0’ x 12” MERIDIAN WOOD GAZEBO with ALUMINUM ROOF Installation and Operating Instructions — YM11824 IMPORTANT, RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE: READ CAREFULLY Revised 07-30-2021 i Artistry — North America Toll Free Customer Support: 1.888.509.4382 www.yardistrystructures.
A\Important Safety Notice! Artistry components are intended for privacy, decorative and ornamental use only. Product is NOT INTENDED for the following: « A safety barrier to prevent unsupervised access to pools, hot tubs, spas or ponds. « As load bearing support for a building, structure, heavy objects or swings. « Used in structures that trap wind, rain or snow that would create extra load on the product. Accumulated snow must be removed from roof. DO NOT climb or walk on roof for any reason.
Limited Warren This Warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights as well which vary from state to state or province to province. This warranty excludes all consequential damages, however, some states/provinces do not allow the limitation or exclusion of consequential damages, and therefore this limitation may not apply to you.
Instructions for Proper Maintenance Your Artistry structure is designed and constructed of quality materials. As with all outdoor products it will weather and wear. To maximize the enjoyment, safety and life of your structure it is important that you, the owner, properly maintain it. HARDWARE: + Check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint using a non-lead paint complying with 16 CFR 1303. + Inspect and tighten all hardware after completion of assembly; after first month of use; and then annually.
Assembly Tips Following are some helpful tips to make the assembly process smooth and efficient. PER-ASSEMBLIES: (i.e. Post and Beam Assemblies, Roof Rafter Assembly, etc) « Work on a raised, solid and flat surface such as, a table or saw horse. « Keep all connections flush where shown in the instructions. + When assembling the beams keep parts flat, straight and snug when connecting. METAL PARTS: + Roofing material may have sharp edges, wear safety gloves.
Permanent Installation Examples Note: It is critically important you start with square, solid and level footings, concrete pad or deck to attach your Pergola Room. We supply Post Mounts with this structure which gives you the flexibility to permanently install your structure to a per-existing or new wood or concrete surface. = The hardware to attach the Post Mount to the structure is included.
Permanent Installation Examples cont. Concrete Patio [min. 3.705 m x 3.096 m x with 15.24 cm (6”) clearance on all sides Anchoring Hardware not included \. A . Wood Deck [min. 3.705 m x 3.096 m x with 15.24 cm on all sides . . Anchoring Hardware not Included . . Post Mount Anchoring Hardware {not included) Post Mounts have a 1.27 cm diameter hole for anchoring hardware.
7 1 Dimensions are approximate and are shown to assist in the identification of parts for Part Identification { assembly. Actual Dimensions may be smaller or larger. ) 2pc. (1085) Long Strap 2233.6mm [1 [1 A\N 2pc. (939) Strap Long 1721.9mm (87-1316) AJ bolivares (1098) Strap Long LT 1726.1mm (67-15116") KR Y50131-1088 IT i 2pe. (1099) Strap Long RT 1116.1mm [ vso131-1080 J Ys0131-1085 2pc. (861) Tie 1985mm ~~ Y50131-961 ~~ 2pc. (1082) Fascia Right Short 1530.8mm [Iz vso131-1082 : &] 2pc.
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Step 1: Inventory Parts Read This Before Starting Assembly A. This is the time for you to inventory all your hardware, wood and accessories, referencing the parts identification sheets. This will assist you with your assembly. + Each step indicates which bolts and/or screws you will need for assembly, as well as any flat washers, lock washers, t-nuts or lock nuts. B. If there are any missing or damaged pieces or you need assistance with assembly please contact the consumer relations department directly.
Step 2: Post Assemblies A: At the bottom of each (752) Post insert two 5/16" T-Nuts as shown in fig. 2.1 and 2.2. B: At the bottom of each (752) Post place two Post Mounts tight to the bottom and inside faces as shown in fig. 2.1 and 2.2. Loosely attach with one 5/16 x Hex Bolt (with 5/16” lock washer and large washer) per mount so they connect fo the T-Nuts. C: On each side of the Posts, place one (738) Plinth flush to the bottom and attach with four #8 x Wood Screws per plinth. Rounded edges on top. (fig.
