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GROWSPAN

™

GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS

Revision date: 06.07.18

H-CHANNEL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

The new H-channel design requires installation of the flat side facing out with channel side toward

the building. Some diagrams and photos in this document show installation of

original

H-channel with

channel side facing out. Design of new H-channel

does not allow

channel-side out installation.

Use the diagrams on this page to install H-channel with flat side facing out.

ATTENTION:

Use only 1-1/2" Tek screws to attach H-channel to building frame.

Do not use

shorter screws. They will not hold. Do not use washers on Tek screws when installing

H-channel.

ATTENTION:

Install all twin-wall polycarbonate panels with UV-protected side toward the sun.

UV-protected side

toward sun.

Install 1-1/2" Tek screws through

H-channel into building frame.

H-Channel

Center Groove

Flat side toward the sun.

Flat

Side

Channel

Summary of Contents for Growers supply GrowSpan 106306PC

Page 1: ...different but similar model STK DIMENSIONS 106306PC 26 W x 12 H x 28 L 106307PC 26 W x 12 H x 36 L 106308PC 26 W x 12 H x 48 L 106309PC 26 W x 12 H x 72 L 2018 Growers Supply All Rights Reserved Repr...

Page 2: ...er location is an important step before you begin to assemble the structure The following suggestions and precautions will help you determine whether your selected location is the best location Never...

Page 3: ...Install main roof panels 13 Read the care and maintenance information in next column POLYCARBONATE PANELS Do not allow panels to remain in direct sunlight with protective film in place Doing so will c...

Page 4: ...parts listed on the Bill of Materials Spec Sheets are present If anything is missing or you have questions consult the Pictorial Parts Guide and all diagrams for clarification or contact Customer Serv...

Page 5: ...Connector 104074 Square to Round Tube Connect Bracket 102856 End Clamp FAH009B FALB01B Carriage Bolt Hex Nut 104624 Square Tube Fitting QH1330 Angle Bracket 104213 Aluminum U Channel Profile 104548 En...

Page 6: ...l does not allow channel side out installation Use the diagrams on this page to install H channel with flat side facing out ATTENTION Use only 1 1 2 Tek screws to attach H channel to building frame Do...

Page 7: ...e joints as guides when installing the end clamps cross connectors and purlins Purlins Ground Post GrowSpan Gothic Pro Greenhouses and Systems OVERVIEW See illustration below to identify main parts of...

Page 8: ...round post 6 Repeat the same step for the last corner post NOTE The distance measured diagonally between corner posts must be equal for the building to be square 7 Check all dimensions and adjust if n...

Page 9: ...are set onto the ground posts 1 Select the five 5 pipes needed to assemble the first end rafter and arrange on a level surface 2 Slide four 4 end purlin clamps two on each side of the peak over the r...

Page 10: ...urate spacing of the rafter assemblies is achieved and maintained during assembly Gather the Parts Pipe 1 315 x 75 Swaged 131S075 Pipe 1 315 x XX Plain 131P0XX Marker and Tape Measure NOTE The purlins...

Page 11: ...Cross Connector 102548 5 16 x 2 1 2 Machine Bolts and 5 16 Nuts Lifts ladders and assistants Rope or cable 1 Carefully stand the first end rafter slide a band clamp onto each rafter leg and place the...

Page 12: ...on the purlin with the center of the rafter to maintain the proper spacing Interior Rafter Align mark with center of rafter Purlin 11 Verify that the rafter spacing is forty eight inches 48 on center...

Page 13: ...are set and all purlins are in place and secure return to each pipe splice of each purlin and verify that a Tek screw is installed Install a Tek screw if needed 22 Remove any temporary bracing if nee...

Page 14: ...tallation instructions for the accessories if equipped or measure the width of the accessory to accurately space and position the end frame tubes Consult the panel installation diagrams in the Quick S...

Page 15: ...wall The base tube consists of 99 swaged tubes and one 1 short section cut from a 102897 square tube See Quick Start section for clarification 2 Insert the swaged ends of the tubing into the plain end...

Page 16: ...r 14 With the square to round tube connect bracket attached to the top of each vertical door frame tube use the bolt in the band clamp to attach the bracket to the band clamp DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TI...

Page 17: ...these clamps 23 Using the end frame diagrams Quick Start section measure and mark on the base tube the locations of the remaining vertical end wall supports 24 Choose the parts for each remaining vert...

Page 18: ...umb and use the short Tek screws to secure the square tube fitting to the base tube Center Mark 30 Tighten the top band clamp and install a short Tek screw through the clamp and into the rafter 31 Rep...

Page 19: ...ional double door is not used Consult the end frame diagram for additional information 1 Read the note regarding the installation of optional accessories at the beginning of the end wall installation...

Page 20: ...Consult the Polycarbonate Panels diagrams Quick Start section for the location and lengths of each panel The diagrams are located at the back of these instructions ATTENTION Panels must be position as...

Page 21: ...the polycarbonate panels as described for the front and back end walls ATTENTION U channel profile is installed along the edges of the panels shown in the diagram below Cut upper panel to proper lengt...

Page 22: ...inum U Channel profile Corners are cut at 45 angles To keep the panel and profile in place the long Tek screws and neo bonded galvanized washers are installed so the screw drills through the longer ed...

Page 23: ...to the rough opening to stop the door in the frame and to help seal the gap between the door and frame End cap used for door stop and seal Diagram may show a different frame used for illustration purp...

Page 24: ...el by six 6 inches 3 Install ridge cap 4 Repeating Steps 1 3 work toward other end of frame until all panels and ridge cap sections are installed 5 Attach aluminum profile to lower edge of upper panel...

