Arrow VT1210-A Use and care manual

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Model No. VT1210-A VT1217-A VT1224-A
VT1231-A 697.68608-A
697.68609-A 697.68610-A
697.68611-A
Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions
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*Approx. Foundation Storage Area (Roof Edge to Roof Edge) (Wall to Wall)
Size Size Sq. Ft. Cu. Ft. Width Depth Height Width Depth Height
12'x10' 141 1/8" x 111 3/4" 110 801 146 1/8" 117" 103 1/4" 141 1/8" 111 3/4" 102"
12'x17' 141 1/8" x 198" 194 1419 146 1/8" 203 1/4" 103 1/4" 141 1/8" 198" 102"
12'x24' 141 1/8" x 284 1/4" 278 2037 146 1/8" 289 1/2" 103 1/4" 141 1/8" 284 1/4" 102"
12' x 31' 141 1/8" x 370 1/2" 362 2655 146 1/8" 375 3/4" 103 1/4" 141 1/8" 370 1/2" 102"
3,7m x 3,1m 3,58m x 2,84m 10,2m 22,7m 3,71m 2,97m 2,62m 3,58m 2,84m 2,59m
3,7m x 5,2m 3,58m x 5,03m 18,0m 40,2m 3,71m 5,16m 2,62m 3,58m 5,03m 2,59m
3,7m x 7,3m 3,58m x 7,22m 25,8m 57,7m 3,71m 7,35m 2,62m 3,58m 7,22m 2,59m
3,7m x 9,5m 3,58m x 9,41m 33,6m 75,2m 3,71m 9,54m 2,62m 3,58m 9,41m 2,59m
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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:Yourstoragebuilding must be anchored to preventwind
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 use of an Arrow Anchoring Kit as an effective method of securing your
building to the foundation (Available by mail order or at your local dealer) or you may
construct the 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.
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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.
•Allowenoughworkingspace for ease of movingpartsintopositionduringassembly. 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 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.
FoundationPreparation
•HammerandNails
• Spade or Shovel
• Hand Saw / Power Saw
•Lumberand/orConcrete
OptionalTime-Savers
• Wrench / Nut Driver
• Electric / Cordless Drill
•Square
• String (for squaring frame)
Required
• Work Gloves
•Step Ladder
• Utility Knife / Scissors
• Pliers
•Carpenter'sLevel
•TapeMeasure
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%.
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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
protectionandlongsleeveswhenassembling
orperforming anymaintenanceon yourbuild-
ing.
•Practicecautionwiththetoolsbeingusedinthe
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.
•Keepchildrenandpetsawayfromworksiteto
avoid distractions and any accidents which
mayoccur.
•Donotattempttoassemblethebuildingifparts
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
windyday,because thelargepanelsactingasa
"sail",canbewhippedaboutbythewindmaking
construction difficult and unsafe.
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safety edge
safety edge
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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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ACCESSORIES....
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* Some drilling required to fit buildings without mid-wall bracing.
ModelNo.SS404
• Makes 8" to 12" (20-30cm)
wide shelves in any length.
• Brackets, braces,
hardwareincluded.
Lumber is not included.
ModelNo.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
Arrowbuildings.*
SHELF UNITS
Must be drilled for use as workbench in Estator.
+ Even weight distribution.
10'Long,250lb.(113kg)load+
Fits all Arrow 10' wide buildings. 16 lbs. (7kg)AT101
Model No. Fits ShippingWeight
ATTIC KIT / WORKBENCH KIT
Heavy-duty galvanized steel bars that
fit all 10' wide Arrow buildings. They
install quickly and easily to help
organizespaceandcreatemore
useable space as an attic or
workbench. Will hold up to 250 lbs.
(113kg)evenlydistributed.
ANCHOR KIT
Model No. AK100
New concrete anchor system permits
anchoringanysizeArrowbuilding
directly to a concrete slab. Each kit
containsheavy-duty,hot-dipped
galvanizedsteelcornergussetsand
perimeter clips which fit over the floor
frame and lag bolt into a concrete slab.
Full assembly instructions and a 1/4"
masonarydrillbitare included.
TOOL HANGING RACK
Model No. TH100
Theperfecttoolorganizer.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
adjustablespacing.Greatfor
garage,basement,or the back
of any door. Fits all Arrow
storagebuildings.
ROOF STRENGTHENING (heavy snow load) KITS Extra roofbeamsandgable braces
designedforaddedprotectionagainstheavysnowaccumulation.Increasesthestrengthofyourroofby50%.
ANCHOR KIT
Model No. AK4
Anchor Kit contains heavy-duty steel
augers, 60' (18m) of steel cable and 4 cable
clamps.Nodiggingor concrete
pouring,justinsert cable under roof,
over roof beams, into augers and twist
augersintotheground.Forbuildings
larger than 10'x9', use 2 kits.
FLOOR FOUNDATION 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.

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The Foundation For Your Building
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Foundation
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Concrete Slab
The slab should be at least 4" (10cm) thick. It must be level and flat to provide good support for the frame.
The following are the recommended materials for your foundation.
●2 x 4's (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
PreparetheSite/ConstructaFoundation
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 2x4 (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:Beforebeginningconstruction,checklocalbuilding codes
regardingfootings,locationand otherrequirements.
1411/8"
3,58m
FRONT(ROLL-UPDOOR)
10' - 111 3/4" 2,84m
17' - 198" 5,03m
24' - 284 1/4" 7,22m
31' - 370 1/2" 9,41m
Note:FinishedSlabdimensions,withlumberremoved.
Reinforcing
Rods
Reinforcing
Rods
OptionalFooter Type ofFoundation
WeldedWire
Fabric

It is important that the entire floor frame be anchored after the building is erected.
Belowarerecommendedwaysofanchoring.
Anchoring Down The Building
Anchoring
BX10
Arrow Anchoring Kit: (ModelNo.AK100or68383)
Recommendedforusewiththeconcretefoundation.
Contains:Cornergussets,perimeterclips,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: (ModelNo.AK4or60298)
Recommendedforusewithany suggestedbase.
Contains:4 Anchorswith Cable,Clamps and
installationinstruction.
Anchoringinto Wood/Post:
Use 1/4" Wood Screws. There are 1/4" (0,63cm) dia.
holesprovidedintheframes forproperanchoring.
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