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GrowSpan Gothic 106306 Installation Instructions Manual

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Revision date: 01.10.20
GrowSpan
Sidewall & Roof Cladding Installation —
Polycarbonate Panels
For these Greenhouses with Full Polycarbonate Roof and Roll-Up
or Drop-Down Sides:
– Gothic 26' Wide: 106306 – 106309
– Gothic 30' Wide: 106310 – 106313
– Gothic 34' Wide: 106314 – 106317
Greenhouses
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©2018 GrowSpan (All Rights Reserved. Reproduction is prohibited without permission.)
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• Flashing
• Sidewall Panels
• Roof Panels
• Ridge Cap
• Ribbon Board
• Seal Greenhouse
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  • Page 1 For these Greenhouses with Full Polycarbonate Roof and Roll-Up or Drop-Down Sides: – Gothic 26' Wide: 106306 – 106309 – Gothic 30' Wide: 106310 – 106313 – Gothic 34' Wide: 106314 – 106317 ©2018 GrowSpan (All Rights Reserved. Reproduction is prohibited without permission.) Revision date: 01.10.20...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Important Information Contents READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN These instructions include helpful hints and important information needed to Important Information ..................2 safely install roof cladding. Please read these instructions before you begin. Baseboards & Ribbon Boards ................ 4 If you have any questions during the assembly, contact Customer Service at Polycarbonate Cladding Overview ..............
  • Page 3 Important Information PANEL AND RIDGE CAP INSTALLATION NOTE PARTS FOR PANEL INSTALLATION Depending on available equipment, it may be necessary to construct a support structure to allow someone to reach top of greenhouse from outside. If a support structure has to be used, design structure to FA4652 Wood Screw support both the weight of structure and person using it.

  • Page 4: Baseboards & Ribbon Boards

    Baseboards & Ribbon Boards CUSTOMER-SUPPLIED BASEBOARDS & RIBBON BOARD REQUIREMENTS Baseboard installation is described in Guide #3. Materials for baseboard are not included and are supplied by customer. Example below shows baseboard as attached to frame for a building with polycarbonate roof. Greenhouses equipped with roll-up sides do not require baseboards; however, they are recommended and can be used if desired.

  • Page 5: Polycarbonate Cladding Overview

    Polycarbonate Cladding Overview POLYCARBONATE CLADDING: FULL ROOF AND PARTIAL SIDES Diagram shows sample greenhouse with full roof cladding and partial sidewall cladding. Roof cladding consists of an upper and lower polycarbonate panel. During installation, upper panel overlaps top edge of lower panel. Upper Roof Panel Overlap Flashing...

  • Page 6: Install Flashing

    Install Flashing INSTALL FLASHING (PGFLSAXXFCW0063) GATHER PARTS: Flashing is installed at each frame end to cap tops of end wall polycarbonate panels. Flashing • FA4482B TEK Screws installation occurs after frame assembly and before sidewall and roof panel installation. Screws •...
  • Page 7 Install Flashing FLASHING INSTALLATION (continued) Continue with flashing installation. 1. Locate a piece of flashing (PGFLSAXXFCW0063) and place it at one frame corner tight against the end wall panel. NOTE: If any Tek screws holding end wall panels interfere with flashing installation, remove the Tek screws, seal holes with silicone, and place flashing in position.
  • Page 8 Install Flashing FLASHING INSTALLATION (continued) 5. Take additional pieces of flashing and fit these to the roof section. Begin with a full-length flashing piece, then cut another section to finish edge up to peak. Before installing second piece to overlap first, apply a narrow bead of silicone to overlap area. Overlap flashing approximately 3". Place overlap seam higher on roof edge so it is less noticeable.

