Arrow Group Industries BW54-A Use and care manual

* Size rounded off to the nearest foot
BUILDING DIMENSIONS
CAUTION: SOME PARTS HAVE SHARP EDGES. CARE
MUST BE TAKEN WHEN HANDLING THE VARIOUS PIECES
TO AVOID A MISHAP. FOR SAFETY SAKE, PLEASE READ
SAFETY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE BEGINNING CONSTRUCTION. WEAR GLOVES
WHEN HANDLING METAL PARTS.
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Model No. BW54-A BWG54 BWW54
YL54 YL54M
Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions
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Exterior Dimensions Interior Dimensions Door
*Approx. Foundation Storage Area (Roof Edge to Roof Edge) (Wall to Wall) Opening
Size Size Sq. Ft. Cu. Ft. Width Depth Height Width Depth Height Width Height
5' x 4' 57" x 45 7/8" 16 93 59 1/2" 48" 70 3/4" 54 1/4" 43 1/8" 69 1/2" 22 1/4" 65"
1,4m x 1,1m 145cm x 117cm 1,5m22,6m3151cm 122cm 180cm 138cm 110cm 177cm 57cm 165cm

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Owner's Manual
Before beginning construction, check local building codes regarding footings, location
and other requirements. Study and understand this owner's manual.
Important information and helpful tips will make your construction easier and more
enjoyable.
Assembly Instructions: Instructions are supplied in this manual and contain all
appropriate information for your building model. Review all instructions before you begin,
and during assembly, follow the step sequence carefully for correct results.
Foundation and Anchoring:Your storage building must be anchored to prevent wind
damage. A foundation is also necessary as a base in order to construct a square and level
building. Anchoring and foundation materials are not included with your building. We
recommend the combined use of an Arrow Floor Frame Kit and an Arrow Anchoring
Kit as an effective method of securing your building to the ground (Available by mail order
or at your local dealer) or you may construct a foundation and anchoring system of your
choice. Your assembly instructions provide information on a few methods commonly used
to secure and level a storage building.
Parts and Parts List: Check to be sure that you have all the necessary parts for your
building.
•All part numbers can be found on the parts. All of these numbers (before the -) must agree with the
numbers on the parts list. The parts list is located on page 12.
•If you find that a part is missing, include the model number of your building and contact:
Arrow Group Industries, Inc. Customer Service Department
Route 50 East Breese, Illinois 62230
1-800-851-1085
•Separate contents of the carton by the part number while reviewing parts list. The first few steps
show how to join related parts to make larger sub assemblies which will be used later.
•Familiarize yourself with the hardware and fasteners for easier use during construction. These are
packaged within the carton. Note that extra fasteners have been supplied for your convenience.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN....
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Selecting and Preparing Your Site: Before assembly, you will want to decide on
a location for your building. The best location is a level area with good drainage.
•Allow enough working space for ease of moving parts into position during assembly. Be sure there
will be enough space at entrance for doors to open fully and enough space around the building to
be able to fasten the panel screws from the outside.
•Before you begin the first steps in assembling your parts, a foundation should be constructed and
an anchoring system should be ready to use.
Watch the Weather: Be sure the day you select to install your building is dry and calm.
Do not attempt to assemble your building on a windy day. Be careful on wet or muddy ground.
Teamwork: Whenever possible, two or more people should work together to assemble
your building. One person can position parts or panels while the other is able to handle the
fasteners and the tools.
Tools and Materials: These are some basic tools and materials you will need for the
construction of your building. Decide which method of anchoring and the type of foundation
you wish to use in order to form a complete list of the materials you will need.
Foundation Preparation
• Hammer and Nails
• Spade or Shovel
• Hand Saw / Power Saw
• Lumber and/or Concrete
Optional Time-Savers
• Wrench / Nut Driver
• Electric / Cordless Drill
• Square
• String (for squaring frame)
Required
• Work Gloves
• Step Ladder
• Utility Knife / Scissors
• Pliers
• Carpenter's Level
• Tape Measure
Required
• Eye Goggles
• No. 2 Phillips Screwdriver
(With Hardened Magnetic Tip)
Note: A power screwdriver or vari-
able speed drill with Phillips-tip at-
tachment can speed assembly by
as much as 40%.
PLAN AHEAD....
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Safety precautions are important to follow throughout the construction of your building.
•Care must be taken when handling various
pieces of your building since some contain
sharp edges. Please wear work gloves, eye
protection and long sleeves when assembling
or performing any maintenance on your build-
ing.
•Practice caution with the tools being used in the
assembly of this building. Be familiar with the
operation of all power tools.
•Never concentrate your total weight on the
roof of the building. When using a step ladder
make sure that it is fully open and on even
ground before climbing on it.
•Keep children and pets away from worksite to
avoid distractions and any accidents which
may occur.
•Do not attempt to assemble the building if parts
are missing because any building left partially
assembled may be seriously damaged by light
winds. Call 1-800-851-1085
•Do not attempt to assemble the building on a
windy day, because the large panels acting as a
"sail", can be whipped about by the wind making
construction difficult and unsafe.
SAFETY FIRST....
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safety edge
safety edge
sharp edge
sharp edge

