This document provides assembly instructions and information for a NOVA Outdoor Living Free Standing Pergola, SKU: NV029-503-FS, and associated Privacy Screens, SKU: NV029-100-AC-2.6-PS / NV029-100-AC-3.0-PS / NV029-100-AC-3.6-PS / NV029-100-AC-4.0-PS.
Function Description
The NOVA Free Standing Pergola is an outdoor structure designed to provide shade and a living space in your garden or patio. It features a louvered roof system that can be adjusted to control sunlight and airflow. The pergola is free-standing, meaning it does not require attachment to an existing structure. The optional privacy screens can be integrated to offer additional privacy and protection from elements.
Important Technical Specifications
Pergola Dimensions:
- Overall length: 3956 mm (approx. 13 ft)
- Overall width: 3041.5 mm (approx. 10 ft)
- Height: 2508 mm (approx. 8.2 ft)
- Internal length (between posts): 3676 mm (approx. 12 ft)
- Internal width (between posts): 2761.5 mm (approx. 9 ft)
- Post base dimensions: 170 mm x 170 mm (approx. 6.7 in x 6.7 in)
- Distance from post edge to bolt holes: 100 mm and 140 mm (approx. 3.9 in and 5.5 in)
Pergola Parts List (Key components and quantities):
- A: Main beams (4 pcs)
- B1: Louver supports (1 pc)
- B2: Louver supports (1 pc)
- C: Louver supports (2 pcs)
- D: Louver supports (25 pcs)
- G: Handle (2 pcs)
- H: Handle extension (1 pc)
- I: Base plate (4 pcs)
- J: Corner bracket (4 pcs)
- K: Gearbox (50 pcs)
- L: Gearbox arm (1 pc)
- M: Louver end cap (52 pcs)
- N: Post cap (4 pcs)
- O: M5x12mm screw (26 pcs)
- P: M5x12mm screw (105 pcs)
- Q: 4.2x25mm screw (105 pcs)
- R: 5.5x19mm screw (14 pcs)
- S: 5.5x19mm screw (58 pcs)
- V: Pin (1 pc)
- W: Expansion bolt (16 pcs)
- X: Allen key (1 pc)
- Y: Allen key (2 pcs)
- Z: Drill bit (1 pc)
Privacy Screen Parts List (Key components and quantities):
- A: Screen Housing (1 pc)
- B: Top Panel (1 pc)
- C: Right Side Panel (1 pc)
- D: Left Side Panel (1 pc)
- E: Self Drilling Screw (20 pcs)
- F: Bolt (4 pcs)
- G: Allen Key (2 pcs)
Usage Features
Pergola Assembly:
- The pergola requires assembly and is designed for a soft/flat surface.
- It should not be assembled directly under trees or powerlines.
- Assembly should not be attempted in windy or wet conditions.
- The ground where the pergola is built should have at least a 1-2 degree decline to allow rainwater to drain away. If the pergola is built on a completely flat surface, rainwater will not drain away and the pergola will start leaking.
- Tools required for assembly include: Safety Gloves, Knife, Hammer, Screw Driver, Pencil, SDS Drill or Hammer Drill, Tape Measure, Ladder, and Spirit Level.
- The louvered roof can be adjusted using a handle to control sun exposure. The gearbox location can be positioned to suit the sun's rise and set, with a "TOP TIP" suggesting keeping the gearbox location as northerly as possible for optimum use.
- The louvres can be opened or closed by operating the handle. To open the shutter, turn the handle until the louver is facing vertically.
- The pergola needs to be anchored to the ground using expansion bolts (W) for concrete/steel ground or screws (R) for wood/grass ground. A drill bit (Z) is provided for ground drilling.
Privacy Screen Assembly:
- The privacy screen is an optional addition to the pergola.
- It attaches to the pergola legs and features a pull-down mechanism.
- The screen housing (A) clips onto the top panel (B) and is secured with screws (F).
- The right (C) and left (D) side panels are attached to the vertical pergola legs using self-drilling screws (E). The angled profile of the side panels needs to be aligned with the inner side of the pergola leg.
- The screen itself slides into plastic guide rails of parts C and D.
- The screen can be pulled down and lifted back up to adjust privacy.
Maintenance Features
Caring for your Pergola:
- Debris Removal: Debris can build up inside the gutters of the pergola. Regularly clean the gutters to allow rainwater to flow through.
- Object Placement: Never place any objects on top of the louvres.
- Weather Conditions: During snowfall and heavy winds, open the louvres into the vertical position to prevent damage.
- Operation in Frosty/Icy Conditions: Do not operate the roof mechanism during frosty and icy conditions.
- Cleaning: To clean, simply use a soft cloth that is damp with warm soapy water and wipe down. This material can be left outside all year round.
- Ground Stability: Regularly check that the Pergola is firmly fixed to the ground.
- Fixings: Regularly check that all fixings are secured within the Pergola.
Aluminium Care:
- The aluminium framework is designed for continual outdoor use and is low maintenance.
- It is resistant to UV rays, salt water, frost, and snow.
- Basic care involves cleaning with a soft cloth dampened with warm soapy water and wiping down.
- The material can be left outside all year round.
Warranty Information:
- Nova Outdoor Living offers a 5-year limited extended warranty on aluminium furniture products from manufacturing faults/defects.
- This warranty applies to residential domestic use within the UK only.
- It does not cover commercial use, misuse, accidental damage, or normal wear and tear.
- Nova Outdoor Living reserves the right to repair and/or replace parts rather than a complete item at their discretion.
- To validate your warranty, register at warranty.novaoutdoorliving.co.uk and quote the product code.
Safety Advice (General for both Pergola and Privacy Screen):
- Read the manual before starting assembly.
- Check all parts from the parts list. Do not throw away any packaging until you are confident that you have all parts.
- Assemble the product on a soft/flat surface.
- Keep any plastic bags, tools, and fittings away from children and pets.
- After prolonged use, check all fittings are tightened securely.
- Do not modify the product, use other tools, or substitute parts. This will void your warranty.
- Heavy parts are within the package. Ensure you lift with the correct posture & technique. Get help moving and/or lifting if necessary.
- Do not leave tools unattended during the assembly process.
- Only use this product for its intended purpose within a residential environment. Failure to do so will void your warranty.
- Nova Outdoor Living holds no responsibility for any damages caused due to normal wear and tear, incorrect assembly, misuse and/or negligence.
- Nova Outdoor Living reserves the right to make changes for product improvements.
- Please recycle packaging where possible.
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