Pro-tec SAFEGUARD LIVESTOCK SHADE SHELTER 16' X 24' User manual

PRO-TEC SAFEGUARD
LIVESTOCK SHADE SHELTER- 16' X 24'
IMPORTANT - TO THE DEALER OR ERECTOR:
RETURN THIS MANUAL TO THE OWNER FOR THEIR FUTURE REFERENCE
SIOUX STEEL COMPANY, P.O. BOX 126 , SIOUX FALLS, SOUTH DAKOTA 7101
1-800-557-4689
MANUAL NO. 197440
KAG 2/27/13
REV A-9/1/17 ECN 17-141

Dear Livestock Shade Owner,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing a SIOUX
STEEL PRO-TEC SAFEGUARD LIVESTOCK SHADE SHELTER. We believe
that it will serve you well for many years. The framework uses quality certified
structural grade steel tubing. All welded assemblies are powder coated to provide
maximum corrosion protection. We believe in providing QUALITY, RELIABILITY,
DURABILITY, VERSATILITY, and COMMITMENT to meet the needs of our
customer. Should you have any questions or comments during or following the
installation, please feel free to call your SIOUX STEEL PRO-TEC dealer or
manufacturer. We will be glad to assist you in any way we can.
IMPORTANT
Improper Site Preparation, Assembly, and Maintenance may invalidate warranty
and cause unnecessary and costly mistakes.
READ MANUAL FIRST
If you have any questions, contact your local dealer or Call:
Sioux Steel Co. at 1-800-557-4689
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PAGE 3
GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE 4
COMPONENTS PAGE 5-6
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT PAGE 7
FOUNDATION PAGE 8
FRAME ASSEMBLY PAGE 9-12
SHADE INSTALLATION PAGE 13-14
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE PAGE 15
WARRANTY STATEMENTS PAGE 16
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SAFETY
Watch for this symbol. It points out important safety
precautions. It means “Attention – Be Alert!”
DEFINITIONS:
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
When assembling livestock shade:
Use appropriate safety practices during assembly of shade. Hard hats are
recommended to prevent injury to head. Gloves and other heavy clothing are
recommended to prevent cuts and abrasions to hands and other body parts.
Beware of all pinch points when assembling shade components. Appropriate
erection equipment and proper training in the operation of this equipment, are
important factors for the safe erection of shade. Reading, understanding, and
following the instructions in this book are also very important for the safe
assembly of this building. Sioux Steel Company includes all reasonable means
for accident prevention, except a safe and careful operator.
If any decals become damaged, detached, or illegible, contact your dealer or
Sioux Steel Company at (800)-557-4689 for free replacements.
After livestock shade is complete:
To ensure shade remains safe, follow the maintenance schedule found at the
end of this manual.
If livestock shade is damaged:
If damage to shade occurs, access in or around shade should be restricted to
inspection only. Immediately contact your dealer or Sioux Steel Warranty
Department at [phone]. Repair of damages should be implemented as
soon as practical, with appropriate PRO-TEC replacement parts.
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S185800A
COLUMN WLDT- 10FT
OR
S199082
COLUMN WLDT- 15FT
QTY 1
S185801
CHANNEL- BRACE
QTY- 2
S185798
ANGLE- BRACE
QTY- 2
S197159
TUBE- 2" DIA X 96"
QTY- 2
S185797
FRAME WLDT
QTY- 2
S196347
PANEL- 16' X 24'
QTY- 1
COMPONENTS
S192144
1" RATCHET W/ 10' STRAP
(1400# RATING)
QTY- 10
S190007
TUBE- 2" X 16' SWAGED
QTY- 2
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S181886
SCREW- 1/4 X 1 1/4" DRILL
QTY- 25
S154069
WASHER- 1/2" FLAT
QTY- 12
HARDWARE
SCALE 1:1
S189515
NUT- 1/2-13 NYLOCK
QTY- 14
S166164
SCREW- 1/2-13 HHC X 5 1/2"
QTY- 8
S154035
SCREW- 1/2-13 HHC X 1 1/2"
QTY- 6
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)
Drilling Tools: 3/8” Power Drill (for drill screws)
3/16” drill bit (for pilot drilling drill screws)
Measuring Tools: Tape Measure
4' level
Hand Tools: Drift Pin (for aiding hole alignment)
Socket & Wrench Sizes 3/8” & ¾”
Impact Wrench (pneumatic or electric)
Excavating Tools: Spade Type Shovel
Equipment to dig foundation
Special Tools: Movable Scaffolding, Man Lift, or Ladders
Crane or similar device to safely lift 20 ft’ high
and 700 lbs.
