Mercia Garden Products 06LOG018-V1 Instruction manual

General Instructions

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06LOG018-V1 (3x3.5m)

3x3.5m reverse apex log cabin (T&G roof and oor with single (glass) glazing.

BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.

- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied)
including a Phillips screwdriver, Stanley knife, wood saw, step ladder and drill with 2mm
bit.

- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.

TIMBER

As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions.
For the duration of heavy or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may
occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during excessive dry spells due to an interior
moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be helped. It is
suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of
warm sunshine and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.

2mm Drill bit

All building’s should be
erected by two adults

For ease of assembly, you
MUST pilot drill all screw
holes and ensure all screw
heads are countersunk.

For ease of assembly use a
rubber mallet to t the log
boards. Do NOT use a heavy
hammer.

It is advisable to use a
circular saw when cutting
roof and oor boards.

Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction

CAUTION

Every eort has been made during the
manufacturing process to eliminate the
prospect of splinters on rough surfaces of the
timber. You are strongly advised to wear gloves
when working with or handling rough sawn
timber.

Ensure to measure and check before cutting
boards.

Our buildings are pre treated with a water based treatment**; this only helps to protect
the product during transit and for upto 3 months against mould. To validate your
guarantee and ensure longevity of the product, it is ESSENTIAL the building is treated
with a wood preserver within the rst three months of assembly and thereafter in
accordance with the manufactures recommendations. Care must be taken to ensure
the product is placed on a suitable base.

BUILDING A BASE

When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual
treatment.

Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to
diagrams for the base dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external
measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding should overlap the base, creating a run
o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above the
surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.

TYPES OF BASE

- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.

- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.

Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in
the case of childrens products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept
responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or using this product.

For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 880514

Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN

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06LOG018-V1

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Overall Dimensions:

Width = 3532mm
Depth = 3139mm
Height = 2600mm

Base Dimensions:

Width = 3304mm
Depth = 2799mm

Before assembly

please make sure you have a

suitable base ready to erect your

building

MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN

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2

10

Log Board (B) - 120x19x1123mm QTY 36

LB19-1123mm

11

Roof Purlin - 90x40x3504mm QTY 3

F4090-3504mm

12

Eaves Frame - 27x44x3500mm QTY 2

F2744-3500mm

13

Fascia - 120x16x1608mm QTY 4

S16120-1608mm (Angled)

14

Fascia - 120x16x3532mm QTY 2

S16120-3532mm

3

15

Bearer - 44x44x2799mm QTY 2

F4444-2799mm

16

Bearer - 44x44x3216mm QTY 10

F4444-3216mm

Door

Window QTY 3

4

Starter Board (S1) - 66x19x3500mm QTY 2

LB19RT66-3500mm

5

Log Board (B) - 120x19x295mm QTY 36

LB19-295mm

6

Log Board (C) - 120x19x295mm QTY 36

LB19-295mm (No notch)

7

Log Board (A) - 120x19x3500mm QTY 20

LB19-3500mm

8

Log Board (AR) - 45x19x3500mm QTY 2

LB19RG45-3500mm

Log 018 gable - 2996mm QTY 2

17

Roof Board - 121x16x1600mm QTY 64

MB16-1600mm

18

Floor Board - 121x16x2760mm QTY 30

MB16-2760mm

19

Storm Brace - 27x44x2100mm QTY 8

F2744-2100mm

20

Skirting - 28x28x2400mm QTY 9

FS2828-2400mm

21

Interior Roof Trim - 27x44x2400mm QTY 5

F2744-2400mm (Bevelled)

22

Mortice Lock

23

Key Plate

24

Handles (Pair)

25

Felt

9

Log Board (A) - 120x19x2996mm QTY 20

LB19-2996mm

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Nail Bag

Pre-assembly

*Please note:

Each board interlocks at
either end in a staggered pattern.

Before securing ensure that the boards
are tted properly in their respective
tongue’s and groove’s.

80mm Bolt Set x17

70mm Screw x102

40mm Screw x588

30mm Screw x102

30mm Black Screw x10

Felt Tacks x175

Step 2

Lay the bearer’s (No. 15 & No. 16)
onto a rm and level surface
(free from areas where standing
water can collect) as shown in the
illustration.

Fix the framing together at each
corner using 8x70mm screws,
ensuring the frame is ush.

8x70mm Screws

Pre drill

hole

70mm

screw

15

16

16

15

15

16

Step 1

Fit the mortice lock (No. 22) into the recess

a

in the door (No. 1) and secure using the
screws provided. Attach the key plate (No. 23)
to the framing around the door with the screws
provided.

b

Connect the door handles (No. 24) and the
metalbar to the mortice lock using 8x30mm
screws. Ensure the lock mechanism
closes correctly. If not, remove the lock
and turn the catch around using the small
grub screw.

*Please note: This image is for illustrative purposes
and may dier from your choice in product
(regarding ironmongery). Nevertheless the process
of xing the frames is the same.

8x30mm Black Screws
4x30mm Screws

The Mortice Lock is Reversible

a

b

Step 3

Following the same method
outlined in Step 2, arrange the
remaining framing (No. 16) as
shown in the illustration.

*Ensure there is an equal
amount of space between each
frame.

Secure each of the frames in place
using 4x70mm screws per frame,
ensuring the framing remains level.

32x70mm Screws

Pre drill

hole

70mm

screw

16

15

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

Pre drill

hole

30mm

screw

30mm

screw

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