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Monticello MONT-24-AL-MOJAVE Use and Care Manual

1. f A F Eunos cord 8 1B Hook one end of bungee cord into top hole in B 4 connector on each side 0 a 33 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 8 2A Working from back right corner remove plastic film from both sides of one W 8 panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside fit top end of panel into channel in R 1 roof ridge near corner Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end rests on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 7 corner profile Repeat to install W panel in back left corner 8 2B FitoneF 1 profile next to right panel F 1 profile reste against widest part of roof ridge and lines up with top of gutter 8 2C From inside hold profile in place with one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt assemblies as shown 9 NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 8 2D Repeat step amp 2B through 8 2C to secure install and secure F 1 profile on left side 8 2E Hold two profiles together at ridge using one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt assembies NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 34 of 51
2. 6 3A Work from outside to add B 1 connectors in the same position as inside Loosen T bolts on profiles and adjust position to fit holes in B 1 connectors Fit B 1 connector to profiles 6 3B Secure each B 1 connector as shown JL m All 3 si E GI EI O 4 n Mes E Connector QTY 0 B 1 3 NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE J l s2c 12 29 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 6 4 Continue working from outside to install panels a shown Remove plastic film from both sides of two W 3 and two W 4 panels Fit each panel into channel in profiles placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE WARNING The corners of W 3 and W 4 panels are sharp Use extreme caution when handling NOTE Panels will not fit completely to end of channels There will be some space to allow for temperature changes 6 5A From outside fit F 7 profiles into each side of back side fits against cut angle of F 5 profile One end touches top of gutter and top end touches edge of F 2 center profile Position both F 7 profiles 6 5B Use C 1 connector with three T bolt assemblies to secure each outside corner Make sure all profiles line up flush against each
3. 12 6B Connect wires to Solar Fanel Push the wires to the inside of the greenhouse leaving enough wire on the outside to connect NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE 12 6C Measure over to the thermostat with the wire You will This wire to This wire need to cut the positive wire Look at the solar panel Solar Panel to Fan connectors to determine the positive wire You will hook the positive wire coming in from the solar panel to the top lug of the thermostat The other wire will be attached to the bottom lug NOTE you are only breaking one leg of the circuit Thermostat Control Unit with Cover removed 12 6D Continue the wire over to the fan and attach to the wires of the fan with the two wire nuts provided If it runs backwards reverse wires WWW RSIWW COM 50 of 51 12 6 OPTIONAL CHARGE CONTROLLER AND BATTERY For accurate wiring using charge controller and battery refer to the wiring diagram provided with the charge controller L gt J Charge Controller Battery sT NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE ZE 51 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM
4. 5 5C Secure with two bolts Ensure height to base is 68 barrel latch is on outside Loosen set screws on ends of F 5 profile and adjust position to fit holes in B 2 connector Connector 2 W 3 2 s 2c 24 x 15 5 6 Remove plastic film from both sides of two W 5 panels Fit each panel into channels in profiles placing side WARNING The corners of W 5 panels are sharp Use extreme caution when handling marked UV Resistant facing outside NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 5 7 From inside add connectoaB 7 to each corner Secure each with two S 2C caps IMPORTANT Bolt track of F 6 front profile is lower than bolt track of G 1 gutter profile S NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 27 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 5 8A From outside fit F 7 profiles into each side of front Begin with either side Arrange F 7 profile so channel lines up with tops of panels The side of the profile rests against cut angle of F profile The top end touches edge of F 4 center profile and bottom end touches top of G 1 gutter Position both F 7 profiles NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE 06 dl Mi 5 8
5. gt n Mojave Edition Made in the USA Monticello Gr 8 x 24 Greenhouse Assembly Instructions 041315V Riverstone Green Products for a Brighter Future Customer Service 877 373 3078 Email customerservice rsiww com 65 Fleetwood Drive Rockaway NJ 07866 After Hours Helpline 443 574 4764 Thank you for choosing the Monticello Greenhouse Program Thank You for your Purchase We want to thank you for your purchase of the Monticello Greenhouse We appreciate your support of our American Made Greenhouses The Monticello is designed for the average homeowner no special degrees are needed The time to assemble depends on the weather skills options and number of helpers you have in the process All the pieces are cut to size and should fit snug BUT if something is not working please reach out to our help lines so we can make sure that there are no delays in the process We are not only employees of Riverstone but owners of Monticello Greenhouses and can help you through the process and hopefully keep the frustration levels down if a question comes up We would like to take a moment to remind you as the new owner of a Monticello Greenhouse few things to increase the life of your greenhouse Make sure that all your roof vents are closed and tied down with the included bungee balls during high winds This would be a 25 mph gusting wind and up This will help prevent air getting into the M
6. BACK IMPORTANT Position P 2A and P 2B profiles at back of greenhouse T bolt Placement Code E T bolte used steps 1 4A and 1 4B T bolte used in steps 2 through 10 T bolts used in step 11 FRONT 10 of 51 1 3A Make certain side profiles are straight and flush Adjust position of T bolts in inner bolt track at front of profile to fit holes in B 5 connector Center connector over seam for maximum hold Secure using four S 2C caps Repeat on outer bolt gA track to install eleven remaining B 5 connectors at back and sides Ke IMPORTANT One B 5 connector is installed on inside front Remaining B 5 connectors are installed on outside back and sides B 8 corner connectors are installed on inside NOTE Connector size is not shown proportionally in this drawing IMPORTANT Double check the position and amount of unused T bolts in the base You should have 53 available for later assembly 1 3B Make certain corners line up and are flush Adjust position of T bolts in inner bolt track to fit holes in B 8 connector Secure with four S 2C caps Repeat until each corner is secure 1 4A Measure base diagonally from inside corner Equal measurements ensure the base is square Use a spirit level to make sure the b
7. 19 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Assemble Left Wall T Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Continue working from inside back left corner Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 1 panel Fit panel into channel in base and corner profile placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature To ensure proper placement use the 23 1 8 inch spacer included with the tools 4 1B Place 23 1 8 inch spacer on base next to F 7 corner profile Fit panel into channel in F 1 profile and slide F 1 profile against spacer to ensure W 1 proper placement NOTE Panels will not fit completely to end of channels There will be some space to allow for temperature changes 4 1C Use B 3 connector with T bolt assembly plus an S 2C cap as shown to secure to base NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 4 1D Continue building the side wall from the inside Use the spacer with each panel and the ten remaining F 1 profiles And W 1 panels Repeat steps 4 1A through 4 1C 4 2 Remove plastic film and add the last W 1 panel to complete the side From the outside fit F 7 corner profile into place and use two B 3 connec
