Grandio ASCENT GRA-812-GR User manual

GREENHOU S E S
GRANDIO
GREENHOUSE USER MANUAL
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Model GRA-812-GR / GRANDIO 8X12 ASCENT

GREENHOU S E S
GRANDIO
Before you begin take time to complete this check list.
Take inventory of all parts using the parts list at the back of this manual, we
recommend labeling each piece with a label for easiest assembly.
Be cautious where you place the polycarbonate panels as they will burn grass
or plants if left on top of them in direct sunlight. Note that clear film side of
panels should always face the sun and opal film side faces inside greenhouse.
Plan out when and where you are going to place the greenhouse, we recom-
mend that you place it in an area that will receive direct sunlight and will be
protected from the wind as much as possible
It will take at least (2) people to put the greenhouse together.
Before your build, make sure you are allowed to build it! Consult all building
codes, as well as City or Municipality ordinances and HOA’s, as you may need
a permit or documentation before you build.
Contact your insurance company to make sure your Grandio Greenhouse will
be covered on your policy.
Call your local utilities companies before digging.
Do not attempt to begin construction on a windy day.
Your greenhouse should be built on a flat level surface allowing for drainage.
Read this entire manual to get familiar with all pieces and parts prior to
beginning assembly. Follow the steps outlined in the order presented!
Save this owner’s manual for future
reference and if you need our help.
CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE
DEPARTMENT at:
1-866-928-3150
Hours: 8:30a.m.-5:00p.m. Monday through
Friday (Mountain Standard Time)
Backyard Living Source
9543 W. Emerald St., Suite 101
Boise, ID 83704
www.grandiogreenhouses.com
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY
Dear Valued Customer,
We would like to congratulate you on your new
Grandio Greenhouse purchase. We are confident
that you have made the right decision in choos-
ing Grandio. Our greenhouses are made with
high quality aluminium and polycarbonate and
will last for many garden seasons to come.
Please take the time to carefully read this
instruction manual for an easier and more
enjoyable assembly experience.
Cheers!
Grandio Greenhouses
1

IMPORTANT! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.
To ensure safety, do not attempt to assemble this product without following the instructions carefully. Check entire box and
inside all packing material for parts and/or additional instruction materials. Before beginning assembly, read the instruc-
tions and identify all parts using the hardware identifier and parts list on pages 35-40. Complete assembly and
proper usage are essential to reduce the risk of accident or injury when using your Grandio Greenhouse.
CAUTION: Do not leave polycarbonate panels laying on grass or leave in the sun or extreme heat, keep in a cool
dry place until they are to be installed!! (May cause burning to plants or grass if left directly on top of them, also may
damage panels due to the protective lm adhering to panels.)
• Remove approximately 2 inches of lm from all polycarbonate sheet edges before installing. Remove all protective lm immedi-
ately after the construction is completed. Clear film side of panels should always face the sun and opal film side faces inside.
• Due to shipping, the grooves of some of the aluminum proles may be too small to insert into the polycarbonate sheet, you may
carefully use a screwdriver to pry the framework open so the polycarbonate sheet can be inserted smoothly.
• Do not use or store hot objects such as grills, blow torches, welding equipment, etc. in or near your greenhouse.
• Do not allow children or pets to play in greenhouse or in the set up area until assembly is complete.
• If using a ladder during assembly, use extreme caution.
• Clean level surface is essential to maintaining the solid integrity of the structure, Install the base correctly as described in
manual. Please anchor the greenhouse down to a rm and level base.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED FOR ASSEMBLY
• Outdoor Construction Adhesive or Silicone Caulk
• Tape Measure • Step Ladder • Masking Tape
• Level • Work Gloves • Safety Glasses
• Carpenter Square • Flathead Screwdriver • 10mm Wrench
• At Least 2 Adults • No. 1, 2 and 3 Phillips Screwdrivers
GRANDIO
TIP When you see this icon
pay special attention to
the helpful tips we have provided that will
make installation more ecient.
2

