GrowSpan 500 Series User manual

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Series 500 Greenhouse Kit w/Blackout System,
Ventilation & Evaporative Cooling
GB30PVWHITE
30' Wide Series 500 Accessories:
Fans, Shutters & Light Traps
WHITE - Accessories

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Color Coding
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Purchased greenhouse and all accessories & systems require a specific installation sequence. All components have
been separated into different categories based on common grouping and/or the chronology of installation. Each
category has been color coded. All parts within any given color category will be labeled accordingly, and each color
category will have its own respective instruction manual.
The following illustrates a highly recommended order in which all components should be installed.
IMPORTANT: There are some procedures that can occur simultaneously, depending on available assistants and
equipment, but there are some procedures that MUST be done in chronological order. Before you begin, review
below step recommendation and all technical documents to better understand overall building kit design.
Near the beginning of each color-coded instruction guide, you will find information to lead you through the installation
and assembly steps. This information identifies at what point during the assembly the respective components are
installed or attached to the main building frame.
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 color-coded components.
When in doubt, consult the services of a qualified contractor experienced with the assembly of similar structures.
1RED - MAIN FRAME (Rafters, Purlins, Chord Support and Cabling)
ORANGE - END WALL FRAMING (Columns, Cross Beams and Door Framing)
BLUE - END WALL CLADDING (Polycarbonate, Termination and Flashing)
PINK - RIDGE VENT (Framing, Motor and Drive Shaft)
YELLOW - EVAPORATIVE COOLING (Framing, Cooling Pads and Plumbing)
BROWN - END WALL VENT (Framing, Motor and Drive Shaft)
WHITE - ACCESSORIES (Exhaust Fans, Ceiling Fans and Light Traps)
PURPLE - STATIC BLACKOUT (Monofilament, Fixation and Sealing)
BLACK - MOVABLE BLACKOUT (Fabric, Leading Edge, Motor and Drive Shaft)
GRAY - BLACKOUT SIDE POCKET (Framing and Polycarbonate)
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2
3
4
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7
8
9
10
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GREEN - ROOF CLADDING (Film, Inflation Kits and Termination)

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All components that are color coded WHITE represent the accessories of the
greenhouse, including exhaust fans, ceiling fans and breathable wall light traps.
***Color coded components that MUST be installed before installing WHITE:
If above color coded components have not yet been installed, put this manual down
and consult those manuals to install those components before returning.
If above color coded components have been installed, gather all components that
have been color coded with a WHITE label or paint splotch, and continue on the next
page with the installation of the accessories.
ATTENTION: Recommended installation order is not critically definitive. Installation
of film cladding will protect the interior of the greenhouse from weather elements,
but it will also increase the temperature. Depending on personal preference and/or
availability of assistants and equipment, there are some procedures that can occur
before or simultaneously with this procedure.
Color coded components that can be installed before or at the same time as
WHITE:
BLUE
YELLOW BLACK
GREEN
Color Coding
RED ORANGE PINK
BROWN
PURPLE
GRAY
WHITE
Accessories
Installation Chronology MUST READ:

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READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO
INSTALL THE END CLADDING.
Thank you for purchasing a Series 500 greenhouse
kit with a black-out system, ventilation & evaporative
cooling. 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 structure. Please read these instructions
before you begin.
If you have any questions during the assembly, contact
Customer Service for assistance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Wear eye and ear protection.
• Wear gloves when handling metal.
• Use a portable GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter) when working with electric power tools
and cords.
Important Information
UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS
The following steps will ensure that you have all the
necessary parts before you begin.
1. Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where
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
Sheets are present. If anything is missing or you have
questions, consult the parts guide (below) 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 and clamps.
For replacement or missing parts, call 1.800.245.9881
for assistance.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
Following the instructions as presented will help ensure
the proper assembly of the evaporative cooling system.
The steps outlining the assembly process are as follows:
1. Verify that all parts are included in the shipment. Notify
customer service for questions or concerns.
2. Read these instructions and all additional
documentation included with the shipment before you
begin.
3. Gather the tools and assistants.
4. For best results, assemble the components in the
order they are presented in these instructions.
ELECTRICAL WARNING
CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN WHEN
INSTALLING THE WATER PUMP OR ANY
ELECTRICALLY POWERED ACCESSORIES.
REQUIRED TOOLS
The following list identifies the main tools needed to
assemble and install the breathable wall light trap and
kit components (if applicable). Additional tools may be
needed.
• Tape measure and marker.
• Variable speed drill (cordless with extra batteries
works best) & 3/8" drill bit.
• Small hammer and gloves.
• Level (length depends on kit dimensions).
• 7/16" & 1/2" wrenches and a socket set containing
7/16" & 1/2" deep-well socket.
• Wrench set, tool to cut 1/8" cable, & pliers.
• C-clamps or similar tools.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Proper care and maintenance is important. Check the
following items periodically to ensure breathable wall light
trap components are secure and functioning properly.
• Check all fasteners to verify they remain tight.
• Never climb or stand on any part of the light trap and
its frame components.
• Ensure nothing blocks either side of light trap.
• Inspect all electrical connections and wires. Repair or
replace as needed.