Page 25: ...side and remove protective film NOTE Mark UV protected side using a piece of tape or other means to ensure side is installed toward the sun 2 Apply vent tape 104774 to cover one end of panel 3 Move t...

Page 26: ...align check that rafters are spaced at 48 on center from ground post along one side to those on opposite side Adjust rafters as needed Duct tape can be used in small pieces to hold H channel in place...

Page 27: ...from top Review diagrams below for another way to install lower panels a After installing lower panels of first frame bay prepare the next lower panel as previously described but do not attach any H c...

Page 28: ...and outside the frame carefully set panel on frame and overlap top of lower panel by 6 17 Align panel and center H channel with center of end rafter and first interior rafter 18 Secure panel to rafte...

Page 29: ...ach ridge cap to 104548 end cap using FA4484B Tek screws and 102921 neo bonded washers Repeat to secure remaining side of ridge cap 104548 end cap cut to fit between rafters inside frame Tek screw and...

Page 30: ...per panels Solid line shows lower end of all upper panels dashed line shows upper edge of all lower panels which is capped with foil tape during panel preparation X X Step 24 25 Step 26 A IMPORTANT BE...

Page 31: ...f 1 5 x 1 5 tube Diagram shows installed panels as seen standing inside greenhouse 4 From inside the frame align square tube as shown over lower end of upper panel dashed line Hold tube in place tight...

Page 32: ...page ATTENTION If you are not installing a baseboard skip to and continue by sealing greenhouse using the supplied silicone sealant View from outside of the shelter Upper Panel Installed 104213 U Cha...

Page 33: ...e of Shelter After installing all panels installing baseboards is strongly recommended Minimum size is 2 x 6 Length determined by building length Materials for baseboards are supplied by the customer...

Page 34: ...U channel 2 Seal seams between H channel and ends of U channel 4 Seal upper edge of both end walls with a bead of sealant See dashed line in diagram below Frame shown may differ from actual frame 5 Se...

Page 35: ...tion Remove debris and objects that accumulate on greenhouse Use tools that will not damage panels cover when removing debris Remove snow to prevent excess accumulation Use tools that will not damage...

Page 36: ...GROWSPAN GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS 36 Revision date 06 07 18 QUICK START GUIDE 26 Gothic Pro Greenhouse Frame shown may differ in length from actual frame...

Page 37: ...37 GROWSPAN GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS Revision date 06 07 18 FRONT PROFILE...

Page 38: ...AND SYSTEMS 38 Revision date 06 07 18 SIDE PROFILE 106306PC Baseboards Supplied by Customer 28 0 Shelter Length 4 0 Rafter Spacing 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0495 4 Runs of Pipe Assembly Use...

Page 39: ...AND SYSTEMS Revision date 06 07 18 SIDE PROFILE 106307PC Baseboards Supplied by Customer 36 0 Shelter Length 4 0 Rafter Spacing 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 131S075 4 Runs of Pipe Assembly...

Page 40: ...40 Revision date 06 07 18 SIDE PROFILE 106308PC 48 0 Shelter Length 4 0 Rafter Spacing 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 4 Runs of Pipe Assembly Used for Purlin runs 131S075 131S075 131S075 Ba...

Page 41: ...e 06 07 18 SIDE PROFILE 106309PC Baseboards Supplied by Customer 72 0 Shelter Length 4 0 Rafter Spacing 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075...

Page 42: ...GROWSPAN GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS 42 Revision date 06 07 18 CONNECTIONS...

Page 43: ...43 GROWSPAN GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS Revision date 06 07 18 CONNECTION FRAME DETAILS...

Page 44: ...L 48 C L C L 22 7 8 C L C L 22 7 8 C L C L 48 C L C L 25 1 8 C L C L VIEW 1 VIEW 3 VIEW 2 NOTE COLUMNS NOT DIMENIONED HAVE A NON CRITICAL PLACEMENT AND ARE USED FOR POLYCARBONATE SUPPORT ALL END FRAM...

Page 45: ...45 GROWSPAN GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS Revision date 06 07 18 CONNECTION END WALL DETAILS...

Page 46: ...25 1 8 C L C L 47 15 16 C L C L 25 1 8 C L C L 22 7 8 C L C L 48 C L C L NOTE COLUMNS NOT DIMENIONED HAVE A NON CRITICAL PLACEMENT AND ARE USED FOR POLYCARBONATE SUPPORT ALL END FRAMING TUBES ARE FUL...

Page 47: ...l does not allow channel side out installation Use the diagrams on this page to install H channel with flat side facing out ATTENTION Use only 1 1 2 Tek screws to attach H channel to building frame Do...

Page 48: ...LS FRONT VIEW EXCESS TRIMMED AND USED HERE EXCESS TRIMMED AND USED HERE 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 10 POLY 4 X 8 POLY ONE HALF 4 X 8 POLY ONE HALF 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY...

Page 49: ...8 POLYCARBONATE PANELS BACK VIEW EXCESS TRIMMED AND USED HERE EXCESS TRIMMED AND USED HERE 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 10 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 8 POLY 4 X 10 PO...

Page 50: ...USES AND SYSTEMS 50 Revision date 06 07 18 MAIN COVER DETAILS R a f t e r H C h a n n e l P o l y c a r b P o l y c a r b 1 0 4 2 1 3 104213 4 6 Overlap Cut this panel from a 116050 Panel 47 1 4 x 120...

Page 51: ...51 GROWSPAN GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS Revision date 06 07 18 Page reserved for customer notes...

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