CANOPIA 8×8 – 2.6×2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: CANOPIA

Table of Contents

8×8 – 2.6×2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit
AVAILABLE MODELS
BASE DIMENSIONS
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
SITE PREPARATION & FOUNDATION
SAFETY ADVICE
CARE & MAINTENANCE
BEFORE ASSEMBLY
DURING ASSEMBLY
Contents
7 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
References
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE
SUN ROOM™ 8′ / 2.6m SERIES

8×8 – 2.6×2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit

CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit 83132_22.09_MV-3.1

IMPORTANT!
Please read these instructions carefully before starting assembly.
Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
A member of Palram Industries Ltd.
www.canopia.com

AVAILABLE MODELS

CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - AVAILABLE
MODELS

HAVE A CONCERN?
WE CAN HELP.
Before returning your purchase:

You didn’t find what you were looking for?
We can help at canopia.shop/support

Still can’t find what you are looking for?
Please see next page for local customer care. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8
ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Symbol 2 WE ARE HERE TO HELP
For general questions: canopia.com/contact-us

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BASE DIMENSIONS

MODELS	WIDTH
8×8 / 2.6×2.6	A

8×10 / 2.6×3.2
8×12 / 2.6×4
8×16 / 2.6×5
8×18 / 2.6×5.7
8×20 / 2.6×6.3| |
LENGTH| EXTENSION UNITS
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B| 259.5 cm / 117″| C| –
322 cm / 127″| 62.2 cm / 24.4″ (x1)
384 cm / 151″| 62.2 cm / 24.4″ (x2)
446 cm / 175.6″| 62.2 cm / 24.4″ (x3)
508 cm / 200″| 62.2 cm / 24.4″ (x4)
| 633 cm / 249.2″| | 62.2 cm / 24.4″ (x5)

CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - BASE
DIMENSIONS

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - TOOLS &
EQUIPMENT

SITE PREPARATION & FOUNDATION

A – PREPARE THE SITE
The product must be positioned and fixed on a ﬂat level surface.

1 – Clear the site| CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium
Kit - Clear the site
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2 – Level the ground|

B – CHOOSE YOUR FOUNDATION TYPE.
For a foundation, we recommend using three material types: Concrete / Pressure treated wood / wood deck / Paver blocks

Option 1: Solid foundation CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft.
Solarium Kit - Solid foundation Option 2: Solid frame CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6
Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Solid frame Option 3: Firm ground / grass

The size of the product displayed is for illustration purposes only and may not reﬂect the size of your product.

C – ANCHOR TO FOUNDATION

– On a solid foundation / frame Secure the product to the foundation of your choice using suitable screws & plugs or masonry anchors (not supplied).
Make sure you have at least 5 cm / 2″ between the product base and the edges of your foundation – on all sides.
– On soil / grass Secure the product to the ground surface using suitable long pegs (not supplied).
Please consult with an expert regarding which fasteners are suitable for other surface types.

INFORMATION

SAFETY ADVICE

It is of utmost importance to assemble all of the parts according to the directions. Do not skip any steps.
Always wear work gloves during panel sliding.
Always wear shoes and safety goggles when working with extruded aluminium.
If using a step ladder or power tools make sure that you follow the manufacturer’s safety advice.
Do not touch overhead power cables with the aluminium proﬁles.
Do not attempt to assemble the product in windy or wet conditions.
Do not climb or stand on the roof.
Dispose of all plastic bags. Keep them out of reach of small children.
Keep children away from the assembly area.
Do not lean against or push the products during construction.
Do not position your product in an area exposed to excessive winds.
Do not attempt to assemble this product if you are tired, have taken drugs or alcohol or if you are prone to dizzy spells.
Hot items such as recently used grills, blowtorches etc. must not be stored in the product.
Make sure there are no hidden pipes or cables in the ground before anchoring to foundation.
This product is designed to be used mainly as a greenhouse.
Make sure to anchor the product directly to a solid foundation to increase the product’s stability and wind resistance in areas with severe weather conditions. Make sure that there are no obstructions between the assembly area and the ﬁnal position of the product. The Palram – Canopia Anchoring kit is available for purchase separately.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

When your product needs to be cleaned, use a mild detergent solution and rinse with cold clean water.
DO NOT use acetone, abrasive cleaners or other special detergents to clean the panels.
Clean the product once assembly is complete.

