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GrowSpan 111771 Instructions Manual

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Revision date: 01.01.16
GROWSPAN
Rolling Premium High Tunnels
™
Photo may show a different but similar model.
ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS
™
STK#
DIMENSIONS
111770
30' W x 12' H x 24' L
111771
30' W x 12' H x 36' L
111772
30' W x 12' H x 48' L
111773
30' W x 12' H x 60' L
111774
30' W x 12' H x 72' L
111775
30' W x 12' H x 84' L
111776
30' W x 12' H x 96' L
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  • Page 1 Photo may show a different but similar model. STK# DIMENSIONS 111770 30' W x 12' H x 24' L 111771 30' W x 12' H x 36' L 111772 30' W x 12' H x 48' L 111773 30' W x 12' H x 60' L...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Identify whether underground cables and pipes are BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE THE SHELTER. present before preparing the site or anchoring the structure. Thank you for purchasing this GrowSpan™ high tunnel. When properly assembled and maintained, this product will • Location should be away from structures that could provide years of reliable service.

  • Page 3: Assembly Procedure

    These words and phrases are common to most owner is entitled. GrowSpan™ shelters and identify the different parts of the shelter. (Some are used in this document. Others may The steps outlining the assembly process are as follows: not apply to this particular shelter.) These terms describe...

  • Page 4: Required Tools

    GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ REQUIRED TOOLS PARTS IDENTIFICATION The following list identifies the main tools needed to The following graphics and photos will help you identify assemble the shelter. Additional tools and supports may be the different parts. (Some parts are not shown.) needed depending on the structure, location, and application.
  • Page 5 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ PARTS IDENTIFICATION (continued) FRAME ASSEMBLY NOTE During the assembly of the frame, install a Tek screw through each clamp into the rafter and through each clamp into the purlin. Secure all clamps in this manner.
  • Page 6 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ 102197 U-CHANNEL & RIBBON BOARD (OPTIONAL) SPLICE U-CHANNEL BETWEEN RAFTERS The 102197 U-channel is attached to the sides of the If no ribbon board is used, secure the U-channel directly frame and is used to secure the cover film to the frame.
  • Page 7 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY TIP: Build a Rafter-Spacing Jig FRAME ASSEMBLY TIP: Build a Rafter-Spacing Jig 4' On-Center Rafter Spacing To speed the assembly process and to maintain consistent rafter spacing, build a jig (guide) to use during the frame assembly process.
  • Page 8 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ GrowSpan Rolling Premium ™ High Tunnels ATTENTION: Position purlins evenly during the frame assembly. See details in the Quick Start Guide — over-the-top dimensions diagram. OVERVIEW This section describes the basic assembly of your high...
  • Page 9 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ LAYOUT BUILDING POSITION ON SITE To fully use the rolling feature of this building, you must provide adequate distance for the building to move. Minimum distance to clear the original location of the building is twice the building length.
  • Page 10 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ LAYOUT BUILDING POSITION (CONTINUED) Dashed line shows where to drive the fabric staples–one every 4' along each edge. Revision date: 01.01.16...
  • Page 11 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ RAFTER ASSEMBLY — END RAFTERS: SEE NEXT PAGE FOR BASIC RAFTER ASSEMBLY DETAILS Basic Assembly Tips • Review all diagrams and drawings before you begin. • Establish one area to assemble the rafters. •...
  • Page 12 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ RAFTER ASSEMBLY — END RAFTERS (continued) 4. Slide five (5) end clamps (102857) and four (4) band Gather the parts: clamps (QH1440) onto the assembled rafter. Consult • Rafter Chord #30R1902 and #30R1903 the Over-the-Top diagram in the Quick Start section for clamp position.
  • Page 13 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ RAFTER ASSEMBLY (continued) Crew assembles a rafter by attaching the cross beam and braces (above). Consistent rafter width is maintained by setting the ends of the assembled rafter between stakes. Consult the diagrams for on-center width dimensions. Below a crew member secures the brace to the rafter and cross beam.
  • Page 14 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ RAFTER ASSEMBLY (continued)— INTERIOR RAFTERS Basic Assembly Notes for All Interior Rafters: The interior rafters are defined as all rafters that are between the two (2) end rafters. These rafters are typically the same as the end rafters except they do not include the 102857 end clamps or any fittings for the end wall framing.
  • Page 15 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ RAFTER ASSEMBLY (continued) — Mark Purlin Locations on Rafters End Rafter Mark the top, center location. Purlin and End Clamp Position 6'-6 3/4" End Clamp (102857) End Clamp (102857) Purlin Location Purlin Location 4'-2"...
  • Page 16 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ ATTACH 111931 CASTORS TO 30R1904D RAFTER PIPES Basic Assembly Notes to Attach Castors to Rafter Pipes: One way to prevent misalignment of the castors and roller track is to attach the castors to the 30R1904D rafter pipes then slide the rafter pipe into the ends of each assembled rafter during frame assembly.
  • Page 17 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ ATTACH CASTORS TO RAFTER PIPES (continued) 4. Tighten the 1/2" bolt and nut until snug. Do not overtighten. Doing so will crush the rafter pipe. Check that the metal castor is not touching the rafter pipe. Castor should spin freely on axle bolt.

