Gardeners 8610923 User manual

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Parts Included Tools Needed
() "H or () "H BOARDS Screw gun or Drill with # Phillips bit
() BOARDS WITH VENTS Phillips screwdriver
() CORNERS Rubber mallet or hammer
() PLATFORM SUPPORTS Tape Measure
() FLAT STOCK
() 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 screw holes.
NOTE: Assembly is easiest with two people.
1. Identify and organize all parts on a clean, level surface. NOTE: BOARDS may have a rough side and a smooth side. The FLOOR
PLANKS may be different widths.
2. Examine the VENTS on the BOARDS and notice how the louvers are slanted (Fig. 1). Using Fig. 2 as a reference, place three "H or
seven "H BOARDS and one BOARD WITH VENT on a flat surface, with the smoothest sides facing down, the VENT facing down,
and the louvers on the VENT slanted toward the bottom of the PANEL. Line up the ends of the BOARDS and press them tightly
together. NOTE: We recommend using a clamp or having another person hold them firmly together.
3. Slide a CORNER onto the ends of the BOARDS, positioning it so the holes in the CORNER match Fig. 2. 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 (Figs. 2 & 3). Insert a SCREW into both sets of holes.
4' x 4' Elevated Raised Bed
BOARD WITH VENT
vent
louvers should be
slanted downward
to shed water
Figure 1
BOARDS
holes PLATFORM
SUPPORT
FLAT
SUPPORTS
CORNER
The top BOARD
should sit ⅛"
above the top
of the
CORNERS.
back of the
VENT with
the louvers
slanted
down
BOARD
WITH
VENT
bottom of the PANEL
Figure 2
Illustrations show assembly with 8"H boards

5. Again using Fig. 2 and the ASSEMBLED PANEL as references, place the
FLAT STOCK underneath the PLATFORM SUPPORT. Align the holes th
from the top of 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.
7. Use a rubber mallet to tap an ASSEMBLED ' PANEL into the open
channel of a CORNER, positioning it so the attached CROSS SUPPORT sits
underneath the PLATFORM SUPPORT on the side panel(Fig. 3). 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 CROSS SUPPORT and
PLATFORM SUPPORT. Repeat to attach the remaining ASSEMBLED '
PANEL.
8. Place the remaining side panel on a flat surface. Carefully lift the other attached PANELS and guide the ends of the ASSEMBLED '
PANELS into the open channels of the CORNERS on the remaining side panel to form a box. Insert SCREWS through the holes in
both CORNERS. Once all PANELS are attached, tilt the Raised Bed so it is upright.
9. Set the FLOOR PLANKS on top of the SUPPORTS, arranging them so there are small gaps between the planks. NOTE: The gaps
allow water to drain. 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
complete!
This elevated raised bed holds approx.  quarts of planting mix. Fill it with potting mix and, if you wish, 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 the Raised Bed. Now you’re ready to plant!
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Figure 3
SCREW
ASSEMBLED 4' PANEL
The attached
CROSS SUPPORT
sits underneath
the PLATFORM
SUPPORT.
PLATFORM
SUPPORT
SIDE PANEL
PLEASE
RECYCLE