COVANA C-HOR User manual

Revision 13
2018-04-23

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................................................................................2
SAFETY......................................................................................................................................................................4
Safety information...................................................................................................................................................4
Avoiding the risk of electrocution............................................................................................................................5
LABELLING ...............................................................................................................................................................7
GLOSSARY..............................................................................................................................................................10
HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION TABLE .................................................................................................................15
INSTALLATION PREPARATION............................................................................................................................18
Location considerations........................................................................................................................................18
Foundation preparation.........................................................................................................................................19
Installation reference information .........................................................................................................................20
INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................21
Uncrating ..............................................................................................................................................................21
Cover assembly....................................................................................................................................................24
Tub mount assembly ............................................................................................................................................29
Ground anchoring assembly (optional).................................................................................................................30
Post assembly ......................................................................................................................................................32
Lifting mechanism assembly ................................................................................................................................33
Tub mounting........................................................................................................................................................38
Ground anchoring mounting (optional).................................................................................................................40
Testing the Horizon cover.....................................................................................................................................41
Wiper brackets installation....................................................................................................................................42
Grounding and power supply connection .............................................................................................................46
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................47
Side elevation dimensions....................................................................................................................................47
Frame dimensions and footprint...........................................................................................................................48
Electrical specifications.........................................................................................................................................48
Operating limitations.............................................................................................................................................49
General specifications ..........................................................................................................................................49
LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ...............................................................................................................................50
TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................................................................51

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APPENDIX ...............................................................................................................................................................53
Wiring diagram (North America) –60 Hz, 120 VAC Operator..............................................................................54
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (Customer copy)....................................................................................................57
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (Installer copy).......................................................................................................59

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SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND
REVIEW THEM REGULARLY.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Safety information
The Covana cover was designed, tested and certified
to be installed over a swim spa and by following
important installation instructions issued by Covana.
Any other type of usage will void the warranty and
product certification.
The maximum extra load weight provided in the
specification section of this manual is a provision for
environmental outcomes, such as a small amount of
leftover snow or damp leaves that may temporarily
accumulate on the cover and are evenly distributed
on the surface of the cover.
The Covana cover was not designed to support any
additional load or people walking or standing on its lid.
Failure to observe this instruction will void the cover’s
warranty and nullify its certification.
The power safety cover meets the ASTM F1346-91
requirements.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow
children to use this product unless they are
supervised at all times.
The Covana cover should be fully visible when
operating the key switch.
Failure to follow all instructions may result in
injury or even death.
Do not allow people to climb on the cover.
Do not allow children to have access to the
Covana cover without supervision.
Inspect the cover periodically. It should raise
smoothly and evenly. Contact your Covana
dealer if any unusual mechanical sound is
heard during use.
Never operate the Covana cover until all
people and objects are out of the hot tub.
Lower the Covana in extreme wind conditions.
Gusts of 20 mph (30 km/h) while in the raised
position and upwards of 45 mph (70 km/h)
when completely lowered on the hot tub.
WARNING
Be sure to keep the key switch and key out of
the reach of children.
Do not put any type of fabric or plastic sheet,
such as a tarpaulin, on the Covana cover. This
could overheat the cover and result in the
deformation or delamination of the cover.
Inspect the cover periodically. It should raise
smoothly and evenly. Contact your Covana
dealer if any unusual mechanical sound is
heard during use.
Never use any type of pressure washer or
buffer to clean any surface of the Covana
cover. This could result in premature wear or
damage.
DO
Remove the control key after operating the
Covana cover. Store the key in a secure
location when not in use. Users must bring the
control key in the hot tub with them to prevent
any unauthorized operation of the cover.
Never leave the key in the keyswitch.
Check the cover frequently for signs of
deterioration.
Have any repairs, adjustments or mechanical
work performed by your certified Covana
dealer as soon as possible when you notice a
malfunction.
Close the cover when it is not in use or if the
hot tub is not being monitored.
Covana cover should only be operated by an
adult.
Covana cover is not to be used by persons
(including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction.
DO NOT
Operate the unit before all the mechanical and
electrical connections have been made.
Step on or stack anything on the operator
cover.
Operate the Covana cover while somebody is
in the hot tub.
Climb, walk or step on the Covana cover at
any time.
Leave the Covana cover open for more than
12 hours at a time. This could cause the cover
to warp over time.

