Monticello MONT-4-AL-PREMIUM Use and Care Manual
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1. ait JI 6 1C There is one T bolt near bottom of F 7 corner profile and two T bolts near corner in base profiles P 1A and P1 B NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE IMPORTANT T bolts may be in position from when parts were removed These instructions show proper amount and placement needed for assembly Add or remove T bolts to match instructions 6 1D Use two people to carefully move back onto wood platform lining up profiles at the base and sides Make sure the greenhouse is level and have one person hold back in place until it is secured WWW RSIWW COM 18 of 29 ot ML NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE lower than bolt track of G 1 gutter profile IMPORTANT Bolt track of F 6 front profile J 6 3A Working from inside make sure base profiles line up at corners and are level Use S 4 wood scews to secure back base profile to wood base NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE 6 3B Working from inside loosen and adjust position of T bolts to fit holes in B corner connector Secure each with four S 2C caps Li E N Working from outside mak2. 10 2A Attach each anchor bracket with two T bolts in the inside bolt channels in base profile Secure each with two S 2C caps NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 10 2B Screw each A 1 ground anchor through hole in center of bracket Use a screw driver through the top of A 1 anchor to screw completely into soil Make certain it is secured in ground NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Ground Anchor WWW RSIWW COM 29 of 29
3. N NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE 1 3C Working from outside remove S 4 wood scews holding back base profile to wood platform Place parts in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly N NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE ml Connector QTY Connector B 8 1 4 Carefully remove back wall of greenhouse Keep parts in original position and lean it against a vertical surface where it will not be disturbed until you have finished assembling the extension kit 7 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Construct Extended Wood Platform Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation J Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles J SW Place parts removed in staging area 74 Z J Vi NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed J to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse 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 begin
4. LN ff l Monticello Monticello Greenhouses Made in the USA This kit extends the length of an assembled Monticello Greenhouse The kit is installed at the back of the greenhouse Each kit adds four feet in length Make sure you have ample level space behind your greenhouse to install before beginning You may combine and install up to four extension kits at one time to an assembled Monticello greenhouse provided the total length of the finished greenhouse does not exceed twenty four feet 4 Foot Extension Kit Assembly Instructions 033114V2 eee 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 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 Stan dard loads are Wind Load 113 MPH 1 second gust 52m sec 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
5. 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 1 panel in back left corner NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 8 2A Working from back right corner remove plastic film from both sides of one W 1 panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside fit top end of panel 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 If you are having difficulty sliding the panels use dish soap with water on the edges as a lubricant 8 2B With two set screws facing inside fit one F 1 profile next to right panel F 1 profile rests against widest part of roof ridge and lines up with top of gutter 4 os iy p a A e A z J i j r4 8 2C From inside hold profile in place with one B 4 connector Secure g iy A NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE FROM FRONT LOOKING TOWARDS BACK with two S 2C caps 8 2D Repeat step amp 2B through amp 2C to secure install and secure F 1 profile on left side 8 2E Hold two profiles together at roof ridge using one B 4 connector Secure with two S 2C c
6. As you slide R 1E profile toward R 1 profile make sure both B 10 Splices fit into openings in R 1E profile Continue sliding until seams are butted against each other NOTE The R 1 roof ridge profiles are 1 inch longer than the R 1E roof ridge extension profiles For the roof profiles to line up properly place the long bolt inch from end of R 1 profile 7 4B From outside make sure end of R 1E roof ridge profile rests on and is is flush with F 7 back profiles 21 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM 7 4C From inside secure R 1 and R 1E roof ridge profiles together using B 5 connector Make sure long bolt is from edge of R 1 profile Loosen T bolts on either side and adjust position to fit holes in B 5 connector Center B 5 connector over seam for most support f 4 A f 7 4D Secure B 5 connector by attaching S 2C caps to the T bolts NOTE Long hex bolt is secured after installation Connector NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE UNDER ROOF RIDGE B 5 ZA s 2c 4 7 5A Working from inside secure roof ridge to back end wall Loosen T bolts and adjust position to fit holes in B 7 connector Secure with two S 2C caps oy N VA t C7 vN NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 7 5B Working from outside ensure all pieces are still flush If needed loose