Materials (Customer Supplied):
1/2" washers (4)
1/2" nuts (4)
Anchor bolts, 1/2" thread, 70 ksi min. tensile strength (4)
Duct Tape
Rope or straps to lift assembled frame
BOLT INSTALLATION
Bolts should be installed to a snug-tight condition, which is defined as: the tightness
attained by either a few impacts of an impact wrench or the full effort of a worker with a
wrench that brings the connected plates in to firm contact.
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3.250
9.192
3.250
6.500
6.500
FOUNDATION
ANCHOR LAYOUT PATTERN
CONCRETE FOUNDATION RECOMMENDATIONS
- SHELTER SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN COMPACTED SOIL WITH A BEARING
CAPACITY OF 3000PSF.
- POST REQUIRES A 2' DIAMETER DRILLED PIER X 5' DEEP.
- FOUR 1/2" DIAMETER HEADED STUD ANCHORS MUST BE EMBEDDED 8"
WITH 2" EXPOSED ABOVE CONCRETE.
- INSTALL SIX #3 VERTICAL REBAR EVENLY FOR TEMPERATURE & SHRINKAGE.
- INDIVIDUAL FOUNDATIONS SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A FOUNDATION
ENGINEER FOR STRENGTH & SOIL CONDITIONS.
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STEP 1
1.1 PLACE FRAME WELDMENTS (2) ON FLAT LEVEL SURFACE WITH DRILLED HOLES IN
THE CENTER.
1.2 BOLT FRAMES TOGETHER AS SHOWN IN ABOVE DIAGRAM. UTILIZE 1/2" X 5 1/2"
SCREW (6), 1/2" WASHER (12), AND 1/2" NYLOCK NUT (6).
BILL OF MATERIAL
S185797 (2)- FRAME WLDT
S166164 (6)- SCREW- 1/2-13 HHC X 5 1/2"
S154069 (12)- WASHER- 1/2" FLAT
S189515 (6)- NUT- 1/2-13 NYLOCK
* NOTE PLACES THAT DO NOT
HAVE SCREW INSTALLED
*
*
(1) S166164
(2) S154069
(1) S189515
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BILL OF MATERIAL
(1) S185800A- COLUMN WLDT- 10FT
OR S199082- COLUMN WLDT- 15FT
(2) S185801- CHANNEL- BRACE
(2) S166164- SCREW- 1/2-13 HHC X 5 1/2"
(4) S154035- SCREW- 1/2-13 HHC X 1 1/2"
(6) S189515- NUT- 1/2-13 NYLOCK
2.1 POSITION CENTER COLUMN IN MIDDLE OF FRAME ASSEMBLY AS SHOWN IN DIAGRAM.
2.2 ATTACH CHANNEL BRACE (2) TO FRAME ASSEMBLY AND CENTER COLUMN. UTILIZE
1/2" X 1 1/2" SCREW (4), 1/2" X 5 1/2" SCREW (2), 1/2" NYLOCK NUT (6).VERIFY CENTER
COLUMN IS PERPENDICULAR TO FRAME.
(1) S185801
STEP 2
(1) S185800A OR S199082
(1) S154035
(1) S189515
(1) S166164
(1) S189515
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(4) S181886
STEP 3
BILL OF MATERIAL
(2) S185798- ANGLE- BRACE
(2) S154035- 1/2-13 HHC X 1 1/2"
(2) S189515- NUT- 1/2-13 NYLOCK
(16) S181886- SCREW- 1/4" X 1 1/4" DRILL
3.1 ATTACH ANGLE BRACE (2) TO CENTER COLUMN AND FRAME ASSEMBLY. UTILIZE 1/2" X
1 1/2" SCREW (2), 1/2" NYLOCK NUT (2), AND 1/4" DRILL SCREWS (16).
3.2 FINISH SECURING TOP BASE OF CENTER COLUMN TO FRAME ASSEMBLY. UTILIZE
1/4" DRILL SCREWS (8).
(4) S181886
TOP
BASE
(1) S154035
(1) S189515
(1) S185798
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5.1 USING A CRANE OR OTHER SIMILAR DEVICE,
CAREFULLY LIFT FRAME ASSEMBLY INTO PLACE
ALIGNING BOLT PATTERN OF THE COLUMN BASE
PLATE WITH PIER FOUNDATION ANCHORS.
