ABSCO SHEDS 15151SK - User Manual

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Absco Industries Assembly Instruction Manual Model: CYC15 02/03/2021 1.0

N3/C1 FRAME KIT

FOR 1.5m WIDE TO

1.5m DEEP MODELS

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This kit is applicable to the following sheds:

The addition of this frame kit will increase the

wind rating of the speciﬁed sheds to

Wind rating: N3/C1 as per AS4055-2012.

Suitable for speciﬁc cyclonic regions

15151GK

15151SK

15141RK

WARNING: This shed must be anchored to a

100mm thick concrete slab with the concrete

anchors supplied.

Failure to do so will result in the shed not

having the structural integrity required to

endure a severe storms or cyclonic event.

WARNING: Doors must remain closed with

all padbolts properly secured during severe

storms or cyclonic event.

Where information conﬂicts with the original

non-cyclonic instruction manual, this

document is to be referenced.

View of frame kit

applied to

15151GK

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This document describes the N3/C1 Frame Kit for 1.5m wide to 1.5m deep Absco sheds, designed to enhance their wind rating to N3/C1 as per AS4055-2012, making them suitable for specific cyclonic regions. The kit is applicable to shed models 15151GK, 15151SK, and 15141RK.

Function Description:

The N3/C1 Frame Kit provides additional structural bracing and fastening to existing Absco sheds, increasing their resistance to severe storms and cyclonic events. It involves the installation of internal frame sections, additional fasteners, and specific anchoring methods to reinforce the shed's walls, roof, and doors. The kit is intended to be integrated with the original shed structure, and in cases of conflicting information, this document takes precedence over the original non-cyclonic instruction manual.

Important Technical Specifications:

Wind Rating: N3/C1 as per AS4055-2012.
Applicable Shed Models: 15151GK, 15151SK, 15141RK.
Bracing Material: 80 x 40 mm galvanised steel channel, similar to that used in steel house framing. Some channels require cutting to specific lengths.
Fasteners:
- 8G x 3/8" Self Tapping Screw (FAST001): Used for additional reinforcement at 148mm and 296mm centres.
- 3/16" x 1/2" Pan HD Bolt (FAST002)
- 3/16" Nyloc Nut (FAST003)
- 3mm Pop Rivet Pack (FAST009)
- 10G x 5/8" Wafer Tek Screw (FAST014)
- Hex HD Tek Screw w/ Neo Washer 10-16x16mm (FAST033): Used for boxing frame sections and fixing roof bracing.
Anchoring: M10 Dynabolt M10 Nut & Bolt Bracket (FAST038) for concrete slab. Requires drilling into a 100mm thick concrete slab with a masonry bit. Minimum slab edge distance of 60mm.
Number of Anchors: 12 anchors in total, 3 per wall, spaced evenly. Door studs have a single anchor through a BKT17, fixed by four tek screws.
Door Bracing Components:
- Door Stud (S1785)
- Door Stud Extension (C0400)
- Door Brace Horizontal (K0640)
- Door Brace Vertical (C1555)
- Padbolt (FAST006)
- Padbolt Hasp (FAST007)
- Door Plate (CO12A)
- Multipurpose Bracket (BKT17)
- Corner Bracket (BKT10)
Frame Pack Components:
- Front Wall (C0660)
- Back Wall (C1460)
- Side Wall (C1220)
- Roof Brace (C1470)
Frame Section Identification Guide:
- First letter of part number indicates notching type (e.g., C for straight cut, K for 20mm Tab notch on both ends).
- Digits represent overall length in mm (e.g., K2940 is 2940mm long with 20mm Tab notch at each end).

Usage Features:

Site Preparation: The shed site must be level. The shed must be erected on a reinforced concrete slab and appropriately anchored. If using a rebated slab, all frame uprights (S1785) need to be trimmed by 25mm.
Assembly:
- Requires reading instructions thoroughly and identifying all parts from the "COMPONENTS PACKING LIST."
- Local authority approval is required before construction.
- Bracing material (80 x 40 mm galvanised steel channel) may require cutting with a hacksaw.
- Boxing Frame Sections: Horizontal wall frame sections are "boxed" by sliding the 38mm side of one channel into the 40mm side of another. These are then fixed with tek screws, alternating screw positions on opposing sides, aligned 296mm apart (approximately 2 sheet corrugations).
- Self-Drilling Tek Screws: Installation requires an electric or battery drill with slow speed and high torque settings. The supplied driver bit is used. Apply moderate pressure and start slowly until the screw threads "bite" into the metal, then increase speed.
- Door Bracing: If the door is already assembled, diagonal door braces must be removed. Brace holes are sealed with pop rivets (FAST007). Door frame components are placed on a flat surface, fixed with one tek screw per join, squared, and then fixed with a second tek screw. A third hinge is installed midway along the door channel and jamb using 3mm pre-drilled holes and 3x FAST007 pop rivets. Additional padbolts (FAST006) are installed vertically (with FAST005 nuts and FAST004 bolts) and horizontally (with CO12A door plate, FAST007 hasp, and FAST001 self-tapping screws). 10mm holes are drilled in the jamb and channel to align with padbolt shafts.
- Wall Bracing:
  - Front Wall: A horizontal boxed section is placed at 870mm height and tek-screwed. It must be pushed firmly against the side wall. Secured to the rear wall with tek screws at 148mm spacings from outside.
  - Back Wall: Two frame sections are boxed (not tek-screwed yet), placed against the rear wall, and slid apart until they contact both side walls. Then secured to the rear wall with tek screws at 148mm spacings from outside.
  - Side Walls (opposite door): Two frame pieces are partially boxed (not tek-screwed yet), placed against previously installed wall bracing, and slid apart until contact is made with it and the brace on the other wall.
  - Side Walls (door side): Two frame pieces are partially boxed (not tek-screwed yet). One end is placed 120mm from the outside of the front wall. Pieces are slid apart until contact is made with the back wall brace. For 15141RK, C1220 should be trimmed to 1190mm.
  - Horizontal wall framing is fixed together and then to the side wall from outside at 148mm spacings.
  - Corner brackets (BKT10) secure rear, side, and front wall braces using four tek screws, pre-drilled with a 3mm drill bit.
- Door Studs: Single frame members with a cutout for wall bracing. S1785 has a rebate to fit over the wall brace. Slide the door stud over the wall channel, align, and fix to wall bracing with two tek screws. Fix to wall sheet from outside with tek screws at 296mm spacing. Multipurpose brackets (BKT17) are fixed at the top and bottom of each door stud with tek screws.
- Roof Bracing: Align roof framing along the midpoint of the roof, perpendicular to corrugations (may require two people). Trace one edge of the channel onto the roof sheet, then mark 20mm in for the bracing centreline. Drill a hole in every 2nd flat section of the roof sheet. Fix framing from outside with hex head tek screws with neoprene washers. Place BKT17 at either end of the roof brace using 8 tek screws. The roof lip may need removal for screw fitting.
Safety Notes: Some parts have sharp edges; gloves and safety glasses are advisable. Sensible shoes are recommended. Do not erect in windy conditions. Two or more people are recommended for erection. Product requires a two-person lift if over 40kg.
Severe Weather Operation: Doors must remain closed with all padbolts properly secured during severe storms or cyclonic events.

Maintenance Features:

Regular Checks: Ridge capping, sheeting joins, and screw fixings should be checked regularly to ensure maximum strength and protection, as minor deformations may allow some water entry during extreme weather.
Waterproofing: Waterproof sealants can be used around joins and screw fixings where required. Rubber door seals are also available.
Swarf Removal: Ensure tiny particles of steel debris ("Swarf") from cutting, grinding, or drilling operations are removed after construction to prevent surface deterioration of panels.
Storage Guidelines: Absco sheds are weatherproof for normal conditions. However, driving windy rain may cause leaks, and condensation can occur in extreme temperatures. Storage items prone to moisture damage should be protected (e.g., covered with plastic sheets, stacked on timber slats).
Slab Sealing: Placement of waterproof sealants (silicone) between the shed base and concrete slab is NOT recommended, as this can trap water and cause accumulation.

Warranty:

Absco Sheds come with a Lifetime structural warranty from the date of purchase, covering missing or damaged parts. Warranty registration can be done online or by mail. Claims require proof of purchase. The manufacturer bears the cost of replacing/repairing products and reasonable direct expenses of claiming. For replacements, parts are sent to the nearest reseller within 20 working days. For assessments, an assessor is appointed within 10 working days. The manufacturer bears repair costs. The customer bears assembly costs for replacement products. The warranty does not cover issues arising from improper assembly, storage of corrosive materials, damage from storms/wind/rain/snow/poor foundations, or surface deterioration from unremoved swarf. The product is weatherproof to a certain level, but leaks and condensation can occur. It is intended for garden equipment storage, not articles prone to moisture damage.