7. If you have the 23 inch spacer tool included with your original greenhouse use that If not measure 23 inches between each of the F 1 profiles to ensure the panels are spaced properly Position F 1 profiles so single T bolt is next to base on inside 5 2B Fit B 3 connector onto base and F 1 profile Secure with two S 2C bolts spacer tool a CTT TTT W 1 XM NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature To ensure proper placement use the 23 inch spacer included with original set of tools or measure 23 inches between two F 1 profiles WWW RSIWW COM 14 of 29 5 2C Continue working from inside Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 1 panel Fit panel into channels in base and F 1 profile placing side marked UV Resistant facing outside W 1 NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE spacer tool W 1 NOTE Panels will not fit completely to end of channels There will be some space to allow for temperature changes 5 2D Repeat steps 5 2A through 5 2C to finish one side wall N IMPORTANT The panels expand and contract depending on the temperature To ensure proper placement use the 23 inch spacer included with original set of tools or measure 23 inches between two F 1 profiles 5 2E Worki
8. 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 Riverstone directly with any questions regarding this MONTICELLO Limited Warranty Liability 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 and Premium versions 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
9. includes an assembly manual designed specifically for that size If you did not receive the manual for the size you purchased please contact Riverstone Customer Service to request the appropriate manual During business hours call 9377 373 3078 email customerservice rsiww com or use the After Hours Helpline 443 574 4764 This manual will guide you through the process of adding the extension kit to an already constructed Monticello greenhouse You may add more than one extension kit at a time but do not exceed a finished length of 24 feet NOTE These instructions include helpful hints and important information needed to safely install one extension kit to an x greenhouse Please read these instructions completely before you begin EXTENSION KIT IS INSTALLED TO THE BACK OF AN ASSEMBLED MONTICELLO GREENHOUSE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH LEVEL SPACE BEFORE YOU BEGIN Safety Advice Table of Contents e The greenhouse must be positioned and fixed on a flat WAAN Y seseesestsseseseestsetstsenensene 1 level antace o E ATEN T 2 e The extension kit is installed at the back of an assembled Sees heen ne ata Before Beginning s sssssssssssssssssssesssee 3 Monticello greenhouse i General Order of Assembly 3 e Dispose of all plastic bags safely Keep them out of the Merate Need a ann eee 3 reach of small children Tools Needed easels eres cence 3 e Keep children and pets away from the assembly area until EST AT ont 4 the wor
10. 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 e Work Bench System 10 years e Watering System 7 years e Shade Cloth System 7 years e Garden Potting 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
11. proper water drainage and easy access to power and water necessary for greenhouse gardening 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 your 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 We recommend constructing a wood platform base using a perimeter of two by fours filled with either soil sod or gravel Instructions in this manual show how to extend a wood platform and assemble the extension kit on top of it Contact your local authorities regarding any required building permits or restrictions General Order of Assembly Materials Needed Step 1 Remove Back Wall e Four 6 pressure treated 2x4 lumber cut to 4834 Step 2 Extend Wood Platform 7 Step 3 Remove Upper Back Section e Fifteen 8 3 wood screws Step 4 Install Extension Kit Base e One 2x4 lumber cut to the height inside your Step 5 Assemble Right and Left Extension Walls greenhouse to support roof ridge during assembly Step 6 Reattach Back Wall to Extension Step 7 Assemble Extension Roof Ridge NOTE To determine the correct length for your 2x4 Step 8 Assemble Extension Roof support measure the height inside your greenhouse Step 9 Install Roof Vent the distance from the peak to the ground one f
