Replacement Canopy Installation Instructions

Safety First: WARNING!!! This process requires a person to use a ladder to reach the top of the gazebo. It is important that the ladder that you use be stable and safe. It is important that a second person be present in the event you need help. Safety should be your number one priority to prevent falling during installation. If you do not feel comfortable removing or installing the canopy, please seek a professional for help.

Remove Your Old Canopy First

1. Ladder - You will need a stable ladder that will allow you to safely reach the top of the gazebo.

2. Loosen Bottom Tier Canopy – Unfasten all Velcro straps. Velcro straps are usually located on the seams of the canopy. Now take a moment to remove the finial ornaments from each corner of the canopy. You can do this by unscrewing them. Once the finials have been removed, you can begin removing the bottom tier canopy. Start with any corner. Pull the canopy fabric away from the corner, and towards the center of the gazebo roof. Repeat this for all four corners of the bottom tier canopy. With the bottom tier canopy loosened, push the fabric of the bottom tier towards the center of the roof, and let the canopy sit there on the frame for now. Now it’s time to remove the top tier canopy.

3. Remove the Top Tier Canopy – Start by removing the finial ornament at the top of the gazebo. You can remove the finial ornament by unscrewing it. Then, remove the roof bars from the corner pockets. Do this by pulling the corner pockets away from the center of the gazebo. Repeat this for all four corners. You should now be able to completely remove the top tier canopy from your gazebo.

4. Remove the Bottom Tier Canopy – Remove the bottom tier canopy from the gazebo by looping its center square hole through the top tier frame. The top tier frame has four prongs, each pointing towards one corner of the gazebo. This process will require you to loop the center hole of the bottom canopy through one prong at a time. The first prong is always the most difficult. The process gets easier with each prong of top tier. If the center hole of the canopy is too tight to fit through the prongs, you may need to temporarily loosen the prongs from the hub. Once done, you can completely remove the canopy from the gazebo.

Installing New Canopy

1. Ladder - You will need a stable ladder that will allow you to safely reach the top of the gazebo.

2. Partially Install Bottom Tier Canopy – The bottom tier canopy should be installed first. Do this by looping the center square hole of the bottom canopy through the top tier frame. The top tier frame has four prongs. Loop the center hole of the bottom canopy through each prong, one prong at a time. Do this for all four prongs. (If you loosened the top tier roof bars during removal, here is when you want to tighten the top tier roof bars in place). Once this is done, let the bottom tier canopy rest on the roof structure. Do not fully install the bottom tier canopy yet. You will still need access to the top of the gazebo!

3. Install the Top Tier Canopy – Rest the top tier canopy on the top tier frame. Pull each corner of the top tier towards the end of the prongs. Insert ends of prongs into the corner pockets, one prong at a time. You will need to pull a little harder on the last corner pocket to complete the installation. Install the finial ornament by screwing it on at this time.

4. Fully Install Bottom Tier Canopy - Begin by pulling the corners of the canopy towards the corners of the gazebo frame. Fasten the bottom tier tightly to the frame by placing the corners of the canopy over the corners of the gazebo frame. You will need to make sure the bolt that supports the finial also fits through the pre-installed grommet rings on the canopy. Do this for all four corner pockets. You will need to pull harder on the last corner pocket, as there is less slack available. Screw all four corner finials into place. Then fasten available Velcro straps to the roof bars.

5. You’re finished! Enjoy your new canopy!!!

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Reviews 13 Reviews Written for this Product

5 star s Love it, and it fit, too. Submitted by: cynthia from san diego, CA on 01 - 17 - 2012 5 star s At first, we had a problem trying to replace the canopy. The instruction that we had from our first gazebo and original canopy manual did not explain how to install. We called your company and Brian was very helpful. We followed his instruction and found the procedure simple, IF you know what you are doing!!! We thoroughly enjoy our gazebo. Submitted by: Merrill from Ocala, FL on 09 - 03 - 2011 5 star s The item arrived quicker than I had expected, always a nice surprise. Easy to install, looks great, and the fabric appears to be better than the original. The fit in not as snug as the original, however, that is to be expected with a replacement. Very pleased with my purchase and Garden Winds customer service. Submitted by: Harry from Oakland, CA on 07 - 30 - 2011 4 star s Great canopy! Thank you. Submitted by: jeffrey from Mission Viejo, CA on 06 - 20 - 2011 5 star s Very pleased. Quick and fast. Submitted by: Lisa from Canton, MI on 06 - 16 - 2011

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