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Heartland VALUE Series User Manual

Heartland VALUE Series
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Heartland VALUE Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CapacityVaries by model (e.g., 42 cu ft, 70 cu ft)
AssemblyAssembly Required
LockableYes
DimensionsVaries by model
Color Optionsgray

Summary

Customer Support and Online Resources

Contact Customer Service

Provides phone number for assembly and general inquiries.

Online Support Options

Details for help requests, FAQs, and live chat.

Installer Recruitment Program

Join Our Team

Information on becoming a backyard installer with earning potential.

Product Review Sweepstakes

How to Enter the Sweepstakes

Steps to review your product for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card.

Assembly Manual Overview

Before You Begin Assembly

Key steps and considerations before starting shed assembly.

Customer Service for Missing/Damaged Parts

Contact information for assistance with product issues.

Tools and Assembly Aids

Required and Optional Tools

List of tools needed for assembly and optional items.

Helpful Reminder Symbols

Explanation of symbols used throughout the manual for guidance.

Lumber and Trim Orientation

Orienting for Best Appearance

Guidance on orienting lumber and trim for optimal visual results.

Additional Materials

Foundation or Floor Materials

Information about foundation and floor materials not included in the kit.

Optional Reinforced Wood Floor Frame

Details on materials needed for an optional reinforced floor frame.

Materials for Completing the Shed

Required Materials for Completion

List of materials needed to finish the shed, including siding and roofing.

Optional Materials for Shed

List of optional materials for customization and finishing touches.

Floor Panels and Fasteners

Details on required floor panels and associated fasteners for floor construction.

Parts Identification and List

Part Identification System

Explanation of double-letter part identification and stamping locations.

Wood Size Conversion Chart

Table for converting nominal board sizes to actual dimensions.

12' x 12' Gable Parts List

Categorized list of parts required for the 12'x12' gable shed assembly.

Panel and Door Components

Panel and Door Parts

List of all panel and door components required for the shed structure.

Roof Panel Components

List of all roof panel parts needed for the shed roof assembly.

Loft and Shelf Components

List of parts for constructing loft and shelf systems within the shed.

Fasteners and Hardware

Nail Boxes

Illustration and identification of nail boxes included in the kit.

Fastener/Hardware Bags

Illustration and identification of fastener and hardware bags.

Other Hardware Components

List and illustration of miscellaneous hardware items not shown to scale.

Gable Extender Kit Parts

12' x 4' Extender Parts

List of parts required for the 12'x4' gable extender kit.

12' x 8' Extender Parts

List of parts required for the 12'x8' gable extender kit.

Concrete Foundation Installation

Foundation Requirements by Shed Size

Material requirements for concrete foundations based on shed dimensions.

Foundation Installation Notes

Important guidelines for installing on concrete, including materials and clearance.

Optional Wood Frame Floor Leveling

Recommended Leveling Method

Detailed instructions for the preferred 4x4 treated runners leveling method.

Leveling Methods and Materials

Overview of leveling options and required materials for floor support.

Leveling and Squaring the Floor Frame

Checking Floor Frame Squareness

Procedure for ensuring the floor frame is square using diagonal measurements.

Securing the Floor Frame to Runners

Steps for attaching the frame to the 4x4 runners for stability.

Floor Panel Installation

Floor Panel Placement and Leveling

Guidance on placing floor panels and ensuring the frame remains level.

Assembly Procedure Hints

Tips for using the floor as a work surface and organizing the build process.

Wall Assembly Index

Wall Assembly Instructions by Shed Size

Index directing to specific wall assembly pages based on shed dimensions.

Door Header Assembly

Parts and Steps for Door Header

List of required parts and detailed instructions for assembling the door header.

Wall Panel Installation

Wall Panel Installation Guidance

Instructions and tips for correctly installing wall panels, ensuring squareness.

Wall Panel Squaring and Orientation

Details on maintaining measurements for panel squareness and correct orientation.