12. two profiles meet to fit holes in B 5 connector Center connector over seam for maximum hold Secure using four S 2C caps Repeat to install B 5 connector in outer bolt track to P 2A and P 1A base profiles on the other side 4 2C Locate predrilled holes in P 2A and P 2B extension base profiles Make sure base is level and square Use fourteen S 4 screws to secure to wood platform Connector 13 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Assemble Left and Right Extension Walls Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Prepare required T bolts as shown on page 4 NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse 5 1A Prepare four F 1 wall profiles Slide T bolts into both bolt tracks on one end of profile and one bolt track on the other end The single T bolt will sit on the inside of the greenhouse near the base when installed w e oe 5 1B Hand tighten each T bolt to hold in place Profile Working from inside begin to build one side wall by adding a F 1 profile to the W 1 panel
13. weather conditions VA L VA w 1 W 1 e DL IN t WS NOTE VIEWSFROMOUTSIDE Sroaandclen nmen Trim Plate 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 26 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Install Roof Vent Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling 4 Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation cS Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Ses NAL NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of pf parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse a J 9 1A Unpack contents of Automatic Window Opener Partially screw adjusting knob into threaded end of cylinder Do NOT tighten 9 1B Fit piston rod connected to arm Binto p OG end of cylinder Turn cylinder so holes fa next to adjusting knob are visible beces 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 Secu
14. 2 Step 10 P Step 7 Step 9 S A 2 2 Step 10 Ste Wr 2 ps es Cid Gis a7 624 3 WWW RSIWW COM 4 of 29 List of Parts continued WARNING Use extreme caution when handling SEIS NS SIN panels with cut edges The corners are sharp 0 XS a a ioe Oy B 3 8 Steps Vent Opener QTY XX 1 NOAA B 4 6 Step 8 TAX ATN NN E MONY B 5 5 Steps PAN a MW A AN KZ r 4 4 5 7 Ar NS XD YY Y B 9 1 Step 8 p ATN PA AL NIN V A KM ROS fT NY B 10 2 step 7 p Using T bolts IMPORTANT You will be disassembling part of your greenhouse before installing the extension kit The greenhouse is assembled using using a unique fastening system The parts are attached to each other using connectors fastened with a rectangular headed bolt referred to as T bolts and secured with 2 SC caps Use a wrench to loosen the 2 SC cap to remove connectors Slide T bolt into side of profile bolt track to the desired position Turn to a ninety degree angle to lock into place a Shown hand tightened in F 1 bolt track N N KA Turn to lock in place Shown sliding into F 1 bolt track IMPORTANT The end of the T bolt has a slotted indent When the T bolt is installed too tightly to loosen by hand use the included T 5 flat screwdriver NOTE
15. Turning the T bolt ninety degrees so it is locked into place inside the bolt track is referred to in this manual as hand tighten Loosen T bolt refers to turning the T bolt back to parallel so it easily slides a EN NOTE The illustrations in this manual show sliding the T bolt into the bolt tracks You may also place them into the bolt track in the desired position and turn them to hold in place 5 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Remove Back Wall Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Place parts removed in staging area IMPORTANT You will be removing the back of the greenhouse to install the extension kit Drawings are shown looking at the back installing one extension kit to an 8x8 greenhouse 1 1 Before beginning place a 2x4 cut to the height inside your greenhouse one foot away from the back wall This 2x4 will support the greenhouse while you are installing the extension kit and will be removed when you are finished Position the 2x4 one foot away from the back and angle it so it is wedged between the ground and the roof ridge IMPORTANT The 2x4 lumber is needed to support the greenhouse during installation of the extension kit Place the 2x4 one foot away from 2 x 4 Lumber Support the back wall on the inside of the greenhouse b
16. aps NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 24 of 29 oY ri X NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Connector TY Ww 9 B4 3 w 1 2 B AER WWW RSIWW COM 8 3A 8 3B 8 3C 8 4A Use the two W 1 panels you removed previously With UV Resistant side 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 l Ke Br back Repeat to install J a 4 i YW W 1 panel on left Vi From inside fit one F 1 profile with three set screws next to panel Position profile so T bolts face inside and middle T bolt is closer to top Fit other end into B 4 connector and secure with one S 2C cap Repeat to install F 1 profile on opposite side NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE l Hold two profiles together in place at ridge using one B 4 connector Line up center hole with long hex bolt in roof ridge Place washer on long bolt and secure all screws with three S 2C caps NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 1 panel With side marked UV Resistant facing outside install next panel at slight angle on left If necessary loosen the previous B 4 conne