  • Page 9: Polycarbonate Panel Installation

    Polycarbonate Panel Installation Actual greenhouse may differ from example shown. INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS Chart below shows the polycarbonate panels used to cover each gothic-style frame. All panels are 47-1/4" wide; length is cut-to-fit during construction. Review chart below to identify panels and panel locations for your greenhouse. Materials and parts needed: BUILDING WIDTH ROOF (one side of one bay)
  • Page 10 Polycarbonate Panel Installation INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS The 26', 30' and 34' wide gothic-style greenhouses have an upper and lower roof panel for each bay. These panels overlap each other once installed. Review the diagrams and photos on this page for an overview of roof panel installation. Installation procedure is found later in this guide. Outside Greenhouse FA4484B Tek Screw &...
  • Page 11 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued There are different ways to install panels. Individuals with prior construction experience may elect to install panels using a method that differs from what is presented. Others may choose to follow or modify the steps below. In all cases, read through the following pages to examine one way to install these panels. ATTENTION: If your greenhouse does not include the drop-down or roll-up End Wall View side panel option, contact customer service to verify you have the correct...
  • Page 12 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued IMPORTANT: Examine the 115813 eave channel before cutting Mark UV-Protected Side sidewall panels to determine exactly how panels and profile connect. Do not cut all panels before test fitting first roof and sidewall panels to the 115813 eave channel to ensure you have cut panels to correct lengths.
  • Page 13 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels 7. Side Panel at Corners/Frame Ends Only: Cut a section of 104548 end INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued cap profile to cover outside edge of panel. This is the edge that attaches 6. Place side panel on a covered surface to protect edges. Cut a to end rafter.
  • Page 14 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 8. Set panel in place against end rafter and first interior rafter and check fit of eave channel and roof panel by temporarily installing those items. Align bottom of panel with chalk line. Clamp sidewall panel to interior rafter (along H-channel edge) using hand clamps if necessary.
  • Page 15 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels Actual greenhouse may differ from example shown. INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 10. Prepare next panel as previously Step 10 Step 11 & 12 described (Steps 1-6) and attach to sidewall of next frame bay. NOTE: To prevent dislodging H-channel from panel, sometimes it is easier to install H-channel...
  • Page 16 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 13. Locate a roof panel and prepare according to Steps 1-7. NOTE: Review chart on Page 9 for roof panel part number. 14. Place prepared panel on frame with foil tape at top and UV-protected side out.
  • Page 17 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 15. Secure lower panel to frame Step 15 End View using FA4484B Tek screws and 102921 neo-bonded washers along Install H-channel Vent H-channel edge and FA4484B Tek along this edge. Tape screws only along 104548 end cap edge.
  • Page 18 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 17. Measure 6" down from top of lower panels and mark location using a non-permanent marker, or a chalk line with non-permanent chalk. 18. Next, measure from frame peak to line made in previous step to determine length of upper panel.
  • Page 19 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 21. With assistance, set prepared upper Step 21 Step 23 panel in place on frame and align edge with lower panel and with overlap line mark on lower panel. 22.
  • Page 20 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 24. Repeat steps to cut and prepare Step 24 Step 25 another upper panel for installation. 25. Slide edge into H-channel of adjacent panel and align with overlap mark on lower panels.
  • Page 21 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 27. Move inside the frame and measure between rafters at point where upper and lower panels overlap. See line with arrow at each end (below). 28. Cut a piece of 104779 (1.5" x 1.5") square tubing to fit between rafters. (All tubes should be same length for all remaining overlap joints.) NOTE: Diagram (lower-right) shows where to measure to determine length of 1.5"...
  • Page 22 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 30. With tube aligned and someone holding it in place, drive FA4484B Tek screws with neo-bonded washers through from outside into the 1.5" x 1.5" backer tube. Outside Greenhouse FA4484B Tek Screw &...
  • Page 23 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued 33. Repeat steps to prepare and Step 33 Step 34 install all remaining panels for first side. 34. Repeat steps as needed to install first sidewall panels for opposite side of frame. NOTE: If additional access is needed to inside the frame, leave an opening in sidewall...
  • Page 24 Roof Cladding Installation — Polycarbonate Panels INSTALL POLYCARBONATE PANELS — continued Roof Panel To better secure flashing at each corner, additional fasteners are included to attach end cap profile to metal flashing. This connection helps prevent separation of the individual components.

  • Page 25: Ridge Cap Installation

    Ridge Cap Installation INSTALL RIDGE CAP AND REMAINING ROOF PANELS CAUTION: Never apply weight to installed polycarbonate panels! POLYCARBONATE PANELS ARE NOT DESIGNED OR INTENDED TO The ridge cap completes the roof installation for the greenhouse. The steps, SUPPORT EXCESS WEIGHT. USE A LIFT WHEN NEEDED. Consult a diagrams, and photos that follow describe one way to attach ridge cap professional contractor experienced with the installation and assembly of sections.
  • Page 26 Ridge Cap Installation INSTALL RIDGE CAP AND REMAINING ROOF PANELS — continued 3. Along both edges of ridge cap section, evenly mark four (4) mounting bolt hole locations. Position all holes so they land between rafters when section is set in place on roof panels.
  • Page 27 Ridge Cap Installation INSTALL RIDGE CAP AND REMAINING ROOF PANELS — continued 5. Using one (1) 104548 end cap section (8'), cut two (2) pieces that fit between rafters on the underside of roof panels where ridge cap will be installed. Step 5 Ridge Cap Step 6: Dashed line shows location of silicone...

