ClearSpan Pro Solar Star R035 User Manual
ClearSpan™
Pro Solar Star
Corrugated Polycarbonate
™ Greenhouse
Photo may show a building of a different length. Frame is shown with an optional end wall and customer-
supplied baseboards. End wall is not included and requires an additional purchase.
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All Rights Reserved. Reproduction
is prohibited without permission.
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STK# DIMENSIONS
R035 35' W x L (length varies)
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Table of Contents
Important Information ..................................................3
Parts Identification .......................................................6
Overview........................................................................7
Prepare and Square the Building Site ........................8
Set the Ground Posts (option) ....................................9
Mounting Feet (option) .................................................11
Rafter Assembly ...........................................................12
Frame Assembly ...........................................................13
Install Hat Channel .......................................................19
Recommended Baseboard Installation ......................20
Cable Installation ..........................................................21
Diagonal Strut Installation ...........................................23
Anchor the Assembled Frame .....................................24
Ridge Cap Installation ..................................................25
End Cap Installation .....................................................26
Install Corrugated Panels ............................................27
Shelter Care and Maintenance ....................................35
Quick Start Guide .........................................................36
35' Wide Front Profile Grid with Ground Posts .........37
35' Wide Front Profile Grid with Mounting Feet.........38
35' Wide Front Profile with Ground Posts ..................39
35' Wide Front Profile with Mounting Feet .................40
35' Wide Purlin Locations ............................................41
Side Profile - 36' Length ...............................................42
Side Profile - 48' Length ...............................................43
Side Profile - 60' Length ...............................................44
Side Profile - 72' Length ...............................................45
Side Profile - 84' and 96' ..............................................46
Connections ..................................................................47
Connection Details (1-4) ..............................................48
Connection Details (5-8) ..............................................49
Connection Details (9-12) ............................................50
Main Cover Details .......................................................51
Mounting Feet Layout ..................................................52
35' Wide Over-The-Top Measurements .......................53
WIND AND SNOW LOAD
Many Clearspan™shelters and greenhouses can be
designed to meet wind and snow loading in your area.
Please consult with your account manager if needed for
additional information.
ANCHORING THE BUILDING
The anchoring methods shown in this manual for
buildings with mounting feet or buildings with ground
posts are temporary in nature. For the recommended
permanent anchoring methods, consult the MUST
READ documents that also shipped with your building.
The diagrams presented in that guide show anchoring
methods designed to meet typical loads and forces.
Consult that document and read its contents before you
begin construction.
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The main building and any accessory (end wall, door, etc.)
requires a specific installation sequence. All buildings
include an instruction guide; each accessory includes an
instruction guide.
Near the beginning of each instruction guide (building or
accessory), you will find information to lead you through
the installation and assembly steps. This information
identifies at what point during the assembly a particular
accessory is installed or attached to the main building
frame.
In all instances and regardless of the type and
number of accessories, the main building frame is
always constructed first.
Since we cannot anticipate changes made by the
customer/contractor, all instructions assume the use of
accessories purchased from us to be used on the building
the accessory was designed for. Each instruction guide
presents the basic steps to install the accessory.
When in doubt, consult the services of a qualified
contractor experienced with the assembly of similar
structures.
Assemble the main building frame now.
Mounting Feet (108500) Layout Diagram
Buildings equipped with the 108500 mounting feet require
additional steps for the site preparation. Consult the
Mounting Feet Layout diagram in the Quick Start section
near the back of this guide for the required dimensions.
Do not prepare the site without first consulting the
diagram for the proper dimensions! In addition,
consult the MUST READ document for anchoring
details.
Buildings that include "P0" within the building
identification number (e.g., R035020P02FC01W) are
equipped with the 108500 mounting feet.
For buildings with ground posts, consult the Front Profile
with Ground Post diagram in the Quick Start section to
properly prepare the site.
Buildings that include "GP" within the building
identification number (e.g., R035020GP2FC01W) are
equipped with ground posts.
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Important Information
LOCATION
Choosing the proper location is an important step before
you begin to assemble the structure.
The following suggestions and precautions will help you
determine whether your selected location is the best
location.
READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO
ASSEMBLE THE SHELTER.
Thank you for purchasing this ClearSpan™ greenhouse.
