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GrowSpan 500 Series Manual

42' wide tall high tunnels with drop-down sides
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GrowSpan
Tall High Tunnels with Drop-Down Sides
Photo may show a building of a different length and style. Frame shown includes drop-down sides and customer-
supplied baseboards. Actual cover material may differ. Building shown is equipped with an optional roll-up end.
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Revision date: 03.06.19
42' Wide Series 500
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42' Wide Series 500 Tall High Tunnels:
All Standard Lengths.
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  • Page 1 GrowSpan 42' Wide Series 500 ™ Tall High Tunnels with Drop-Down Sides Photo may show a building of a different length and style. Frame shown includes drop-down sides and customer- supplied baseboards. Actual cover material may differ. Building shown is equipped with an optional roll-up end.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Important Information LOCATION Choosing the proper location is an important step before you begin. The following suggestions and precautions will help determine whether your selected location is the best location. • Never erect the structure under power lines. READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO ASSEMBLY •...

  • Page 3: Required Tools

    Important Information ASSEMBLY Following the instructions as presented will help ensure 14. Install roll-up (or drop-down) sides and anti-billow proper assembly. Failing to follow these steps may result ropes. in an improperly assembled and anchored structure. 15. Complete and return all warranty information as instructed if present.
  • Page 4 Baseboards, Retaining Boards, and Ribbon Boards BASEBOARD AND RETAINING BOARDS 2-PIECE RIBBON BOARD REQUIRED A customer-supplied baseboard and retaining board A customer-supplied two-piece ribbon board is required are required to attach the drop-down side panels. for the installation of the drop-down panels. Consult the Recommended baseboard dimensions are 2"...

  • Page 5: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification The following graphics will help identify the basic parts of the frame. (Some parts are not shown.) FA4652 Wood 115480 Band Clamp Grip Screws 105370B FALB08B FA4482B FAH322 FALB32B 106734 Band 1/2" x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt 1/2" Nut Tek Screw 5/16"...
  • Page 6 Overview GrowSpan 42' Wide ™ Series 500 Tall High Tunnels Drawing may show a model of a different length. Refer to Sample building shows drop-down sides and optional roll-up Quick Start section located near the back of this guide for door panel.
  • Page 7 Prepare and Square the Building Site PREPARE THE BUILDING SITE SQUARE THE SITE: GENERAL STEPS A level site is required to accurately and safely construct 1. Identify a corner where a building rafter will be the building. Consult the services of a qualified contractor positioned, drive in a stake, and string a line the exact to properly grade and prepare the site.
  • Page 8 Set Ground Posts MARK THE SITE AND DIG POST HOLES These steps describe marking all post hole locations and digging the holes. For some sites, it may not be possible to complete the procedure in this manner. An alternative procedure such as working from one end of the building toward the other may be necessary.
  • Page 9 Set the Ground Posts — Diagrams Ground Level Ground Post 2’ Deep Concrete Optional: Before setting the posts, drill a hole through the bottom of each ground post In areas where frost is common, dig each post hole so 2"-3" from the end and insert it falls below the frost line.
  • Page 10 Set Ground Posts Stake Ground Posts for Concrete SET GROUND POSTS Required parts and equipment: Set all posts at the Customer-supplied braces same height. Additional and fasteners. • Ground Posts (113367) bracing may be needed to keep the post plumb •...
  • Page 11 Base Plates (Option) SETTING THE BASE PLATES For those buildings equipped with base plates, secure the plates to either a concrete foundation or concrete piers prior to attaching the rafter legs and assembling the frame. Customer is responsible for construction of the necessary concrete foundation or concrete piers.

  • Page 12: Rafter Assembly

    Rafter Assembly RAFTER ASSEMBLY After setting the ground posts, continue with the rafter assembly. Do not set assembled rafters into position on the ground posts until concrete has set. Check with contractor for set times. NOTE: All rafter assemblies consist of seven (7) main rafter sections. Consult the rafter diagrams in the Quick Start section of these instructions before and during the rafter assembly for details.
  • Page 13 Rafter Assembly RAFTER ASSEMBLY (continued) 1/2" Mounting Bolt at Rafter Splice ATTENTION: Measure from the mounting bolt to the rafter and mark the location. 1/2" Mounting Bolt at Rafter Splice QH1070 Pipe Strap QH1070 See full Rafter Profile in Quick Start Pipe Strap section for all QH1070 bracket locations.
  • Page 14 Rafter Assembly–Optional Support Kit RAFTER ASSEMBLY—Optional Support Kits If the optional support kits were purchased, continue with the assembly steps that follow. Consult the diagrams supplied with the rafter support kits for additional details. See also the diagram in the Quick Start section of this guide. If the support kits were not purchased, continue with the frame assembly.

