Canada Docks Do-It-Yourself User manual

“Do-It-Yourself” Aluminum Docks
Assembly Instructions for
Floating/Ramp Dock Frame
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Read this manual and related assembly instructions before attempting to assemble the parts
enclosed to ensure that your new CanadaDocks™ system is assembled safely and correctly.

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Purchased Separately
x2 (4x8 frame)
x2 (4x8 frame)
x14 (4x8 frame)
x2 (4x8 frame)
x2 (8x8 frame)
x4 (8x8 frame)
x20 (8x8 frame)
For Floats
x4
x4
8x8
8x8
4x8
4x8
4x8
#12 3/4 Pan Phil Tek 410-SS
#12 3/4 Pan Phil Tek 410-SS
x2
x8
x7
x14
x2
A
C
D
x20
x16 with ramp
F
B
S
W
x24
H
x20
3/8” 3/8”
1/4” 1/4”
x24
with ramp
For corner braces
E
G
I
T
V
Q
U
R
M
N
O
P
x2
x16 (4x8 frame)
x16 (4x8 frame) x16 (4x8 frame)
x2
x16 (4x8 frame)
x2 (4x8 frame)
x20 (8x8 frame)
x24 (8x8 frame) x24 (8x8 frame)
x24 (8x8 frame)
x4 (8x8 frame)
47”
95”
95”
JOISTS KIT PARTS
FRAME KIT PARTS
FLOAT KIT PARTS
DECKING
For Decking options please see page 12
PARTS LIST
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A 4’ Aluminum Truss for 4’x8’Dock or Ramp
B 8’ Aluminum Truss for 4’x8’Dock or Ramp; for 8’x8’
CSquare Aluminum Tube
D Corner Brace
E 3/8” Kep Nut
F 3/8” x 3-½” Carriage Bolt
H 1/4” x 3/4” Hex Cap Screw
I Chain Retainer (must be purchased separately)
JOIST KIT PARTS
M 47” Joist for 4x8
N 95” Joist for 4x8 or 8x8
O #12 3/4 Pan Phil Tek Screws for 4x8 or 8x8
R Float 4x8 (4’Floats fpr 4x8 and 8’ for 8x8)
FLOAT KIT PARTS
P Float 4x8 (4’Floats for 4x8 and 8’for 8x8)
Q 3/8”-16 x 3 Carriage Bolt HDG
R 3/8”-16x3 Eye Bolt HDG (comes with nut)
S 3/8” Hex Nut HDG
T 3/8” Split Lockwasher HDG
U 3/8” D-Washer
V Float Plugs
W Washer
*Not included with Ramp
3‘ or 4‘ level
#3 Phillips Drill Measure Tape
Utility Knife
Safety Glasses
Magic Marker
9/16” & 7/16” Deep Socket with
ratchet to suit
Power Drill
Circular Saw
9/16” & 7/16” Box Wrench
Locking Pliers
5 mm
13/32” Drill Bit
5/16” Allen Wrench
TOOLS REQUIRED
PARTS LIST (CON’T)

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20 Feet
20 Feet
• Make sure you have a safe, at area for assembly, approximately 20’x 20’.
• Double check to ensure that there are no components missing.
A
B
B
B
4x8 8x8
Truss cut-out should face upwards
when assembled to accomodate
the legs
PLEASE NOTE: Ensure you remove
all plastic from the trusses. Removing
plastic becomes dicult after the
frame has been built.
The cut-out on the truss should face
outwards when laying out the
truss pieces.
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23Corner cut-out
Line up holes of Truss with leg. Insert
3/8” x 3 1/2” Carriage Bolts (F ) 3/8” Hex Nuts (E).
Hand tighten only. Repeat instructions for the
remaining 3 corners.
Place Square Aluminum Tubes (C) at each corner (4 Square Aluminum Tubes for a
Dock/Ramp, 2 - 7”Square Aluminum Tubes and 2 legs for Quick Link Dock). Ensure
that the at edge of each leg is pointed towards the inside of the dock frame.
C
4
F
E
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INSTRUCTIONS
Layout all four Trusses Pieces. For 8’x8’docks layout place 4 truss pieces of part (B).
For 4’x8’ docks layout and place 2 truss pieces of part(A) and 2 truss pieces of part(B).
Assemble dock with the truss corner cut-outs facing outwards from the frame so that they are facing upwards
when assembled. Ensure corner cut-outs meet on all four sides.

