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roost&root Heritage Series Assembly Instructions Manual

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Assembly Instructions
Heritage Series Chicken
Model 30
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Models 20 | 30 | 40
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  • Page 1 Assembly Instructions Heritage Series Chicken Coops™ Models 20 | 30 | 40 Model 30 Model 40 Model 20 Help Text-line: 512-596-5200 EMAIL: support@roostandroot.com VOICE: 877-741-COOP Watch the YouTube Assembly Support ext 3 Assembly Overview Video Copyright ® Endure Products, LLC dba Roost & Root... all rights reserved... This document is provided to you for your own personal limited use as a paying customer to assemble your coop.
  • Page 2 It will be pretty much impossible for you or your contractor to assemble your new coop without (1) pre-reading these instructions to create familiarity, (2) watching our assembly overview video, and (3) following instructions on each page. Concepts on one page are built upon in the next pages and we often don't repeat in hopes of saving complexity.
  • Page 3 "F" Storage Room Model 40 D7 Left Notched Rafter Assembly 3|5|6 Model 30 D8 Right Notched Rafter Assembly 3|5|6 F1 Left Exterior Door Panel D9 Left No Notch Rafter Assembly 2|3|5 Model 20 F2 Right Exterior Door Panel 0|1|1 D10Right No Notch Rafter Assembly 2|3|5 F3 Ceiling Panel D11Collar Tie...
  • Page 4 Model 20 "Toolkit" List Model 30 "Toolkit" List Model 40 "Toolkit" List (12) Standard OR Freeze Guard Drinkers (15) Standard OR Freeze Guard Drinkers (21) Standard OR Freeze Guard Drinkers (1) Eco Sealer 1Gal (1) Eco Sealer 1Gal (1) Eco Sealer 1Gal (1) Eco Sealer Sprayer (1) Eco Sealer Sprayer (1) Eco Sealer Sprayer...
  • Page 5 Front Back Left Right Page Model 20 coop shown...
  • Page 6 https://mtcopeland.com/blog/plumb-level-square-and-true-what-they-mean-and-how-to-measure/ Use included 4' level to check level in both directions... Good resource for squaring and leveling... https://www.wikihow.com/Level-Ground Another great article on preparing level ground... Level ground by raking Page...
  • Page 7 3 Possible ways to anchor your coop... there are more, here are three. Screw in one or two Instead of pouring a complete perimeter footer, concrete There's nothing wrong with building your coop directly on Tapcon screws into the "piers" can be poured every 3 to 6 feet and near corners. the ground and securing with the included D-Ring bottom rails of panels The same 3/16 3-1/4 Tapcon screw can be used to screw...
  • Page 8 270-1/2" 135-1/4" Page...
  • Page 9 378-3/4" 135-1/4" Page...
  • Page 10 486-3/4" 135-1/4" Page...
  • Page 11 Note: If a concrete footer is poured and it is flush with ground level, you can omit pouring footer for interior roost and shed walls. If it is elevated any above ground level, you should Right pour footer under interior walls too for support. Pouring a concrete footer will simplify leveling and squaring and provide the best way to anchor.
  • Page 12 Note: If a concrete footer is poured and it is flush with ground level, you can omit pouring footer for interior roost and shed walls. If it is elevated any above ground level, you should Right pour footer under interior walls too for support. Pouring a concrete footer will simplify leveling and squaring and provide the best way to anchor.
  • Page 13 Note: If a concrete footer is poured and it is flush with ground level, you can omit pouring footer for interior roost and shed walls. If it is elevated any above ground level, you should Right pour footer under interior walls too for support. Pouring a concrete footer will simplify leveling and squaring and provide the best way to anchor.
  • Page 14 Familiarize yourself with these illustrations. You'll need these trusses to support the exterior walls as you build them so lets get them out of the way. They're pretty cool and are a beautiful part of your new coop. Nuts On Back Side Upper Rafter Type 1 - No Notch Truss No Purlin...
  • Page 15 Looking At Front Side Repeat these procedures until all trusses are built. Left Right Fig 1.2.1 - Two of the left truss halves have a different wall notch (one for model 20) Fig 1.2.1 than the others. These are used in particular spots in the build and will be referenced later. Make sure that you use these wedged left rafters on the left side of the truss assembly.
  • Page 16 Looking At Front Side Repeat these procedures until all trusses are built. Provided Bit Holder Provided 3 Inch T25 Screw T25 Bit (color may vary due to supply) Your Drill 4-1/2" Inch GRK T25 Screw Make these edges flush and close gap. Both sides. Force up collar tie Install screws as indicated slot onto tail of...
