Plast-IQ U-GREENY VERTICAL GARDENING SYSTEM User manual

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Instruction Manual
U-GREENY VERTICAL GARDENING SYSTEM
Planter Box grey (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00001)
Planter Box green (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00002)
Trivet grey (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00003)
Trivet green (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00004)
Top Planter grey (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00005)
Top Planter green (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00006)
Cold Protection Cover translucent (Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00007)
Manufacturer:
Plast-IQ GmbH
Graben 21
A-4040 Linz
Austria (EU)

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Contents
1. General Information ..................................................................................1
1.1 Forward...................................................................................................1
1.2 Useage....................................................................................................1
1.3 Identifiers ................................................................................................2
1.4 Using the manual....................................................................................2
1.5 Effects of the weather .............................................................................2
2. Safety Information.....................................................................................3
2.1 General Safety Instructions ....................................................................3
2.2 Safety instructions before assembly:......................................................4
2.3 Safety instructions after assembly:.........................................................4
3. Product Overview......................................................................................5
A. Planter Box with two flaps ........................................................................5
B. Trivet.........................................................................................................5
C. Top Planter...............................................................................................5
D. Cold Protection Cover ..............................................................................5
4. Technical Data..........................................................................................6
5. Product description ...................................................................................7
5.1 Trivets .....................................................................................................7
5.2 Planter Box .............................................................................................8
5.3 Top Planter .............................................................................................9
5.4 Cold Protection Cover.............................................................................9
6. Assembly ................................................................................................10
6.1 Opening the predefined water outlets and ventilation vents.................10
6.2 Select the location ................................................................................10

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6.3 Stack options defined ...........................................................................11
6.4 Stacking ................................................................................................12
6.5 Stability Test .........................................................................................13
7. Useage....................................................................................................13
7.1 Planting .................................................................................................13
7.2 Maximum weight load ...........................................................................13
7.3 Watering................................................................................................13
7.4 Transportation.......................................................................................14
8. Maintenance ...........................................................................................14
9. Storage ...................................................................................................15
10. Dismantling ...........................................................................................15
11. Defects and repairs...............................................................................15
12. Disposal ................................................................................................15
13. Lifetime .................................................................................................15

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1. General Information
1.1 Forward
Congratulations on your purchase of the U-greeny Vertical Gardening
System for small areas. With U-greeny you can grow, cultivate and harvest
vegetables, herbs, salads, flowers, berries and other plants in a very space-
saving and convenient way (for example on balconies, terraces, private
gardens, small areas and on the house wall).
You now have a unique planting system, which meets TÜV standards under
the test number and is approved for use.
No modification of the product is allowed except for opening the water outlets
or vents as described in chapter 6.1. If other modifications are made, any
consequences are not covered by the after sales service or the product
warranty.
The assembly instructions, parts and accessories and all the enclosed
documents should be kept for the duration of use of the system. Your U-
greeny vertical gardening system was made with special care. Should there
ever be an issue, please contact your local dealer and provide the proof of
purchase.
1.2 Useage
The U-greeny Vertical Gardening System is designed for outdoor as well as
indoor use.
The U-greeny Vertical Gardening System and its components are intended
for private use only and are not intended for public use.

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1.3 Identifiers
Fig. 1
The bottom of each box shows the following information:
a) Max. Weight, max. Volume capacity, Article number, max. Stack height,
External dimensions, Production date (month, year)
c) Company name, Address, Patent number
1.4 Using the manual
Please allow sufficient time to thoroughly read the following information on
the construction and safety of your U-greeny Vertical Gardening System
before setting it up. Illustrations supplement the text in this guide to help you
understand the process.
The instructions, parts and accessories and all accompanying documents
should be kept for the duration of use of the U-greeny Vertical Gardening
System
1.5 Effects of the weather
Natural weather conditions such as sun, UV radiation and moisture have
different effects depending on irradiation, altitude, temperature and duration
of use. Plastic naturally changes over time. This can lead to drying cracks,
the formation of which can be particularly noticeable when exposed directly
to the weather conditions and strong moisture fluctuations. The resulting
cracks can have an influence on the static properties and on the strength of

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the material. Cracking is a natural plastic property and is not a cause for
complaint. Depending on the light irradiation, UV radiation and weathering,
colour changes of the planter boxes may occur.
Due to the properties of plastic, moisture fluctuations can lead to
dimensional changes. This is unavoidable and can not be prevented. At
times it may be more moderate and at other times the effect is stronger. This
is a natural process and therefore not a complaint.
2. Safety Information
Read and understand all the safety instructions before starting to
assemble your U-greeny Vertical Gardening System.
2.1 General Safety Instructions
Only the included U-greeny Vertical Gardening System components and
accessories may be used. If you use other components, the statutory
warranty expires. The TÜV approval is only valid for proper use with original
parts.
For improper use, the manufacturer is not liable. This also applies in
particular to the attachment of additional non U-greeny Vertical Gardening
System parts, such as nets, poles and other articles of any kind.
Regularly check the entire U-greeny Vertical Gardening System for stability
and functional safety. If irreparable problems or damage are found during
inspection, the U-greeny Vertical Gardening System must be dismantled
immediately.

