Mercia Garden Products 0628LOG171-V4 Instruction manual

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0628LOG171-V4 (3.3x2.6m)
0628LOG171-V4: 3.3x2.6m 28mm apex cabin
2mm Drill bit
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.
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General Instructions
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 screwdriver, Stanley knife, wood saw, step ladder and drill with 2mm
bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
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.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base are going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access (60cm) 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.
Refer to the instructions pages for your specic product code
For ease of assembly use a
rubber mallet to t the log
boards. Do NOT use a heavy
hammer.
Ensure to measure and check before cutting
boards.
It is advisable to use a hand
saw when cutting roof and
oor boards.
To ensure log boards are even, use a spirit
level to check each layer has been installed
correctly.

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0628LOG171-V4
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 3445mm
Depth = 2632mm
Height = 2656mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 3104mm
Depth = 2408mm
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Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
Short Window Pack*Single Door Pack* Log 171 Gable - 3296mm
AI-0628LOG171G-V4
QTY 2
Starter Board - 66x28x3296mm QTY 2
LB28RT66-A-3296
Log Board - 120x28x1900mm QTY 6
LB28-B-1900
Log Board - 120x28x575mm QTY 30
LB28-B-575
Log Board - 120x28x575mm QTY 12
LB28-C-575
Log Board - 120x28x3296mm QTY 19
LB28-A-3296
Log Board - 120x28x2600mm QTY 40
LB28-A-2600
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Roof Board - 121x16x1752mm QTY 48
MB16-1752
12
Floor Board - 121x16x2350mm QTY 28
MB16-2350
13
Fascia - 120x16x1755mm QTY 4
S16120-1755 (angled)
14 Eaves - 44x27x2600mm QTY 2
F2744-2600
15 Bearer - 44x44x2408mm QTY 2
F4444-2408-PT
16 Bearer - 44x44x3016mm QTY 8
F4444-3016-PT
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Purlin - 90x40x2604mm QTY 3
F4090-A-2604
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Log Board - 120x28x3296mm
LB28-AD-3296
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Storm Brace - 27x44x2000mm QTY 8
F2744-2000
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*All components for the Windows and Doors are
shown in the Windows and Doors instruction packs.
Closure Trim - 16x28x2400mm (approx length) QTY 13
S1628-2400
Roof Spacers QTY 5
PI-07-0208 (20x100x2mm)

Felt Tacks x200
70mm Screw x56
Pre-assembly
*Please note:
Each board interlocks at
either end in a staggered pattern.
Before securing ensure that the boards
are tted properly in their respective
tongues and grooves.
Nail Bag
40mm Screw x398
30mm Screw x78
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70mm Bolt Set x16

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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
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Example picture
2 screws per bearer per end.
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Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Step 2 (See Pre-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 4 QTY 2
No. 9 QTY 2
Place the boards (No. 4 & 9) on
to the assembled base frame
along the longest sides.
*Ensure the notches at either
end of each board are ush
and level with the ends of the
frame.
Fix each of the starter boards to
the frame by screwing through
the notch into the frame as
shown in the illustration.
4x70mm Screws
Step 3 (See Pre-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 5 QTY 16
No. 6 QTY 16
No. 8 QTY 6
No. 9 QTY 12
Following the same method
outlined in Pre-Assembly, lay
the rst 6 boards (No’s. 5, 6, 8
& 9) onto the starter boards to
create your rst level.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each
other as you lay each one.
Please Note: The short boards at the
front of the building (either side of
the door and window opening’s)
can be placed either side depending
on your needs.
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
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Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Step 1
Parts needed - No. 15 QTY 2
No. 16 QTY 8
Lay the Bearers (No. 15
& No. 16) onto a rm and level
surface (free from areas
where standing water can
collect) as shown in the
illustration.
Fix the framing together at
each corner using 8x70mm
screws, ensuring the frame is
ush.
8x70mm Screws
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15
16
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Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Following the same
method arrange the
remaining framing (No. 16)
inside the assembled frame.
*Ensure there is an equal
amount of space between
each frame.
Secure each of the frames in
place using 2x70mm screws
for each side of the bearer,
ensuring the framing remains
level.
24x70mm Screws
b
a
a
b
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws. IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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Step 4(See Pre-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 6 QTY 12
No. 7 QTY 6
No. 8 QTY 6
No. 9 QTY 12
Following the same method
outlined in Pre-Assembly , lay
the next 6 boards (No’s. 6, 7, 8
& 9) onto the assembly to
create your second level.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each
other as you lay each one.
***Doors can be hung once
the boarding has enclosed
the door frame.
***Please Note:The short boards placed
to create the opening’s for the doors &
windows can be placed either side
depending on your needs.
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 5(See Window-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 1 QTY 1
Refer to window assembly
instructions to assemble
windows/frame.

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Step 7 (See Pre-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 6 QTY 12
No. 7 QTY 6
No. 8 QTY 12
No. 9 QTY 2
Following the same method
outlined in Pre-Assembly, lay
the remaining boards (No’s. 6,
7, 8 & 9) onto the assembly to
bring the board level to the
top of the window and door
frames.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each
other as you lay each one.
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 6
Parts needed - No. 1 QTY 1
Ensure that the lip of the
window frame is located on
the inside of the building .

