BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE THE SHELTER. • Identify whether underground cables and pipes are present before preparing the site or anchoring the Thank you for purchasing this ClearSpan™ Moo-Tel. When structure. properly assembled and maintained, this product will • Location should be away from structures that could provide years of reliable service.
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These words and phrases are common to most work by special brackets and bolts. ClearSpan™ shelters and identify the different parts of the shelter. (Some are used in this document. Others may Swaged End or Swaged Pipe: The term “swaged'' •...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ SHELTER ACCESSORIES AND CONSTRUCTION SUGGESTIONS The diagram below describes accessories available for your building and suggests ways to improve the stability of the customer-supplied end framing. Contact your sales representative to purchase or to learn more about accessories.
CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ ATTENTION: Consult the Main Cover Details diagram in REQUIRED TOOLS the Quick Start section of this manual to determine where The following list identifies the main tools needed to to install the ribbon board. assemble the shelter. Additional tools and supports may be needed depending on the structure, location, and The ribbon board consists of two runs of material;...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ The following graphics and photos will help you identify the different parts. (Some parts are not shown.) 102921 FA4482B 102717 Neo-bonded Galvanized 103544 Tek Screw Gearbox Drive Washers Mounting Plate 102856 102548 QH1402 FAH009B & FALB01B...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ Premium Moo-Tel: CD and FD Models ATTENTION: These instructions describe the installation of the optional ridge vent kit. (Additional purchase required.) The ridge vent kit is designed for use with the FD model (5.2 oz. cover) only. If you have the CD model or did not purchase the ridge vent kit, skip those installation procedures when presented and continue as instructed.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ LAY OUT THE BUILDING SITE 3. Use a transit or another method to position the second post, and to drive the post the same depth as the first After the site is prepared, lay out the building site.
CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ ASSEMBLING THE PREMIUM Moo-Tel FRAME 2. Slide three (3) end purlin clamps onto the peak rafter COMPONENTS pipe and the two leg rafters. Position end clamps on the rafter pipes as shown. After the site is prepared and an inventory of parts is complete, continue with the rafter assembly.
CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY 5. Continue to mark the purlin in 48" intervals until all locations are marked. These marks help to maintain After all ground posts are driven in place and rafters are the 48" on-center rafter spacing of the shelter during assembled, assemble the frame.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) 5. As the second rafter is steadied, remove one section of pipe from one assembled purlin. 2. Secure the leg pipes to the ground posts using the 5/16" x 2 1/2" machine bolts and nuts.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) NOTE: If the last end rafter is plumb and the purlin extends beyond the end of the rafter, cut the last 10. Move to the interior rafter and align the mark on the section of purlin pipe to the required length.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) BASEBOARD INSTALLATION The baseboard is supplied by the customer and is attached NOTE: If two angled purlins end on the same rafter, at ground level along both sides of the frame. It helps keep...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ SIDE STRUT INSTALLATION 3. Attach the remaining end of the strut to the added band clamp on the first interior rafter. See the diagram that There are four (4) side struts for the shelter. These struts follows for location.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ BASEBOARDS AND RIBBON BOARDS A customer-supplied baseboard and retaining board are also required to attach the curtain's lower edge. See the The drop-down curtain requires a ribbon board to secure its exploded view that follows. upper section and a baseboard to secure its lower section.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ END FRAME ASSEMBLY 2. With assistance, lift and center the panel into position against the 4" x 4" end frame and attach the top to the Use these steps to install the end wall supports and header using wood screws and neo-bonded washers.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ ROLL-UP PANEL INSTALLATION (continued) 5. After installing all end panel and door frame panel sections, install the main cover. 4. Use the pipe diagrams on the End Framing Details MAIN COVER INSTALLATION diagram to assemble the crank up assembly.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL POLY LATCH U-CHANNEL (continued) OPTIONAL RIDGE VENT INSTALLATION: FD Models Only (Additional purchase required.) 3. Cut the last section of U-channel to the required length so that it is flush with the end wall panel (if needed).
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ RIDGE VENT KIT INSTRUCTIONS VENT HOLE TEMPLATE The optional Ridge Vent Kit is available only on FD units 12" with 5.2 oz. cover. The kit allows control over ventilation, humidity buildup, and temperatures within the shelter.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL MAIN COVER 2. Along the edge, make small holes in the cover at evenly spaced intervals and tie rope or straps to the Gather the parts: cover. • Main cover • U-Channel spring (#102198) •...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL MAIN COVER (continued) NOTE: Begin at one end of the U-channel and work toward the other. Another option is to begin at the 5. Once the main cover is in place and centered, begin at middle of each side and work towards each end.
CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ FRAME CHECK INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN Locate these parts to attach the pulleys and drop-down Before you attach the drop-down curtain, inspect the frame curtain axle: for sharp edges or fasteners that could damage the curtain or kit components.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN (continued) 6. With the mounting plate attached to the end rafter, take the 103496 gearbox and place it against the mounting 2. Measure 12" to 24" above the ribbon board along the plate at the desired angle.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN (continued) 13. Verify that the pipe is level and secure the band clamp to the underside of the second rafter using an FA4484 10. Carefully lift the assembly and insert the tapered/free Tek screw.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN (continued) Locate these parts to prepare the drop-down curtain for installation and to attach it to the axle conduit: NOTE: Do not allow the free end of the axle to touch •...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN (continued) 4. Continue adding conduit sections and taping each joint until the conduit is as long as the curtain panel. Install Curtain Conduit and Attach Rope 5. Complete the curtain conduit installation by cutting...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN (continued) 13. Drive two (2) FA4482 Tek screws with neo-bonded washers (102921) into the axle conduit where the 9. Locate the 1/8" curtain cord (CC5505) and cut a cord is located. Do not fully seat the Tek screws to the section of cord to the length determined in the previous conduit.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN CURTAIN (continued) Complete these steps to attach the lower edge of the curtain to the customer-supplied baseboard. 17. Repeat the above steps until all cords are attached to the first curtain panel along one side of the shelter.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ Install the Anti-Billow Ropes INSTALL ROLL-UP PANEL ROPES The anti-billow ropes keep the drop-down curtain in place The roll-up panel ropes are laced through the roll-up panel. when it is closed or partially open. Using the diagrams These ropes wrap around hook lags that are screwed into below, complete the anti-billow rope installation.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE WIND PANEL ACCESSORY (OPTIONAL) INSTALL ROLL-UP PANEL ROPES (continued) Wind panels protect the drop-down curtain at each corner of the shelter. When installed, these panels allow wind to 3. Tie a length of rope to the first grommet hole below the...
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ INSTALL THE WIND PANEL ACCESSORY (continued) INSTALL THE RIDGE VENT COVER 3. Place a 2' x 6' wind panel over the end of the drop- If you purchased the ridge vent kit for your FD model,...
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NOTE: With the exception of Truss Arch buildings, tighten all ratchets evenly. ClearSpan™ shelters and Moo-Tels do not have any tested loading criteria. NOTE: Edge of the vent cover will overlap the second rafter and will be snug against the main cover to keep in place.
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CLEARSPAN PREMIUM MOO-TELS ™ QUICK START GUIDE 11'-5" 20' Premium Moo-Tels Height 4'-5" Sidewall 20'-0" Width FRONT Grid Represents 12" Squares Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame. Revision date: 07.03.14...
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