DAVIS Universal Shelter (6618) - Manual (Page 6)

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1. While holding the shelter against the pole, place a U-bolt around the pole and
through the two holes at the top of the shelter.
2. Place a backing plate, a washer, and a hex nut on each of the bolt ends.
3. Tighten the nuts using an adjustable wrench or 7/16'' wrench.
4. Place the second U-bolt around the pole and through the two holes at the
bottom of the shelter. Put a backing plate, a washer, and a hex nut on each bolt
end, and tighten the hex nuts.
Mounting on a Post or Flat Surface
Attach the shelter to the mounting surface in the desired location using the large
screws and backing plates as shown below. Use a pencil or a center-punch to mark
the location of the pilot hole.
1. With a 3/16'' (5 mm) drill bit, drill two holes approximately 2"(50 mm) apart.
Use a carpenter’s level to ensure the holes will be level.
2. Drill two more holes 7-1/32'' below the upper holes.
3. Insert the 1/4'' x 1-1/2'' lag screws through the washers, backing plates, and
through the holes at the top of the shelter into the post.
4. Using an adjustable wrench or 7/16'' wrench, tighten the lag screws.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the bottom of the shelter.