OUT OF LEVEL FOUNDATIONS

1. For out of level foundations, establish a level point at either end of the building.

2. Snap a chalk line across the length of the side. Repeat for each side.

3. Use the DHTL to create a level surface for hanging the sheathing.

4. Leaving the top tab unbent, line the chalk line up with the alignment site and the shoulders of the DHTL.

5. It is recommended you attach the DHTL’s on a 1’ by 3’ foot pattern around the mud sill plate. You should place a DHTL no more than 6” in from each end or joint.

6. For vertically installed sheathing (4’ x 8’, 9’, 10’, 12’) it is recommended you use (2) DHTL’s per sheet.

7. For horizontally installed wall sheathing (8’ x 4’) it is recommended you use (3) DHTL’s per sheet (i.e., (1) hanger each at 6”, 4’, 7’6”). Place (1) DHTL no more than 6” inside one end of the sheathing material and another (1) DHTL no more than 6” in from the opposite end; set (1) DHTL in the center of the sheet.

8. Attach to the structure using Approved Fasteners*.

9. Place sheathing material on the DHTL and nail-off.