Finish: For long lasting finish, periodically clean and wax the exterior surface. Touch-
up scratches as soon as you notice them on your unit. Immediately clean the area with
a wire brush; wash it and apply touch-up paint per manufacturer's recommendation.
Roof: Keep roof clear of leaves and snow with long handled, soft-bristled broom. Heavy
amounts of snow on roof can damage building making it unsafe to enter. In snow country,
Roof Strengthening Kits are available for most Arrow Buildings for added protection
against heavy snow accumulation.
Doors: Always keep the door tracks clear of dirt and other debris that prevent them from
sliding easily. Lubricate door track annually with furniture polish or silicone spray. Keep
doors closed and locked to prevent wind damage.
Fasteners: Use all washers supplied to protect against weather infiltration and to protect
the metal from being scratched by screws. Regularly check your building for loose screws,
bolts, nuts, etc. and retighten them as necessary.
Moisture: A plastic sheet (vapor barrier) placed under the entire floor area with good
ventilation will reduce condensation.
Other Tips....
• Wash off inked part numbers on coated panels with soap and water.
• Silicone caulking may be used for watertight seals throughout the building.
Do not store swimming pool chemicals in your building. Combustibles and
corrosives must be stored in air tight approved containers.
Keep this Owner's Manual and Assembly Instructions for future reference.
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CARE & MAINTENANCE....
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ACCESSORIES....
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* Some drilling required to fit buildings without mid-wall bracing.
Model No. SS404
• Makes 8" to 12" (20-30cm)
wide shelves in any length.
• Brackets, braces,
hardware included.
Lumber is not included.
Model No. SS900-A
• Grey color
• 3 shelves
• Holds up to 85 lbs. (38kg)
(even weight distribution)
Heavy-duty, galvanized steel shelf units help organize storage
space. They easily mount on the wall or sit on the floor. Fits all
Arrow buildings.*
SHELF UNITS
Must be drilled for use as workbench in Estator.
+ Even weight distribution.
10' Long, 250 lb. (113kg) load+
Fits all Arrow 10' wide buildings.
16 lbs. (7kg)
AT101
Model No. Fits Shipping Weight
ATTIC KIT / WORKBENCH KIT
Heavy-duty galvanized steel bars that
fit all 10' wide Arrow buildings. They
install quickly and easily to help
organize space and create more
useable space as an attic or
workbench. Will hold up to 250 lbs.
(113kg) evenly distributed.
Model No. AK100
New concrete anchor system permits
anchoring any size Arrow building
directly to a concrete slab. Each kit
contains heavy-duty, hot-dipped
galvanized steel corner gussets and
perimeter clips which fit over the floor
frame and lag bolt into a concrete slab.
Full assembly instructions and a 1/4"
masonary drill bit are included.
TOOL HANGING RACK
Model No. TH100
The perfect tool organizer. Twin
25 1/2" (65cm) steel channels
plus five heavy-duty snap-in
hangers and a small tool holder for
screwdrivers, pliers, etc. Holders
slide along channel for fully
adjustable spacing. Great for
garage, basement, or the back
of any door. Fits all Arrow
storage buildings.
ROOF STRENGTHENING
(heavy snow load) KITS
Extra roof beams and gable braces
designed for added protection against
heavy snow accumulation. Increases
the strength of your roof by 50%.
ANCHOR KITS
Model No. AK4
Anchor Kit contains heavy-duty steel
augers, 60' (18m) of steel cable and 4 cable
clamps. No digging or concrete
pouring, just insert cable under roof,
over roof beams, into augers and twist
augers into the ground. For buildings
larger than 10'x9', use 2 kits.
FLOOR FRAME KITS
MODELS FB47410, FB5465, FB106-A
FB109-A and FB1014-A
A simple new floor frame system made of heavy-duty, hot-dipped
galvanized steel. Use as foundation for plywood, sand or stone.
Model No. AK600
Earth Anchor Kit anchors any size
Arrow building to the ground.
Each kit contains heavy duty,
hot-dipped galvanized steel
corner gussets and 4 earth anchors.

