GROWSPAN
™
STRAIGHT SIDED COLD FRAMES
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Revision date: 01.01.16
BASEBOARD INSTALLATION (RECOMMENDED)
Gather the parts:
• Treated or recycled plastic lumber (supplied by
customer)
• 1/4" x 4" carriage bolts and nuts (may not work for
baseboards with a thickness greater than 1-1/2")
NOTE:
The following procedure describes one way
to install the recommended baseboards. The size
and type of the baseboard you choose may require
the use of alternative steps. When properly installed,
baseboards run the length of the frame.
On the outside of the frame, attach the first baseboard
to the ground posts using the 1/4" x 4" carriage bolts
and nuts. Continue adding baseboards to complete the
first run. Splices are made between posts as shown.
Use a short section of baseboard to secure separate
baseboards at a splice.
NOTE:
The boards should be at ground level or slightly
into grade to prevent the shelter from sinking and to
create a seal along the bottom. After installing the
baseboards, continue with these instructions.
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 the
ground posts from working into the ground. Depending on
the building, it also provides a surface to attach struts or
other building components.
ATTENTION:
The ground posts and rafters shown in the
above diagram may differ from those of the actual frame.
The diagram is used to show the baseboard installation.
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 of the shelter.
Complete these steps to install the four (4) side struts:
Gather the parts:
• Struts
• Wood screw (#FA4368B) or nut and bolt (supplied by
customer)
1. Locate one strut and position it between one end rafter
leg and the leg of the first interior rafter as shown
below.
Strut
End Rafter
Interior
Rafter
Baseboard is required to
secure strut as shown.
Customer supplies the
baseboard.
Ground Level
2. Attach one end of the strut to the band clamp as shown
in the diagram below.
Strut
End Rafter
Band Clamp
NOTE:
Head of bolt on the band clamp must face the
outside of the shelter.
Ground
Level
Inside of
Shelter
Outside of
Shelter
Fasteners used to secure a
baseboard splice are supplied
by the customer.