8. 5 Bungee Cord Gutter Drain QTY Ge G 3 4 Step 8 12 Step 11 12 Step 11 QTY 5 Step 8 WWW RSIWW COM List of Parte continued Fan Parts H 6 1 Step 12 H 7 1 Step 12 H 8 1 Step 12 H 9 1 Steps 12 Fan Parts QTY s v H 1 2 Step 12 S p H 2 2 Step 12 H 3 2 Step 12 EN EN H 4 2 Step 12 v Un H 5 4 Step 12 H 10 10 Steps 12 e 11 8 Steps 12 Using T Bolts IMPORTANT This greenhouse is assembled using a unique fastening system The parts are attached to each other using connectors fastened with a rectangular headed bolt referred to as a T bolt and secured with a 2 SC cap In this manual you will prepare only the profiles required for each section This includes installing T bolte in the locations needed for the entire assembly The T bolts with connectors and S 2C bolts secure the profiles in place A W C N uw Oday On horizontal profiles the T bolts may be slotted into the profile from the end slid into position then then locked in place by using included T 5 screwdriver Try installing a few T bolts to determine how tightly you will need to turn them so they remain locked in place even if the profiles are knocked around dur
9. 2A and P 2B The bottoms may have sharp edges near the drilled holes The cut edges on the corners of these profiles are sharp IMPORTANT Make sure the base fits properly on your foundation If not stop and fix your foundation FRONT _ IMPORTANT Position P 2A and P 2B profiles at back of greenhouse MOV 9 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Install T bolts into inside and outside bolt tracks as shown below Some of the T bolts are secured in this step Most are secured in later steps Pay careful attention to ensure you have the correct number of T bolts in the correct bolt track in each profile The profiles have different amounts of T bolts on the inside and outside bolt tracks IMPORTANT When assembling base make sure the profiles are straight and flush against each other Secure profiles together and ensure corners are square The diagonal measurements on inside corners should be equal Secure corners to desired foundation until assembly is completed We recommend using a two by four platform NOTE Instructions identify twenty T bolts necessary for securing to ground in step 11 Connector WWW RSIWW COM THH
10. 9 screw Strech spring and attach other side to T bolt on F profile Secure with S 2C cap a D 10 6B Close left door and repeat step 10 6 A to install spring on other door The springs will pull the doors closed Connector Connector NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 45 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Oecure to Platform Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles 11 1 The base has predrilled holes in the inside and outside bolt channels making it easy to secure your greenhouse to a wood platform Use one S 4 wood screw in each hole in the base Screw through the wood platform S until each screw is flush with base profile Continue process around outside and inside until greenhouse is evenly secured LO a NOTE The 5 4 screw is designed to be used with wood When securing base to foundations made of materials other than wood use an appropriate fastener Use twelve A 1 ground anchors with twelve 2 anchor brackets on the inside of the greenhouse to secure it to the ground Place one on each side at the front center and back 11 2A Attach anchor bracket with two T bolts in the inside
11. Prepare two F 10 profiles Slide four S 1 1 connectors into bolt tracks on F 10 profiles a t SS Ne E Connector 17 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 3 4A Place F 10 profile on W 7 panel Make sure profile fits snugly between F back profile and 1 and one S 2C cap as shown 3 4B Secure B 2 with three T bolt assemblies and one S 2C cap as shown r wall profile W 1 4 11 C FI h cina BR Te 3 4D Fit W 9 panel into channel in F 10 Profile about 5 from profile Adjust both so panel is top of F 1 profile snug and lines up with top E of W 1 Profiles Ww rotile m W 1 W 1 E W 1 IN M w7 NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Wm 3 4E Secure B 2 with three T bolt assemblies 3 4F Working from outside repeat steps 3 4B and 3 4 E to install B 2 connectors on F 1 profiles WWW RSIWW COM 4 x 24 18 of 51 The two sets of F 6 and F 10 profiles fit on top of W 1 panels Line up bottom bolt id channels with top edge of F 1 and F 7 vertical profiles Profiles will fit snugly r I 3 5A Working from inside right corner pla
12. amp 7D through amp 7F to install next two W amp panels and F 1 profiles Connector WWW RSIWW COM 38 of 51 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Continue working from back to install section seven Remove plastic film from both sides of one W amp panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install next panel at A slight angle on left If necessary W 10 222 loosen the previous B 4 connector and profile and move them towards the back of the greenhouse to make more room to fit panel in place W 8 NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 10 panel It will be installed opposite the W panel installed in From outside position panel with extended ledge profile at outside top Install panel at slight angle sliding all the way into profile Fit other end into opposite profile If necessary apply slight pressure to bend panel and snap into place Remove plastic film from both sides of second W 10 panel and repeat step 8 9B to install in second section from back right 8 8D Remove plastic film from both sides of second W 10 panel and repeat step 8 8B to install in fouth section from back left NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE Remove plastic film from both sides of second W 10 panel and repeat step 8 9B to install in sixth section from back right d S 8 8F R
13. opener with arm A on bottom factory assembled vents With side labeled inside vent align with center mark Face inside facing up lay panel Mark screw placement Using S 1 on flat clean surface Measure and mark center of vent screw apply pressure to puncture the panel and predrill holes for next step V 4 Center line for Arm A 41 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 9 2C Screw two 9 1 screws through V 4 panel Line up gripping channel on other side Continue to screw until secure Do not over tighten as it may damage the vent 9 2D Repeat steps 9 2A through 9 2C to prepare four more vents Connector Gripping Channel NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 9 3A From inside hold Window Opener closed against vent Slide vent at an angle through opening in roof panels Hook top lip of vent onto curve in ridge profile R 1 NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE NOTE VIEWS FROM FRONT 9 3B Outside of vent rests on top of ledge on W 10 profile Open vent to attach the other arm of opener to top of inside W 10 profile Fosition with arm overlapping trim so adjusting screw can move freely Screw two 5 1 screws through panel and into gripping channel on other side to secure Do not over tighten as it may damage the vent NOTE Make sure arm A overlaps al
14. or replacement is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made Riverstone Industries may in lieu of repair or replacement choose to refund the purchase price for such product or part Limited warranty service will be performed solely by dealers or service agents of Riverstone Industries authorized to provide limited warranty services 1 0f 51 WWW RSIWW COM Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Mojave Edition Monticello Greenhouse The Monticello line is proudly made in the USA by a leading commercial greenhouse maker using the same professional grade materials and design The frame ie constructed with the highest quality extruded aluminum with lead free powder coated paint The panels are professional grade mm twin wall polycarbonate selected for their insulation and durability The List of Parts has the corresponding step number referenced to each part so you can easily prepare for each step We recommend placing all parte in one staging area Lay out parte by size and shape Use the List of Parte to identify the part numbers for profiles and panels We have not labeled the parts with stickers to avoid removing them during assembly Our greenhouse has been designed to be easily assembled Although all but one step can be completed by one person we recommend using a helper for the entire assembly You will need assistance from another person to assemble the roof If you have never assembled a greenhouse before make it a weeke
