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CLEARSPAN

 CEDAR GREENHOUSES

Revision date: 06.16.09

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INSTALL SOLAR VENT OPENER ASSEMBLY

The solar vent opener assemblies are attached to the vented roof and end panels of the greenhouse.
When properly installed, these assemblies automatically open the vent panels of the greenhouse when the 
temperature in the greenhouse increases.

NOTE:

The solar vent opener requires assembly. Follow the instructions 

included with the solar vent opener

to assemble the vent 

before

 attaching it to the greenhouse. After the vent opener is assembled, continue 

with the these instructions.

Verify that the vent panel on the greenhouse opens easily and is not obstructed.

1.

Choose one of the assembled solar vent openers and attach it to the greenhouse frame and the vent 

2.

panel as shown in the diagram. Secure using 1-1/8" FAS8 construction screws. 

NOTE:

Attach the opener near the middle of the vent panel. Verify that nothing interferes with the 

operation of the solar vent opener.

Repeat for each vent.

3.

Check the operation of the panels and the installed openers and consult the documentation

4.

 included 

with the opener

 for opener maintenance and winter storage.

View as 
seen from 
the inside.

Vent

Panel

Actual greenhouse may differ from what is shown above.

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Страница 1: ...ion date 06 16 09 2009 ClearSpan All Rights Reserved Reproduction is prohibited without permission STK DIMENSIONS 104895 12 W x 8 7 H x 17 3 L ClearSpan Backyard Cedar Greenhouse Ground Level Photo may show a model of a different length ...

Страница 2: ...ocation is an important step before you begin to assemble the structure Always consult local and regional building codes before you begin The following suggestions and precautions will help you determine whether your selected location is the best location Never erect the structure under power lines Identify whether underground cables and pipes are present before preparing the site or anchoring the...

Страница 3: ...plied brackets and wedge anchors Consult the services of a qualified contractor for additional information and details Measure all lengths of plastic lumber and match them to the lumber lengths shown in the chart found below the base diagrams in the Quick Start section ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE Following the instructions as presented will help ensure the proper assembly of your greenhouse Failing to foll...

Страница 4: ...e structure is positioned as desired The following procedure is a suggested method Its use depends on the size of the greenhouse the footings and the method used to anchor the shelter SQUARE THE SITE Identify a corner where a building rafter will be 1 positioned drive in a stake and string a line the exact width of the building and stake in place String a line at least as long as the building from...

Страница 5: ...d using two 2 middle connectors one 1 placed over the top edge and one placed over the bottom edge at the joint between the boards Use 3 4 Phillips head screws FAF25P to secure middle connectors With the baseboards assembled attach the corner brackets as shown below using 3 4 Phillips head 2 screws FAF25P to secure Repeat at the remaining corners Consult diagrams to properly install the corner bra...

Страница 6: ...erious personal injury do not attempt to install the panels on windy days Secure corner panels CG12100 1 CG12101 to the base frame using 3 4 Phillips head screws FAF25P Attach to the base frame using the corner brackets and the pre installed brackets on the corner panels as shown NOTE If needed brace panels in place or have an assistant hold the panels steady until side panels can be attached to t...

Страница 7: ...nstruction screws through the end panel and into the side panel as shown below Secure side panels CG96113 to the 2 base frame using 3 4 Phillips head screws FAF25P Attach to the base frame using the pass thru connectors as shown Align the centers of the pass thru connectors with the edge of the side panels as shown to the right and secure using 3 4 Phillips head screws Repeat steps to install pane...

Страница 8: ... CG12101 to the base frame as previously described in Section 2 1 Attach front panels to the side panels using three 2 1 2 construction screws FAS13 as described in 2 Section 3 Drill and countersink all mounting holes Attach the front peak panel CG12114 as described in Section 2 3 NOTE Verify that the ridge bracket is to the inside of the greenhouse CG12101 CG12114 CG12100 Frame length of your bui...

Страница 9: ...s Measure and mark 25 1 2 from the end of 2 the installed top plate Continue measuring and marking in 25 1 2 increments for the on center middle rafter locations NOTE Mark the outside of the top plates and not the top This allows the mark to be visible when the rafter assemblies are set into position ATTENTION Drill and countersink all mounting holes before you install and tighten the mounting scr...

Страница 10: ...OTE When properly assembled a space is present between the top ends of each rafter leg for the ridge assembly which is installed later Locate an assembled rafter and position it on the previously installed top plates Align the center of the 2 rafter legs with the first set of marks Allowing the end of the rafter leg to hang over the edge drill and countersink a hole for the rafter fastener using a...

