Mercia Garden Products 01DTSHRAX1006SDFW-V1 Instruction manual

**Protim Aquatan T5 (621)**
Your building has been dip treated with Aquatan.
Aquatan is a water-based concentrate which is diluted with water, the building as been treated by the correct
application of Aquatan solution and then allowed to dry.
Aquatan is a decorative nish to colour the wood, which is applied industrially to timber fence panels and
garden buildings.
Aquatan undiluted contains: boric acid, sodium hydroxide 32% solution, aqueos mixture of sodium dioctyl
sulphosuccinat and alcohols: 2, 4, 6-trichlorophenol.
Measure
under the
head
Measure
overall
length
Screws & Nails Bolts To identify the
xings required
for each step use a
measuring tape.
01DTSHRAX1006SDFW-V1
10x6 Shiplap Shed
2mm Drill bit
x2 Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction
All buildings should be
erected by two adults
For ease of assembly, you
MUST pilot drill all screw
holes and ensure all screw
heads are countersunk.
For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
CAUTION
Every eort has been made during the
manufacturing process to eliminate the
prospect of splinters on rough surfaces of the
timber. You are strongly advised to wear gloves
when working with or handling rough sawn
timber.
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance,
annual treatment and to allow air ow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing
damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent
the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings - Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treat-
ment to prevent water ingress
Pressure Treated buildings - Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual
treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base
dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding
should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above
the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens
products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or
using this product.
For ease of assembly, you
will need a tape measure to
check dimensions of
components.
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General Instructions

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01DTSHRAX1006SDFW-V1
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 1905mm
Depth = 2942mm
Height = 2222mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 1753mm
Depth = 2912mm
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Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
The building that you have purchased can be built
as an Apex or a Reverse Apex. Also you can choose
in which arrangement you wish to have your panels
set up. See these images on display to give you an
idea of which set up is most suitable for you.
2
1345
678
9
10
Door Panel
AI-01S11SHSD1180X1802-V1
Qty 1
Window Panel
AI-01S11SH2CW1180X1802-V1
Qty 2
Smallest Plain Panel
(502mm Wide)
AI-S11SHPPTF502X1802-V1
Qty 2
Second Plain Panel
(580mm Wide)
AI-S11SHPPTF580X1802-V1
Qty 1
Third Plain Panel
(1180mm Wide)
AI-S11SHPPTF1180X1802-V1
Qty 2
Fourth Plain Panel
(1760mm Wide)
AI-S11SHPPTF1760X1802-V1
Qty 1
Gable Top
AI-S11SHAGT1760X391-V1
Qty 2
Floor
AI-R11MBF1456X1753-V1
Qty 2
Roof
AI-S11MBOHAR1029X1471-V1
Qty 4
Door
AI-S11FBMBZBD743X1680-V1
Qty 1
Fascia - 12x60x1016mm QTY 4 - S1260-1016mm
Outer Window Strip - 12x40x513mm QTY 6 - S1240-513mm
Outer Window Strip - 12x40x1180mm QTY 2 - S1240-1180mm
Inner Window Strip - 12x28x550mm QTY 8 - S1228-550mm
Cover Trims 12x40x1792mm QTY 9 - S1240-1792mm
Door Beading Strip - 12x28x1590mm QTY 2 - S1228-1590mm
20
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Ridge Bar - 27x70x1431mm QTY 2 - F2770-1431mm
Inner Door Block - 28x28x150mm QTY 1 - FS2828-150mm
Roof Support Bar - 27x44x903mm QTY 2 F2744-G-923mm
Roof Support Brace - 27x44x560mm QTY 1 - F2744-G-600mm
Roof Block A - 27x44x140mm QTY 2 - F2744-G-160mm
Roof Block B - 28x28x74mm QTY 2 - F2828-74mm
21
22
Finial Qty 2
Diamond Shed Finial
T Hinge Qty 3
PI-02-1042
Plastic Window Cill Qty 2
PI-08-0013
Felt
Styrene Qty 4
PI-05-0114
L-Bracket Qty 2
PI-07-0012
Turn Button Qty 2
PI-07-0034
Pad Bolt QTY 1
PI-07-0035
23 24 25
26 27 28
29 30 31
U-Channel
PI-07-0013

