Arrow VD86 Series Use and care manual

* Size rounded off to the nearest foot

BUILDINGDIMENSIONS

CAUTION: SOME PARTS HAVE SHARP EDGES. CARE

MUST BE TAKEN WHEN HANDLING THE VARIOUS PIECES

TO AVOID A MISHAP. FOR SAFETY SAKE, PLEASE READ

SAFETY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL

BEFORE BEGINNING CONSTRUCTION. WEAR GLOVES

WHEN HANDLING METAL PARTS.

705340805

Model No. VD86

VR86 697.68616

Owner's Manual &Assembly Instructions

Exterior Dimensions Interior Dimensions Door

*Approx. Foundation Storage Area (Roof Edge to Roof Edge) (Wall to Wall) Opening

Size Size Sq. Ft. Cu. Ft. Width Depth Height Width Depth Height Width Height

8' x 6' 97 1/2" x 68 3/4" 43 271 99 3/4" 71 1/4" 79 1/8" 94 3/4" 66" 77 7/8" 43 1/2" 69 1/4"

2,4m x 1,7m 248cm x 175cm 4,0m27,7m3253cm 181cm 201cm 241cm 168cm 198cm 110cm 176cm

Owner's Manual

Before beginning construction, check local building codes regarding footings, location

and other requirements. Study and understand this owner's manual.

Important information and helpful tips will make your construction easier and more

enjoyable.

Assembly Instructions: Instructions are supplied in this manual and contain all

appropriate information for your building model. Review all instructions before you begin,

and during assembly, follow the step sequence carefully for correct results.

Foundation andAnchoring:Yourstoragebuilding must be anchoredto preventwind

damage.A foundation is also necessary as a base in order to construct a square and level

building. Anchoring and foundation materials are not included with your building. We

recommend the combined use of an Arrow Floor Foundation Kit and an Arrow

Anchoring Kit as an effective method of securing your building to the ground (Available

by mail order or at your local dealer) or you may construct the foundation and anchoring

system of your choice.Your assembly instructions provide information on a few methods

commonly used to secure and level a storage building.

Parts and Parts List: Check to be sure that you have all the necessary parts for your

building.

•All part numbers can be found on the parts. All of these numbers (before the -) must agree with the

numbers on the parts list. The parts list is located on page 12.

•If you find that a part is missing, include the model number of your building and contact:

Arrow Group Industries, Inc. Customer Service Department

Route 50 East Breese, Illinois 62230

1-800-851-1085

•Separate contents of the carton by the part number while reviewing parts list. The first few steps

show how to join related parts to make larger sub assemblies which will be used later.

•Familiarize yourself with the hardware and fasteners for easier use during construction. These are

packaged within the carton. Note that extra fasteners have been supplied for your convenience.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN....

Selecting and Preparing Your Site: Before assembly, you will want to decide on

a location for your building. The best location is a level area with good drainage.

•Allow enough working space for ease of moving parts into position during assembly. Be sure there

will be enough space at entrance for doors to open fully and enough space around the building to

be able to fasten the panel screws from the outside.

•Before you begin the first steps in assembling your parts, a foundation should be constructed and

an anchoring system should be ready to use.

Watch the Weather: Be sure the day you select to install your building is dry and calm.

Do not attempt to assemble your building on a windy day. Be careful on wet or muddy

ground.

Teamwork: Whenever possible, two or more people should work together to assemble

your building. One person can position parts or panels while the other is able to handle

the fasteners and the tools.

Tools and Materials: These are some basic tools and materials you will need for the

construction of your building. Decide which method of anchoring and the type of

foundation you wish to use in order to form a complete list of the materials you will need.

FoundationPreparation

•HammerandNails

• Spade or Shovel

• Hand Saw / Power Saw

•Lumberand/orConcrete

OptionalTime-Savers

• Wrench / Nut Driver

• Electric / Cordless Drill

•Square

• String (for squaring frame)

Required

• Work Gloves

•Step Ladder

• Utility Knife / Scissors

• Pliers

•Carpenter'sLevel

•TapeMeasure

Required

• Eye Goggles

• No. 2 Phillips Screwdriver

(With Hardened Magnetic Tip)

Note: A power screwdriver or vari-

able speed drill with Phillips-tip at-

tachment can speed assembly by

as much as 40%.

PLAN AHEAD....

Safety precautions are important to follow throughout the construction of your building.