Step 3: Short Beam Assembly Part 1 A: Connect one (725) Left Outside Beam and one (726) Right Outside Beam using two 5/16 x Hex Bolts {with 5/16” lock washer, 1/4 5/16" large washer and 5/16" t-nut) as shown in fig. 3.1 and 3.2. B: Connect one (727) Inside Short Beam to each end of ons (728) Inside Long Beam using two 5/16 x Hex Bolts (with 5/16” lock washer, 1/4 5/16" large washer and 5/16” t-nut) per end as shown in fig. 3.1 and 3.2.
Step 3: Short Beam Assembly Part 2 D: Place one Outside Beam Assembly on one Inside Beam Assembly so the ends are flush. Match the bolt holes in each (727) Inside Short Beam and (728) Inside Long Beam with the bolt holes in (725) Left Outside Beam and (726) Right Outside Beam. Attach with 13 #8 x Wood Screws. (fig. 3.3 and 3.4) E: Repeat Step D one more time to make two Short Beam Assemblies. Flush Flg.
Step 4: Long Beam Assembly Part 1 A: Connect one (1236) Right Outside Beam Long and one (1237) Left Outside Beam Long using two 5/16 x Hex Bolts (with 5/16" lock washer, large washer and 5/16" t-nut) as shown in F4.1 and F4.2. B: Connect one (1238) Inside End Beam to each end of one (1239) Inside Beam Long using one 5/16 x Hex Bolts (with 5/16” lock washer, large washer and 5/16" t-nut} in the top hole only, per end, as shown in F4.1 and F4.3.
Step 4: Long Beam Assembly Part 2 D: Place one Outside Long Beam Assembly tight to one Long Beam End Assembly so the ends are flush. Match the bolt holes in each (1238) Inside End Beam and (1239) Inside Beam Long with the bolt holes in (1236) Right Outside Beam Long and (1237) Left Outside Beam Long. Attach with 16 #8 x Wood Screws. (F4.4 and F4.5) E: Repeat Step D to make a second Long Beam Assembly. (1238) Inside End Beam (1238) Right Outside Outside Long Beam Long Beam Assembly F4.
Step 5: Frame Assembly Part 1 Short Side A: On a hard, flat surface place one Short Beam Assembly against the outside of two Post Assemblies on the short sides, flush to the tops and outside corners. Notice bolt holes are towards the bottom. Attach Beam to Post, through the bottom hole, with one 3/8 x Hex Bolt (with two 3/8" large washers and one 3/8" lock nut) per post. (F5.1 and F5.2) The distance from the outside of one Post Assembly to the outside of the second Post Assembly should be 9' (2.791m).
Step 5: Frame Assembly Part 2 Short Side Note: The beveled ends on each gusset should always face away from the wood If is attaching to. C: Make sure each Short Side assembly is square with the Post Assemblies then facing one Short Beam Assembly from the outside place one (740) Short Right Gusset on the right hand side so the top fits tight to the Short Beam Assembly and the bottom fits tight to the Post Assembly.
Step 5: Frame Assembly Da Part 3 Short Side = % E: Make sure the assembly is still square then in the top hole of the Short Beam Assembly attach to Post Assembly with one 5/16 x Lag Screw (with large washer) per end. (F5.6 and F5.7) F: Repeat Steps C E for second Short Side Assembly. Short Beam 3 Assembly : (740) Short Right Gusset rge Washer 5/18 x 4-347, Lag Screw F5.7 Hardware 4 x 5/16 x Lag Screw large washer) 20 supportgRyardistrystiuciurss.
steps Frame sempstress (50) A) 4) ($9) (2 A: Move your Post Assemblies to the final location. Make sure F6.1 the ground is flat and level before continuing assembly. B: Stand each Short Side Assembly then place one Long Beam Assembly against the long sides of each post, flush to the tops tight to the Short Side Assemblies. Notice bolt holes on the Long Beam Assembly are towards the bottom.