PREPARE A FOUNDATION FOR YOUR
GRANDIO GREENHOUSE
Before assembling your new greenhouse a proper
foundation must be prepared. A number of anchor-
ing options are acceptable, based on wind and
ground conditions in your area.
It is extremely important to have the area prepared
and leveled for installation of your greenhouse prior
to starting the assembly of your Grandio Greenhouse.
Decide at this time the nal orientation of your
Greenhouse. We recommend that you place your
greenhouse in a location where it will receive the
most direct sunlight and will be best protected from
wind and storm conditions.
Go to www.grandiogreenhouses.com for founda-
tion ideas and tour our online learning center for tips
and tricks for putting your greenhouse together.
GRANDIO ASCENT GREENHOUSE
DIMENSIONS FOR 8X12
Transparent Film
Opal White Film
Polycarbonate
Panels
Sun
Remove approximately 2 inches of lm on both sides of
each panel prior to installation. Remove all lm immedi-
ately after assembly is complete. The UV-Protected side
is covered with transparent lm and must face toward
the sun. The side covered in opal lm will always face
the interior of the greenhouse.
IMPORTANT: POLYCARBONATE PANELS
3
90”
99”
68”
42”
146”
8X12
8X12
LEFT SIDE
FRONT WIDTH
ROOF PEAK HEIGHT
DOOR HEIGHT
DOOR
1
3
/
4
”
GUTTERS
54”
EAVE HEIGHT
BASE 31/4”

609-A
601A-B
604-L 604-R
622-L 622-R
601A-FL
609-A 609-A
601A-FR
609-A
622 622
601A-B
BACK
FRONT
L08A
610
L08B
L08B-X
L08B-X
601B 601B
607
603E
603D
601B 601B
L08D L08D
L08A-XL08A-X
620 620
623A623A
623B 623B
619
L21
LEFT SIDE
L08C
610
L08C
602B
602A
602A
602A
602B
L08C
603C/616
602B
618
L08C-X
L08C-X
615
RIGHT SIDE
603C/616
602A
602A
L08C-X
618
602B
L08C
602B
610
602A
L08C-X
602B
L08C
L08C
615
4
603C
603C
603A
603B
603B
610 610
8x12 REPEATS THIS SECTION
ON BOTH SIDES
8x12 REPEATS THIS SECTION
ON BOTH SIDES
This diagram shows the 8x8 Grandio Ascent, for
the 8x12 Grandio Ascent you will repeat the
middle section of the sides as shown below on
LEFT SIDE and RIGHT SIDE.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION STEPS
STEP ONE: BASE ASSEMBLY
STEP TWO: FRONT ASSEMBLY
STEP THREE: BACK ASSEMBLY
STEP FOUR: MIDDLE ASSEMBLY
STEP FIVE: DOOR ASSEMBLY
GREENHOU S E S
GRANDIO©
5

6
STEP ONE
Outdoor
Ground
Assembly
W06 must be buried in ground.
BASE KIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Base
S03 BOLT
W06
Base
S03 BOLT
Base Deck or
Patio
Assembly
W06
Base
Base
S03 BOLTS03 BOLT
DECK OR PATIO
INSTALLATION
W06
Base
GRANDIO
TIP Make sure base is squared
and level before setting
anchor into concrete. Use a measuring tape
to ensure all corners are the same. Use level
on all four sides.
**BASE MUST BE LEVEL & SQUARE, FOUNDATION MUST BE PROPERLY ANCHORED PRIOR TO GREENHOUSE ASSEMBLY
B
W06/W07 must be cut for patio or deck installation
Drill holes in bottom of base to allow for proper fastener to pass
through prior to moving forward with assembly. You determine and
aquire proper fastener prior to installation.
OR
Use: Quikrete fast setting
concrete to anchor base.
Pour in Quikrete and water
no mixing required.
(Not Included). Base
S03 BOLT
W06
Base
S03 BOLT
W06/W07 Must Be Modified
Use a Hacksaw or Tinsnip to
cut down the length of W06
and W07,then install cut side
down to level surface.
W07
W07
W08
Base
W08
W07
W06/W07 * Must be cut ush with
frame. Use decking screws or
concrete anchors to attach base.
(Fasteners not included).
W06
W06/W07 * Must be
inserted into the ground,
and secured with concrete.
CUT
CUT

