GROWSPAN
™
GOTHIC PRO GREENHOUSES AND SYSTEMS
4
Revision date: 06.20.18
REQUIRED TOOLS
The following list identifies the main tools needed to
assemble the shelter. Additional tools and supports may be
needed depending on the structure, location, and
application.
• Tape measure or measuring device
• Marker to mark locations on the pipes
• Variable speed drill and impact driver (cordless with
extra batteries works best)
• Metal-cutting saw
• Wrenches and impact socket set, or an adjustable
wrench
• Scissors, utility knife, or tin snips
• Hammers and gloves
• Adjustable pliers and self-locking pliers
• Ladders, work platforms, and other machinery for lifting
designed to work safely at the height of the building
• Rope/cable for cover installation
UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS
The following steps will ensure that you have all the
necessary parts
before
you begin to assemble the shelter
frame.
1. Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where
you can easily inventory the parts. Refer to the Bill of
Materials/Spec Sheets.
2. Verify that all 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 Service.
NOTE:
At this time, you do not need to open the plastic
bags containing smaller parts such as fasteners or
washers (if equipped).
QUICK START GUIDE
For a quick overview of this shelter and its components,
consult the Quick Start Guide near the back of these
instructions.
The pages of the Quick Start Guide show exploded views
of all critical connections. Use the diagrams in the Quick
Start section to assemble the frame of your building.
Consult the remainder of these instructions for important
details that will help during the construction.
SPECIAL NOTE: Baseboards for Frame
These instructions describe installing a baseboard
(recommended) at ground level along each side of the
frame. The baseboard runs from the front to the back of the
frame.
This baseboard is
not included
with the shipment and must
be supplied by the customer. Treated or recycled plastic
lumber works well for a baseboard.
The baseboard, when installed properly, helps prevent
ground posts from sinking when anchored. Depending
on building, it also provides a surface to attach struts or
other building components.
Secure baseboard using the
supplied FAH009B (1/4" x 4") bolts and FALB01B (1/4")
nuts.
Consult these instructions, or contact Customer Service for
additional information regarding baseboards.
Dotted line represents the anti-billow rope.
Example: Circles identify the ends of Rope #1.
ANTI-BILLOW ROPE INSTALLATION
TO PREVENT DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE INJURY,
INSTALL THE ANTI-BILLOW ROPES IN SHORT
LENGTHS ALONG EACH SIDE OF THE FRAME.
DO NOT INSTALL AS A SINGLE LENGTH TIED AT
EACH END OF THE BUILDING. DOING SO WILL
RESULT IN A LOOSE SIDE PANEL IF THE SINGLE
ROPE BREAKS DURING STRONG WINDS.
Rope
#1
Rope
#2
Rope
#3
IMPORTANT: POLYCARBONATE PANELS
Do not allow polycarbonate panels to remain in direct
sunlight prior to installation. Doing so will cause the
protective film to become difficult if not impossible to
remove.
Prior to installation, cover panels using a light colored tarp
to reflect sunlight or store indoors or in the shade.
