Harbor Freight Tools 47712 Product manual
Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................. 4
Foundation.................................................. 4
SAFETY FRAME MAINTENANCEFOUNDATION
Frame ......................................................... 8
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Maintenance .............................................. 13
Warranty .................................................... 14
Parts Lists .................................................. 14
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors,
which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Assembly / Installation Precautions
1. Assemble only according to these instructions.
Improper assembly can create hazards.
6. Do not assemble when tired or when under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves during assembly.
3. This unit contains pieces with sharp edges.
The machined edges of the aluminum parts
and the ends of the panel clips may be sharp.
Handle all parts carefully.
4. Keep assembly area clean and well lit.
5. Keep bystanders out of the area during assembly.
Use / Service Precautions
1. This product is not a toy. Do not allow
children to play in or climb on this product.
Although this greenhouse does include some caps,
there are still some exposed sharp edges.
In addition, protective covers may fall off in time.
Children must be supervised if
allowed near the greenhouse.
2. SNOW/DEBRIS ACCUMULATION HAZARD.
The heavy weight of accumulated snow or other
debris can cause parts of this greenhouse to buckle
suddenly. Do not allow debris to accumulate on
top of the greenhouse. If snowfall is expected,
place additional supports (not provided) underneath
the Crown (35). NEVER enter a greenhouse
with accumulated debris on top.
7. Product capabilities apply to properly and
completely assembled product only.
8. Locate the Greenhouse on a flat, level, surface.
A concrete foundation is recommended
for a high-quality installation.
9. WARNING: The brass bushings inside the
Rollers of this product contain lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause
birth defects (or other reproductive harm).
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
3. Use as intended only.
4. Inspect periodically; replace damaged parts
immediately and do not enter greenhouse
if parts are loose or damaged.
5. For your safety, service and maintenance should
be performed regularly by a qualified technician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Specifications
Overall Dimensions 98-1/2″ L x 75-7/8″ W x 77″ H
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Window Dimensions 23″ L x 20″ W
Door Dimensions 64″ H x 24″ W x 1-1/4″ Thick
Materials
Aluminum Thickness 0.038″
Polycarbonate Sheet Thickness 0.165″
Aluminum Frame
Transparent Polycarbonate Sheets
Foundation Installation
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
IMPORTANT–READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
• Prior to assembly, a proper foundation must be laid. The greenhouse must be properly
supported to help prevent property damage and injury in the event of strong winds or
inclement weather. Wind and ground conditions may vary from site to site, and may affect
the practicality and effectiveness of anchoring methods substantially. If you have any
doubt regarding the stability of the foundation you are to use, consult a professional.
• It is always your responsibility to ensure that the greenhouse is properly anchored.
Harbor Freight Tools cannot be held responsible for personal injury, damage to the greenhouse,
or other property damage that occurs as a result of improperly anchoring the greenhouse.
• Be certain to check with local authorities to obtain all required building permits
and to familiarize yourself with any building codes that may apply.
• Decide on a location for the greenhouse. The location should optimally be a
level, well-lit area that is sheltered from the wind. The door of the greenhouse
should not open towards the prevailing wind, if possible.
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Concrete Anchor Foundation
75”
Concrete Anchor
Locations
981/2”
4”
1. This foundation will be assembled out of
4 x 4 treated lumber, hardware, and prefabricated
concrete anchors (none provided).
2. Assemble the 4 x 4 pieces in the
dimensions shown in the diagram below.
The wood will need to be trimmed to fit.
Make certain that the assembly is square and level.
The diagonal dimensions, from outside corner
to outside corner, should be 1233/4″ each.
3. Securely assemble the frame together
using proper hardware.
4. Dig a hole for each of the concrete anchors in
the positions shown. The hole should be slightly
oversized and should be deep enough so that the
frame will rest almost on the ground when installed.
5. Carefully place the anchors in the holes,
and place the frame on the anchors.
Use a level on the frame to make sure that
the anchors are sunk to the proper depth.
If any anchors need to be raised, partially fill the
hole under the anchor with sand or gravel.
6. Once the frame is level, secure it to the anchors.
Fill up the holes the rest of the way with
the earth you removed previously.
7. Optional: For convenience you may fill the
frame at this point with a proper fill material,
such as gravel (not included).
8. There are four Floor Plates to position on
the foundation; the Front Floor Plate (17),
the Rear Floor Plate (16), and
two Side Floor Plates (34).
(See Figure G on page 8.)
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Figure A: Wood Frame Dimensions
9. Match the length of each of the
four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34) with the appropriate
length of each edge of the base.
Place the Front Floor Plate (17) on
the side that the door will face.
NOTE: Position the four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34)
with their outer edges overhanging the outer edges
of the frame, as shown below. Do not secure
the Floor Plates to the Frame at this time.