Страница 11: ...kets and connectors already attached If the sections are not connected assemble the ridge sections as shown attach assembled ridge beam to frame then attach the 4 way connectors using the rafters as guides Assemble the ridge beam using a middle 1 connector placed over the bottom edge at the joint between the boards Use 3 4 Phillips head screws FAF25P to secure middle connector ATTENTION When assem...

Страница 12: ...sink mounting holes in rake boards to prevent splitting Locate another rake board CG72133 and attach to the remaining side of the 2 front end wall as described in the previous step NOTE Verify that the angled edges of the rake board align with the peak of the end wall 1 FAS13 construction screw CG72133 View as seen from the inside 2 FAS13 construction screw CG72133 View as seen from the inside Ste...

Страница 13: ...ld be positioned if possible so that the prevailing winds cannot catch and damage the vents when open See diagram in upper right corner NOTE Drill and countersink all mounting holes to prevent splitting Locate a double roof panel CG72138 and set it in position as shown below 1 NOTE The roof panel will be flush with the top of the adjacent rake board Additionally the top edge will not extend past t...

Страница 14: ...ow With all roof panel in position and secure attach the two 2 back rake boards CG72133 as described 7 in Section 8 With the back rake boards secured into position secure the back roof panels to the rake boards by 8 installing three 3 2 1 2 construction screws FAS13 through the side of each rake board and into the roof panel FAS13 screw locations 4 INSTALL ROOF PANELS continued Locate another doub...

Страница 15: ...below Verify that the wood of 3 the ridge cap section is flush against the rake boards Ridge cap will extend beyond the end of the greenhouse Insert FAS14 construction screws through the first pre drilled holes into the wood of the ridge cap and 4 tighten See diagram below Place the next ridge cap section into position overlapping the first section and secure as described in 5 the previous step Co...

Страница 16: ...using FAS8 square head screws 2 Locate the remaining upper door panel position the panel in the door opening and attach the hinges as 3 described in the previous step ATTENTION To ensure proper door operation maintain a 1 4 gap between the upper and lower panels With both door panels secured in place close each panel and attach door handles door lock and 2 4 turn button in the desired location usi...

Страница 17: ...ner is assembled continue with the these instructions Verify that the vent panel on the greenhouse opens easily and is not obstructed 1 Choose one of the assembled solar vent openers and attach it to the greenhouse frame and the vent 2 panel as shown in the diagram Secure using 1 1 8 FAS8 construction screws NOTE Attach the opener near the middle of the vent panel Verify that nothing interferes wi...

Страница 18: ... at anytime Remove debris and objects that may accumulate on the shelter Use tools that will not damage the panels when removing debris Remove snow to prevent excess accumulation Use tools that will not damage the shelter when removing snow Never allow snow to accumulate on the roof or against the lower panels Check the contents of the shelter to verify that nothing is touching the panels that cou...

Страница 19: ...6 6 NOTE Mark lines on the side baseboards at the 51 measurements for the on center pass thru connector locations IMPORTANT Measure 51 from the end of the side board NOT the outside edge 51 51 51 51 12 0 Width outside to outside 17 3 Length outside to outside ATTENTION Measure all lengths of plastic lumber and match them to the lumber lengths shown in the chart below to verify that you have the co...

Страница 20: ...ESCRIPTION QUANTITY 1 104577 96 Plastic Lumber 6 2 10457712 12 Plastic Lumber 2 3 10457748 48 Plastic Lumber 2 4 104636 Corner Bracket 4 5 104639 Pass thru Connector 6 6 104643 Middle Connector 12 ATTENTION Measure all lengths of plastic lumber and match them to the lumber lengths shown in the chart below to verify that you have the correct parts ...

Страница 21: ...me point as shown below The frame is square when the two diagonal measurements are equal The recycled plastic lumber is flexible Verify that the side rails are straight before anchoring the base and assembling the greenhouse Anchor the base to the site after it is square and before you assemble the greenhouse components ...

Страница 22: ...ide View Outside View NOTE Ground anchors are sold separately Exploded View Side View Ground Level Install ground anchors before attaching greenhouse panels and after base frame is square Secure anchors to base frame after greenhouse panels are installed and check frame for square ...

Страница 23: ...23 CLEARSPAN CEDAR GREENHOUSES Revision date 06 16 09 RIDGE ASSEMBLY 17 0 Secure CG12135 CG12137 and 10513512 with a 104643 bracket using FAF25P 3 4 screws CG12135 CG12137 10513612 ...

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