When properly assembled and maintained, this product
will provide years of reliable service. These instructions
include helpful hints and important information needed to
safely assemble and properly maintain the greenhouse.
Please read these instructions before you begin.
If you have any questions during the assembly, contact
Customer Service for assistance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Wear eye protection.•
Wear head protection.•
Wear gloves when handling metal parts.•
Use a portable GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) •
when working with power tools and cords.
Do not climb on the frame during or after construction.•
Do not occupy the structure during high winds, •
tornadoes, or hurricanes.
Never erect the structure under power lines.•
Identify whether underground cables and pipes are •
present before preparing the site, setting ground
posts (if equipped), 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 fall.
Always check local building codes before you begin •
and follow codes as instructed.
SITE
After choosing a location, proper preparation of the site is
essential. Follow the information below.
A level site is required• . The site must be level to
properly and safely erect and anchor the structure.
If the site is not level, use footings to provide a secure •
base to assemble the structure. Pre-cast concrete
blocks, pressure-treated wood posts, or poured
footings are all acceptable when properly used.
(Some shelters use ground posts or rafter feet.)
Provide adequate ventilation if the structure is •
enclosed.
Do not store hazardous materials in the structure.•
Provide proper ingress and egress to prevent •
entrapment.
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Drainage: Water draining off the structure and from •
areas surrounding the site should drain away from the
site to prevent damage to the site, the structure, and
contents of the structure.
WARNING: The individuals assembling this structure
are responsible for designing and furnishing all
temporary bracing, shoring and support needed
during the assembly process. For safety reasons,
those who are not familiar with recognized
construction methods and techniques must seek the
help of a qualified contractor.
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Important Information
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
Following the instructions as presented will help ensure
the proper assembly of your structure. Failing to follow
these steps may result in an improperly assembled
and anchored structure and may void all warranty and
protection the owner is entitled to.
The steps outlining the assembly process are as follows:
Verify that all parts are included in the shipment. 1.
Notify Customer Service for questions or concerns.
Read these instructions, the MUST READ document, 2.
and all additional documentation included with the
shipment before you begin.
Gather the tools, bracing, ladders (or lifts), and 3.
assistants needed to assemble the structure.
Check the weather 4. before you install the roof cover
and any panels (if equipped). Do not install covers or
panels on a windy or stormy day.
Re-evaluate the location and site based on the 5.
information and precautions presented in the
documentation included with the shipment.
Prepare the site (if applicable).6.
Assemble the frame components in the order they are 7.
presented in these instructions.
Assemble the frame including the struts (if equipped). 8.
Consult the 9. MUST READ document for important
anchoring details.
Conduit:• An assembly of pipes used to secure the
main cover and end panels (if equipped). 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.
Hat Channel:• Frame components that are attached to
either the inside or outside of the rafter legs or ground
posts. Hat channel typically runs from the front to the
back of the frame. It is used to secure panels to the
frame.
Mounting Foot:• The part attached to and found at
the base of the rafter or leg of the shelter. Depending
on the shelter, the foot is an optional purchase. Some
shelters do not offer an optional foot. Some use
ground posts.
Must Read Document:• This document includes
important building and shelter anchoring instructions,
steps for end wall reinforcement, safety precautions,
and notices and warnings. The Must Read document
is sent with all shelters and buildings. If you did
not receive a Must Read document, contact Customer
Service to request one.
On-Center:• Term used to describe a measurement
taken from the vertical center of the rafter or frame
member to the vertical center of another.
Purlin:• The frame member that runs perpendicular to
the rafters or framework that supports the main cover.
Purlins are found on the roof of the assembled frame,
are evenly spaced, and typically run from the front to
the back of the shelter.
Install, tighten, and secure end panels and main cover 10.
(if equipped). This applies to covers that stretch over
the frame assembly. Your shelter may include roof
panels, side panels, or both.
Read the care and maintenance information at the 11.
end of these instructions.
Complete and return all warranty information as 12.
instructed.
LIST OF WORDS AND PHRASES
Before you begin, it is important to become familiar with
the words and phrases used in this instruction manual.
These words and phrases are common to most
ClearSpan™ shelters and identify the different parts of
the shelter. (Some are used in this document. Others may
not apply to this particular shelter.) These terms describe
the shipped parts and can also be found on the materials
list/spec sheets included with the shipment. To aid in the
assembly, read through the following definitions before
you begin.