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INSTALL SLANT FANS, SHUTTER ASSEMBLIES & ADAPTER BOXES
Adaptor boxes need to be installed before the end wall polycarbonate cladding is to be attached, but because the light
trap components cannot be exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods of time, DO NOT install the light traps at
this time. Complete the instructions shown on the next three pages to install the fans, shutters and adaptor boxes, and
then return to install the light traps ONLY AFTER the greenhouse film cover (GREEN) has been installed.
Complete these steps:
1. Set fan/shutter in place and install four (4) FA4482B Tek screws (one in each flange). Do not install in corners or in
center position of any fan/shutter flange. These are mounting bolt positions. Support fan on outside if needed.
2. From inside the building, drill 3/8” holes for mounting bolts through shutter/fan flanges and the 1.5"x1.5" tube
framing in locations shown below (x's) for the correct fan size. Consult ORANGE pages for fan framing details.
Step 1
support blocks
Drill a hole in each corner and one between each corner as shown
by X's in the diagram to the right: eight (8) holes total.
X
X X
X
X
X
X
X
Tek Screw
Tek Screw
Tek Screw
Tek Screw
Step 2
Fans, Shutters & Adaptor Boxes
WIRING NOTE: Read through this procedure
and determine at what point you want to
connect power to the fan. Run wire to the fan
before installing the shutters, or complete this
procedure and remove the protective wire grate
from outside the fan. Connect wire and reinstall
the wire grate.
IMPORTANT: All wiring to be completed by
an electrician and according to local codes.

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Fans, Shutters & Adaptor Boxes
3. With assistance, center adapter box over fan and shutter opening and on top of Tek screws.
4. Hold box in place and use a level to ensure box is positioned correctly.
5. From outside end wall, run a drill bit through all mounting holes (drilled in previous step) to mark these locations on
the adapter box flange. Also, use a marking pen to mark the adapter box top to ensure correct repositioning.
6. Set adapter box on a flat surface, and finish drilling the 3/8" mounting holes in locations marked in previous step.
7. Take the FA3182 elevator bolts and install one in each mounting hole by inserting from outside the end wall. (Ends
of bolts will be inside the building—flat head of bolt to the outside.)
8. Add a FAMF03B fender washer and 115161 jam nut to each bolt and tighten to secure fan/shutter. Remove Tek
screws.
Adapter Box
Fan
Steps 3 & 4
Step 5
Fan
Outside
Steps 7 & 8 Outside
FA3182
115161
Nut
FAMF03B
Adapter Box
Adapter Box
Step 6
Adapter Box

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Fans, Shutters & Adaptor Boxes
9. With assistance, lift box back into position to check mounting hole alignment with bolts. Ream mounting holes as
needed to allow box to slide onto each mounting bolt. Once you are able to easily place adapter box in position,
carefully set it on a flat surface with its mounting flange facing up.
10. Next, take the 111983 weather stripping and attach it to the adapter box flange. Make small cuts at each bolt hole
to allow mounting bolts to pass through when box is lifted into position.
ATTENTION: Weather stripping expands quickly. Have all 5/16" nuts, lock washers and flat washers ready to
install before weather stripping is applied to box flange. Complete the next step before weather stripping is fully
expanded. Do not apply stripping and allow it set for later installation.
11. With assistance, lift adapter box into place and set onto all mounting bolts. Install a FALB02B nut (a), FAMA37B
lock washer (b), and FAME07B flat washer (c) onto each bolt. See diagrams below.
Step 10
111983 Weather
Stripping
Diagram shows installation of FALB02B
nut (a), FAMA37B lock washer (b), and
FAME07B flat washer (c).
a
bc
Adapter
Box Fan
Adapter
Box Fan
Outside
Outside
Repeat all steps
for each fan. Once
all fans, shutters,
and adaptor
boxes have been
installed, continue
by assembling
and installing the
evaporative cooling
system.
Insert cord or wire
through grommet hole
and seal hole using a
weather stripping.
a
b
c
Adapter
Box
Adapter
Box
12. From inside the box, check for
light penetrating through corners
and seal with customer supplied
opaque caulk or tape.
Weather
Stripping
Step 11
Weather
Stripping

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Light Traps
ASSEMBLE LIGHT TRAP VANE KIT COMPONENTS
Diagrams below shows basic light trap to adapter box connection. Sample shown may differ from actual
components. Install a flat washer against bolt head and locknut at each connection. Diagram shows four connection
points. Actual assembly may have more fasteners.
Consult the following pages for detailed instructions.
FAG304B bolt (4)
FALF35B locknut (4)
FAME50B flat washers (8) Light Trap
Adapter
Box
NOTE: Install light trap inside building.
WARNING: To prevent damage to the light trap components DO NOT expose to
direct sunlight for extended periods of time. If possible, do not complete this step
until film cover (GREEN) has been installed to protect from the sun.