17. ctor and profile and move them towards the back of the greenhouse to make more room to fit panel Eg in place aa ys B 4 Wl 2 Bl s 2c S 3 NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 25 of 29 8 4B Remove plastic film from both sides of one W 2 panel From outside position panel with extended ledge profile at outside top Install panel at slight angle sliding all the way into F 1 profile Fit other end into opposite F 1 profile If necessary apply slight pressure to bend panel and snap into place NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 8 5 Have one person stand outside the greenhouse to observe the position of the roof ridge while the other person installs the B 9 brace The T bolts should be in the correct position but if the roof is not completely straight loosen the T bolts and adjust the brace to raise or lower the roof line Secure with two S 2C caps NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 8 6 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 Position G 4 trim plate 4 over gutter and use handle of screw driver to tap into place Use one G 4 Qe a gt and one G 4E trim plates on each side Make sure the seams of the trim Q F plates are flush with each other and to the C 1 connectors at the front There may be a slight gap at the rear C 1 connector depending on
18. ding two T bolts in the inner bolt track of each profile Hand tighten each T bolt to hold in place Y pp A IMPORTANT T bolts may be in position from when parts were removed These instructions show proper amount and placement needed for assembly Add or remove T bolts to match instructions 4 1B Prepare P 2A and P 2B extension base profiles by sliding four T bolts in the outer bolt track and five T bolts into the inner bolt track Hand tighten each T bolt to hold in place T C F amp E T URTE i 66 466 es 6868 GEE E wy J CU WARNING Use extreme caution when handling profiles P 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 Profile WWW RSIWW COM 12 of 29 4 2A Place P 2A and P 2B extension base profiles on wood foundation y IMPORTANT Double check that the base profiles fit properly on your platform If not stop and adjust your wood platform 4 2B Make certain P 2B extension base profile is straight and flush against P 1B base profile already installed Adjust position of T bolts in outer bolt track where the
19. e sure base profiles line up at corners and are level Use S 4 wood scews to secure back base profile to wood base NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 6 4B Working from outside loosen and adjust position of T bolts to 6 2 From inside add connector B 7 to each corner Secure each with two S 2C caps fit holes in B 3 connector Secure each with two S 2C caps Ea Connector NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 19 of 29 Connector WWW RSIWW COM Assemble Roof Ridge Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation D Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles VW TAa Prepare required T bolts as shown on page 5 J i NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed Y to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of F parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse Y 4 NOTE Some of the parts listed were removed from your greenhouse The others are included in the extension kit 7 1 Working from outside remove C 2 connector to ensure roof ridge is correctly placed Make sure T bolts remain in place Place parts in staging area until they are reinstalled at the
20. efore beginning assembly 1 2A Working from outside remove B 3 connectors holding F 7 back corner profiles to sides at the base on each side Place parts in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly E N ore cs NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 1 2B Working from inside remove B 7 connectors holding F 6 back profiles to sides at G 1 gutters on each side Place parts in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly m gt N 9 i SP rr re Oi E S yw NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE nesta Connector B 3 2 lt gt S 2C 4 WWW RSIWW COM 6 of 29 1 2C Working from inside remove B 7 connector holding F 2 back profile to R 1 roof ridge Place parts in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly Ww w _ Connector g N XX S 1 3A Working from inside remove B amp corner connectors holding back base gle to side base profiles Place parts in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly 7 NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 1 3B Working from inside remove S 4 wood scews holding back base profile to wood platform Place parts in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly
21. el on other side to secure Do not over tighten as it may damage the vent 9 4A From inside screw S G screw and spacer into the holes on each end of the top of the vent This will secure the vent to the greenhouse in very windy conditions Connector NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE 28 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Secure to Ground Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation 7A F gt ee Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles ld Q Prepare required T bolts as shown on page 5 1 Wa NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of ad V4 parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse lt NOTE Some of the parts listed were removed from your greenhouse The others are included in the extension kit 10 1 Remove the ninety inch 2x4 used as support during this installation 4 NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 7h ye Yo 2 x 4 Lumber J 10 2 Use A 1 ground anchors with A 2 anchor brackets on the inside of the greenhouse to secure it to the ground Place one on each side near the back and end of the extension base profile
22. end of this step 7 2A Working from inside prepare R 1 roof ridge profile by sliding one T bolt and one long bolt into end of bolt track x ge p SE a IMPORTANT T bolts may be in position from when parts were f removed These instructions show proper amount and placement ew needed for assembly Add or remove T bolts to match instructions 7 2B 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 5 10 a a a NOTE Position each B 10 splice with C curve next to center in R 1 and R 1E profile openings 7 2C 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 2 Connector Te Kae WWW RSIWW COM 20 of 29 7 3 Prepare R 1E roof ridge extension profile by sliding one T bolt into one end and three T bolts into the other end of bolt track Hand tighten T bolt on each end to hold in place Connector 7 4A Use two people and a step ladder Place step ladder inside greenhouse Have one person inside greenhouse position R 1E ridge so end with three T bolts is next to R 1 profile
23. f B 3 connector extends past the edges of side and corner profiles B 3 connector sits over B 5 connector Secure all with S 2Ccaps NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER 5 6D Repeat steps 5 6B through 5 6C to secure gutters on other side of greenhouse extension 17 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Reattach Back Wall to Extension Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation j A Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles VA SAY ad Prepare required T bolts as shown on page 5 y J NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed P4 to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of Va parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse NOTE Some of the parts listed were removed from your greenhouse The others are included in the extension kit 6 1A Make sure the T bolts are still in proper position before moving the back wall If they have moved or fallen out then replace them now and hand tighten There is one T bolt near top of F 2 center back profile 6 1B There is one T bolt near a NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE top of F 7 corner profile and one T bolt near corner in F 6 profile on each side
24. k is completed Using TALARE aonana 5 e Always wear work shoes gloves and safety goggles when working Remove Back Wa 6 e Some of the parts have sharp edges and burs Use extreme Extend Wood Platform 2ycacc 8 caution when handling Remover Upper Back Section 10 e Do not lean against or push the greenhouse during assembly Install Extension Kit Base s s s 12 e Take special care not to touch overhead power lines with the Assemble Extension Side Walls 14 Reattach Back Wall to Extension 18 aluminum profiles Assemble Extension Roof Ridge 20 Do not attempt to assemble the greenhouse in windy or wet ee Assemble Extension Roof s s s 23 e Do not position your greenhouse in an area exposed to HSI a 27 P ae P SecuretorGrouUnd E nccsenteriescre 29 excessive wind If using power tools or a step ladder always follow the manufacturer s safety instructions 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 them Make sure the greenhouse complies with local building codes Make sure the greenhouse is properly supported until the extension kit is completely installed We recommend using one 2x4 cut to the height of your greenhouse to support the roof ridge WWW RSIWW COM 2 of 29 Before Beginning 1 Make sure you have all the necessary parts Compare the contents
25. limited warranty is proven to be defective in material or workman ship 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 or replacement is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made Riverstone Industries may in lieu of repair or replace ment 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 autho rized to provide limited warranty services 1 of 46 WWW RSIWW COM Introduction Thank you for purchasing a 4 Foot Extension Kit for your assembled 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 is 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 Monticello line is a modular system which uses an amp x8 greenhouse that can be easily expanded at any time in four foot sections up to 24 feet by 8 feet This kit is also shipped as part of the 8x12 8x16 8x20 and 8x24 greenhouse sizes Each of those sizes