Plain or Straight Pipe:• A term used to describe a
pipe that has the same diameter or width throughout
its entire length.
Strut:• A strut is usually a length of pipe with two
flattened ends; it is used for diagonal bracing of the
shelter frame. A strut is typically secured to the
frame by special brackets and bolts, or simply by Tek
screws.
Swaged End or Swaged Pipe:• The term “swaged''
refers to the tapered end of the pipe or tube. Swaged
ends of a pipe can be inserted into the straight ends of
other pipes.
Tek Screw:• A self-tapping fastener used to secure
pipe joints and to fasten brackets to rafters.
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Important Information
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•
Marker to mark locations on the pipes and rafters•
Variable speed drill and impact driver (A cordless with •
extra batteries works best.)
Metal-cutting saw (or tool to cut cable), wrenches and •
impact socket set
Hammers, gloves, and eye and hearing protection•
Adjustable pliers and self-locking pliers•
Ladders, work platforms, and other machinery for lifting •
designed to work safely at the height of the building
UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS
The following steps will ensure that you have all the
necessary parts before you begin to assemble the shelter
frame.
SPECIAL NOTE: Baseboards for Frame
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.
The baseboard and fasteners to secure the board to the
frame are not included with the shipment and must be
supplied by the customer. Treated or recycled plastic
lumber works well for a baseboard. Carriage bolts (1/4"
or 5/16") of the required length and nuts will work for the
fasteners.
Consult these instructions, or contact Customer Service
for additional information regarding baseboards.
Sample: Ground Post and Baseboard
Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where 1.
you can easily 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 (if equipped).
IMPORTANT: Panel Installation and Chalk Line
If you use a chalk line to mark fastener locations on the
polycarbonate panels during installation, use blue chalk.
Blue chalk washes off and will not permanently mark
panels.
Outside of
Shelter
For added strength, splice separate baseboards between
ground posts.
Hat Channel
Inside of
Shelter
Splice
Ground
Level
Do not use red chalk or other material that will stain or
permanently mark panels.
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Outside of
Shelter
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Parts Identification
The following graphics and photos will help identify the
different parts. (Some parts are not shown.)
108867
Aluminum End Cap
(curved)
104773
1/2" x 3" Hex Bolt & Nut
FAG330B
5/16" x 1" Hex Bolt (for
use with mounting feet
and diagonal struts)
108939
Aluminum Trim
(straight)
FAG340B
5/16" x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt
FAME07B
5/16" Flat washer
FAME09B
1/2" Flat washer
FALF37B
5/16" Locknut
AS2167
Anchor Shackle
110136
Sleeve
108503
Cable Bracket
FA4484B
Tek Screw
FALB01B
1/4" Zinc Nut
AS1004
Cable Clamp
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104189 Turnbuckle
AS1084
3/16" Cable Thimble
CFG030PINSS03
Chevron
108873
Rafter Cable Plate
108500 Mounting Foot
(Use depends on application. Foot is not used
with ground posts.)
108874
Rafter Cable Plate
(36', 48' & 60' Long Only)
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Overview
Frame above shown with optional end wall and customersupplied baseboards.
ClearSpan™
Pro Solar Star™ Greenhouse
Corrugated Polycarbonate
OVERVIEW
This section describes assembling your greenhouse. See
illustration below to identify main parts of the greenhouse.
Set the ground posts or mounting feet (as equipped).1.
Locate the required parts for each assembly procedure.2.
Assemble the rafters and frame.3.
Anchor the frame. Consult instructions for details.4.
Install end walls and end panels (purchased separately).5.
Assemble and install door (purchased separately).6.
Install roof and side panels (included). 7.
Drawing may show a model of a different length. Refer to
Quick Start section located in the back of these instructions
for on-center measurements and post layout.
Ridge Cap
Interior Rafter
Purlin
End Rafter
Cable
Customer-Supplied
Baseboards
Ground Level
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Strut
Hat
Channel
On-center
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Prepare and Square the Building Site
PREPARE THE BUILDING SITE
A level site is required to accurately and safely construct
the building. Consult the services of a qualified contractor
to properly grade and prepare the site.
Site should slope away from the building to allow water to
properly drain away from the assembled building.