Gable Wall 01 Assembly (with Door)

Parts and Preparation for Gable Wall 01

List of required parts and initial steps for assembling Gable Wall 01.

Gable Wall 01 Construction Steps

Detailed instructions for assembling Gable Wall 01 with door, including part placement.

Gable Wall 01 Assembly (Continued)

Installing Wall Panels (Left)

Steps for installing the left-side panels of Gable Wall 01.

Installing Wall Panels (Right)

Steps for installing the right-side panels of Gable Wall 01.

Finishing Gable Wall 01 Assembly

Final steps for completing the Gable Wall 01 assembly.

Gable Wall 02 Assembly

Parts and Preparation for Gable Wall 02

List of required parts and initial steps for assembling Gable Wall 02.

Gable Wall 02 Construction

Detailed instructions for assembling Gable Wall 02, including part placement and fastening.

Gable Wall 02 Assembly (Continued)

Installing Panels for Gable Wall 02

Steps for installing the 48"x84" panels onto Gable Wall 02.

Completing Gable Wall 02

Final steps to finish the assembly of Gable Wall 02.

Eave Wall 03 Assembly

Parts and Preparation for Eave Wall 03

List of required parts and initial steps for assembling Eave Wall 03.

Eave Wall 03 Construction

Detailed instructions for assembling Eave Wall 03, including part placement and fastening.

Eave Wall 03 Assembly (Continued)

Installing Panels for Eave Wall 03

Steps for installing 48"x84" panels onto Eave Wall 03.

Completing Eave Wall 03 Assembly

Final steps to finish the assembly of Eave Wall 03 and build the second wall.

Eave Wall 04 Assembly

Parts and Preparation for Eave Wall 04

List of required parts and initial steps for assembling Eave Wall 04.

Eave Wall 04 Construction

Detailed instructions for assembling Eave Wall 04, including part placement and fastening.

Eave Wall 04 Assembly (Continued)

Installing Panels for Eave Wall 04

Steps for installing 48"x84" panels onto Eave Wall 04.

Completing Eave Wall 04 Assembly

Final steps to finish the assembly of Eave Wall 04 and build the second wall.

Eave Wall 05 Assembly

Parts and Preparation for Eave Wall 05

List of required parts and initial steps for assembling Eave Wall 05.

Eave Wall 05 Construction

Detailed instructions for assembling Eave Wall 05, including part placement and fastening.

Eave Wall 05 Assembly (Continued)

Installing Panels for Eave Wall 05

Steps for installing 48"x84" panels onto Eave Wall 05.

Completing Eave Wall 05 Assembly

Final steps to finish the assembly of Eave Wall 05 and build the second wall.

Eave Wall 06 Assembly

Parts and Preparation for Eave Wall 06

List of required parts and initial steps for assembling Eave Wall 06.

Eave Wall 06 Construction

Detailed instructions for assembling Eave Wall 06, including part placement and fastening.

Eave Wall 06 Assembly (Continued)

Installing Panels for Eave Wall 06

Steps for installing 48"x84" panels onto Eave Wall 06.

Completing Eave Wall 06 Assembly

Final steps to finish the assembly of Eave Wall 06 and build the second wall.

Gable Wall 02 Installation (12')

Positioning and Securing Gable Wall 02

Instructions for centering and initially securing the 12' Gable Wall 02.

Attaching Gable Wall 02 to Floor Frame

Steps for securing the lower edge of the gable wall to the floor frame.

1st 12' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Initial Securing of 1st 12' Eave Wall

Steps for placing and initially securing the first 12' eave wall.

Securing Eave Wall Panels to Floor and Studs

Instructions for nailing panel edges to the floor and studs of the 12' eave wall.

Securing Top Plate of 1st 12' Eave Wall

Final step for securing the top plate of the first 12' eave wall.

2nd 12' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Initial Securing of 2nd 12' Eave Wall

Steps for placing and initially securing the second 12' eave wall.

