Yardistry YM11640 User manual

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HEIGHT:
8’2” or 2.49m
12 x 12 Arched Roof Pergola
with Plinth
Installation and Operating Instructions – YM11640
Yardistry – North America
Toll Free Customer Support: 1.888.509.4382
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Yardistry / Selwood Products – Europe
Customer Support: [phone]
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Revised 11/27/2013
10’ (3.05 m)
12’ (3.66 m)
3.05 m (10’)
3.66 m (12’)

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Important Safety Notice!
Yardistry components are intended for privacy, decorative and ornamental use only.
Product is NOT INTENDED for the following:
• A safety barrier to prevent unsupervised access to pools, hot tubs, spas or ponds.
• As load bearing support for a building, structure, heavy objects or swings.
• Used in structures that trap wind, rain or snow that would create extra load on the
product.
Permanent structures may require a building permit. As the purchaser and or installer
of this product you are advised to consult local planning, zoning and building inspection
departments for guidance on applicable building codes and/or zoning requirements.
Wood is NOT ame retardant and will burn. Grills, re pits and chimineas are a re
hazard if placed too close to a Yardistry structure. Consult user’s manual of the grill, re
pit or chimnea for safe distances from combustible materials.
Wear gloves to avoid injury from possible sharp edges of individual elements before
assembly.
During installation, follow all safety warnings provided with your tools and use
OHSA approved safety glasses. Some structures may require two or more people to
install safely.
Check for underground utilities before digging or driving stakes into the ground!
.
General Information: Wood components are manufactured with Cedar (C. Lanceolata)
which is protected with factory applied water-based stain. Knots, small checks (cracks)
and weathering are naturally occurring and do not affect the strength of the product.
Annual application of a water-based water repellent sealant or stain will help reduce
weathering and checks.
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General Information

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Limited Warranty
Yardistry warrants that this product is free from defect in materials and workmanship
for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. In addition, all lumber is
warranted for 5 years against rot and decay. This warranty applies to the original owner
and registrant and is non-transferable.
Regular maintenance is required to assure the integrity of your product and is a requirement of
the warranty. This warranty does not cover any inspection cost.
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
• Labor for replacement of any defective item(s);
• Incidental or consequential damages;
• Cosmetic defects which do not affect performance or integrity;
• Vandalism; improper use or installation; acts of nature;
• Actsofnatureincludingbutnotlimitedtowind,storms,hail,oods,excessivewater 
 exposure;
• Minor twisting, warping, checking, or any other natural occurring properties of wood that
do not affect performance or integrity.
Yardistryproductshavebeendesignedforsafetyandquality.Anymodicationsmadetothe
original product could damage the structural integrity of the product leading to failure and
possibleinjury.Yardistrycannotassumeanyresponsibilityformodiedproducts.Furthermore,
modicationvoidsanyandallwarranties.
This product is warranted for RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY. Yardistry disclaims all other
representations and warranties of any kind, express or implied.
This Warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may have other rights as well which vary from state to state or province to
province. This warranty excludes all consequential damages, however, some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of
consequential damages, and therefore this limitation may not apply to you.

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Instructions for Proper Maintenance
Your Yardistry structure is designed and constructed of quality materials. As with all outdoor
products it will weather and wear. To maximize the enjoyment, safety and life of your structure
it is important that you, the owner, properly maintain it.
Symbols:
Throughout these instructions symbols are provided in the top, right-hand corner of the page.
If you dispose of your Yardistry structure: Please disassemble and dispose of your
unit so that it does not create any unreasonable hazards at the time it is discarded. Be
sure to follow your local waste ordinances.
HARDWARE:
• Check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint using a non-lead paint complying
with 16 CFR 1303.
• Inspect and tighten all hardware after completion of assembly; after rst month of use; and
then annually. Do not over-tighten as to cause crushing and splintering of wood.
• Check for sharp edges or protruding screw threads, add washers if required.
WOOD PARTS:
• Unprotected they will appear weathered over time. Periodic application of an exterior
water repellent or stain (water-based) will help improve appearance and life.
• Check all wood members for deterioration, structural damage and splintering. Sand down
splinters and replace deteriorated wood members. As with all wood, some checking and
small cracks in grain is normal
• Tape Measure
• Carpenters Level
• Standard or Cordless Drill
• #2 Phillips Bit or Screwdriver
• 7/16” Wrench or Socket
Assembly Guides
• 8’ Step Ladder
• Safety Glasses
• Adult Helper
• Gloves
• Hard Hat
Tools Required:
• Use Help, where this is shown, 2 or 3 people
are required to safely complete this step.
To avoid injury or damage to the assembly
make sure to get some help.
• Use a measuring tape to assure proper
location
• Pre-drill a pilot hole before fastening
screw or lag to prevent splitting of wood.