Before you begin take time to complete this check list.
Take inventory of all parts using the parts list at the back of this manual, we
recommend labeling each piece with a label for easiest assembly.
Be cautious where you place the polycarbonate panels as they will burn grass
or plants if left on top of them in direct sunlight. Note that clear film side of
panels should always face the sun and opal film side faces inside greenhouse.
Plan out when and where you are going to place the greenhouse, we recom-
mend that you place it in an area that will receive direct sunlight and will be
protected from the wind as much as possible
It will take at least (2) people to put the greenhouse together.
Before your build, make sure you are allowed to build it! Consult all building
codes, as well as City or Municipality ordinances and HOA’s, as you may need
a permit or documentation before you build.
Contact your insurance company to make sure your Grandio Greenhouse will
be covered on your policy.
Call your local utilities companies before digging.
Do not attempt to begin construction on a windy day.
Your greenhouse should be built on a flat level surface allowing for drainage.
Read this entire manual to get familiar with all pieces and parts prior to
beginning assembly. Follow the steps outlined in the order presented!
Save this owner’s manual for future
reference and if you need our help.
CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE
DEPARTMENT at:
1-866-928-3150
Hours: 8:30a.m.-5:00p.m. Monday through
Friday (Mountain Standard Time)
Backyard Living Source
9543 W. Emerald St., Suite 101
Boise, ID 83704
www.grandiogreenhouses.com
FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
This picture shows the inside view of front section fully assembled.
601B
L08D
L08A-X
601B
Y3-2
603D
603E
L08D
L08A-X
604-R
601A-FL
601A-FR
Y3-1
Y1Y2
604-L
619
W02 W02
W02T
W02T
W01
W04
GRANDIO
TIP Lay at on ground to
assemble the front frame of
your greenhouse. If possible try to nd a
shady area protected from the wind. Panels
can burn grass and plants if in direct light.
7
STEP TWO
GRANDIO
TIP We recommend watching
our how to assembly videos
with tricks and tips for easier assebly and
installation of your Grandio Greenhouse at:
www.grandiogreenhouses.com

FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY
GRANDIO
TIP Make sure the UV coated
side of the panel faces
outward as indicated on the panels. Avoid
placing the polycarbonate panels in the sun
or near plants until fully assembled.
8
STEP TWO
2.1 Use W01 bracket to attach the (2)
601B’s together with the 603E, secure
parts with the S05 fasteners provided as
shown in . Pre thread all fasteners for
ease of installation.
2.2 Insert Y3-1 and Y3-2 window panels
as shown in .
2.3 Attach 603E and 603D with W04
and S04/ML01 fasteners as shown in .
2.4 Attach W02T to 601B and 603D with
the S04/ML01 fasteners as shown in ,
leave a bit loose to ease installation of next
step.
Y3-1Y3-2
601B 601B
603D
603E
W01
W02T
W02T
W04
GRANDIO
TIP Transparent Film
Outside Greenhouse
Opal White Film
Inside Greenhouse
Polycarbonate
Panel
Sun
Inside View
W01
601B
601B
603E
S05
S04
ML01
W04 603E
603D
S04/ML01
W02T
603D
601B

S04
ML01
604
619
FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY
601A-FL
601A-FR
604-R 604-L
619
INSIDE DOOR FRAME
GRANDIO
TIP BOLT INSTALLATION TIP:
Locate all nuts and bolts, pre
thread and place in the groove of the
extrusion to make installation easier. Move
up or down for exact placement.
A
TIP: If necessary you may use a screwdriver to wedge behind the
bolt head. This prevents bolt from falling into the track.
S04
601A-FR
ML01
619
2.5: View diagrams and attach the (2)
604‘s and (2) 601A’s to the 619.
shows where the corner pieces attach
to 619.
shows where the door frame attaches
to the 619.
INSIDE
9
STEP TWO
Inside View
Inside View
INSIDE
OUTSIDE
INSIDE OUTSIDE
INSIDE
OUTSIDE
OUTSIDE
INSIDE
GRANDIO
TIP Make sure the small screw
hole on the 601A face to
the sides of greenhouse for future installa-
tion of the rain gutter downspout attach-
ment .