Step 6: Frame Assembly Part 2 Long Side (R)4 it E: Make sure the assembly is still square then in the bottom holes of the Long Beam Assemblies attach to Post Assemblies with one 5/16 x Lag Screw (with large washer) per end. (F6.4 and F6.5) F: Depending on what you are placing the Gazebo on will determine how you anchor it to that surface. Please refer to pages 6 and 7 for installation examples. Any hardware or extra materials for mounting will have to be purchased In advance. (740) Short Right Gusset F6.
Step 7: Fascia Beam Assemblies A: Tightly connect one (1083) Fascia Left Short and one (1082) Fascia Right Short using one 5/16 x Hex Bolt (with 5/16” lock washer, large washer and 5/16” t-nut) as shown in F7.1 and F7.2. Repeat to make a second Fascia Beam Assembly. B: Tightly connect one (1092) Fascia Left Long and one (1091) Fascia Right Long using one 5/16 x Hex Bolt (with 5/16” lock washer, large washer and 5/16” t-nut) as shown in F7.3 and F7.4. Repeat to make a second Large Fascia Beam Assembly.
Step 8: Small Roof Rafter Assembly Part 1 A: On each side of one (1088) Rafter place one (1080) LT Corner Rafter and one (1081) RT Comer Rafter so the tops and edges are flush then attach with two #8 x 2° Wood Screws per side. (F8.1 and F8.2) B: Place Fascia Beam Assembly from Step 7A on the bottom of (1080) LT Comer Rafter, (1081) RT Comer Rafter and (1088) Rafter so the sides are flush then attach with two #8 x 2" Wood Screws at each end and one #8 x Wood Screw in the middle. (F8.1 and F8.
Step 8: Small Roof Rafter Assembly Part 2 D: Place one (1084) Short Strap in the notches of (1080) LT Comer Rafter, (1081) RT Comer Rafter and (1088) Rafter so the ends do not overhang the outside edges of the outside boards then attach with six #8 x Wood Screws. (F8.4) E: Place one (1085) Long Strap in the notches of (1080) LT Corner Rafter, (1081) RT Corner Rafter and (1088) Rafter so the ends do not overhang the outside edges of the outside boards. Do not attach yet. (F8.
Step 9: Attach Rafter Beam Brackets Small Roof Rafter Assembly A: On the Back of one Small Roof Rafter Assembly place one Rafter Beam Bracket on (1086) Rafter Short Right, (1087) Rafter Short Left and (1088) Rafter. Loosely attach each bracket fo rafters with one 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt (with two large washers and one 1/4” lock nut). Make sure to only install on one Small Roof Rafter Assembly, the second will not have brackets. (F9.1 and F9.2) Fo oe Back View (1986) (1087) 14x 2 Hex Bolt \ Lars Washer r 4 Large R
Step 10: Large Roof Rafter Assembly Part 1 A: On each side of one (1097) Top place one (1088) Rafter so the tops and edges are flush then attach with two #8 x Wood Screws per side. (F10.1 and F10.2) B: Place Large Fascia Beam Assembly from Step 7B on the bottom of (1088) Rafters so the sides are flush and holes are centered on the (1088) Rafters then attach with two #8 x Wood Screws per (1088) Rafter. (F10.1 and F10.3) C: Repeat Steps A and B to make a second Large Roof Rafter Assembly. Flush F10.
Step 10: Large Roof Rafter Assembly Part 2 D: Beside each (1088) Rafter place one (1080) LT Corner Rafter and one (1081) RT Corner Rafter so the tops and edges are flush and the bottom edges are flush to Large Fascia Beam Assembly then attach with two #8 x Wood Screws to the top and and two #8 x 2” Wood Screws in the bottom of the rafters per side. (F10.4, F10.5 and F10.6) E: Repeat Step D for the second Large Roof Rafter Assembly.