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Light Traps
BREATHABLE WALL LIGHT TRAP with FRAME: 4'x4'
BREATHABLE WALL LIGHT TRAP with FRAME: 6'x6'
FRONT VIEW
FRONT VIEW
11 3
16 "
116139
116155
116154
116153
113423
113392
116168
116152
RIGHT VIEW
FRONT VIEW
8
52
3"
52
11
16 "
11 3
16 "
116139
116155
116154
116153
113423
113392
116168
116152
RIGHT VIEW
FRONT VIEW
8
52 3"
52 11
16 "
WEIVTHGIR
WEIVTNORF
"76
11
16
76
3
8"
11 3
16 "
116162
113392
116164
116163
116170
116139
113397
116165
WEIVTHGIR
WEIVTNORF
"76 11
16
76 3
8"
11 3
16 "
116162
113392
116164
116163
116170
116139
113397
116165

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ASSEMBLE LIGHT TRAP VANE KIT COMPONENTS
Size of vane kits is dependent on greenhouse length.
Purchased vane kit may not match vane kits shown
in diagrams. All applications are the same. Adjust
accordingly. Gather vane kit components and complete
these steps:
1. Unpack vanes keeping them in the same order as
packed.
2. Place one (1) rod cap nut firmly on one end of a rod.
Use a nut driver (or similar tool) and a hammer to
seat cap on rod. Repeat to install a cap on one end of
each remaining rods.
3. With assistance, stand rods upright with cap nuts at
the bottom. Place one vane over all rods.
4. Slide a tube spacer onto each rod and add another
vane.
5. Repeat Step 4 until all vanes are used.
6. After installing all vanes, install a cap nut on the end
of each rod to secure final vane.
ATTENTION: Before installing cap nut, determine if
a 3/8" spacer is needed. Vanes should be tight once
final cap nut is installed.
7. Finally, turn assembled vane kit so vanes are vertical.
8. Continue by assembling vane kit frame. See next
page.
Spacer
Vane
Cap Nut
Light Traps

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ASSEMBLE LIGHT TRAP VANE KIT FRAME
Gather parts:
• 116139 rivets
• Light trap frame top/bottom
panels (2)
• Light trap frame side panels (2)
• Light trap aluminum angle (sides) (2)
• Light trap aluminum angle (top/bottom) (2)
Complete these steps:
1. Use diagram below to attach aluminum angles to top and bottom frame panels first using rivets. See ATTENTION
note below.
NOTE: Aluminum angle for top and bottom
panels will extend beyond panel edges as
shown.
2. Next attach aluminium angle to side panels in
place using rivets.
3. Attach light trap to building.
4. Continue with next procedures as instructed.
ATTENTION: Bottom aluminum angle includes
a grommet hole for the cable to pass through
for motorized shutter applications. Install
113392 grommet into hole. IGNORE IF NOT
APPLICABLE.
Light Traps
B
B
A
A
1
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Light Traps
INSTALL LIGHT TRAP
1. Tighten all nuts and remove clamps if used.
2. Attach light trap to adapter box.
ATTENTION: Each 1/4" nut and bolt combination uses two (2) flat washers–one
installed against the bolt head and one installed against the locknut.
For easier bolt installation, lift the light trap into position, align all bolt holes, and
clamp the components together. Then install the fasteners.
Assistants are required when installing the assembled light trap. Do not
attempt to attach alone without a proper lift.
Gather parts:
• FAG304B 1/4" hex bolts
• FALF35B 1/4" locknuts
• FAME50B 1/4" flat washers
Weather
Stripping
Weather
Stripping
A
A

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INSTALL CEILING FANS
1. Consult layout diagram below and determine fan locations. Avoid obstructing webbing and/or blackout components.
If necessary, consult PURPLE and BLACK instructions manuals to familiarize with those component locations, and/
or install those components first before installing ceiling circulating fans.
2. Using the fan mounting brackets, mark and drill 5/16" through-holes through the 2"x2" rafter support chord. VERIFY
THE HOLE ORIENTATION IS BOTTOM/TOP.
3. Attach using FAG312B bolts, FALF35B lock-nuts, and FAME50B flat washers. Verify orientation matches diagrams
below based on purchased shelter length.
4. Repeat for all included fans. Consult manual included with fan for further installation instruction.
NOTE: If electrical for the fan is to be installed ABOVE the 2"x2" header, field drill a third hole for the electrical cord
to go through, or else the cord will obstruct the blackout system components.
Ceiling Circulation Fans
FAG312B bolt,
FALF35B lock nut
& FAME07 washer
Fan Bracket
2"x2" Rafter
Support Chord
GENERAL RECOMMENDED LAYOUT FOR MAXIMUM CIRCULATION
36‛-48‛ Length 60‛-72‛ Length
Over 72‛ Feet

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Additional Notes
Space below is reserved for customer notes.