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Note: It is critically important you start with square, solid and level footings, concrete
pad or deck to attach your Pergola Room.
We supply Room L-Mounts with this structure which gives you the exibility to permanently install your
structure to a pre-existing or new wood or concrete surface.
• The hardware to attach the Room L-Mount to the structure is included.
• The hardware to mount the structure permanently will need to be purchased separately at your local
hardware store.
If you are mounting to concrete footers see below for the correct locations and placement. Please double
check for possibility of any underground utilities such as gas, telephone, cable or sprinkler lines.
Following are some examples of how to mount the structure to wood or concrete surfaces.
Refer to your local building and city codes, ordinances, neighbourhood covenants, or height restrictions
regarding this type of structure for guidance on accepable installation requirements.
Permanent Installation Examples
Concrete Footer
2 3/4” 1” 11/2”
To
Required
Depth
Anchoring Hardware not included
#10 x 1-1/4” Pan Screws Included
16 1/8” - Groove
Room L - Mount
Panel Post
Corner Post
Panel Post
Room L - Mount
20 3/4"
169 11/16"
120"
120"
78 1/2"
78 1/2"

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Permanent Installation Examples cont.
Concrete Patio (min. 10’ 2” x 10’ 2”) with 12” clearance on all sides
Wood Deck (min. 10’ 2” x 10’ 2”) with 12” clearance on all sides
#10 x 1-1/4” Pan Screws Included
#10 x 1-1/4” Pan Screws Included
Anchoring Hardware not included
Anchoring Hardware not included
Room L-Mount
#10 x 1-1/4”
Pan Screw
Post

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Short Plinth A Assembly (035)
Short Plinth B Assembly (034)
X Insert (183)
Arch Gusset Right (193)
Arch Gusset Left (194)
L Mount Right
End Plinth Assembly (032)
Bottom Brace Insert (191)
Engineered Panel Post (024)
Engineered Panel Corner Post (025)
L Mount Left
Long Plinth Assembly (033)
Trellis End 110-1/2" (061)
Corner Post (190)
Beam 20-3/4" (067)
Arch Beam Front (195)
Arch Beam Offset (080)
Beam 81-1/2" (068)
Cross Brace Insert (189)
Horizontal Insert (185)
Beam End 10-1/2" (069)
Trellis End 33-1/2" (062)
Beam End 34-1/4" (192)
2 x 3 Trellis Clip

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32pc. (185) - Horizontal Insert FSC 2 x 2 x 16-1/8" - Box 2
38.1 x 139.7 x 266.7mm
38.1 x 38.1 x 409.6mm
38.1 x 38.1 x 574.7mm
38.1 x 63.5 x 850.9mm
36 x 127 x 453.2mm
38.1 x 139.7 x 870.0mm
36 x 69.9 x 2311.4mm
38.1 x 63.5 x 2806.7mm
38.1 x 76.2 x 409.6mm
38.1 x 139.7 x 527.1mm
36 x 127 x 453.2mm
Y50113-185
8pc. (024) - Engineered Panel Post FSC 2 x 4 x 91" - Box 2
Y70113-024
4pc. (194) - Arch Gusset Left FSC 2 x 5 x 17-27/32" - Box 1
Y50113-194
4pc. (193) - Arch Gusset Right FSC 2 x 5 x 17-27/32" - Box 1
Y50113-193
4pc. (067) - Beam 20-3/4" FSC 2 x 6 x 20-3/4" - Box 2
Y50113-067
4pc. (192) - Beam End 34-1/4" FSC 2 x 6 x 34-1/4" - Box 1
Y50113-192
4pc. (069) - Beam End 10-1/2" FSC 2 x 6 x 10-1/2" - Box 3
Y50113-069
9pc. (061) - Trellis End 110-1/2" FSC 2 x 3 x 110-1/2" - Box 1
Y50113-061
Engineered Panel Corner Post FSC 2 x 4 x 91" - Box 2
8pc. (025) -
53.5 x 69.9 x 2311.4mm
Y70113-025
Bottom Brace Insert FSC 2 x 4 x 16-1/8" - Box 2
8pc. (191) - 38.1 x 69.9 x 408.9mm
Y50113-191
64pc. (183) - X Insert FSC 2 x 2 x 22-5/8" - Box 3
Y50113-183
9pc. (062)- Trellis End 33-1/2" FSC 3 x 2 x 33-1/2" - Box 1
Y50113-062
8pc. (189) - Cross Brace Insert FSC 2 x 4 x 16-1/8" - Box 1
Y50113-189
Part Identification ( )
Dimensions are approximate and are shown to assist in the identification of parts for
assembly. Actual dimensions may be smaller or larger.

