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GrowSpan 500 Series Manual

42' wide tall high tunnels with roll-up sides
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Tall High Tunnels with Roll-Up Sides
Photo may show a building of a different length and style. Frame shown includes drop-down sides and customer-
supplied baseboards. Actual cover material may differ. Building shown is equipped with an optional roll-up end.
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Revision date: 03.06.19
42' Wide Series 500
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42' Wide Series 500 Tall High Tunnels:
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  • Page 1 GrowSpan 42' Wide Series 500 ™ Tall High Tunnels with Roll-Up Sides Photo may show a building of a different length and style. Frame shown includes drop-down sides and customer- supplied baseboards. Actual cover material may differ. Building shown is equipped with an optional roll-up end.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Important Information LOCATION Choosing the proper location is an important step before you begin. The following suggestions and precautions will help determine whether your selected location is the best location. • Never erect the structure under power lines. READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO ASSEMBLY •...

  • Page 3: Required Tools

    Important Information ASSEMBLY Following the instructions as presented will help ensure 14. Install roll-up (or drop-down) sides and anti-billow proper assembly. Failing to follow these steps may result ropes. in an improperly assembled and anchored structure. 15. Complete and return all warranty information as instructed if present.
  • Page 4 Baseboards and Ribbon Boards A customer-supplied baseboard is recommended for RIBBON BOARD FOR ROLL-UP SIDES—OPTIONAL roll-up sides that include the stabilizer bar. A baseboard runs the length of the frame and provides a seal between In some instances, a ribbon board is installed along ground level and the stabilizer bar.

  • Page 5: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification The following graphics will help identify the basic parts of the frame. (Some parts are not shown.) 105370B CC6212 FALB08B FA2155 Lag FA4482B 100441 Magnetic 1/2" x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Eye Screw Fabric Clip 1/2" Nut Tek Screw Nut Setter QH1070 AS2167 Anchor...
  • Page 6 Overview GrowSpan 42' Wide ™ Series 500 Tall High Tunnels Drawing may show a model of a different length. Refer to Sample building shows drop-down sides and optional roll-up Quick Start section located near the back of this guide for door panel.
  • Page 7 Prepare and Square the Building Site PREPARE THE BUILDING SITE SQUARE THE SITE: GENERAL STEPS A level site is required to accurately and safely construct 1. Identify a corner where a building rafter will be the building. Consult the services of a qualified contractor positioned, drive in a stake, and string a line the exact to properly grade and prepare the site.
  • Page 8 Set Ground Posts MARK THE SITE AND DIG POST HOLES These steps describe marking all post hole locations and digging the holes. For some sites, it may not be possible to complete the procedure in this manner. An alternative procedure such as working from one end of the building toward the other may be necessary.
  • Page 9 Set the Ground Posts — Diagrams Ground Level Ground Post 2’ Deep Concrete Optional: Before setting the posts, drill a hole through the bottom of each ground post In areas where frost is common, dig each post hole so 2"-3" from the end and insert it falls below the frost line.
  • Page 10 Set Ground Posts Stake Ground Posts for Concrete SET GROUND POSTS Required parts and equipment: Set all posts at the Customer-supplied braces same height. Additional and fasteners. • Ground Posts (113102) bracing may be needed to keep the post plumb •...

  • Page 11: Top View

    Base Plates (Option) SETTING THE BASE PLATES For those buildings equipped with base plates, secure the plates to either a concrete foundation or concrete piers prior to attaching the rafter legs and assembling the frame. Customer is responsible for construction of the necessary concrete foundation or concrete piers.

  • Page 12: Rafter Assembly

    Rafter Assembly RAFTER ASSEMBLY After setting the ground posts, continue with the rafter assembly. Do not set assembled rafters into position on the ground posts until concrete has set. Check with contractor for set times. NOTE: All rafter assemblies consist of seven (7) main rafter sections. Consult the rafter diagrams in the Quick Start section of these instructions before and during the rafter assembly for details.
  • Page 13 Rafter Assembly RAFTER ASSEMBLY (continued) 1/2" Mounting Bolt at Rafter Splice ATTENTION: Measure from the mounting bolt to the rafter and mark the location. 1/2" Mounting Bolt at Rafter Splice QH1070 Pipe Strap QH1070 See full Rafter Profile in Quick Start Pipe Strap section for all QH1070 bracket locations.
  • Page 14 Rafter Assembly–Optional Support Kit Rafter Assembly–Optional Support Kit RAFTER ASSEMBLY—Optional Support Kits If the optional support kits were purchased, continue with the assembly steps that follow. Consult the diagrams supplied with the rafter support kits for additional details. See also the diagram in the Quick Start section of this guide. If the support kits were not purchased, continue with the frame assembly.