•Care must be taken when handling various

pieces of your building since some contain

sharp edges. Please wear work gloves, eye

protectionandlongsleeveswhenassembling

orperforming anymaintenanceonyourbuild-

ing.

•Practicecautionwiththetoolsbeingusedinthe

assembly of this building. Be familiar with the

operation of all power tools.

•Never concentrate your total weight on the

roof of the building. When using a step ladder

make sure that it is fully open and on even

ground before climbing on it.

•Keepchildrenandpetsawayfromworksiteto

avoid distractions and any accidents which

mayoccur.

•Donotattempttoassemble the building if parts

are missing because any building left partially

assembled may be seriously damaged by light

winds. Call 1-800-851-1085

•Do not attempt to assemble the building on a

windyday,becausethe large panels acting as a

"sail",canbewhippedaboutbythewindmaking

construction difficult and unsafe.

SAFETY FIRST....

safetyedge

sharpedge

Finish: For long lasting finish, periodically clean and wax the exterior surface. Touch-

up scratches as soon as you notice them on your unit. Immediately clean the area with

a wire brush; wash it and apply touch-up paint per manufacturer's recommendation.

Roof: Keep roof clear of leaves and snow with long handled, soft-bristled broom. Heavy

amounts of snow on roof can damage building making it unsafe to enter. In snow country,

Roof Strengthening Kits are available for most Arrow Buildings for added protection

against heavy snow accumulation.

Doors: Always keep the door tracks clear of dirt and other debris that prevent them from

sliding easily. Lubricate door track annually with furniture polish or silicone spray. Keep

doors closed and locked to prevent wind damage.

Fasteners: Use all washers supplied to protect against weather infiltration and to protect

the metal from being scratched by screws.Regularly check your building for loose screws,

bolts, nuts, etc. and retighten them as necessary.

Moisture: A plastic sheet (vapor barrier) placed under the entire floor area with good

ventilation will reduce condensation.

Other Tips....

• Wash off inked part numbers on coated panels with soap and water.

• Silicone caulking may be used for watertight seals throughout the building.

Do not store swimming pool chemicals in your building. Combustibles and

corrosives must be stored in air tight approved containers.

Keep this Owner's Manual and Assembly Instructions for future reference.

CARE & MAINTENANCE....

A5 Web

ACCESSORIES....

A6 WEB

* Some drilling required to fit buildings without mid-wall bracing.

ModelNo.SS404

• Makes 8" to 12" (20-30cm)

wide shelves in any length.

• Brackets, braces,

hardwareincluded.

Lumber is not included.

ModelNo.SS900-A

• Grey color

• 3 shelves

• Holds up to 85 lbs. (38kg)

(even weight distribution)

Heavy-duty, galvanized steel shelf units help organize storage

space. They easily mount on the wall or sit on the floor. Fits all

Arrowbuildings.*

SHELF UNITS

Must be drilled for use as workbench in Estator.

+ Even weight distribution.

10'Long,250lb.(113kg)load+

Fits all Arrow 10' wide buildings. 16 lbs. (7kg)AT101

Model No. Fits ShippingWeight

ATTIC KIT / WORKBENCH KIT

Heavy-duty galvanized steel bars that

fit all 10' wide Arrow buildings. They

install quickly and easily to help

organizespaceandcreatemore

useable space as an attic or

workbench. Will hold up to 250 lbs.

(113kg)evenlydistributed.

ANCHOR KIT

Model No. AK100

New concrete anchor system permits

anchoringanysizeArrowbuilding

directly to a concrete slab. Each kit

containsheavy-duty,hot-dipped

galvanizedsteelcornergussets and

perimeter clips which fit over the floor

frame and lag bolt into a concrete slab.

Full assembly instructions and a 1/4"

masonarydrillbit are included.

TOOL HANGING RACK

Model No. TH100

Theperfecttool organizer.Twin

25 1/2" (65cm) steel channels

plus five heavy-duty snap-in

hangers and a small tool holder for

screwdrivers,pliers, etc. Holders

slide along channel for fully

adjustablespacing.Greatfor

garage,basement, or the back

of any door. Fits all Arrow

storagebuildings.

ROOFSTRENGTHENING (heavysnowload)KITSExtra roof beams and gable braces

designedforaddedprotectionagainstheavysnowaccumulation.Increasesthestrengthofyourroofby50%.