Attaching 2nd 12' Eave Wall to Gable Wall

Instructions for securing the second eave wall to the gable wall structure.

Securing 2nd 12' Eave Wall Panels

Steps for nailing panel edges to the floor, studs, and securing the top plate.

12' Gable Wall with Door Installation

Positioning and Initial Securing of 12' Gable Wall

Steps for placing and initially securing the 12' gable wall with door.

Attaching Gable Wall Panels to Floor and Studs

Instructions for securing wall panels to the floor frame and wall studs.

Securing Top Plates and Finalizing Walls

Steps for securing top plates and finishing wall installation.

Wall Doublers Installation (12' x 12')

Wall Doubler Preparation and Top Securing

Steps for orienting and securing wall doublers to the top of wall frames.

Wall Doubler Bottom Securing

Instructions for securing the bottom of wall doublers with screws.

Gable Wall 02 Installation (12')

Positioning and Bracing Gable Wall 02

Steps for centering and temporarily bracing the 12' gable wall 02.

Securing Gable Wall 02 to Floor Frame

Instructions for securing the lower edge of Gable Wall 02 to the floor frame.

1st 16' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Bracing the 1st 16' Eave Wall

Steps for centering and bracing the first 16' eave wall.

Securing the 1st 16' Eave Wall to Structure

Instructions for attaching the eave wall to the floor, studs, and top plate.

2nd 16' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Bracing the 2nd 16' Eave Wall

Steps for centering and bracing the second 16' eave wall.

Attaching the 2nd 16' Eave Wall to Gable

Instructions for securing the second eave wall to the gable structure.

Securing the 2nd 16' Eave Wall Panels

Steps for nailing panel edges to the floor frame.

2nd 20' Eave Wall Installation

Securing 20' Wall Panel to Studs

Instructions for attaching the 20' wall panel to the 12' wall studs.

Securing Gable Wall Top Plate

Final step for securing the gable wall top plate.

12' Gable Wall with Door Installation (Continued)

Positioning and Initial Securing of 12' Gable Wall

Steps for placing and initially securing the 12' gable wall with door.

Attaching Gable Wall Panels to Floor and Studs

Instructions for securing wall panels to the floor frame and wall studs.

Securing Top Plates and Finalizing Walls

Steps for securing top plates and finishing wall installation.

Wall Doublers Installation (12' x 20')

Wall Doubler Preparation and Top Securing

Steps for orienting and securing wall doublers to the top of wall frames.

Wall Doubler Bottom Securing

Instructions for securing the bottom of wall doublers with screws.

Gable Wall 02 Installation (12')

Positioning and Bracing Gable Wall 02

Steps for centering and temporarily bracing the 12' gable wall 02.

Securing Gable Wall 02 to Floor Frame

Instructions for securing the lower edge of Gable Wall 02 to the floor frame.

1st 20' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Bracing the 1st 20' Eave Wall

Steps for centering and bracing the first 20' eave wall.

Securing the 1st 20' Eave Wall to Structure

Instructions for attaching the eave wall to the floor, studs, and top plate.

2nd 20' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Bracing the 2nd 20' Eave Wall

Steps for centering and bracing the second 20' eave wall.

Attaching the 2nd 20' Eave Wall to Gable

Instructions for securing the second eave wall to the gable structure.

Securing the 2nd 20' Eave Wall Panels

Steps for nailing panel edges to the floor frame.

2nd 20' Eave Wall Installation (Continued)

Securing 20' Wall Panel to Studs

Instructions for attaching the 20' wall panel to the 12' wall studs.

Securing Gable Wall Top Plate

Final step for securing the gable wall top plate.

12' Gable Wall with Door Installation (Continued)

Positioning and Initial Securing of 12' Gable Wall

Steps for placing and initially securing the 12' gable wall with door.

Attaching Gable Wall Panels to Floor and Studs

Instructions for securing wall panels to the floor frame and wall studs.

