For installing paneling and windows, follow thesame general instructions as those given for the endwall. However, be sure that the girts are in a straightline before impaling panels onto shoulder bolts. It isimportant to block the girts in a straight line withcrating lumber cut to the correct length. The drawingsshould be checked for proper location of shoulderbolts. The first shoulder bolt should be 12 inches fromthe center of the column, then 12 inches on center(OC).Recheck the plumb of the center frame. Adjust thebrace rods to plumb if necessary. Check the drawingsfor the location of base angles.The upper wall panels must overlap the lower wallpanels for weathertightness. Remember to usemetal-backed neoprene washers and No. 10 hex nutson shoulder bolts. Use machine screws (1/4 by 3/4inch) for panel-to-panel connections at side laps.ROOF ASSEMBLIES.— Since the roof panelsare factory-punched for panel-to-purlin connection,the purlins must be accurately aligned. Spacer boardsconstructed from crating lumber can be used to alignpurlins, as shown in figure 9-7. Move the spacerboards ahead to the next bay as the panelingprogresses. Before you actually start paneling the roof,place the spacer board over the shoulder bolts andinsert nails in the 5/16-inch holes in the ridge purlins.Start roof paneling at one end of the building.Place the panels so the holes in the corrugation lineupwith the shoulder bolts in the roof beam, cave angles,and ridge purlins. Install one cave panel to each sideof the building. The cave panels should be installedFigure 9-7.-Aligning purlins with spacer board.one row ahead of the ridge panels (see fig. 9-8). Beforeproceeding with the work, make sure you are applyingenough black mastic or sealant. Roof paneling shouldcontinue in this order to ensure a weathertight joint atthe corner laps. However, you should check thedrawings for the location and installation of the smokestacks and ridge ventilation.DOORS AND WINDOWS.— Doorjambs can behung anytime after the end-wall structural parts arecompleted, But, they must be hung before installing theinterior lining. A helpful hint is to hang the doors beforeinstalling the exterior end-wall paneling, This makesadjustments on the door frame easier.Hinges are factory-welded to the doorjamb, and theentrance doors are supposed to swing to the inside ofthe building. Remove the hinge leaf from the doorjamband attach it to the door with 1-inch No. 10 flatheadwood screws. Hang the door and make adjustments toget the proper clearances at the top and sides of the door.Install the lockset in the door and attach the faceplate tothe door with 3/4-inch No. 8 flathead wood screws.Attach the strike plate to the doorjamb with 1/2-inchNo. 8 flathead machine screws.Figure 9-8.-Installing ridge and eave panels.9-6
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