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Revision date: 01.01.16
GrowSpan
Round Cold Frames
™
Photo may show a different but similar model.
GROWSPAN
ROUND COLD FRAMES
™
STK#
DIMENSIONS
103103
20' W x 10' H x 24' L
103104
20' W x 10' H x 48' L
103105
20' W x 10' H x 96' L
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- Page 1 GrowSpan Round Cold Frames ™ Photo may show a different but similar model. STK# DIMENSIONS 103103 20' W x 10' H x 24' L 103104 20' W x 10' H x 48' L ©2016 GrowSpan 103105 20' W x 10' H x 96' L All Rights Reserved.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
• Identify whether underground cables and pipes are present before preparing the site or anchoring the Thank you for purchasing this Growspan™ Cold Frame. structure. When properly assembled and maintained, this product will provide years of reliable service. These instructions include •... -
Page 3: Assembly Procedure
These words and phrases are common to most Growspan™ shelters and identify the different parts of the • Tek Screw: A self-tapping fastener used to secure pipe shelter. -
Page 4: Required Tools
GROWSPAN ROUND 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 ROUND COLD FRAMES ™ The following graphics and photos will help you identify the different parts. (Some parts are not shown.) FA4482B Tek Screw QH1073 102548 102856 Post Driver End Clamp Cross Connector Plain Swaged Swaged and Plain Rafter Sections...
- Page 6 GROWSPAN ROUND COLD FRAMES ™ GrowSpan Round 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 ROUND 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 ROUND 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. center joint with a self-tapping Tek screw. -
Page 9: Frame Assembly
GROWSPAN ROUND COLD FRAMES ™ FRAME ASSEMBLY 5. Verify that both rafters are plumb and properly spaced (4' on center). Gather the parts: 6. Tighten the cross connector on the inside rafter and • All rafter assemblies tighten the end clamp on the end rafter to secure the purlin pipe. - Page 10 GROWSPAN ROUND 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 first interior rafter and the • Treated or recycled plastic lumber (supplied by second interior rafter on each side of the shelter.
- Page 11 GROWSPAN ROUND COLD FRAMES ™ SIDE STRUT INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) ANCHOR THE ASSEMBLED FRAME At this point, anchor the frame. Consult the MUST READ Attach the remaining end of the strut to the baseboard document for anchoring information and suggestions. using a wood screw (FA4368B). See the diagram that Please call customer service at 1-800-245-9881 for follows for location.
- Page 12 GROWSPAN ROUND 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 ROUND 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 the wire spring into the U-channel to secure the cover.
- Page 14 GROWSPAN ROUND 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 ROUND 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. install the main cover on windy or stormy days.
- Page 16 GROWSPAN ROUND 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 ROUND COLD FRAMES ™ SHELTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care and maintenance of the shelter is important. Space below is reserved for customer notes. 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 ROUND COLD FRAMES ™ QUICK START GUIDE 20' Wide Round Cold Frame 20'-0" Shelter Width FRONT Grid Represents 12" Squares Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame. Revision date: 01.01.16...
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