  • Page 18: Frame Assembly

    GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY Gather the parts: • All Rafter Assemblies (End and Interior) • Pipe 1.315'' x 75'' swaged (#131S075) • Pipe 1.315'' x 73.5'' plain) – See Side Profile Diagrams in Quick Start section for quantities.
  • Page 19 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ 5. Position one (1) cross connector (102547) near the top of the interior rafter assembly. 6. With assistance, take one (1) swaged 75" purlin sections (#131S075) and insert the plain end through the 102547 cross connector at the top of the interior rafter.
  • Page 20 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) 10. Move to the remaining purlin positions and repeat steps 6-8 to install those pipes. Remember to use the jig to space the rafters. If a jig is not present, use a tape measure to space the rafters. Spacing is 4' on-center.
  • Page 21 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) 12. Continue adding rafters, castor assemblies, and purlin pipe until the frame is assembled. Remember to secure each purlin splice using a Tek screw. Complete the frame assembly using the final end rafter. Review Step 1 to properly set the end rafter.
  • Page 22 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ INSTALL THE CROSS BEAM PURLIN The cross beam purlin runs the length of the frame from end-to-end on the underside of each rafter cross beam. This purlin is identical to all other purlins currently attached to the assembled frame. Position of the cross-beam purlin is slightly off center to avoid conflicts with the end wall fittings attached to the end rafter cross beam braces.
  • Page 23 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ INSTALL THE CORNER STRUTS The main frame includes two (2) 111405 struts to be installed at each corner. See the diagrams below and in the Quick Start section for details. Gather the parts: •...
  • Page 24 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ ANCHOR THE ASSEMBLED FRAME FINISH ROUGH EDGES At this point, anchor the high tunnel frame. Consult the Gather the parts: diagrams in the Quick Start section (pages 50-51) to • Duct tape determine the anchor position for your building frame. Use the 103937 Tent/Canopy Stake and Strap kits and AS2166 •...
  • Page 25 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ END FRAME ASSEMBLY Consult the diagram below and the details in the Quick Start section to assemble and install the end frames. Gather the parts: • 10015108 (1.90" Short Tee Fitting), 10015808 (1.90" Short Cross Fitting), 190P099 pipe, and 190P096 pipe •...
  • Page 26 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ ATTACH END PANELS COVER FILM INSTALLATION CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not install end After the end panels are installed, install the cover film. The panels on a windy day. steps to install the cover film include: 1.
  • Page 27 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ INSTALL POLY LATCH U-CHANNEL (Continued) INSTALL COVER FILM Gather the parts: 2. Using FA4482B screws, continue to attach the U-channel sections to the rafters and work toward the • Main cover film other end of the frame.
  • Page 28 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ 4. Once the cover film is in place and centered on the 8. After the cover is stretched end-to-end and secured frame, begin at the peak of one end rafter and install using the spring and U-channel, move to one side of the spring into the U-channel to secure the cover.
  • Page 29 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ INSTALL THE ROLL-UP SIDE ASSEMBLIES ATTACH CONDUIT TO COVER FILM ROLL-UP SIDE The instructions below describe how to install a single Gather the parts: roll-up sidewall assembly for one side of the frame. The •...
  • Page 30 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ TWIST-OF-THE-WRIST ASSEMBLY 4. Position the channel along the end rafter at the end of the building where the Twist-of-the-Wrist assembly will Gather the parts: be located. • Aluminum channel (102570) NOTE: Verify that the lower end of the channel is •...
  • Page 31 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ TWIST-OF-THE-WRIST ASSEMBLY (Continued) 12. Slide the Twist-of-the-Wrist assembly onto the aluminum channel from the ground end. (This is the 8. Slide the Twist-of-the-Wrist mounting plate over the free end of the channel.) long bolts and secure the plate with two lock nuts.
  • Page 32 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ INSTALL THE AS2200 QUICK LINKS FOR THE ANTI- BILLOW ROPES The AS2200 Quick Links are used to secure the lower end of the anti-billow rope when these are installed. Complete the following steps to install the AS2200 Quick Links.
  • Page 33 Positions of FA2061 Eyebolts Positions of AS2200 Quick Links Anti-Billow Rope Pattern 24'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 24'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111770 36'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 36'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111771 48'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 48'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111772 Revision date: 01.01.16...
  • Page 34 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ ANTI-BILLOW ROPE PATTERNS: ALL LENGTHS (continued) 60'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 60'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111773 72'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 72'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111774 84'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 84'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111775 96'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 96'-0"...
  • Page 35 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ INSTALL THE FA2061 EYEBOLTS (ANTI-BILLOW ROPES) The FA2061 eyebolts, FALB01B nuts, and FAMF01B washers are used to secure the upper end of the anti-billow rope. The length of the FA2061 eyebolt allows installation through the installed U-channel and the rafter if desired.
  • Page 36 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ ANTI-BILLOW ROPE INSTALLATION SHELTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care and maintenance of the rolling high tunnel is TO PREVENT DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE INJURY, important. Check the following items periodically to properly INSTALL THE ANTI-BILLOW ROPES IN SHORT maintain the shelter: LENGTHS ALONG EACH SIDE OF THE FRAME.
  • Page 37 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ 6'-6 3/4" QUICK START GUIDE 30' Wide Rolling Premium High Tunnels GROUND LEVEL 30'-0" CENTER TO CENTER (GRID REPRESENTS 12" SQUARES) Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame. Revision date: 01.01.16...
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  • Page 50 4. Next, roll the frame on the 1.66" track to the new location, drive new stakes, and 24'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 24'-0" CENTER TO CENTER reconnect the straps to the anchor shackles. 111770 36'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 36'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111771 48'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 48'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111772 Revision date: 01.01.16...
  • Page 51 GROWSPAN ROLLING PREMIUM HIGH TUNNELS ™ 60'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 60'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111773 72'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 72'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111774 84'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 84'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111775 96'-0" CENTER-TO-CENTER 96'-0" CENTER TO CENTER 111776 Revision date: 01.01.16...

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