Securing Top Plates and Finalizing Walls

Steps for securing top plates and finishing wall installation.

Wall Doublers Installation (12' x 24')

Wall Doubler Preparation and Top Securing

Steps for orienting and securing wall doublers to the top of wall frames.

Wall Doubler Bottom Securing

Instructions for securing the bottom of wall doublers with screws.

Gable Wall 02 Installation (12')

Positioning and Bracing Gable Wall 02

Steps for centering and temporarily bracing the 12' gable wall 02.

Securing Gable Wall 02 to Floor Frame

Instructions for securing the lower edge of Gable Wall 02 to the floor frame.

1st 24' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Bracing the 1st 24' Eave Wall

Steps for centering and bracing the first 24' eave wall.

Securing the 1st 24' Eave Wall to Structure

Instructions for attaching the eave wall to the floor, studs, and top plate.

2nd 24' Eave Wall Installation

Positioning and Bracing the 2nd 24' Eave Wall

Steps for centering and bracing the second 24' eave wall.

Attaching the 2nd 24' Eave Wall to Gable

Instructions for securing the second eave wall to the gable structure.

Securing the 2nd 24' Eave Wall Panels

Steps for nailing panel edges to the floor frame.

2nd 24' Eave Wall Installation (Continued)

Securing 24' Wall Panel to Studs

Instructions for attaching the 24' wall panel to the 12' wall studs.

Securing Gable Wall Top Plate

Final step for securing the gable wall top plate.

Rafter Assembly

Assembling Rafter Halves with Gussets

Steps for assembling rafter halves using gussets and nails.

Building Rafter Assemblies

Instructions for completing the rafter assemblies, including second gusset placement.

Rafter Installation

Aligning and Securing Rafters (12'x12', 12'x16')

Instructions for aligning and securing rafters on 12'x12' and 12'x16' sheds.

Rafter Measurement Guidelines

Important notes on maintaining correct measurements between rafters for stability.

Rafter Installation (12'x20', 12'x24')

Aligning and Securing Rafters (12'x20', 12'x24')

Instructions for aligning and securing rafters on 12'x20' and 12'x24' sheds.

Rafter Measurement Guidelines

Important notes on maintaining correct measurements between rafters for stability.

Gable Unit Assembly

Gable Unit Panel Placement

Steps for positioning and attaching the middle, left, and right gable panels.

Completing Gable Unit Assembly

Instructions for finalizing the gable unit assembly and building the second unit.

Gable Installation

Gable Unit Placement and Initial Securing

Steps for measuring, placing, and initially securing the gable unit.

Securing Gable Panels to Rafters and Doublers

Instructions for fastening gable panels to rafters and wall doublers.

Finalizing Gable Unit Installation

Steps for securing the gable unit from the inside and installing the opposite side.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 12')

First Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Instructions for placing and securing the first 48"x96" roof panel.

Second Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Steps for placing and securing the second roof panel, including alignment.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 12') (Continued)

Installing Additional Roof Panels

Steps for installing 23-7/8"x48" and 48"x48" roof panels.

Final Roof Panel Securing and Spacing

Instructions for maintaining spacing and securing roof panels along rafters.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 12') (Continued)

Installing 36-1/2" Roof Panels

Steps for installing 36-1/2"x96" and 36-1/2"x47-7/8" roof panels.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 12') (Continued)

Final Securing of Roof Panels

Instructions for securing all roof panels with nails spaced appropriately.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 16')

First Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Instructions for placing and securing the first 48"x96" roof panel.

Second Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Steps for placing and securing the second roof panel, including alignment.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 16') (Continued)

Installing Additional Roof Panels

Steps for installing 47-7/8"x48" and 48"x48" roof panels.

