AGRI-COVER ACI SRT-2 User manual

Thank you for purchasing SRT-2TM Electric Tarp Conversion. Agri-Cover, Inc. proudly
manufactured this tarp using superior quality materials and workmanship. With proper
care, your tarp will provide years of service.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Even if familiar with product, read instructions prior to
installation as improvements may be made without notice. Always handle components
with care. If you have questions or problems, have serial numbers ready and call
customer service. When done, these instructions must be given to the consumer.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER: Before using this product read operating, maintenance and
safety sections. Save these instructions for future reference.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Questions? [phone]
agricover.com
FOR YOUR RECORDS
DATE PURCHASED:
WHERE PURCHASED:
TARP SERIAL NUMBER:
(Located on motor and gearbox)

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PREPARATION
• Prior to tarp system assembly, park truck or trailer on level ground.
• Box must be square and straight, center must not be pulled together or spread apart.
• Remove or grind smooth any sharp edges or points contacting tarp and/or cables.
• Remove or reposition any interferences with motor. If modications to box are
needed, consult box manufacturer.
• Ensure box extension is secure by bolting in place on top of your box.
TOOLS NEEDED
• (2) 1/2” Wrenches
• 9/16” Wrench
• Step ladders or scaffolding
• Drill with 5/16” and 3/8” bits
• Tape measure
• Hammer
• Protective eyewear
• Cutting tool
• Marking pencil
NOTE: Hardware appearance and components may vary.
!CAUTION: Before drilling, ensure there are no hidden wires or gussets in line
with holes to be drilled.
STAINLESS STEEL ONLY
!CAUTION: To avoid galling of stainless steel hardware, use anti-galling
spray, grease or lubricant on threads and avoid high speed when fastening.
Do not use impact tools for stainless steel hardware.
3/8” x 1” non-stainless steel self-threading bolts: Use to cut threads into 5/16”
holes. Drill 5/16” hole. Turn 3/8” x 1” self-threading bolt in hole to cut threads, then
turn back out.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
!DANGER: Mounting replacement tarp to a structurally weak or damaged roll
tube can result in serious injury or death.
Before installing replacement tarp, inspect mounting surface of roll tube. Be aware
several mounting holes in close proximity may compromise roll tube strength and
integrity. Ensure mounting location on roll tube provides adequate tarp support.
• Disconnect power before servicing system or electrical components.
• Always use caution when operating tarp.
• Ensure people and objects are clear of tarp system before and during operation.
• Instruct everyone who will operate this tarp on the proper procedures.
• Never allow children to operate or play with system.
• Do not operate tarp with box hoisted in elevated position.
• Ensure tarp system is fully open or fully closed before operating vehicle at highway
speeds.
• Only operate system when tarp is completely visible.
• Always refer to OEM instructions before installing electrical components.
• Do not use arm as a step.
• Remove snow or debris from top of tarp before operating.
• End caps must be free from commodity. Commodity should not be piled higher than
end caps.
• Do not directly spray motor or connections with a pressure washer.
• Ensure tarp is fully open before unloading or loading.
NOTE: Safety and operating procedure decals provided with this kit should be kept
clean at all times and replaced if worn, damaged, painted over or unreadable.

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1: MOUNTING LOWER PIVOT ARM
NOTE: For stainless steel see page 2 for bolting procedures.
A. At front of trailer, align center point of pivot bolt with centerline of box. Measure down
about 36” from top of end cap and mark holes.
NOTE: Pivot bolt can be mounted higher or at rear of box. If mounting pivot bolt higher,
top pivot arm must be cut shorter. DO NOT CUT SHORTER THAN 10”.
IMPORTANT: Before drilling, ensure arm has a clear path to operate.
A. Drill a 3/8” hole through box wall. From inside of box, insert pivot bolt through hole
with lock washer and at washer. Then tighten with at washer and nut on outside.
B. Turn a nylock nut on pivot bolt, followed by lower pivot arm and secure with additional
nylock nut.
C. Tap nylon plug into top of lower pivot arm.
D. Square pivot arm with roll tube by adjusting location of two nylock nuts and pivot arm
as necessary.
Pivot bolt
36”
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PIVOT BOLT DIAGRAM
Lock washer
Flat washers
Nut
Inside box wall
3/8” x 4” Bolt
Pivot arm
Nylock
nuts

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2: ATTACHING MOTOR
Perform one of the following to attach motor:
NOTE: For stainless steel see page 2 for
bolting procedures.
15” CARTRIDGE
A. Remove clevis and cotter pins holding
PVC spacer on end of roll tube. Slide motor
extension into cartridge and PVC spacer.
Cotter pin
Motor extension
Grease
PVC spacer Clevis pin
B. Secure motor to upper pivot arm mount
using (3) 5/16” x 3/4” bolts with lock washers.
C. Slide upper pivot arm with motor over top
of lower pivot arm.
5/16” x 3/4” Bolt
Upper pivot
arm mount
Motor
Lock washer
D. Insert drive shaft into motor extension.
Turn roll tube by hand until holes align, then
insert clevis and cotter pin.
Drive shaft
Motor extension on roll tube
E. Square pivot arm with roll tube by
adjusting motor extension forward or
backward as needed.
IMPORTANT: Ensure path of motor arm is
free of obstructions.
NOTE: If not installed square with roll tube
and pivot mount, motor will bind and wobble
during operation.
90o
Correctly aligned arm