  • Page 17 Be sure to start with the back of the coop placed in such a way Model 40 Has that by the time you get to the front, it falls where you want it to be. 3 B1 Side Panels Align all edges and corners and make flush. Variations in how level your ground is, rough cedar tolerances, shop variances, and your assembly precision will all add up over the course of the project and we want to minimize the impact these imperfections...
  • Page 18 Start adding the sides to the back... Wedged Truss Tail Truss tail wall notches are all centered between Connect F1 & A1 panels to B1 wall panel verticals unless noted otherwise. on the left side and C1 panels Tight on the right. Use same screw procedure as before making sure edges are flush.
  • Page 19 Start adding the sides to the back... Wedged Truss Tail Connect F1, F2 & A1 panels to B1 on the left side and C1 panels on the right. Use same screw procedure as Truss tail wall notches are all centered between wall panel verticals unless noted otherwise.
  • Page 20 Start adding the sides to the back... Wedged Truss Tail Truss tail wall notches are all centered between Connect F1, F2 & A1 panels to wall panel verticals unless noted otherwise. B1 on the left side and C1 Tight panels on the right. Use same screw procedure as before making sure edges are flush.
  • Page 21 Build out the remainder of the side walls. Extend out remaining A1 Wall Notch panels using the same screw Truss Type pattern and procedure in prior Notched Truss (not wedge) steps taking care to keep edges flush and walls "visually" straight. Page...
  • Page 22 Build out the remainder of the side walls. Wall Notch Truss Type Extend out remaining A1 No Notch (not wedge) panels using the same screw Trusses pattern and procedure in prior steps taking care to keep edges flush and walls "visually"...
  • Page 23 Build out the remainder of the side walls. Wall Notch Truss Type Extend out remaining A1 (not wedge) No Notch panels using the same screw Trusses pattern and procedure in prior steps taking care to keep edges flush and walls "visually"...
  • Page 24 The front wall of the coop is the same for all three models. Screw the A2 and A3 panels onto fronts of the A1 panels screwing through the A1 panels back into the A2 and A3 If you're building your coop directly onto the ground an panels as indicated by the green arrows using 3"...
  • Page 25 Straightening and squaring the coop is a 3 part repetitive procedure... Use included string to tie a Start pulling out bottoms of Using another piece of string piece along bottom edge and walls on both sides until the (or a long tape measure if you tie around corners or use a walls run along the string have one) shift ends (front and...
  • Page 26 Straightening and squaring the coop is a 3 part repetitive procedure... Use included string to tie a Start pulling out bottoms of Using another piece of string piece along bottom edge and walls on both sides until the (or a long tape measure if you tie around corners or use a walls run along the string have one) shift ends (front and...
  • Page 27 Straightening and squaring the coop is a 3 part repetitive procedure... Use included string to tie a Start pulling out bottoms of Using another piece of string piece along bottom edge and walls on both sides until the (or a long tape measure if you tie around corners or use a walls run along the string have one) shift ends (front and...
  • Page 28 In this step we'll start adding some stability to the structure. Screw B5 panel into vertical side rail of right B1 panel as illustrated. See blow up diagrams for placement. Make sure top edges are flush. Next screw the F4 panel into vertical side rail of left B1 panel making sure top edges are flush.
  • Page 29 In this step we'll stiffen up the right run inside walls so that they are straighter and stronger. 2x4 Screw Pattern 2x2 Screw Pattern Seam ~ 2" Centered Using T25 3" screws identify the proper length 2x4 and 2x2 stiffener boards and place them as indicated in the diagram for the model you own.
  • Page 30 In this step we'll stiffen up the left run inside walls so that they are straighter and stronger. 2x4 Screw Pattern 2x2 Screw Pattern Seam ~ 2" Centered Using the same teachings and procedures from step 2.1 place the 2x4 and 2x2 left inside wall stiffeners as illustrated.
  • Page 31 In this step we'll assemble the three roof gables... Using T-25 3" screws assemble the gable halves using the illustrations to guide you. Favor making bottom edges flush and keep faces as flush as you can. Be careful not to break off the tails on the ends. They will be heavy once assembled.
  • Page 32 In this step we'll assemble the three roof gables... With the help of one or two other people, lift the gables up and on top of the front, mid and back walls as illustrated, shifting panels and adjusting gable so that the ends are positioned correctly and that the panels align as illustrated.
  • Page 33 In this step we'll install the remaining trusses... No Notch Truss Using the same procedures as in Notch steps 1.5 and 1.6 install the remaining trusses in the Truss locations indicated by the color coded arrows for the model that you are Model 20 assembling.