26. n T bolts and adjust position to fit holes in C 2 connector Secure with three S 2C caps NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE Connecter TY k S 2C 2 S 2C 3 WWW RSIWW COM 22 of 29 Assemble Roof Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Prepare required T bolts as shown on page 5 NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse 8 1A_ Prepare all profiles for roof Prepare two F 1 profiles Slide one T bolt into bolt track on each end of profile Tighten to hold in place e 6 amp N IN Sy 8 1B Prepare two F 1 profiles to be used with brace Slide two T bolts into bolt track on one end and one T bolt on the other end of profile 6 amp ee 8 1C Measure 19 e inches from one side of profile Slide middle set screw to that point and tighten to hold in place Tighten the other two set screws on each end of profile 19 498mm Profile Connector TA WWW RSIWW COM 23 of 29 into channel in R 1E roof ridge near corner
27. ners are square and the platform is level Tighten screws into the wood platform until they are flush with the surface WWW RSIWW COM Remove Upper Back Section Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Place parts removed in staging area NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse 3 1A Slide G 4 gutter trim plates out of back G 1 gutter profile Repeat on opposite side Place in staging area a gt S A NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE 3 1B Remove back W 1 roof panel by sliding towards bac of greenhouse The side of the panel facing outside is UV Resistant and will be reinstalled facing out Mark one side of the panel to ensure you will reinstall it with the UV Resistant side facing out Repeat on opposite side and place panels in staging area WWW RSIWW COM 10 of 29 3 2A The gutters are secured together using B 5 connectors and attached to
28. ng from inside repeat steps 5 2A through 5 2D to assemble the other side wall ae N Connector 3 6 r al B 3 5 3A Prepare two G 1 gutter profiles by sliding four T bolts into bottom bolt track Hand tighten each end T bolt to hold in place IMPORTANT Set screws may be in position from when parts were removed These instructions show proper amount and placement needed for assembly Add or remove T bolts to match instructions 5 3B Prepare two G 2 gutter profiles with five T bolts Slide T bolts into bottom bolt track Hand tighten end T bolt to hold in place p gt Frrr Profile Connector TY i a 15 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM 5 4A Prepare the G 2 gutter profile on one side of the greenhouse by sliding two T bolts into bottom bolt track Note If there are unused T bolts there remove them NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE IMPORTANT T bolts may be in position from when parts were removed These instructions show proper amount and placement needed for assembly Add or remove T bolts to match instructions 5 4B Repeat 5 4A to prepare G 2 gutter profile on other side of greenhouse 5 5A Working from inside place G 1 and G 2 gutter profiles fitting top edge of W 1 panels into channels of gutters The G 2 gutter profile is placed next to the G 2 gutter profile on the g
29. ning assembly Buy pressure treated 2x4 lumber You will use two layers with the corner positions staggered for maximum strength The materials listed below are for one extension kit Increase the amounts if you are installing multiple kits NOTE You will be reusing the wood you remove from the back of the greenhouse Materials Tools Four pressure treated 2x4 lumber cut to 4834 long Spirit Level Fifteen 8 3 wood screws Corner Square Phillips Screwdiver Power Drill recommended 2 1A Working from outside remove all wood scews holding wood platform together at the back Place screws in a container in staging area until needed for reassambly 2 1B Carefully remove the back two 97 wood 2x4s Place in staging area NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 8 of 29 2 2A Position the new pressure treated wood along each side Place the longer 2x4s removed from the back at the end You will use two layers with the corner positions staggered for maximum strength 4 Make certain platform is level and corners are square ar NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE IMPORTANT Make certain wood platform is level and square If it is not stop and adjust your platform 2 2B Beginning with each corner secure wood platform every two feet with wood screws As you continue to secure the wood platform double check to make certain the cor
30. of this carton with the List of Parts If any parts are missing or damaged or if you have any questions please 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 You will also be removing parts of your existing greenhouse and reinstalling them at another stage of assembly We recommend placing these parts in the same staging area and placing small parts like set screws in a small container so they do not get lost The manual includes these parts listed next to the step NOTE The quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit then multiply the number of parts by the number of kits 3 Check your location The extension kit is installed at the back of the greenhouse You will need 48 finished length added to the back of your existing greenhouse for each extension kit Make sure the surface is flat and level and if possible with
