Site Preparation - Craftsman 65006 Assembly Instructions Manual

SITE PREPARATION
Materials NOT supplied
Note: Site preparation is recommended for this shed.
Placing the shed on a constructed foundation is required.
Without a constructed foundation,
occur, causing distortion and damage to the shed.
Manufacturer is not responsible for replacing parts
damaged or property lost due to incorrect assembly.
Note: Complete the site preparation and foundation
construction before unpacking parts and beginning
assem bly.
To prepare your shed site,
1) Consult your local authorities for building codes and
covenants before beginning foundation
shed.
2) Before any digging, check with local utilities to
determine location of buried cables, pipes, etc.
3) Decide which type of foundation
- Concrete slab, 4" thick
OR
- Wood platform
Use exterior grade wood. The wood platform should
be set on pier blocks or footing. Consult your local
retailer for help to determine the best anchoring
method for your particular installation. The provided
plans are sized for the minimum number of cuts to
lumber and plywood.
4) Prepare the building site:
- The ground should slope away from the foundation
area to provide drainage.
- The foundation surface
- A vapor barrier should be provided to prevent
excessive condensation
- Follow local building codes for a proper vapor
barrier.
5) Anchoring the shed to the foundation:
- Consult your local retailer for help to determine
the best anchoring method for your particular
installation.
- To secure the shed to a concrete slab, use masonry
fasteners available at your local hardware retailer.
- To secure the shed to a wood platform, use 1/4" x
3" long lag screws with washers.
AND PLATFORM CONSTRUCTION
with 65006 Shed Kit
settling could
follow the steps below:
or erecting
you want:
must be flat and level.
in the shed.
Anchoring floor panel
• Secure shed to concrete slab using masonry
fasteners.
• Dimensions allow
1" on each side.
Anchoring floor panel
ront
• Secure shed to wood platform using 1/4" x 3" lag
screws.
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to concrete slab
side
for shed to fit within the nearest
to wood platform