After the site is prepared, mark the location of the frame
corners to square the frame during assembly. Taking
these steps before assembling the shelter saves time and
ensures that the structure is square and positioned as
desired.
The following procedures are suggested methods.
Their use depends on the size of the shelter, shelter
application, the footings (if applicable), and the method
used to anchor the shelter. Consult the MUST READ
document for anchoring details before you prepare
the site and begin construction.
When in doubt, consult the services of a qualified
contractor experienced with the construction of similar
structures.
SQUARE THE SITE: GENERAL STEPS
Identify a corner where a building rafter will be 1.
positioned, drive in a stake, and string a line the exact
width of the building and stake in place. (Width of the
rafter is measured from center-to-center of the rafter
legs.)
After the first corner stake is in place, string a line the 2.
width of the building (center-to-center) and drive the
second corner stake into the ground.
String a line at least as long as the building 90° from 3.
the line between the first and second stakes.
Rafter Mounting Feet
If your frame includes mounting feet, prepare the site and
anchor the feet to the site before assembling the frame.
Use a baseboard placed under the feet to support the foot
base. Read the information on the next page and use the
diagram to layout the position of your building. Once the
string lines are set to mark the location, continue with the
Mounting Feet section.
Unless you are securing feet to concrete piers, do not dig
holes if your building is equipped with rafter mounting feet!
Read the information on the Mounting Feet (if equipped)
page for additional details.
Ground Posts
If the frame includes ground posts, set all ground posts
as described within this manual. Width of the shelter
is measured from the center of one ground post to the
center of the remaining ground post. Length is also
measured center-to-center. If your building includes
ground posts, continue with the Setting Ground Post
section.
NOTE: A transit can be used to ensure an accurate
90° angle, or the 3-4-5 rule can be used. Refer to
diagram. Using multiples of 3-4-5 such as 6-8-10 or
12-16-20 helps to maintain an accurate 90° angle.
After squaring the position of the building, measure 4.
the length and drive the third corner stake.
Repeat the same step for the last corner stake. 5.
NOTE: The distance measured diagonally between
corner stakes must be equal for the building to be
square.
ATTENTION: The anchoring methods shown in this
manual are not designed to satisfy local building codes
and restrictions. These methods are best described as
temporary in nature. For permanent anchoring methods,
consult the MUST READ document before you continue.
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Set the Ground Posts (option)
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.
Determine the best procedure based on the site and other factors
and proceed as needed.
NOTE: Refer to the Quick Start Section located near the back
of these instructions for the Side Profile and related diagrams.
If your building includes mounting feet, complete Step 1 only
of this procedure and continue with the Mounting Feet section.
Consult the MUST READ document for anchoring suggestions.
Stake the outline of the building using string line and batter boards. Set batter boards 3' back from the building 1.
corners. Check to ensure that the building layout is square. Cover or panels (if equipped) will not install properly if
the building frame is not square once assembled. (For buildings equipped with rafter mounting feet, stop here and
continue with the Mounting Feet section.)
Consult the diagrams in the Quick Start section to verify the frame length and width dimensions and to accurately 2.
position the ground posts.
Guided by the string line, use a flag or stake to mark each ground post hole location.3.
Move the string line and dig a post hole a minimum of two feet (2') deep or to a depth that is below the geographic 4.
frost line, whichever is greater. Consult local building codes. A power auger (18") works best to dig the holes.
After digging all holes, reattach the string line to the batter boards and use it as a guide to set and align the 5.
ground posts.
ATTENTION: Set another string line (not shown) to mark the
uniform height of all main frame ground posts. All posts must
be set at the same height for the frame to assemble properly.
Side wall height–the height of the sidewall from finished
ground level to the top of the ground post–is 72".
Consult the services of a qualified contractor to accurately
layout and set the ground posts.
on-center
on-center
on-center
on-center
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Drawing may show layout of a different length. Refer to
Quick Start section located in the back of these instructions
for on-center measurements and post layout for your frame.
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Set Ground Posts (option)
SET GROUND POSTS
This procedure describes setting the ground posts in
holes, bracing in place, and adding concrete. If your
building includes mounting feet, skip this procedure and
continue with the installation of the mounting feet.
