Gabriel Ash essential Series, Manual

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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:
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Steel Base Coloured Black can be Purchased Separately
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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)
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Drill
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8 x 150mm Masonry Drill Bit
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7mm and 9mm HSS Bit
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A Clamp When Fixing Sections Together
(Recommended)
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Spirit Level
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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
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Clean the gutter for leaves, etc.
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Remove greater snow loads from roof.
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Take precautions against snow falling down from for
instance a tree or a roof.
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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