Mercia Garden Products 01DTPOT0806-V1 Instruction manual

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01DTPOT0806-V1
8x6 Dip Treated Pottng Shed
2mm Drill bit
x2 Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction
All buildings should be
erected by two adults
For ease of assembly, you
MUST pilot drill all screw
holes and ensure all screw
heads are countersunk.
For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
CAUTION
Every eort has been made during the
manufacturing process to eliminate the
prospect of splinters on rough surfaces of the
timber. You are strongly advised to wear gloves
when working with or handling rough sawn
timber.
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance,
annual treatment and to allow air ow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing
damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent
the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings - Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treat-
ment to prevent water ingress
Pressure Treated buildings - Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual
treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base
dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding
should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above
the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens
products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or
using this product.
Refer to the instructions pages for your specic product code
For ease of assembly, you
will need a tape measure to
check dimensions of
components.
**Protim Aquatan T5 (621)**
Your building has been dip treated with Aquatan.
Aquatan is a water-based concentrate which is diluted with water, the building as been treated by the correct
application of Aquatan solution and then allowed to dry.
Aquatan is a decorative nish to colour the wood, which is applied industrially to timber fence panels and
garden buildings.
Aquatan undiluted contains: boric acid, sodium hydroxide 32% solution, aqueos mixture of sodium dioctyl
sulphosuccinat and alcohols: 2, 4, 6-trichlorophenol.
P 1
Please retain product label and instructions for future reference
General Instructions

P 2
01DTPOT0806-V1
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2515 mm
Depth = 1900 mm
Height = 2141 mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2476 mm
Depth = 1863 mm
Please retain product label and instructions for future reference
Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
Door Panel QTY 1
AI-01POT0806DG-V1
1234 5
67
21
8 9
10 11 12 13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Plain Panel QTY 3
AI-01POT0806PG-V1
Floor Panel QTY 1
AI-01POT0806F-V1
Side Panel QTY 1
AI-01POT0806SP-V1
Side Gable Left QTY 1
AI-01POT0806SGL-V1
Glazed Roof QTY 1
AI-01POT0806GR-V1
Roof Panel QTY 2
AI-01POT0806R-V1
Bench QTY 1
AI-01POT0806B-V1
Gable Top Right QTY 1
AI-01POT0806GTR-V1
Opening Window QTY 1
AI-01POT0806OW-V1
Door QTY 1
AI-01POT0806D-V1
Side Panel Trim - 12X45X1004mm QTY 2 - S1245-1004MM
Glazed Roof Fascia - 12X88X1272mm QTY 2 - S1288-G-1272MM
Bench Support Frame - 27X44X958mm QTY 1 - F2744-958MM
Angled cut cover trim - 12X45X2046mm QTY 2 - S1245-G-2046MM
Panel Cover Trim - 12X55X1793mm QTY 3 - S1255-1793MM
Roof Strip- 12X50X1273mm QTY 2 - S1250-1273MM
Fascia - 12X70X1340mm QTY 2 - S1270-1340MM
Fascia - 12X70X1273mm QTY 2 - S1270-1273MM
Bench Support Frame - 44X44X657mm QTY 2 - F4444-657MM
Bench Support Block - 44X44X120mm QTY 1 - F4444-120MM
Window Frame - 35X41X650mm QTY 1 - F3541-G-650MM
22
23
24
Side Gable Right QTY 1
AI-01POT0806SGR-V1
Gable Top Left QTY 1
AI-01POT0806GTL-V1
Building Content:
Turn button QTY 2
PI-07-0034
26
27
Felt
Casement Stay QTY 1
PI-07-0080
28
Pad bolt QTY 1
PI-07-0035
2925
30
Small Hinge QTY 2
PI-07-0004
T Hinge QTY 3
PI-07-0021
Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
30mm Screw x 65
50mm Screw x 60
70mm Screw x 12
40mm Screw x 31 Felt Tacks x 60
16mm Black Screw x 22

P 3
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Pre Assembly
Before assembling remove the transportation
blocks from the bottom of each panel.
Take care removing the blocks as to not damage
the panels. Tap with a at headed screwdriver
and hammer.
Dispose of the blocks once removed.
21 x 30mm screws
Fix the T Hinges onto the
doors and door frame as
shown. Ensure that the
screws go through the
cladding and into the
framing behind.
1
13
30
Pre Assembly
Step 1
Place oor on a rm and level base, ensure
base has suitable drainage free from areas
where standing water can collect.
(See front page on base requirements).
The door and plain panels are
interchangeable and can be
positioned in a variety of
congurations, Decide which works
best before assembly .
(see end of step 3)
Fix the corner with 3x 50mm screw a
shown in diagram.
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof is tted. Fix the panels
onto the oor using 50mm screws in
alignment with the oor joists.
7 x 50mm screws
Step 2
50mm
screw
2
Pre drill
hole