31. oot Step 10 Secure to Ground away from the back wall e Work Gloves e Tape Measure Phillips Screwdriver Tools Needed Safety Goggles Spirit Level 23 inch spacer Z hese tools are providedwith Fe Step edger s r Nad the original greenhouse kit 3 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM List of Parts The extension kit is shipped in one carton This carton is heavy Use care when lifting Some parts have sharp edges Use extreme caution when handling Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and safety goggles Keep children and pets away until assembly is complete Place all like parts together in a staging area Prepare for each step according to instructions in this manual 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 WARNING Profiles with cut edges and or drilled holes are sharp Use extreme caution when handling F1 a Stans Panels QTY 5 8 Step 5 W 2 1 Step 8 P 2A 1 Step 4 24 324 V P 2B 1 Step 4 BAL p a Assembled Roof Vents QTY R 1E 1 Step 7 i Hardware QTY Trim Plates TY Q Step 9 482 F Steps f carla Stes mint se ZE Steps 4 6 G round Anchors QTY Sip Step 7 A 1
32. re with a threaded stud on each side 9 4D Turn adjusting screw clockwise until arms are aproximately 6 apart NOTE You will use the Gripping Channels in next steps You do not need the other included parts in Window Opener package Handle 9 2A Remove plastic film from both sides of V 2 9 2B Place opener with arm A on bottom factory assembled vents With side labled inside vent Mark screw placement Face inside facing up lay panel Using S 1 screw apply pressure to on flat clean surface Measure and mark center of vent 5 a puncture the panel and predrill holes for next step EE El V 2 i 4 WWW RSIWW COM 27 of 29 9 2C Screw two S 1 screws through V 2 panel Line up gripping channel on other side Continue to screw until secure Do not over tighten as it may damage the vent Connector Gripping Channel NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE S onto curve in ridge profile R 1 V 2 4 J NOTE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE NOTE VIEWS FROM FRONT 9 3B Outside of vent rests on top of ledge on W 2 profile Open vent to attach the other arm of opener to top of inside W 2 profile Position with arm overlapping trim so adjusting screw can move freely Screw two S 1 screws through panel and into gripping chann
33. reenhouse Seams are centered to bolt tracks in F 1 profiles NOTE At back edge of G 1 gutter profile lines up flush with edge of F 7 corner profile 5 5B Place one T bolt on the inside bolt track ik of the gutter at the back Hand tighten both T bolts to hold in place NOTE VIEW FROM INSIDE S 5 5C Repeat steps 5 5A through 5 5B to place gutters on other side J I NOTE VIEWS FROM INSIDE WWW RSIWW COM 16 of 29 5 6A The gutters are secured together using B 5 connectors and attached to F 1 side profiles using B 3 connectors on the outside of the greenhouse The B 3 connector uses the set screw 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 5 6B Begin on one side where the gutter seams meet Arrange T boltss so middle T bolt is centered Fit B 5 connector onto gutter and hold in place using two S 2C caps NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER 5 6C Loosen T bolts on F 1 side profiles and slide down Fit wide part of B 3 connector onto T bolt slide up into place fitting gutter T bolt at other end Tighten T bolts and secure with S 2C caps NOTE The bottom o
34. 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 Remove S 2C caps securring B 3 connector Remove B 3 connector and place parts in a container in staging area NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER 3 2B Remove S 2C caps securing B 5 connector onto gutter Remove B 5 connector and place parts in a container in staging area NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE UNDER GUTTER 3 2C Remove G 1 gutter profile from each side at back They will be used at the end of the greenhouse after the extension kit is installed Place in staging area d N S N Connector NOTE VIEWS FROM OUTSIDE BEE B 3 all S 2C L 11 of 29 WWW RSIWW COM Install Extension Kit Base Make certain the pieces are in the correct positions before assembling Carefully follow the order of assembly to ensure an easy installation Wear proper safety gear including work shoes gloves and goggles Prepare required T bolts as shown on page 5 NOTE The part quantities and drawings in this manual show one extension kit installed to an 8x8 greenhouse If you are installing more than one kit multiply the number of parts by the number of kits Drawings are shown looking at the back of the greenhouse 4 1A Prepare P 1A and P 1B base profiles by sli
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