Hobby Gardener ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Hobby Gardener 74131_EN Backyard Living Source, Inc www.riongreenhouse.
Safety First t Please read these Assembly Instructions completely before assembly and keep them in your records so you can refer to them if you wish to add options or make repairs. t The instructions in this manual lead you through each step in the assembly process. It is important for you to follow them closely. t We recommend that you use gloves during assembly. t Hobby Gardener is not responsible for the misuse of tools or parts.
Introduction Congratulations on purchasing an EcoGrow. We are certain that it will give you many happy years of pleasure in your garden. Hobby Gardener 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. Easy assembly methods eliminate the need for tools or special expertise. Connect the specified parts.
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.
Identify Greenhouse Parts Because of the Greenhouse modularity, you may purchase additional HGM double Middles to fit your needs. Note: HGM single Middles are also available. Take a minute to make sure you have everything you need. Note: Do not proceed with assembly if any parts are missing. The part code is stamped on each connector. Profiles are listed in order by size, largest to smallest. Panels are identified with stickers. Exact dimensions can be found in the packing list.
The drawings in this manual are designed for the greenhouse owner who has purchased a Greenhouse 8’ x 8’, which consists of one front unit (HGF), and one back unit (HGB) and one HGM (Middle) unit. If you have purchased additional Middles the instructions are indicated in the text.
Pa r t C od e Fr ont B ack M i ddl e D es cr i pti on D1 1 1 0 Side Cap D2 1 0 2 Middle Cap PN1 4 6 4 Wall Panel - (59.7 x 118.3 cm / 1' 11½” x 3’109⁄16”) PN2 0 0 4 Lower Roof Panel - (60.5 x 66.7 cm / 1' 1113⁄16” x 2’2¼”) PN2A 2 2 0 Lower Roof Panel (side) - (61.7 x 66.7 cm / 2' 5⁄16” x 2’2¼”) PN5L 1 1 0 Side Panel (Left) - (58.1 x 44.9 cm / 1' 107⁄8” x 1’511⁄16”) PN5R 1 1 0 Side Panel (Right) - (58.1 x 44.
P a r t C od e Fr ont B a ck M i dd l e D es cr i pti on GT1 1 1 0 Pin and Glazing Tool SF 1 1 1 Soft Foam Roof Insulation (roll) Latch 2 0 0 Inner Door Latch 7218 2 0 0 Latch Addaptor 7216 2 0 0 Left Door Hinge 7215 2 0 0 Right Door Hinge 7217 6 0 0 Hinge Base 7273 1 0 0 Hendle holder 7272 1 0 0 Door Holder 7224 22 0 0 M6 x 80 Bolt 4016 4 0 0 M6 x 20 Bolt 466 21 0 0 M6 Flange Nut 7279 5 0 0 M6 Nylock Nut 425 4 0 0 Washer 423 8 0
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: If you are using a modular base or other foundation option (see page 3) assemble the base on a flat surface (such as a driveway or a garage) and them move it into position when you are done. Slide the SR1 profiles into the two B2 frame profiles that will be used for the doorway.
Secure the Frame to the Foundation Make sure you have the proper hardware before beginning this step. (See page 3.) Note: If you are using a modular base and filler you may assemble the greenhouse on a hard surface and move it to its final position when you have finished. Make sure that there are no obstructions between the assembly area and the final position. Rion Resin Greenhouse Base, Wood Deck, or Treated Foundation Insert screws into the frame connector holes and secure them to the base.
Assemble the Roof Pediments Put ST7 couplers on the PN8R and PN8L pediment panel halves as shown. The tops of each coupler are trimmed to match the angle of the panel. Note: The outside surface of the panels have special UV protection, indicated by the logo and the plastic identification strip. Remove plastic ID strips as panels are locked in place. Slide the two pediment panel halves together. Assemble the left half of the front pediment. Attach the E12 profile to the 09 connector.
Back Pediment Put ST7 couplers on the PN8R and PN8L pediment panel halves with the ID plastic strip facing out. The tops of each coupler are trimmed to match the angle of the panel. Slide the two pediment panel halves together. Assemble all parts of the back pediment except for the 7A connector and the R8 profile and slide the assembled PN8R/PN8L pediment panel into the open space of the pediment. Complete the back pediment, taking advantage of the flexibility of the profiles.