Step 10: Large Roof Rafter Assembly Part 3 F: Place one (939) Strap Long in the notches of (1080) LT Comer Rafter, (1081) RT Corner Rafter and both (1088) Rafters so the ends do not overhang the outside edges of the outside boards then attach with eight #8 x Wood Screws. (F10.7) G: Place one (1098) Strap Long LT in the notches of (1080) LT Comer Rafter and both (1088) Rafters and one (1099) Strap Long RT in the notches of (1081) RT Comer Rafter and one (1088) Rafter, tight to (1098) Strap Long LT.
Step 11: Attach Rafter Beam Brackets Large Roof Rafter Assembly A: On the Back of both Large Roof Rafter Assemblies place one Rafter Beam Bracket on (1086) Rafter Short Right, (1087) Rafter Short Left and both (1088) Rafters. Loosely attach each bracket to rafters with one 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolt (with two large washers and one 1/4” lock nut). (F11.1 and F11.2) (1088) F11.
INSTALLING ROOFING MATERIAL CAUTION! Roofing material may have sharp edges! Wear gloves! HANDLE WITH CARE! Place roofing material on a non-abrasive surface before assembly as it can bend, dent and scratch easily. WARNING —DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN ROOFING SCREWS! Over tightening screws will cause roofing material to crush. Over lightened and Crushed Snug and Tight The roofing screws can easily crush the Roof Panels and Roof Edges when using a power drill.
INSTALLING ROOFING MATERIAL CAUTION! Roofing material may have sharp edges! Wear gloves! BE SURE TO REMOVE ALL PLASTIC COVERING, ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ALUMINUM PANELS AND TRIM, DIRECTLY BEFORE INSTALLING EACH PIECE. (One side is clear and the other is blue, both must be removed.
Step 12: Attach Roof Panels Small Roof Part 1 A: Place one Long Panel Left on the front of one Small Roof Rafter Assembly so it is flush to the side of (1080) LT Comer Rafter and a slight overhang at the bottom of the Fascia Beam Assembly. Holes should line up with (1088) Rafter. (F12.1 and F12.2) B: Place one Long Panel Right on Small Roof Rafter Assembly so it overlaps the Long Panel Left and it is flush to the side of (1081) RT Comer Rafter and a slight overhang at the bottom of the Fascia Beam Assembly.
Step 12: Attach Roof Panels Small Roof Part 2 E: Place one Short Panel Left on Small Roof Rafter Assembly so it overlaps the Long Panel Left and it is flush to the sides of (1080) LT Comer Rafter and a slight overhang at the bottom of the Fascia Beam Assembly. There should be no overhanging at the comers. (F12.3 and F12.
Step 13: Attach Ridge Clips and Roof Edges Small Roof A: Place one Roof Edge Left 59-3/4 and one Roof Edge Right 59-3/4 on the bottom of each Small Roof Rafter Assembly so the ends are flush with the outside ends of the Fascia Beam Assembly and meet tight in the center. Attach both Roof Edges with Roofing Screws per Small Roof Rafter assembly. (F13.1 and F13.2) B: Place one Weather Seal on the inside of each Ridge Clip 85.25 then place one Ridge Clip 85.
Step 14: Attach Roof Panels Large Roof Part 1 A: Place one Middle Panel on the front of one Large Roof Rafter Assembly so it slightly overhangs the top of (1097) Top and an overhang at the bottom of the Large Fascia Beam Assembly. Holes should line up with (1088) Rafter and (939), (1098) and (1099) Straps (F14.
Step 14: Attach Roof Panels Large Roof Part 2 C: Place one Short Panel Left so it overlaps the Long Panel Left and it is flush to the sides of (1080) LT Corner Rafter and one Short Panel Right so it overlaps the Long Panel Right and it is flush to the side of (1081) RT Comer Rafter. There will be a slight overhang at the bottom of the Large Fascia Beam Assembly. There should be no overhang at the corners. (F14.3 and F14.4) D: Make sure all panels fit properly then attach with Roofing Screws.
Step 14: Attach Roof Panels Large Roof Part 3 F: On one Large Roof Rafter Assembly place one (936) Spacer flush to the outside edges and centered on (1097) Top then attach with six #8 x Wood Screws. (F14.5 and F14.6) (936) Spacer #8 x Wood Screws (x6) F14.6 (1097) Top Wood Parts Hardware 1 x (936) Spacer Wood Screws 38 supportgRyardistrystiuciurss.