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34.9 x 152.4 x 492.1mm
4pc. (034) - Short Plinth B Assembly FSC - Box 2
Y70113-034
34.9 x 152.4 x 598.5mm
8pc. (033) - Long Plinth Assembly FSC - Box 2
Y70113-033
1pc. (Y70821-001) - Pergola Sun Shade with Hardware - Box 2
Beam 81-1/2" FSC 2 x 6 x 81-1/2" - Box 1
2pc. (068) -
38.1 x 139.7 x 2070.1mm
Y50113-068
Part Identification ( )
Dimensions are approximate and are shown to assist in the identification of parts for
assembly. Actual dimensions may be smaller or larger.
Corner Post FSC FSC 3 x 3 x 91" - Box 2
4pc. (190) -
69.9 x 69.9 x 2311.4mm
Y50113-190
Arch Beam Offset FSC 2 x 6 x120" - Box 1
2pc. (080) -
38.1 x 241.3 x 3048.0mm
Y50113-080
34.9 x 152.4 x 141.3mm
8pc. (032) - End Plinth Assemby FSC - Box 2
Y70113-032
34.9 x 152.4 x 492.1mm
4pc. (035) - Short Plinth A Assembly FSC - Box 2
Y70113-035
Arch Beam Front FSC 2 x 6 x120" - Box 1
2pc. (195) -
38.1 x 241.3 x 3048.0mm
Y50113-195

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32pc. - X-Pin Insert
(Y20014-000)
50pc. - Pan Screw #10 x 1-1/4" - (Y06416-911) 83pc. - Wood Screw #10 x 4" - (Y06416-940)
144pc. - Wood Screw #8 x 3" - (Y06416-530)
48pc. - Wood Screw #8 x 2-1/2" - (Y06416-522)
Hardware Identification ( )
Dimensions are approximate and are shown to assist in the identification of
parts for assembly. Actual dimensions may be smaller or larger.
8pc.- L MountRight- (Y00413-005)
1pc.-1/8"Drill Bit
(Y00400-002)
2pc.- 3/16"HexKey- (Y00400-003)
16pc. - 1/4" Connector Nut
(Y08416-200)
9pc. - 1/4" Lock Nut
(Y08416-202)
8pc. - Wafer Bolt 1/4 x 4-1/4" - (Y07416-241)
9pc. - Wafer Bolt 1/4 x 2" - (Y07416-220)
9 pc. - 2 x 3 Trellis Clip - (Y00413-001)
1pc.-#2x2"RobertsonDriver
(9200014)
8pc.- L MountLeft-(Y00413-004)
96pc. - Trim Screw #6 x 30mm - (Y06416-910)
8pc. - Wafer Bolt 1/4 x 3-3/4" - (Y07416-233)
16pc. -5/16" Flat Washer
(Y05416-203)

