Rion Eco Grow 6x6' User manual

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Eco Grow 6x6’ , 6x8’
Eco Grow
74499_EN

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•Please read these Assembly Instructions completely before assembly and keep them in your records so you
can refer to them if you wish to add options or make repairs.
•The instructions in this manual lead you through each step in the assembly process. It is important for you to
follow them closely.
•We recommend that you use gloves during assembly.
•EcoGrow is not responsible for the misuse of tools or parts.
•If local building codes require permits or licenses make sure that they are acquired before beginning.
•Your Greenhouse should be secure ly anchored to the prepared foundation using the recommended hardware.
•If you prepare a concrete foundation do not ex cavate and pour concrete in frozen ground.
•Exercise caution when lifting heavy assemblies.
•Do not attempt to assemble your Greenhouse in high winds.
•We recommend that you place your Greenhouse in a spot where it will receive direct sunlight and will be
protected from the wind as much as possible. The door should not face prevailing winds.
•When your Greenhouse is fully assembled examine it for sharp edges and trim with a razor knife if necessary.
•Close all roof vents in high winds.
•It is important to clear your Greenhouse of snow in the winter.
•If you live in a hot climate, where outside temperatures exceed 46° C (115° F) in the sun or 36° C (99° F) in the
shade, this may cause the temperature inside the greenhouse to exceed 55° C (131° F). Such conditions may
harm your plants and will damage the greenhouse by warping structural proles. In order to prevent damage:
•Ensure good ventilation during hot days.
•Make sure that the temperature inside the green house never exceeds 55° C (131° F) by providing a shading
screen, such as the Shade Net (available as an accessories option).
Note: EcoGrow is not responsible for any damage due to high temperatures.
Important: Make sure that you check the contents of the greenhouse packaging against the packing
list and the required parts for your model on page 4 and following. Do not begin assembly if any parts
are missing.
Required Tools
Before you start assembly have the following available:
•Power drill
•Measuring tape
•Level
•Scissors
•Gloves
•Awl
•Razor knife
•Sponge and soapy water
Note: You may nd some parts easier to assemble if you rst moisten them with soapy water.
Accessories
Rion oers a wide range of accessories for your greenhouse from modular bases for the foundation,
automatic window openers, and shelving for your plants.
Safety First
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Connect the specied parts.
Match the holes in the proles and the connectors.
Place a pin on the pin tool and push the pin through the lined-up holes
to lock the parts in place. Many connections require pins on both sides.
Note: Extra pins are included.
If you wish to disassemble the parts at any time, remove the pins using
the pin tool. Place the end into the exposed hole and lever the pin out.
If a hole in the connector is missing, drill a hole with a 6 mm
(¼") drill bit through the assembled prole and then insert the pin.
In extremely rare cases connectors will not slip into some round or
oval proles. In this case place the aected part into10 cm (4”) of
boiling water for 15 seconds before connecting.
Important: In order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is
essential to insert glazing elements fully and completely.
Moisten the glazing element with soapy water.
Insert one end of the glazing element into the prole until it snaps
into place.
Push the glazing element along its length.
Continue until the end of the glazing element snaps in place.
The callout ( ) shows an enlarged cross-section of the prole
and glazing element when it is seated correctly
Congratulations on purchasing an EcoGrow. We are certain that it will give you many happy years of pleasure in your garden.
EcoGrow has been designed to be as easy to put together as it is beautiful to look at.
