Tie Down Xi2 "IBC 2009 90 mph Exposure C Foundation System" - Manual (Page 2)

4 - #12 x 1”
Tek Screws
4 - #12 x 1”
Tek Screws
Installation of Xi2 Ground Systems
1. Identify the number of systems to be used on the unit using the chart provided (see page 4).
2. Identify the location where the systems will be installed.
3. Clear all organic matter and debris from the pad site.
4. Place U-bolts through holes in pan provided.
5. Place pad centered under beam with the lateral strut bracket towards the inside of the unit.
6. Press or drive pan into ground until level and flush with prepared surface.
7. Build pier according to State, Local or unit manufacturers guidelines (Figure 1).
8. Attach the end of the smaller tube to the inside of pan using U-bolt & nuts provided
9. Attach the flag end of the larger tube to the opposite I-beam using the “J” bolt over the top of the I-beam
with the nut & washer provided (Figure 2).
10. Install a minimum of four (#12 x 1” tek screws) self-tapping screws into the holes provided in the lateral strut so
that the two tubes should overlap a minimum of 6”. (Figure 1).
Figure 1
Figure 2
4 - #12 x 1”
Tek Screws
11. Install frame bracket clamps to I-beam on in
side of block/pier. Do not tighten nuts at this time.
12. Attach longitudinal strut to U-bolt in pan using
nuts provided.
13. Insert strut in the frame bracket clamp, attach with
nut and bolt. Do not tighten at this time.
14. Pull the frame bracket clamp with the fastened
strut outward to remove any slack.
15. Tighten all nuts and bolts on the struts and
beam clamps.
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