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PRODUCT NUMBER: YM11640
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ ___ (Box 1)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ ___ (Box 2)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ ___ (Box 3)
STOP STOPSTOP STOP
1-888-509-4382
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C. Read the assembly manual completely, paying special attention to ANSI warnings;
notes; and safety/maintenance information on pages 1 - 4.
• Follow the instructions in order.
• This structure is designed to be assembled and installed ideally by two people,
DO NOT attempt to install alone.
• Consider the slope of elevation where you plan to install the structure. Also, check for
gas, telephone, other utilities or sprinkler line locations prior to excavating any holes.
D. Before you discard your cartons ll out the form below.
• The carton I.D. stamp is located on the end of each carton.
• Please retain this information for future reference. You will need this information if you
contact the Consumer Relations Department.
• Each step indicates which bolts and/or screws you will need for assembly, as well as
any at washers, lock washers, t-nuts or lock nuts.
A. This is the time for you to inventory all your hardware, wood and accessories,
referencing the parts identication sheets. This will assist you with your assembly.
Step 1: Inventory Parts - Read This Before Starting Assembly
B. If there are any missing or damaged pieces or you need assistance with
assembly please contact the consumer relations department directly. Call us
before going back to the store.

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Step 2: Assemble “X” Inserts
64 x X Insert 38.1 x 38.1 x 574.7 mm (2 x 2 x 22-5/8”)
HardwareWood Parts
Fig. 2.1
32 x X Insert Pin
A: Place one X Insert Pin into one X Insert, then attach a second X Insert to form a complete Insert. Make sure
the pieces are tight to each other.
B: Repeat Step A to make 32 complete Inserts.
X Insert Pin X Insert

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Step 3: Assemble 8 Panels
Part 1
HardwareWood Parts
Note: You will be assembling 8 Panel Post Assemblies in
total in Step 3.
A: Lay one (024) Engineered Panel Post and one (025) Engi-
neered Panel Corner Post on edge so the grooved sides face
each other, on a level surface.
B: Place one (191) Bottom Brace Insert in between the posts
tight to the bottom ledge and attach with two #8 x 3” Wood
Screws as shown in g. 3.1.
C: Set one Horizontal Insert between the posts and tight to
Bottom Brace Insert. Attach with two #8 x 3” Wood Screw as
shown in gure 3.1.
32 x #8 x 3” Wood Screw
(024)
Engineered
Panel Post
8 x (024) Engineered Panel Post 36 x 69.9 x 2311.4 mm (2 x 4 x 91”)
8 x (191) Bottom Brace Insert 38.1 x 69.9 x 409.6 mm (2 x 4 x 16-1/8”)
8 x (185) Horizontal Insert 38.1 x 38.1 x 409.6 mm (2 x 2 x 16-1/8”)
8 x (025) Engineered Panel Corner Post 53.5 x 69.9 x 2311.4 mm (2 x 4 x 91”)
Fig. 3.1
(191) Bottom
Brace Insert
Tight to
bottom
ledge on
both posts
Top
Bottom
#8 x 3” Wood
Screws
#8 x 3” Wood
Screws
(025) Engineered
Panel Corner Post
(185) Horizontal Insert

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Hardware
Wood Parts
C: Slide one complete Insert in from
the top of the panels and down to the
(185) Horizontal Insert. (g. 3.2)
D: Slide one (185) Horizontal Insert
to the top of the complete Insert. (g.
3.2) Attach with two #8 x 3” Wood
Screws.
Note: Be sure to maintain 16”
measurement between each (185)
Horizontal Insert. (g 3.3)
E: Repeat Steps C and D so there are
four complete Inserts per Panel Post
assembly. The last board should be
a (189) Cross Brace Insert. Attach all
three Horizontal Inserts with two #8 x
3” Wood Screws per insert and attach
Cross Brace Insert with four #8 x 3”
Wood Screws. (g. 3.3)
80 x #8 x 3” Wood Screw
(024)
Engineered
Panel Post
32 x Completed Inserts from Step 2
8 x (189) Cross Brace Insert 38.1 x 76.2 x 409.6 mm (2 x 4 x 91”)
24 x (185) Horizontal Insert 38.1 x 38.1 x 409.6 mm (2 x 2 x 91”)
Fig. 3.3
(185)
Horizontal
Insert
Insert
from top
in between
grooves
(189) Cross
Brace Insert
(185)
Horizontal
Insert
#8 x 3” Wood
Screws x 5
Fig. 3.2
Step 3: Assemble 8 Panels
Part 2
(185)
Horizontal
Insert
Complete
Insert
#8 x 3” Wood
Screws x 5
(025)
Engineered
Panel Corner
Post
(191) Bottom
Brace insert
16”