5.2 SECURE BASE PLATE OF COLUMN TO ANCHORS.
UTILIZE CUSTOMER SUPPLIED 1/2" NUTS (4) AND
1/2" WASHERS (4)
STEP 4
4.1 CAREFULLY TIP THE FRAME ASSEMBLY AS
SHOWN IN PHOTO.
4.2 ALIGN END OF COLUMN WITH PIER
FOUNDATION ANCHORS.
STEP 5
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STEP 6
STEP 7
BILL OF MATERIAL
(2) S190007- TUBE- 2" X 16' SWAGED
(2) S197159- TUBE- 2" DIA X 96"
(4) S181886- SCREW- 1/4" X 1 1/4" DRILL
TUBE ASSY
S196347
POCKET
(4) S181886- SCREW- 1/4 X 1/14" DRILL
(1) S196347- PANEL- 16' X 24'
TUBE ASSY
BILL OF MATERIAL
POCKET
ROLL DIRECTION
STEP 7.1 UNFOLD PANEL ONTO GROUND. ENSURE THERE ARE NO ROUGH OR JAGGED OBJECTS
THAT MAY DAMAGE THE PANEL.
STEP 7.2 INSERT TUBE ASSEMBLIES INTO POCKETS FOUND ON ENDS OF PANEL.
STEP 7.3 INSTALL 1/4" DRILL SCREWS ON ENDS OF TUBE ASSEMBLIES.
STEP 7.4 STARTING AT ONE END OF PANEL, ROLL PANEL UP UTILIZING THE TUBE.
(2) S181886
(1) S197159
(1) S190007
STEP 6.1 ASSEMBLE 2" TUBES AS SHOWN ABOVE AND
SECURE SWAGE CONNECTION WITH 1/4" DRILL
SCREWS (2).
STEP 6.2 WRAP SPLICE WITH DUCT TAPE.
STEP 6.3 REPEAT FOR OTHER SET OF TUBES.
(1) S181886
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STEP 8.1 USING A MAN LIFT OR LADDERS, PLACE ROLLED UP PANEL ON TOP OF FRAME ASSEMBLY.
STEP 8.2 USING (5) S192144 AT NOTCH POCKET LOCATIONS, WRAP STRAP AROUND TUBE & FRAME,
FEED THRU RATCHET, AND SLIGHTLY TIGHTEN.
STEP 8.3 UNROLL PANEL OVER TOP OF FRAME.
STEP 8.4 SECURE OTHER SIDE OF PANEL USING (5) S192144 AT NOTCH POCKET LOCATIONS, BY
WRAPPING STRAP AROUND TUBE & FRAME, FEED THRU RATCHET, AND SLIGHTLY TIGHTEN.
STEP 8.5 TIGHTEN RATCHETS EQUALLY ON BOTH SIDES OF PANEL, UNTIL PANEL IS TAUT. WHEN
TIGHTENING RATCHETS MAKE SURE PANEL IS SQUARE AND CENTERED ON FRAME.
STEP 8.6 WRAP EXCESS STRAP FROM RATCHETS AROUND FRAME.
STEP 8
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WILL RECEIVE MEASURABLE SNOW
PRIOR TO THE WINTER SEASON. THIS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SHADE
IN WARM WEATHER. CHECK TIGHTNESS ON PANELS INSTALLED IN COOLER WEATHER AN THE
NOTE: PANELS INSTALLED IN COOLER WEATHER MAY RELAX MORE THAT PANELS INSTALLED
FIRST AVAILABLE SUNNY DAY AND ADJUST CABLES AS NECESSARY. SEVERE WEATHER CON-
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: FAILURE TO CARRY OUT ABOVE STEPS WILL INVALIDATE WARRANTY.
PANEL IS ROLLED UP IN AREAS THAT
DITIONS MAY ALSO AFFECT THE PANEL. CHECK PANEL AFTER SUCH CONDITIONS OCCUR.
WILL ASSIST IN PREVENTING DAMAGE
WINTER STORAGE
TO THE LIVESTOCK SHADE SHELTER.
WARNING: FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
EXPOSURE TO ANY HEAT SOURCE FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
PANEL MATERIAL. EXHAUST GASES, SPACE HEATER, WELDING SPARKS, ETC. SHOULD NOT BE
ALLOWED TO GET NEAR THE PANEL PORTION OF THE SHADE. SIOUX STEEL COMPANY WILL NOT
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR LIABILITIES RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO HEED THIS
WARNING. THE PANEL MATERIAL STARTS TO DETERIORATE AT EXPOSURE TO 180 TEMPERATURE
FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME. PREVENT PROLONGED CONTACT FROM ANY HEAT SOURCE TO INSURE
MAXIMUM PROTECTION TO THIS MATERIAL. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT SIOUX STEEL
COMPANY.
