This document provides comprehensive installation and operating instructions for the Yardistry 10' x 10' Gazebo (YM11895), a permanent outdoor structure designed for privacy, decorative, and ornamental use. It also includes instructions for the 10' x 10' MERIDIAN Mosquito Mesh Kit (YM11753), an optional accessory for the gazebo.
Function Description:
The Yardistry 10' x 10' Gazebo serves as a freestanding outdoor shelter, providing shade and a defined space for relaxation or entertainment. It is designed to be a permanent fixture, requiring proper installation and anchoring to a solid, level surface such as a concrete pad or wood deck. The optional Meridian Mosquito Mesh Kit allows users to enclose the gazebo, offering protection from insects while maintaining an open-air feel.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Gazebo Dimensions:
- Overall Footprint: 9' 11-1/8" x 9' 11-1/8" (3.03 m x 3.03 m)
- Height: 9' 4" (2.85 m)
- Post to Post (outside dimensions): 9' 1-7/8" (2.791 m)
- Plinth to Plinth (inside dimensions): 8' 1-3/8" (2.473 m)
- Post to Post (diagonal): 11' 7-7/8" (3.553 m)
- Material: Wood components are manufactured with Cedar (C. Lanceolata) and protected with a factory-applied water-based stain. Roofing material consists of metal panels.
- Hardware: A variety of bolts, screws, washers, nuts, and specialized brackets are used for assembly, including:
- Hex Bolts (1/4 x 2-3/4", 1/4 x 2", 5/16 x 1-1/4", 5/16 x 3-1/4", 3/8 x 8-1/2")
- Lag Screws (5/16 x 4-3/4", 1/4 x 1-15/16" No.12 Shank)
- Pan Screws (#10 x 1-1/4", #12 x 1")
- Wood Screws (#8 x 2-1/4", #8 x 1-1/2", #8 x 2", #7 x 3/4")
- Hex Roofing Screws (#8 x 1")
- Sheet Metal Screws (#8 x 3/4")
- Washers (3/8 x 1-1/4" Large, 1/4-5/16" Large, 5/16" Lock)
- Nuts (1/4" Lock, 3/8" Lock, 5/16" T-Nut)
- Specialized brackets: 45° Twist Bracket LT/RT, Roof Peak Bracket, Rafter/Beam Bracket Set, Corner Cap Set, Post Mount Set, Ridge Clip, Weather Seal Ridge Clip.
- Mosquito Mesh Kit Components (YM11753):
- Insect Panels (2-pack)
- Curtain Track (10 x 10 Short, 10 x 10 Long)
- Curtain Track Gusset (4-pack)
- Tie Back Ribbon (1" x 35")
- Male Snap w. Screw (8-pack)
- Gazebo Curtain Hanger (50-pack)
- Hardware for mesh installation: #12 Screw Bezel, #12 x 1" Pan Screw, #8 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw.
Usage Features:
- Permanent Structure: The gazebo is designed for permanent installation and includes Post Mounts for attachment to existing or new wood or concrete surfaces. Additional anchoring hardware for permanent mounting must be purchased separately.
- Assembly Requirement: The structure is designed to be assembled and installed by ideally four people. Attempting to install alone is not recommended due to safety and potential damage.
- Roofing Material: The metal roofing panels provide shelter from the elements. Care must be taken during installation as they have sharp edges and can bend, dent, and scratch easily. Plastic covering on both sides of the panels and trim must be removed before installation. Roofing screws should be hand-tightened to prevent crushing the panels.
- Mosquito Mesh Kit: The optional mesh kit provides an enclosed space, protecting users from insects. It features curtain tracks for smooth operation of the mesh panels, tie-back ribbons to secure the mesh when open, and button snaps for easy attachment and closure. The mesh is NOT flame retardant.
- Safety Warnings:
- Not intended as a safety barrier for pools, hot tubs, spas, or ponds.
- Not intended as load-bearing support for buildings, heavy objects, or swings.
- Not to be used in structures that trap wind, rain, or snow, as this creates extra load.
- Accumulated snow must be removed from the roof.
- Do NOT climb or walk on the roof.
- Wood is NOT flame retardant and will burn; grills, fire pits, and chimineas are fire hazards if placed too close.
- Wear gloves to avoid injury from sharp edges of metal parts.
- Follow all tool safety warnings and use OHSA-approved safety glasses during installation.
- Check for underground utilities before digging or driving stakes.
- Consult local planning, zoning, and building inspection departments for permit requirements.
Maintenance Features:
- Hardware Inspection: Regularly check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint with a non-lead paint. Inspect and tighten all hardware after completion of assembly, after the first month of use, and then annually. Avoid over-tightening to prevent wood crushing or splintering. Check for sharp edges or protruding screw threads and add washers if needed.
- Wood Maintenance: Annual application of a water-based water repellent sealant or stain is crucial to maintain the maximum life and performance of the product. Check all wood members for deterioration, structural damage, and splintering. Sand down splinters and replace deteriorated members as necessary. Minor twisting, warping, checking, and small cracks in the grain are natural occurrences and do not affect product strength or integrity. Some gapping at wood connections is normal.
- Disposal: When disposing of the structure, disassemble it and ensure it does not create unreasonable hazards. Follow local waste ordinances.
This gazebo and its accessories are warranted for RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the original purchase date, and lumber is warranted for five years against rot and decay. Regular maintenance is a requirement of the warranty. The warranty does not cover labor for replacement, incidental or consequential damages, cosmetic defects not affecting performance, vandalism, improper use or installation, acts of nature, or minor natural wood properties. Any modifications to the original product void all warranties.
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