15. soil sod or gravel NOTE When constructing the greenhouse on a wood deck make certain the surface is level Creating an additional wood platform is not necessary Puy pressure treated 2x4 lumber You will use two layers with the corner positions staggered for maximum strength The finished dimensions will be 101 by 29534 Materiales Tools Four 10 pressure treated 2x4 lumber cut to 9712 Spirit Level Four 14 pressure treated 2x4 lumber uncut at 168 Corner Square Four 14 pressure treated 2x4 lumber cut to 12414 Phillips Screwdiver One hundred and ten 8 3 wood screws Power Drill recommended Make sure each corner is square and then secure one corner with wood screws Move to the diagonal corner make sure it is square and then secure with wood 5 Screws you continue to secure the 2x4 wood platform continue to make certain the corners are square and the frame is level Secure wood platform every two feet with wood screws Make certain to tighten screws into the wood platform until they are flush with the surface NOTE The illustrations throughout the manual are shown without a foundation WWW RSIWW COM 4 of 51 List of Parts WARNING Profiles with cut edges and or drilled holes are sharp Use extreme caution when handling The greenhouse is shipped in multiple cartons These cartons are heavy Use care when lifting them Some parte have sharp edges Use extreme c
16. tracks and position as shown n 5 4B Place one end of F 4 profile against F 5 profile on flat level surface Center F 4 profile to F 5 profile Insert a T bolt assembly into the top slot of the B 2 place the B 2 in position and adjust T bolts to fit B 2 connector Secure with two additional S 2C caps 9 2 ie 81 Ier Ior 22 umm 22 560mm 560mm IMPORTANT F 4 profile is centered to F 5 profile and secured on inside with B 2 connector 5 4C Prepare D 7 latch Fit 5 5 bolts in holes in D 7 5 4D Turn profiles over and place on flat latch Line up with S 2A and S 2D nuts under surface Slide D 7 latch into bolt latch Screw together Do not tighten track of F 4 profile and slide to bottom where two profiles meet P Profile OTY Connector Connector QTY O NNN WWW RSIWW COM 26 of 51 5 5A Working from inside remove plastic film from both sides of two W 3 panels Fit each panel into channels in profiles placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside
17. 8 3A Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 8 panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install the next panel on the right at the back Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end reste on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 1 profile at back Repeat to install W amp panel on left NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 8 3B Fit one F 1 profile next to panel Fit lower end into B 4 connector and secure with one T bolt assembly as shown Repeat to install F 1 profile on opposite side NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 8 3C Hold two profiles together at ridge using one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt assembies NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Connector 35 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 8 4A Return to back to install section three and remove bungee cord nearest to back Remove plastic film from both sides of one W panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install the next panel on the left at the back Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end rests on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 1 profile at back NOTE W 10 panels are installed in step 8 8 8 4B From inside hold profile in place with one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt assemblies as shown 8 4C Hold two profiles together in place at ridge using
18. B Use C 1 connector with three T bolt assemblies to secure each outside corner Make sure all profiles line up flush against each other Repeat on other side NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE 5 8C Check inside corners to ensure B 7 connector is still in proper position If it needs adjusting repeat steps 5 7 and 5 8C through 5 8D until each corner is set NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Profile WWW RSIWW COM 28 of 51 Assemble Back Gable T Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles 6 1A Working from inside place F 2 profile on F 1 profile Make sure profiles are straight 6 1B Secure to B 1 connector with one T bolt assembly __ o _ Se MEE Profile 6 2 From inside add connector B 7 to each corner Secure each with two S 2C caps a 1 o IMPORTANT Bolt track of F 6 front profile is lower than bolt track of G 1 gutter profile Connector
19. ase is level 1 4B Locate predrilled holes in base profiles Use six S 4 screws one at each corner and one in the center of each side to secure to wood platform You will secure the greenhouse completely to the platform in step 11 1 when assembly is finished 11 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Assemble Right Wall Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Make certain the pieces in the correct positions before securing 2 1A Place F 7 corner profile on base fitting panel into channel Use two B 3 connectors with T bolt assemblies as shown to secure to base 2 1B Working from outside begin at a front right corner Remove plastic 7 film from both sides of one W 1 panel Fit panel into channel in base placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside The panels will help hold the profiles up during assembly NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 2 2A Continue working from inside Remove plastic IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract film from both sides of one W 1 panel Fit panel depending on the temperature To ensure proper into channel in base and corner profile placing je use the 23 1 8 inch spacer included with the tools side marked UV Resistant facing outside 2 2B Place 23 1 8 inch spacer on base next to F 7 c
20. at Uis cce 1 level surface 2 Dispose of all plastic bags safely Keep them out of the Safety CWI Ge 3 reach of small children General Order of Assembly 3 Keep children and pets away from the assembly area until Construct Wood Platform 4 the work is completed 5 Always Wear Work shoes gloves and safety goggles When Working Using lt 8 Some of the parts have sharp edges and burs Use extreme Assemble Base Sa aaa E D EE 9 caution when handling PARAR Do not lean against or push the greenhouse during assembly o rn WS X pP EE 2 Take special care not to touch overhead power lines with the BIS EROR Welland Gable dE 23 O 5 MA Assemble Back Gable 29 Do not attempt to assemble the greenhouse in windy or wet Assemble Roof Ridge 31 Assemble cues cere en 33 a your greenhouse in an area exposed to Msta Roo 41 i Assemble and Install Doors 43 f using power tools or a step ladder always follow the 46 manufacturer s safety instructions installs solar Panel 47 Hot items such as recently used grills blow torches etc must not be stored in the greenhouse Store the polycarbonate panels in a cool dark place such as a garage until you are ready to use
21. aution when handling Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and safety goggles Keep children and pets away until assembly is complete Finish assembling the roof in one session Do not leave the roof unattended until it is completely assembled Place all like parts together in a staging area Prepare for each step according to instructions in this manual 5 of 51 If any parts are missing or damaged before beginning assembly contact Riverstone Customer Service at 877 373 3078 email customerservice rsiww com or After Hours Helpline 443 574 4764 Profile QTY Profile QTY lt 23 ZR F 10 2 Step3 G 1 4 Steps 2 4 ENS G 2 10 Ste ps 24 NI 1 4 Steps 1 P 1B 4 Steps 1 P 2A 4 Steps 1 amp Pa 2 4 Steps 1 5 R 1 2 Steps 1 A R 1E 4 Steps 7 WWW RSIWW COM List of Parts continued QTY WARNING Use extreme caution when handling L7 E 1 4 Step 10 panels with cut edges The corners are sharp 2 Profile QTY Step 10 W 1 29 234 E 3 2 Step 10 W 8 19 Step 8 E l 24 x 57 i 6872 gt ll 24 x 57 a W 10 5 Steps 8 isa Connecto