ONE WEEK INSPECTION
- THE KEY VISUAL INDICATOR OF ADEQUATE TENSION ON THE PANEL IS TO ENSURE THE PANEL IS
NOT SAGGING BETWEEN FRAMES. CHECK THE RATCHET STRAPS FOR TIGHTNESS AND ADJUST
AS NECESSARY
- PUNCTURES IN THE PANEL CAUSED BY ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE SHOULD BE REPAIRED IMMEDIATELY.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SIOUX STEEL PRO-TEC DEALER OR MANUFACTURER FOR SERVICE
INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT
- THE PANEL ON YOUR LIVESTOCK SHADE MAY RELAX AFTER INSTALLATION. IT IS CRITICAL TO
KEEP THE PANEL TAUT (SNUG) OVER THE FRAME TO PREVENT WEAR AND ENSURE LONG LIFE.
TIGHTEN RATCHETS AS REQUIRED.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
- REPEAT 1 WEEK INSPECTION (LISTED ABOVE) A MINIMUM OF (4) TIMES A YEAR.
- CHECK BASE PLATE ANCHOR STUDS AND NUTS TO ASSURE THEY ARE TIGHT.
- CHECK FOR PREMATURE WEAR OF PANEL, ESPECIALLY WHERE TENSION IS APPLIED AND WHERE
THERE IS DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE STEEL FRAME.
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Revised 07/14/2017
N EW P RODUCT W ARRANTY
P RO -T EC B UILDINGS
LIMITED
WARRANTY
FOR
NEW
SIOUX
STEEL
COMPANY
PRODUCTS
A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
. “Sioux Steel” means Sioux Steel Company, 196 1/2 East Sixth Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104. The warranties
described below are provided by Sioux Steel to the original purchasers of new products purchased from Sioux Steel or from an authorized Sioux Steel Dealer
(the “Products”). Under these warranties, Sioux Steel will, at its option, repair or replace at its factory any Product covered under these warranties which is
found to be defective in material and workmanship during the applicable warranty term or refund the purchase price paid for the defective Product. Customer
will be responsible for labor charges for removing the defective Product and reinstalling the repaired or replacement Product, any premium charge for overtime
labor requested of Sioux Steel and shipping charges to and from Sioux Steel’s factory. These warranties are not transferrable.
B. WARRANTY PERIOD
. Subject to exclusions and limitations set forth herein, each new Product is warranted for the number of years specified
below.
Each warranty term begins from the date of purchase regardless of delay in receipt of the Product by Customer due to the time required to process, handle,
ship, assemble, construct and install the Product. Customer must retain proof of the date of purchase. Replacement parts for and repairs to the Product will
be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty term. The replacement parts for or repairs to the Product will not extend the warranty term beyond
the original warranty term. Products described below include all parts, components and accessories.
PROTEC BUILDINGS
Pro-Tec Poultry Buildings 1 Year
Safeguard Livestock Shade 1 Year
Pro-Tec Single Tube (24’, 30’, and 36’) Buildings 3 Years
All Other Powder-Coated Pro-Tec Buildings in Livestock (other than Poultry) and Chemical Storage Applications 7 Years, Prorated Monthly
All Other Powder-Coated Pro-Tec Buildings Except those in Livestock and Chemical Storage Applications 15 Years, Prorated Monthly
All Other Hot-Dip Galvanized Pro-Tec Buildings 15 Years, Prorated Monthly
Fabricated Tarp Materials (covers) 15 Years, Prorated Monthly
Fabricated Tarp Materials for End Panels (All Pro-Tec Buildings) ; Rollup Sides; Curtains and Doors; Track Doors; Quarter
Panels and Half Moon End Panels ( On all Building Models) 3 Years, Prorated Monthly
Proration credit will be given toward the purchase price for the replacement of fabric and tarp materials, based on Sioux Steel’s current price list at the time the
warranty claim is made. 15 Year Proration Schedule: 7 Year Proration Schedule:
Year 1 = 93% Year 4 – 73% Year 7 – 53% Year 10 = 33% Year 13 = 13% Year 1 = 86% Year 4 = 43% Year 7 = 0%
Year 2 = 87% Year 5 = 67% Year 8 = 47% Year 11 = 27% Year 14 = 7% Year 2 = 72% Year 5 = 29%
Year 3 = 80% Year 6 = 60% Year 9 = 40% year 12 = 20% Year 15 = 0% Year 3 = 58% Year 6 = 15%
Exclusions specific to Pro-Tec Buildings: Damage or loss of any kind from (1) exposure of the fabric cover or end panel material to any heat source for any
length of time; (2) a failure to properly compact and engineer soils; (3) a failure to properly construct footings and foundations; and (4) exposure to conditions
in excess of the design wind and snow load specifications. NOTICE: Caustic and corrosive environments can result from live animal operations or
storage of caustic materials. Sioux Steel reserves the right to exclude from warranty under D(4) if conditions are deemed by it as extreme.
