Arrow Storage Products VDGY86 User manual

Model No. VDGY86
Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions
ADK01
721530915
Exterior Dimensions Interior Dimensions Door
*Approx. Base (Roof Edge to Roof Edge) (Wall to Wall) Opening
Size Size Width Depth Height Width Depth Height Width Height
8' x 6' 97 1/2" x 68 3/4" 99 3/4" 71 1/4" 79 1/8" 94 3/4" 66" 77 7/8" 43 1/2" 69 1/4"
Storage Area: 43 Sq. Ft. 271 Cu. Ft.
4,0 m27,7 m3
BUILDING DIMENSIONS * Size rounded off to the nearest foot
2,4 m x 1,7 m 247,7 cm x 174,6 cm 253,4 cm 181,0 cm 201,0 cm 240,7 cm 167,6 cm 197,8 cm 110,5 cm 175,9 cm
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.
Missing Parts, Questions on Assembly?
Call: 1-800-851-1085 or assist@arrow-
sheds.com
Do not return to dealer, they are not
equipped to handle your requests.

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 successful results.
Flooring and Anchoring: Your storage building must be anchored to prevent wind
damage. A base is necessary to construct a square and level building. Anchoring and
base 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 at your local dealer, Arrow's website
arrowsheds.com or call Arrow's Customer Service department 1-800-851-1085) or you
may construct a base 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 page.
•If you fi nd that a part is missing, include the model number of your building and contact:
Arrow Shed, LLC Customer Service Department
1101 North 4th Street Breese, Illinois 62230
•Separate contents of the carton by the part number while reviewing parts list. The fi rst 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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1-800-851-1085 or [email protected]

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.
•Allowenoughworkingspaceforeaseofmovingpartsintopositionduringassembly. Besurethere
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 fi rst steps in assembling your parts, a base 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 base you
wish to use in order to form a complete list of the materials you will need.
Base 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
attachment can speed assembly by
as much as 40%.
PLAN AHEAD....
A04

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
building.
•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 or assist@
arrowsheds.com
•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 diffi cult and unsafe.
SAFETY FIRST....
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safety edge
safety edge
sharp edge
sharp edge

Finish: For long lasting fi nish, 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. Contact Arrow as outlined on the Ordering Accessories page
to place an order.
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 infi ltration 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 fl oor 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.
Keep this Owner's Manual and Assembly Instructions for future reference.
CARE & MAINTENANCE....
A06
Do not store swimming pool chemicals in your building. Combustibles and
corrosives must be stored in air tight approved containers.

ACCESSORIES....
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* Some drilling required to fi t buildings without mid-wall bracing.
Model No. SS404
• Makes 8" to 12" (20,3-30,5 cm)
wide shelves in any length.
• Brackets, braces,
hardware included.
Lumber is not included.
Model No. SS900-B
• Grey color
• 3 shelves
• Holds up to 85 lbs. (38 kg)
(even weight distribution)
Heavy-duty, galvanized steel shelf units help organize storage
space. They easily mount on the wall or sit on the fl oor. Fits all
Arrow buildings.*
SHELF UNITS
ATTIC KIT / WORKBENCH KIT
Model No. AT101
Heavy-duty galvanized steel bars that
fi t all 10' (3,0 m) 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.
(113 kg) evenly distributed.
Some drilling required to fi t buildings without mid-wall bracing.
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 fi t over the fl oor
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" (64,8 cm) steel channels
plus fi ve 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.
ANCHOR KITS
Model No. AK4
Anchor Kit contains heavy-duty steel
augers, 60' (18 m) 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' (3,0 m x 2,6 m), use 2 kits.
FLOOR FRAME KITS
MODELS FB47410, FB5465, FB106-A
FB109-A and FB1014-A
A simple new fl oor frame system made of heavy-duty, hot-dipped
galvanized steel. Use as base 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.
BEFORE AFTER

We recommend that you purchase accessory items from your local storage building dealer whenever possible;
however, because the full line of accessories is not always available from all dealers, Arrow is offering them
to you on a direct basis.
There are two ways to order Arrow Storage Building Accessories:
SPECIAL NOTE:
If your accessory is shipped via truck line a day time phone number is required to arrange delivery. If no
one is available to sign for the delivery, you may be subject to a re-delivery charge assessed by the carrier.
ORDERING ACCESSORIES....
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Option 1
Accessories can be purchased
through
arrowsheds.com
Option 2
Order accessories by telephone
using your MasterCard or Visa credit card.
Call toll free 1-800-851-1085
(Customer Service).
Allow 2 weeks for delivery.

