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BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE THE SHELTER. • Never erect the structure under power lines. Thank you for purchasing this ClearSpan™ greenhouse. • Identify whether underground cables and pipes are When properly assembled and maintained, this product will present before preparing the site or anchoring the provide years of reliable service.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE REQUIRED TOOLS Following the instructions as presented will help ensure The following list identifies the main tools needed to the proper assembly of your greenhouse. Failing to follow assemble the greenhouse. Additional tools and supports these steps may result in an improperly assembled and may be needed.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ LAY OUT THE BUILDING SITE After the site is prepared, identifying the location of the greenhouse corners helps to square the frame after it is assembled. Taking these steps before assembling the greenhouse saves time and ensures that the structure is positioned as The following graphics and photos will help you identify the desired.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ ASSEMBLE BASE FRAME Consult the Assembled Base and Exploded Base Views at the back of these instructions to assemble the base frame. NOTE: All screws in this step are installed in the sides of the baseboards. DO NOT install screws into the top of the baseboards.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL FRONT PANELS WARNING: To prevent damage to the panels and to prevent serious personal injury, do not attempt to install the panels on windy days. Secure front panels (#CG08100 & #CG08106) to the base frame using 3/4" Phillips head 3/4"...
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL SIDE PANELS WARNING: To prevent damage to the panels and to prevent serious personal injury, do not attempt to install the panels on windy days. Secure side panels (#CG96113) to the base frame using 3/4" Phillips head screws.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL BACK PANELS WARNING: To prevent damage to the panels and to prevent serious personal injury, do not attempt to install the panels on windy days. Secure back panels (#CG08101 & #CG08107) to the base frame as previously described in Section 2.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ ATTACH AND MARK TOP PLATES Gather the parts: FAS13 construction • 96" top plate (#10513696) screws • 12" top plate (#10513612) • 2-1/2" construction screws (#FAS13) Using FAS13 construction screws spaced at 12" intervals, attach two (2) 96" top plates and one (1) 12"...
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL VERTICAL SUPPORTS AND RIDGE ASSEMBLY Vertical Support Vertical supports may be shipped pre-attached to the end panels. Attach vertical supports as described in Step 1 if needed, otherwise skip to Step 2. Position a vertical support board flush against the inside FAS13 of the front panel as shown to the right.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL FINISHING BACK PANEL NOTE: Finishing back panel can be installed at either end of the greenhouse as desired depending on the position of the vertical wall. For the purpose of these instructions, diagrams show greenhouse on the left of the vertical wall as seen from the front.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ Pre-drill fastener hole. INSTALL MIDDLE RAFTERS Assistance may be required to attach rafters. Locate a rafter board (#CG08125) and drill and countersink a hole for the rafter fastener using a 1/8" drill bit. NOTE: You must pre-drill holes for the rafter fasteners to prevent the rafter leg from splitting.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ CG08124 INSTALL RAKE BOARDS AND ROOF PANELS View as WARNING: To prevent damage to the panels and FAS13 seen from to prevent serious personal injury, do not attempt to construction the inside. install the panels on windy days.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL RAKE BOARDS AND ROOF PANELS (continued) Continue attaching the remaining roof panels as previously described as desired until the roof is complete. With all roof panels in position and secure, attach the back rake board (#CG08124) as described in Step 1.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL DOOR PANELS Gather the parts: • Door panels (#CG12119A & #CG12119B) Upper Door Panel • CG12119A All door accessories • 1 1/8" construction screws (#FAS8) • 3/4" Phillips head screws (#FAF25P) Lower Door Panel Use the diagrams to install the door panels.
CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ INSTALL SOLAR VENT OPENER ASSEMBLY The solar vent openers are attached to the vented roof and end panels of the greenhouse. When properly installed, these openers automatically open the vent panels of the greenhouse when the temperature in the greenhouse increases.
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Repair or replace all customer-supplied materials as needed to prevent injury or damage. • Replace all worn or damaged parts promptly. NOTE: With the exception of Truss Arch buildings and unless otherwise noted, ClearSpan™ shelters and greenhouses do not have any tested loading criteria. Apply Vent Tape...
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ EXPLODED BASE VIEW ATTENTION: Measure all lengths of plastic lumber and match them to the lumber lengths shown in the chart below to verify that you have the correct parts. ATTENTION: For concrete surfaces, anchor the frame using customer-supplied brackets and wedge anchors.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ ASSEMBLED BASE VIEW IMPORTANT: Measure 51" from the ends of the sideboards, NOT the corner edge. NOTE: Mark lines on the outer sideboard at the 51" measurements for the on-center pass-thru connector locations. ATTENTION: Measure all lengths of plastic lumber and match them to the lumber lengths shown in the chart below to verify that you have the correct parts.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ SQUARING THE FRAME Measure diagonally corner-to-corner from the same point as shown below. The frame is square when the two diagonal measurements are equal. The recycled plastic lumber is flexible. Verify that the side rails are straight before anchoring the base and assembling the greenhouse.
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CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES ™ ANCHORING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Ground anchors are sold separately. Outside View ATTENTION: For concrete surfaces, Inside View anchor the frame using customer- supplied brackets and wedge anchors. Consult the services of a qualified contractor for additional information and details.
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