  • Page 34 Before going to next steps we want to release some tension from wall tops and align the truss ends... Using a piece of string pulled between both ends of the front and rear gable tails... tug and push on wall tops to get truss ends to run evenly along string.
  • Page 35 Purlin Panels lock into and between roof trusses to form the roof structure... 1. Trusses omitted for illustration purposes. 2. Some notches are not illustrated. Using the illustrations below, 3. Back and front upper and lower panels are familiarize yourself with the idea of unique.
  • Page 36 Purlin Panels lock into and between roof trusses to form the roof structure... 1. Trusses omitted for illustration purposes. 2. Some notches are not illustrated. Using the illustrations below, 3. Back and front upper and lower panels are familiarize yourself with the idea of unique.
  • Page 37 Purlin Panels lock into and between roof trusses to form the roof structure... 1. Trusses omitted for illustration purposes. 2. Some notches are not illustrated. Using the illustrations below, 3. Back and front upper and lower panels are familiarize yourself with the idea of unique.
  • Page 38 Installing the upper purlin panels will set the trusses in place. Begin by identifying and installing two mid left upper panels. Place the notch in the panels over the notch in the notched trusses and then ends of the panels butting up against the no notch trusses. See diagram(s) for screwing instructions. Repeat for right. Install both the left and right front and back upper purlin panels as illustrated using the same procedures as explained in step 1.
  • Page 39 The next step before installing the upper roof, is to install the left and right transom panels... part 1 of 2 Transom panels are the skinny wired panels that mount between trusses and gables on the step up from the lower to the upper roof.
  • Page 40 The next step before installing the upper roof, is to install the left and right transom panels... part 2 of 2 Disregard this page if you're assembling a Model 20. Apply concepts on previous page to this step for the coop you are assembling.
  • Page 41 This is what we will be aiming for in the following steps... A bit holder with no bit is used to drive roof screws. If you have a 1/4" bit for your drill, it can also be used. On roof panels, only tighten roof screws enough to compress the neoprene washer and hold down the panel.
  • Page 42 Using concepts discussed on previous page, install the upper roof panels on both left and right sides of coop as illustrated. Note: An experienced roofer can roof the coop any way they want. We're writing instructions assuming a DIY homeowner might be performing the work and needs a method to perform the task.
  • Page 43 Using work methods performed on left side upper roof, install right side upper roof making sure panels align with ridge cap too... Place an upper panel (UV protected side up) as illustrated with top edge of panel opposite a panel you installed on the other side. Have a helper hold in place and press down a piece of fitted ridge cap over the ribs of the panel already installed and the panel that you're installing making sure ribs on both panels and valleys on fitted ridge cap all align nicely.
  • Page 44 Time to install the lower purlin panels so you can install the lower roof panels. Using the illustration on the Section 3.0 page for your particular coop... identify the left back and left front panels and install as illustrated. Place the notch in the panels over the notch in the notched trusses and gables. Make sure to make bottom edges flush with tails of gables and trusses.
  • Page 45 Install the lower roof panels using same techniques explained on upper roof panels. Lower roof panels jam up against the face of the transom panels on the top edge and overhang the bottom purlin rail on the eave edge. There are three rows of screws per panel. Using the same aligning methods in section 3.4 and 3.5, position first panel left to right and set the center screws.
  • Page 46 Install interior storage room walls and ceiling. Install the F5 panel as illustrated. Take care to Install the F3 shed ceiling panel wire side up in top of Install F6 & F7 panels as illustrated. You may need position panel as illustrated. shed.
  • Page 47 The dual redundant waterers are delivered in sections because they are too long to ship assembled... Waterers are delivered in 2,3 or 4 sections depending on what coop you purchased. They are sized with the chicken capacity in mind and redundancy in the event a poultry nipple were to malfunction.
  • Page 48 Install the waterer support brackets in the positions indicated for your coop... making sure waterer sits level when empty. Screws go into rails Attach waterer support brackets using 8 T25 screws per bracket (water is heavy) as shown in of A1 Panels the positions as indicated.
  • Page 49 Install the poultry nipples you ordered with your kit. There are a lot :-) Roll waterers over in their brackets and install all poultry nipples as per the illustrations below. Whether you ordered freeze guard or standard nipples, the process is basically the same. Optional Freeze-Guard Poultry Nipple Standard Poultry Nipple 1st install rubber grommet...
  • Page 50 Lets set up the Roost Bunks for your chickens... Model 20 and 30 bunks are one piece units. First assemble Model 40 units (shipped in halves). You can install bunk units at any height you want but we tested the coop with them set at 32-1/4 inches from ground and the ramp length is designed for this. This height is easy for an adult non bantam breed chicken to just jump to with no ramp and is a happy medium for weather protection and ventilation if roost wall doors are dropped down.
