GROWSPAN
™
GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS
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113836_37_38_39R Revision date: 06.06.18
SIDE STRUT INSTALLATION
There are four (4) side struts for the shelter. These struts
are positioned between the end rafters and the first interior
rafter on each side. Complete these steps to install the four
(4) side struts:
Gather parts:
• Struts
• Band Clamps (#QH1402)
• Lag screw or nut and bolt (supplied by customer)
1. Locate one strut and position it between end rafter and
first interior rafter as shown below.
Strut
End Rafter
Interior
Rafter
Baseboard is required
for this procedure.
Customer supplies the
baseboard.
2. Attach one end of strut to band clamp as shown.
Strut
End Rafter
Band Clamp
3. Attach remaining end of strut to baseboard using a lag
screw or nut and bolt (not included). See diagram that
follows for location.
NOTE:
A baseboard provides a place to attach each
strut and helps keep ground posts at the required
depth. Customer is responsible for providing a
baseboard for this frame. If no baseboard is present,
attach strut to ground post using a FA4484B Tek
screws or other customer-supplied fasteners.
4. Repeat above steps to attach the remaining side struts.
5. After securing struts, verify that each clamps is secured
with a FA4482B Tek screw to the rafter.
6. Verify that each pipe splice (purlin and rafter) is
secured with an FA4482B Tek screw.
7. Complete the next procedure to anchor the assembled
frame.
ANCHOR THE ASSEMBLED FRAME
At this point, anchor the greenhouse frame. Consult the
MUST READ document for anchoring information and
suggestions. Please call customer service at 1-800-245-
9881 for additional anchoring information.
CAUTION
: The anchor assembly is an integral part of
the greenhouse construction. Improper anchoring may
cause instability and failure of the structure to perform
as designed. Failing to anchor the shelter properly
will void the manufacturer’s warranty and may cause
serious injury and damage.
Photo shows the strut attached
to the inside of the customer-
supplied baseboard.
Attach strut
as shown.
End
Rafter
Finished Grade
Baseboard
NOTE:
Head of bolt on band clamp must face toward
the outside of shelter.
Finished Grade