sun shelf 2
instruction manual
meet the sun shelf 3
In late 2024, we upgraded to the sun shelf 3 as our new flagship product. While the sun shelf 2 has been discontinued, we still fully support it and this manual will always be here for existing owners.
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parts
frame components
A1
x1
A2
x1
B1
x1
B2
x1
C: crossbars
x2
D: power cord
x1
E: shelves
x4
F: feet
x4
G: screws
x24
I: power block
x1
Identifying frame parts: A1, A2, B1 and B2 can be identified by the screw holes on the side of the frame. A1 pairs with B1, and A2 pairs with B2.
anti-tip kit
J: bolts
x2
K: brackets
x2
L: wall anchors
x2
included in the box
- 2x metal frame upper sections (A1 and A2)
- 2x metal frame lower sections (B1 and B2)
- 2x crossbars (C)
- 1x magnetic power cord (D)
- 4x wooden shelves (E)
- 4x adjustable feet (F)
- 24x small screws (G)
- 1x 24V, 6.25A, 150W power block (I)
- 2x anti-tip bolts (J)
- 2x anti-tip wall brackets (K)
- 2x wall expansion anchors (L)
- 1x instruction manual
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before you build
- Find a clean, smooth surface like a carpet or rug to build on. This protects the wooden shelves from scratches during assembly.
- Ask a friend to help. Having an extra pair of hands makes it much easier to hold parts in place while screwing them together.
- Do not fully tighten any bolts until all parts are in place. This reduces the chance of misalignment and makes it easier to adjust as you go.
- The anti-tip kit (parts J, K, L) is included for a reason. We strongly recommend installing it to keep both you and your plants safe.
Maximum shelf load: 30kg per shelf. Do not exceed this weight.
Power supply included: 24V, 6.25A, 150W.
Watch the full assembly video on YouTube
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assembly
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Connect A1 to B1 by slotting the bottom of A1 into the top of B1. Fasten with 2 screws G on either side. Repeat with A2 and B2.
Important: ensure the screw holes on each pair (circled in red on the diagrams) are facing the same direction when joined. This matters for the next steps.
2
Screw the feet F into the bottom of each frame section.
3
Take both joined A-B pairs and lay them on their sides. You can identify the back by the two pairs of screw holes on the top and bottom of each frame.
Place crossbars C in the middle of the frames on the back side, and screw them in to fasten everything together. The screw holes on C are on the inside edge of the short ends.
4
Slot the wooden shelves E onto your preferred levels of the frame. Fasten each shelf with 2 screws G on either end, going through the frame and into the underside of the shelf.
5
Connect the magnetic power cord D to the back of the frame.
View from the back of the shelf
6
Connect the magnetic power cord D to the power block I that plugs into your wall socket. Twist and lock the cables together until secure.
anti-tip installation (steps 7–10)
We strongly recommend completing these steps. The anti-tip kit prevents the shelf from falling and protects both you and your plants.
7
Position the assembled shelf where you want it to live. Make small pencil marks on the wall just behind or beside each of the two metal frames.
8
Drill holes at the marked positions and insert the wall expansion anchors L into the holes.
9
Position the shelf back against the wall. Wrap the anti-tip brackets K around each metal frame, match the holes on both sides of K together, and position them in front of the wall anchors L.
10
Screw the bolts J through both matched holes in brackets K and into the wall anchors L. Your sun shelf 2 is now fully assembled and secured.
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sun shelf 2 panels and basins
Your sun shelf 2 is best paired with gathera sun panels and growing basins. Each has its own setup guide.
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backward compatibility with the sun shelf 3
Since transitioning to the sun shelf 3 in late 2024, we have had a lot of sun shelf 2 owners ask whether newer parts will work with their existing setup. The short answer is yes: many sun shelf 3 accessories are backward compatible with the sun shelf 2, though there are some small adjustments to be aware of.
sun shelf 3 light panels
The current gathera sun panels plug directly into the sun shelf 2 power system and work with it out of the box. To mount them onto the sun shelf 2 frame you will need the aluminium mounting rail that comes included with the sun panels we currently sell. No additional tools or adapters are required beyond that.
sun shelf 3 growing basins
The current gathera growing basins are also backward compatible with the sun shelf 2 frame and shelves. They will sit and function correctly in most cases. The main thing to be aware of is that the pump position has changed between generations, so the pump may not sit in exactly the same location as it did with the original sun shelf 2 basins. This is a minor adjustment rather than a structural issue.
Questions about compatibility? If you are unsure whether a specific part or accessory will work with your sun shelf 2, our support team is happy to help. Head to our contact page to get in touch.