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The Foundation For Your Building
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FRONT
(DOOR)
FRONT
(DOOR)
Foundation
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Note: Finished Slab dimensions, with lumber removed.
OPTION 1: ARROW FLOOR FRAME KIT: (Order No. FB5465)
Arrow has the best base for your building in this simple kit. It keeps stored items above the ground. This kit should be used with one
of the following:
A. To support a plywood deck B. To be filled with sand. We recommend the combined use of
1. an ARROW FLOOR FRAME KIT and 2. an ARROW ANCHORING KIT as an effective method of securing the building to the ground.
Allow 1 - 2 hours for construction.
OPTION 2: Wood Platform
If you decide to build your own foundation, be sure to select the appropriate materials.
These are the recommended materials for your foundation:
●2 x 4's (5cm x 10cm) Pressure Treated Lumber ●5/8" (1,5cm) 4 x 8 (122cm x 244cm) Plywood-exterior grade
●10 & 4 penny Galvanized Nails ●Concrete Blocks (optional)
The platform should be level and flat (free of bumps, ridges etc.)
to provide good support for the building. The necessary materials
may be obtained from your local lumber yard.
To construct the foundation follow instructions and diagram.
Construct frame (using 10 penny galvanized nails)
Measure 16"/24" (40,6cm/61cm) sections to construct
inside frame (see diagram)
Secure plywood to frame (using 4 penny galvanized nails)
Allow 6 - 7 hours for construction.
OPTION 3: Concrete Slab
The slab should be at least 3" to 4" (8-10cm) thick. It must be level and flat to provide good support for the frame.
The following are the recommended materials for your foundation.
●1 x 4's (2,5cm x 10cm) (will be removed once the concrete cures)
●Concrete ●Sheet of 6 mil plastic
●We recommend for a proper strength concrete to use a mix of:
1 part cement ●3 parts pea sized gravel ●2 1/2 parts clean sand
Prepare the Site/Construct a Foundation
1. Dig a square, 6" (15cm) deep into the ground (remove grass).
2. Fill up to 4" (10cm) in the square with gravel and tamp firm.
3. Cover gravel with a sheet of 6 mil plastic.
4. Construct a wood frame using four planks of 1x4 (2,5cm x 10cm)
lumber.
5. Pour in concrete to fill in the hole and the frame giving a
total of 4" (8-10cm) thick concrete. Be sure surface is level.
Allow 3 - 5 hours for construction and a week for concrete curing time.
Note: Platform/Slab will extend 9/16" (1,4cm) beyond floor
frame on all four sides. Seal this 9/16" of wood with a
roofing cement (not included), or bevel this 9/16" of
concrete when pouring, for good water drainage.
57"
1,45m
16"/24"
40,6cm/61cm
45 7/8"
1,17m
57"
1,45m
45 7/8"
1,17m

It is important that the entire floor frame be anchored after the building is erected.
Below are recommended ways of anchoring.
Anchoring Down The Building
Anchoring
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Arrow Anchoring Kit: (Model No. AK100 or 68383)
Recommended for use with the concrete foundation.
Contains: Corner gussets, perimeter clips, hardware,
1/4" masonary drill bit and installation instruction.
Anchoring into Concrete:
1. For poured concrete slab or footing or patio blocks:
Use 1/4" x 2" Lag Screws.
2. For Anchor Post of Concrete poured after building is
erected: Use 1/4" x 6" Lag Screws.
Arrow Anchoring Kit: (Model No. AK4 or 60298)
Recommended for use with any suggested base.
Contains: 4 Anchors with Cable, Clamps and
installation instruction.
AnchoringintoWood/Post:
Use 1/4" Wood Screws. There are 1/4" (0,63cm) dia.
holes provided in the frames for proper anchoring.
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OVER THE BEAMS
AND INTO THE GROUND
1. 2.
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Remove from bag of screws
and save for the last step
66029
Plug (1)
(Packed with Screws)
7972
Door Handle Lock Bracket (1)
66382
Lower Door Guide (2)
66183
Roof Trim Cap
(2 right & 2 left)
66082
Corner Cap (2)
66260
Handle (1)
66646
Washer (137)
(4 sheets of 40)
65109
#8-32 Acorn Nut (3)
(Packed with Screws)
66098
Plastic Spacer (2)
(Packed with Screws)
65004
#8Ax5/16" Screw (121)
65923
#8-32x3/8" Bolt (31)
65900A
#10Bx1/2" Black Screw (4)
(Packed with Screws)
65103
#8-32 Hex Nut (31)
Hardware
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67236
Adhesive Pad (2)
65914
#6Ax 7/8" Screw (2)
(Packed with Screws)
66769
Door Slide (2)

