This document is an assembly and care manual for the NOVA OUTDOOR LIVING PROTEUS 3 X 4M STEEL PERGOLAS (2022+), with SKUs NOV-29-503 and NOV-29-504.
Function Description
The Proteus 3 x 4m Steel Pergola is a structure designed for outdoor living spaces, providing a shaded area. It features a louvered roof system that can be opened and closed using a handle, allowing users to control the amount of sun or shade. The pergola is constructed with a steel frame, making it suitable for continual outdoor use.
Important Technical Specifications
While specific dimensions and material gauges are not detailed, the product name indicates a 3 x 4-meter footprint and a steel construction. The assembly instructions show a robust frame with multiple support beams and a louvered roof. The hardware includes various screws (M5x12mm, 4.2x25mm, 5.5x19mm), indicating secure fastening for structural integrity. The pergola is designed for residential domestic use within the UK.
Usage Features
- Adjustable Louvered Roof: The pergola features a louvered roof system that can be opened and closed. Step 13 explicitly states, "Open the shutter using the handle until the louvre is facing vertically," indicating manual control over sun exposure and shade.
- Durable Construction: Made from steel, the pergola is designed for continual outdoor use and is resistant to UV rays, salt water, frost, and snow.
- Easy Assembly: The manual provides detailed, step-by-step assembly instructions with clear diagrams. It recommends assembling on a soft/flat surface and advises checking all parts before starting.
- Safety Precautions: The manual emphasizes safety during assembly, including wearing gloves and a safety hat, using appropriate tools (knife, hammer, tape measure, electric screwdriver, ladder), and lifting heavy parts with correct posture or assistance. It also warns against modifying the product or using substitute parts.
- Intended Use: The product is intended for use within a residential environment.
Maintenance Features
- Low Maintenance Steel Frame: The steel framework is described as "incredibly low maintenance."
- Easy Cleaning: To clean the steel frame, users should "simply use a soft cloth that is damp with warm soapy water and wipe down."
- All-Year Outdoor Use: The material can be left outside all year round, indicating good weather resistance.
- Regular Fitting Checks: After prolonged use, it is recommended to "check all the fittings are tightened securely" to maintain stability and safety.
- Warranty Information: The product comes with a warranty that is valid from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. Warranty claims require proof of purchase, and terms are available at
https://warranty.novaoutdoorliving.co.uk/. The warranty covers residential domestic use in the UK and does not cover commercial use, misuse, accidental damage, or normal wear and tear. Nova Outdoor Living reserves the right to repair or replace parts at its discretion.
- Packaging Recycling: Users are encouraged to recycle packaging where possible.
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