2.6: Attach L08D to 604 and 601A using S04/ML01 fasten-
ers as shown in .
2.7: Attach 606 to 619, this will hold the polycarbonate
panels in place.
2.8: Insert Y1 and Y2 polycarbonate panels into place, make
sure Y1 and Y2 slide completely into 606 as show in .
2.9: Attach W02’s to end of 601B’s, with the S05 screws as
shown in .
L08D
L08DL08D
Y2 Y1
604-L604-R
619 606
606
601A-FL
3 in.
Polycarbonate panel
603D
601B
603E
601B
Y3-2 Y3-1
604-R
Y-2 Y-1
W02
W02
601A-FL
601A-FR 604-L
FAT END
DOWN
S05
W02T W02T
FAT END
DOWN
W02
601B
FAT END
606
619
A
10
STEP TWO
601A-FR
S04/ML01
GRANDIO
TIP Transparent Film
Outside Greenhouse
Opal White Film
Inside Greenhouse
Polycarbonate
Panel
Sun
Inside View
INSIDE OUTSIDE

2.10: Move roof and front section together and install all
screws and bolts. As shown in and . Tighten W02’s
rst then tighten the W02T’s second.
2.11: Attach the L08A-X to 601A and 604. To square front
section loosen S04/ML01 attached to the tops of the (2)
L08A-X’s, square the frame with carpenter square or use a
measuring tape to make sure corner measurements are the
same, tighten L08X’s to hold squareness, L08A-X should be
attached 1” up from bottom bolt see .
601B
L08D
L08A-X
601B
Y3-2
603E
L08D
L08A-X
604-R
601A-FR 601A-FL
Y3-1
Y1Y2
604-L
619
W02 W02
W02T
W02T
603D
GRANDIO
TIP Set front aside in a shaded
area, do not lay on grass,
prolonged sunlight through the polycarbon-
ate panels will burn if placed directly on top
of plants during the intense sun of the day.
S05
W02
601B
601A-FR
S04
W02T
604-R
601B
603D
L08A-X
601A-FR
S04/ML01
Use measuring tape to
measure from corner to
corner to assure square.
Inside View
11
STEP TWO

601B
L08B-X
601B
Y5-2
603A
L08B
L08B-X
603B
601A-B 601A-B
Y5-1
Y1Y2
603B
W02 W02
Y4Y4
606 606
603C
W01
L08A
W04-1 W04-1
603C
This image shows the inside view of the back wall assembly.
BACK ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
12
STEP THREE
GRANDIO
TIP BOLT INSTALLATION TIP:
Locate all nuts and bolts, pre
thread and place in the groove of the
extrusion to make installation easier. Move
up or down for exact placement.
Inside View
GRANDIO
TIP Make sure the UV coated
side of the panel faces
outward as indicated on the panels. Avoid
placing the polycarbonate panels in the sun
or near plants until fully assembled.
GRANDIO
TIP Transparent Film
Outside Greenhouse
Opal White Film
Inside Greenhouse
Polycarbonate
Panel
Sun

BACK CONTINUED
3.1 Use W01 bracket to attach the (2) 601B’s
together as shown in diagram .
Attach (2) W02’s to the (2) 601B’s as shown in
diagram .
3.2 Attach (2) 601A-B’s to L08A using S04/ML01
fastener as shown in diagram .
Attach (2) 603B’s to L08A using S04/ML01 fasten-
ers as shown in diagram .
Attach 603A to L08A using S04/ML01 fastener as
shown in diagram .
603B 603A
601A-B 603B 601A-B
601B
601B
W01
601B
601B
S05
L08A
W01
W02 W02
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STEP THREE
Inside View
W02
601B
FAT END
DOWN
603B
L08A
INSIDE
ML01
601A-B
L08A
S04 INSIDE
ML01
S04
603A
L08A

