Vivo BEE-HV01 User manual

20 Frame Langstroth Beehive
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Instruction Manual
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SKU: BEE-HV01
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Drill
TOOLS NEEDED
Hammer Wood Glue
Phillips
Screwdriver
PACKAGE CONTENTS
HIVE BOXES (Deep and Medium)
B1 (x4)
Box Side Panels
B2 (x4)
Box End Panels B3 (x60)
1-5/8” Nail
HIVE FRAMES (10 Deep and 10 Medium)
F1 (x40)
End Panels
F2 (x20)
Top Bar with Wedge Comb Guide F3 (x80)
1” Gray Nail
F4 (x20)
Plastic Foundation
F5 (x20)
Bottom Bar
If you do not understand these directions, or if you have any doubts about the safety of the installation,
please call a qualified technician. Check carefully to make sure there are no missing or defective parts.
Improper installation may cause damage or serious injury. Do not use this product for any purpose that is
not explicitly specified in this manual and do not exceed weight capacity. We cannot be liable for damage
or injury caused by improper mounting, incorrect assembly or inappropriate use.
WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE AND DRY PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD
SMALL PARTS - NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS. ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED.
SOME HARDWARE INCLUDED MAY NOT BE USED.

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STEP 1
ASSEMBLY STEPS: Hive Boxes
STACK HIVE
S1 (x2)
Hive Box
(User Assembled)
S2 (x20)
Frame with Foundation
(User Assembled)
S3 (x1)
Inner Cover
S4 (x1)
Base
S5 (x1)
Outer Cover / Telescoping
Cover
S6 (x1)
Queen Excluder
Matching boards should be
across from one another.
Make sure all 4 handles are
facing out and towards the top.
PACKAGE CONTENTS (Continued)
Aer gathering the tools and package contents, dry fit the 2 Side Panels (B1) and 2
End Panels (B2) together to make a box. Use a hammer and block or rubber mallet
to secure tightly. As the wood can expand and contract with shipping, some filing
may be needed to align the dovetails.
B1 B2
B2
B1

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STEP 2
STEP 3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each additional box.
STEP 1
Put a small drop of wood glue on the top inner notch of an End Panel (F1). Attach
to one end of the Wedged Top Bar (F2), pushing down and holding firmly so that
it adheres. Glue the other End Panel (F1) in the same way and attach it to the
opposite end of the top bar (F2). Wipe away any excess glue with a paper towel.
ASSEMBLY STEPS: Hive Frames
Top Bar
End Panel
The wedge comb guide
faces down and the sides
face each other.
FOR MEDIUM BOX:
6 nails per Box Corner (24 total)
FOR DEEP BOX:
9 nails per box corner (36 total)
OPTIONAL
The Hive Box (S1) can be nailed together for
additional strength, but this is not required. Using
a 3/32” bit, pre-drill 2” deep holes in the center
of each dovetail of the pre-cut joint to prevent
splitting, then hammer in one 1-5/8” Nail (B3) at
a time. Check to make sure the box is still aligned
every so oen.
B3
F2
F1
Place wood
glue here.

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STEP 2
Insert Plastic Foundation (F4) into the groove of the top bar.
STEP 3
Put a small drop of wood glue on the end of each End Panel (F1). Attach the
Bottom Bar (F5) to the End Panels, making sure the groove fits over the Plastic
Foundation (F4). Push down until the fit is snug.
Bottom Bar
View from Bottom
STEP 4
Place a 1” Nail (F3) on each side of the top end of the End Panels (F1), spaced
evenly, and hammer into the End Panels (F1). Optionally, holes may be
pre-drilled using a 1/16” bit to prevent splitting.
Side View of
Top Bar with
2 gray nails
nailed down
into side panels
F1
F4
F5
F1
F3
F1

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ASSEMBLY STEPS: Stack Hive
STEP 1
Now that you have assembled the boxes and frames, place the frames in the
boxes. Push the frames together in the middle.
STEP 5
Place a 1” Nail (F3) on each end of the bottom bar and hammer into the End
Panels (F1). This will ensure that the frame will not pull apart until it is naturally
glued in by the bees with propolis.
Side View of
Bottom Bar
with 2 gray
nails nailed
down into side
panels
Optional Step:
Secure the Base (S4) to the bottom
of the deep box using spare nails
(B3 or F3) to secure hive when
transporting or during heavy winds.
F1
F3

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WARRANTY
We oer a ONE YEAR warranty for this product. If you have any problems with the
bee hive, please contact us directly. We have a 30 Day Return Policy.
STEP 2
Stack the hive parts in this order:
1. Base (side with larger gap size should face up to fit entrance reducer if used)
2. Deep Box w/ Frames Inside
3. Queen Excluder
4. Medium Box w/ the Frames Inside
5. Inner Cover
6. Outer Cover/Telescoping Cover
SUGGESTION: Coat the exterior wood with chemical-free oil or prime and paint
the exterior surfaces. Leave the interior untreated. This will protect hive from
weather and ensures longevity of use.
Outer Cover/
Telescoping Cover
Inner Cover
Box w/ Frames
Plastic Excluder
Box w/ Frames
Base
S4
S1
S2
S6
S3
S5

LAST UPDATED: 05/05/2021
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