Duratuf TUF 500 User manual

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TUF 500
BASE SIZE 1980mm x 1690mm

Tools Required:
Before you start:
Safety:
Select your site:
 Drill
 Drill Bit 3.5mm
 Drill Bit 6mm (for clear roof panel only)
 Riveter
 Hammer
 Nail Punch
 Tape Measure
 Ladder or Saw stool
 String Line
 Masonry Drill and 10mm Masonry Bit (for Bolt Down Kit only)
 Read all instructions carefully.
 Identify all parts and check quantities against checklist.
 If you are making your own floor refer to Raised Base Plate section now.
 Do not attempt to build your shed in high winds.
 Beware of sharp edges.
 Protect your eyes and ears.
 Use electric tools with care. Use a Safety Trip Switch.
 It is easier and quicker if this shed is erected by two people.
 Your shed must be level. Achieve this by either levelling the ground or by using blocks.
 If you shed is to be positioned on wet or damp ground, we recommend that your shed is raised up
off the ground slightly.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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QTY LENGTH
CHECKED
OUT
CHECKED IN
4 1.890
2 1.890
1 1.890
1 1.890
1 1.890
2 1.890
2 1.890
1
2 1.980 Front & Back
2 1.690 Ends
1 1.980 Back
1 1.980 Front
2 1.690 Ends
4 1.810 Studs
2 1.833 Studs
2 1.600 45 x 45 H1
1 0.106 45 x 45 H1
1 0.823 45 x 45 H1
1 1.890 45 x 45 H1
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SECURITY
2 Latches
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1
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COLOUR: ___________________ INV #:_______________
Folded Roof Sheets
Roof Sheet Or
ROOF SIZE: 2.010 x 1.890
TUF 500 PARTS LIST
1/2 Wall Sheets
TIMBER
Wall Sheets
Corner Wall Sheets
Door
DESCRIPTION
Clear Roof Panel
3/4 Front Wall Sheet (D008)
Back Wall Nog
Front Right Nog
End Wall Nogs
BASE PLATES
- Red 70 x 45 H1
PACKED BY:
DATE: / /
Touch-up Paint & Brush
Hardware Pack
2
1
1.890
2.000
Clear Panel Hardware Pack
BASE SIZE: 1.980 x 1.690
TOP PLATES
1
1.980
Top Plate Flashing
- Green 45 x 45 H4
- Green 45 x 45 H4
- Red 45 x 45 H1
Door Jambs
FLASHINGS
- Red 45 x 45 H1
- Blue 45 x 45 H1
- Yellow 45 x 45 H1
Front Left Nog
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2.010
Roof Flashing
Assembly Instructions
Clear Panel Brace

Note: For sheds being positioned on a Purpose Built Floor, shorten Studs
by 30mm now (Refer to Floor Section).
Step 1: Select one End Base Plate 1.690m (Green), one End Top Plate
1.690m (Red) and two Studs (Yellow). Lay out on flat surface and nail
together using two 75mm nails per join (fig. 1). Repeat with the other
end frame.
Step 2: Select Back and Front Base Plates 1.980m (Green), Back Top Plate
1.980m (Red) and Front Top Plate (70x45mm). With one End Frame
lying on the ground, nail plates to frame, two 75mm nails per join.
Ensure Green joins to Green and Red joins to Red. See (fig. 2) for
nailing detail on Top Front Plate (70x45mm).
Step 3: Position remaining End Frame on top of plates. While someone sup-
ports frame, nail in place using two 75mm nails per join.
Step 4: Carefully roll frame over onto its base. Nail on Back and End Wall
Nogs .882m above the top of the Bottom plate. If fitting a Duratuf
Floor, fit Floor Joists now. Evenly space joists and nail in place using
three 75mm nails per end. Nail Front wall Studs (Blue) using Front
Wall Nogs to get correct position, Nail remaining Front Wall Nogs in
centrally (this may be easier if the frame is rolled onto its Front wall).
Step 5: Fit front Top Plate Flashing centrally on Front Top Plate using four
30mm Clouts. Position Flashing so that the widest lip is on top.
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TUF 500 TIMBER FRAME
1
2
3
4
5
fig. 1 fig. 2
YELLOW
BLUE
YELLOW
YELLOW
1.810
YELLOW
BLUE
Top Plate
Flashing

