ESDXL21PT040 3x6 Palletised Bike Store Assembly Instructions

General Instructions

Please retain product label and instructions for future reference.

Important: All buildings should be erected by two adults.

Note on Timber: Timber is a natural material and can be affected by weather. Swelling may occur during heavy rain, and warping during dry spells due to moisture loss. To help mitigate this, it is suggested to spray the outdoor building with water during extended warm sunshine and shelter it during rain or snow.

Once installed, the timber building requires annual treatment to prevent deterioration and maintain the anti-rot guarantee. Dip-treated buildings need preservative and waterproof treatment. Pressure-treated buildings require waterproof treatment. Log cabins, supplied untreated, need both preservative and waterproofing treatment.

Building a Base:

• Choose a location with access to all sides for maintenance.
• Ensure the base is level and built on firm ground to prevent distortion.
• The base should be slightly smaller than the building's external measurements, allowing cladding to overlap for water runoff.
• The floor should be at least 25mm above the surrounding ground level to avoid flooding.

Types of Base:

• Concrete: 75mm concrete laid on 75mm hard-core.
• Slabs: Laid on 50mm of sharp sand.

Tools Required (not supplied): Phillips screwdriver, Stanley knife, wood saw, step ladder, drill with 2mm bit.

Safety: Ensure a clean, dry area for assembly. For ease of assembly, pilot drill all screw holes. Wear gloves when handling rough sawn timber to avoid splinters. For pressure-treated wood, always wear gloves, eye protection, and a dust mask. Never burn sawdust or scraps from pressure-treated wood; dispose of them in a landfill.

Mercia Garden Products Limited cannot accept responsibility for safety during erection or use.

For assistance, contact customer care on: 01636 880514.

Mercia Garden Products Limited, Sutton On Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG23 6QN. Website: www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk

Product Details

Model: ESDXL21PT040

Description: 3x6 Palletised Bike Store

Overall Dimensions: Length = 1952mm, Width = 979mm, Height = 1230mm

Base Dimensions: Length = 1900mm, Width = 920mm

Origin: MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN

Please ensure you have a suitable base ready before assembly.

Parts List

Nail Bag Contents:

• 50mm Screw x42
• 30mm Screw x84
• 30mm Black Screw x4
• 20mm Screw x4
• Felt Tacks x60

Components:

• Front Panel QTY 1 (AI-01PBSFS765X1186-V1)
• Right Gable QTY 1 (AI-01PBSRG925X1188-V1)
• Left Gable QTY 1 (AI-01PBSLG925X1188-V1)
• Back Panel QTY 2 (AI-01PBSBP925X1096-V1)
• Floor QTY 2 (AI-01PBSF950X920-V1)
• Door QTY 2 (AI-01PBSD525X1110-V1)
• Roof QTY 2 (PI-03-0322)
• Roof Support - 28x28x871mm QTY 1 (F2828-871MM)
• Door Frame - 28x28x1085mm QTY 2 (PI-17-0264)
• Door Side Frame - 28x28x1118mm QTY 1 (PI-17-0257)
• Eaves Frame - 28x28x969mm QTY 2 (F2828-969MM)
• Trim - 45x7x1178mm QTY 11 (OVLPR745-1178MM)
• Door Side Trim - 28x7x1138mm QTY 1 (OVLPR728-1138MM)
• Butt Hinge QTY 4 (PI-07-0066)
• "L" Bracket QTY 1 (PI-07-0012)
• Turn Button QTY 3 (PI-07-0034)
• Felt (Felt Size: 2050mm)

Assembly Instructions

Step 1: Floor Assembly

Action: Place the two floor panels onto a firm and level base, upside down. Secure the floors together using 3x50mm screws, fixing in an alternating pattern as shown in the illustration. Once fitted, turn the floor assembly the right way up.

Note: Ensure the base has suitable drainage and is free from areas where standing water can collect.

Parts/Hardware Used: 3x50mm Screws.

Step 2: Back and Right Gable Assembly

Action: Place the back panels (2) and the right gable panel (3) onto the floor assembly. Secure them in place using 6x50mm screws. Do not secure to the floor until the roof is fixed.

Parts/Hardware Used: 6x50mm Screws.