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Step 4: Attach Panel Posts to Corner Posts
Part 1
A: On Engineered Panel Corner Post,
per assembly, pre-drill two holes from the
inside, at the places shown in g. 4.1 and
4.2. Pre-drill in the centre of the panel
and on a slight angle. Fig. 4.2
Note: Only pre-drill one post per
assembly
Fig. 4.1
Step * **
pre-drill 3 holes from the centre
on a slight angle
Pre-drill
on a slight
angle
(024)
Engineered
Panel Post (025)
Engineered
Panel Corner
Post

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Step 4: Attach Panel Posts to Corner Posts
Part 2
Hardware
Wood Parts
8 x #10 x 4” Wood Screw
24 x #8 x 2-1/2” Wood Screw
4 x (190) Corner Post 69.9 x 69.9 x 2311.4 mm (3 x 3 x 91”)
Fig. 4.3
B: Through the pre-drilled holes attach two
Panel Posts assemblies to one (190) Corner
Post with one #10 x 4” Wood Screw per Panel
Post Assembly at bottom and six #8 x 2-1/2”
Wood Screws along post as shown in g. 4.3.
Complete this step for all four Corner
Posts.
(190)
Corner
Post
#8 x 2-1/2”
Wood
Screws
#8 x 2-1/2”
Wood
Screws
#10 x 4”
Wood
Screws
#8 x 2-1/2”
Wood
Screws
Flush

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A: Pre-drill with a 1/8” drill bit and attach two L Mounts (one L Mount Right and one L Mount Left) ush to the
inside edge, at the bottom of each Panel Post with two #10 x 1-1/4” Pan Screw per L Mount as shown in g. 5.1,
5.2 and 5.3.
Step 5: Attach L - Mount Brackets
Fig. 5.1
Fig. 5.2
Hardware
16 x Room L-Mount (Right and Left)
32 x #10 x 1-1/4” Pan Screw
#10 x 1-1/4”
Pan Screw
Flush to bottom of posts
x 2 per L Mount
L Mount Left
L Mount Right L Mount Left
L Mount Right
Note orientation of tabs.
Fig. 5.3
L Mount Right L Mount Left
Note: Flush to the inside edge.

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Hardware
Wood Parts
#6 x 30 mm
Trim Screw
(034) Short Plinth
B Assembly
Plinths rest on top of the L Mounts
(035) Short Plinth
A Assembly
Flush to corners
Step 6: Attach Plinths to Corner Post Assembly
Part 1
A: Place one (034) Short Plinth B Assembly with one (035) Short Plinth A Assembly tight to each other and
attach using two #6 x 30 mm Trim Screw at the opposite corners per Plinth. (Fig. 6.1 and 6.2)
Note: Plinths will be attached to four corners.
Fig. 6.1
Fig. 6.2
16 x #6 x 30 mm Trim Screw4 x (035) Short Plinth A Assembly 34.9 x 152.4 x 492.1 mm
4 x (034) Short Plinth B Assembly 34.9 x 152.4 x 492.1 mm

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HardwareWood Parts
#6 x 30 mm
Trim Screw
x 2 per board
Flush
(033) Long
Plinth Assembly
Step 6: Attach Plinths to Corner Post Assembly
Part 2
B: On the outside of the corner post assembly, place two (033) Long Plinth Assembly tight against eachother
using 2 #6 x 30 mm Trim Screws per Plinth. Be sure they are ush and tight. (Fig. 6.3 and 6.4)
Fig. 6.3
Fig. 6.4
16 x #6 x 30 mm Trim Screw
8 x (033) Long Plinth Assembly 34.9 x 152.4 x 598.5 mm

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Hardware
Wood Parts
#6 x 30 mm
Trim Screw
x 4 per board
Flush
(032) End
Plinth Assembly
Note: Loosen screws as
necessary to align all edges.
#6 x 30 mm
Trim Screw
(032) End
Plinth Assembly
Step 6: Attach Plinths to Corner Post Assembly
Part 3
C: Place one (032) End Plinth Assembly onto each Corner Post Assembly. Line them up with previously placed
Plinths. Make sure they are ush and tight to each other and then fasten with two #6 x 30 mm Trim Screw per
end. (Fig. 6.5 and 6.6)
Fig. 6.5
Fig. 6.6
16 x #6 x 30 mm Trim Screw8 x (032) End Plinth Assembly 34.9 x 152.4 x 141.3 mm