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Sentry Buildings the Jefferson Assembly Book

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Sentry Buildings
Assembly Book
Revised March 22, 2023
the Jefferson
16'x24' Building
Manufactured by RBS Holdings, LLC
205 Arlington Drive
Greenville, PA 16125
This manual is copyrighted. Under the copyright laws, this manual
may not be copied, in whole or in part, without consent from
RBS Holdings, LLC
© Copyright 2022

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  • Page 1 Sentry Buildings Assembly Book Revised March 22, 2023 the Jefferson 16'x24' Building Manufactured by RBS Holdings, LLC 205 Arlington Drive Greenville, PA 16125 This manual is copyrighted. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without consent from RBS Holdings, LLC ©...
  • Page 2 MPORTANT NFORMATION BOUT Check with your local HOA or building code office for any requirements, Building Permits: restrictions or permits necessary for construction. By owner. Refer to next page for foundation suggestions and size. Foundation: Our package includes pre-cut materials for the 2nd floor roof gables, roof What's Included: trusses and gable trim.
  • Page 3 Foundation Information Foundation Types: What foundation is best depends on what type of items will be stored. The building code in your area will also determine what type of foundation can be used. Check the zoning and building code requirements in your area. Installation over a cement slab, stem wall or wood floor foundation will alter the type of fasteners needed to secure walls to the floor.
  • Page 4 Rough Opening Details for Windows and Doors (not included) If installing seperately purchased windows and doors follow the manufacturers instructions for correct rough opening size. The below examples are for reference only and may need to be modified depending on style and size of your windows and doors.. Headers above windows and doors must be sufficient to support weight of 2nd floor and trusses.
  • Page 5 Step 1 Assemble (2) Two 92-1/2" Rear Wall Frames If you are adding additional windows or doors, frame-in rough opening(s) per manufacturer's instructions. 1. Cut (2) two 2x4-8' (one will be treated) to a length of 92-1/2". Position the boards together and indicate with 'X' marks where the wall studs will be located.
  • Page 6 Step 2B Assemble (6) Six 8' Side Wall Frames continued 2. Install (7) seven pre-cut wall studs between the top and bottom plates. Nail the treated bottom plate to each wall stud with (2) two 16d galvanized deck nails. Use (2) two 10d coated sinker nails per stud to secure the top plate.
  • Page 7 Step 4A Assemble 15'-5' Front wall - 8' Wide Door Opening If you are installing a 9' wide garage door go to Step 4B. 1. Cut (2) two 2x4-16' (one will be treated) to a length of 185". Position the boards together and indicate with 'X' marks where the wall studs will be located and an 'S' where the support studs will be located..
  • Page 8 Step 4B Assemble 15'-5' Front wall - 9' Wide Door Opening 1. Cut (2) two 2x4-16' (one will be treated) to a length of 185". Position the boards together and indicate with 'X' marks where the wall studs will be located and an 'S' where the support studs will be located..
  • Page 9 Step 5A Install Wall Frames Front and back wall frames are positioned between long side walls. 1. Install one of the 92-1/2" rear wall frames against inside of a 8' side wall frame. IMPORTANT: Orient end marked with a 'C' to corner. Secure frames together at the corner using (4) four 10d sinkers.
  • Page 10 Step 5B Set Wall Frames continued 6. Install 8' side wall frames at the front corners. Do Not Anchor 8' Side Wall Frame 15'-5" Front Wall Frame Do Not Anchor 7. Install the front wall frame between the side wall frames. Secure frames together at the corner using (4) four 10d sinkers.
  • Page 11 Step 6 Install 2x4 Tie Plates 1. Install a 16' long 2x4 on the back wall. Use 10d sinkers space 16" apart to secure tie plates. 2. Repeat to install a 16' long 2x4 tie plate on the opposite front wall. 12' Long 2x4 Tie Plate 16' Long 2x4 Tie Plate Back Wall Frames...
  • Page 12 Step 7B Install Siding on Wall Frames continued 1. Install a full width siding panel on the side wall with the 'LAP' edge flush with the 2x4s on the back wall. Install (5) five more siding panels. If necessary cut last panel flush with 2x4s on front wall.
