ClearSpan Gothic Style Cold Frame, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...uction is prohibited without permission ClearSpan Gothic Style Cold Frame Photo may show a different but similar model STK DIMENSIONS 106348 34 W x 12 H x 24 L 106349 34 W x 12 H x 36 L 106350 34 W x 12 H x 48 L 106351 34 W x 12 H x 60 L 106352 34 W x 12 H x 72 L 106353 34 W x 12 H x 96 L ...

Page 2: ... is the best location Never erect the structure under power lines Identify whether underground cables and pipes are present before preparing the site or anchoring the structure Location should be away from structures that could cause snow to drift on or around the building Do not position the structure where large loads such as snow and ice large tree branches or other overhead obstacles could fal...

Page 3: ...he assembly read through the following definitions before you begin to assemble your shelter Conduit An assembly of pipes used to secure the main cover and end panels if equipped Purlins and some strut assemblies also consist of connected pipes to form a conduit Each pipe joint of a conduit assembly is secured with a self tapping Tek screw Coupler or Fitting A part of the frame assembly where legs...

Page 4: ...y inventory the parts Refer to the Bill of Materials Spec Sheets Verify that all parts listed on the Bill of Materials Spec 2 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 ...

Page 5: ...ing graphics and photos will help you identify the different parts Some parts are not shown FA4482B Tek Screw Swaged Plain Swaged and Plain Rafter Sections 102676 Ground Post 102547 Cross Connector QH1072 Post Driver 102857 End Clamp QH1402 QH1404 Band Clamps ...

Page 6: ...pipe joints as guides when installing the end clamps cross connectors and purlins ClearSpan Gothic Style Cold Frame OVERVIEW This section describes assembling your cold frame For details please see section Assembling the Cold Frame Components See illustration below to identify main parts of the cold frame Locate the required parts for each assembly procedure 1 Assemble the rafters and frame 2 Anch...

Page 7: ... the same step for the last corner ground post 6 NOTE The distance measured diagonally between corner ground posts must be equal for the building to be square Check all dimensions and adjust if needed before 7 driving the remaining posts to the required height After all four corner posts are accurately installed tie a 8 string line between the tops of the corner ground posts on the same side of th...

Page 8: ...eeded to assemble the first 1 rafter and arrange on a level surface Slide six 6 end purlin clamps three on each side of 2 the peak over the rafter pipes Position all end clamps at the rafter pipe joints Position the end clamps as shown NOTE Position all purlin clamps at the rafter pipe joints Consult the Quick Start section for additional information Slide one 1 band clamp QH1404 onto each of the ...

Page 9: ...must be separated during the assembly procedure Do not fasten them together at this time For the 48 rafter spacing measure forty eight and 3 three quarters inches 48 3 4 from one end of the assembled purlin and mark the distance on the pipe NOTE This first measurement is three quarters 3 4 of an inch longer than the on center rafter spacing to account for the length of purlin pipe that extends thr...

Page 10: ...rlins pre marked assemble the frame Gather the parts All rafter assemblies and pre marked purlins Band clamps QH1404 Cross connector 102547 5 16 x 2 1 2 machine bolts and 5 16 nuts Lifts ladders and assistants Rope or cable Carefully stand the first rafter slide a band clamp onto 1 each rafter leg and place the leg pipes in the first set of ground posts Brace the rafter in place to keep it straigh...

Page 11: ...cure it to the rafter with a 8 Tek screw Install Tek screw through end clamp and into the purlin 9 pipe Move to the interior rafter and align the mark on the 10 purlin with the center of the rafter to maintain the proper spacing Verify that the rafter spacing is forty eight inches 48 11 on center adjust as needed and tighten the cross connector Secure the cross connector to the rafter using a Tek ...

Page 12: ... posts in place and also prevents the frame from working into the ground when anchored Attach the baseboards to the frame on the outside of the ground posts at this time Gather the Parts Treated or recycled plastic lumber supplied by customer 1 4 x 4 Carriage bolts and 1 4 Nuts NOTE The following procedure describes one way to install the recommended baseboards The size and type of the baseboard c...

Page 13: ... and helps keep the ground posts at the required depth The customer is responsible for providing a baseboard for this frame If no baseboard is present attach the strut to the ground post using a Tek screw or other customer supplied fasteners Repeat the above steps to attach the remaining side 4 struts to the shelter After securing the struts verify that all clamps are 5 secured with a Tek screw to...

Page 14: ...r the frame is assembled and the baseboards are attached to the frame the optional cover can be installed The steps to install the main cover include Install poly latch U channel on the tops of the end 1 rafters and to the baseboard Pull cover over the shelter 2 Attach the main cover to one peak stretch to the other 3 peak and secure with poly latch spring Stretch the cover along one side and atta...