Step 3: Front and Left Gable Assembly

Action: Following the same method as Step 2, place the front panel (1) and the left gable panel (4) onto the floor assembly. Secure them in place using 6x50mm screws. Do not secure to the floor until the roof is fixed.

Note: The door opening can be positioned at either side of the building depending on your needs and preferences.

Parts/Hardware Used: 6x50mm Screws.

Step 4: Door Frame Installation

Action: Place the first door frame (9) between the gable panel and the front panel. Secure it in place using 3x50mm screws. Ensure screws go through the framing into the floor bearers.

Parts/Hardware Used: 3x50mm Screws.

Note: The door opening can be positioned at either side of the building depending on your needs and preferences.

Step 5: Door Side Rail Attachment

Action: Attach the door side rail (10) to the front panel using 3x50mm screws. Ensure the door side rail sits on top of the bottom framing.

Parts/Hardware Used: 3x50mm Screws.

Note: The door opening can be positioned at either side of the building depending on your needs and preferences.

Step 6: "L" Bracket and Rail Assembly

Action (a): Using 2x20mm screws, fix the "L" bracket (16) to one end of the remaining door frame (9).

Action (b): Place the assembled rail (10) onto the side door rail and secure through the top using 1x50mm screw. Also, secure it to the gable panel (through the "L" bracket) using 2x30mm screws.

Parts/Hardware Used: 2x20mm Screws, 1x50mm Screw, 2x30mm Screws.

Step 7: Roof Support Installation

Action: Place the roof support bar (8) centrally in the building. Secure it into place with 2x50mm screws, fixing through the top rail and the back panel.

Parts/Hardware Used: 2x50mm Screws.

Step 8: Trim Attachment

Action: Fix the large trims (12) to the gable side and the bottom of the door opening, securing with 3x30mm screws per trim. Attach the small door side trim (13) to the door side rail with 3x30mm screws. Measure and cut trims to fit as needed.

Parts/Hardware Used: 9x30mm Screws (for large trims), 3x30mm Screws (for small trim).

Step 9: Door Hinge and Hanging

Action: Attach 2x butt hinges (14) to each door, securing at the edge with 3x30mm screws per hinge. Align each door into the door gap and secure at either side using 3x30mm screws per hinge.

Parts/Hardware Used: 24x30mm Screws (total for hinges and door securing).

Step 10: Eaves Frame and Roof Sheet Attachment

Action (a): Secure 1x eaves frame (11) to each roof sheet (7), flush to the edge, using 3x30mm screws.

Action (b): Rest the assembled roof sections on top of the building and fix into place with 8x30mm screws per roof section.

Parts/Hardware Used: 22x30mm Screws (total for eaves frames and roof sheets).

Step 11: Securing Building to Floor

Action: Once the roof is fixed, secure the building to the floor using 15x50mm screws. Ensure screws go through the framing into the floor bearers.

Parts/Hardware Used: 15x50mm Screws.

Step 12: Felt Application

Action: Cut the felt (17) to length and lay it onto the roof. Ensure approximately 50mm of overhang around the building. Fix the felt into place using 60x felt tacks at 100mm intervals.

Parts/Hardware Used: 60x Felt Tacks.

Visual Aid: A diagram shows handling the felt with care, with a 'no' symbol (❌) over incorrect handling and a 'yes' symbol (✔️) over correct handling.

Step 13: Corner and Back Trim Installation

Action: Fix the trims (12) to each corner of the building and across the joint at the back, securing each trim into place with 3x30mm screws. Measure and cut trims to fit as needed.

Parts/Hardware Used: 12x30mm Screws.

Step 14: Top Trim and Turn Button Installation

Action (a): Attach a turn button (15) to the top and bottom of one door, depending on which door you wish to be the locking door, using 1x30mm black screw per turn button.

Action (b): Fix the last turn button (15) to the front of the "locking door" with 1x30mm black screw.

Action (c): Fix the remaining trims (12) around the top of the building, ensuring they trap the felt in between. Secure each trim in place with 3x30mm screws. Measure and cut trims to fit as needed.

Parts/Hardware Used: 2x30mm Black Screws (for turn buttons), 12x30mm Screws (for top trims).

Final Reminder: It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood treatment immediately after the building has been assembled.