  • Page 15: Frame Assembly

    Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY Use the diagrams and information that follows to assemble the main frame. ATTENTION: Rafters are heavy. Always lift rafter from two separate points to prevent damage and injury. Examine the site to determine the best way to move the rafters into position and to set them onto the ends of each set of ground posts.
  • Page 16 Frame Assembly Frame shown may differ from actual frame. FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) After setting and plumbing the end rafter and bracing it in place, set the second rafter and add purlin pipes. Consult the technical diagrams for connection details. Ridge Purlin Purlin Pipe Rope or Cable...
  • Page 17 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) Sample frame is shown. Actual frame may differ. Customer-supplied rafter-spacing jig. Purlin clamps shown may differ from actual clamps. Revision date: 03.06.19 S500_42_WIDE_HT_DROP_DOWN...
  • Page 18 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) End Rafter FA4482B Tek Screw QH1070 Rafter Pipe Strap Purlin FA4482B Tek Screw FA4482B Tek Screw Photo shows the installation of a purlin and pipe strap Secure each QH1070 pipe strap to the purlin pipe using at the end rafter.
  • Page 19 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) ATTENTION: Example shows a 48' frame length. Actual frame may differ. Full Frame without Optional Rafter Support Components All purlins run perpendicular to the rafters and parallel with each other. Verify that each purlin splice is secured with a Tek screw.
  • Page 20 Baseboard Installation—Required BASEBOARD INSTALLATION—REQUIRED Gather parts: • 2" x 8" treated lumber (supplied by customer). Width of lumber can be greater. • 1/2" carriage bolts and nuts supplied by customer. Baseboard Length depends on the thickness of the baseboard. Actual fasteners depend on what customer has chosen.
  • Page 21 Diagonal Cable Installation Using the diagrams and photos, install diagonal cables at each end bay of the frame. Position turnbuckle either at the top end of the cable assembly as shown in the Quick Start diagrams, or at the bottom end (for easier adjustment) as shown in the photos on the next page.
  • Page 22 Diagonal Cable Installation CABLE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION (continued) 4. For end bay sidewall cables, secure the upper band clamp 2"- 3" below the lower side purlin run. (See A below.) Steps 4 & 5 Band Clamp PGBRKAAS01 bracket attached 2"- 3" to band clamp.
  • Page 23 Diagonal Cable Installation In addition to the end bay sidewall diagonal cables, this frame includes mid bay roof diagonal cable assemblies. Consult the frame connection diagrams in the Quick Start section near the back of this guide for all connection details. See Cable Assembly table on Page 21 (and in Quick Start section) for cable part number.
  • Page 24 Install 2-Piece Ribbon Board—Required 2-PIECE RIBBON BOARD INSTALLATION Gather the parts: • Part 1 of Ribbon Board: 2" x 4" or 2" x 6" treated lumber (supplied by customer) to attach to rafters. • Part 2 of Ribbon Board: 1" x 4" treated lumber (supplied by customer) to attach to the first part of ribbon board.
  • Page 25 Install Ribbon Board Customer-supplied Ribbon Board (Part 1) 66" to bottom of ribbon board. Photos above show Part 1 of a ribbon board attached to the side of a frame. Example shows using 2" screws (additional purchase) to secure board to rafters. Screw heads are countersunk below board surface to allow for the installation of the 102197 u-channel and Part 2 of the ribbon board.
  • Page 26 Attach 102197 U-Channel to Ribbon Board Buildings with a film cover require the installation of the 102197 u-channel. Use the photos below to install the u-channel. Secure u-channel to ribbon board using FAH005B (1/4" x 2") carriage bolts, FAMF01B (1/4") fender washers, and FALB01B (1/4") nuts.
  • Page 27 Optional End Frame and Panel Installation Typically, end framing and end panels are installed before the cover is pulled onto the frame. If your building is equipped with an end wall and end wall covering, review the instructions sent with the end panel kit and end wall framing and proceed as instructed.
  • Page 28 Attach U-Channel (111613Z144) to End Rafters INSTALL U-CHANNEL Buildings with film (or 5.2 oz) covers require double u-channel attached to end rafters to secure cover. Photos show a building with an optional end wall and roll-up panel. Additional purchase required. Secure the 111613Z144 u-channel to top of both end rafters using FA4482 Tek screws spaced at 16"...