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2: ATTACHING MOTOR (Continued)
F. Use hole in end of PVC spacer and
cartridge as guide to drill a 5/16” hole in
motor extension then secure with clevis and
cotter pins. Bend cotter pin tabs.
TIP: Periodically grease motor extension.
NOTE: If lower pivot arm extends past top
of motor in closed position, trim off excess.
Then reinsert nylon plug into top of lower
pivot arm.
Cotter pin
Motor extension
Grease
PVC spacer
Clevis pin
33” CARTRIDGE
A. Secure motor to upper pivot arm mount
using (3) 5/16” x 3/4” bolts with lock washers.
B. Slide upper pivot arm with motor over top
of lower pivot arm.
5/16” x 3/4” Bolt
Upper pivot
arm mount
Motor
Lock washer
C. Lift motor and arm up to cartridge on roll
tube then square motor with roll tube.
NOTE: If not installed square with roll tube
and pivot mount, motor will bind and wobble
during operation.
D. Mark PVC spacer and cartridge 5/16”
from upper pivot arm mount.
IMPORTANT: Ensure path of motor arm is
free of obstructions.
PVC spacer and cartridge
5/16”
90o
E. Cut cartridge and PVC spacer at marked
location. Remove clevis and cotter pins, save
for later.
F. Make mark on PVC spacer 1/2” in from
end and drill pilot hole, then drill 5/16” hole
through PVC spacer and cartridge.
NOTE: Ensure to drill squarely through both
parts. Mark and drill hole 1/2” in
from end of PVC spacer

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2: ATTACHING MOTOR (Continued)
G. Insert drive shaft on motor into cartridge.
H. Turn roll tube by hand until holes align and
secure with previously removed clevis and
cotter pins. Bend cotter pin tabs.
TIP: Periodically grease motor extension.
NOTE: If lower pivot arm extends past top
of motor in closed position, trim off excess.
Then reinsert nylon plug into top of lower
pivot arm.
Cotter pin
PVC spacer
Clevis pin
3: ELECTRICAL
A. Locate and clean suitable locations to apply caution stickers.
B. Refer to included instructions to complete wiring.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Periodic preventive maintenance should be practiced:
• Inspect tarp and hardware for abrasions or loosened bolts that may need
adjustment. Adjust tension when needed. Tarp must be kept to a recommended
tension setting equally on both ends, or excessive tarp wear may occur.
• Tarp should always operate as well as when rst installed. Make all appropriate
repairs or adjustments immediately before serious damage occurs.
• Check the tightness of mounting bolts and electrical connections, remove any dirt or
corrosion that may have accumulated on the electrical connections.
• Always use genuine Agri-Cover, Inc. replacement parts, use serial number to easily
order replacement tarp.
For Replacement: 1-800-233-4655
EZL/ATL Part #: KA-116132A010
SERIAL: 123456789 18.12.2015
Serial number is located at rear
of tarp on stationary tube side

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Agri-Cover, Inc. extends the following Limited Warranty on its SRT-2TM Electric Tarp
Conversion:
Agri-Cover, Inc. warrants its SRT-2TM Electric Tarp Conversion to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from date of manufacture
unless accompanied by proof of purchase. The one (1) year warranty start date can be
found on the unit (motor and gearbox). Check both and refer to the oldest date shown.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any failure due to abuse, misuse, alteration, neglect,
improper assembly or installation, or improper maintenance.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THE SRT-2TM ELECTRIC TARP
CONVERSION IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF
MANUFACTURE UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY PROOF OF PURCHASE. Agri-Cover
Inc.’s sole obligation under this Limited Warranty or any implied warranty is limited to the
repair or replacement at its option, of defective parts only. No labor or service allowance is
given or implied. IN NO EVENT SHALL AGRI-COVER, INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AND THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIPTION CONTAINED
HEREIN.
For warranty, have serial number ready and ll out the warranty claim form at
agricover.com/warrantyclaim or call Customer Service Department at 800-233-4655 to
determine if only a replacement part is needed or if the tarp needs to be returned for
inspection and repair. Goods to be returned must have a pre-authorized RA # (Return
Authorization Number) – obtained by calling the number above. Mark the number on the
package and ship it freight prepaid to address below. Agri-Cover will pay freight to return
goods to sender.
This Limited Warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may have other rights, which
vary, from state to state.
For replacement parts shop at agricoverparts.com or call Customer Service at
800-233-4655.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST Monday through Friday, except Holidays
Agri-Cover, Inc.
Customer Service Dept
3000 Hwy 281 SE
Jamestown, ND 58401
Phone: [phone]
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