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CLEARSPAN
™
POLY BUILDINGS
Revision Date: 03.13.08
TIGHTEN THE SIDE RATCHETS
Verify that the cover is in the desired position and centered
on the frame. (Loosen and reposition if needed.) Continue
with these steps to tighten the side ratchets.
1. Move to the side ratchets attached to each leg of one
rafter. Begin at an inside rafter near the center of the
frame.
2. With an assistant at one side ratchet and someone at
the other side ratchet on the same rafter, tighten the
ratchets to secure the cover.
Tightening the ratchets at the same time on the same
rafter helps keep the cover centered and results in a
more uniform appearance.
3. Move to another rafter and repeat the steps to tighten
the side ratchets attached to that rafter.
NOTE:
If the strap builds up in the ratchet, loosen the
ratchet, remove some of the strap, and retighten.
4. After all side ratchets are tight, position someone at
each ratchet attached to the end rafter where the
bonnet straps of the cover were previously inserted.
5. Tighten the end ratchets to secure the bonnet portion of
the main cover.
6. Move to the other end of the building and secure the
bonnet at that end.
7. Read the care and maintenance information that
follows.
Photo shows the ratchet
attached to the end
rafter. This ratchet is
used to secure the
bonnet portion of the
main cover.
Main Cover
Bonnet
NOTE:
Cover shown
may differ from the
actual cover for your
building.
SHELTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Proper care and maintenance of your shelter is important.
Check the following items periodically to properly maintain
your shelter.
• Regularly inspect the main cover and panels (if
equipped) to see that these remain tight and in proper
repair.
• Check the cable turnbuckles and cable clamps to see
that these remain tight. Tighten as needed. Check the
cable to verify that it is not worn, wearing on a frame
member, or touching the main cover or end panels (if
equipped).
• Check connections and all fasteners to verify that they
remain tight.
• Do not climb or stand on the shelter at anytime.
• Remove debris and objects that may accumulate on
the shelter. Use tools that will not damage the cover
when removing debris.
• Remove snow to prevent excess accumulation. Use
tools that will not damage the cover when removing
snow. NEVER ALLOW SNOW TO ACCUMULATE ON
THE COVER!
• Check the contents of the shelter to verify that
nothing is touching the cover or the side panels that
could cause damage.
• Check the anchoring system to ensure that all
components are tight and in good repair.
• Inspect all building components regularly. Replace all
worn or damaged parts promptly.
• If the shelter is moved, inspect all parts and
connections before reassembling.
• For replacement or missing parts, call 1.800.245.9881
for assistance.
NOTE:
With the exception of Truss Arch buildings,
ClearSpan™ shelters and greenhouses
do not
have any
tested loading criteria.