The Base For Your Building
FRONT
(DOOR)
FRONT
(DOOR)
Base
B09
Note: Finished Slab dimensions, with lumber removed.
No matter which of the options below you choose for a base, an ARROW ANCHORING KIT is
recommended as an effective method of properly securing your building after assembly is complete.
OPTION 1: Directly on ground (earth)
Assemble your building directly on level ground (grass, dirt, rock, sand, etc.). If you choose this option Arrow has a simple kit available to
provide a fl oor inside the shed to keep stored items off the ground. This kit can be used to support a plywood fl oor (wood not included)
or be fi lled with sand/rock to provide a solid surface. (Order No. FB106-A or 68381-A)
Allow 1 - 2 hours for construction.
OPTION 2: Wood Platform
If you decide to build your own base, be sure to select the appropriate materials.
These are the recommended materials for your base:
2 x 4's (38 mm x 89 mm) Pressure Treated Lumber
5/8" (15,5 mm) 4 x 8 (1220 mm x 2440 mm) Plywood-exterior grade NOTE: Pressure Treated Lumber must not be used where it
will make contact with your storage building. The properties of Pressure Treated Lumber will cause accelerated corrosion.
If Pressure Treated Lumber comes in contact with your storage building your warranty will be voided.
10 & 4 penny Galvanized Nails Concrete Blocks (optional)
The platform should be level and fl at (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 base follow instructions and diagram.
Construct frame (using 10 penny galvanized nails)
Measure 16"/24" (40,6 cm/61,0 cm) 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 4" (10,2 cm) thick. It must be level and fl at to provide good support for the frame.
The following are the recommended materials for your base.
1 x 4's (19 mm x 89 mm) (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 Base
1. Dig a square, 6" (15,2 cm) deep into the ground (remove grass).
2. Fill up to 4" (10,2 cm) in the square with gravel and tamp fi rm.
3. Cover gravel with a sheet of 6 mil plastic.
4. Construct a wood frame using four planks of 1x4 (19 mm x 89 mm)
lumber.
5. Pour in concrete to fi ll in the hole and the frame giving a
total of 4" (10,2 cm) 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" (1,4 cm) beyond fl oor
frame on all four sides. Seal this 9/16" (1,4 cm) of wood with a
roofi ng cement (not included), or bevel this 9/16" (1,4 cm) of
concrete when pouring, for good water drainage.
97 1/2"
247,7 cm
16"/24"
40,6 cm/61,0 cm
68 3/4"
174,6 cm
9
68 3/4"
174,6 cm
97 1/2"
247,7 cm

It is important that the entire fl oor 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 base.
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" (6 mm x 51 mm) Lag Screws.
2. For Anchor Post of Concrete poured after building is
erected: Use 1/4" x 6" (6 mm x 152 mm) 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.
Anchoring into Wood/Post:
Use 1/4" (6 mm) Wood Screws. There are 1/4" (6 mm)
dia. holes provided in the frames for proper anchoring.
OVER THE BEAMS
AND INTO THE GROUND
1. 2.
1. 2.
10

Remove from bag of screws
and save for the last step
67293
Weather Stripping (1)
66382
Lower Door Guide (4)
66183
Roof Trim Cap
(2 right & 2 left)
67468 Peak Cap (2)
(Arrow Logo)
66045
Handle (2)
66646
Washer (186)
(5 sheets of 40)
65004
#8Ax5/16" (8 mm)
Screw (276)
65923
#8-32x3/8" (10 mm)
Bolt (99)
65900A
#10Bx1/2" (13 mm)
Black Screw (8)
(Packed with Screws)
65103
#8-32 Hex Nut (109)
Hardware
W11 ctr
6228
Track Support (2)
65109
#8-32 Acorn Nut (12)
(Packed with Screws)
7916
Roof Beam Bracket (4)
66769
Door Slide (4)
65958
#8-32x7/8" (22 mm)
Bolt (10)
(Packed with Screws)
65020
Door Washer (10)
(Packed with Screws)
11