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Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
50mm Screw x 71
40mm Screw x 48
30mm Screw x 156
60mm Screw x 20
Felt Tacks x 140
Pre Assembly
Before assembling remove the transportation
blocks from the bottom of each panel.
Take care removing the blocks as to not damage
the panels. Tap with a at headed screwdriver
and hammer.
Dispose of the blocks once removed.
Step 1
Parts needed - No. 1 QTY 1
No. 7 QTY 1
No. 26 QTY 3
Place the door (No. 7) within the
Door Panel (No. 1). Fix the T Hinges
(No. 26) onto the door and Door
Panel as shown (taking into account
on which side of the Door Panel
opening you want the Door to open).
Ensure that the screws go through the
cladding and into the framing behind.
21x30mm Screws
26
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
1
7
**PLEASE NOTE** Before tting the
hinges, ensure the door is in the correct
position depending on which side you
want the door to open. See external
illustrations below which show the doors
internal framing.
Opens from the Left Opens from the Right
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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Step 2
Parts needed - No. 10 QTY 2
Place the oor panels (No. 10) onto a rm
and level base. Ensure the base has suitable
drainage, free from areas where standing
water can collect.
Secure the oors together using 8x50mm
screws through the oor bearers in an
alternating pattern.
8x50mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
10
10
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
6
3
Step 3
Parts needed - No. 3, (or 1, or 2, or 5 QTY 1)
No. 6 QTY 1
**Please note: The side panels are all
interchangeable and can be positioned in
a variety of congurations. Decide which
works best before assembly. See Page 2 for
suggested options.**
Fix the corners of the Fourth Plain Panel (No. 6)
and the Smallest Plain Panel (No. 3) (or panel of
your choice) with 50mm screws as shown in
diagram.
Do not secure the building to the oor until the
roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
3x50mm Screws
a
a
a
a
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 4
Parts needed - No. 3, (or 1, or 2, or 5 QTY 1)
No. 5, (or 1, or 2, or 3 QTY 1)
Fix the corners of the Smallest Plain Panel
(No. 3) and the Fourth Plain Panel Panel (No. 6)
(or panel of your choice) with 50mm screws as
shown in diagram.
Fix the end of the Third Plain Panel (No. 5)
(or panel of your choice) to the already standing
chosen panel with 50mm screws as shown in
the diagram.
Do not secure the building to the oor until the
roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
6x50mm Screws
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
3
5
a
a
a
a
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 5
Parts needed - No. 2, (or 1, or 3, or 5 QTY 1)
No. 5, (or 1, or 2, or 3 QTY 1)
Fix the end of the Third Plain Panel (No. 5)
(or panel of your choice) to the already
standing chosen panel with 50mm screws
as shown in the diagram.
Fix the end of the Window Panel (No. 2) (or
panel of your choice) to the already standing
chosen panel with 50mm screws as shown in
the diagram.
Do not secure the building to the oor until
the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
6x50mm Screws
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
2
5
a
a
a
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance,
annual treatment and to allow air ow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing
damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent
the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings - Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treat-
ment to prevent water ingress