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TUF 500 WALL CLADDING
fig. 1 fig. 2
To Avoid Corrosion:
Where at all possible try not to trap metal filings between two sheets. Remove all metal filings before riveting.
Carbon in pencils reacts with the Zinc/Aluminium coating on steel. Use ink to mark steel.
Step 1: Door Jambs: Position left hand Door Jamb Flashing at
correct measurement from left (cladding detail) and nail
to Top Plate using a 30mm clout. Do not fit 50mm nails at
this stage. Pre-drill holes to make nailing easier (fig. 1).
Position Door Jamb Flashing and nail at the bottom. Posi-
tion right hand Door Jamb Flashing 903mm from left
hand Door Jamb Flashing (cladding detail) and nail in
place.
903mm180mm
D008
CLADDING DETAIL
Birds Eye View
FRONT VIEW
DOOR JAMB
FLASHING

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TUF 500 WALL CLADDING
Birds Eye View
D008
= Rivet = 30mm Clout
Step 2: NOTE: It is very important that the Wall
Sheets are positioned exactly as shown in
the cladding detail diagram on the previous
page.
Position Corner Wall Sheets. Check that the
Lip is on the correct side of the sheet. While
holding Corner Wall Sheet flush with the top
of the Top Plate, nail to plate using only one
30mm clout top and bottom.
Step 3: Select Wall Sheet marked D008. Position at
right hand side of doorway. Rivet to Corner
Wall Sheet, one rivet top and bottom. Posi-
tion and rivet in place all remaining Wall
Sheets ensuring they overlap correctly.
While holding Front Wall Sheets up against
Top Plate Flashing, nail to top and bottom
plates using 30mm clouts.
Step 5: Drill a hole through Door Jamb Flashings
and Wall Sheets top and bottom. Nail with
50mm nails (fig. 1).
Nail left hand Door Jamb Flashing to Stud
using three 30mm Clouts at equal spacings
(fig. 1). Beside each 30mm Clout, rivet
Door Jamb Flashing to Rib. Repeat with
right hand Door Jamb Flashing.
Step 4: Nail Wall Sheets to Plates, two 30mm Clouts per pan top and bottom.
Nail Wall Sheets to Wall Nogs, one clout per pan.

TUF 500 ROOF
fig. 1
Step 2: Position Roof so that the front overhang measures
140mm. Rivet roof to wall sheets using one rivet
every second Rib. Repeat at the other end ensuring
overhang measures 140mm.
Step 4: Fit Roof Flashing as shown. When posi-
tioned correctly rivet through Roof Flashing
into Roof Sheet joins.
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Step 1: Note: Condensation can form on the under side of shed roof. If building paper is required, fit now.
Building paper will need to be supported by netting or roofing twine.
Standard Roof: Position Roof Sheets as shown in fig 1. Make sure sheet joins at the back are flush. Riv-
et sheet joins, one rivet 200mm back from edge front and back. Fit two more rivets evenly spaced in centre of
each join.
Step 1a: Roof with Clear Panel: Refer Next Page
Step 3: Line up ribs on the roof with ribs on the
walls. While someone holds the Front Plate
straight, nail the roof to Top Plate using
one 40mm Weatherseal nail beside each
rib. Repeat at the back.
Step 3a: Roof with Clear Panel: Refer next page
Sealed Rivet
Steel Washer
Clear Roof Panel
Steel
fig. 2

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TUF 500 CLEAR ROOF PANEL (Optional)
Clear Panel Brace
Roof with Clear Panel:
Handle Clear Panel with care. The Clear Panel will crack if not fitted correctly.
Riveting: Pre-drill 3.3mm hole through Clear Panel and steel.
Nailing: Pre-drill a 6mm hole through Clear Panel. Hammer in nails with caution.
Step 1a: Pre-drill hole in V at both ends of Clear Panel Brace. Position Clear Panel Brace centrally on Top End
Plates and nail in place using a 30mm clout each end (fig. 3).
Position Roof Sheets as shown in fig.1. When fitting Clear Panel ensure it OVERLAPS Roof Sheets. Rivet
sheet joins, one rivet 200mm from edge front and back. When riveting Clear Panel to Roof Sheets use
sealed rivet with steel washer (fig. 2). Fit two more rivets evenly spaced in centre of each join.
Step 2a: Rivet Clear Panel Brace to the Clear Panel, pre-drill holes from underneath then rivet down from on top using
sealed rivets with Steel Washers. For riveting detail see fig. 4.
= Rivet = Rivet with steel washer
Clear Roof Panel
fig. 4
fig. 3

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TUF 500 DOOR
Step 1: Place shed in final position. Check diagonal
measurements are equal and shed is level
before fitting door.
Step 2:Hold Door in position (approximately 5mm
down from Top Plate Flashing) and fit one rivet to top
hinge. While still holding in position fit one rivet to bottom
hinge.
Step 3:
Close door and check it fits correctly. If not, drill
out rivets and make necessary adjustments. Fit
remaining rivets to all three hinges.
Step 4: Using rivets attach padbolt as shown.
NOTE: If shed has an optional security upgrade, please use Security door instructions on next page.