Figure B: Concrete Anchor Foundation - Cross Section
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Treated Wood Base Foundation
75”
981/2”
12”
L-Brackets
Top & Bottom
4 x 6
2 x 12
Front Floor
Plate (17)
ground
outside
green-
house
Gravel
(inside greenhouse)
4 x 6
2 x 12
Rear/Side
Floor Plates (16,34)
ground
outside
green-
house
Gravel
(inside greenhouse)
1. The wood base will be assembled out of 4 x 6
and 2 x 12 treated lumber, hardware (including
galvanized lag bolts/deck screws), and
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fill material, such as gravel (none provided).
2. Assemble the 2 x 12 pieces in the dimensions
shown in the diagram below. The wood will
need to be trimmed to fit. Make certain that the
assembly is square and level. The diagonal
dimensions, from outside corner to outside corner,
should be 1233/4″ each. Also use a level to
ensure that the base is even. If needed, fill under
sections of the base to make sure it is level.
3. Assemble the 4 x 6 pieces on top of the
base you just assembled, as shown in the
cross section below. Fill the base with the
fill material up to the top of the 4 x 6's.
4. There are four Floor Plates to position on
the foundation; the Front Floor Plate (17),
the Rear Floor Plate (16),
and two Side Floor Plates (34).
(See Figure G on page 8.)
5. Match the length of each of the
four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34) with the appropriate
length of each edge of the base.
Place the Front Floor Plate (17) on
the side that the door will face.
NOTE: Position the four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34)
with their outer edges overhanging the outer edges
of the base, as shown below. Do not secure
the Floor Plates to the Base at this time.
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Figure C: Wood Base Dimensions
Figure D: Wood Base Cross Section
Concrete Slab Foundation
Wood Sill
Concrete Foundation
outside
greenhouse
inside
greenhouse
Two 11/2” Long
Wood Screws
in each
Front Floor
Plate (17)
Wood Sill
Concrete Foundation
outside
greenhouse
inside
greenhouse
Two 11/2” Long
Wood Screws
in each
Rear/Side Floor
Plate (16, 34)
Constructing a Wooden Sill
1. The greenhouse must be attached to a
wood sill, and not directly to a concrete slab.
Use four4″wideby2″thick wooden boards
(not provided) to construct a sill.
2. Cut the four boards to the proper dimensions shown.
3. Place the four boards to form a
rectangle on a level floor surface.
4. Exact dimensions may vary slightly.
Lay the base components out together,
square them, then take actual measurements.
Both diagonal measurements, from outer corner
to outer corner, should be 1233/4″ each.
5. Secure the boards together at the corners
using wood screws (not provided).
Attaching the Sill to the Concrete Slab
1. A concrete slab foundation upon which the
Greenhouse will be positioned will help to
ensure stability. The slab can be slightly oversize.
2. Drill two 1/4″ holes through each of the four boards.
3. Next, use the two predrilled holes in each board as
a template to mark the points where eight anchor
holes will be drilled in the concrete floor.
Then, temporarily remove the sill.
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Figure E: Wood Sill Dimensions
5. Move the four boards back to the concrete floor
surface, and align all eight predrilled holes in the four
boards with the eight previously drilled anchor holes.
If necessary, level the boards by inserting stainless
steel shims (sold separately) between the boards and
the concrete floor. Do not exceed 1/2″ shim thickness.
6. Secure the four boards to the concrete floor,
using eight 1/4″ diameter anchor bolts of appropriate
length, eight washers, and eight nuts (not provided).
4. Where previously marked on the
concrete floor, drill all eight 1/4″ diameter,
minimum 4″ deep, anchor holes.
Blow the concrete dust out from the drilled holes.
Positioning the Floor Plates on the Sill
1. There are four Floor Plates to
attach to the sill; the Front Floor Plate (17),
the Rear Floor Plate (16), and two Side Floor
Plates (34).(See Figure G on page 8.)
2. Match the length of each of the
four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34) with the appropriate
length of each of the four foundation boards.
Place the Front Floor Plate (17) on
the side that the door will face.
NOTE: Position the four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34)
with their outer edges overhanging the outer edges
of the sill, as shown below. Do not secure
the Floor Plates to the Sill at this time.
Figure F: Sill Cross Section
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Frame Assembly
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
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• Unlessnotedotherwise,attachallframepartsusingtheBolts(43)andNuts(52)provided.
Tighten nuts only about 1/4 turn past finger tight; be careful not to overtighten.
• Lay out all parts by number prior to assembly.
• Use an assistant or an appropriate support (not included) to keep the partially assembled parts upright
during assembly. Use two assistants to assemble the Crown pieces to the rest of the frame.
• Assemble on a clear, calm day. Wind will damage the Greenhouse and make assembly difficult.