22. bolt channels in base profile Secure with two S 2C caps Repeat to install eleven remaining brackets 11 2B Insert A 1 ground anchor through hole in center of A 2 bracket Place a screw driver through the top of 1 anchor to screw completely into soil Repeat to install eleven remaining ground anchors Make certain all are properly secured in ground SN Bracket WWW RSIWW COM 46 of 51 Install Fan and Solar Panel Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles T Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing 12 1A Working from inside fit H 8 fan over 5 11 bolts in F 10 profiles 8 NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE pa gt D 1 W 9 12 1B Secure with 5 20 nut and S 5B washer EIE r EH 1 V Side View Connectors 12 2A Working from inside install two T bolts into track lock into place Fit H 7 thermostat on T bolts NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Thermostat 47 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 12 3A Working on the ground line 12 3B Working from outside insert up holes in H 1 brackets with four T b
23. ce F 6 profile with mitered end next to corner and angled edge facing up onto corner W 1 panel F 6 profile fits snugly ae between F 7 corner profile and F amp 4 back profile 3 5B Continue along back wall Place first F 10 profile 3 5C Place second F 10 profile on next W 1 Align with F 6 profile panel and ensure it fits snugly between F 1 wall profile and F 8 back profile KY W 1 w Ah TE je NOTE ALL VIEWS FROM INSIDE 11 I 3 5D Place second F 6 profile with mitered end next to corner and angled edge facing onto corner ZU W 1 panel F 6 profile fits snugly between F 7 corner profile and F back profile 3 6A Insert eleven T bolt L assemblies in slots niis X in B 1 connectors i TW Fit B 1 connector to Lg profiles as shown 88 c Y I N 3 6B Secure B 1 connectors as shown a NOTE ALL VIEWS FROM INSIDE Profile qs d e
24. ce ladder in inside of greenhouse One person will stand on the ladder holding the ridge with screws FACING UP until itis in the proper position Turn over so bolts face down and secured in place 7 3B Make sure end of roof ridge is flush to profiles on front and back In some cases the corner points might need to be trimmed down if roof ridge is sitting on points See orange 7 4A Working from inside secure roof ridge to front end wall Loosen T bolts and adjust position to fit holes in B 7 connector Secure with two bolts 7 4B Repeat step 7 4A to secure back Connector NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 7 54 Working from outside ensure all pieces are still flush and secure roof ridge to front Loosen set screws and adjust position to fit holes in C 2 connector Secure with three bolts 7 5B Repeat step 7 5A to secure back Connector sr Co 2 NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 6 WWW RSIWW COM 32 of 51 Assemble Roof Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles The roof panels are installed in the sections shown below Use
25. crew apply pressure to puncture Hand tighten using supplied screwdriver Do not over tighten 10 1C Slide E 1 door profiles into D 9 corner connectors and secure each with one 5 9 screw 10 1D Remove plastic film from both sides of two W G panels Fit panels into channels in door profiles as shown placing side marked UV Resistant facing down 10 1E With slotted side facing ap slide E 5 profile into place Profile 43 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 10 2 Repeat step 10 1A to prepare another E 2 door profile are secured in step 10 2B Slide E 2 profile into E 1 door profiles as shown 10 2C Turn door over and install handle on E 2 profile just secured Match two holes in E 2 with holes in D 6 handle Secure with two 5 10 screws Profile 10 3A Repeat step 10 1 through 10 2A to assemble left door Secure D 9 corner connectors with two 9 9 screws 10 3B Using 5 9 screw attach B 3 connector to top left D 9 corner connector as shown Apply pressure To pane bres 10 3C Turn door over and install handle on E 2 profile Match two holes in E 2 with holes in D 6 handle EJ Secure with two 9 10 screws Profile WWW RSIWW COM 44 of 51 10 4A Use two people to install the doors to ensure they are hu
26. e using the exact measurements listed in these steps 5 1A Prepare four D amp hinges Fit 5 5 bolts in holes in D 8 hinge Line up with S 2A nuts under hinge Screw together Do not tighten Repeat to prepare three more hinges 5 1B Slide two D hinges into bolt track of both F profiles and position exactly as shown Use Phillips screwdriver to tighten S 7 bolts to hold D amp hinges in place K rii 7 178mm 178mm 5 10 FitB 2 connector onto profile and position so bottom of 5 1E Secure each B 2 connector connector measures exactly 67 from bottom of profile with two S 2C caps i 1 Ql 5 1F Prepare two F G profiles Slide T bolts into both bolt tracks on mitered end of profile and one bolt track on the other end The single T bolt will sit on outside when installed Hand tighten each T bolt to hold in place e ee 4n amp 23 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 5 2A Working from inside front right corner remove plastic film from both sides of W panel Fit panel into channel in base and corner profile placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature To ensure proper placement use the 23 1 8 inch spacer included with the tools 5 2B Place 23 1 8 inch spacer on base next to F 7 corner prof
27. ector with T bolt assemblies as shown to secure to base NOTE ALL VIEWS FROM INSIDE ES 3 1D Remove plastic film and fit the W 7 panel into channel in base and F profile Position F 1 profile so that panel fite into channel in F 1 profile and slide F 1 profile against spacer to ensure proper placement Repeat step 3 1C to secure W 7 gt i spacer tool NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE Profile 24 x 37A WWW RSIWW COM 16 of 51 3 1E Remove plastic film and fit another W 1 panel and fit into channel in base and F 1 profile Position left F back profile so the cut edge is angled toward the left when installed Fit panel into channel in left F profile and slide F profile against spacer Repeat step 3 1C to secure LI W 1 spacer tool NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE i NOTE Position F 8 profile so cut edge is angled down towards nearest corner when installed Connector Profile Remove plastic film and add the last W 1 panel to complete the side From the outside fit F 7 corner profile into place and use two B 3 connectors with T bolt assemblies as shown to secure to base C NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE Profile 3 3
28. emove plastic film REG 3 from both sides of E second W 10 panel and repeat step 8 8B to install in fifth section from front left NS SN _ N N N NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE Panel 5 NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE w 8 1 d W 10 24 x 32 39 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 8 9 Have one person stand outside the greenhouse to observe the position of the E roof ridge while the other person installs the five B 9 braces Insert T bolt in the correct position but if the roof is not completely straight adjust the brace to raise or lower the roof line Secure each with two S 2C caps NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Brace 8 10 The G 4 and G 4E trim plates snap into G 1 and G 2 gutter profiles to hold roof panels in place Working from outside begin at front corner Run a bead of silicone sealant along ledge of G 1 and G 2 profiles Use two G 4 and four G 4E trim plates on each side Position G 4 trim plate over gutter and use handle of screw driver to tap into place Make sure the seams of the trim plates are flush with each other and to the C 1 connectors at the front Add a bead of silicone where trim plates meet NOTE View for alignment of G 4 and G 1 only IN S Trim Plate QTY i q NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 8 11 Screw G 3 gutter drain in
