GROWSPAN
™
GOTHIC COLD FRAMES
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Revision date: 01.01.16
OPTIONAL MAIN COVER INSTALLATION W/ ROLL-UP
SIDES (CONTINUED)
6. Continue down both edges of the first end rafter until
the entire length of the end of the main cover film is
secured in place.
7. Move to the other end of the building and repeat the
steps to secure the main cover in the U-channel.
8. After the cover is stretched end-to-end and secured
using the spring and U-channel, move to one side of
the frame and repeat the steps to anchor the cover film
to the first side.
NOTE:
Begin at one end of the U-channel and work
toward the other. Another option is to begin at the
middle of each side and work towards each end.
Maintain an even length as working along the side. The
final stretching of the cover will take place when the
last side is secured.
9. After securing the first side, move to the remaining
side, stretch the cover, and secure it in place.
NOTE:
Pull the cover tight as the spring is inserted into
the U-channel.
The excess material along the sides is rolled up in the
roll-up side assembly.
Shelter shown may differ than actual model.
Roll-up Portion
of the Cover
Attach main cover to Poly Latch U-Channel.
10. Once the main cover is installed and secured in the
U-channel, follow the instructions provided with the
Twist-of-the-Wrist Assembly if used.
11. Once you have completed the Twist-of-the-Wrist
installation and install your Anti-Billow ropes, read the
Care and Maintenance
section that follows.
SHELTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Proper care and maintenance of the shelter is important.
Check the following items periodically to properly maintain
the shelter:
• Check the ground posts and anchoring system (if
equipped) to see that all components are tight and in
good repair.
• Check connections and all fasteners to verify that they
remain tight.
• Verify that all connections and connectors are secure.
Tighten these if necessary.
• Check the cover material (if equipped) to verify that it is
in good repair.
• Do not climb or stand on the cold frame at anytime.
• Remove debris and objects that can accumulate on the
cold frame. 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.
• Check the contents of the shelter to verify that nothing
is touching the cover (if equipped) that could cause
damage.
• If the cold frame is moved, inspect all parts and
connections before reassembling.
• For replacement, missing parts or additional
information on optional cover, call 1-800-245-9881 for
assistance.