  • Page 13 Step 13A Assemble Rear Gable Assemble the roof gables and trusses on the center of the loft floor. This will make it easier to stand the gable upright over the lower wall. 1. Cut (2) two 2x4-10' boards to a length of 97-1/2". Position these 2x4s, on edge and butt together. 2.
  • Page 14 Step 13B Assemble Rear Gable continued Two Ridge Gussets have equal angles cuts. Four Knee Gussets have offset angles cuts. 1. Secure the 2x6 boards together at the knee and ridge with 1/2" OSB gussets. Use 6d common nails. Nail 5-1/4" x 12" OSB fillers where shown below. 5/1/4"...
  • Page 15 Step 14 Install Siding on Rear Gable Frame 1. Stand up the gable frame and slide it to the rear of the building. Position the frame with the bottom towards the rear wall so it can be erected after the siding is applied. Install a pre-cut siding panel with the 'cut edge' flush with the left side of the gable frame.
  • Page 16 Step 16 Install Rear Roof Gable 2x4-12' Vertical Boards 1. Install (2) two 2x4-12' boards on the back wall to prevent the gable from falling off during gable installation. Install (2) two more 2x4-12 boards to brace the vertical 2x4 in place. Before bracing the vertical 2x4s in place attach (2) two 2x4 blocks to the back of the 2x4s.
  • Page 17 Step 17 Assemble & Install Front Gable Instructions show a suggested location for a 36"x36" window. Follow Steps 13 - 14 to build without a window. 1. Repeat Step 13 to assemble front gable. Alter stud framing for window opening. Locate (3) three 47-3/4"...
  • Page 18 Step 19 Install 2x6 Soffit Blocks 1. Install (4) four 1x3-8' stripping on each side wall. Starting from back wall butt a 2x6 soffit block against the bottom of the 2x6 truss plate. Position the first 1x3 board 1-1/2" from back wall trim and into notch.
  • Page 19 Step 20 Assemble Roof Trusses 1. Lay truss parts inside the 2x4 blocks used around gable frames. One end of the 81-3/4" long 2x6 boards have a blue mark. Place these ends together at the ridge. Add a 2x4 block at the bottom of the truss legs to keep this 2x6 from moving.
  • Page 20 Step 21 Install Roof Trusses 1. Install 2x6 hangers over the 'X' marks on the truss plate and flush with outside edge of 2x6. Use 1-1/2" joist hanger nails. Set truss legs into hanger. Use 10d coated sinker nails to secure the truss to the metal hanger (use hanger eyelets to guide the nails at the correct angle).
  • Page 21 Step 23 Install Front Gable Soffit 1. Install 81-3/4" long 2x4s on the top of the front gable, flush with the top of the gable frame. Install 2x4x81-3/4" the ends with the blue mark together at the peak of the gable. Use 10d sinkers spaced 12" apart. 2.
  • Page 22 Step 24B Install Roof Sheathing continued Straight 2. Cut (2) two 48"x96" OSB sheets in half to make (4) Edge four 48"x48" sheets. Re-cut one to 36"x48". 48"x59" Roof 3. Starting at gable knee install roof sheathing at the Sheathing front of the building, refer to the sheathing layout below.
  • Page 23 Step 25A Install Front Gable Trim 1. Insert a 81-3/4" long 2x4 between the soffit panels and the roof sheathing on the upper gable. Use 1-1/4" trim screws to secure the soffit panels to the 2x4s. Use 7d sinkers to secure the roof sheathing to the 2x4s.
  • Page 24 Step 25B Install Front Gable Trim continued 4. Install 82-1/4" long 1x6 trim boards at the top of the gable. Blue Ends Together Install the end with the blue marking at the ridge. Install 1x6 flush with the top of the roof sheathing. Use 8d galv. nails. 82-1/4"...
  • Page 25 Step 27 Install 1x4 Trim Around Door Opening 1x4 Door Trim 1. Cut to length and install 1x4-8' trim boards on the sides of the door opening, flush with the 1x6 jamb . Use 8d galv. nails. 2. Cut a 1x4-10' trim board and install across the door opening, centered across the top of the side door trim.
  • Page 26 Page Intentionally Left Blank...
  • Page 27 Install Roofing — Not Supplied in Kit Optional Roof Covering 1. Install metal roof 'drip' edging along the perimeter of the roof. bdl. Roof Shingles 2. Install shingles according to the instructions pcs. Roof 'drip' Edge-10' on the wrapper. 800 sq. ft. Felt Paper jty.

  • Page 28: Packing List

    Packing List Jefferson 16' Wide x 24' Building Kit Qty. Material Shipped on 'A' Pallet Qty. Material Shipped on 'B' Pallet Pre-built Gable Frames 21-3/4" x 48" Truss - Top Cord x 81-3/4" Pre-built Gable Frames 19-1/4" x 48" Gable Overhang x 81-3/4"...

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