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2.2 Safety instructions before assembly:
•The system may only be set up by people over the age of 18 years.
•Make sure that there are no children in the immediate vicinity during
construction.
•Do not deviate from the assembly instructions. If installed incorrectly, the
manufacturer is not liable for any damage.
•Never climb on the U-greeny Vertical Gardening System parts and
accessories.
•Do not change the design or the execution of the product.
•Position the U-greeny Vertical Gardening System so that it is at least 1m
(39.37 in) away from other structures, or place it directly against the
house wall on the ground.
•Install the system on a paved, level and non-slip surface without
gradients.
•Make sure that the stacked components do not overhang the railing of
your balcony, patio and roof garden at any time.
•Protect the U-greeny Vertical Gardening System from wind or gusts of
wind.
2.3 Safety instructions after assembly:
•Always pay particular attention to the safety of children who are near the
U-greeny Vertical Gardening System, never climb up the U-greeny
Vertical Gardening System or tilt the planters.
•Avoid loose clothing, with long cords, or laces, which can lead to
overturning of the assembled plant boxes when accidently caught.
•When planting, pay attention to the dangers of tall plants.
•Make sure that at temperatures below 0 ° C (32 ° F), no water is contained
in the U-Greeny components.
•Ensure that the U-greeny Vertical Gardening System is relocated indoors
at temperatures below -20 ° C (-4 ° F).
•In case of snowfall, make sure that the snow load does not damage your
cold protection cover.
•In case of strong winds, remove the cold protection cover to avoid injury
or damage.

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3. Product Overview
The U-greeny Vertical Gardening System may consist of one, several or all
of the components listed below.
A. Planter Box with two flaps B. Trivet
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Grey Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00001
Green Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00002
Grey Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00003
Green Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00004
C. Top Planter D. Cold Protection Cover
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Grey Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00005
Green Art.Nr. 13-06-004-00006
Translucent Art.Nr. 13-06-004-
00007

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4. Technical Data
System
component
Net
weight
Length Width Height Capacity
volume
A. Planter
box
2013 g
(71.01 oz)
546 mm
(21.50 in)
393 mm
(15.47 in)
397 mm
(15.63 in)
ca. 19 l
5.02 gal
B. Trivet 1268 g
(44.73 oz)
528 mm
(20.79 in)
363 mm
(14.29 in)
179 mm
(7.05 in)
ca. 20 l
5.28 gal
C. Top
Planter
1068 g
(37.67 oz)
528 mm
(20.79 in)
363 mm
(14.29 in)
179 mm
(7.05 in)
ca. 20 l
5.28 gal
D. Cold
Protection
Cover
1068 g
(37.67 oz)
528 mm
(20.79 in)
363 mm
(14.29 in)
179 mm
(7.05 in)
ca. 20 l
5.28 gal
All components made from „High Density Polyethylen“ (HDPE).
Produced in the EU.

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5. Product description
All components are made of durable and UV-stable HDPE material, a
recyclable plastic with test certificate.
The planters are only to be used from -20 ° C (-4 ° F) to + 50 ° C (122 ° F).
Note: Make sure that ice never forms in the planters.
5.1 Trivets
Fig.6
On the inside of the Trivet in each corner are hexagonal shaped receiving
domes (P). The plant box must be precisely positioned and snapped onto
these receiving domes. In the middle of each side and at the bottom are
predefined openings (W). Depending on the intended use, they can be
opened, see chapter 6.1.
Note: The Trivet and Top Planer differ only in the four support domes (P) of
the Trivet.

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5.2 Planter Box
Fig. 7
On the bottom of each planter box in each corner are hexagonal shaped feet
(F), which fit exactly into the hexagonal receiving domes (P) of the Trivet.
These hexagonally shaped feet also fit precisely into the receptacles (V) of
the flaps on top of a second planter box. These flaps can be folded outwards
for space-saving storage. In each corner at the bottom of the planter box are
also two bottom holes (O), which ensure controlled flow of water to the Trivet.

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5.3 Top Planter
Fig. 8
The Top Planter is always the last and highest structural element under the
cold protection hood. In the middle of each side and at the bottom are
predefined openings (W). Depending on their intended use, they can be
opened, see chapter 6.1. The top planter, also with four hexagonal feet, must
be connected to the respective latching points on the Trivet or on the flaps
of the planter box.
Note: The Trivet and top planter differ only in the four receiving domes (P)
of the Trivet.
5.4 Cold Protection Cover
Fig. 9
The Cold Protection Cover is placed on the four side snap-in lugs (N) on top
of the Top Planter and provides protection against cold for the plants in the
Top Planter. For adequate ventilation, the predefined openings (W) must be
opened, see chapter 6.1.