Required parts and equipment:
Ground post (no mounting feet)•
Equipment to level and brace posts•
NOTE: Concrete (customer-supplied) is required to
secure all ground post in the holes. All posts must be set
at the same height for the frame to assemble properly.
Consult the services of a qualified contractor to properly
set posts.
Take one ground post, measure 24" from the plain 1.
end, and mark the location on the pipe. Set all posts
two (2) feet below ground level. See diagram to the
right.
Add concrete to a corner hole, set the first corner 2.
ground post into the hole, and brace in position. Fill
hole so concrete remains below the finished grade.
Toward
the ends
of the
frame
DIAGRAM SHOWS A TYPICAL POST HOLE
Consult the MUST READ document before you set your
ground posts for important anchoring and concrete details.
Ground Level
Ground Post
2’ Deep
Concrete
In areas where frost is common, dig each post hole so it
falls below the frost line. Minimum hole depth for all areas
regardless of frost is 24".
Consult local building codes and qualified contractors for
additional details when digging the post holes and setting
the ground posts.
Toward
the ends
of the
frame
Ground Post
ATTENTION: Position the pre-drilled holes facing
toward the ends of the shelter so they align with the
bolt holes in the rafter sections. Verify that the ground
post is at the correct height.
Check that the corner post is straight (plumb) and 3.
adjust as needed before the concrete sets.
Repeat the above steps to complete the installation of 4.
all ground posts.
ATTENTION: Allow the concrete to set before you
attach the assembled rafters to the tops of the ground
posts!
Continue with the rafter assembly.5.
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Mounting Feet (option)
SETTING THE MOUNTING FEET
In those instances where optional mounting feet have been ordered, secure the feet to a customer-supplied
baseboard prior to attaching the rafter legs and assembling the frame. Customer is responsible for the necessary
baseboards and fasteners used to secure the feet to the site. A baseboard is not needed when the feet are anchored
to a concrete pier, footing, or foundation. Consult the Mounting Feet Layout diagram in the Quick Start section.
ATTENTION: Skip this section if your frame does not include mounting feet.
The following information describes one way to anchor the mounting feet. Consult a knowledgeable construction
professional for suggestions and other safe and acceptable alternatives. Do not assemble the frame without first
securing the mounting feet. Consult the Mounting Feet Layout diagram (Quick Start section) before you begin.
WARNING: Securing the rafter feet to a baseboard as shown does not anchor the shelter. Secure each rafter to
the site after assembly and before attaching the next rafter during the frame assembly steps. Anchor the shelter
as stated in the MUST READ document included with the documentation.
Customer-supplied
baseboards and stakes.
Do not use stake when
setting on concrete.
Place the first set of 2" x 8" baseboards on the site at the required 1.
on-center width of the building frame. Baseboards run parallel to
each other. Use the layout instructions to accurately and properly
set the baseboards on the site.
Drive a short length of rebar or similar stake, through a hole 2.
drilled in the boards, into the ground to keep the boards in place.
See diagram above. If mounting on concrete, use wedge anchors
(purchased locally) to secure boards to the site.
NOTE: Rods or stakes will help prevent the boards from shifting
to maintain the on-center width of the building during frame
assembly.
Anchor each mounting foot to the baseboards (on-center) 3.
using the appropriate customer-supplied fasteners. Consult the
diagrams in the Quick Start section for layout dimensions and
details.
Continue with the Rafter Assembly steps that follow. 4.
ATTENTION: The augers for the anchoring system for your
frame can be installed at this time. Consult the ANCHOR THE
ASSEMBLED FRAME section in these instructions for auger
installation suggestions. All anchoring components and hardware
require an additional purchase and are not included. You must
anchor the building as shown in the diagram if mounting feet
are used.
on-center
Customer-supplied
lag screws.
Outside of frame
Secure support
leg to foot before
attaching the
assembled rafter.
See rafter
assembly
steps.
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Rafter Assembly
RAFTER ASSEMBLY
After setting the ground posts or anchoring the mounting
feet, continue with the rafter assembly.
NOTE: All rafter assemblies consist of four rafter sections
joined by a single chevron at the peak. Consult the rafter
diagram in the Quick Start section of these instructions
before and during the rafter assembly process for details.
Assistance is required to assemble the rafters and frame.
