Gardeners 8610912 User manual

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2' x 2' Elevated Raised Bed
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Parts Included Tools Needed
() "H or () "H BOARDS Screw gun or Drill with # Phillips bit
() CORNERS Phillips screwdriver
() PLATFORM SUPPORTS Rubber mallet or hammer
() FLAT STOCK Tape Measure
() ASSEMBLED ' PANELS
() CORNER CAPS
() SCREWS
FLOOR PLANKS
FABRIC LINER
Assembly
Important: When inserting the BOARDS and PANELS into
the CORNERS, make sure they are fully seated. Any gaps
between the wood and the CORNER will prevent proper
alignment with drill holes.
1. Identify and organize all parts on a clean, level surface.
NOTE: The BOARDS may have a rough side and a smooth side.
The FLOOR PLANKS may be different widths.
2. Using Fig. 1 and the assembled ' PANELS as a reference,
place four "H or eight "H BOARDS on a flat surface, with
the smoothest sides facing down. Align the BOARD ends
and press them tightly together. NOTE: We recommend
using a clamp or an assistant.
3. Slide a CORNER onto the ends of the BOARDS, positioning
it so the holes in the CORNER match Fig. 1. NOTE: The top
BOARD should sit ⅛" above the top of the CORNER. Make
sure the BOARDS are tight together and are fully seated in
the CORNER, then use your screw gun to insert SCREWS
through the holes, skipping the th hole from the top.
Repeat to attach another CORNER onto the other side of the
BOARDS.
4. Examine a PLATFORM SUPPORT to find the side with  holes. Using the ASSEMBLED PANEL as a reference, align the holes in the
ends of the SUPPORT with the open holes in the CORNERS (Fig. 1 & 2). Insert a SCREW into both sets of holes.
5. Again using Fig. 1 and the ASSEMBLED PANEL as references, place the FLAT STOCK underneath the PLATFORM SUPPORT. Align
the th from the top holes in the FLAT STOCK with the holes in the PLATFORM SUPPORT and make sure they are straight. Secure
the FLAT STOCK into place by inserting SCREWS through all of the holes.
6. Repeat Steps – to assemble the other side panel.
over please
BOARDS
holesPLATFORM
SUPPORT
FLAT SUPPORT
CORNER
The top BOARD
should sit ⅛"
above the top of
the CORNERS.
bottom of the panel
Figure 1
Assembly is easiest with two people.
Illustrations show assembly with 8"H boards.

7. Use a rubber mallet to tap an ASSEMBLED ' PANEL into the open channel
of a CORNER, positioning the attached PLATFORM SUPPORT shown as
in Fig. 2. Make sure the top of the ASSEMBLED PANEL sits ⅛" above the
top of the CORNER and is fully seated inside, then insert SCREWS into the
holes in the CORNER and through the lined up holes in the ends of the
PLATFORM SUPPORTS. Repeat to attach the second ASSEMBLED ' PANEL
to make a -sided box.
8. Place the remaining side panel on a flat surface. Carefully lift the -sided
box and guide the ends of the ASSEMBLED ' PANELS into the open
channels of the CORNERS. Insert SCREWS through the holes in both
CORNERS. Once all panels are attached, turn the box upright.
9. Set the FLOOR PLANKS on top of the SUPPORTS, arranging them so there
are small gaps between the planks to allow water to drain. Then, place the FABRIC LINER over the FLOOR PLANKS.
10. Insert a CORNER CAP into the top of each aluminum CORNER, using a rubber mallet if necessary. The raised bed assembly is now
complete!
This elevated raised bed has a " deep planting area and holds approx.  quarts of planting mix. Fill it with potting mix and, if
desired, some organic matter, such as compost. We also recommend adding a slow-release fertilizer like our Organic All-Purpose
Fertilizer (sold separately). NOTE: Avoid using a heavy potting soil or placing rocks and broken pottery into your Elevated Raised Bed.
Now you’re ready to plant!
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PLATFORM SUPPORT
Figure 2
2' SIDE PANEL
SCREW
ASSEMBLED 2' PANEL
PLATFORM
SUPPORT
PLEASE
RECYCLE