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6. Assembly
No additional tools or materials are needed for assembly.
You can find a video showing the assembly process at: www.ugreeny.at.
Note: The lifting and carrying of empty or filled plant boxes may only be
carried out using the handles provided, see also chapter 7.4.
6.1 Opening the predefined water outlets and ventilation vents
WARNING
Avoid injuries!
Use protective gloves.
Make sure that the area is free of observers.
Failure to do so may result in minor or moderate injury.
The predefined openings in the Trivet, the top planter and the cold protection
cover can be opened with a pointed object.
6.2 Select the location
Choose a suitable location for your type of planting. Define a suitable stack
option. This must correspond to the given space.

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6.3 Stack options defined
Fig. 10
With the U-greeny Vertical Gardening System, a maximum of two planter
boxes (A) and one top planter (C) are stacked on top of each other in the
Trivets (B). It is always necessary to start from below with the Trivet (B) or a
planter box (A), followed by another planter box (A) or top planter (C).
The stack variants are generally freely selectable and flexible to stack.
However, a variant shown in Figure 10 is recommended.

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6.4 Stacking
Before stacking it is recommended to individually plant each planter box and
the top planter, before then stacking the already planted boxes.
WARNING
Avoid injuries!
Filled plant boxes are heavy.
Make sure the planter boxes are stacked properly.
Failure to do so may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING
Avoid injuries!
The cold protection cover only fastened with snap-in lugs.
Make sure that the protective cover is removed when it becomes
windy.
Failure to do so may result in minor or moderate injury.
Note: The maximum height of this system (including the cold protection
cover) is 1120 mm (44.09 in).
1. Place the Trivet on a level, solid surface. The maximum inclination may
not exceed 5 °.
2. On the inside of the Trivet in each corner are hexagonal shaped receiving
domes. The planter box must be precisely positioned and snapped onto
the receiving domes.
3. On the underside of each planter box in each corner are hexagonal
shaped feet which must be accurately positioned and locked in the
hexagonal shots of the flaps on the top of the planter box underneath.
Make sure that all four feet are in the designated positions. It must be
ensured that the Planter box is straight standing.
4. The Top Planter, also with four hexagonal feet, may only be positioned
at the respective latching points on the Trivet or on the flaps of the planter
box. The Top Planter is always the last and highest structural element
under the cold protection cover.
5. The cold protection hood is placed on the four snap-in lugs on the top of
the Top Planter and locked.

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6.5 Stability Test
Test that the stack variant you have chosen is safe after assembly and all
feet are inserted and locked into the slots provided. The U-greeny Vertical
Gardening System can only be put into operation once its stacking variant
has been completely assembled and all parts have been checked for stability
and safety.
7. Useage
7.1 Planting
It is recommended to do the planting before stacking or assembling. Planting
recommendations can be found at: www.ugreeny.at.
7.2 Maximum weight load
A planter box or a top planter may each be loaded with a maximum of 25 kg
(55.12 lb) of weight. At most one planter box and a top planter with a total
weight of 55 kg (121.25 lb) may be stacked together on a planter box.
7.3 Watering
When watering the plants in the individual planter boxes and the top planter,
it should be noted that all plants receive the right amount of water according
to the plant species. Ideally, the entire surface of the earth is watered per
box. The excess water flows down through the holes in the bottom of the
boxes and in the flaps and is collected in the Trivet.
The Trivet must be emptied regularly to prevent overflow. If the planters are
used without a Trivet, the excess water will leak out through the holes in the
bottom of the bottom planter.

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7.4 Transportation
Note: The individual boxes can also be re-stacked or transported with a max.
25 kg (55.12 lb) load.
WARNING
Avoid injuries!
Filled planter boxes are heavy.
Make sure the planter box is carried properly.
Failure to do so may result in minor or moderate injury.
Fig. 11
The planter boxes must be carried with the designated handles.
8. Maintenance
Clean the planters annually with a soft cloth and water before and after use.
No dishwashing liquid should be used, and no other caustic or other cleaning
agents should be used as they can attack, modify and destroy the surface.
In addition, these reduce the life of the U-greeny components.

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9. Storage
Fig. 12
After cleaning and drying, the flaps of each planter box are folded outwards.
The planter boxes and the other U-greeny system components can be
simply sunk into each other, which allows for a space-saving indoor storage
solution.
10. Dismantling
Dismantling individual components is not provided for.
11. Defects and repairs
In these situations, please contact your dealer.
12. Disposal
The U-greeny system components must be disposed of properly in
accordance with the applicable laws in each country.
Your dealer will inform you about disposal options in your country.
13. Lifetime
This is based on the statutory warranty.
Warranty: see manufacturer's information