Gather the parts:
Rafter sections: See chart below.•
Rafter chevron (#• CFG030PINSS03)
1/2" x 3" bolts with nuts (104773), sleeve (110136), and 1/2" flat •
washers (FAME09B)
Place the rafter sections on the ground end-to-end. Support the 1.
rafter sections with blocks as needed. Consult the diagrams.
Align and connect 2. the rafter sections using 1/2" x 3" bolts and nuts, 110136 sleeve, and 1/2" flat washers. See
diagram A below and the chart for rafter identification.
CFG030PINSS03 Chevron
Connect the two assembled rafter sections using a chevron, 1/2" x 3" bolts and nuts, and 1/2" flat washers. 3.
Position the installed studs of the chevron so they point up to accept the ridge purlins when these are installed.
See diagram B below. Distance between the lower mounting holes at the end of the assembled rafter is the
on-center width of the frame. Measure this distance before you tighten the bolts at the top of the rafter. For
example if your frame is 35' wide on-center, the distance between the mounting holes is 35' on-center.
For long frames, it may be best to assemble the individual rafters and set them in place to conserve work space. To
reduce handling, designate assembly areas along the length of the frame and set the individual rafter sections in
those areas to be assembled and connected to the frame.
After assembling some or all of the rafters, continue with the frame assembly.4.
Design Section A Section B
Ground Posts CFG035PC18GS03 CFG035PC18GS02
Mounting Feet CFG035PC16GS05 CFG035PC16GS04
Section B
Section A
Support Blocks
Stud
Section B
B
104773
110136
FAME09B
Section A
Pre-Punched
Strut Hole
A
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Pre-punched
Strut Hole
On-Center Width of Frame
Section B
Chevron
NOTE: Verify that the pre-punched
mounting hole for the strut is placed
in the correct location as shown
above before assembling each rafter.
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Frame Assembly
FRAME ASSEMBLY
Gather the parts:
Assembled rafters, 1/2" x 3" mounting bolts with nuts (104773), •
and flat washers (FAME09B)
Purlins (see diagrams in Quick Start section for your building and •
for purlin identification/position) and 1/4" nuts and washers
108503 angle brackets to mount cables•
108868 eyebolts, 3/8" lock washers, and 3/8" nuts•
Lifts, ladders, assistants, and cable, rope or lumber to secure •
rafters during the assembly process
Complete these steps:
Using ladders and lifts, set an assembled rafter on the first set of ground posts (or rafter legs–see the note that 1.
follows), align the mounting holes, slide a flat washer onto a 1/2" x 3" bolt, and insert a bolt into each mounting
hole.
ATTENTION: If mounting feet are used, attach the first set of rafter legs
to the mounted feet and secure with the 3/8" x 3 1/2" bolts and nuts.
With the legs installed, set the first assembled rafter in place and secure.
Consult the connection diagrams located in the Quick Start section of these
instructions for additional details. See strut information on the next page.
Position 108503
bracket to the inside.
3/8" x 3 1/2"
Bolt
3/8" Nut
Slide one (1) 108503 angled bracket over each mounting bolt 2. (end rafters
only), add a 1/2" flat washer and nut to each bolt, and tighten. Bracket is to
the inside of the frame and is used later in these instructions to secure the
cable bracing to the frame.
Verify that the end rafter is vertical and not twisted and brace the rafter 3.
using ropes, cables, or lumber staked to the site. Do not remove the end
rafter bracing until the entire frame is assembled.
Pre-punched
Strut Hole
Rope or
Cable
Optional rafter leg with mounting foot.
1/2" x 3"
Bolt
ATTENTION: Secure each ground post
in the ground using concrete!
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Ground Level
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Frame Assembly
ASSEMBLY NOTE: INSTALLING THE 108938 DIAGONAL STRUT (mounting feet only)
For all frames that include the 108500 mounting feet and rafter legs, complete the following procedure after each rafter
is assembled and attached to the rafter legs and before you add purlins to the entire frame. Completing these steps will
help maintain a uniform result when assembling each rafter and the entire frame.
NOTE: If your building does not include the 108500 mounting feet as shown, skip this page and continue with the strut
installation steps on Page 15.
