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Tap a section to jump. For first-time setup, follow Sections B → H in order.
A. Safety + Preparation
Two-person minimum. Use 3 step ladders for roof work. Keep fingers clear of pinch points when seating joints.
- Choose a clear, level area with enough space around the enclosure.
- Keep fabrics on a clean surface to avoid dirt transfer.
- Keep power disconnected until the lighting roof is fully mounted and inspected.
- Assign roles: Person A (frame alignment) / Person B (fasteners, ladders, fabrics).
B. Inventory Check (Components + Tools)
Before you build, confirm everything is present and undamaged.
Components
- Bottom frame
- Top frame
- Roof frame
- Spreader bars
- Inner roof fabric
- Top roof fabric and integrated lighting
- Left wall fabric
- Right wall fabric
- Back wall fabric
- Inside fabric
- Floor fabric
- Power supply
- Tool kit
Tools required
- 3 × step ladders
- Small hammer
- Screw drivers
- Allen keys
- Tape measure
- Soldering iron and solder (as required)
C. Bottom Frame
C1 — Lay out the bottom frameSquare the footprint
- Place the bottom frame on the ground in the final position.
- Square the corners (measure diagonals if needed).
- Ensure the frame sits flat (no rocking).
C2 — Confirm orientationEntry + power side
- Decide which side is the entry and which side is the “rear” for power routing.
- Confirm there is clearance for cables to exit cleanly without trip hazards.
D. Top + Roof Frame
D1 — Install the top frameTwo-person lift
- Position the top frame near the bottom frame.
- Lift and align onto the structure joins as designed.
- Seat connections fully; do not force misaligned joints.
D2 — Install the roof frameUse ladders
- Place 3 ladders so roof work can be done safely.
- Lift the roof frame into position and seat each corner.
- Confirm the roof frame is level before adding spreaders.
E. Spreader Bars
E1 — Identify spreader barsSort by length
- Lay out all spreader bars and group by type/length.
- Inspect for damage, missing fasteners, or bent sections.
E2 — Install spreaders evenlyOpposite sides first
- Install spreaders in a balanced pattern (opposite sides) to keep the frame square.
- Seat each end fully before tightening any fasteners.
- Tighten to firm “hand tight” with the tool kit (do not over-torque).
Check: After spreaders are installed, the structure should feel rigid with minimal sway.
F. Fabrics (Roof + Walls + Inside + Floor)
Install fabrics in this order to reduce rework and keep the floor clean.
F1 — Inner roof fabricCorners first
- Unfold the inner roof fabric and identify orientation.
- Attach corners first, then work around edges evenly.
- Smooth fabric so it sits flat (no sagging).
F2 — Top roof fabric + integrated lightingDo not power yet
- Mount the top roof fabric and integrated lighting on the roof frame.
- Route cabling toward your chosen power exit side.
- Visually inspect connectors before energising.
Safety: Do not connect power until the roof fabric is fully seated and cables are not under tension.
F3 — Wall fabrics (back → left → right)Back wall sets alignment
- Install back wall first to establish rear alignment.
- Install left wall and right wall, corners first then edges.
- Close seams and confirm no gaps at corners.
F4 — Inside fabricSmooth wrinkles
- Install the inside fabric to complete the interior finish.
- Work from top to bottom; remove wrinkles and ensure even tension.
F5 — Floor fabric (install LAST)Keep clean
- Confirm roof + walls + inside fabrics are complete first.
- Lay the floor fabric flat and align corners.
- Attach edges as designed and smooth flat.
Reason: Installing the floor last keeps it clean and avoids rework while routing roof cabling.
G. Lighting + Power
Connect power only after fabrics are seated and cabling is not under tension.
G1 — Identify power supplyInspect cables
- Locate the power supply and check for damage.
- Confirm connectors match the integrated lighting input.
G2 — Connect and test lightingFunctional check
- Connect lighting input to power supply output.
- Route cables along the frame away from pinch points.
- Power on and confirm lights operate as expected.
- If flicker/no power, power off and re-seat connectors.
G3 — Tool kit referenceFinal tightening
- Use the tool kit for any final adjustments.
- Do not over-torque fasteners into frame fittings.
H. Final Checks
- Structure: square, rigid, stable; no loose joints.
- Roof: inner + top roof seated; cabling tidy.
- Walls: seams closed; no gaps at corners.
- Inside: tension even; wrinkles minimised.
- Floor: installed last; clean and flat.
- Power: lights tested; cables clear of pinch points.
Best practice: Do one complete walk-around and gently check each connection point before operation.
I. Pack Down (Reverse Order)
- Power off and disconnect the power supply.
- Remove floor fabric first and store clean/dry.
- Remove inside fabric, then wall fabrics (left/right/back).
- Remove top roof fabric (integrated lighting) carefully; coil cables without tight bends.
- Remove inner roof fabric.
- Remove spreader bars.
- Disassemble roof frame, then top frame, then bottom frame (as designed).
- Pack components to prevent fabric snags and metal-on-metal rubbing.
Tip: Keep fabric pieces in labelled bags so the next setup starts faster.
J. Troubleshooting
Roof fabric sagging / wrinkled → re-seat corners
- Detach corners and re-attach evenly.
- Confirm spreader bars are installed and tightened evenly.
Walls not aligning / gaps at seams → check squareness
- Re-check bottom frame is square (measure diagonals).
- Install back wall first, then left/right; corners first.
Integrated lighting not working / flicker → connectors + cable strain
- Power off, then re-seat all connectors.
- Ensure cables are not pinched between frame joints.
- Confirm the power supply output connector is fully engaged.
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