Summer Greenhouse 05 User manual

Greenhouse 05
Assembly
Instructions
6’x8’, 6’x6’ and 6’x4’
x1.93m)
6
6ft (1.93m x 1.9
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Introduction
Safety
Precautions are required when assembling a greenhouse. The wearing of protective gloves and stout
footwear is essential when handling glass and recommended even for polycarbonate which does not
shatter but has sharp edges. Protective goggles are recommended whilst handling glass and the glazing
spring clips. Assembly of the greenhouse frame is much easier with two people and essential for glazing
with glass.
Site selection
Choose a site in maximum light, ideally with no direct shade. Avoid overhanging trees as much as possible
as leaves will make regular cleaning necessary and broken branches are a potential hazard. Small trees,
bushes or fences nearby can be helpful, acting as a wind break. A position close to the house will make
access easier for watering and tending and also make it easier to supply power cables or automatic
watering systems if required.
The site must be prepared so that the base of the greenhouse is level all round and checking with a spirit
level is required.
Base options & construction
The use of purpose-made, galvanised steel bases is recommended. They are made to fit the greenhouses.
It is easier to maintain a level and square foundation and they are easy to install, requiring little expertise.
Full instructions are included in the pack.
Bases can also be constructed from bricks, blocks, or mounted on a concrete pad. The bricks or blocks
should be cemented onto firm and level concrete footings and the greenhouse frame drilled and screwed to
the base. Fig3.
If a concrete pad is made, it is important that this slopes towards the edges to prevent water ingress. Time
must be allowed for any concrete or cement to cure before mounting the greenhouse.
The base must be square or the greenhouse will be distorted - see Fig1 & Fig2. The greenhouse must be
firmly fixed to the ground. The base should be constructed and installed before the greenhouse assembly is
undertaken.
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Before you start read the instructions completely
Construct the base first so that the greenhouse can be securely mounted when completed.
Find someone to help you. It is much easier with someone to hold parts, pass tools etc. This is not very
heavy work so it would suit most able-bodied people.
Allow plenty of time. Rushing often causes errors and doing things again. If you have never built a
greenhouse before, it can take the best part of a day to complete the construction with care.
Have the right tools to hand:
•Cross head and flat head screwdrivers
•10mm spanner
•Safety clothing as recommended in the ‘Safety’ section.
Lay out the parts by greenhouse section, ideally around the base as shown, and check that all are present
before commencing construction. Lay on cloth or plastic sheets if there is any risk of scratching the parts.
Follow this construction sequence.
•Side sections
•Back section
•Front section
•Frame assembly and roof
•Door
•Vent (if applicable)
•Glazing
All illustrations are based on viewing the parts from the inside of the greenhouse, except where stated.
Assemble the greenhouse loosely where possible and tighten when all in place so that minor adjustments
can be made. Note that some nuts will need to be tightened to keep them in place.
Tighten all nuts carefully, being sure not to miss any. Check the frame is square and using a spirit level to
check that it is upright.
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Frame Components
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Frame Components (continued)
Other Components
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A) GREENHOUSE SIDES
Pictures are viewed from inside the greenhouse unless stated
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B) GREENHOUSE BACK
Pictures are viewed from inside the greenhouse unless stated
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C) GREENHOUSE FRONT
Pictures are viewed from inside the greenhouse unless stated
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D) GREENHOUSE ASSEMBLY & ROOF SECTION
Pictures are viewed from inside the greenhouse unless stated
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E) GREENHOUSE DOOR ASSEMBLY
Pictures are viewed from inside the greenhouse unless stated
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F) GREENHOUSE VENT ASSEMBLY
(not applicable to the 6x4 Greenhouse 03)
Pictures are viewed from inside the greenhouse unless stated
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G) GREENHOUSE GLAZING
The following additional assembly instructions are also
available:
GREENHOUSE 05
GREENHOUSE BASE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
GREENHOUSE 05
GLAZING INSTRUCTIONS – HORTICULTURAL GLASS
GREENHOUSE 05
GLAZING INSTRUCTIONS – TOUGHENED GLASS
Summer Garden Buildings does not guarantee that this is the most recent version of these
instructions or that all data has been accurately reproduced. You are advised to refer to the
instructions supplied with the product before assembly. If for any reason the instructions are not
delivered with the product you are advised to obtain the most recent version before assembly. No
guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of these instructions and no liability will be accepted for
any errors or inaccuracies.
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