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Step 4: Slide the latch on to the handle shaft. Enter shed,
close door and adjust latch so it is snug with the stud
at the side of the door. Tighten up bolt on latch.
Note: Repeat Step 4 for second door handle if double security doors.
FORTRESS SECURITY DOOR (Optional)
Step 1: Place shed in final position. Check diagonal meas-
urements are equal and shed is level before fitting
door.
Step 2: Hold Door in
position (approximately
5mm down from Top
Plate Flashing) and fit
one rivet to top hinge.
While still holding in
position fit one rivet to
bottom hinge.
Step 3: Close door and check it fits correctly. If
not, drill out rivets and make necessary adjust-
ments. Fit remaining rivets to all three hinges.

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TUF 500 FLOOR (Optional)
PURPOSE BUILT FLOOR
Step 1: Select the two Floor Boards which have
checked out corners. Position at front and
back of the shed so they fit around Studs.
For sheds being placed on a purpose built floor, we
recommend that the studs are shortened by 30mm.
The Wall Sheets will then protrude 20mm below the
Base Plate. This will stop water flowing in between
the Base Plate and Floor.
If you choose this option, the Floor should be made
15mm smaller than Base Size.
Note: Although it is not essential, fitting Damp
Proof Course in between the Base Plate and
the Floor will give added protection against
moisture.
i.e. CONCRETE / PLYWOOD
Step 2: Lay out remaining Floor Boards. Nail in
each Floor Board, two 50mm nails each
end and two into each Floor Joist.

CLEAN UP
 Remove all metal filings with a soft brush or rag.
 Hose down roof and walls thoroughly.
PAINTING
 Painting Zinc/Aluminium coated steel will extend its life in most environments
 The surface must be dry and free of dirt, oil, grease and other contaminants prior to painting, but no weathering of
the surface is required
 Zinc rich primers are recommended for use, along with a two coat finishing system. Paint suppliers should be con-
sulted for the most suitable paint system to ensure compatibility of primers and topcoats.

DURATUF PREMIUM SHED WARRANTY
GUARANTEE TO CUSTOMER
Congratulations on purchasing a Duratuf Storage Shed. With proper care and attention, this product will last many years.
For your benefit PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
WARRANTY ON METAL CLADDING
Riverlea Group Ltd guarantee that the metal roofing and wall cladding on Kiwi and Fortress Garden Sheds may be used in moderate and
inland corrosion zones or areas where the first year mild steel corrosion rate is less than 200g/m2, and that in these conditions, they will
not perforate due to corrosion within 18 years of date of manufacture.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Damage or corrosion due to the following circumstances is not covered by this warranty.
 Mechanical, chemical or other damage sustained during or after installation.
NOTE: Clean swarf off shed IMMEDIATELY after assembly
Do NOT mark cladding with pencil
Do NOT allow manures, chemicals or other corrosive materials to have direct contact with cladding
Chemical damage will result if these instructions are not carried out
 Force majeure or other causes beyond the control of Riverlea Group Ltd.
2. This warranty does not cover material installed in severe and very severe environmental situations, or in any area where the mild
steel corrosion rate (as published by BRANZ) exceeds 200g/m2.
3. Minimum maintenance must be carried out in accordance with instructions below.
Should the cladding fail to perform as specified above, the liability of Riverlea Group Ltd shall in all cases be limited to replacing or
repairing the defective product. The balance of the original warranty will cover any repaired or replaced material. Riverlea Group Ltd will
not be liable for any consequential loss or damage, labour or transport charges. All claims made in writing within 21 days of discovery,
quoting the reference number at the top right hand corner of this page.
MAINTENANCE
Following are the minimum maintenance requirements for cladding used in Kiwi Garden Sheds and Fortress Sheds.
 Washing all surfaces by rain, and annual hosing of sheltered areas using a hose and soft nylon brush.
 Within 2km of coast—wash every 3 months as above. After a storm, wash the cladding and the gutters as soon as pos-
sible to remove any highly corrosive salt deposits.
 Volcanic Ash Fallout—wash as soon as possible, removing fallout from roof and gutters
 Gutters to be kept clean of leaves and dirt.
Should you require additional technical information please contact us at the details below.
Thank you
Riverlea Group Customer Services
REFERENCE NO:_______________________