BEFORE ASSEMBLY

Selecting a site:
– Choose your site carefully before beginning assembly.
– Choose a sunny position away from overhanging trees.
– The product must be positioned and ﬁxed on a ﬂat level surface.
The product must be secured directly to a solid foundation.
This is a multi-part assembly best achieved by two people. Allow at least half a day for the assembly process.
Take all components & parts out of the packages. Sort the parts and check against the content parts list.
Parts should be laid out close at hand. Keep all small parts (screws etc.) in a bowl so they do not get lost.
Please note multi-sided proﬁles are used in this product. As a result some holes in the proﬁles are not used during assembly.
Please review entire instructions before starting. Carry out the assembly steps in exact order.
Please consult your local authorities if any permits are required prior to constructing the product.
Please ensure you have sufﬁcient side space for inserting the roof panels during the assembly process.

IMPORTANT!

Firmly connect the product to a level surface immediately after completion of the assembly.
Anchoring this product to the ground is essential to its stability and rigidity. It is required to complete this stage in order for your warranty to be valid.
During assembly use a soft surface below the parts to avoid scratches and damages.
We recommend checking for restrictions or covenants for building this product in your area.
In addition we advise to check if you need to submit any forms or if any permit is required prior to building the product.

DURING ASSEMBLY

During assembly, you will encounter different icons for different products.
Please see below for more information:

| You may use silicone lubricant spray on the frame in order to help you slide the panels into the proﬁles. Do not spray the panels.
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| Use a rubber mallet if necessary.
| Make sure you remove covering plastic ﬁlm from both sides of the panel.
| All panels with the stamped words “THIS SIDE OUT” must be facing out to create full UV protection. Remove plastic sticker as panels are locked in place.
| This icon indicates that the installer should be inside the product.
| This icon indicates that the installer should be outside the product.
| Steps marked with dashed outlines refer to Extensions only.
Some of the steps are irrelevant for an assembly of a single product.
When assembling a single or an extended product, some parts may be surplus.
| These 2 icons below indicate if screw’s tightening is required or not.
Temporary tightening of a few screws may be needed to prevent a proﬁle from sliding out.
Tighten all screws once assembly is completed.

IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY STEPS
When encountering this information icon during assembly, please refer the relevant assembly step for important additional comments.

Step 1:| Door assembly can be done from the right or left hand side.
Determine which side to place the door.
The decision will affect the upcoming steps.
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Steps 1-3:| Arrange all 2D connectors with the stamped word OUT facing the outside of the greenhouse.
Step 4:| Make sure that the frame is perfectly rectilinear by measuring the diagonals and verifying that they are the same.
Make sure that the frame is level and anchor it with screw / screw + dibble / spike (not included) according to the selected surface.
The wall to which you are securing your product onto must be at a 90° to the foundation.
Step 17:| Make sure that the frame is perfectly straightened by using a spirit level.
Make sure that the frame is leveled and anchor it to the wall with suitable screws / screws + plugs / spikes (not supplied, excluding part # BC1) in accordance with your wall surface.
The wall to which you are securing your product onto must be at a 90° to the foundation.
Steps 18-23:| Reinforcement Arch Profiles
Make sure that all the metal profiles are inserted inside the plastic profiles.
Repeat each step based on your product’s size and the number of arch profiles needed to be assembled as illustrated.
Step 27:| Make sure that the profiles are perfectly straightened by using a spirit level.
Anchor Part 7937 to the wall with suitable screws / screws + plugs / spikes (not supplied) according to your wall surface.
Step 28:| Repeat Steps 24-27 according to the amount of modules purchased.
Step 30:| Repeat and refer to Step 4.
Steps 39-40:| Repeat and refer to Step 17.
Step 41:| Seal the product’s edges with Silicon Sealant.
Step 57:| Insert the rubber strip (Part GF) from the outside of the product.
Cut the remaining edges.
Step 64:| Insert the rubber strip, Part 7869, from the outside of the product.
During this step, turn the door in order to insert the rubber strip correctly.
Step 66:| Determines door opening’s direction. The door can be installed as a left or right hand door and can be opened either to the left or to the right.
Step 69:| Adjust the hinges height in accordance with the upper post and lower ramp of the door aperture, as specified in Illustracion c.
Step 70:| If necessary, you can rotate the cylinder tab. See Drawings a + b.
Step 75:| If the window doesn’t close properly, please release the screws, adjust the profile and re-tighten the screws.
Step 76:| The door can be installed either as a right or left hand door.
Choose one of the two depicted options.