C. ITEMS COVERED SEPARATELY
. The Sioux Steel warranties do not cover any parts, components or materials that are part of the Product, or used in
conjunction with the Product, that are not manufactured by Sioux Steel. Such parts, components and materials will be subject to the warranties provided by
the manufacturer, if any.
D. WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED
.
Sioux Steel does not warrant and is not responsible for the following: (1) used products; (2) modification or alteration of
the Products; (3) Products that have not been properly installed or not installed in accordance with the instruction manual, improper assembly, or improper
construction by any persons other than Sioux Steel employees; (4) depreciation, damage or loss caused by the use of parts, components or accessories not
provided by Sioux Steel, unauthorized repairs, normal wear, lack of necessary and proper maintenance, a failure to follow operating
instructions/recommendations, misuse, lack of proper protection during storage, vandalism or theft, exposure to the elements or corrosive materials, accidents
or acts of nature including lightning, flooding, hail, straight winds and tornadoes; and (5) cosmetic damage or damage that does not hinder the functionality of
the Products.
E. LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND CUSTOMER’S REMEDIES
. To the extent permitted by law, neither Sioux Steel, the Dealer n
or any person or
company affiliated with either of them makes any warranties, representations, conditions or promises express or implied as to the quality, performance or
freedom from defects of the Products covered by these warranties other than those set forth herein. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NEITHER SIOUX STEEL, THE DEALER, NOR ANY PERSON OR COMPANY
AFFILIATED WITH EITHER OF THEM WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOST PROFITS AND REVENUES, LOST USE OF THE PRODUCTS OR ANY OTHER PROPERTY, BODILY INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS OF ANY PERSON, LOST COMMODITIES, REMOVAL OR STORAGE COSTS FOR THE PRODUCTS, OTHER EQUIPMENT
AND COMMODITIES, DAMAGE TO THE ENVIRONMENT ARISING FROM OR IN ANY MANNER RELATED TO ANY RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS, AND REMEDIATION EXPENSES THEREFORE, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL
BASIS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO INSTANCE WILL SIOUX STEEL, THE DEALER OR ANY PERSON OR
COMPANY AFFILIATEDWITH EITHER OF THEM BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER OR ANY PERSON IN AN AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE PAID BY CUSTOMER FOR THE PRODUCT.
F. NO DE
ALER WARRANTY
. THE DEALER HAS NO AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, CONDITION OR PROMISE ON
BEHALF OF SIOUX STEEL, OR TO MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS WARRANTY IN ANY WAY.
G. GOVERNING LAW/VENUE
. These warranties, and all terms s
et forth herein, are governed by the laws of the State of South Dakota and, where
applicable, the laws of the United States of America. Any and all disputes arising from these warranties, the purchase and use of the Products, bodily injury
and property damage claims or otherwise must be venued in the South Dakota Circuit Court sitting in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. Customer agrees to
such venue and waives any challenge to such court’s jurisdiction based upon lack of personal jurisdiction or inconvenience.
H. SECURING WARRANTY SERVICE
. In order to receive warranty services, customer must give Sioux Steel written noti
ce of a warranty claim within 3
days of the date of discovery of the defective materials or workmanship, and Customer must complete the following steps:
(1) Obtain from Sioux Steel a Return Goods Authorization Number (“RMA Number”) by calling the Customer Service
Department at 1-800-557-4689, and providing the following information:
An explanation as to why the Product is being returned.
The name of the territory representative, Dealer or Sioux Steel salesperson from whom the Product was
purchased.
The Dealer’s identification number.
The invoice number and date of purchase.
Customer’s name, phone number, fax number, mailing address and email address.
The date that the Product will be returned.
(2) Pay the shipping charges to ship the Product to Sioux Steel’s factory, and the return shipping charges.
(3) Ship the Product to Sioux Steel at 196 1/2 East Sixth Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104.