  • Page 15: Frame Assembly

    Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY Use the diagrams and information that follows to assemble the main frame. ATTENTION: Rafters are heavy. Always lift rafter from two separate points to prevent damage and injury. Examine the site to determine the best way to move the rafters into position and to set them onto the ends of each set of ground posts.
  • Page 16 Frame Assembly Frame shown may differ from actual frame. FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) After setting and plumbing the end rafter and bracing it in place, set the second rafter and add purlin pipes. Consult the technical diagrams for connection details. ATTENTION: Install ridge purlin on top of the rafters when a ridge vent will be installed.
  • Page 17 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) Sample frame is shown. Actual frame may differ. Customer-supplied rafter-spacing jig. Purlin clamps shown may differ from actual clamps. Revision date: 03.06.19 S500_42_Wide_HT_Roll_up...
  • Page 18 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) End Rafter FA4482B Tek Screw Rafter QH1070 Pipe Strap Purlin FA4482B Tek Screw FA4482B Tek Screw Photo shows the installation of a purlin and pipe strap Secure each QH1070 pipe strap to the purlin pipe using at the end rafter.
  • Page 19 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) ATTENTION: Example shows a 48' frame length. Actual frame may differ. Full Frame without Optional Rafter Support Components All purlins run perpendicular to the rafters and parallel with each other. Verify that each purlin splice is secured with a Tek screw.
  • Page 20 Baseboard Installation—Recommended BASEBOARD INSTALLATION—RECOMMENDED Gather the parts: • 2" x 8" treated lumber (supplied by customer). Width of lumber can be greater. Baseboard • 1/2" carriage bolts and nuts supplied by customer. Length depends on the thickness of the baseboard. When properly installed, baseboard runs the length of the frame at ground level.
  • Page 21 Diagonal Cable Installation Using the diagrams and photos, install diagonal cables at each end bay of the frame. Position turnbuckle either at the top end of the cable assembly as shown in the Quick Start diagrams, or at the bottom end (for easier adjustment) as shown in the photos on the next page.
  • Page 22 Diagonal Cable Installation CABLE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION (continued) 4. For end bay sidewall cables, secure the upper band clamp 2"- 3" below the lower side purlin run. (See A below.) Steps 4 & 5 Band Clamp PGBRKAAS01 bracket attached 2"- 3" to band clamp.
  • Page 23 Diagonal Cable Installation In addition to the end bay sidewall diagonal cables, this frame includes mid bay roof diagonal cable assemblies. Consult the frame connection diagrams in the Quick Start section near the back of this guide for all connection details. See Cable Assembly table on Page 21 (and in Quick Start section) for cable part number.
  • Page 24 Install Ribbon Board—Optional RIBBON BOARD INSTALLATION—Optional for Roll- Up Sides Gather the parts: • 2" x 6" treated (supplied by customer). Width of material may differ. • 5/16" (minimum) fasteners supplied by customer to attach boards to metal rafter pipes. Length depends on material thickness.
  • Page 25 Install Ribbon Board Customer-supplied Ribbon Board 66" to bottom of ribbon board. Photos above show ribbon board attached to the side of an assembled frame. Example shows using 2" Tek screws (additional purchase) to secure board to rafters. Screw heads are countersunk below board surface to allow for the installation of the 111613Z144.
  • Page 26 Attach 111613Z144 Channel to Ribbon Board 111613Z144 for Buildings with roll-up side panels require 111613Z144 for installation. The photos below Roll-Up Sides. show where to install the 111613Z144. Secure 111613Z144 to ribbon board (if present) using FAH005B (1/4" x 2") carriage bolts, FAMF01B (1/4") fender washers, and FALB01B (1/4") nut.
  • Page 27 Optional End Frame and Panel Installation Typically, end framing and end panels are installed before the cover is pulled onto the frame. If your building is equipped with an end wall and end wall covering, review the instructions sent with the end panel kit and end wall framing and proceed as instructed.
  • Page 28 Attach U-Channel (111613Z144) to End Rafters INSTALL U-CHANNEL Buildings with film (or 5.2 oz) covers require double u-channel attached to end rafters to secure cover. Photos show a building with an optional end wall and roll-up panel. Additional purchase required. Secure the 111613Z144 u-channel to top of both end rafters using FA4482 Tek screws spaced at 16"...