  • Page 28: End View

    Ridge Cap Installation INSTALL RIDGE CAP AND REMAINING ROOF PANELS — continued 8. Position an assistant, with the two (2) cut 104548 end cap sections (from earlier step), inside greenhouse to reach underside of roof peak. FA4484B Tek Screw & Ridge Cap 102921B Neo-Bonded Washer...
  • Page 29 Ridge Cap Installation INSTALL RIDGE CAP AND REMAINING ROOF PANELS — continued 12. Prepare and install the next set of roof panel as previously described. NOTE: Cut and install H-channel along one edge only. (No 104548 end cap profile is used for mid roof panels.) Use 111929 (12') H-channel for 10' and 12' panels when present.
  • Page 30 Ridge Cap Installation INSTALL RIDGE CAP AND REMAINING ROOF PANELS — continued 15. Repeat steps as needed to install all remaining roof panels and ridge cap sections for greenhouse. Actual greenhouse may differ from example shown throughout this guide. 16. After installing all polycarbonate sidewall and roof panels and the ridge cap, continue with the next page. Polycarbonate Panel Install Revision date: 01.10.20...

  • Page 31: Cladding Details

    Cladding Details Complete these steps to complete cladding installation. 1. Cut and install a small piece of scrap flashing material or polycarbonate panel to seal ridge cap at both ends (A). Secure end cap to ridge cap using silicone sealant or small Tek screws. Scrap piece of flashing material or polycarbonate panel.

  • Page 32: Install Ribbon Boards - Required

    Install Ribbon Boards – Required Install Ribbon Boards – Required INSTALL RIBBON BOARDS Gather Parts: Ribbon board is typically constructed using a 2" x 6" board • FAH009B (1/4" x 4") Carriage Bolt (recommended) attached to frame along each side. Secure boards to frame using 1/4"...
  • Page 33 Install Ribbon Boards – Required INSTALL RIBBON BOARDS — continued 5. Set and hold (or clamp) the next board into position and repeat steps to 8. Move inside greenhouse and secure lower edge of polycarbonate panel to secure to frame using the supplied carriage bolts and nuts. ribbon board using FA4652 wood screws.

  • Page 34: Seal Greenhouse

    Seal Greenhouse APPLY SILICONE SEALANT You can seal greenhouse now or after the roll-up or drop-down curtain installation (Guide #3) is complete. To seal greenhouse now, return to areas shown below and seal using silicone sealant (included): • Apply a thin bead of silicone along each seam where the 104548 end cap meets flashing.

  • Page 35: Greenhouse Care & Maintenance

    If greenhouse is disassembled and moved, inspect all parts and connections before reassembly. • Depending on contents, construction of shelter, shelter materials, and shelter location, the potential for condensation exists. GrowSpan™ offers several items that can be used to help alleviate a condensation condition.

  • Page 36: Rafter Profile: 26' Wide (106306 - 106309)

    Rafter Profile: 26' Wide (106306 – 106309) ATTENTION: Panel dimensions are shown for reference only; it is best to confirm using actual measurements taken from assembled frame before cutting panels to size. Minor changes in assembly will affect actual panel dimensions. Upper roof panel overlaps lower panel approximately 6". PANEL USED ROOF POSITION ACTION...

  • Page 37: Rafter Profile: 30' Wide (106310 - 106313)

    Rafter Profile: 30' Wide (106310 – 106313) ATTENTION: Panel dimensions are shown for reference only; it is best to confirm using actual measurements taken from assembled frame before cutting panels to size. Minor changes in assembly will affect actual panel dimensions. Upper roof panel overlaps lower panel approximately 6". PANEL USED ROOF POSITION ACTION...

  • Page 38: Rafter Profile: 34' Wide (106314 - 106317)

    Rafter Profile: 34' Wide (106314 – 106317) ATTENTION: Panel dimensions are shown for reference only; it is best to confirm using actual measurements taken from assembled frame before cutting panels to size. Minor changes in assembly will affect actual panel dimensions. Upper roof panel overlaps lower panel approximately 6". PANEL USED ROOF POSITION ACTION...

  • Page 39: Notes Page

    Notes Page Revision date: 01.10.20 Polycarbonate Panel Install...

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