

b. Align the holes and insert a Hex

Head Bolt (12) through them.

c. Secure with a Nut (14).

1

12

14

7

2. Assemble a Corner Leg (6) to the bottom of
each Corner Stud (2) as shown in Figure G.

12

2

1

14

6

9

Figure G: Corner Leg Assembly

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Stud Installation

1. With assistance, raise one side of the roof assembly.

2. Install the Center Studs (1) into the 4-Way Side Connectors (B1), and the Corner Studs (2)

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into the 3-Way Side Connectors A/B (A1, A2) with the Corner Legs (6) facing inward.

A2

B1

B1

A1

2

1

1

2

6

3. After all four Studs (1, 2) are in place,
rest that side of the assembly on the
ground, and raise the other side.

A

3

3

A2

2

4

B1

4

B1

1

1

6

Figure H: Stud Installation

4. Install four Studs on the other side of the
roof, as explained in step #2, above.

4

B

3

3

4

A1

A1

4

B

3

4

3

2

B1

4

1

A

3

4

B1

3

4

1

A2

2

2

6

6

Figure I: Studs Installed on Both Sides.

5. Make sure all parts assembled up to this point are firmly joined together.
Tap parts together gently with a rubber mallet (sold separately) if needed.

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6

6

Anchoring Frame

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Contact local utility companies to ensure that the installation area is
free of pipes, cables, and other hazards BEFORE installing anchors or choosing installation area.

1. Position the frame in the desired installation location.
The location must be flat, level, and stable
with good locations for the Anchors (11-1).

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

3. Measure the width of the frame at front and back; it
should be 10′ 2" wide.
The distance diagonally in one direction should
be equal to the distance diagonally in the other
direction.
If any measurements do not match, adjust the
frame and retake measurements until they
are equal within a reasonable tolerance.

Note: If measurements cannot be made correct,
then parts may not be seated together properly.

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10′2"

Figure J: Verify and Adjust Frame Measurements

4. Once the frame is positioned, leveled, and squared,
anchor the four Corner Legs (6) as follows:

a. Thread the Anchor (11-1) into the ground near

the Corner Leg until the top of the Anchor

only extends about 3″ above the ground.

Note: Verify that there are no utility lines nearby
before driving anchors. If there are rocks
or other obstacles, holes may need to be
drilled first to allow proper anchoring.

Note: When anchoring frame on concrete, use
Concrete Anchor (19) in place of Anchor.

b. Insert a Cable (11-2) through the anchor

and through the Corner Leg, as shown.

c. Pull the Cable tight and secure it using a

Cable Clamp (11-3). Tighten the two nuts on
the Cable Clamp evenly to secure the Cable.

d. Repeat for all remaining Anchors

and Corner Legs.

α

α

10′2"

6

11-2

11-3

11-1

Figure K: Anchoring

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Securing Ratchet Tie-Downs

Note: Use these instructions in the pages that follow.

1. Thread the strap through the Ratchet’s (8)

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spindle as far as it will go.

Figure L: Threading Strap through Spindle

2. Insert the S-hook of the Ratchet into
the hole in the Corner Leg (6).

3. Lift and lower the Ratchet’s handle to wind
and tighten the strap onto the spindle.

Figure N: Tightening Ratchet

CAUTION: Excessive tightening will damage
straps, Covers, and Corner Legs.

Figure M: Inserting Hook into Corner Leg

Releasing Ratchet Tie-Downs

1. Depress the spring-loaded bar on the handle.

2. Open Ratchet handle completely.

3. Unwind the strap.

Figure O: Releasing Ratchet

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Door and Back Cover Installation

1. Position the Door Cover (16) near where you want
the front of the Portable Garage, and turn it so
that the zipper faces the outside of the Portable
Garage, and the warning tag faces inside.

A

A2

2. Disconnect the Rail (4) from the
3-Way Ridge Connector (A), and place the
gap at the top center of the Door Cover
around the Ridge Connector, as shown.

Note that the Door Cover’s flaps wrap
around the Rafters (3), and the strap is
positioned inside the frame.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSERT ANY FRAMEWORK
TUBING INTO THE HEM ON THE COVER FLAPS.

A

A1

4

Place strap

and flaps

inside frame.

3

4

Hem on

Cover flap.

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3. Reconnect the Rail securely to the
3-Way Ridge Connector.

