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Revision date: 01.01.16
GrowSpan
Straight Sided Cold Frames
Photo may show a different but similar model.
GROWSPAN
STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES
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STK#
DIMENSIONS
105044
28' W x 11' H x 36' L
105045
28' W x 11' H x 60' L
105046
28' W x 11' H x 72' L
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- Page 1 GrowSpan ™ Straight Sided Cold Frames Photo may show a different but similar model. STK# DIMENSIONS ©2016 GrowSpan 105044 28' W x 11' H x 36' L All Rights Reserved. Reproduction 105045 28' W x 11' H x 60' L is prohibited without permission.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
Never erect the structure under power lines. BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE THE SHELTER. • Identify whether underground cables and pipes are Thank you for purchasing this GrowSpan™ Cold Frame. present before preparing the site or anchoring the When properly assembled and maintained, this product will structure. -
Page 3: Assembly Procedure
These words and phrases are common to most GrowSpan™ shelters and identify the different parts of • Tek Screw: A self-tapping fastener used to secure pipe the shelter. -
Page 4: Required Tools
GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ SPECIAL NOTE: Baseboards for Frame REQUIRED TOOLS These instructions describe installing a baseboard The following list identifies the main tools needed to (recommended) at ground level along each side of the assemble the shelter. Additional tools and supports may be frame. - Page 5 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ The following graphics and photos will help you identify the different parts and show you how they are used. (Some parts are not shown.) FA4482B QH1404 Tek Screw Band Clamp 102857 102547 End Clamp...
- Page 6 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ GrowSpan ™ Straight Sided Cold Frames OVERVIEW This section is an overview of the process for assembling your cold frame. For details, please see section, Assembling the Cold Frame Components. See illustration below to identify main parts of the cold frame.
- Page 7 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ LAY OUT THE BUILDING SITE 4. String a line at least as long as the building 90° from the line between the first and second corner ground After the site is prepared, lay out the building site.
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Page 8: Rafter Assembly
GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ ASSEMBLING THE COLD FRAME COMPONENTS 3. With the main rafter pipes seated at each joint and the rafter positioned on a flat surface, secure only the NOTE: Assistance is required to assemble the frame. -
Page 9: Frame Assembly
GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY 7. Tighten the cross connector on the inside rafter and tighten the end clamp on the end rafter to secure the Gather the parts: first purlin pipe. • All rafter assemblies 8. Move down the rafters and install two (2) purlin pipes as shown below. - Page 10 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ BASEBOARD INSTALLATION (RECOMMENDED) SIDE STRUT INSTALLATION Gather the parts: There are four (4) side struts for the shelter. These struts are positioned between the end rafters and the first interior • Treated or recycled plastic lumber (supplied by rafter on each side of the shelter.
- Page 11 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ SIDE STRUT INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) OPTIONAL COVER INSTALLATION (Cover is not included with standard cold frame. Additional purchase is required if 3. Attach the remaining end of the strut to the baseboard installing a cover and/or roll-up side accessory.) using a wood screw or nut and bolt (not included).
- Page 12 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ OPTIONAL MAIN COVER INSTALLATION 3. Repeat these steps for the remaining end rafter. After the frame is assembled and the baseboards are 4. After attaching the poly latch U-channel to the tops of attached to the frame, the optional cover can be installed.
- Page 13 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ COVER INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) 4. Once the main cover is in place and centered on the frame, begin at the peak of one end rafter and install Install the Cover Film (Wear Eye Protection!) the wire spring into the U-channel to secure the cover.
- Page 14 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ COVER INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) OPTIONAL MAIN COVER INSTALLATION WITH ROLL- UP SIDES NOTE: Maintain an even length along the side. The final stretching of the cover takes place when the last Attach Poly Latch U-Channel side is secured.
- Page 15 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ OPTIONAL MAIN COVER INSTALLATION WITH ROLL- WARNING: To prevent damage to the cover and to UP SIDES (CONTINUED) prevent serious personal injury, DO NOT attempt to 3. Repeat these steps for the remaining side.
- Page 16 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ OPTIONAL MAIN COVER INSTALLATION W/ ROLL-UP 9. After securing the first side, move to the remaining side SIDES (CONTINUED) and secure it in place. Photos show installing the spring into the U-channel on the outside of a frame. The process is the same for the U-channel attached to the top of the end rafters.
- Page 17 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ SHELTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE Space below is reserved for customer notes. Proper care and maintenance of the shelter is important. Check the following items periodically to properly maintain the shelter: • Check the ground posts and anchoring system (if equipped) to see that all components are tight and in good repair.
- Page 18 GROWSPAN STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES ™ 10’-11 5/8” Height 48” Sidewall QUICK START GUIDE 28’-0” 28' Wide Straight Sided Cold Frame Width FRONT Grid Represents 12” Squares Ground Level Frame shown may vary in length from actual frame. Revision date: 01.01.16...
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