Pressure Treated buildings - Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual
treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base
dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding
should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above
the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens
products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or
using this product.
Step 6
Parts needed - No. 2, (or 1, or 3, or 5 QTY 1)
No. 4 QTY 1
Fix the end of the Window Panel (No. 2) (or
panel of your choice) to the already standing
chosen panel with 50mm screws as shown in
diagram.
Fix the corner of the Second Plain Panel (No. 4)
to either side of the front of the building
depending on preference with 50mm screws as
shown in the diagram.
Do not secure the building to the oor until
the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
6x50mm Screws
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
a
a
a
a
2
4a
a
a
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 7
Parts needed - No. 1, (or 2, or 3, or 5 QTY 1)
Fix the corner and end of the Door Panel
(No. 1) (or panel of your choice) to the already
standing chosen panel and Second Plain Panel
(No. 4) with 50mm screws as shown in
diagram..
Do not secure the building to the
oor until the roof has been tted,
Position the panels so there is equal
spacing between the oor and
cladding on all sides.
6x50mm Screws
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
1
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 8
Parts needed - No. 8 QTY 2
Place the Gable Tops (No. 8) central over the
end panels. Make sure that the cladding
slots together and x into position using
50mm screws.
Fix together using 8x50mm screws
staggering the screws so they don’t collide.
8x50mm Screws
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
8
8
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 9
Parts needed - No. 11 QTY 2
No. 27 QTY 2
No. 30 QTY 1
Connect the Ridge Bars (No. 11) together
with the metal U-Channel (No. 30), using
10x30mm screws.
Attach the L-Brackets (No. 27) to each end
of the Ridge Bars (No. 11) with 2x30mm
screws per L-Bracket (No. 27).
*Ensure the L-Brackets are ush with the
ends of the ridge bars.
14x30mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
30
27
27
11
11
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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Step 10
Place the assembled ridge bar in between
the Gable Tops (No. 8) in line with the
central framing of the gable tops.
If you have not yet assembled your ridge
bar please refer to step 9
Secure the ridge bar to the central uprights
with 2x30mm screws per bracket (No. 27),
as shown in the illustration.
4x30mm Screws
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
27
11
Step 11
Parts needed - No. 9 QTY 4
Place the Roof Panels (No. 9) on top of the
building making sure the framing in the roof
panels sits rmly within the Gable Tops (No. 8)
and on top of the Ridge Bar (No. 11).
**Make sure that you have got the roof panels the
correct way round with the recess at the top
of the apex as shown in the diagram.**
**The edges of the roof panels must be ush
with the outer cladding of the Gable Tops
(No. 8).**
From the top, x directly through the roof panels
(No. 9) and into the ridge bar (No. 11) below
using 5x60mm screws per roof panel.
It is essential that the ridge bar (No. 11) and roof
panel (No. 10) framing pull together when xed
with 60mm screws. You may require another person
pushing the ridge bar (No. 18) up from below to
achieve this.
HINT - Follow the nailing line of the framing on
the roof panel so that you are more likely to
x into the ridge bar below.
20x60mm Screws
60mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
9
9