29. film from both sides of one W panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outeide install the next panel on the right at the back Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end reste on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 1 profile at back NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE 8 7B From inside hold profile in 8 7C Hold two profiles together in place at ridge using one place with one B 4 connector B 4 connector Insert two T bolt assemblies line up Secure with two T bolt center hole with long hex bolt in roof ridge Secure assemblies as shown T bolt assemblies as shown Place Ez washer on long y i bolt and secure with S 2C cap NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 8 70 Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 8 panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install the next panel on the right at the back Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end rests on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 1 profile at back Repeat to install W amp panel on left 8 7E From inside hold profile in place with EX NJ 8 7F Hold two profiles together at ridge using one B 4 connector one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt Secure with two assembies T bolt assemblies as shown 8 7G Remove final bungee I repeat NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE steps
30. ile Position right F profile so single T bolt ie next to base on inside and the cut edge angled down toward the nearest corner when installed B 2 connector is pointing towards door opening Fit panel into channel in F 8 profile and slide F profile against spacer to ensure Ael proper placement 16 NOTE Panels will not fit completely to end of channels There will be some space to allow for temperature changes 5 2C Use B 3 connector with T bolt assemblies W 1 as shown to secure to base d e eo NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 5 2D Continue working from inside left corner place F 6 profile with mitered end next to corner and angled edge facing up onto corner W 1 panel F G profile fits snugly between F 7 and F profiles 5 2E Secure P 2 with two T bolt assemblies p and one S 2C cap as shown 6 UN W 1 zl XU FROM INSIDE OTY Connector B 3 B 2 WWW RSIWW COM 24 of 51 NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE 5 3A Working from inside front right corner place 23 1 8 inch spacer on base next to F 7 corner profile Position left F amp profile so single set screw is next
31. ing Sink 3 years What this limited warranty does not cover This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been repaired except by Riverstone Industries or its authorized service representatives or otherwise altered This limited warranty does further not apply to defects resulting from misuse abuse accident neglect incorrect installation improper maintenance or handling or operation with an incorrect power source Riverstone Industries is not responsible for personal time lost or paid for during the construction of its products due to missing or defective parts What you must do to get service under this limited warranty Defects must be brought to the attention of Riverstone Industries Technical Service by contacting Riverstone Industries at customerservice RSIWW com or 612 RVR STNE 787 7863 Please have proof of purchase catalog model and serial numbers available when calling Limited warranty service requires a proof of purchase of the product What Riverstone Industries will do in the event of a defect In the event a product or part covered by this limited warranty is proven to be defective in material or workmanship during the 10 year limited warranty period for products you have the following rights Riverstone Industries will in its sole discretion either repair or replace such defective product or part without charge If Riverstone Industries is unable to repair or replace such product or part or if repair
32. ing installation For vertical profiles place a nut on the T bolt T bolt Assembly hold the bracket in place and push the T bolt assembly through slot NOTE If you are installing T bolts in profiles that will remain horizontal you may tighten them with your fingers In this manual you will see hand tighten which means securing in place with a screwdriver Loosen T bolt means turning the T bolt so it is parallel in the bolt track and moves easily The T bolt will lock into place when nut is tightened Try installing a few T bolt Assembly s to determine how loose the nut needs to be to ensure the head of the T bolt clears the profile edges and turns to lock properly in the profile track NOTE You may use the verticle technique for attaching T bolts on the horizontal profiles if you desire Visit us at WWW RSIWW com AssemblyQuestions for key assembly images and helpful tips WWW RSIWW COM 8 of 51 Assemble Base Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing A Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation 4 Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles d T 1 1 Thebaseis made up of four P 1A four P 1B four P 2A and four P 2B E profiles Arrange profiles in a rectangle as shown Fosition P 2A and s d P 2B profiles at back sides of the greenhouse WARNING Use extreme caution when handling profiles P 1A P 1B P
33. nd project We recommend you take your time and read these instructions carefully to avoid mistakes NOTE These instructions include helpful hints and important information needed to safely assemble and properly maintain the greenhouse Please read these instructions completely before you begin Please send us photos of your new greenhouse to post on the Riverstone website Contact us with questions at Customer Service 877 373 3078 Email customerservice rsiww com After Hours Helpline 443 574 4764 Before Starting Assembly 1 Make sure you have all the necessary parts Compare the contents of the cartons with the List of Parts If any parts are missing or damaged contact Riverstone Customer Service before beginning assembly During business hours call 877 373 3078 email customerservice rsiww com or use the After Hours Helpline 443 574 4764 2 Lay the parts out in one staging area The List of Parts has the corresponding step number referenced to each part so you can easily prepare for each step We recommend placing all parts in one staging area Lay out parts by size and shape Use the List of Parts to identify the part numbers for profiles and panels We have not labeled the parts with stickers to avoid removing them during assembly 3 Select a Location When selecting a site for your greenhouse a flat level surface is essential and if possible with proper water drainage and easy access to power and water nece
34. ng properly and level Ax Begin with right door assembled in step 10 2 Working from outside with door a at a ninety degree angle to the door frame Line up holes in D hinges with holes in E 2 door profile Secure each hinge with two 5 9 screws Umi m E NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE U o o Dr IMPORTANT Make sure door is level When 33 5 necessary loosen screws holding D 8 hinge EJ to F 8 profile and repostion until it is level 1 10 4B Install left door assembled in step 10 5 Line up holes in D amp hinges with holes in E 2 door profile Secure each hinge with two 9 9 screws and make sure door is level Make sure D 7 latch fits into B 3 connector to lock doors 29 10 5 Working from the outside with doors all the way open apply the D 4 door sealant tape to the outside of F and F 5 profiles that make up the door n frame and to inside E 1 bottom door profiles This tape acts as insulation Make sure it is smooth and even Door Sealant Tape QTY NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE _ 10 6A Working from inside with left door open and right door closed Attach D 10 spring to hole in 1 door profile using one 9