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910
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Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Step 8 (See Pre-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 8 QTY 1
No. 9 QTY 2
No. 10 QTY 1
Following the same method
outlined in Pre-Assembly, lay
the last two boards (No’s. 8
& 10)onto the front of the
assembly. Once in position,
place log boards WA (No. 9)
onto the sides, xing into
position by screwing through
the notches as shown in the
illustration.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each
other as you lay each one.
4x70mm Screws
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 9 (See Pre-Assembly)
Parts needed - No. 3 QTY 2
Place the gable tops (No. 3)
onto the assembly. Fix into
position by screwing
through the notches as
shown in the illustration.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each
other as you lay each one.
4x70mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
Step 10
Parts needed - No. 17 QTY 3
Align the Roof Purlin(s) (No.
17) into the cut out slots on each
gable top ensuring each purlin
interlocks the boards.
Secure the purlins at each
end by screwing through the bars
into the boards (ensure to pre-drill
to avoid the boards splitting) using
4x70mm screws per purlin.
*Please note:The gable shown is for
illustrative purposes and may dier
in width from your choice in
product.
Nevertheless, despite any
dierences
the process of xing the purlins
is the same.
12x70mm Screws
70mm
screw
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17
17
17
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
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Step 11
Parts needed - No. 11 QTY 48
Place the rst two roof
board’s (No. 11) onto the assembly
on each side, making sure the
boards are ush to the end of the
roof purlin. Once in position x to
each purlin using 3x40mm screws.
*Ensure the roof boards meet at the
top of the apex and leave an over-
hang at the bottom.
Due to natural occurences of wood
shrinkage / expansion. You maybe
required to use the provided spac-
ers and place a space of 2mm to
ensure every roof board lines up
with the truss’.
Continue adding the roof boards
along the roof, xing each one into
position using 3x40mm screws,
making sure that each board is
interlocked, ush at the bottom &
meet at the top of the apex.
The last board on each side
will overhang: Using a straight edge
and a pencil mark out a line as
a guide.
Cut along the pencil mark and
remove the excess. Place the cut
down board’s back onto the roof
and secure into place using
3x40mm screws per board.
*Please Note:This image is for
illustrative purposes and may
dier from your choice in product.
Nevertheless the process of
cutting and tting the last roof
board(s) is the same.
144x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
Step 12
Parts needed - No. 14 QTY 2
Ensuring the roof boards are
ush at the overhanging side and
meet at the apex, x the Eaves
Frames (No. 14) to the underside
of the roof boards using 9x40mm
screws as shown in the
illustration.
*Please Note: This image is for
illustrative purposes and may
dier from your choice in product.
Nevertheless the process of xing
the eaves frames is the same.
18x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
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b
a
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Step 13
Parts neeeded - No. 12 QTY 28
Place the rst oor board (No. 12)
inside the building ush to the log
board on one side. Continue adding
the oor boards (internally ) making
sure to interlock each individual board.
*Do NOTsecure the boards until
the last board has been measured
and cut.
Following the same method as before
measure the gap between the bottom
of the tongue (on the last board placed)
and the log board.
Using a straight edge mark out the
measurement onto the last oor board
(No. 12)and cut along the length
removing the excess.
**Please note:Mark the nal board
2mm under the measurement; This will
allow the timber to expand and
contract correctly.
Once all the oor boards are in position
secure each board into position using
8x40mm screws.
***Please Note:Ensure to screw through
each of the oor boards into the oor
bearers.
224x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
Roof
Closure Trim
Internal
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*Measure and cut the
closure trims to
t the internal space.
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Roof
Closure Trim
Internal
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*Measure and cut the
closure trims to
t the internal space.
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17
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
*trim to t
Step 14
Parts needed - No. 17 QTY 6
Inside the building place the closure
trim (No. 17) against the boarding
and align with the roof as shown in
the illustration.
Once in position x each trim
into place by pre drilling a pilot hole
and using 6x30mm screws per trim,
equally spacing them along the face
of the board.
36x30mm Screws
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
Step 15
Parts needed - No. 17 QTY 7
Once the oor has been laid arrange the
closure trim (No. 17) around the outside
edge of oor (internally), measure and cut
down accordingly to best match the
internal space.
Secure each trim section into place using
6x30mm spaced equally along the board
as shown in the illustration.
*Do NOT x the closure trim to the oor
boards.
42x30mm Screws
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HANDLE
WITH CARE
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4
Felt
tacks
Step 16
Parts needed - No. 20
Cut the felt into ve strips and lay
onto the roof in the order shown
in the illustration.
*Ensure there is approximately
50mm of overhanging felt each
side.
Once the felt is laid out x to the
roof using felt tacks at 100mm
intervals.
*Felt size: 2732mm
170x Felt Tacks
1. 2.
3. 4.
5.
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Step 17
Parts needed - No. 13 QTY 4
Align the fascia’s (No. 13)
with the roof and x into
place using 3x40mm
screws per fascia, making
to screw through the
fascia into the roof purlins
and eaves frame.
*Ensure the angled cuts meet
at the top of the apex.
12x40mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
40mm
screw
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It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood
treatment immediately after the building
has been assembled.
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Pre drill
hole
70mm
bolt
Step 18
Parts needed - No. 18 QTY 8
Arrange the storm braces (No. 18)
around the building (internally).
Place 2x storm braces per side
xing into place using 2x 70mm
bolts per brace making sure the
washer & nut are tightened from
the outside of the building.
*Ensure the storm braces are
secured at the highest point
possible on each side.
**Storm braces will help your
building expand and contract
properly.
***Important: Ensure each
bolt is tightened using a
washer so as not to damage
the log boards.
16x70mm Bolt Sets
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