Juliana Veranda Assembly Instructions Manual page 4

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May we congratulate you on your new greenhouse
Dear Customer! DEAR CUSTOMER
Congratulations on purchasing your new
The assembly of your new house requires
greenhouse. It is important that you follow these
a bit of technical knowledge. However, it is
assembly instructions step-by-step.
important that the assembly instructions are
followed strict-ly. The assembly instruction
The assembly instructions are a combination of text
is a combination of text and illustrations. The
and illustrations. The profiles are packed in separate,
profiles are packed in separate numbered packs
numbered packs corresponding to their order of use
in the instructions. Assemble one pack at a time. All corresponding to the order in the assembly
nuts, bolts and fittings are contained in a Box.
instruction. Erect one pack at a time. All nuts
Each pack is specified in separate lists of
and bolts and fittings are found in bag No. 0
components.
(specified on page 12). Each pack is specified in
All detailed illustrations are marked with the
separate lists of components.
following symbols:
All detailed illustrations are marked with
symbols:
Seen from the inside Seen from the outside
Seen from inside Seen from outside.
This part is used on page
Precautions.
• Assembly must only be carried out in dry
SOME SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
and calm weather.
• Assembly must only be carried out in dry and
• Always use working gloves while glazing.
calm weather.
Greenhouse glass has sharp edges,
• Always wear work gloves when installing the
especially if the glass breaks.
glazing. Greenhouse glass has sharp edges,
• Assistants and especially children must be
especially if it breaks.
• Assistants and especially children must be warned that broken glass is an element of
warned that broken glass is dangerous. Pick
danger. Pick up broken glass at once and
up all broken glass at once and remove it with
remove it with care.
care.
• We recommend to use protective glasses
• We recommend that you wear protective
while fixing the spring wire clips.
glasses while fixing the spring wire clips.
• Place the ladder on a level support.
• Any ladders that are used must be placed on a
• It is essential to have an assistant.
level surface.
• It is essential to have an assistant available.
References
TOOLS
The column marked indicates the
Assembling the greenhouse requires the shown
page(s) on which the component is used.
tools.
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FOUNDATIONS
Foundation
No base is included with this product. However, an
The base is not included in this delivery.
original base is available separately. This base is easy
However, an original base can be bought
to construct and will guarantee you a stable base for
your greenhouse.
separately. It ensures you a stable and easy to
If you construct your own base, the specified
build base.
measurements must be external measurements.
If you make your own base the measurements
If you buy our original base, the anchor legs must
indicated must be external measurements.
be cast in cement. These holes must be dug out to
If you buy an original base you furthermore
below the frost line. Place the assembled base with
need about 75 litres of concrete and 6/8
anchor legs over the holes so the anchor legs fit into
plastic-/concrete pipes of about 800 mm which
the holes; it takes about 75 litres of concrete to fill
are placed in a non-freezing depth for the
up the holes.
Make sure the base is completely level and square.
fastening of the corner and middle anchors.
To square the base, make sure the two diagonal
The base must be 100% level and square; the
measurements are identical.
latter is ensured by checking that the two
The width of the front and back gables must also be
diagonal measurements are equal.
identical.
If you use an original base, the greenhouse must be
Tools
secured to each vertical bar as shown on drawings
The mounting of the greenhouse requires the
A/B.
tools shown on page 12.
ORDER OF ASSEMBLY
Place the components as shown on the illustration
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and assemble in the order shown in the pictures. Do
Place the components as shown on the
not tighten the nuts fully until the entire sub-frame
illustration and assemble in the order shown
has been assembled.
in the pictures. Do not tighten the nuts
completely until the front gable construction
has been assembled.
DOORS AND WINDOWS Page 13:
For easier assembly, we recommend that you oil the
(Fastening to the base).
screws for the doors. The glass or polycarbonate for
When constructing your own base you have
the door(s) and windows must be fitted at the same
to drill holes (7 mm) in the ground frame
time as the profiles.
between all the vertical frames, the greenhouse
is then fastened to the base with screws (A).
FITTING OF GLASS/POLYCARBONATE
Using an original base the greenhouse is
Important before assembly!
fastened to each vertical bar as shown on
Make sure that the gables and sides are level
and square and that door(s) and window(s) are drawing B/C.
functioning perfectly.
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The best order of assembly for the glass or
For an easier assembly we recommend that you
polycarbonate is as follows:
oil the screws for the doors.
Windows - Roof - Doors - Gables - Sides
Fitting of glass/polycarbonate
GLASS INSTALLATION
Important before glazing!
Degrease the sheets and frames with spirit.
Start glazing, one pane at a time. Apply a 3mm
silicone bead around the vertical frames as indicated
Make sure that gables and sides are level and
(the dotted lines on the illustration). (A 3mm bead of
square, and that door(s) and window(s) are
silicone is sufficient to ensure maximum adhesion).
functioning perfectly.
If you use more silicone than recommended, extra
tubes can be purchased.
Best order of assembly:
1) Windows – 2) Roof – 3) Doors – 4) Gables
If you accidentally break a pane, carefully pull the
– 5) Sides
broken glass outwards and loosen the silicone using
a sharp craft knife.
Clean the profile completely before inserting a new
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pane of glass.
Glazing (illustration 1 to 8)
Degrease the sheets and frames with spirit.