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Parts List
ADK12
Assembly Part Part Quantity Check
Key No. Number Description in Carton List
1 8941 Ramp 1
2 9379 Front Floor Frame 2
3 9377 Rear Floor Frame 2
4 9336 Right Rear Wall Angle 1
5 9378 Door Track 2
6 6617 Door Track Splice 1
7 9337 Left Rear Wall Angle 1
8 7907 Left Gable 2
9 7906 Right Gable 2
10 8946 Side Floor Frame 2
11 5288 Corner Post 4
12 9342 Side Wall Angle 2
13 5287 Splice Post 1
14 7311 Door Jamb 2
15 9344 Siding Stud 6
16 8719 Side Siding 6
17 6658 Gable Brace 2
18 9345 Rear Siding 6
19 9746 Front Siding 6
20 8474 Roof Beam 3
21 8476 Roof Angle 1
22 8466 Right Roof Panel 2
23 7875 Roof Panel 4
24 8467 Left Roof Panel 2
25 8461 Ridge Cap 1
26 8482 Side Roof Trim 2
27 10486 Right Door 1
28 10486 Left Door 1
29 10503 Horizontal Door Brace 4
30 67725 Foam Board 2
31 8641 Vertical Door Brace 2
32 69836 Edge Trim (Purple) 4

Assembly by Key No.
W13 ctr
13
31
31

The front fl oor frame is made up of
three pieces. The rear fl oor frame is
made up of two pieces. The holes
in these pieces will align when the
pieces are positioned with correct
amount of overlap. The illustrations
below show the proper overall length
for the front and rear. Proceed as
follows:
1 Place the front fl oor frames as
shown. Center the ramp, with drain
holes facing outside, on top of the two
front fl oor frames. Join the frames by
inserting eight screws.
2 Overlap the rear fl oor frames as
shown. The holes in these pieces will
align when the pieces are positioned
with correct amount of overlap. See
the illustrations below for the proper
overall length of the rear fl oor frame.
Join the frames by inserting fi ve bolts
into frame set as shown.
3 Double check the length of each
and set these pieces aside for later
use.
Step 1
B14 ctr
Parts Needed For 
Floor Frame Assemblies
8941 Ramp (1)
9379 Front Floor Frame (2)
9377 Rear Floor Frame (2)
9379
STEP
18941
Front Floor
Frame Assembly
95 7/8" 243,5 cm
STEP
2
9379
9377
Rear Floor Frame
95 7/8" 243,5 cm
9377
95 7/8" 243,5 cm Front
95 7/8" 243,5 cm Rear
STEP
3
9377
9379
8941
9379
DRAIN HOLES FACE
OUTSIDE
(8) (5)
14

Step 2
W15 ctr
Parts Needed For 
Frame Assembly
The main frame pieces reinforce the
walls. This piece will later be installed
at the top edge of the rear wall. Pro-
ceed as follows:
1 Overlap the right and left rear
wall angle pieces as shown in the
fi gure and fasten them together with
one bolt in the center hole.
2 Set the assembly aside. You will
use it later.
9336 Right Rear Wall Angle (1)
9337 Left Rear Wall Angle (1)
STEP
1
2"
5,1 cm
9336 Right
9337 Left
Rear Wall Angle
94 5/8" 240,3 cm
2"
5,1 cm
(1)
15

Step 3
B16 ctr
Parts Needed For 
Roof Beam Assembly
8474 Roof Beam (1)
8476 Side Wall Angle (1)
The roof beams join the two gables
and support the roof panels. The main
roof beam is made up of two pieces
fastened together.
1 Place the side wall angle, back-
to-back, with a roof beam and fasten
together using ten screws.
2 Set this piece aside for later use.
Assembled
8476 Side Wall Angle
8474 Roof Beam
Main Roof Beam
STEP
1
(10)
16