Parts List
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Assembly Part Part Quantity Check
Key No. Number Description in Carton List
1 3719 Door Handle Brace 1
2 6300 Vertical Door Brace 1
3 6627 Wall Panel 1
4 6633 Corner Panel 2
5 7044 Corner Panel 2
6 10500 Horizontal Door Brace 2
7 10473 Door 1
8 7461 Rear Wall Angle 1
9 7464 Right Roof Panel 1
10 7465 Left Roof Panel 1
11 7532 Right Gable 1
12 7533 Left Gable 1
13 7534 Roof Trim 2
14 7660 Roof Beam 1
15 7661 Header 1
16 9698 Door Jamb 1
17 9918 Rear Wall Channel 1
18 9919 Side Wall Channel 2
19 8971 Side Floor Frame 2
20 8972 Rear Floor Frame 1
21 9370 Door Jamb 1
22 9456 Front Wall Panel 1
23 9457 Door Track 1
24 9458 Front Floor Frame 1

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Assembly by Key No.
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The door track/header assembly sup-
ports the sliding door and reinforces
the front wall. It is made up of two
pieces.
1 Using the door track, with small
holes on top , join the header, short
leg on top
, as shown using screws.
2 Position door slides onto the legs,
from the end of door track, as shown
in the end view.
3 Set this piece aside for later use.
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Step 1
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●Parts Needed For ●
Door Track/Header Assembly
●●
●●
●9457 Door Track (1)
●●
●●
●7661 Header (1)
STEP
3
STEP
2
STEP
1
7661
9457
END VIEW
Long Leg
on Top
Short Leg
on Bottom
66769

1 Assemble the four corners of the
floor frame using two screws at each
corner as shown. At the front corners
fasten bolts through from the bottom
with nuts on top.
2 Measure the floor frame diago-
nally. When the diagonal measure-
ments are equal, the floor frame is
square.
NOTE
If using a wood platform or
concrete slab do not fasten the
floor frames to your base at this
time. You will anchor the
building after it is erected.
NOTE
If you have purchased a Floor
Frame Kit you need to
install it at this time.
Step 2
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●Parts Needed For ●
Floor Frame
●●
●●
●9458 Front Floor Frame (1)
●●
●●
●8972 Rear Floor Frame (1)
●●
●●
●8971 Side Floor Frame (2)
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The floor frame must be square
and level or holes will not align.
RIGHT
REAR
8972
8971
9458
STEP
2
STEP
1
FRONT
When Diagonal Measurements
are Equal the Floor Frame
is Square
8971
8972
RIGHT
FRONT
8971
9458
8971
Level

1 Position rear corner panels at the
corners of the floor frame as shown.
The widest part of each corner panel
must be placed along side of the build-
ing. Fasten corner panels to the floor
frame using four screws.
Support the corner panel with a step
ladder until overlap is fastened.
2 Attach the front corner panels to
the front corners, as shown. The
crimped rib should go under the rib of
the adjacent panel. Fasten overlap-
ping rib using 2 screws and a bolt with
nut.
NOTE
Be careful to install the correct
panel in each position as shown.
3 Double-check the part numbers of
the corner wall panels, before proceed-
ing.
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The remainder of the building assembly
requires many hours and more than one
person. Do not continue beyond this point
if you do not have enough time to com-
plete the assembly today. A partially
assembled building can be severely
damaged by light winds.
NOTE
Each screw and bolt in the wall re-
quires a washer.
●Parts Needed For ●
Corners
Step 3 ●●
●●
●7044 Corner Wall Panel (2)
●●
●●
●6633 Corner Wall Panel (2)
The floor frame must be square
and level or holes will not align.
FRONT
STEP
TOP VIEW
7044
SIDE
REAR
Narrow
Side
6633 6633
SIDE
WideSide
1
STEP
2
7044
7044
6633
6633
Panels rest on
frame as shown
Crimped Rib
Underneath
Washer
STEP
3
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●●
●●
●7461 Rear Wall Angle (1)
●●
●●
●9918 Rear Wall Channel (1)
●●
●●
●9919 Side Wall Channel (2)
●Parts Needed For ●
Frames
Step 4
The main frame pieces give rigidity to
the side and rear walls and provide a
surface for attaching the gables which
support the roof.
1 Fasten the rear wall angle across
the top of the rear wall using screws.
2 Fasten the rear wall channel
across the middle of the rear wall
using screws.
3 Fasten the side wall channels
across the middle of the side panels
using screws. Fasten overlaps in rear
corners with bolts and nuts.
STEP
7461
3
9918
9919
2
STEP
1
Wall Angle
Must Face
Inside
Building
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STEP
9919
FRONT