4. Repeat step #2 for the
3-Way Side Connectors A/B (A1, A2)
so that the Door Cover looks as shown
in Figure P and Figure Q.

Zipper

Figure Q: Wrap Around Side Connectors

Figure P: Door Cover Installation

5. Use Ratchet Tie-Downs (8) to attach the Cover
to the Corner Legs (6); see Securing Ratchet
Tie-Downs on page 10 and Figure R.

8

Figure R: Securing Door Cover

6. Repeat steps #1 – 4 above to install the Back
Cover (17) to the other end of the Portable Garage.

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Roof Cover Installation

Note: Door and Back Covers (16, 17) not shown on

illustrations to provide a clear view of installation.

1. Lay the Roof Cover (15) on the ground next

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to the frame. Make sure that the edges with
black straps are alongside the Door/Back
Covers (16, 17) and one set of the fabric tubes
is facing upwards, as shown in Figure S.

2. Tie each Rope (18) through an eyelet
at the corner of the Roof Cover.

18

Fabric Tubes

15

Figure S: Align Roof Cover with Frame

3. Throw the other ends of the Ropes over the frame.

6. Make sure the Bottom Rails are level and horizontal.

Bottom Rails (5)

Figure V: Bottom Rails in place.

7. Attach the Bottom Rails to the Corner
Studs (2) using 3-Way End Rail Clamps (9),
Bolts and Nuts (13, 14), and to the Center
Studs (1) with 4-Way Center Rail Clamps (10),
as shown in Figure W.

13

9

4. Move to the other side of the frame and pull
the Cover over the frame. Make sure that the
Roof Cover is centered on the frame. If a small
adjustment is needed, two people should pull
together from the same end of the Portable Garage
so that the Roof Cover does not become twisted.

Fabric Tubes

Figure T: Pull Roof Cover Over Frame Using Ropes

5. Insert the Bottom Rails (5) into the fabric
tubes on each side of the Roof Cover.

18

14

13
10

14

Figure W: 3- and 4-Way Rail Clamp Connections

Note: Only finger tighten the Nuts at this point.

8. Make sure that all the Bottom Rails are of the same
height from the ground, then tighten all Nuts.

9. Secure the four corners to the Corner Legs (6)
using Ratchet Tie-Downs (8); see Securing
Ratchet Tie-Downs on page 10.

5

15

Figure U: Insert Bottom Rails

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Maintenance

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must

be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM PRODUCT FAILURE:
Do not use damaged products. If damage is noted, have the problem corrected before further use.

MONTHLY, inspect the general condition

of the Portable Garage. Check for:

• loose ratchet tie downs, anchors,
tube connections, and rail clamps
(tighten as needed),

• torn or frayed covers, ropes, or cables,

• cracked, bent, or broken parts, and

• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

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THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,

and are not available individually as replacement parts.

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Parts List and Diagram

Parts List

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Note: Individual part illustrations not to scale.

Part Description Illustration Qty

3-Way Ridge

A

Connector

3-Way Side

A1

Connector A

3-Way Side

A2

Connector B

4-Way Ridge

B

Connector

4-Way Side

B1

Connector

1 Center Stud 4

2 Corner Stud 4

2

2

2

2

4

Part Description Illustration Qty

3-Way End

9

Rail Clamp

4-Way Center

10

Rail Clamp

11-1 Anchor 4

11-2 Cable - 1′ (30cm) 4

11-3 Cable Clamp

M8x50 Hex

12

Head Bolt

M8×50 Round

13

Head Bolt

8

8

4

4

12

3 Rafter 8

4 Rail 9

5 Bottom Rail 6

6 Corner Leg 4

7 Foot 4

8 Ratchet Tie-Down 8

14 M8 Nut 16

15 Roof Cover 1

16 Door Cover 1

17 Back Cover 1

18 Rope (24′) (7.3M) 2

19* Concrete Anchor 12

* Item not shown.

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Assembly Diagram

17

15

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18

8

9

6

11-3

A2

2

11-1

5

11-2

A

3

4

B1

4

1

10

7

16

1

5

13

12

7

3

B1

10

14

14

4

B

3

3

4

2

5

9

6

A1

9

4

2

11-1

11-3

A1

11-1

11-3

B

3

4

5

6

11-2

3

11-2

B1

10

4

4

1

A

3

3

B1

A2

4

1

2

5

5

10

9

7

7

11-3

11-2

6

11-1

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Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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