Page 15: ...ength of the cover and the width of the frame WARNING To prevent damage to the cover and to prevent serious personal injury DO NOT attempt to install the main cover on windy or stormy days Continue with the steps that follow Unpack the cover film and position it at the base along 1 one side of the frame With assistance pull the cover film over the frame 2 ATTENTION Depending on the height and widt...

Page 16: ... the cover is anchored in place Continue down both edges of the first end rafter 6 until the entire length of the end of the main cover is secured in place Stretch the cover to the other end of the building and 7 repeat the steps to secure the main cover in the U channel NOTE Pull the cover tight as the spring is inserted into the U channel After the cover is stretched end to end and secured 8 usi...

Page 17: ...t results Consult the diagram below for clarification Attach one section of the poly latch U channel to the 2 side of the frame using Tek screws Attach U channel flush with the outside edge of the end rafters NOTE Ribbon board and baseboard recommended shown in the diagram above are not included and are supplied by the customer NOTE The single poly latch is attached to the sides and tops of the en...

Page 18: ...side to side to ensure that enough cover material is present to lock into the U channel The excess cover along each side is rolled up when the roll up side assemblies are installed The rope can remain in place to temporarily secure the cover if needed Remove the ropes as the cover is secured to the frame As the spring is installed into the U channel at the top of the first end rafter ensure that a...

Page 19: ...llow the instructions provided with the Twist of the Wrist Assembly if used Once you have completed the Twist of the Wrist 11 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 p...

Page 20: ...D FRAMES 20 Revision date 12 29 08 Quick Start Guide 34 Wide Cold Frame Frame shown may differ from actual frame Ground Level Side Wall Shelter Height 12 3 3 4 4 5 34 0 Shelter Width Grid Represents 12 Squares FRONT ...

Page 21: ...nnection Note Purlin Connection See Connection Note Purlin Connection See Connection Note Purlin Connection See Connection Note Purlin Connection See Connection Note Purlin Connection See Connection Note Chord Connection See Connection Note Connection Notes Purlin Connections Purlin connected to end rafters using 102857 clamp View 1 Purlin connected to mid rafters using 102547 connector View 3 Cho...

Page 22: ...RSPAN COLD FRAMES 22 Revision date 12 29 08 SIDE PROFILE 106348 Customer supplied Baseboard 24 0 Shelter Length Center to Center Purlin Assembly 4 0 On Center Rafter Spacing 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 ...

Page 23: ... COLD FRAMES Revision date 12 29 08 SIDE PROFILE 106349 Customer supplied Baseboard 36 0 Shelter Length Center to Center 4 0 On Center Rafter Spacing Purlin Assembly 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 131S075 131S075 ...

Page 24: ...S 24 Revision date 12 29 08 SIDE PROFILE 106350 Purlin Assembly 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 131S075 131S075 Customer supplied Baseboard Center to Center 48 0 Shelter Length 4 0 On Center Rafter Spacing ...

Page 25: ...ision date 12 29 08 SIDE PROFILE 106351 Customer supplied Baseboard Center to Center 60 0 Shelter Length 4 0 On Center Rafter Spacing Purlin Assembly 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 131S075 131S075 ...

Page 26: ...te 12 29 08 SIDE PROFILE 106352 Purlin Assembly 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131S075 131P0735 131S075 131S075 Customer supplied Baseboard Center to Center 72 0 Shelter Length 4 0 On Center Rafter Spacing ...

Page 27: ...27 CLEARSPAN COLD FRAMES Revision date 12 29 08 SIDE PROFILE 106353 Customer supplied Baseboard Center to Center 96 0 Shelter Length 4 0 On Center Rafter Spacing Purlin Assembly 15 131S075 131P0735 ...

Page 28: ...OLD FRAMES 28 Revision date 12 29 08 CONNECTIONS Purlin Mid Rafter Connection View 3 Purlin End Rafter Connection View 1 Rafter Ground Post Connection View 5 Rafter Strut Connection View 2 Chord Connection View 4 ...

Page 29: ...onnector Purlin 2 Tek Screws black dots show location 1 Through Connector into Purlin 1 Through Connector into Rafter Rafter Ground Post 5 16 Nut 5 16 x2 1 2 Bolt Rafter Purlin Purlin End Clamp Tek Screw Through clamp into purlin another tek screw used on back through clamp into rafter Tek Screw VIEW 5 RAFTER GROUND POST VIEW 2 RAFTER STRUT VIEW 4 CHORD CONNECTION Strut Rafter 1 90 Band Clamp ...