Final Roof Panel Securing and Spacing

Instructions for maintaining spacing and securing roof panels along rafters.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 16') (Continued)

Installing 36-1/2" Roof Panels

Steps for installing 36-1/2"x96" and 36-1/2"x47-7/8" roof panels.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 16') (Continued)

Final Securing of Roof Panels

Instructions for securing all roof panels with nails spaced appropriately.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 20')

First Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Instructions for placing and securing the first 48"x96" roof panel.

Second Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Steps for placing and securing the second roof panel, including alignment.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 20') (Continued)

Installing Additional Roof Panels

Steps for installing 48"x96" and 47-7/8"x48" roof panels.

Final Roof Panel Securing and Spacing

Instructions for maintaining spacing and securing roof panels along rafters.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 20') (Continued)

Installing 36-1/2" Roof Panels

Steps for installing 36-1/2"x96" and 36-1/2"x47-7/8" roof panels.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 20') (Continued)

Final Securing of Roof Panels

Instructions for securing all roof panels with nails spaced appropriately.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 24')

First Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Instructions for placing and securing the first 48"x96" roof panel.

Second Roof Panel Placement and Securing

Steps for placing and securing the second roof panel, including alignment.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 24') (Continued)

Installing Additional Roof Panels

Steps for installing 48"x96" and 47-7/8"x48" roof panels.

Final Roof Panel Securing and Spacing

Instructions for maintaining spacing and securing roof panels along rafters.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 24') (Continued)

Installing 36-1/2" Roof Panels

Steps for installing 36-1/2"x96" and 36-1/2"x47-7/8" roof panels.

Roof Panel Installation (12' x 24') (Continued)

Final Securing of Roof Panels

Instructions for securing all roof panels with nails spaced appropriately.

Gable Trim Installation

Gable Trim Placement and Securing

Steps for installing gable trim flush to the roof panel and peak.

Completing Gable Trim Installation

Instructions for installing trim on the opposite gable and finishing.

Eave Trim Installation (12' x 12')

Eave Trim Placement and Securing (VX)

Steps for placing and securing VX eave trim along the roof panel edge.

Eave Trim Installation (WTC)

Instructions for installing WTC eave trim, with notes on potential trimming.

Eave Trim Installation (12' x 16')

Eave Trim Placement and Securing (WTC)

Steps for placing and securing WTC eave trim along roof and gable edges.

Eave Trim Installation (VX, VF)

Instructions for installing VX and VF eave trim pieces.

Eave Trim Installation (12' x 20')

Eave Trim Placement and Securing (WTC)

Steps for placing and securing WTC eave trim along roof and gable edges.

Eave Trim Installation (VX)

Instructions for installing VX eave trim pieces.

Eave Trim Installation (12' x 24')

Eave Trim Placement and Securing (WTC)

Steps for placing and securing WTC eave trim along roof and gable edges.

Eave Trim Installation (VX, VF)

Instructions for installing VX and VF eave trim pieces.

Corner Trim Installation

Gable End Corner Trim Installation

Steps for installing gable end corner trim flush to panels.

Eave Side Corner Trim Installation

Instructions for installing eave side corner trim flush to soffit and seams.

Collar Tie Installation

Collar Tie Placement and Securing

Instructions for installing collar ties to rafters using nails.

Collar Tie Placement by Shed Size

Diagrams showing collar tie placement for different shed dimensions.

Loft Joist Assembly

Loft Joist Part Orientation and Nailing

Steps for orienting and assembling loft joists using nails.

Drilling Holes for Loft Joist Support

Instructions for drilling holes in loft joists for support.

Loft Joist Installation

Installing Loft Joist Components (NK, PT)

Steps for installing loft joist components NK and PT to the top plate.

Securing Loft Joists to Wall Studs

Instructions for clamping, drilling, and securing loft joists to wall studs.

Loft Panel Installation

Loft Panel Placement and Securing

Instructions for installing loft panels over joists and securing with nails.

Shelf Assembly and Installation

Shelf Support Assembly

Instructions for assembling shelf supports, including quantity and orientation.

Shelf Support Installation

Steps for installing shelf supports onto wall studs at specified heights.

