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Cross Connectors and Ridge Poles
Pictures on the following page.
Ridge poles and cross connectors work together to connect and stabilize the hoops.
Optional purlins and additional cross connectors further stabilize and are installed the
same way. (See page 33)
Tools
● Rope/ Stakes
● Drill w/ ¼" bit
● Step ladder
● Saw
● Ratchet & Sockets
● Tape measure
● Cross Connector 1.375
● 75in Swage Ridge Pole
● 36in Extension Ridge Pole
Install Ridge Pole and Connectors
1.
Loosely place cross connector on the top of the rest of the hoops.
2.
Starting at one end wall carefully ensure that the end wall is still plumb.
3.
Connect the ridge poles together with #8 self tap through from the bottom or on
the side at the swaged connection.. Insert the pole into the end wall cross
connector and the next hoop cross connector. Continue adding ridge poles until
the other endwall is reached.
4.
Center the loose assembly on the very top and center of the hoop, double check
the plumb of the end wall and tighten the bolt on the connector using a ratchet.
5.
Measure 4' on center from 1st tightened connector to the next connector and
secure at that point.
6.
Repeat this process for each hoop as you make final plumb adjustments while
keeping cross connectors 4' apart. Depending on the length of your greenhouse,
you will use a 36'' extension on the end of the ridge pole, or a full 75'' ridge pole
and cut off the excess.
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● wrench
Parts (PER 20FT)
● ¼ x 2" bolt galv. (15)
● ¼ nut galv. (15)
● ¼ split lock washer galv. (15)
● ¼ flat washer galv.(30)
● End Wall Band Clamp 1.375"
● #10 self tap screw
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