ANCHOR KIT

Model No. AK4

Anchor Kit contains heavy-duty steel

augers, 60' (18m) of steel cable and 4 cable

clamps.Nodigging or concrete

pouring,justinsert cable under roof,

over roof beams, into augers and twist

augersintotheground.Forbuildings

larger than 10'x9', use 2 kits.

FLOOR FOUNDATION KITS

MODELS FB47410, FB5465, FB106-A

FB109-A AND FB1014-A

A simple new floor frame system made of heavy-duty, hot-dipped

galvanized steel. Use as foundation for plywood, sand or stone.

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The Foundation For Your Building

FRONT

(DOOR)

FRONT

(DOOR)

Foundation

Note:Finished Slabdimensions,with lumberremoved.

OPTION 1: ARROW FLOOR FOUNDATION KIT: (Order No. FB106-A or 68381-A)

Arrowhas the best base for your building in this simple kit. It keeps stored items abovetheground. Thisfoundation shouldbeused

with one of the following:

A. To support a plywood deck B. To be filled with sand. We recommend the combined use of

1.anARROWFLOORFOUNDATIONKITand2.anARROWANCHORINGKITasaneffectivemethodofsecuringthebuildingtothe

ground. Allow 1 - 2 hours for construction.

OPTION 2: Wood Platform

If you decide to build your own foundation, be sure to select the appropriate materials.

Thesearetherecommendedmaterialsforyourfoundation:

●2 x 4's (5cm x 10cm) Pressure Treated Lumber ●5/8" (1,5cm) 4 x 8 (122cm x 244cm) Plywood-exterior grade

●10 & 4 penny Galvanized Nails ●Concrete Blocks (optional)

The platform should be level and flat (free of bumps, ridges etc.)

to provide good support for the building. The necessary materials

may be obtained from your local lumber yard.

Toconstruct the foundationfollowinstructions and diagram.

Constructframe (using10 pennygalvanizednails)

Measure 16"/24" (40,6cm/61cm) sections to construct

insideframe(seediagram)

Secureplywoodto frame (using 4 penny galvanized nails)

Allow 6 - 7 hours for construction.

OPTION 3: Concrete Slab

The slab should be at least 3" to 4" (8-10cm) thick. It must be level and flat to provide good support for the frame.

The following are the recommended materials for your foundation.

●1 x 4's (2,5cm x 10cm) (will be removed once the concrete cures)

●Concrete ●Sheet of 6 mil plastic

●We recommend for a proper strength concrete to use a mix of:

1 part cement ●3 parts pea sized gravel ●2 1/2 parts clean sand

PreparetheSite/ConstructaFoundation

1. Dig a square, 6" (15cm) deep into the ground (remove grass).

2. Fill up to 4" (10cm) in the square with gravel and tamp firm.

3. Cover gravel with a sheet of 6 mil plastic.

4. Construct a wood frame using four planks of 1x4 (2,5cm x 10cm)

lumber.

5. Pour in concrete to fill in the hole and the frame giving a

total of 4" (8-10cm) thick concrete. Be sure surface is level.

Allow 3 - 5 hours for construction and a week for concrete curing time.

Note:Platform/Slab willextend 9/16"(1,4cm) beyondfloor

frame on all four sides. Seal this 9/16" of wood with a

roofing cement (not included), or bevel this 9/16" of

concretewhen pouring, for good waterdrainage.

97 1/2"

2,47m

16"/24"

40,6cm/61cm

68 3/4"

1,75m

97 1/2"

2,47m

68 3/4"

1,75m

It is important that the entire floor frame be anchored after the building is erected.

Belowarerecommendedwaysofanchoring.

Anchoring Down The Building

Anchoring

A10

ArrowAnchoringKit:(ModelNo.AK100or68383)

Recommendedforusewiththeconcretefoundation.

Contains:Cornergussets,perimeterclips,hardware,

1/4" masonary drill bit and installation instruction.

AnchoringintoConcrete:

1. For poured concrete slab or footing or patio blocks:

Use 1/4" x 2" Lag Screws.

2. For Anchor Post of Concrete poured after building is

erected: Use 1/4" x 6" Lag Screws.

ArrowAnchoringKit:(ModelNo.AK4or60298)

Recommendedforuse withanysuggestedbase.

Contains:4AnchorswithCable,Clampsand

installationinstruction.

AnchoringintoWood/Post:

Use 1/4" Wood Screws. There are 1/4" (0,63cm) dia.

holesprovidedin theframesforproperanchoring.

OVERTHEBEAMS

AND INTO THE GROUND

1. 2.

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