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Rion EcoGrow Assembly Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 2 © 2008 by EcoGrow Authorized EcoGrow Distributors France Backyard Living Source, Inc. - BLS Le petit jardinier 1450 E. Watertower St. Ste. 110 Atwick France Meridian, ID 83642 10, Rue de Paris +208-287-6601 95310 Saint Ouen L'Aumone Fax: 208-287-6602 +33 01 3037 5060 info@ecogreenhouse.com...
  • Page 3: Safety First

    You may find some parts easier to assemble if you first moisten them with soapy water. Accessories EcoGrow offers a wide range of accessories for your greenhouse from modular bases for the foundation, automatic window openers, and shelving for your plants.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 Prepare a Foundation for Your Greenhouse 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 final orientation of your Greenhouse.
  • Page 6 Identify Greenhouse Parts Because of the EcoGrow modularity, you may purchase additional middle sections to fit your needs. Take a minute to make sure you have everything you need. Note: Do not proceed with assembly if any parts are missing.
  • Page 7 Part Code ECO 1+2 ECO Middle Description Rib Connector Left Pediment Connector Right Pediment Connector Top Pediment Connector T-Oval Connector Oval Junction Connector Frame Profile (50 cm, 1’7F”) Frame Profile (61.8 cm, 2’E”) Round Profile (113 cm, 3’8A”) Round Profile (53.4 cm, 1’9”) Round Profile (47.7 cm, 1’6C”) Oval Profile (113 cm, 3' 8A") Oval Profile (54 cm, 1' 9B")
  • Page 8 The boxes are printed with a ruler to help you distinguish between profiles. Some glazing elements (RA, RB, RC, and RD) are placed inside the long profiles in the interests of space. Note: Protect unassembled panels from the sun to prevent identification stickers from adhering to the glazing. EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 9 Lay Out the Greenhouse Frame Decide in which direction the door will face and place the parts on the prepared foundation or wood deck. Note: You may find it easier to assemble the base on a flat surface (such as a driveway or a garage) and them move it into position when you are done.
  • Page 10 2 Carefully move the frame and then drill holes using an appropriate masonry bit. Insert concrete anchors or expansion anchors (not supplied) in each hole. 3 Move the frame back into place. Make sure that it is still perfectly rectilinear. Secure the screws/anchors in place. EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 11 Assemble the Roof Pediments 1 Assemble all parts of the hinged door pediment except for the 7A connector and the R3 profile. 2 Slide the PN72 panel into the open space of the pediment. Note: The outside surface of the panels have special UV protection, indicated by the plastic identification...
  • Page 12 5 Lock everything into place using pins and remove the ID strips from the panels. Note: Use gloves to remove the PN61 fixed window if you install the optional Louver Window (Part WINB2AC). EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 13 Assemble Roof Framework Note: Assemble the roof in an area not too far away from the completed frame. 1 Assemble one arch. 2 Lock the parts in place using pins. 3 Assemble the rest of the arches according to the number of ECO middle sections you have purchased.
  • Page 14 3 Place RB1 and RB3 glazing elements along the arches where shown. Place one end of the RB elements in the channels of the profiles and slide them down the length of the profile. EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 15 1 Place RD3 elements where shown by placing one end in the channel and pushing it down along the length of the profile. Note: You may find it easier to insert RD elements into profiles by pushing them in from the top while rolling the element downwards.
  • Page 16 3 Remove the ID strips from the panels. 4 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. Note EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 17 1 Making sure that the plastic ID strip faces out, slide a PN77 panel into the lower RD3 element. 2 Bend the panel until it enters the upper RD3 element. 3 Continue with the rest of the PN75 and PN77 panels.
  • Page 18 6 Continue with this procedure until all of the PN70 panels on the side of the greenhouse and the PN71 panels for the front and back of the greenhouse are finished. 7 Lock the roof in place with pins and remove the ID strips from the panels. EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 19 Raise the Roof 1 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.
  • Page 20 DoorW1 connector. shown. 7 Cut three pieces of DSN Door Sealer and place in Note: The larger handle always faces the outside. the channel of the inside of the door. EcoGrow Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 21 Attach the Door 1 Attach the LI6 Door Latch to the lower portion of the door frame. 2 Remove the four indicated pins using the glazing tool. 3 Attach one end of the Upper Door Hinge with an AS80 screw and wing nuts through the pin holes in the connectors.
  • Page 22 EcoGrow is not responsible for any damage due to high temperatures. • Always close roof vents in high winds. EcoGrow offers a wide range of options for your new Greenhouse, including modular shelves, irrigation systems, additional windows, automatic window openers, and others.
  • Page 23 Notes...
  • Page 24 Rev. 5032008...

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