Most of the work can be done by a single person. Only attaching the roof requires the help of a family member or
neighbor for a short while.
Easy assembly methods eliminate the need for tools or special expertise.
Greenhouse assembly is done in the following steps:
Prepare a Foundation for Your Greenhouse ------ 3
Identify Greenhouse Parts ----------------------------- 5
Prepare Your Parts for Assembly --------------------- 8
Lay Out the Greenhouse Frame ---------------------- 8
Secure the Frame to Foundation -------------------- 9
Assemble the Roof Pediments ----------------------- 10
Assemble Roof Framework ---------------------------- 12
Cover the Greenhouse Roof --------------------------- 13
Cover the Walls ------------------------------------------- 17
Raise the Roof --------------------------------------------- 18
Assemble the Door -------------------------------------- 20
Seal The Door --------------------------------------------- 21
Attach The Door ------------------------------------------ 22
Attach Door Holder -------------------------------------- 23
Final Touches --------------------------------------------- 24
Warranty ---------------------------------------------------- 25
Introduction
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Introduction
Wood Deck
Your Greenhouse can be secured to a wood deck with screws (not supplied) through the frame connectors. Use
screws that are 6 mm (screws that are 6 mm (¼”) in diameter and no less than 70 mm (2¾”) long. Make sure
that the wood deck itself is securely anchored to the ground. See hardware quantities and foundation
measurements above.
Excavated Trench
Your Greenhouse can be placed in an excavated trench to anchor it to the ground. See the foundation
measurements above for dimensions.
Concrete Foundation
Prepare a poured concrete foundation according to local building codes. Do not excavate and pour concrete in
frozen ground. Make sure that there is a slight slope for drainage.
Pour your foundation according to the size of the greenhouse model you have selected. Make sure that the
foundation is at least 10 cm (4”) larger than the size of the greenhouse. the greenhouse is secured to the
concrete foundation using screws and concrete anchor s or expansion anchors (not supplied). Use screws 6 mm
(¼") in diameter and no less than 70 mm (2¾") long. A drill with an appropriate masonry bit is required.
Before assembling your new Greenhouse a proper foundation must be prepared. A number of anchoring options are
possible, based on wind and ground conditions in your area.
Make sure that you have checked with your local authorities regarding any required building permits.
Decide at this time the nal orientation of your Greenhouse. We recommend that you place your greenhouse
in a spot where it will receive direct sunlight and will be protected from the wind as much as possible. The door
should not face prevailing winds. It is important to clear your Greenhouse of snow in the winter.
Note: You may assemble the greenhouse on its base on a hard surface and move it to its nal position when you
have nished. Make sure that there are no obstructions between the assembly area and the nal position.
Treated Wood Base
Build a framework composed of 4x6( ) and 2x12 ( ) treated
lumber using deck screws or galvanized lag bolts and ll it with
gravel or earth or other suitable material to ll the base up to the top
surface of the 4x6 ( ). Attach the greenhouse frame through the
connectors using screws that are 6 mm (¼”) in diameter and no less
than 70 mm (2¾”) long (not supplied).
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Prepare a Foundation for Your Greenhouse
Model Base Width Base Length Fill Quantity Screw/Lagbolts
Model Foundation Width Foundation Length Screw/anchor set or expansion anchor
ECO 6x6 2.03 meter (6’7⁄”) 2.03 meter (6’7⁄”) 0.85 m (30 ft) 20
ECO 6x8 2.03 meter (6’7⁄”) 2.66 meter (8’8⁄”) 1.2 m (42 ft) 24
ECO 6x6 2.07 meter (6’9”) 2.07 meter (6’ 9”) 20
ECO 6x8 2.07 meter (6’9”) 2.69 meter (8’ 10”) 24

