8.
Use a rubber mallet to tap a pre-assembled 2' END PANEL into the open
channel of a CORNER making sure the
cross support
sits under the PLATFORM
SUPPORT on the 4' side panel (
Fig. 2 & 3
) and screw holes align. Make sure
the top of the 2' END PANEL sits ⅛
" above the top of the CORNER and is fully
seated inside, then secure with PHILLIPS SCREWS. Secure
cross support
and
PLATFORM SUPPORT as shown. Repeat to attach the remaining 2’ END PANEL
to the other end.
9.
Place the other 4’ side panel on a flat surface. Carefully guide the 2’ END
PANELS of your partially assembled box into the open channels of the
CORNERS. Secure with PHILLIPS SCREWS. Once all PANELS are attached, stand
your Planter Box right side up and tap a CORNER CAP into the top of each
aluminum CORNER.
IV. Filling and Planting
Fill/refill your Planter Box with a lightweight mix designed for self-watering containers, such as our Organic Self-Watering
Potting Mix. Add some compost and a slow-release fertilizer for best results.
Avoid using a heavy garden soil as it may
overload your planter.
Press the potting mix into the channels in RESERVOIR TOPS to ensure good water-soil contact. Fill the
RESERVOIRS. While plants are getting established, or in higher temperatures, be sure to also water regularly from the top.
II. Self-Watering System Assembly
2.
Link RESERVOIRS with CONNECTING TUBE, and
check for a tight fit. Be sure to slide tube fully over each
connector port. Add water and check for any leaks.
2.
Rest RESERVOIRS on PLATFORM
SUPPORTS with open connector
ports facing.
1.
Seal one connector port on
each RESERVOIR with a CAP.
4.
Remove perforated
circle in
ONE
RESERVOIR TOP to
create a hole for the
FILL TUBE.
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5.
Install RESERVOIR TOPS and place WOODEN SPACER between RESERVOIRS to fill the gap and
protect the CONNECTING TUBE. Then insert the adjustable FILL TUBE. (Be sure to set it above your
desired soil planting line). Once placed, then insert WATER LEVEL INDICATOR, bulb end down. You
may need to trim indicator.
Note: The WATER LEVEL INDICATOR should rise up when reservoirs are
full. The bulb end, however, may become caught under the FILL TUBE during filling. If this happens,
gently jostle it free.
PLEASE
RECYCLE
The attached
cross support
sits underneath
the PLATFORM
SUPPORT.
Figure 3
4' SIDE PANEL
2' END PANEL
PLATFORM
SUPPORT
SCREW
