Harbor Freight Tools 69893 Owner's Manual
Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................. 4
Assembly .................................................... 5
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Maintenance .............................................. 29
Warranty .................................................... 32
Parts Lists .................................................. 30
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.
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
6. Do not assemble when tired or when under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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.)
of the greenhouse. If snowfall is expected,
place additional supports
(not provided) underneath the Crown.
NEVER enter a greenhouse with
accumulated debris on top.
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 1201/2″ W x 1441/2″ L x 123″ H
Window Dimensions 231/4″ W x 311/4″ L
Door Dimensions 751/2″ H x 351/2″ W x 11/4″ Thick
Materials
Aluminum Thickness 0.038″
Polycarbonate Sheet Thickness 0.165″
Aluminum Frame
Transparent Polycarbonate Sheets
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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.
IMPORTANT–READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
• Thefirststepinassemblyistoassembleaproperbase.Thegreenhouse
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 base/foundation you are to use, consult a professional.
• Itisalwaysyourresponsibilitytoensurethatthegreenhouseisproperlyanchored.
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.
• Becertaintocheckwithlocalauthoritiestoobtainallrequiredbuildingpermits
and to familiarize yourself with any building codes that may apply.
• Decideonalocationforthegreenhouse.Thelocationshouldoptimally
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.
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIPS
• AssembleBoltswiththeirheadsfacingtheoutsideofthe
greenhouse, unless stated otherwise. Tighten Nuts (67) only about
1/4 turn past finger-tight; be careful not to overtighten.
• Layoutallpartsbynumberpriortoassembly.
• Atleasttwoassistantswillbenecessaryduringassembly.
• Assembleonaclear,calmday.Windwilldamagethe
Greenhouseandmakeassemblydifficult.
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are fastened using
32 Base Bolts (68)
All parts in this phase
and 32 Base Nuts (69).
Phase 1: Base Assembly
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Base Assembly Instructions
1. Excavate an area for the base of the
greenhouse.
The area must be 10′ 2″ wide by
12′ 2″ long by 5″ deep. The floor of
the hole must be level and square.
The diagonal dimensions, from corner
to corner, should each be 15′ 5″.
2. Assemble the Base outside
the hole as shown below.
Note that the angled edges of the
Base Plates (43, 44) need to face the
corners of the base. Use Base Bolts (68),
Base Nuts (69), and Connectors (45, 46)
to secure the pieces together.
3. With assistance,
lower the Base into the hole.
The diagonal dimensions,
from outside corner to outside corner,
must be equal for the base to be square.
4. Fill the hole around the outside
of the base with soil.
5. This base will need to be filled with
about 40 cubic feet of gravel or another
appropriate fill material (not provided).
The gravel should reach up to about
1″ below the lip of the base.
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Plate
Base
b
attachment
Hold-down Connector (47)
Plate
Floor
Grey parts are in place before this phase.
a
c
gravel
a. Slide Connector (47) under lip.
b. Insert Regular Bolt (65).
c. Fasten with Nut (67)
43
(Right)
3
43
44
2a
(Front)
4
47
44
1a
3
43
6
44
(Left)
(Rear)
5
44
Phase 2: Floor Plate Installation
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4
43
38 Nuts (67),
are fastened using
All parts in this phase
and 4 Floor Plate
38 Normal Bolts (65),
Brackets(82).
Floor Plate Installation Instructions
Front Floor
Plate (1a, 2a)
Rear/Side
Floor Plates
(3 – 6)
gravel
ground
outside
greenhouse
Base Plate
(43, 44)
Cross Section
1. When placing the Floor Plates (1a–6)
on top of the Base Plates (43, 44), align
them as illustrated above. The lip should
extend slightly over the edge of the Base
Plate and the raised flange with bolt holes
should face inside the greenhouse.
2. Place the Front-Left Floor Plate (1a)
on top of the Base Plate (44).
Lay the Front-Right Floor Plate (2a)
next to it.
3. Fasten the Front Floor Plates (1a, 2a)
together using a Floor Plate Bracket (82),
and secure to the Base Plate (44) using
a Hold-down Connector (47) over one of
the Bolts (65), see inset on facing page.
4. Place the Side Floor Plates (4) on
the Side Base Plates (43) on the
front-right and rear-left corners as illustrated.
Lay the Long Side Floor Plates (3)
next to them.
5. Fasten the Side Floor Plates (3, 4) together
using Floor Plate Brackets (82), and secure
to the Base Plates (43) using 3 Holddown Connectors (47) on each side of
the greenhouse in the places illustrated;
see illustration and inset on facing page.
6. Lay the Rear-right Floor Plate (6) next
to the Rear-left Floor Plate (5). Fasten
the Rear Floor Plates (5, 6) together
using a Floor Plate Bracket (82).
7. Place the assembled Rear Floor
Plates (5, 6) on top of the Base Plates (44).
8. Secure the Rear Floor Plates (5, 6) to
the Base Plates (44) using 2 Hold-down
Connectors (47) in the locations shown;
see illustration and inset on facing page.
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67
67
Plate
Base
b
Hold-down Connector (47)
attachment with Strut (79, 80)
Plate
Floor
Grey parts are in place before this phase.
a
c
gravel
d
a. Slide Connector (47) under lip.
b. Insert Brace Bolt (66).
c. Slide Strut (79, 80) over Bolt.
d. Fasten with Nut (67)
49
3
80
(Right)
49
7
79
2a
(Front)
4
1a
79
7
80
3
65
65
49
7
7
47
47
79
31
49
80
6
(Rear)
79
7
31
(Left)
4
80
5
Parts in this phase
are fastened using
10 Normal Bolts (65),
and 26 Nuts (67).
14 Brace Bolts (66),
2 Double Brace Bolts (78),
Phase 3: Corner Post Installation
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