4
Identify Greenhouse Parts
Eco Grow 6x6 Eco Grow 6x8
Because of the EcoGrow modularity, you may purchase additional middle sections to t your needs.
197 cm (6’6”)
2.59 cm (8’5⁄”)
Eco Grow 6x8
Eco Grow 6x6
Eco Grow 6x12
Eco Grow 6x10
Eco Grow 6x14
Eco Grow 6x16
Eco Grow 6x18
Eco Grow 6x20
Front
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Back (2’) Back (4’) Middle (4’ Ext.)

Back 2' Back 4' Front 4' Ext 4'
Description Dimension (mm) Code No of
parts
No of
parts
No of
parts
No of
parts
Roof panel 617X667 (2’¼ x 2’2¼”) PN2A 2 2 2
Roof panel 617X647 (2’¼”x 2’1⁄”) PN3A 2 2 2
Roof panel 605X667 (1’11⁄”x 2’2¼”) PN2 2 2 4
Roof panel 605X647 (1’11⁄”x 2’1⁄”) PN3 2 1 4
Panel 581X449 (1’10⁄”x 1’5⁄”) PN5L 1 1 1
Panel 597X447 (1’11½”x 1’5⁄”) PN9 1 1
Panel 597X1183 (1’ 11½” x 3’ 10⁄”) PN1 5 7 6 4
Roof panel 1099X179 (3’7¼”x 7”) PN6 1 1 1
Panel 581X449 (1’10⁄” x 1’ 5⁄”) PN5R 1 1 1
Panel 501X1183 (1’7⁄”x 3’10⁄”) PN122 1
Panel 501X350 (1’7⁄”x 1’1¾”) PN121 1
Oval prole 1130 (3’ 8⁄”) E1 4 6 6 4
Oval prole 540 (1’ 9¼”) E2 11 18 15 14
Oval prole 523 (1’ 8⁄”) E3 2 4 2 4
Oval prole 394 (1’3½”) E4 2 2 2
Oval prole 134 (5¼”) E5 2 2 2
Oval prole 445 (1’5½”) E100 3
Oval prole 295 (11⁄”) E101 2
Round prole 1130 (3’8⁄”) R1 2 2 2
Round prole 534 (1’9”) R2 2 2 2
Round prole 477 (1’6¾”) R3 2 2 2
Roof window WIN31 1
Base prole 500 (1’ 7⁄”) B2 5 7 7 4
Inner Round prle 400 (1’3⁄”) SR1 1
Take a minute to make sure you have everything you need.
Note: Do not proceed with assembly if any parts are missing.
The part code is stamped on each connector. Proles are listed in or der by size, largest to smallest.
Panels are identied with stickers. Some glazing elements (RA, RB, RC, and RD) are placed inside
thelong proles in the interests of space.
Exact dimensions can be found in the packing list.
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Back 2' Back 4' Front 4' Ext 4'
Description Dimension
(mm) Code No of parts
No of
parts
No of
parts
Corner base connector 0 01 2 2 2
Left rib connector 0 3A 1 1 1
Left pediment connector 0 6A 1 1 1
Right rib connector 0 4A 1 1 1
Right pediment connector 0 7A 1 1 1
Top pediment connector 0 8A 1 1 1
B ase connector 0 2D 4 6 4 4
T - oval connector 0 09 2 2
Oval junction connector 0 10 2 2
Corner oval connctor 0 18 4
Door Handle 0 DOORH33 1
Roof Vent Handles
(packages of 2) 0 WINH31
Side cap 0 D1 1 1 1
Rib conector 0 5A 5 10 5 10
Middle cap 0 D2 1 2 1 2
Roof glazing - RC 666 (2’2⁄”) RC1 4 6 4 4
Roof glazing - RC 630 (2’¾”) RC2 4 6 4 4
Roof glazing - RC 580 (1’10⁄”) RC3 1 2 2 2
Roof glazing - RA 573 (1’ 10⁄”) RA1 1 2 2 2
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Back 2' Back 4' Front 4' Ext 4'
Description Dimension
(mm) Code No of parts
No of
parts
No of
parts
Roof glazing -RB 520 (1’8⁄”) RB1 6 10 6 8
Roof glazing -RB 475 (1’6⁄”) RB3 2 2 2
Roof glazing - RD 569 (1’10⁄”) RD1 4 8 8 8
Flexible Glazing 14m (45' 11⁄") GF - 35m 1
Flexible Glazing 14m (45' 11⁄") GF - 14m 2 1
Flexible Glazing 14m (45' 11⁄") GF - 8m 2
Connector Pin 0 PIN1-220pcs+GT1 1 1
Connector Pin 0 PIN1-160pcs+GT1 1
Connector Pin 0 PIN1-120pcs 1
Door rubber seal 4.5m (14' 9⁄") DSN-4.5m 1
Soft Foam insulation 0.5m (1' 7⁄") SF - 0.7m 1 1 1 1
Door Kit
Left Door Hinge 7216 1
Right Door Hinge 7215 1
Hinge Base 7217 2
Door Holder 7273 1
M6 x 80 Bolt 7224 8
M6 x 20 Bolt 4016 2
M6 Flange Nut 466 8
M6 Nylock Nut 7279 2
Washer 425 2
Philips Screw 6x25 7281 2
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8
Prepare Your Parts for Assembly
Lay Out the Greenhouse Frame
Assemble the back portion of the frame with B2 proles.
Assemble the sides of the frame together with B2 proles.
Lock the frame together with pins.
Remove everything from your packages and sort them according to part type. Since
assembly is done from taking parts from every box, it is best to put everything together.
Some glazing elements (RA, RB, RC, and RD) are placed inside the long proles in
the interests of space.
Note: Protect unassembled panels from the sun to prevent identication stickers from adhering to the glazing.
Decide in which direction the door will face and place the parts on the prepared foundation or wood deck.
Note: You may nd it easier to assemble the base on a at surface (such as a driveway or a garage) and then
move it into position when you are done.
Note: Arrange all 2D
connectors with the
stamped word OUT
facing the outside of the
greenhouse.
Slide the SR1 prole into
the B2 frame prole that
will be used for the
doorway.
Note: Glazing
elements (RA, RB, RC,
and RD) may have
been placed inside
the B2 proles.
Remove them before
assembly.
2D
B2
B2
7217
7224
7224
466
466