Assembling the Frame Edges
Side
Ceiling
Plate (36)
1. There are four Corner Studs (1) to be
attached to the four Floor Plates (16, 17, 34).
Attach one Corner Stud (1) on the outside of
each corner. Attach an End Cap (47) to the
top outer corner of each Corner Stud (1).
(Rear)
(Left)
Figure G: Frame Edges
2. Once the four Corner Studs (1) are connected to the
Floor Plates (16, 17, 34), drill three pilot holes 11/2″
through each Floor Plate and into the underlying
wood sill or base. Make sure not to drill into any of
the hardware used earlier. Then, secure the Floor
Plates to the foundation, using three 11/2″ long wood
screws (sold separately) for each Floor Plate.
(Right)
(Front)
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3. Attach a Side Ceiling Plate (36) flat against the
inside of two Corner Studs (1). Make sure that the
gutter on the Side Ceiling Plate is oriented correctly,
see Figure G inset. At this point, the completed
section of the frame will likely need support.
4. Attach the Rear Ceiling Plate (21) to
the inside of the two Corner Studs (1)
that are over the Rear Floor Plate (16).
Point the Rear Ceiling Plate’s flange inward.
(See Figure G.)
5. Attach the Left and Right Rear Studs (8,9) to
the outside of the Rear Floor Plate (16) and
Rear Ceiling Plate (21). Orient them so that
the ends slope upwards toward the middle
of the greenhouse. (See Figure G.)
Note: The heads of the Bolts (43) fit
into the slot on the back of the Stud,
holding the Bolts in place during assembly.
6. Attach the remaining Side Ceiling Plate (36)
along the other side, flat against the inside of the
Corner Studs (1), with the gutter oriented properly.
8. Attach the Front Crown Beams (2,3)
to the Crown (35) in the same fashion
as the Rear Crown Beams.
9. Attach an End Cap (47) onto the outer end
of each Crown Beam (2-5). Cover the gaps
between the Crown Beams (between 2-3 & 4-5)
with a Peak Cap (54) in each.
10. Attach a Corner Bracket (13) at the top of
each Corner Stud (1) so that the bracket faces
upwards, see diagram below. At the Studs that the
Rear Ceiling Plate (21) is connected to, the Bolt (43)
holding the Ceiling Plate on will need to be removed
temporarily while the Bracket is installed between
the Rear Ceiling Plate and the Corner Stud.
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7. At the side of the Greenhouse: Attach the
Rear Right and Rear Left Crown Beams (4,5)
to the outside of the Crown (35) with the angled
edges towards the top. See diagram below,
viewed from under the Crown, facing back.
11. With two assistants, lift the Crown Assembly
and place the Crown Beams (2-5) on
top of the Corner Brackets (13).
12. Attach the remaining Side Ceiling Plate (36)
flat against the inside of two Corner Studs (1).
Once again, verify that the gutter on the Side Ceiling
Plate is oriented correctly, see Figure C inset.
At this point, the unit should be more stable.
13. Place the Gutter Caps (48) onto the ends of the
Side Ceiling Plates (36) oriented with a gap in the
bottom to allow water to drain out of the gutters.
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Assembling the Side and Roof Frames
36
36
35
34
34
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10
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11
11*
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11
11*
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15
15
22
22
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22
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IMPORTANT: Assemble all parts marked with an asterisk (*) above with an extra Bolt (43) in the slot.
Figure H: Stud and Brace Locations
1. Attach three Side Vertical Studs (10) to a
Side Floor Plate (34) and a Side Ceiling Plate (36).
Make sure that they are assembled vertically, there
are extra holes for the diagonals. Also, include
extra Bolts in the Studs noted above with asterisks.
Repeat this Step for the remaining Side Floor Plate
and Side Ceiling Plate. (See Figure H.)
2. Attach two Side Diagonal Braces (22) to a Side
Floor Plate (34) and a Side Ceiling Plate (36)
with the flange facing inward. Use the extra
Bolt (43), noted in the caption above, to secure
the center portion of each Diagonal Brace (22).
Repeat this Step for the remaining Side Floor Plate
and Side Ceiling Plate. (See Figure H.)
3. Attach the six Roof Studs (11) between the
Crown (35) and the two Side Ceiling Plates (36).
Include extra Bolts in the four Studs noted
with an asterisk above. (See Figure H.)
4. Slide the Window Support Beams (15) onto the four
Roof Studs (11) that you included extra bolts in,
with the predrilled holes on the underside and
the flat side facing the Crown (35). Use the extra
Bolts (43), to secure the Beam loosely in place.
It will need adjustment when installing the window.
5. Using two Window Screws (45), attach each
Window Stop (18) to the Window Support Beam (15)
with its tab pointing towards the Crown (35).
Both should be on the underside of their
Window Support Beam, inside the greenhouse.
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