If you choose the option of the door openeing to the wall, use suitable screws and plugs for your wall type.

1. Door assembly can be done from the right or left hand side. Determine which side to place the door. The decision will affect the upcoming steps.
Arrange all 2D connectors with the stamped word “OUT” facing out of the product. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Door
Assembly 2 2. Arrange all 2D connectors with the stamped word “OUT” facing out of the product.

3. Arrange all 2D connectors with the stamped word “OUT” facing out of the product. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Door
2 ● Make sure the base is square and leveled by measuring the diagonals and level by using a spirit level.
● Make sure you anchor the base to the ground with suitable screws / screws + plugs / spikes (not supplied) in accordance with your chosed foundation.
4. ● The wall to which you are securing your product onto must be at a 90° to the foundation.![CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit

Assembly 1](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CANOPIA- 8x8-2.6x2.6-Sunroom-8-ft.-x-8-ft.-Solarium-Kit-Assembly-1.jpg) ● Make sure that the frame is perfectly straightened by using a spirit level.
● Make sure that the frame is leveled and anchor it to the wall with suitable screws / screws + plugs / spikes (not supplied, excluding part # BC1) in accordance with your wall surface.
17 ● The wall to which you are securing your product onto must be at a 90° to the foundation. • Make sure that all the metal profiles are inserted inside the plastic profiles.
18 • Repeat each step based on your product’s size and the number of arch profiles needed to be assembled as illustrated.

● Make sure that all the metal profiles are inserted inside the plastic profiles.
23. ● Repeat each step based on your product’s size and the number of arch profiles needed to be assembled as illustrated. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8
ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 21 CANOPIA 8x8
2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 23 27. Make sure that the profiles are perfectly straightened by using a spirit level. Anchor Part 7937 to the wall with suitable screws / screws + plugs / spikes (not supplied) according to your wall surface. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6
Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 25 CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit -
Assembly 26 CANOPIA 8x8
2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 27 64. Insert the rubber strip, Part 7869, from the outside of the product. During this step, turn the door in order to insert the rubber strip correctly. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Door Assembly
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8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Door Assembly
10 66. Determines door opening’s direction. The door can be installed as a left or right hand door and can be opened either to the left or to the right. CANOPIA 8x8
2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 63 CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft.
Solarium Kit - Assembly 64 69. Adjust the hinges height in accordance with the upper post and lower ramp of the door aperture, as specified in illustracion c. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6
Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 65 70. If necessary, you can rotate the cylinder tab. See Figures a +b. CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit -
Assembly 66 CANOPIA 8x8
2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 67 75. If the window doesn’t close properly, please release the screws, adjust the profile and re-tighten the screws.76. The door can be installed either as a right or left hand door. Choose one of; the two depicted options. r
*If you choose the option of the door opening to the wall, use suitable screws and plugs for your wall type: CANOPIA 8x8 2.6x2.6 Sunroom 8 ft. x 8 ft. Solarium Kit - Assembly 72

7 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

PALRAM – CANOPIA | 7 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Palram Canopia Ltd. (Company number: 512106824) whose registered office is at Teradion Industrial Park, M.P Misgav 2017400, Israel (“Canopia”) warrants that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 7 years from the original date of purchase.

This warranty is valid only if the product is installed, handled, cleaned, and maintained in accordance with Canopia’s written specifications.
This warranty does not cover defects resulting from normal wear and tear including, but not limited to: damage caused by use of force, incorrect handling, inappropriate use, negligence, accidents, impact from foreign objects, vandalism, pollutants, alteration, painting, damage resulting from cleaning with incompatible detergents or minor deviations of the product.
This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from “acts of Nature”, which includes but is not limited to hail, storm, tornado, hurricane, blizzard, flood, or fire.
Upon submitting proof of purchase and evidence of the claimed product failure, and subject to reporting the failure in writing within 30 days after discovery of the defect, Canopia, at its sole discretion, will replace defective parts of the Product, or refund you a prorated portion of the purchase price on a straight-line depreciated basis for the length of the warranty.