Penguin 41218 MR User manual

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41218 MR
12 X 18 SOLARIUM
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Three adults required for assembly
Base Dimensions 12’ ½”x18’11”
Largest Dimensions 13’6”x20’4½”
Overall Height 110’’

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Before you assemble the Solarium
Some jurisdictions may require permits for, or otherwise regulate, installation of
use of temporary structures. Consult with your governing authority or
municipality codes before assembly.
Please don't destroy boxes until completely assembled.
It is important that this solarium be installed on a solid base with the provided
screws. Otherwise, please ensure that you use anchors sufficient for your surface.
The solarium should not be installed adjacent to trees or a sloped roof. Snow and
ice may slide onto the solarium and cause it to collapse.
Tools needed:
Step ladder
#2 Phillips screwdriver (supplied)
Rubber mallet
Based on the location, decide where you would like to position the two (2) doors panels
which can slide open to the left or the right, your choice.

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12x18 Solarium Assembly Instructions
Step 1:
Before starting to assemble, please decide where you would like to position the door panels.
1. Stand up two regular frames (A1), using two connecting pieces (E) and affix the panels (A1)
together.
2. Stand up a frame meant to be next to the door (A2) and a door frame (B2), placing the door frame
either on the left or right, then use two connecting pieces (E) to affix the panel and door frame.
3. When assembling angled panels (A1), you should put the two panels at 135 degree angle then use
the angled connecting pieces (I) and (J) to affix the panels together.

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Step 2:
1. Slide top door rail (F) into wheels of sliding door.
2. Slide lower door rail (G) into the plastic guide of the sliding door (B1).
3. Use bold (Bb) to affix the plastic stoppers (H) one on each end of top door rail (F).

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Step 3:
Please note the sliding door should be installed from the inside of the solarium.
1. Place a bolt (Hh) and washer (Gg) through the top door rail (F) and door frame, and place a female
bolt (Cc) from the other side. Once all are inserted, tighten them all securely.
2. Secure the bottom door rail (G), using a bolt (Cc) with a washer (Gg).
3. Paying careful attention to whether it is the left (Dd-L) or right (Dd-R) latch, use bolt (Bb) to affix
the door latch onto the frame.

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Step 4:
Note: Rafters must be affixed where panels connect to each other.
1. Attach roof rafters (L2) to the central hub (J1) using bolt (Bb).
2. Use screw (Z) to affix the rafters (L2) onto the top of panels going through the metal piece
attached to the rafter (L2).

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Step 5:
Note: Do not tighten the bolts right away as you may have to adjust the angle when inserting the
roof panels.
Use the same method to assemble roof rafters (L1) for the angled panels.
The rafters (L1) should be affixed to the mounting bracket using the hole that will be furthest away from
the corner of the unit.

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Step 6:
Use nut (Hh) and washer (Gg) to affix the top cap (K1) to the central hub (J1).

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Step 7:
1. Secure the side of the roof with finishing bar (M) with a screw (S1).
2. Place a roof finishing bar (M) next to the right of the roof finishing bar (M) and align the
pre-drilled holes in each bar one on top of the other.
Place finishing end (Q) over the aligned holes and secure with screw (S1).
3. Repeat process with all finishing bars as illustrated.
4. In order to finish the installation of the last finishing bar (M1) you have to unscrew the first
screw (S1) at your starting point and place a finishing end (Q) then re-install the screw (S1).
Note: the finishing ends change depending on where you are along the unit.
Always refer to the illustration.

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Step 8:
From the inside of the solarium, install the solidifying bar (N and N1) as illustrated using the screws (V).
Each screw (V) must be inserted into two pre-drilled holes prior to be screwed to the roof bars.