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●9456 Front Wall Panel (1)
●●
●●
●Door Track Assembly (1)
●●
●●
●9698 Door Jamb (1)
●●
●●
●9370 Door Jamb (1)
●●
●●
●6627 Wall Panel (1)
●Parts Needed For ●
Panels/Track/Jambs
Step 5
Each wall panel has a crimped rib on
one side. The crimped rib should go
under the rib of the adjacent panel.
The door jambs reinforce the door
opening and provide an attractive
trim.
1 Fasten the front wall panel to the
left front corner, as shown. Fasten
overlapping rib as before.
2 Fasten the door track/header
assembly across the top of the front
wall panel using screws. See the
figure.
3 Fasten the center of the right door
jamb to the right corner panel with a
bolt and nut. Fasten the top of the
jamb to the door track with a 7/8"
screw and a plastic spacer, as shown.
Do the same for the bottom.
4 Fasten a left door jamb to the front
panel with three bolts, nuts and acorn
nuts, as shown. Push a plug into
hole at center of jamb, closest to door
opening. Fasten the top of the jamb
to the door track with two screws. Do
the same for the bottom into frame.
5 Fasten wall panel to the rear of
building, as before.
STEP
9456
3
9370
2
STEP
1
Plastic Spacer
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STEP
9698
Short Leg
on Top
Opening
Facing in
Short Leg
on Bottom
7/8" Screw
Top View
TOP VIEW
Door Track
Bolt Door Track
7/8" Screw
Spacer
TOP VIEW
Door Track
6627
STEP
5
STEP
4
Hex Nut
Acorn Nut
Screw
Screw Screw
TOP VIEW
Door Track
Bolt
Plug
3 Bolts

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●●
●●
●7532 Right Gable (1)
●●
●●
●7533 Left Gable (1)
●●
●●
●7660 Roof Beam (1)
●Parts Needed For ●
Gables/Roof Beam
Step 6
1 Lift and fasten a right and left
gable, overlapping header in front, to
the right and left hand wall with screws.
Join gables to header in the front
corners, using a bolt and nut.
2 Bend tab at each end of roof beam
upward. Position beam across width
of building, down on the ledge of
gables at center hole location.
7533
7660
1
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STEP
2
STEP
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●●
●●
●7464 Right Roof Panel (1)
●●
●●
●7465 Left Roof Panel (1)
●Parts Needed For ●
RoofAssembly
Step 7
Installing the roof panels is best done
with a step ladder. Begin installing
roof panels at the right side of the
building. Each screw and bolt in the
roof requires a washer.
NOTE
Measure the building diagonally
again and make adjustments to
make sure the building is square.
This will make the roof panels fit
better, and holes will align.
1 Locate the roof panels by their
numbers and place them on the
ground alongside the building in their
proper positions.
2 Position a right roof panel at the
right side and fasten to the gable and
header using screws and bolts as
shown. Do not fasten the lower end
of the panels to the rear wall angle
until both panels are in place.
Note: Tab of roof beam is fastened
between roof panel and gable using
the center hole.
3 Install the left roof panel on the left
side in the position shown above.
Fasten at overlap with a bolt.
4 Fasten the lower end of the panels
to the rear wall angle using screws.
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STEP
2
STEP
7465 Left Roof Panel
3
STEP
7464 Right Roof Panel
4
STEP
Bolt
FRONT
Washer
Nut
Gable