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Secure the Frame to Foundation
Make sure that the frame is
perfectly rectilinear by measuring
the diagonals and verifying that
they are the same.
Use a level to make sure that the
frame is level.
Acquire the proper hardware
before beginning the next
procedure. (See page 3.)
Note: If you are using a base with
ller you may assemble the
greenhouse on ahard surface and
move it to its nal position when
you have nished. Make sure that
there are no obstructions between
the assembly area and the nal
position.
Wood Deck or Treated Foundation
Insert screws into the frame connector holes and secure them to
the base.
Concrete Foundation
Mark the foundation through each connector using a scribe or screw.
Carefully move the frame and then drill holes using an appropriate masonry bit. Insert concrete anchors or
expansion anchors (not supplied) in each hole.
Move the frame back into place. Make sure that it is still perfectly rectilinear. Secure the screws/anchors in
place.

10
Assemble the Roof Pediments
Assemble all parts of
the hinged door
pediment except for
the 7A connector and
the R3 prole.
Note: Glazing
elements (RA, RB, RC,
and RD) may have been
placed inside the E2
proles. Remove them
before assembly.
Slide the PN6 panel
into the open space of
the pediment.
Note: The outside
surface of the panels
have special UV
protection, indicated by the plastic identication strip. Remove plastic ID strips when as panels are locked in
place.
Complete the hinged door pediment with the 7A connector and the R3 prole, taking advantage of the
exibility of the proles.
Lock the pediment in place using pins an d remove the ID strips from the panel.
Complete Doorway Pediment
Attach the E4 and R2
proles to the lower right
pediment.
Note: Glazing elements
(RA, RB, RC, and RD) may
have been placed inside the
E4 proles. Remove them
before assembly.
Slide the PN5R panel in
place. Make sure that the
plastic ID strip faces out.
Connect the 4A and 09
connectors to an E2
prole and put it in place
taking advantage of the
exibility of the proles.
Lock the panel in with
pins.
Assemble the lower left
pediment in the same
way.

11
Back Pediment
Assemble the back top
pediment as previously
described and lock the
parts in place with pins.
Place the descending
proles on the completed
top pediment.
Slide the three panels in
place. Make sure that the
plastic ID strip faces the
outside.
Assemble the lower
proles and connectors
and complete the back
pediment, taking
advantage of the exibility
of the proles.
Lock everything into place
using pins and remove the
ID strips from the panels.

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Assemble Roof Framework
Note: Assemble the roof in an area not too far away from the completed frame.
Assemble one arch.
Note: Glazing
elements (RA, RB, RC,
and RD) may have
been placed inside the
E3 and E2 proles.
Remove them before
assembly.
Lock the parts in
place using pins.
Assemble the rest of
the arches according
to the number of
ECOmiddle sections
you have purchased.
Add E2 proles to the front pediment.
Note: Glazing elements (RA, RB, RC, and RD) may have be en placed inside the E2 proles. Remove them
before assembly.
Lock the parts in place using pins.
Add E2 proles to the completed ribs and lock them into place with pins.
Complete the roof by attaching the back pediment. Lock it into place with pins.