P 4
For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance,
annual treatment and to allow air ow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing
damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent
the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings - Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treat-
ment to prevent water ingress
Pressure Treated buildings - Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual
treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base
dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding
should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above
the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens
products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or
using this product.
Refer to the instructions pages for your specic product code
Please retain product label and instructions for future reference
Pre drill
hole
Step 3
Fix the second set of panels
using same method shown in
step 2.
10 x 50mm screws
50mm
screw
1
2
Step 4
Fix the side gables using same
method shown in step 2.
50mm
screw
10 x 50mm screws
4
5
Pre drill
hole
Step 5
Fix side panel using step 2 method.
Place the gable tops into position
as shown in diagram and x using
50mm screws
15 x 50mm screws
50mm
screw
11
10
6
Pre drill
hole
16 x 16mm black screws
3 x 70mm screws
Step 6
Place the opening window and
window frame on top of the glazed roof
panel. Ensure there is a 12mm gap
between the window frame and top
end of the glazed roof panel. Fix the
window block with 70mm screws.
Place the small hinges as in diagram
and x with 16mm black screws.
12mm
16mm
black
screw
29
22
12
70mm
screw
Pre drill
hole

P 5
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Position glazed roof panel on
top of side gable and up against
the gable top. Secure to gable
top with 40mm screws and to
the gable sides using 70mm
screws as shown.
4 x 40mm screws
9 x 70mm screws
40mm
screw 70mm
screw
7
Step 7
Pre drill
hole
Step 8
Fix roof strip to back of each
panel against end as shown
using 30mm screws.
8 x 30mm screws
30mm
screw
8
19
Pre drill
hole
Place the roof panels on
top ensuring the underside
strip roof is at the top side
of the building. Fix roof
using 50mm screws.
Step 9
8 x 50mm screws
50mm
screw
8
22
12
19
Pre drill
hole

P 6
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Step 10
Cut felt into two sheets ensuring
they are both long enough to
cover roof with 50mm overhang
around the sides. Overlap where
the two sheets meet and x onto
roof using felt tacks at 10cm
intervals.
Felt
tacks
25
Step 11
Fix fascias using 40mm screws. Pre
drill holes to avoid splitting. Ensure
to the trap the felt between the
fascia and building.
24 x 40mm screws
40mm
screw
15
24
24
23
23
Pre drill
hole
15
14 x 30mm screws
Step 12
Fix Cover trims using 30mm
screws as shown. Pre drill holes
to avoid splitting.
30mm
screw
14
14
17
17
Pre drill
hole
Step 13
Fix Cover trims using
30mm screws as shown.
Pre drill holes to avoid
splitting.
12 x 30mm screws
30mm
screw
16
16
16
Pre drill
hole

P 7
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Step 14
Fix casement stay to glazed roof using 16mm
black screws. Attach bench support frame to
either gable side using 50mm screws. Ensure
screws go into framing , pre-drill holes to
avoid splitting.
50mm
screw
16mm
black
screw
4 x 50mm screws
4 x 16mm black screws
26
Pre drill
hole
21
Step 15
Place the remaining bench support on the inside of the
bench at the centre and x against bench framing using
40mm screw.
Then at the bottom attach support block to frame and to
the oor using 40mm screws.
Finish securing the bench by screwing 2x 50mm
screws through the benches framing into the framing of
the side panel
Place Bench on top of supports and x in place using
50mm screws from the bottom up through the supports
and into the bench framing. Pre drill rst.
40mm
screw
6 x 50mm screws
3 x 40mm screws
50mm
screw
18
20
9
Pre drill
hole

Please retain product label and instructions for future reference
P 8
Step 16
Fix Padbolt using 30mm screws. Then x
turn buttons to top and bottom of the
door using 16mm black screw
16mm
black
screw
30mm
screw
10 x 30mm screws
2 x 16mm black screws
27
Pre drill
hole
Button
It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood
treatment immediately after the building
has been assembled.
AFTER TREATMENT:
score around protective
cover on glazing and
carefuly peel
covering back

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



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











3
4







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





P 7











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