35. ng this Products to which this limited warranty applies This limited warranty applies to the following models of your newly purchased Monticello Greenhouse MONT 8 MONT 12 MONT 16 MONT20 MONT 24 MONT 4 Premium versions and Mojave Editions of these greenhouses This limited warranty applies only to purchases made in any province of Canada except for Yukon Territory Nunavut or Northwest Territories or in any of the 50 States of the USA and the District of Columbia except for Hawaii and Alaska This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser of the product only and is not transferable What this limited warranty covers and for how long Products covered by this limited warranty have been tested and inspected prior to shipment and subject to the provisions of this warranty Riverstone Industries warrants such products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of the first purchase of such products The limited 10 year warranty period for GREENHOUSES also applies to any implied warranties that may exist under applicable law Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to the purchaser The limited warranty for accessories follows the same guidelines as above and is covered for the following time span Work Bench System 10 years Watering System 7 years Shade Cloth System 7 years Garden Pott
36. o side profiles using B 3 connectors on the outside of the greenhouse The B 3 connector uses the T bolt in the center hole of B 5 connectors at seams Loosen and slide T bolts to line up with connectors making sure the seams line up and the gutters remain straight 4 5B Beginning at the seams arrange T bolts so middle bolt is centered Fit B 5 connector onto gutter and hold in place using the two S 2C end bolts NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER 4 5C Loosen T bolte on side profiles and slide down Place B 3 connector on center T bolt on gutter Insert T bolt assembly through slot in B 3 connector to secure as shown Tighten T bolts and secure with S 2C caps NOTE The bottom of B 3 connector extends past the edges of side and corner profiles B 3 connector sits over B 5 connector Secure all with 2 SC bolts a T NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER Connector Connector QTY Connector Sie S Pe 2 8 WWW RSIWW COM 22 of 51 Assemble Front Wall and Gable Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing NOTE The door frame is 694 from the base To avoid adjusting the placement after assembly prepare door fram
37. olt assemblies into holes in H G shutter Secure slote on H 1 brackets with 5 7 bolts and S 2 caps Secure to F 8 and F 1 profiles as shown 12 3C Place H 2 Profile on top of shutter Smooth aluminium tape along edges at top and sides Repeat to install 2 on bottom NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE ts LE Shutter Parts e Shutter WWW RSIWW COM 48 of 51 12 5A Working from outside fit H 4 brackets ontoT bolts on F 8 and F 1 M Secure with S 2C caps a y a NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 4 12 5B Place H 3 profile on H 4 brackets Fit H 5 connector underneath and secure with S 11 bolts 5 5D washers and S 2D nuts as shown R 12 5C Install 4 S 5A connectors on to H 9 2 at the top and 2 at the bottom 9 T gt Om m View from bottom 8 Are NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 12 50 Install H 9 solar panel on H 3 profiles and secure with S 2D nut Bottom View e t oy Side View From Top 49 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 12 6A Working from inside Drill hole through polycarbonate
38. one B 4 connector Insert two T bolt assemblies line up center hole with long hex bolt in roof ridge Secure T bolt assemblies d F as shown Place washer on long bolt J and secure with 5 2 NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 8 4D Continue working from back to finish section three Remove plastic film from both sides of one W panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install the next panel on the right at the back Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end rests on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 1 profile at back Repeat to install W panel on left 8 4E From inside hold profile in place with 8 4F Hold two profiles together at ridge using one B 4 one B 4 connector Secure with two connector Secure with two T bolt assembies T bolt assemblies as shown NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Connector SFE WWW RSIWW COM 36 of 51 8 5A Remove next bungee cord and continue working from back to install section four Remove plastic film from both sides of one W panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install the next panel on the left at the back NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE 8 5B From inside hold profile in place with 8 5C Hold two profiles together in place at
39. onticello and causing damage Like with the roof vents make sure the dual doors stay closed during winds The doors are spring loaded to stay closed but we also know that the greenhouse can get rather hot in the warmer months and doors do get propped open Just make sure that they get closed In cooler snow prone climates Cut some 2 x 4 s and put them against the roof ridge and the floor to help add support from heavy snow and ice This is just a precaution but could save a lot of aggravation down the road e t is also a good practice to clean the snow off the roof little snow if fine but several inches only will tempt fate and it is best to be safe than sorry The polycarbonate panels have channels in them These are designed to help insulate and in moist environments like after a rainstorm you might find water droplets in these channels It will not cause any harm and will burn itself off when the air starts to heat up some cases where there is a lot of rainfall like the Pacific North West we recommend using clear silicon caulking between the polycarbonate panels and the trim plates before the trim plates are put on This is just to assure that the Monticello stays as dry as possible Just give a call if you need some more help with this Lastly we are not perfect We know that there are better ways to do things we just need some suggestions from our customer base as to what they are Needless to say we are al
40. orner profile Fit panel into channel in F 1 profile i and slide F 1 profile against spacer to ensure F W 1 W 1 proper placement spacer tool NOTE Panels will not fit completely to end of channels There will be some space to allow for temperature changes 2 20 Use B 3 connector with T bolt assemblies as shown to secure to base K a m 2 2D Continue building the side wall from S the inside Use the spacer with 6 each panel and the ten remaining et F 1 profiles Repeat steps 2 2A cep through 2 2C to secure to a Connectors WWW RSIWW COM 12 of 51 Remove plastic film and add the last W 1 panel to complete the side From the outside fit F 7 corner profile into place and use two B 3 connectors with T bolt assemblies as shown to secure to base NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE Connectors Je fq g Ke 2 4A Slide four T bolts into bottom bolt track of G 1 gutter profiles Hand tighten each end T bolt to hold in place e 2 4B Slide T bolte into bottom bolt track of G 2 gutter profiles five into one and six into the other four Hand tighten end T bolts to hold in place 13 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 2 5A Working from inside place G 1 and G 2 gutter profiles fitting top edge of W 1 panels into channels of gutters Place one sh
41. ort G 1 gutter profile at each end and the five longer G 2 gutter profiles in the center Seams are centered to bolt tracks in F 1 profiles N NOTE In some cases a 1 4 x 1 4 notch in top corner of W 1 panel will provide a better fit for G 1 gutter profile NOTE At front and back edge of G 1 gutter C N profile lines up flush with edge of F 7 corner profile NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE G 1 4 Ss qm V A 2 5B Place one T bolt on the inside bolt track of the gutter at each end Hand tighten both T bolts to hold in place E NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 14 of 51 2 6A The gutters are secured together using B 5 connectors and attached to side profiles using B 3 connectors on the outside of the greenhouse The B 3 connector uses the T bolt in the center hole of B 5 connectors at seams Loosen and slide T bolts to line up with connectors making sure the seams line up and the gutters remain straight 2 6B Begin at the six seams and arrange T bolts so middle bolt is centered Fit B 5 connector onto gutter and hold in place using the two S 2C end bolts NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER 2 6C Place B 3 connector on center T bolt on gutter Insert T bolt assembly through slo