Step 15: Attach Ridge Clips and Roof Edges Large Roof A: Place one Roof Edge Left 59-3/4 and one Roof Edge Right 83-3/4 on the bottom of each Large Roof Rafter Assembly so the ends are flush with the outside ends of the Large Fascia Beam Assembly and meet tight in the center. Attach both Roof Edges with Roofing Screws per Large Roof Rafter assembly. {(F15.1 and F15.2) B: Place one Weather Seal on the inside of each Ridge Clip 85.25 then place one Ridge Clip 85.
Step 16: Attach Roof Panels to Frame (21) [1 Part 1 A: From inside the Post Assemblies measure (1.26 m) to mark the center of each Short Beam Assembly. (F16.1) B: With all four assemblers place Small Roof Panel Assembly with Rafter Beam Brackets just in front of the Posts then raise over Short Beam Assembly, taking care not to drag the panel on the beams. Make sure the middle Rafter Beam Bracket lines up to the center mark. (F16.1) Mark contra Small Roof Panel location Assembly, F16.
Step 16: Attach Roof Panels to Frame (2 Part 2 C: Lift a Large Roof Panel Assembly with Rafter Beam Brackets over Long Beam Assembly taking care not to drag the panel on the beams. Make sure the Rafter Comers are flush with each other. One person must remain on the center ladder to hold both panels in place until three panels are up and secure. (F16.2 and F16.
Step 16: Attach Roof Panels to Frame (A) 5) Part 3 Small Roof Panel Assembly F16.5 E: Lift second Large Roof Panel Assembly with Rafter Beam Brackets over Large Beam Assembly taking care not to drag the panel on the beams then set in place beside the Small Roof Panel Assembly. (F16.5) F: Starting at the bottom and working up connect Large Roof Panel Assembly to Small Roof Panel Assembly through the Rafter Comers with three 1/4 x Hex Bolts (with two large washers and one 1/4” lock nut).
Step 17: Roof Peak Assembly A: Insert two Carriage Bolts with Contoured Washers through the top of Peak Cap Long, into Peak Post then Spring Clip. The Spring Clip holds the assembly together. (F17.1 and F17.2) B: Insert one 1/4" Nut into each Peak Loop. Be careful nut is loose and will fall out until attached to Peak Cap Assembly. (F17.3)} Carriage Bolt F17.3 Peak Loop ons ya Components: amen spent 2 Contoured Washer Peak Loop sie 43 supportgRyardistrystiuciurss.
Step 18: Attach Roof Peak to Roof Panels (A) 5) A: Insert Roof Peak Assembly in gap between Large and Small Roof Panels. Peak Cap Long to be lined up with Rafter Comers. (F18.1 and F18.2) B: Insert two Roof Peak Brackets through each Carriage Bolt and attach Peak Loop to Carriage Bolts then twist to tighten loosely. C: Loosely attach one set of Roof Peak Brackets to the Rafter Corners of the connected Large and Small Roof Panels in the slotted holes with four #10 x Pan Screws.
Step 19: Attach Final Roof Panel A Part 1 A: Lift last Small Roof Panel Assembly (without Rafter Beam Brackets) over Short Beam Assembly taking care not to drag the panel on the beams. Panel fits under the Peak Cap Long, push up on Peak Loop to lift Peak Cap Long. The center of the other panels may have to be pushed up to fit fourth panel. (F19.1 and F19.2) F19.1 Small Roof, Panel Assembly Small Roof Panel 45 supportgRyardistrystiuciurss.
Step 19: Attach Final Roof Panel A 1 Part 2 Remember to push up center to assist with alignment. B: Starting at the bottom and working up loosely connect Roof Panel Assemblies through the Rafter Corners with three 1/4 x Hex Bolts (with two large washers and one 1/4” lock nut) per side. To align bolt holes helper on the center ladder may have to push up in the center of the panels and others make sure corners are aligned. Tighten bolts when all six have been installed. (F19.3 and F19.