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ADDING CORNER BRACES (E)
Ensure that the bump of the corner brace is set
towards the bottom of the dock. This ensures the
drain is oriented towards the bottom of the deck.
D
H
G
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Using a 9/16” ratchet, tighten all 3/8”x 3-½” Carriage Bolts (F) and 3/8” K-Locknuts (E) on all square tubing. Using 7/16” ratchet, tighten all
1/4” x 3/4” Hex Cap Screws (H) and 1/4” K-locknuts (G) on corner braces (See image A above). Using a 7/16” ratchet, tighten all 1/4” x 3/4” Hex
Cap and 1/4” K-Locknuts (See image B above).
Using a 7/16” ratchet, tighten all 1/4”x 3/4” Hex Cap and 1/4”
K-Locknuts (See image above).
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For 4’x8’ Docks add Corner Braces (D) on a 45˚ angle
between Truss (A) and Truss (B). For 8x8 Docks add Corner
Braces (D) on a 45˚ angle between Truss (B) and Truss (B).
Insert 1/4”x 3/4” Hex Cap Screw (H) into existing holes and tighten with 1/4” K-locknut (G). Hand tighten only.
Do this for all 4 Corner Braces(D).
G
H
D
4x8
8x8
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Place joist into the frame. For 4x8 Dock, place a 47”
long joist(M). For 8x8 Dock place a 95” long joist(N).
The procedure for installing joists is the same for 4x8 and 8x8 frames.
The only dierence are the number of joists added to the bottom of
the frame. The 4x8 dock receives 2 joists and the 8x8 receives 5 joists.
For 4x8 Docks measure 24 ¼”from the edge of the joist to the outside of the truss frame
and position truss here. This will ensure that there is a structure to mount the oat to.
Use vice grips or a clamp to hold the joist against the truss frame.
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11234 5
2
10
12
In the centre of the joist attach joist to the
truss using a #12x3/4” screw (O) and #3
Phillips Drill Bit. Repeat this step for the
opposite.
JOIST INSTALLATION
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M
14
4x8
24 ¼”
24 ¼”
24 ¼”
24 ¼”
8x8
4x8 4x8
8x8 8x8
Place the second joist 24”from the edge of the dock for both 4x8 and 8x8 docks. Repeat instructions from steps 12 & 13 for this joist.
Ensure the long end of the joist is facing
upwards when placing joists.

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Flip the frame. It is recommended to use two or more
persons for this task.
Place the bottom joist. For 4x8 & 8x8 use 95” long joists(N).
For 4x8 Docks, starting at the edge of the small truss measure and mark 16” to the centre of the truss (See image above). For a 8x8 dock place
the initial joist under the pre-drilled holes spaced 16”. PLEASE NOTE: Keep joists oriented in the correct direction as in Step 17.
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17
1 4
1
2 5
2
3
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Ensure all joists are facing to the outside of the truss frame. 3 joists should be facing outwards to one side of the frame and 2 joists should
be facing outwards to the opposite side (See diagram above). For the 4x4 Dock ensure both joists are facing to the outside of the truss
frame.
16”
16”
4x8
8x8

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Use locking pliers to hold the joist against the truss frame under the
marked 16” centre(4x8) or pre-drilled hole(8x8).
For 4x8 docks add a #12x3/4” screw in the centre of the joist
under the 16” mark. For 8x8 add a screw to the pre-drilled
holes every 16” on the truss. Repeat Steps 19 & 20 for the
opposite end of joist.
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19 20
8x84x8
4x8
16”
For 4x8 Docks, starting at the edge of the small truss measure and mark 16” to the centre of the truss (See image above).
Repeat this for the opposite end of the truss. For a 8x8 dock place the remaining joists under the pre-drilled holes spaced 16”
apart from one another. PLEASE NOTE: Keep joists oriented in the correct direction as in Step 17.

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Use locking pliers to hold the joist against the truss frame under
the marked 16” centre(4x8) or pre-drilled hole(8x8).
For 4x8 docks add a #12x3/4” screw in the centre of the joist
under the 16” mark created in step 21. For 8x8 add a screw
to the pre-drilled holes every 16”on the truss. Repeat
Steps 22 & 23 for the opposite end of joist.
Place oats on the bottom of the dock. Ensure the oats are placed on the edge of the truss for the dock. Float should be square to the truss
frame (See image above).
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Ensuring the oat is secure (use clamps to keep oat in position if necessary). Use a magic marker to create a mark between the slots of
the oat onto the truss frame. Using the reference above mark o every point shown.
8x8 4x8
Using the marks on the truss frame created in step 25 as your location guide drill holes on each mark. PLEASE NOTE: It may be necessary
to remove the oat to drill depending on the clearance of your drill. Be careful not to drill too closely to any joist screws as it will interfere
with assembly of oats to dock.
13/32” DRILL BIT