42. other Repeat on other side Profile Connector 6 6 Check inside corners to ensure B 7 connector is still in correct position If it needs adjusting repeat steps 6 5B until each corner is properly set Arrange the profile so channel lines up with tops of A panels Begin with either right or left side Profile Connector TY 2 6 NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 30 of 51 Assemble Roof Ridge T Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Install B 10 splice with C curve positioned next to center opening in R 1 profile Use screwdriver handle to tap until friction dimple holds it in place EN SS SSS 7 1B Install another B 10 splice with C curve positioned next to center opening in R 1 profile Use screwdriver handle to tap to push splice approximately 1 4 farther into profile than first splice NOTE Position each B 10 splice with C curve next to center in R 1 and R 1E profile openings lt Slide R 1E profile toward R 1 profile Make sure both B 10 splices fit into openings in R 1E profile Continue sliding
43. ridge using one one B 4 connector Secure with two B 4 connector Insert two T bolt assemblies line up T bolt assemblies as shown center hole with long hex bolt in roof ridge Secure T bolt assemblies rz SU PU as shown Place aon washer on long bolt and secure with S 2C cap NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 8 5D Remove plastic film from both sides of one W amp panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install the next panel on the right at the back Push panel into roof ridge channel until the other end rests on gutter ledge and then slide towards F 1 profile at back Repeat to install panel on left NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE 8 5E From inside hold profile in place with one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt assemblies as shown We 8 5 F Hold two profiles together at ridge using one B 4 connector Secure with two T bolt assembies NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Connector Connector lt a Y B 4 4 37 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Continue working from back next bungee cord and repeat steps amp 4 through 8 4F to install section five Connector Connector 8 7A Remove next bungee cord and continue working from back to install section six Remove plastic
44. rs QTY 24 x 32 N 1 6 Step 6 wala 24 x 15 otep 3 5 W 4 2 Steps 5 111 24 x 3174 PANIS Steps 2 3 4 5 10 illl W 5 2 Steps 4 ali 24 x 18 Step 8 W 6 4 Steps 10 24 x 34 W 7 1 Step3 U x 37e li W 9 1 Step3 41b x 24 Assembled Vents QTY V4 5 Steps 10 10 Step 7 il WWW RSIWW COM 6 of 51 List of Parte continued Door Profiles QTY Step 10 Step 10 Step 10 Step 5 Step 10 Trim Plates Step 10 lt 4934 gt lt 48 gt Pi Connectors G 4 4 Step 8 G 4E 8 Step 8 7 of 51 Hardware QTY S 1 20 Step 9 Steps 1 2 3 4 56 163 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 5 S 2A 2 Step 5 D S 2B 2 Step 5 S 2C 2 Step 5 S 2D 2 Step 5 5 4 110 Steps 11 Jom S 5A 5 Step 7 S 5B 11 Step 8 12 S 5D 15 Step 8 12 hm 56 10 Step 9 Steps 1 2 3 4 Ci 57 463 50781011 Step 5 Step 5 Step 10 Step 10 Step 12 Step 12 Included Tools QTY COR Steps lt gt ed sao 123456 Phillips Flat Combination Screwdriver 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 2 o Steps1 2 3 4 T 2 1 7Ae Wrench 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 a T3 1 Steps 23 1 8 Spacer 2 3 4 T 4 5 Step 8
45. ssary for greenhouse gardening Choose a sunny level position away from overhanging trees and power lines and protected from the wind as much as possible The location should be away from structures that could cause snow to drift on or around the greenhouse Locate underground pipes or cables before preparing the site or anchoring the greenhouse 4 Prepare a Foundation After choosing a location proper preparation of the site is essential The site must be level The greenhouse must be mounted to a base Construct the base first so the greenhouse can be securely mounted We recommend constructing a wood platform base using a perimeter of two by fours filled with either soil sod or gravel Instructions for constructing a wood platform can be found in this manual Other suitable base options include wood decks and concrete slabs Wood screws are included to secure the greenhouse to a wood base The greenhouse is secured to the ground from the inside with ground anchors See step11 for details If you are using a concrete base get appropriate mounting screws before beginning Make sure the corners are square by measuring the inside diagonals from both sides and making sure they are equal Use a spirit level to make sure the base is level Contact your local authorities regarding any required building permits or restrictions WWW RSIWW COM 2 of 51 Safety Advice Table of Contents The greenhouse must be positioned and fixed on a fl
46. t in B 3 connector to secure as shown NOTE The bottom of B 3 connector extends past the edges of side and corner profiles B 3 connector sits over B 5 connector Secure all with 2 SC bolts C E NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER Connector Connector QTY Connector Se Cb 15 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Assemble Pack Wall Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles T Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing 3 1A Working from inside remove plastic film from both sides of one W 1 panel Fit panel into channel in base and corner profile placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature To ensure proper placement use the 23 1 8 inch spacer included with the tools 3 1B Position F amp profile so the cut edge is angled down toward the right when installed Place 23 1 8 inch spacer on base next to F 7 corner profile Fit panel into channel in right F amp profile Slide F profile against spacer to ensure proper placement W 1 NOTE Position F 8 profile so cut edge is angled down towards nearest corner when installed WARNING The cut edge of F 8 profile is sharp Use extreme caution when handling 3 1C Use B 3 conn
47. them Make sure the greenhouse complies with local building codes Heat the greenhouse during winter months to avoid accumulation of snow or ice on the roof General Order of Assembly Step 1 Assemble Base Step 2 Assemble Right Wall Step 5 Assemble Pack Wall Step 4 Assemble Left Wall Step 5 Assemble Front Wall and Gable Step 6 Assemble Back Gable Step 7 Assemble Roof Ridge Step amp Assemble Roof Step 9 Install Roof Vents Step 10 Assemble and Install Doors Step 11 Secure to Platform Step 1 2 Install Fan and Solar Panel _ o e lt e e 23 1 8 inch spacer included e 7 16 wrench included e Safety Goggles e Spirit Level e Tape Measure Tools Needed Step Ladder e Work Gloves e Phillips Screwdriver included e Flat Screwdriver included e 5 foot bungee cord included e clear silicone caulk tube 3 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM Constructing a Wood Platform IMPORTANT It is very important to begin with a level surface Check your foundation to ensure it is level at every point If you are not building on a wood deck we recommend constructing a wood platform so you can properly secure the greenhouse You must assure your foundation is square and level before beginning assembly After choosing a location proper preparation of the site is essential The site must be level Create a wood platform using a perimeter of pressure treated two by fours filled with either