Complete the following procedure:
With the assembled rafter attached to the top of each rafter leg as previously described, install a brace under a.
the middle of the rafter and push the rafter up to the height shown on the Front Profile Grid diagram in the Quick
Start section for your building. (Brace is supplied by the customer/contractor. Consult a contractor if needed to
determine the best way to support each rafter during assembly.)
See the Front Profile Grid diagram
in the Quick Start section for the
height of your building.
Brace to lift and support the
rafter during the installation of
the diagonal struts.
Pre-punched
Strut Hole
Verify that each rafter leg is
plumb and secured to the
mounting foot.
Height of Building
Strap or Rope
Install brace and push rafter up to reach height
of the building. Adjust brace as needed to
account for an uneven site. Consult the Front
Profile Grid diagram in the Quick Start section
for building height.
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Ground Level
Verify that both rafter legs are plumb and that the rafter is not twisted or leaning toward the front or back. b.
Measure center-to-center between the tops of the rafter legs to verify that the on-center measurement is equal c.
to the width of the building. Adjust the brace as needed and use it to help secure the positions of the rafter legs.
NOTE: If needed, use a strap or rope to keep the tops of the rafter legs plumb until you install the diagonal
struts. See the dashed line in the diagram above.
With the rafter supported and braced in place, install the diagonal struts as described on the next page. Use d.
assistants to help align the rafter mounting hole with the hole in the strut.
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Frame Assembly
RAFTER STRUT INSTALLATION
Complete the steps on the previous page to set the rafter and
continue with the steps that follow to install the struts.
Required parts and tools:
108938 struts for mounting foot; 108964 struts for ground post.•
Secure using FAG330B (5/16" x 1" bolts) and FALF37B 5/16" •
locknuts
Tape measure and wrenches or ratchet and socket set to •
tighten bolts
Complete these steps:
Take a strut and loosely attach it to the rafter foot or a.
ground post using the 5/16" fasteners listed above.
Swing the diagonal strut up into position until it reaches b.
the underside of the rafter.
With assistance, align the rafter hole with the diagonal strut. c.
Insert the bolt through the rafter hole and through the mounting hole in the diagonal strut.d.
Add a locknut and tighten to secure the strut to the rafter.e.
Return to the lower 5/16" bolt and tighten that locknut.f.
Repeat to attach the remaining strut for the rafter.g.
Continue with the Frame Assembly steps that follow.h.
Rafter Strut
NOTE: Use the 5/16" x 1" bolts to secure strut to the
rafter. Install bolt through punched hole in rafter and
strut mounting hole of strut. Mounting hole in rafter
is through one side of rafter only.
Ground
Level
Step a: Loosely secure strut to foot using 5/16" x 1" bolt and
locknut. Mounting Foot: above left; Ground Post: above right.
Step d & e: Secure upper end of strut to rafter using the
5/16" x 1" bolt and locknut. Tighten upper and lower 5/16"
locknuts. Procedure is the same for all frame designs.
Step b & c: Swing strut up and into
position. With assistance, align the
hole in the rafter with the diagonal
strut.
Pre-punched
Strut Hole
See the Quick Start Guide for the Front Profile with
Ground Posts diagram if needed.
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Frame Assembly
FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued)
Move to the next set of ground posts (or mounting feet), attach that rafter (and rafter legs if needed), and brace in 4.
place. As previously described, use the 1/2" bolts to secure the rafter to the tops of the ground posts or rafter legs.
Install the 108938 or 108964 struts. See previous two pages.
Once the first two rafters are set in place, take the first purlin section (consult Side Profile diagram for your building 5.
for purlin identification), align the holes with the studs of the rafter chevron, and secure to the end rafter (A) and first
interior rafter (B) using 1/4" nuts and 1/4" washers.
Repeat steps to set the next rafter in place and secure to the frame. Attach the struts. 6.
NOTE: Consult the Side Profile diagram for your frame for connection details and fasteners. Frame shown
throughout this procedure has 4' rafter spacing. Actual frame may be similar, or it may include 6' rafter spacing or a
combination of 4' and 6' rafter spacing depending on length.
Studs
1/4" Nuts and
Washers
A
A
Ridge
Purlin
B
End
Rafter
1st
Interior
Rafter
Ridge
Purlin
B
2nd
Interior
Rafter
Rope or
Cable
ATTENTION: Secure each ground post
in the ground using concrete!
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Ground Level
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