Shelf Installation

Attaching Shelf Panels to Supports

Instructions for securing shelf panels to supports and seams with nails.

Installing Shelf Facia Trim

Steps for installing facia trim (WJ, KP) to the bottom of shelf panels.

Door Preparation

Door Placement and Offset

Instructions for placing doors on a flat surface with correct offset and identifying hinge colors.

Attaching Temporary Door Supports

Steps for attaching temporary supports (OO, GAA) to doors during preparation.

Door Installation

Installing Door Bottom Supports

Steps for installing OO supports under panels and securing them to the floor frame.

Centering Doors and Attaching Hinges

Instructions for centering doors and screwing hinge boards into wall supports.

Door Stiffener Installation

Installing Left Door Stiffener

Steps for vertically centering and securing the OO stiffener on the left door.

Installing Right Door Stiffener

Steps for vertically centering and securing the OO stiffener on the right door.

Door Trim and Threshold Installation

Installing Door Trim (AH, AHL, AHR)

Steps for installing door trim pieces, including leveling AH.

Installing Door Trim (ZJ) and Threshold

Instructions for centering ZJ trim and installing the metal threshold.

Door Hardware Installation

Installing Decorative Door Hinges

Steps for installing decorative hinges on the doors using screws.

Door Hardware Installation (Continued)

Installing Door Frame Bolts (Fig. A)

Steps for installing OO bolts into the door frame and pre-drilling.

Installing Floor Bolts (Fig. B)

Steps for installing OO bolts into the floor and pre-drilling.

Door Hardware Installation (Continued)

Installing Door Handle Mechanism

Steps for marking, drilling, and installing the door handle and securing it.

Hook and Eye Latch Installation

Installing Hooks and Eyes

Steps for installing hooks in the wall and locating eye position by swinging the door.

Gable Window Installation

Window Placement and Securing

Steps for centering the window in the gable and securing with screws.

Window Trim Installation

Instructions for installing window trim and securing with nails, avoiding window frame.

Vent Installation

Vent Placement and Preparation

Steps for locating, marking, cutting, and caulking vent openings.

Securing Vents

Instructions for securing the vents using screws.

Finishing: Paint, Caulk, and Roof Felt

Paint and Caulk Guidelines

Recommendations for using paint and caulk on the shed structure.

Roof Felt Installation

Instructions for correctly installing roof felt on the shed roof.

Drip Edge Installation

Steps for installing drip edge along the roof edges for water management.

Shingle Installation

Shingle Familiarization and Safety

Introduction to 3-Tab shingles and critical safety warnings for installation.

Installing the Starter Shingle Row

Detailed steps for installing the first starter row of shingles, including overhang and alignment.

Shingle Installation (Continued)

Installing First and Second Shingle Rows

Steps for installing the first and second rows of shingles, ensuring proper alignment and staggering.

Continuing Shingle Installation

Instructions for continuing the shingle installation process by staggering rows.

Shingle Installation (Continued)

Shingling to the Peak and Ridge Cut

Instructions for shingling to the peak, managing overlap, and cutting shingles.

Completing Shingle Installation

Steps for shingling the opposite side, trimming ends, and cutting shingles.

Shingles - Ridge Cap Installation

Preparing Ridge Cap Shingles

Instructions for cutting shingles into three pieces and scoring for angled cuts.

Installing First and Second Ridge Caps

Steps for installing the first and second rows of ridge cap shingles.

Shingles - Ridge Cap Installation (Continued)

Continuing Ridge Cap Installation

Instructions for installing ridge cap to the back of the roof and ensuring proper alignment.

Finishing Ridge Cap Installation

Steps for cutting and installing the final ridge cap pieces for completion.

Limited Conditional Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Conditions

Details on what is covered by the warranty and the conditions for validity.

Warranty Requirements and Claim Procedure

Information on maintaining the unit for warranty and how to file a claim.

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