POLYCARBONATE INSTALLATION
Start glazing from below, one glass at a time.
The type designation states the length in
Apply a 3 mm silicone line on the vertical
millimetres. If adjustment is necessary, use a fine-
frames where indicated (dotted lines on
tooth saw.
the illustration). (A 3 mm line of silicone is
NB! To avoid the growth of algae, prevent the
polycarbonate sheets from coming into contact with sufficient to obtain maximum attachment). If
the ground by resting them on a sheet of cardboard.
you do use more than recommended, you can
buy extra tubes.
M-strips
Place the upper part of the strip under the
Spring wire clips and glassholders are to be
aluminium profile along the full length of the sheet
fitted as shown.
and then click the strip into position from above.
X = Spring wire clips, > = Glassholders
U-strips
Fit the strip to the sheet and adjust the length. In case of broken glass carefully pull it
outwards and loosen the silicone by means of a
If desired, the sheets may be sealed against insects.
sharp craft knife.
Seal the top using aluminium tape or silicone. The
Clean the profile completely before inserting a
bottom should only be sealed with air-strip tape to
new pane of glass.
allow condensation to escape (available from your
local dealer).
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Mounting of polycarbonate
The illustrations at the bottom of page 34/36
show where to mount the polycarbonate plates
and lists. The type indication states the length
in mm. A possible adjustment is made by
means of a fine-tooth saw.
NB! To avoid the formation of algae the
polycarbonate sheets must not come into
contact with the ground. Rest them on a piece
of cardboard.
A-lists are mounted as shown on page 35/37.
Put the sheet into the bottom list, bend the
sheet slightly outwards and put it in the top list.
M-lists are mounted as shown on page 35/37.
Place the upper part of the list under the alu.
profile in the whole length of the sheet and
hereafter click on the list from above.
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Your greenhouse is now fully assembled. However,
Sealing of the polycarbonate sheets
please note the following:
The sheets may be sealed against insects.
Close the top end off with alu-tape or silicone.
MAINTENANCE
The bottom only with airstrip tape to let
• Grease the doors (hinges and locks).
condensation out (available at your local
• Keep the gutters free from leaves, etc.
dealer).
• Adjust the windows as necessary.
• Replace any broken glass.
• Clean the greenhouse with disinfectant before
Now your greenhouse is completely assembled.
and after the growing season.
However, please notice the following:
WINTER PROTECTION
Maintenance
If you anticipate snow during the winter, we
• Grease doors (hinges and lock).
recommend the following winter precautions:
• Clean the gutter for leaves, etc.
• Support the apex of the roof in the middle.
• Adjustment of windows.
• Remove any deep snow from the roof.
• Replacement of broken glass.
• Take precautions to prevent snow falling from
a tree or roof, for example.
• Clean the house with disinfectant before
• Remove the cylinders for the automatic
and after the growing season.
window openers, if fitted (optional extras).
• Secure the door(s) and window(s) to prevent
Winter Protection
wind damage to the greenhouse.
In areas with occurrence of snow we
recommend the following winter protection:
WATER AND CONDENSATION
• Support the roof ridge at the centre of the
Please note that your greenhouse is not like a
house.
conservatory, for example, and that you should
therefore be aware that the greenhouse may leak
• Remove greater snow loads from the roof.
during or after precipitation and that condensation
• Take precautions against snow falling
will occur on the inside of the greenhouse. Good
down from for instance a tree or a roof.
ventilation will help prevent condensation.
• Dismount the cylinders for the automatic
window openers, if any (optional extras).
INSURANCE
• Secure door(s) and window(s) preventing
Please note that not all insurance companies cover
wind damage to the house.
greenhouses automatically. Please contact your
insurance company to ensure that your greenhouse
is covered. Insurance
Please note that not all insurance companies
GUARANTEE
cover glasshouses automatically. Please
Juliana greenhouses are covered by a 12-year
contact your insurance company to ensure an
guarantee, which covers the replacement or repair
insurance coverage.
of faulty parts. The guarantee does not cover
polycarbonate, glass, transport, assembly, freight,
Guarantee
etc.
Juliana grants a guarantee of 12 years which
Juliana greenhouses are covered by a two-year
warranty on painted parts, where fitted. Note that
covers replacement of faulty parts. The
marks on the paint may occur due to suspension of
guarantee does not cover polycarbonate, glass,
the profiles.
transport, assembly, freight etc.
The guarantee will be void if the greenhouse is not
Juliana grants a guarantee of 2 years on painted
assembled in accordance with these instructions.
parts, if any. Note that marks in the painting
may occur due to suspension of the profiles.
COMPLAINTS
The guarantee is invalid if the greenhouse is
All our greenhouses are built to the highest quality
not assembled according to these instructions.
standards. However, should you experience any
problems, please contact your dealer at once. When
describing the defect, please state the greenhouse
Complaints
model, the component number.
All our greenhouses are built to high standards
of quality. However, should a complaint
Any suspension marks or shiny ends on painted
occur please contact your dealer at once.
Juliana profiles will not be visible after the
Remember to specify the defect by indicating
greenhouse has been assembled.
the greenhouse model and number of the
component and the quality control number.
Congratulations on your new greenhouse, which we
hope will bring you a lot of pleasure for many years
to come.
Yours sincerely,
Juliana Drivhuse A/S
USA