  • Page 51 Egg boxes install as pre-fab assemblies into the openings in the C1 panels... Insert egg box units into openings in C1 panels mounting them with 6 T25 3" screws as illustrated. Install roof panels using roof screws and driving them through dark tops of egg boxes into wood as shown. Dark tops are required so that no light comes in. Chickens will in part instinctively lay eggs in a dark spot.

  • Page 52: Locking Clip

    Time to install the front door... Front door hinges are pre-attached to the door and the screw holes for other half of the hinge are pre-drilled in the right door frame. Starting off with the very top hinge and top screw, use provided Phillips head screw and install. Install snug. Switch the bottom screw on the bottom hinge and install and make snug. Switch back and forth from top to bottom installing all screws snugly making sure door stays straight.

  • Page 53: Left Side

    Install Bird Stop... Using a tape measure, identify the various pieces of bird stop and install on top of exterior wall panels using T-25 screws as indicated in the positions between trusses and gables. They fit snug. It may require a tap with a hammer. More than taps... you've probably got the wrong piece or it may require a trim. Beveled edge on tops of boards sit under roof line and flat bottoms on top of walls.
  • Page 54 Install Bird Stop... Using a tape measure, identify the various pieces of bird stop and install on top of exterior wall panels using T-25 screws as indicated in the positions between trusses and gables. They fit snug. It may require a tap with a hammer. More than taps... you've probably got the wrong piece or it may require a trim. Beveled edge on tops of boards sit under roof line and flat bottoms on top of walls.
  • Page 55 Install Bird Stop... Using a tape measure, identify the various pieces of bird stop and install on top of exterior wall panels using T-25 screws as indicated in the positions between trusses and gables. They fit snug. It may require a tap with a hammer. More than taps... you've probably got the wrong piece or it may require a trim. Beveled edge on tops of boards sit under roof line and flat bottoms on top of walls.
  • Page 56 Your coop comes standard with two high quality automatic doors... Operating Concept - See provided manufacturers instructions for details, but here is an overview. Two doors are provided, one for the roost back and one for the roost entry. Both doors are outfitted with photo sensor eyes. If the program to the doors are not modified, they will each open automatically at sunrise, and then perform a close at sunset with their "second chance"...
  • Page 57 Route the wire on the back door first through the hole in the right black panel Exit point for photo sensor... (illustrated) and then up and along the wall towards the location that the battery box is situated. Towards hole At about the 7' mark the photo sensor in mid gable eye exits the main wire loom.
  • Page 58 Route the wire for the mid door as indicated and then up and along the wall towards the location that the battery box is situated. At about the 7' mark the photo sensor eye exits the main wire loom. Place it through the hole in the side of coop as illustrated so that it can get outdoor light. Use a clamp every 24" or so and in corners to hold the wire in its loom firmly.
  • Page 59 The solar panel is held in place by magnets. Route the wire of the solar panel under a roof rib near the battery box and lay on roof where it faces the sun. From the underside, attach two of the rare earth magnets under the roof where they magnetically hold the solar panel bracket in place. Make sure the bracket is a little bit loose so that it lays down flat on roof ribs and allows the magnets to get a full "grab"...
  • Page 60 Install optional shed wall stabilizer... If you poured a footer under the shed walls and plan to or have screwed the shed walls to the footer, this stabilizer strut can be omitted. Otherwise we recommend installing the illustrated stabilizer between inside and exterior shed wall in the middle to add additional stability. Use 3" T-25 Screws as illustrated. Same screw pattern from other side too.
  • Page 61 Install the various door latches as required. Align for smooth operation... Gravity Gate Latches On Outside Roost Drop Doors... Bolt Style Gate Latch On Exterior Shed Door... Gravity Gate Latch Smaller pan head screws are Larger pan head screws are for gravity gate latches.
  • Page 62 Install the various door latches as required. Align for smooth operation... Gravity Gate Latches On Roost Drop Doors... Double Door Gate Latch On Exterior Shed Door... Gravity Gate Latch Smaller pan head screws are Larger pan head screws are for gravity gate latches. for double door gate latch.
  • Page 63 SockIt Box Attach with included short screw on 2x4 wall cross brace. Good place to mount or just above. Extension cord to Power wires house to heaters in water tubes. Your coop comes with either one or two Coop Worx bulk feeders. Instructions for assembly, adjusting the height of the legs, and usage are included in the manufacturers box.

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