  • Page 29: Frame Check

    Frame Check FRAME CHECK Inspect the frame for sharp edges or fasteners that could damage the cover during installation. 1. Verify that all frame members are properly secured and that all bolts and clamps are tight. 2. Recheck the frame assembly for sharp edges or clamps and bolts that may interfere with the installation of the curtain.
  • Page 30 Film (or 5.2 oz) Cover Installation WEAR EYE INSTALL MAIN COVER—SINGLE-LAYER FILM OR 5.2 OZ MATERIAL PROTECTION Continue with the following procedure. WHEN INSTALLING Gather the parts: SPRING WIRE! • Main cover and u-channel spring (#102198) for side and end rafter channels •...
  • Page 31 Film (or 5.2 oz) Cover Installation 2. Along the edge, clamp self-locking, duck-billed pliers to the cover material and Clamp self-locking, tie ropes or straps to the pliers. duck-billed pliers along the cover edge, tie NOTE: The ropes or straps must reach over the top of the building to the ropes or straps to the pliers, and then pull other side.
  • Page 32 Film (or 5.2 oz) Cover Installation INSTALL MAIN COVER (continued) NOTE: Begin at one end of channel and work toward 5. Once main cover is in place and centered, begin at the other. Maintain an even length working along the the peak of one end and install the 102198 wire spring into the channel.
  • Page 33 Curtain Stabilizer Bar Installation CURTAIN STABILIZER BAR INSTALLATION—115287 The curtain stabilizer bar secures lower end of the roll-up side panel when it is closed (or down). Stabilizer bar is installed just above baseboard (if present), which is attached at ground level. Secure stabilizer bar to each ground post using FA4482 Tek screws.
  • Page 34 Roll-Up Side Panel Installation Stabilizer bar may differ from shown in photo. S500_42_Wide_HT_Roll_up Revision date: 03.06.19...
  • Page 35 Roll-Up Side Panel Installation INSTALL ROLL-UP PANELS ASSEMBLE ROLL-UP SIDE PANEL CONDUIT Gather the parts: • Film: Single roll of 108655: Field cut length in half. • Pipe 1.315'' x 75'' swaged (#131S075) Complete these steps: • Tek screws (#FA4482B) 1.
  • Page 36 Roll-Up Side Panel Installation ATTACH CONDUIT TO ROLL-UP PANEL Gather the parts: • Assembled conduit from previous procedure • Fabric clips #CC6212 (Divide quantity in half.) • Tek screws (#FA4482B) CC6212 Fabric Clip To this point, the roll-up side panel along one side is secured to and hanging down from the double u-channel.
  • Page 37 Roll-Up Side Panel Installation TWIST-OF-THE-WRIST ASSEMBLY 3. Select the aluminum channel, drill a 3/8" hole through the channel approximately 2" from the end, and attach Gather the parts: a threaded rod using a 3/8" nut on each side of the •...
  • Page 38 Roll-Up Side Panel Installation TWIST-OF-THE-WRIST ASSEMBLY (continued) 10. Attach the Twist-of-the-Wrist gearbox to the mounting 6. Select the bearing bracket and attach the bearings as plate using hex head bolts. needed. (In some instances, the bearings may come already attached.) Assemble as follows if needed: NOTE: Single bearings are attached to the sides of the bracket and double bearings to the middle portion of the bracket.
  • Page 39 Roll-Up Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE ANTI-BILLOW ROPES TWIST-OF-THE-WRIST ASSEMBLY (continued) 13. Slide the Twist-of-the-Wrist assembly onto the The anti-billow rope is installed along the outside of the aluminum channel from the ground end. (This is the frame and stretches between the ribbon board and the free end of the channel.) baseboard.
  • Page 40 • For replacement or missing parts, call 1-800-245-9881 for assistance. NOTE: With the exception of engineered buildings, GrowSpan™ shelters and buildings do not have any tested loading criteria unless otherwise specified. S500_42_Wide_HT_Roll_up Revision date: 03.06.19...
  • Page 41 Quick Start Guide 42' Wide Frame Frame shown with base plates. Frame shown with ground posts. Frame length of your building may differ from what is shown. Revision date: 03.06.19 S500_42_Wide_HT_Roll_up...
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