48. to base on inside and the cut edge angled down toward the nearest corner when installed B 2 connector is pointing towards door opening Fit panel into channel in F profile and slide F profile against spacer to ensure proper placement IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature To ensure proper placement use the 23 1 8 inch spacer included with the tools 1 NOTE Panels will not fit completely to end of channels There will be some space to allow for temperature changes assemblies as shown to secure to base a 5 38 Use B 3 connector with T bolt dem W 1 3 E j 4 22 NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 5 3C Continue working from inside right corner place F 6 profile with mitered end next to corner and angled edge facing up onto corner W 1 panel F 6 profile fits snugly between F 7 and F profiles A 5 3D Secure B 2 with two T bolt assemblies and one S 2C cap as shown d RS pese Ml NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE 25 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 5 4A Prepare one F 5 profile Slide four T bolts into bolt
49. to holes in C 1 connectors Make sure they point down NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE NOTE To aid in rain collection and prevent water leakage we recommend sealing the inside of the gutter profiles at each joint using silicone caulking WWW RSIWW COM 40 of 51 Install Roof Vents Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles T Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing 9 1A Unpack contents of Automatic Window Opener Screw adjusting knob partially into threaded end of cylinder Do NOT tighten w 9 1 Fit piston rod connected to arm B into ee end of cylinder Turn cylinder so holes 5 next to adjusting knob are visible eo 9 1C Continue pushing cylinder onto piston rod until holes in end of cylinder line up with holes in arm A Push arms apart if necessary Secure with 9 1D Turn adjusting screw clockwise a threaded stud on each side until arms are approximately 6 apart vS mem st 9 1E Repeat steps 9 1A through 9 1D to prepare the four more Automatic Window Openers Handle Cylinder QTY Adjusting Knob i i 9 2A Remove plastic film from both sides of V 4 9 2B Place
50. tors with T bolt assemblies as shown to secure to base a OTY B 3 2 F 7 S 2C 4 NR x 57 Be S 7 2 WWW RSIWW COM 20 of 51 4 3A Prepare two 1 gutter profiles by sliding four T bolte into bottom bolt track AS Hand tighten each end T bolt to hold in place i f 4 3B Prepare four G 2 gutter profile with six T bolts and the other G 2 gutter profile with five T bolts Slide T bolts into bottom bolt track Profile 4 4A Working from inside place G 1 and G 2 gutter profiles fitting top edge of W 1 panels into channels of gutters Place one short G 1 gutter profile at each end and the five longer G 2 gutter profiles in the center Seams are centered to bolt tracks in F 1 profiles profile lines up flush with edge of F 7 corner profile NOTE At front and back edge of G 1 gutter 22 4 48 Place one T bolt on the inside bolt track of the gutter at each end Hand tighten both T bolts to hold in place NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE NOTE In some cases a 1 4 x notch DAL in top corner of W 1 panel will provide a better fit for G 1 gutter profile ILLE NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 21 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 4 5A The gutters are secured together using B 5 connectors and attached t
51. two people and a step ladder to assemble the roof Place step ladder inside greenhouse Have one person stand on ladder inside and guide panel into channels in roof ridge and corner profiles The other person supports the end of the panel from the outside Section 1 Back two W panels Section 2 Front two W panels Section 5 Next three W amp panels from back Section 4 Next three W amp panels Section 5 Next three W amp panels Section 6 Next six W amp panels Section 7 Final W panel and five W 10 panels WARNING Use two people to install roof Allow enough time to complete this step and install and secure roof Do not leave roof unattended until it is completely assembled IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature Under some conditions the panels may require slight force to install Do not use excessive force or you may move profiles out of position When you are having difficulty sliding the panels use dish soap with water on the edges as a lubricant aN gal fi N f r T 4 NOTE Use the included five foot bungee cords for added support They will help hold the sides in position while assembling the roof Remove as you install profiles 8 1A Working from the inside Insert T bolt assembly into B 4 connector and install on every other side profile on both sides of greenhouse Secure as shown Pi T LI NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE
52. uminum trim on W 10 9 3C Repeat steps 9 5A through 9 3B to install four more vents Connector Gripping Channel 9 4A From inside screw 9 6 screw and spacer into the holes on each end of the top of the vent This will secure the vent to the greenhouse in windy conditions LS y 9 4B Repeat steps 9 4A to secure four more vents H V 4 NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 42 of 51 Assemble and Install Doors Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before securing Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles IMPORTANT You are assembling a right and left door Facing the front of the greenhouse from the outside with the doors closed the left door is on the left side of the greenhouse and the right is on the right side The left door closes over the right and locks at the top 10 1A Begin right door assembly Prepare one E 2 door profile Position with holes facing up Slide one D 9 corner connector into each end NOTE D 9 corner connectors are hollow on one end Install with hollow end in either direction 2 _ a H Wm 10 1B Secure each corner with one 5 9 screw using a Phillips screwdriver zi NOTE Holes 0 9 connectors are not predrilled Using 5 9 s
53. until seams are butted against each other 7 10 Slide four T bolts and one S 5A long hex bolt into e channel in one end of R 1E profile as shown Hand m tighten first and last T bolts to hold in place Abo Loosen and adjust position of set screws and long hex bolt to fit 7 4F Secure B 5 connector holes in B 5 connector Position B 5 connector with the long hex with four S 2C caps bolt in center hole and center to the seam where the profiles join NOTE Long hex bolt is secured in step 5 7 2A Repeat step 7 1 to install remaining three profiles next to R 1E profile Repeat step 7 1 again to 7 2B Slide one T bolt into channel in each end of R 1 profiles Hand tighten to hold in place R 1 profile on the other side 31 of 51 WWW RSIWW COM 7 3A Use two people and a step ladder Place step ladder inside greenhouse Hold the roof ridge with the screws FACING UP until it is in position Have one person inside greenhouse supporting ridge as you slide it into position Avoid touching top of front and back of greenhouse until each end is flush with ends of front and back profiles Turn the roof ridge over so bolts face down and rest on top of front and back walls WARNING Use two people to install roof ridge Pla
54. ways open to feedback good and bad and we do react to feedback Please if there is an option you do not see that you feel would make the greenhouse experience better if there is a different way to explain a set up process or if there is anything else to help make Monticello better we want to hear from you Thank you again for your purchase and we hope you have many years of growing in your new Monticello Greenhouse David Schnurman Vice President MONTICELLO Limited Warranty Liability Snow Load amp Wind Load Warranty amp Liability The Monticello Greenhouse described in this manual is designed for and limited to Riverstone Industries standard wind and snow load which is based on a continuously heated greenhouse Standard loads are Wind Load 113 MPH 1 second gust 52m sec 65 mph continuous winds Snow load of 24 Ibs sq ft Riverstone cannot and will not be held liable or responsible for any and all damages and or structural failures caused by prevailing load conditions at the greenhouse s erected location that exceed the aforementioned Standard Loads All Monticello Wind amp Snow loads are based on a closed and heated greenhouse structure The heat provides a source for the snow and ice to melt from the roof If the Monticello is not being heated during the winter months when snow and or ice is present it is the owners responsibility to clear the accumulations of the roof Contact us directly with any questions regardi

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