Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Step 1: Check Your Materials

• Compare all materials with the packing slip.
• Make sure all components are included and in good condition.
• Do not install damaged components.

Step 2: Position the Uprights

• Identify the front of each upright. The front post has the diagonal bracing channel welded closest to the floor.
• Position the front of each upright toward the aisle.
• For a single row with aisles on both sides, face the front toward the aisle with the most traffic.

Step 3: Install the First Set of Beams

• With help, install a beam at the desired height between the front posts of two uprights.
• Install the matching beam on the back side.
• Make sure all beam connections and safety clips are properly engaged.

Step 4: Check Level, Plumb, and Square

Check the first bay before continuing.

• Plumb (uprights): No more than ½ inch out of plumb per 10 feet of height.
• Level (beams): No more than ⅛ inch out of level per 6 feet of beam length.
• Square (bay): Measure both diagonals. The measurements must be within ⅛ inch of each other.
• Use shims as needed to maintain these tolerances.

Step 5: Install Additional Bays

• Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for each additional bay.
• Check each bay for level, plumb, and square as you go.

Step 6: Install Additional Beam Levels

• Install the remaining beam levels using the same method as Step 3.
• Continue checking each bay for level, plumb, and square.
• Maintain at least 6 inches of clearance between the top of the pallet load and the bottom of the beam above it.

Step 7: Install Row Spacers and Accessories

• Install wall or row spacers at the top and bottom of the uprights.
• Secure spacers with nuts and bolts.
• Use at least two row spacers per upright when row spacers are used.
• Install accessories, such as pallet crossbars and wire decking, as required by the approved rack design.

Step 8: Anchor and Complete the Installation

• Perform a final check to confirm all rack is level, plumb, and square.
• Anchor all uprights to the floor using the specified anchors.
• If the rack height-to-depth ratio is 6:1 or greater, consult the supplier for additional bracing requirements.

Step 9: Secure Beams with Bolts When Required

Beams must be bolted in place when:

• Safety clips do not engage properly.
• Beams are installed over aisles.
• Unusual conditions exist, such as tight load clearances, narrow aisles, or large, bulky loads.
• Beams are located where connections are difficult to inspect.

Required bolt sizes:

Beam size	Bolting method	Hardware
3.5", 4.0", and 4.5" beams	Side bolt	7/16" × 4" hex bolts and nuts with 7/16" flat washers
5.0", 5.5", and 6.0" beams	Top bolt	7/16" × 4" hex bolts and nuts with 7/16" flat washers
When side or top bolting is not possible	Front bolt through the safety clip hole	3/8" × 1" hex bolts and nuts with 3/8" flat washers

Lateral ties: Beams longer than 112.5 inches require lateral ties. Standard Waterfall Wire Decking or Flanged Crossbars may be used where approved for this purpose.

Step 10: Establish a Regular Inspection Program

Inspect the rack regularly, preferably as part of the monthly safety inspection.

Check for:

• Properly connected beams.
• Safety clips that are present, intact, and fully engaged.
• Damaged uprights, beams, or other components.
• Overloaded beams or uprights.

Remind all forklift operators to report rack damage to their supervisor immediately.

If a rack deficiency is found:

1. Immediately unload the affected area.
2. Replace damaged components before returning the area to service.
3. If a safety clip is defective, the beam may be bolted in place only using an approved method. Replace the clip as soon as possible; replacement clips are available through Husky Customer Service.

Important safety reminder: Protective devices do not replace regular rack inspections. Installation, anchoring, bracing, beam connections, and load capacities must comply with the manufacturer's requirements and applicable safety standards.