Forest Garden DIP Treated Overlap Pent 3X5 Double Door Storage Instruction Manual

General Instructions

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DIP TREATED OVERLAP PENT 3X5 DOUBLE DOOR STORAGE
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
– Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed. – When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screwdriver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit. – Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance, annual treatment and to allow air flow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be atiected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings – Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress Pressure
Treated buildings – Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress Log
Cabins – Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproofing treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed: Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on flrm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding should overlap the base, creating a run off for water. It is also recommended that the floor be at least 25mm above the surrounding ground level to avoid fiooding.
TYPES OF BASE
– Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
– Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or using this product.
Please retain product label and instructions for future reference

All buildings should be erected by two adults

For ease of assembly, you MUST pilot drill all screw holes and ensure all screw heads are countersunk.

For ease of assembly, you will need a tape measure to check dimensions of components.

Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction

CAUTION
Every effort has been made during the manufacturing process to eliminate the prospect of splinters on rough surfaces of the timber. You are strongly advised to wear gloves
when working with or handling rough sawn timber.

Protim Aquatan T5 (621)
Your building has been dip treated with Aquatan.
Aquatan is a water-based concentrate which is diluted with water, the building as been treated by the correct application of Aquatan solution and then allowed to dry.
Aquatan is a decorative finish to colour the wood, which is applied industrially to timber fence panels and garden buildings.
Aquatan undiluted contains: boric acid, sodium hydroxide 32% solution, aqueos mixture of sodium dioctyl sulphosuccinat and alcohols: 2, 4, 6-trichlorophenol.

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Please retain product label and instructions for future reference

Pre Assembly
Before assembling remove the transportation blocks from the bottom of each panel.
Take care removing the blocks as to not damage the panels. Tap with a flat headed screwdriver and hammer.
Dispose of the blocks once removed. Step 1
Parts Needed – No. 5 Qty 1
Place the floor (No.5) onto a flrm and level base.
Ensure the base has suitable drainage & is free from areas where standing water can collect.
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

Please retain product label and instructions for future reference

Step 2
Parts Needed – No. 4 Qty 1
– No. 3 Qty 1
Place the plain panel (No.4) and the right a gable
(No.3) onto the floor and secure at the corner with 3x50mm screws.
Do not secure the building to the floor until the roof is fitted. Step 3
Parts Needed – No. 2 Qty 1
Place the left gable (No.2) onto the floor and secure at the corner with 3x50mm screws.
Do not secure the building to the  floor until the roof is fitted.
3x50mm Screws

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

Step 4
Fix the front panel (No.1) inbetween the gables, securing into place with 4x50mm screws from the inside of the building.
*Ensure to align the framing with the edge of each gable. 4x50mm Screws
Parts Needed – No. 1 Qty 1

Step 5
Attach the door strips (No.8) to either side of the building using 3x30mm screws per strip.
*Ensure the strip sits fush to edge of the framing and there is NO overhang inside the building.
Parts Needed – No. 8 Qty 2
6x30mm Screws

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

Step 6
Parts Needed- No.12 QTY 4
No.7 QTY 2
Fix the T Hinges (No.12) onto the doors (No.7) as shown. Ensure that the screws go through the cladding and into the framing behind.
16x30mm screws

Step 7
Fix the Doors (No.7) to the Door strips (No.8) with 30mm screws ensuring the screws are located into the framing.
Leave a 2mm gap in between the doors and the building. Pre drill to avoid splitting
12x30mm Screws

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

Step 8
Parts Needed – No. 6 Qty 1
Place the roof sheet (No.6) on top of the building and fix into place with 10x30mm screws.
10x30mm Screws

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

Step 9
Once the roof is fixed attach the building to the floor with 50 mm screws. Fix the panels onto the floor using 50mm screws in alignment with the floor joists.

Step 11
Parts Needed – No. 10 Qty 2
– No. 9 Qty 1
Attach the large (No.9) and small (No.10) fascias to the front and sides of the building, fixing into place using 9x30mm screws.

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

Step 12
Parts Needed- No.11QTY 3
Attach a Door Block (No. 11) to the top of the secondary door (No.7) using 2x30mm screws, in the positions illustrated.
Screw through the door claddinginto the blocks.

Step 13
Parts Needed – No. 13 Qty 2
– No. 14 Qty 1 a
Fix the turn button (No. 13) to the left hand door block ensuring the turn button catches the Front Panel (No. 1) to secure the door use 1x30mm screw. b
Fit the hasp and staple (No.14) on to the doors centrally with 7x30mm screws, making sure to screw into the door framing.

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before fixing screws.

MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS

Choosing the most suitable location for your garden building…
All our garden buildings have been designed and manufactured with care and attention to be the perfect addition to your outdoor space. To ensure you do get the best out of your new garden building and to increase the longevity we advise that you follow the product instructions and our manufacturer’s recommendations as detailed below. Thank you for choosing a Mercia Garden product!
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter ofyour garden building to allow access for maintenance, annual treatment and to allow air flow around the building. Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing damage to the building.
0 Preparing the base for your garden building…
All our buildings must be built on a firm, Level base to ensure the longevity of the building and prevent the wood from distorting. We recommend either concrete, concrete slabs or a wooden base, such as our ‘Portabase. The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. the cladding should overlap the base, creating a run off for water and preventing water from pooling underneath the building. We also recommend that the floor of the garden building is a minimum of 25mm above the surrounding ground level to avoid flooding.
0 After installation…
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee. Dip Treated buildings – Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and and a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress Pressure Treated buildings – Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress Log Cabins/Insulated Garden Rooms – Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproofing treatment We also recommend using a silicon sealant on the inside and outside of the windows as soc as possible after assembly and treatment to fully seal the windows. Roofing felt/covering should be checked annually and replaced or fixed accordingly.
General maintenance and wood characteristics
As wood is a natural material it may be affected by the following: Shrinkage and warping – The timber used in the construction of your garden building will have retained some of its natural moisture content. The moisture content of the timber will vary, depending upon prevailing environmental conditions, which will result in the components either naturally expanding or contracting. As the components dry out shrinkage may occur. A good waterproofing treatment from the start is the best protection to minimise the effect of moisture loss/intake. In extended periods of very warm weather getting some moisture to the building will help the overall balance. You can do this by spraying it down lightly with a garden hose. In contrast after snow fall try to remove the snow as best as possible from the roof to prevent moisture intake and to remove the extra weight.
Top tip- usinga garden brush will help you to reach the highest part of th. building to remove snow and any debris left from bad weather.
Damp and mould – During the winter months, cold and damp conditions can result in an increased amount of moisture within your garden building, especially when used infrequently. Condensation can form on the timber and other items stored within your garden building. If left this moisture is likely to cause mould and mildew. To prevent the build-up of moisture, we recommend leaving the door or windows of your building open from time to time, to allow the fresh air to circulate. We also advise against storing wet or damp items in your garden building as this will also increase the level of moisture in the building. If mould or mildew does start to form within your building we recommend using an anti-mould cleaner to remove it and to prevent it spreading, which if left untreated could permanently damage your garden building. Splits, cracks and knots – You may notice small splits and cracks in some components or holes may appear where knots shrink and fall out. This will not affect the structure of your Garden building however if you wish to fill them this can be easily done using any good quality wood filler. Sap – is naturally occurring in wood and may appear in some boards of your garden building. If you wish to remove the sap, we advise waiting until it is dry and then using a sharp knife to carefully remove it. If the removal of the sap causes a hole in the timber, we recommend using a good quality wood filler to fill it. For more handy hints and tips on how to care and maintain your garden building please refer to the MGP Customer Portal at www.mgplogistics.co.uk

WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE

1.Manufacturer’s Warranty
All Mercia Garden Products are supplied with a 1 year warranty on all parts against manufacturing defects. This warranty does not cover movement, warping or splitting of timber products over time. This warranty will be voided if any of the following occur:

1. The building has been customised or modified/adapted in anyway.
2. The person claiming is not the original purchaser of the building.
3. Any damage has been caused by or as a result of misuse.
4. The building has not been maintained and cared for in accordance to our adviso. manufacturer’s recommendations.
5. The building has not been treated annually or as per the manufacturer’s recommendations, please ensure receipts are kept to validate this claim.
6. The building has not been erected, fitted or installed as per the supplier instructions.
7. The building has not been erected on a suitable sized firm flat, solid level concrete/slab base or placed on pressure treated bearers.
8. The building is or has been placed with 2 feet (60cm) of any obstructions (walls, tree plants, fences etc.) which can allow moisture to penetrate the timber.
9. The roofing felt has been incorrectly fitted or damaged allowing water ingress, or not properly maintained.
10. Any windows and joints have not been sealed, inside and out, with silicone or other watertight sealant.
11. Any timber has been cut, pierced or drilled without subsequent application of appro, cut-end treatment.

0 Anti-rot Guarantee
Mercia Garden Products offer a 10 year anti-rot guarantee on all dip treated (a preparatory treatment) and 15 years on all pressure treated products. This guarantee covers solid -irnber against rot, decay, blue stain and insect attack. o validate the guarantee the building must be treated with a recognised wood preserver/water proof top coat (as detailed within manufacturer’s recommendations) as soon as possible after assembly and annually thereafter. his guarantee does not cover movement, warping or splitting of timber products over time.
This guarantee will be voided if any of the following occur:

1. The building has been customised or modified/adapted in any way.
2. The person claiming is not the original purchaser of the building.
3. Any damage is caused by or as a result of misuse.
4. The building has not been maintained and cared for in accordance to our advisories and manufacturer’s recommendations.
5. The building has not been treated annually or as per the manufacturer’s recommendations, please ensure receipts are kept to validate this claim.
6. The building has not been erected, fitted or installed as per the supplier instructions. The building has not been erected on a suitable sized firm flat, solid level concrete/slab oase or placed on pressure treated bearers.
7. The building is or has been placed with 2 feet (60cm) of any obstructions (walls, trees, -Plants, fences etc.) which can allow moisture to penetrate the timber.
8. The roofing felt has been incorrectly fined or damaged allowing water ingress, or not properly maintained.
9. Any windows and joints have not been sealed, inside and out, with silicone or other watertight sealant.
10. Any timber has been cut, pierced or drilled without subsequent application of approved cut-end treatment.

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References

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