NOTE:
Door Track Splice (painted part)
Step 4
B17 ctr
Parts Needed For 
Door Track Assembly
6617 Door Track Splice (1)
9378 Door Track (2)
The door track assembly supports the
sliding doors and reinforces the front
wall. It is made up of three pieces.
1 Using the door track splice,
(painted), join the door track
(galvanized) pieces end-to-end as
shown.
2 Insert four screws from the
underside only.
Hint: The holes in the top side of the
door track assembly are for fastening
the gable to the top of the front wall
in a later step.
3 Position door slides onto the legs,
from the end of door track assembly,
as shown in the end view.
4 Set this piece aside for later use.
66769
STEP
3
94 5/8" 240,3 cm
STEP
4
STEP
1
9378
STEP
2
6617
9378
Long Leg
on Top
Short Leg
on Bottom
9378
9378
6617
66769
94 5/8"
240,3 cm
94 5/8"
240,3 cm
(4)
17
CORRECT INCORRECT
Long Leg on top.
Door Slide
END VIEW

Front Floor Assembly (1)
8946 Side Floor Frame (2)
Rear Floor Assembly (1)
Parts Needed For 
Floor Frame
Step 5
B18 ctr
The fl oor frame must be square
and level or holes will not align.
1Assemble the four corners of the
fl oor 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 fl oor frame diagonally.
When the diagonal measurements
are equal, the fl oor frame is square.
NOTE
If using a wood platform or
concrete slab do not fasten the
fl oor frames to your base at this
time. You will anchor the building
after it is erected.
STEP
19377
RIGHT
REAR
8946
8946
Level
RIGHT
FRONT
9379
STEP
2
When Diagonal Measurements
are Equal the Floor Frame
is Square.
FRONT
8946
8946
(8) (2)
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1 Position corner posts at the corner
of the fl oor frame as shown. Fasten
the corner post to the fl oor frame with
two screws.
Support the corner posts with stakes
or other devices until door jambs are
attached.
2 Fasten the door track assembly
(holes on top) behind the top of the
front corner posts using 1 screw in
each corner. See the fi gure.
3 Fasten the rear wall angle as-
sembly behind the top of the rear
posts using 2 screws in each post.
5288 Corner Post (4)
Door Track Assembly (1)
Rear Wall Angle Assembly (1)
9342 Side Wall Angle (2)
Step 6
W19 ctr
Parts Needed For 
Posts/Top Frames
NOTE
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
complete the assembly today. A partially
assembled building can be severely
damaged by light winds.
The top frame pieces give rigidity to
the side walls and provide a surface
for attaching the gables which sup-
port the roof.
4 Fasten the side wall angles be-
hind the top of the side posts using
2 screws in each corner. Side wall
angles overlap rear wall angle in
corners.
The fl oor frame must be square
and level or holes will not align.
STEP
1
5288
STEP
3
STEP
2
STEP
4
5288
5288
5288
Short Leg
on Top
REAR
FRONT
SIDE
SIDE
9342
9378
Wall Angles
Must Face
Inside
Building Rear Wall
Angle Assembly
Long Leg
On Top
Short Leg
on Bottom
Left
Opening
Facing In
FRONT
Right
Door Track Assembly
9342
TOP VIEW
(22)
19

The door jambs reinforce the door
opening and provide an attractive
trim. The splice post supports the
rear wall.
1 Position splice post at the center
of the rear wall and fasten using 4
bolts and nuts into rear wall angle
and 2 screws into rear fl oor frame.
Hint: Measure or count holes to
determine if post is centered on rear.
2 Fasten the top of the door jambs
to the door track with two screws. Do
the same for the bottom into frame.
There must be a 7/8" ( 2,2 cm) gap
between end of ramp and edge of
door jamb. Notched edge faces
toward center of building. Fasten
middle hole on inside edge of door
jamb with a bolt inside building and
a hex nut with an acorn nut outside,
as shown.
5287 Splice Post (1)
7311 Door Jamb (2)
Parts Needed For 
Splice Post/Door Jamb
Step 7
W20 ctr
5287
1
STEP
STEP
2
NOTCHED EDGE
MUST FACE CENTER
OF BUILDING
FRONT
Bolt
3/8" (10 mm)
Hex Nut
FRONT
Washer
7311
7311
Acorn Nut
(6) (4) (2)
(4)
7/8" (2,2 cm) Gap
20