  • Page 29: Frame Check

    Frame Check FRAME CHECK Inspect the frame for sharp edges or fasteners that could damage the cover during installation. 1. Verify that all frame members are properly secured and that all bolts and clamps are tight. 2. Recheck the frame assembly for sharp edges or clamps and bolts that may interfere with the installation of the curtain.
  • Page 30 Film (or 5.2 oz) Cover Installation WEAR EYE INSTALL MAIN COVER—SINGLE-LAYER FILM OR 5.2 OZ MATERIAL PROTECTION Continue with the following procedure. WHEN INSTALLING Gather the parts: SPRING WIRE! • Main cover and u-channel spring (#102198) for side and end rafter channels •...
  • Page 31 Film (or 5.2 oz) Cover Installation 2. Along the edge, clamp self-locking, duck-billed pliers to the cover material and Clamp self-locking, tie ropes or straps to the pliers. duck-billed pliers along the cover edge, tie NOTE: The ropes or straps must reach over the top of the building to the ropes or straps to the other side.
  • Page 32 Film (or 5.2 oz) Cover Installation INSTALL MAIN COVER (continued) 5. Once main cover is in place and centered, begin at NOTE: Begin at one end of channel and work toward the peak of one end and install the 102198 wire spring the other.
  • Page 33 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation Revision date: 03.06.19 S500_42_WIDE_HT_DROP_DOWN...
  • Page 34 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL 3. Mark plate mounting hole locations and drill the holes through the rafter pipe. Use a 3/8" drill bit for Locate these parts to attach the pulleys and drop-down the mounting holes. Drill through end wall cladding panel axle: (polycarbonate panels or fabric) if present.
  • Page 35 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL (continued) If an optional end panel has been installed, carefully 8. Take two (2) pieces of 131S075 (75") pipe, slide the insert the axle through the axle conduit hole in the swaged end of one into the plain end of the other and optional end wall cladding and attach to gearbox.
  • Page 36 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL (continued) NOTE: If an optional end panel is installed at the other end of the frame, do not allow the free end of 10. Move inside the frame and slide a 106734 band clamp the axle to touch the inside surface of the panel.
  • Page 37 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL (continued) Locate these parts to prepare the drop-down panel for 2" x 6" Ribbon installation and to attach it to the axle conduit: Board • 131S075 (75" pipe conduit) FA1960 • CC5505 (1/8" panel cord) AS5020 Pulley •...
  • Page 38 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL (continued) 5. Complete the panel conduit installation by cutting the conduit so that it extends from the panel pocket Install Panel Conduit and Attach Cord approximately 1" at each end. After installing all eye screws and pulleys, locate one of ATTENTION: Allowing the panel to extend beyond the two drop-down panels (D080Hxxxxxx52), 131S075 the end rafters offers a way to secure the panel to...
  • Page 39 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL (continued) 13. Repeat the above steps until all cords are attached to the first panel along one side of the shelter. 9. Move to the axle and drive two (2) FA4482 Tek screws with neo-bonded washers (102921B) into the axle conduit where the cord is located.
  • Page 40 Drop-Down Side Panel Installation INSTALL THE DROP-DOWN PANEL (continued) 5. Repeat the steps to secure the remaining lower edge of the panel to the baseboard along the side. Complete these steps to attach the lower edge of the panel to the customer-supplied baseboard. 6.
  • Page 41 • For replacement or missing parts, call 1-800-245-9881 for assistance. NOTE: With the exception of engineered buildings, GrowSpan™ shelters and buildings do not have any tested loading criteria unless otherwise specified. Revision date: 03.06.19 S500_42_WIDE_HT_DROP_DOWN...
  • Page 42 Quick Start Guide 42' Wide Frame Frame shown with base plates. Frame shown with ground posts. Frame length of your building may differ from what is shown. S500_42_WIDE_HT_DROP_DOWN Revision date: 03.06.19...
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