Assemble Roof Framework Note: Assemble the roof in an area not too far away from the completed base. First assemble the first arch. Slip one end of the CAB40 cable through the 6 mm (¼") channel on the underneath side of the 5A connector. You may use the GT1 pin and glazing tool to assist you. The cable does not go through the central hole of the connector. Screw an AS70 screw using the AW5 Allen wrench through the CAB40 cable and the pin holes in both sides of the connector.
Cover the Greenhouse Roof Step in the framework of the lower window to reach the top of the roof conveniently. Place RA1 glazing elements on the top of the roof by placing one end in the top channel and pushing it down along the length of the profile. Important: In order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements fully and completely, using soapy water, as explained on page 2. Place RB1, RB4, and RB6 glazing elements along the arches where shown.
Place RD1 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. Important: In order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements fully and completely, using soapy water, as explained on page 2.
Lock the sides of the Roof Vents and the PN40 using RC5 glazing elements. Make sure that the end of the RC glazing elements are in line with the bottom of the RD elements. Finish locking the panels into place by placing RC3 glazing elements across the top of the roof. Important: In order to maintain the life of your greenhouse, it is essential to insert glazing elements fully and completely, using soapy water, as explained on page 2. Snap the roof caps in place on the top rib intersections.
Making sure that the plastic ID strip faces out, slide a PN2A panel in the lower RD1 element. Bend the panel until it enters the upper RD1 element. Continue with the rest of the PN2 and PN2A panels. Lock the lower panels into place using RC1 glazing elements. Make sure that the end of the RC glazing elements are in line with the bottom of the RD elements. Note: You may now remove the plastic ID strips from the panels.
Cover the Walls Put the R1 round profiles in place. Insert two pins in each R1 profile to lock them in place. Do not insert pins in the inner (panel) channels. Add the E1 oval profiles until the frame is completed. Secure the E1 profiles with pins. Take a PN1 panel with the plastic ID strip facing out, and put the panel in place by gently curving it so that it enters the side channels of the columns. Lower the panel towards the frame and insert the lower end into the frame channels.
Raise the Roof Make sure that the roof is in the same orientation as the base and door. Lift the roof from both edges and walk through the door towards the back wall. Note: You will need the help of another person for a short while to lift the roof and put it in place. Place the roof on the columns and circle around the greenhouse and insert the first 1 cm (½") of the roof connectors into the columns. Panel by panel, circle around the greenhouse and lower the roof into place.
Seal Panels Take the roll of GF sealer, divide it as shown, and pull out enough for one side of a PN1 panel. Note: If the GF Sealer is not divided it will not fit in the channel of the column profile. Cut it to length. Align it with the channel of the column profile with the double ridge facing the panel. Push it in to seal the panel using the GT1 glazing tool if needed. Repeat for the other PN1 panels and the panels in the front and back pediments.
Assemble the Doors Assemble the profiles and connectors of the lower portion of the doors. Use the DoorH33 handle where shown on the left door. Put the PN124 panel in place with the plastic ID strip facing outwards. Assemble the upper portion of the door. Put the PN123 panel in place with the plastic ID strip E101 facing outwards.
Seal the Door A=B A B B A GF GF GF GF GF GF 21
Hang the Doors Remove all pins where screws are needed, using the glazing tool.
Seal the Doors 1 DSN DSN 1 DSN DSN 2 DSN DSN 2 DSN DSN DSN 23
Assemble Door Latches Remove all pins where screws are needed, using the glazing tool.
Attach Door Holder 1 pin1 2 7273 7281 Holding the doors open: 25
Final Touches Go inside your new Greenhouse and seal any gaps between the PN2 pieces of SF soft foam insulation 2.5 cm (1") long, remove the adhesive backing, and place where shown, making sure that the area is clean and dry. easy to clean and maintain. Put this manual in a safe place so you can refer to it if you decide to add options or need to make a repair.
Warranty 1. Warranty Coverage Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Rion Ltd. warrants that the greenhouse covered by this warranty (the "Greenhouse" or the "Product") is warranted to the original purchaser only ("Purchaser") against damage or breakage caused, through normal use for the purpose intended by Rion Ltd. and in accordance with its instructions, by any defects in material or workmanship for the following periods: (a) With respect to the Product's structure (i.e.