603A 603B
L08B
603C 603C
603B
606
L08A
Y4Y4
Y5-2 Y5-1
BACK CONTINUED
3.3 Attach (4) 606’s to L08A as shown in diagram .
Insert the Y4 polycarbonate panels into the
grooves of 603B and 603A. Make sure Y4 panels
are inserted into 606 as shown in .
Set (2) 603C’s on top of the Y4’s that are now in
place. Attach L08B to (2) 601A’s with S04/ML01
fasteners as shown in diagram .
Attach L08B to (2) 603B and 603A with
S04/ML01 fasteners as shown in and , pre
thread all fasteners into assigned channels and
align with L08B for ease of installation.
Attach (2) 603C’s to the L08B using S04/ML01
fasteners.
3.4 Insert the Y5-1 and Y5-2 polycarbonate
panels into place. Then insert the Y1 and Y2 into
place as shown in the diagram.
Y1Y2
603C 603C
L08B
603A
Polycarbonate Panel
606
L08A
603C
L08B
603B
603C
603B
L08B
S04
ML01
L08B
601A-B
601A-B601A-B
Inside View
14
STEP THREE

3.5 Attach the roof to the back wall use W01 fastener to 603A and the (2) W02’s
to the (2) 601A’s using the S05 fasteners as shown in diagram and , pre
thread all screws for easiest installation, tighten when ush with frame and square.
603A
601A-B
601A-B
ATTACHING ROOF TO BACK FRAME
Y5-1Y5-2
Y1Y2
Y4Y4
W01
601B
601B
S05
603A
W01
W02 W02
L08B 603C 603C W02
601B
601A-B
FAT END
DOWN
Inside View
15
STEP THREE
L08A

L08B-X
601A-B
ML01
S04
603B
L08B-X L08A
3.6
A. Attach the W04-1 to the 603B and 601B
with S04/ML01 fasteners as shown in .
B. Attach (2) L08B-X’s to (2) 603B’s and
L08A with S04/ML01 as shown in .
C. Attach (2) L08B-X’s to the (2) 601A’s with
fasteners as shown in .
L08B-X L08B-X
GRANDIO
TIP Square by loosening bolts
attached to the tops of the
L08B-X, use measuring tape to make sure
corners to corner measures the same.
603B
601B
S04/ML01
W04-1
Inside View
16
STEP THREE
603B 603B
S04/ML01

MIDDLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 With no less than 2 people place the
pre assembled front section on top of the
base kit front. Have one person hold the
front vertically while the other attaches
the front section to the base with
W05/S04/ML01 fasteners as shown in
and . (1) PERSON MUST CONTINUE
HOLDING FRONT FRAME UPRIGHT.
4.2 Attach front to base with W05 clips
as shown in .
Warning: The person(s) holding the
front or back sections vertical must
continue to do so until the L08C-X angle
supports are attached securely to the
front and base as shown in step 4.5.
Failure to hold front vertical will cause the
front to fall and damage the base kit,
front framing etc. Damage caused by
improper installation is not warrantable. W05
Base
604
Outside
Inside
GRANDIO
TIP You will need a minimum of
(2) people to complete the
middle assembly of your greenhouse. The
more people the merrier at this stage of
assembly.
Base
W05
619
W05 Base
601A
Front
Side
C
C
S04
ML01
S04
ML01
Inside View
Inside
17
STEP THREE
619

4.3 While the front section is being supported vertically by other person(s) slide in and attach the L08C’s to the front section as
shown in . Using tape temporarily attach the loose end of the L08C’s to the base kit as shown in .
W05
MIDDLE ASSEMBLY CONTINUED
Tape
Masking Tape
Base
L08C
L08C
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STEP FOUR
Side Front
Front
Side
Inside View
Inside View
Base
L08C L08C Base

4.4 Attach L08C-X to 601A-FR with S04/ML01 on
both sides as shown in .
4.5 Attach bottom of L08C-X to L08C, W05, and base
as shown in . Repeat steps for other side. The
L08C-X braces will hold the front up vertically without
assistance.
4.6 To install the back section repeat steps 4.1 - 4.5.
Remove tape from L08C’s.
L08C-X
601A-B
L08C
L08B-X
MIDDLE ASSEMBLY CONTINUED
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STEP FOUR
L08C-X
W05
Base
L08C
601A-FR
601B
L08B-X
L08C-X L08D
L08C-X
Inside View