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Revision date: 06.19.12
Shelter Care and Maintenance
SHELTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Proper care and maintenance of the shelter is important.
Check the following items periodically to properly maintain
the shelter:
Regularly check the corrugated panels to see that
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these are secure and in good condition. Replace or
repair damaged panels if needed.
Check connections and all fasteners to verify that they
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remain tight.
Frequently and regularly inspect the entire frame.
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Repair or replace all damaged components
immediately.
Do not climb or stand on the greenhouse at anytime.
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(See the ridge cap installation notes.)
Inspect the anchoring system to verify that all
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components remain tight and in good condition.
Repair or replace as needed.
Tighten cables as needed. Cables should be snug. Do
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not overtighten.
Remove debris and objects that can accumulate on
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the greenhouse. Use tools that will not damage the
cover when removing debris.
Remove snow to prevent excess accumulation. Use
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tools that will not damage the corrugated panels when
removing snow.
Check the contents of the shelter to verify that nothing
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is touching the corrugated panels that could cause
damage.
If the greenhouse is disassembled and moved, inspect
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all parts and connections before it is reassembled.
Depending on the contents, construction of the shelter,
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shelter materials, and shelter location, the potential for
condensation exists. ClearSpan™ offers several items
that can be used to alleviate a condensation condition.
Please contact a ClearSpan™ representative for
additional information.
For replacement or missing parts, call 1-800-245-9881
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for assistance.
NOTE:
With the exception of Truss Arch buildings or as
otherwise noted, ClearSpan™ shelters and greenhouses
do not
have any tested loading criteria.
APPLY SEALANT (optional step)
In addition to the installation the individual corrugated
panels, applying sealant at different joints and seams
throughout the greenhouse can help seal the structure.
The application of sealant is left to the discretion of the
owner or contractor and is typically completed when a
tighter seal between components is desired.
NOTE:
The amount of sealant used to seal the
greenhouse varies with the size of the applied bead.
Purchase sealant locally or by calling your sales
representative.
Inspect the assembled greenhouse and apply sealant
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in those areas where additional sealing is desired.
Seal all holes created during the assembly of the
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greenhouse.
Continue by reading the care and maintenance
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information.