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30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
Step 12
Parts needed - No. 18 QTY 2
Position a Roof Support Bar (No. 18),
centrally underneath the join of the two
roof panels (No. 9) internally. Ensure the
Roof Support Bar (No. 18) sits ush to the
underside of the roof panels and ush at
the top as shown in the illustration.
Fix the Roof Support Bar (No. 18) in place
using 30mm screws xing through the
roof panel (No. 9) into the Roof Support
Bars (No. 18) from the outside of the
building.
*Alternate screwing through each roof
panel for a more secure hold.
10x30mm Screws
18 18
18
18
Step 13
Parts needed - No. 19 QTY 2
No. 20 QTY 2
Place Roof Block B (No. 20) under the top
framing of the panel directly below the
Roof Support Bar (No. 18). Fix the block
by screwing through the outside of the
panel with 2x30mm screws.
Then place Roof Block A (No. 19) ontop of
the Roof Block B (No. 20), angled cut
edge facing upwards, ush to the Roof
Support Bar (No. 18). Fix in place with
2x50mm screws.
Repeat the above two actions on either
side of the building.
4x30mm Screws
4x50mm Screws
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
19
19
19
20

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21
Step 14
Parts needed - No. 21 QTY 1
Place the Roof Support Brace (No. 21)
underneath the two Roof Support Bars
(No. 18) ensuring they sit ush to one
another. The Roof Support Brace (No. 21)
should sit horizontal - parallel to the oor.
Once in position x the Roof Support
Brace (No. 21) in place with 2x40mm
screws at each end of the brace.
4x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
Pre drill
hole
40mm
screw
Step 15
Use 40mm screws to x the roofs (No. 9) down
the sides and at the bottom being sure that
the screws attach into the framing below.
28x40mm Screws
Step 16
Once the roof is xed, attach the building
to the oor with 50mm screws.
Ensure the screws go through the panel into
the oor framing
24x50mm Screws
50mm
screw
Pre drill
hole

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Step 17
Parts needed - No. 13 QTY 8
No. 14 QTY 2
No. 15 QTY 6
No. 23 QTY 2
No. 28 QTY 4
Fix 4x Inner Window Strip (No. 13) to the sides
of the framing exposed in the window gap of
the Window Panel (No. 2) using 3x30mm
screws per Strip .
Place the Plastic Window Cill (No. 23) into the
window panel (No. 2) opening as shown in
the illustration. Fix screws through the cill for
extra support using 3x30mm screws.
Fit the styrene sheets (No. 28) on top of the
Plastic Window Cill (No. 23).
*For added weather protection t your
windows using silicone sealant around
the outside edges.
**When positioning the styrene sheets ensure
there is an equal distance on all sides.
Attach 1x Outer Window Strip (No. 14) along
the top of the window opening. Followed by
attaching 3x Outer Window Strips (No. 15) to
either side of the windows and the centre.
Secure into place using 3x30mm screws per
strip.
Repeat this process for the other Window Panel
54x30mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
a
b
c
13
13
13
13
23
a
b
c
d
d
SILICONE
SEALANT
15 15 15
28
28
Side View
Styrene
Window Cill
Cladding
14
Felt
tacks
31 31
31
Step 18
Parts needed - No. 31 QTY 1
Cut the felt (No. 31) into three sheets at
3050mm. Lay the sheets onto the roof
as shown in diagram ensuring there is a
50mm overhang around the sides.
Apply the felt tacks with a 100mm space
per tack..
140x Tacks
HANDLE
WITH CARE
12
3
4
31
31
31

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Step 19
Parts needed - No. 22 QTY 7
Fit the Cover Trims (No. 22) over each
panel join and corner of the building
as shown in the illustration using 30mm
screws. Pre drill to avoid splitting.
27x30mm Screws
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
Step 20
Parts needed - No. 12 QTY 4
No. 25 QTY 2
Fit the Fascias (No. 12) to the roof over
the felt and secure into place with 40mm
screws as shown. Predrill to avoid
splitting.
Followed by adding the Finials (No. 25)
over the Fascias using x2 40mm screws
per Finial.
16x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
12
12
25
12 25
12
Use 4x30mm Screws to x
each Door Beading Strip
(No. 16) onto the insides of
the Door Panel (No. 1)
opening. Ensure that the
screw is parallel with the
door frame when xing the
strip to the Door Panel as
shown in the close up view.
8x30mm Screws
Attach the Inner Door Block
(No.17) to the door (No.7) using
2x30mm screws, in the positions
illustrated. Screw through the
door cladding into the blocks
using 30mm screws
2x30mm Screws
Step 21
Parts needed - No. 16 QTY 2
No. 17 QTY 1
30mm
screw
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
Pre drill
hole
16
16
ab
a
b
17

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Step 22
Parts needed - No. 29 QTY 1
Screw the Pad Bolt (No. 29) on to the door
(No. 7) and the retainer to the door panel
(No. 1) using 10x30mm screws. Make
sure that you screw into the framing behind.
10x30mm Screws.
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
29
Step 23
Parts needed - No. 24 QTY 2
Fix the Turn Button (No.24) onto the
Door Panel (No.1) using 1x30mm
screw for each one.
*These turn buttons help to keep
your doors straight during high
and low levels of moisture content
in the air.*
2x30mm Screws
24
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood
treatment immediately after the building
has been assembled.
AFTER TREATMENT:
score around protective
cover on glazing and
carefuly peel
covering back

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