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Dear Customer,
Please read ALL these instructions before assembly.
The assembly of your new Essential greenhouse requires no
technical knowledge. However it is important that the
assembly instructions are followed carefully.
All fixings are found in bags 2 to 10.
Extra fixings may be included in your kit.
Fix casement stays or auto vents with screw type SC004 and
using the pre fitted side vent as a guide.
Greenhouse Base Notes
Your greenhouse must be fixed onto a suitable base.
The base is not included however an optional steel base can
be purchased separately.
The following options are available:
Steel Base Coloured Black can be Purchased Separately
Concrete Plinth
The measurements must match that of the base plan. A
suitable foundation on which to construct the base must be
laid depending on local ground conditions. Ensure the base is
square and level and diagonal measurements are equal.
Fixing Greenhouse to Base
Check that the structure is square, ensuring dimensions
across diagonals are even, before securing to the base.
Steel Base (refer to step 5)
Position a fixing bracket on the inside of the steel base and
using screw type SC125 fix through the bracket and into the
greenhouse cill.
Position and fix all the brackets supplied evenly around the
structure’s base.
Constructed Base (refer to step 14)
When fixing the structure down to a concrete plinth the
fixings for the base should be positioned proportionally
around the structure’s timber cill.
Use a 9mm HSS drill bit to drill through the timber cill. Drill
into the concrete plinth using an 8 x 150mm masonry drill to
a depth of 110mm from the top.
Tools Required for Assembly
PZ2 Screwdriver
Electric Screwdriver (Optional)
Drill
8 x 150mm Masonry Drill Bit
7mm and 9mm HSS Bit
A Clamp When Fixing Sections Together
(Recommended)
Spirit Level
Tape Measure
Assembling Gables and Side Walls
IMPORTANT: When building the gables and side walls,
ensure the back of the components are always flush. This
is to ensure when glazing the glass fits without any
problems.
Roof Vent
Fix casement stays or autovents with screw type SC004 and
using the pre fitted side vent as a guide.
Glazing Notes (
Refer to Step 15)
Prior to glazing, remove the pre fitted cappings on the sides
and ends, noting their positions.
We recommend 2 people for glazing the structure.
Safety goggles and gloves are required when handling glass.
Low Threshold (refer to step 29)
If you choose to fit this, a clear mastic sealant can be applied
along its length at ground level. Also anti-slip tape (PT705) is
supplied and can be applied along its length.
Caring for Your Greenhouse
Clean the gutter for leaves, etc.
Remove greater snow loads from roof.
Take precautions against snow falling down from for
instance a tree or a roof.
Secure door and windows preventing wind damage.
Cedar Wood Information
Cedar is prone to absorption of moisture to attain balance
with the surrounding atmosphere.
As a result this moisture can track to the inside of the
greenhouse particularly in the areas that are subject to the
greatest weathering. Because of the fibre structure of the
cedar it will also dry very quickly which often will leave a mark
where the extractives have been released. These extractives
are the oils naturally present in the cedar that make it
resistant to rot.
As the wood weathers it gradually changes colour, the first
stage is the darkening of the wood as water soluble
extractives are drawn to the surface. In time this trend
reverses and the wood gradually turns silver grey.
Insurance
Please note that insurance companies usually cover
greenhouses automatically. Contact your insurance company
to confirm your cover.
Guarantee
Growhouse grants a guarantee of 10 years which covers
replacement of faulty parts. The guarantee does not cover
glass, transport, assembly, freight, etc.
Growhouse grants a guarantee of 2 years on painted parts.
Note that marks in the painting may occur due to suspension
of the profiles.
The guarantee is invalid if the greenhouse is not assembled
according to these instructions.
Complaints
All our greenhouses are built to high standards of quality.
However should a complaint occur please contact your
dealer.
Optional Extras
Steel Base
Autovent
Louvre Vent
Benching
Shelving
Blinds
Waterbutt
Please visit our website for more details on the above
products: www.gabrielash.com
Summary of Contents for essential Series
Page 1: ...gabriel ash essential range...
Page 6: ...base plan for concrete plinth if greenhouse purchased without steel base...
Page 8: ...1 assemble door end gable W005 50 W005 51 SC156 x 4 SC156 x 4 flush...
Page 10: ...SC057 AL3300 SC125 1 assemble door end gable I II III IV...
Page 12: ...2 assemble complete plain end gable 6 house in same manner as door end W002 55...
Page 13: ...2 assemble plain end gable 8 house SC056 x 8 W003 57 W003 58 W003 59 W002 08 W002 55...
Page 14: ...2 assemble complete plain end gable 8 house in same manner as door end W002 55 W002 55...
Page 17: ...SC056 SC156 SC156 Please Note Ensure shaded faces are flush SC056 3 assemble side walls...
Page 18: ...4 fix door end gable to side wall and position on base SC156 x 4...
Page 19: ...5 fix plain end gable and second side wall and fix to steel base if applicable A SC125 A A A...
Page 21: ...SC027 x 2 AL3300 8 fix ridge board to gables SC125 x 4 6ft SA5040 8ft SA5041 10ft SA5042...
Page 23: ...11 fix roof spars to ridge and side walls SC125 SC125...
Page 25: ...14 fix greenhouse down to concrete plinth if applicable SC058 WA501 FX200...
Page 26: ...six house glass chart door end and side walls...
Page 27: ...six house glass chart plain end and roof panels...
Page 28: ...eight house glass chart door end and side walls...
Page 29: ...eight house glass chart plain end and roof panels...
Page 32: ...W304 04 half capping SC125 W303 04 capping 18 glaze the sides I II III IV...
Page 40: ...30 fit staple to door and hasp to door aperture upright if required SC004 x 2 SC125 x 2...
Page 41: ...I PT201 3mm PT203 SC125 SC121 II III IV V VI VII 31 fit downpipes and shoes...