GROWSPAN
™
ECONOMY COLD FRAMES
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Revision date: 01.01.16
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
• Fine point marker to mark the hole locations to be
drilled in tubing
• Variable speed drill and impact driver (cordless with
extra batteries works best)
• Wrenches or ratchet and socket set (recommended)
• Ropes long enough to reach over the frame (if optional
cover was purchased)
• Hammers and gloves
• Metal file
• Duct tape (supplied by customer)
• Box cutter or utility knife
• Ladders, work platforms, and other machinery for lifting
designed to work safely at the height of the frame
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).
SPECIAL NOTE: Baseboard Installation Procedure
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 on the outside of the ground posts.
This baseboard is
not included
with the shipment and must
be supplied by the customer. Treated or recycled plastic
lumber can be used for a baseboard.
The baseboard, when installed properly, helps prevent the
ground posts from sinking into the ground when anchored.
Depending on the building, it also provides a surface to
attach struts or other building components.
Consult these instructions, or contact Customer Service for
additional information regarding baseboards.
Anchoring the Frame
Before installing a cover, the frame must be anchored to
prevent personal injury and property damage.
Anchor kits are
not included
with the shipment and must be
purchased or supplied by the customer.
Consult the MUST READ document for anchoring
information and suggestions. Please call Customer Service
at 1-800-245-9881 for additional anchoring information and
to purchase anchors for your cold frame.
Film Cover and Optional End Frame Kits and Panels
If your building includes a film cover and you have also
purchased optional end frame kits and panels, read all
instructions
before you install the main cover film
. Many
end frame kits require installation before a main cover is
attached to the main building frame.
Installing the main cover film
before
you install the end
frame and end panel may require the partial removal of the
cover film to install the end frames and panels.
This does not apply to frames that do not have end frames
or end panels.