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Newage VersaRac series - User Manual

Newage VersaRac series
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Use two or more people to move, assemble or install overhead rack to avoid back or other injury.
Do not leave children unattended near overhead rack. High risk of injury if installed incorrectly: Follow
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Summary

Safety and Contact Information

Excessive Weight Hazard Warning

Warning about the risks of overloading the storage rack and potential injuries.

Product Support Contact Details

Provides phone numbers and email for product support.

Unpacking and Parts Identification

Unpacking Instructions

Steps for safely unpacking the product and preparing for assembly.

List of Supplied Parts

Lists all components included in the package with their quantities.

Critical Safety Warnings and Load Capacity

General Safety Precautions

Emphasizes reading instructions, proper installation, and avoiding misuse.

Weight Capacity Guidelines

Details the maximum weight the rack can hold and how to distribute it safely.

Tools Required and Warranty Information

Tools for Installation

Lists the tools required to assemble and install the VersaRac system.

Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Outlines the terms and conditions of the product's lifetime warranty.

Installation Overview

Step A: Plan Location and Orientation

Guides on selecting the installation site and orientation relative to ceiling joists.

Step B: Install Ceiling Mounting Angles

Describes the process of attaching mounting angles to the ceiling joists.

Step C: Install Vertical Angle Posts

Explains how to attach vertical posts to the mounting angles for desired height.

Step D: Assemble Perimeter Beams

Details the assembly and installation of the rack's perimeter beams.

Step E: Install Center Beam and Supports

Covers the installation of the center support and cross supports.

Planning the Installation Location Details

Determine Joist Alignment

Advises on choosing between parallel or perpendicular installation based on joist direction.

Verify Ceiling Joist Spacing

Guides on verifying joist spacing to match rack dimensions for a secure fit.

Installing Ceiling Mounting Angles

Locating and Marking Joists

Instructions on finding and marking the center of ceiling joists using a stud finder.

Aligning and Drilling Pilot Holes

Steps for aligning mounting angles and drilling pilot holes for lag bolts.

Securing Mounting Angles

Details on fastening the mounting angles with lag bolts, washers, and a socket.

Installing Additional Ceiling Mounting Angles

Measuring for Second Angle Placement

Guides on measuring and installing the second ceiling mounting angle at the correct distance.

Installing Remaining Mounting Angles

Instructions for installing the rest of the ceiling mounting brackets in the same orientation.

Installing Vertical Angle Posts

Determining Desired Rack Height

Advises on measuring the desired height from the ceiling to the rack's bottom.

Assembling Extended Vertical Posts

Instructions for combining posts to achieve greater heights, using bolts, nuts, and washers.

Attaching Vertical Posts to Brackets

Details on bolting vertical angle posts to ceiling angle brackets using hardware.

Assembling and Installing Perimeter Beams

Assembling Long Perimeter Beams

Guides on bolting Long Perimeter Beams A and B together for 6' or 8' assemblies.

Installing Short Perimeter Beams

Instructions for fitting short perimeter beams into the bottom of vertical angle posts.

Installing Long Cross Beam Assemblies

Details on inserting long cross beam assemblies into the vertical angle posts.

Installing Center Support and Wire Grids

Securing the Center Support Beam

Explains how to attach the center support beam using bolts, nuts, and washers.

Placing Cross Supports

Instructions for inserting cross supports into the top of the long cross beam assemblies.

Installing Wire Grid Platforms

Guides on placing wire grid platforms, including those with notched corners.

Installation Tips and Configurations

Installing a Joist Hanger

Advises on installing additional joists if ceiling joist spacing is incompatible with the rack.

Sharing Mounting Angles Between Racks

Explains connecting two racks by sharing mounting angles, reducing weight capacity.

Spacing and Alternative Installation Methods

Spacing Multiple VersaRac Units

Warns against installing more than one rack on two overhead ceiling joist supports.

Installation on Slanted Ceilings

Describes how to adjust vertical posts for installation on a slanted ceiling.

Installation Against a Wall

Details bracing one end of the rack against a wall using a wood spacer.

Fastening to Engineered Ceiling Joists

Installing Additional Support Joists

Instructs to install an additional ceiling joist perpendicular to engineered joists for secure mounting.

Warning: Direct Fastening Not Permitted

Warns that engineered joists are not suitable for direct fastening of mounting angles.

Professional Assistance for Joist Installation

Recommends consulting a professional for installing joists into engineered ceiling structures.

Newage VersaRac series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNewage
ModelVersaRac series
CategoryRacks & Stands
LanguageEnglish

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