13
Cover the Greenhouse Roof
Step in the
framework of the
lower window to
conveniently
reach the top of
the roof.
Place RA1 glazing
elements on the
top of the roof by
placing one end in
the top channel
and pushing it
down along the
length of the
prole.
Note: The RA1
glazingelementsmay
have been placed
inside one of the
long proles.
Important: In
order to maintain
the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements fully and completely, using soapy
water, as explained on page 2.
Place RB1 and
RB3 glazing
elementsalongthe
arches where
shown. Place one
end of the RB
elements in the
channels of the
proles and slide
them down the
length of the
prole.
Note: The RB1 and
RB3 glazing elements
may have been
placed inside one of
the long proles.
Important:
In order to maintain
the life of your greenhouse,
it is essential to insert glazing elements fully and completely,
using soapy water, as explained on page 2.

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Place RD1
elements where
shown by placing
one end in the
channel and
pushing it down
along the length of
the prole.
Note: The RD1
glazingelements may
have been placed
inside one of the
long proles.
Note: You may nd
it easier to insert RD
elements into
proles by pushing
them in from the top
while rolling the
element downwards.
Important: In
order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements fully and
completely, using soapy water, as explained on page 2.
Place each PN3A
and PN3 panel in
place by sliding
one corner into
the RD1 glazing
element and then
continue until it is
fully inserted and
lying at. Make
sure that the
plastic ID strip is
facing the outside.
Assemble the two
WINH31 handles
of the WIN31
Roof Vent using
the included pins
and place the roof
vent in one of the
middle spaces.
Note: Assembly
instructions for
additional roof vents
are included in the
packaging.
WIN31
PN3A
PN3
PN3A
PN3A
PN3A

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Lock the sides of
the PN3 and
PN3A panels and
roof vent in place
using RC2 glazing
elements. Make
sure that the end
of the RC glazing
elements are in
line with the
bottom of the RD
elements.
Finish locking the
panels into place
by placing RC3
glazing elements
across the top of
the roof.
Note: The RC2 and
RC3 glazing
elements may have
been placed inside
one of the long
proles.
Important: In order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements
fully and completely, using soapy water, as explained on page 2.
Remove the ID strips from the panels.
Snap the roof caps
in place on the top
rib intersections.
Note: If you need
to remove the roof
caps push them on
one side and lift.
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Note
RC3
RC3

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Making sure
that the
plastic ID
strip faces
out, slide a
PN2A panel
into the
lower RD1
element.
Bend the
panel until it
enters the
upper RD1
element.
Continue
with the rest
of the PN2
and PN2A
panels.
Lock the
lower panels
into place
using RC1
glazing
elements.
Make sure
that the end
of the RC
glazing
elementsare
in line with
the bottom
of the RD
elements.
Note: The
RC1 glazing
elements may
have been
placed inside
one of the long
proles.
Important: In order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements
fully and completely, using soapywater, as explained on page 2.
Remove the remaining plastic ID strips from the panels.
PN2A
PN2
PN2A
PN2A
PN2
PN2A

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Cover the Walls
Put the R1 round proles in place.
Add the E1 oval proles until the frame is
completed.
Insert two pins in each column to lock
them in place. Do not insert pins in the
inner (panel) channels of the column
proles.
Make sure that the plastic ID strip of a PN1
panel faces out, and put it in place by
gently curving it so that it enters the side
channels of the columns.
Lower the panel towards the frame and slide it into the channel of the base.
Continue with this procedure until all of the PN1 panels on the side of the greenhouse and the PN1 panels
for the front and back of the greenhouse are nished.
Lock the base in place with pins and remove the ID strips from the panels.
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1
PN1

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Raise the Roof
Place the roof on the completed
frame.
Note: You will need the help of
another person for a short while to
lift the roof and put it in place.
Make sure that the roof is in the
same orientation as the frame. Lift
the roof from both edges and walk
through the door towards the back
wall.
Place the roof on the columns
and circle around the
greenhouse and insert the rst 1
cm (½") of the roof connectors into the columns.
Panel by panel, circle around the greenhouse and lowe r the roof into place. Use the GT1 glazing tool to
guide the corners of the PN1 panel into the channels..
Lock the roof in place with pins.