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Insert Eye Bolts (R) & Carriage Bolts (Q) in the locations in the (image above shown) . The D-Washer (U)
sits against the oat. The Lockwasher (T) & Hex Nut (S) are used to tighten.
Use the reference chart above to locate and position hardware on the frame.
Before attaching oats, insert Float Plugs (V) using a 5/16” Allen Key for both oat pieces.
8x8 4x8
S
T
U
QR
U
T
S
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B
THRUFLOW™ DECKING
If using ThruFlow™ Decking please follow ThruFlow™ Decking instructions in
ThruFlow™ package or at www.canadadocks.ca/assembly-instructions
ThruFlow™ polypropylene decking will make the dock lighter (compared to
wood) and will prolong the lifetime of the maintenance free product.
4x8 Dock Sections
WOOD DECKING
If installing wood decking - see additional instructions in at
www.canadadocks.ca/assembly-instructions
NOTE: Check with your local building codes and regulations when
constructing the deck.
DO NOT USE GREEN PRESSURE TREATED WOOD WITH CANADADOCKS™
FRAMES, the preservative reacts with aluminum frames.
Anchoring is REQUIRED. All docks must be anchored at the furthest point from shore to prevent damage
during storms. The amount of anchoring is determined based on the currents/wave size on the body of water.
Using an “X” pattern for chains under dock is recommended (see image 2,3).
If anchoring a Standing Dock, attach Chain Retainer (L) to inside leg as shown (see Figure 1). Slide
chain through key hole in Chain Retainer (L) and pull down to lock into position. If anchoring a Floating Dock,
attach chains to Eye Bolts as shown (see image 3, 4).
For further information on anchoring oating docks see Floating Dock instructions in dock package or at
www.canadadocks.ca/assembly-instructions
PLEASE NOTE: Chain Retainers (L) must be purchased separately. Eye Bolts are supplied with oating dock kit. L
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WHICH TYPE OF DECKING WILL YOU APPLY TO YOUR DOCK?
DECKING OPTIONS

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SAFETY & WARNING
• Ensure area is clean, stable and secure.
• Double check all nuts and bolts for tightness prior to use.
• Always use safety when around water.
• Make sure all persons wear appropriate otation devices.
• Diving o the dock could result in a severe injury.
• Use caution when the surface of the dock is wet. Do not run on the dock.
• DO NOT SWIM UNDER DOCKS (May cause personal injury).
• Do not modify the dock system or components. Such alterations may weaken the structural integrity of the dock and
void the warranty.
• Safety glasses and work gloves are recommended.
• Do not stand on the frame without any decking.
• The weight capabilities of the dock will not support vehicles of any sort.
• Do not use corded electrical tools and appliances in or near water.
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• Before installing your CanadaDocks™ examine the lake bottom carefully to ensure that the lake bottom is stable where the
feet of the CanadaDocks™ will rest. Always wear clothing appropriate to conditions when installing, repairing or removing
your CanadaDocks™. Monitor children carefully on or about the dock. It is the owner’s responsibility to inspect and properly
maintain the dock and surrounding area.
• Your CanadaDocks™ structure is rated to take, evenly spread, up to 1000 lbs (453 kilograms) in weight per standing section.
CanadaDocks™ oating docks capacity is based on the buoyancy of the oats. Do not overload the dock. Your warranty will
not apply if your CanadaDocks™ is improperly assembled or attached to the shore. This warranty does not apply to damage
caused by improper installation, overloading, impact by boats or other objects in the water, damage by severe weather
conditions including snow or ice, insucient anchoring or other Acts of God. CanadaDocks Inc.™ recommends removing the
dock for winter storage. The warranty will not extend to repairs made by anyone other than CanadaDocks™ Inc.
• To receive more information or to service the obligations under this warranty, contact CanadaDocks Inc.™ at
1-877-434-0359 or at the following mailing address:
CanadaDocks Inc.™ 3690 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline RR2 Beeton, Ontario Canada L0G 1A0
Website: www.canadadocks.ca
Email: [email protected]
TRADEMARK
• CanadaDocks™logo is a trademark of CanadaDocks Inc.
PRODUCT LIFETIME WARRANTY
• CanadaDocks Inc.™ warrants all products to be free of defects in workmanship and material under normal conditions
and for which use they are intended. CanadaDocks Inc.™ shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or special
damages, without limitation any lost prots, business interruption, loss of opportunity or loss of revenue, resulting from
the misuse of CanadaDocks Inc.™ products and does not assume any liability of purchaser or others for injury to persons or
property. CanadaDocks Inc. makes no express or implied warranties other than the warranties set forth herein, including
without limitation, the warranties of merchantability, tness for a particular purpose, or from any trade usage.
• CanadaDocks Inc.™ warrants its CanadaDocks™ dock frames, purchased new, to be free of defects in its structure for
a Lifetime. This warranty covers defective parts on the CanadaDocks™ aluminum frames only (trusses, joists, square
aluminum legs and corner braces). Any defective product must be returned with a Return Goods Authorization # before
being delivered to CanadaDocks Inc.™ A copy of the original sales receipt, must accompany all claims. The freight on the
defective goods is the responsibility of the consumer. Obligation under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or
credit for the defective product, provided that CanadaDocks Inc. determines that the product defect was not the result of
misuse or neglect. Freight on the repaired or replaced products is the responsibility of the consumer.
• Some States and/or Provinces do not allow the limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or on the duration of
an implied warranty so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty may vary from State to
State or Province to Province. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary
from State to State or Province to Province.
• This warranty does not extend to anyone except the original buyer. This warranty does not apply to decking materials,
oats, galvanized inner tubing for legs, footpads and dock accessories which may carry their own warranty.