Step 19: Attach Final Roof Panel A 1 Part 3 C: On the Small Roof Rafter Assembly just installed, place one Rafter Beam Bracket on each (1086) Rafter Short Right, (1087) Rafter Short Left and (1088) Rafter. Loosely attach each bracket to rafters with one 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt (with two large washers and one 1/4" lock nut). (F19.6) Attach to Rafter Short Right, Rafter Short Left and Rafter 1/45/16" Large 145/16" Washer ) Age.
Step 20: Secure Roof Corners A: Make sure middle Rafter Beam Brackets are lined up over center mark and all are flush and tight to the Beam Assemblies. Lift in center if needed to adjust Roof Panel Assemblies. B: From outside the assembly attach Roof Panel Assemblies together at the Fascia Beam Assembly Ends with two #8 x Wood Screws per comer. A helper may need to lift the center of the roof to bring the comers tight together. (F20.1 and F20.
Step 21: Attach Corner and Beam Caps (AH) A: At each corner place one Comer Cap tight to Fascia Assemblies, push up so the bottom is tight to the bottom of the assemblies then attach with four #8 x 3/4" Sheet Metal Screws per Corner Cap. {F21.1 and F21.2) #8x 314" Sheet Metal Sower #3 34" Sheet Metal Screw Fascia Lee Assembly if. Fascia Assembly Components: Hardware 4 x Comer Cap 3/4” Sheet Metal Screw 49 supportgRyardistrystiuciurss.
Step 22: Secure Rafter Beam Brackets A: From inside the assembly attach Rafter Beam Brackets to beams and rafters with four #10 x Pan Screws per bracket. (F22.1 and F22.2) B: Tighten all bolts in Rafter Beam Brackets. (F22.1 and F22.
Step 23: Secure Roof Peak Brackets 1 A: Tighten the six screws in Roof Peak Brackets then attach to Comer Rafters in the remaining holes with ten #10 x Pan Screws. (F23.1) F23.1 Ra of Peak Bracket fot SRN ZN RE Comer Comer Rafter Rafter #10 x ool x 1-14" Bracket Pan Screw x 10 Hardware Pan Screw 51 supportgRyardistrystiuciurss.
Step 24: Attach Ridge Caps to Roof Panels (A) Lu A: Slide one Ridge Cap 85 over each Ridge Clip 85.25, with cut end leading, on each comer of the assembly from the bottom up, lifting Peak Cap by pushing up the Peak Loop so Ridge Caps fit under Peak Cap Long then attach with two #8 x 3/4" Sheet Metal Screws per Ridge Cap 85. (F24.1, F24.2 and F24.3) B: Tighten Loops to secure Roof Peak Set. F241 Ridge Cap 85 Note: To help Ridge Caps slide on leaser use a lubricant such as liquid soap.
Step 25: Attach Tie Wrap Brackets and Ties =A) A: Attach one Tie Wrap Bracket to each end of Large Roof F25.1 Large Roof Panel one (961) Tie with one #10 x Pan Screw per bracket using the inside holes. (961) Tie is tight to end of bracket. (F25.1, F25.2 and F25.3) B: With a helper place (361) Tie with brackets against a (1088) Rafter on each Large Roof Panel so (961) Tie is tight to (1088) Rafters and level. Attach Tie Wrap Bracket to (1088) Rafters with two #8 x 1” Pan Screws on both sides of each bracket.
Step 26: Attach Twist Brackets A: Attach 45° Twist Bracket LT or 45° Twist Bracket RT to posts and LT Comer Rafters and RT Corner Rafters with four #10 x Pan Screws per bracket, as shown in F26.1 and F26.2. F26.
Step 27: Metal Hooks and Plaque 8 J A: Two 50 mm Hooks are included with this unit for attaching wiring. They can be placed anywhere along the Comer Rafters as needed. Pr-drill with a 1/8” drill bit before installing. (F27.1 and F27.2) B: Attach Gazebo ID Plaque to a prominent location on your gazebo with two #8 x 1” Pan Screws. This provides warnings concerning safety and important contact information.