Arboria VISTA ARBOR User manual

Product ID 820.1325 / Instruction ID 445.35.14 Page 1 of 4 Updated 11/15/12
Arboria is a division of LWO Corp. / PO Box 17125 / Portland, OR / Cust. Serv. 800-459-8718 / Fax [phone] / www.arboria.com
VISTA ARBOR
REVIEW ALL STEPS BEFORE STARTING ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
GARDEN STRUCTURES
HARDWARE LIST PRELIMINARIES
TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLED PRODUCT
PARTS LIST
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Quantity
1” Screw (16)
3” Screw (8)
Stake kit (1)
Power screwdriver or drill
Tape measure
Concrete mix, 2 - 60 lb bags
Handy to have:
Level
NOTE: This arbor requires staking in concrete or a
similarly secure medium. See page 4 for instructions.
Choosing not to secure the arbor may compromise the
structure’s integrity.
Selecting a Work Area
Select an area close to where the arbor will be installed.
The assembly area should be relatively flat and open, at
least 8’x6’. A lawn, driveway or wide path will be satisfac-
tory. It is a good idea to lay out the arbor box on your work
surface to protect the arbor from nicks and scratches. Two
people are recommended to complete the assembly proc-
ess. Always use caution when assembling or moving the
arbor.
Optional Painting or Staining
If you wish to stain or paint your arbor, we recommend ap-
plying to individual components before assembly to ensure
fullest coverage. Use a high quality exterior stain or paint.
Be careful not to cover up pencil marks.
A
B
1 2
3
Gable
Canopy
Side Panel
C
1
2
2
3
3

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Arboria is a division of LWO Corp. / PO Box 17125 / Portland, OR / Cust. Serv. 800-459-8718 / Fax [phone] / www.arboria.com
VISTA ARBOR
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
GARDEN STRUCTURES
STEP 1 Align side panel posts with pencil marks on inside of gable.
Ensure post notches are flush and tight with bottom of gable. Fasten in place.
Position side panel on edge with the heads of screws installed in step 1 facing inward.
Place canopy on top of gables. The vertical wood slat on the underside edge of the canopy must be
on the outside of the gable and flush with edge of the gable.
Align lower edge of the canopy with the pencil marks on the edge of the gable. Fasten canopy to the
gable by driving screws through every other slat.
Repeat Step 1, fastening second side panel to second gable.
B
B
B
B
Pencil
mark
Pencil
mark
Pencil
mark
STEP 2
A
A
A
A

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Arboria is a division of LWO Corp. / PO Box 17125 / Portland, OR / Cust. Serv. 800-459-8718 / Fax [phone] / www.arboria.com
VISTA ARBOR
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
GARDEN STRUCTURES
Position second side panel under canopy. When flush and aligned
with pencil mark fasten every other slat.
A
A
A
A
Cautiously raise the arbor to a standing position.
Your arbor is now assembled. Follow directions on next page to anchor your arbor.
STEP 4
STEP 3
Align second canopy with pencil marks on gable ends and fasten remaining . screws
through every other slat into each gable.
A
STEP 5
Pencil marks
Pencil marks

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Arboria is a division of LWO Corp. / PO Box 17125 / Portland, OR / Cust. Serv. 800-459-8718 / Fax [phone] / www.arboria.com
VISTA ARBOR
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
GARDEN STRUCTURES
ENVIRONMENT ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Congratulations, this Arboria gar-
den structure is crafted from natu-
ral and chemical-free wood.
Wood, as a building component, is
recognized by the USDA1as yield-
ing fewer greenhouse gases than
other common materials. The use
of wood provides substantial envi-
ronmental benefits when com-
pared to oil-based plastics. Using
natural, untreated wood in your
garden is not only the beautiful
choice, but it reduces the exposure
of plants, people and animals to
potentially harmful chemicals.
You can trust the Arboria name for
environmentally conscious, excep-
tional outdoor products.
1USDA.com Release No. 0426.11
This Arboria garden structure is
made from natural and un-
treated Western Red Cedar, a
species that is known for its
natural resistance to pests and
decay. This product features
furniture-style craftsmanship to
ensure strength and durability
over the years to come.
Like all wood products sub-
jected to weather, small hair-
line cracks may develop. These
should in no way impair the
strength and usefulness of the
furniture.
If left unstained, your Arboria garden structure will silver
within a year or two of exposure to the elements. Silver-
ing is a natural occurrence and is often considered a
desirable look. The overall integrity of your garden struc-
ture is not compromised during this process. The inher-
ent rot and pest resistance of the wood will provide a
degree of protection and help your garden structure to
endure over the years.
If you wish to further protect your structure from the
long-term effects of aging or to stabilize the color/finish
of your product, we recommend applying a quality wa-
ter or oil-based finish. Best results can be achieved by
using Penofin (www.penofin.com, 1.800.PENOFIN) as
per manufacturer's instructions. If you desire to paint
your product, we recommend a quality oil or acrylic
primer coat prior to applying the final coat(s). Be sure to
allow sufficient time for your product to dry. Avoid ap-
plying finish to any metal or non-wood parts, as well as
any sections of your product which have a factory ap-
plied color stain.
Arbor post
Anchor
Soil
Concrete
1. Attach all four anchors to the bottom of the arbor using
the provided screws, two screws per anchor, staggering
the screws.
2. Measure the distance in between all anchors and dig
four 8” diameter holes to accommodate the anchors.
3. Carefully lift the arbor and position in place, avoid tilt-
ing the arbor on the anchors.
4. Plumb and level the arbor.
5. Mix concrete according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions, fill each hole within 1/4” of the bottom of each
post, posts should not be set in the concrete.
This arbor may be secured using a variety of techniques. These include
attaching to an existing structure or anchoring with gravel or river rock
instead of concrete. The instructions below represent secure mounting
with concrete. Use caution when moving the arbor to its final place-
ment. Two people are recommended to move the arbor.
ANCHORING THE ARBOR