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Converge or directly reflect sunlight on the
cover. This could cause permanent damage.
Wash the cover with harsh chemicals or
cleaners.
Use a pressure washer to clean any
component of the Covana cover. This could
result in premature wear or damage.
Use an extension cord to connect the Covana
cover to its power source. The cord may not
be properly grounded and the connection is a
shock hazard. An extension cord may cause a
voltage drop, which would cause the motor to
overheat.
CAUTION
Be sure to follow all the instructions in this
manual and only use the accessories and
tools approved by Covana.
Do not roll the Covana cover onto its side or
slide it on its side. This will damage the siding.
After removing a part, always place it in a safe
place on a clean and level surface to ensure
proper functionality.
For ground anchoring model: Both posts of the
Covana cover must be properly anchored to
the foundation using the anchoring holes
located at the foot of each post.
For tub mount model: Both posts of the
Covana cover must be properly anchored to
the hot tub frame using the tub mount
brackets and arms.
This product mainly contains steel, fiberglass,
foam, copper (Cu) and die-cast aluminum (Al).
The gearbox contains oil and other materials.
Please recycle them properly.
Both the up and down limit switches are pre-
adjusted at the factory. The down-limit switch
should never be readjusted. The up-limit
switch should be readjusted only to reduce the
maximum height of the cover to avoid possible
contact with its surroundings. Please refer to
the Limit Switch Adjustment section in this
manual before making any adjustments. An
improper adjustment can result in damage to
the drive system and/or cover.
Avoiding the risk of electrocution
ELECTRICAL DANGER
Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in death by electrocution or serious
injury. Disconnect or turn off and secure the
power supply before starting any intervention
on the Covana cover.
Always have a licensed electrical contractor
perform any electrical maintenance or repairs
on the Covana cover. The wiring must comply
with all the applicable local electrical codes
and regulations.
The Covana operator must be connected to a
circuit that is protected by a dedicated ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) that complies
with all the applicable local electrical codes
and regulations.
Install the Covana cover in such a way that
drainage directs water away from the electrical
& base mechanical components.
Do not connect any auxiliary components to
the electrical system of the Covana cover
unless they have been approved by Covana.
Replace electrical components with original
components provided or approved by Covana.
Ask your dealer for replacement parts.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, replace
a damaged cord immediately. Failure to do so
may result in death or serious personal injury
due to electrocution.
Do not bury the power cord. A buried cable
may result in death or serious personal injury
due to electrocution if direct burial-type cable
is not used, or if improper digging occurs.
ELECTRICAL WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the green-
colored terminal or the terminal marked “g,”
“gr,” “ground,” “grounding” or with a ⏚
symbol that is located inside the supply
terminal box or compartment must be
connected to the grounding means provided in
the electric supply service panel with a
continuous copper wire equivalent in size to
the circuit conductors supplying the
equipment.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Two lugs marked “bonding lugs” are provided
on the external surface or on the inside of the
supply terminal box or its compartment. To
reduce the risk of electric shock, connect the
local common bonding grid in the area of the
Covana cover. Use terminals with an insulated
or bare copper conductor no smaller than No.
6 AWG (13.3 mm2).
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, replace
any damaged cord immediately. Failure to do
so may result in serious personal injury or
death due to electrocution.
All field-installed metal components, such as
rails, ladders, drains or other similar hardware,
within 10 ft. (3 m) of the hot tub must be
bonded to the equipment grounding bus with
copper conductors not smaller than No. 6
AWG (13.3 mm2). (NEC art. 680.)
WARNING REGARDING DRUG OR
ALCOHOL USE
The use of drugs or alcohol while operating
the Covana cover is strictly prohibited. The
impairment of judgment, vision or hearing
might affect the security of other people or
result in death.
WARNING REGARDING
MODIFICATIONS TO THE COVANA
COVER
Any modifications to the Covana cover, such
as mechanical, electrical or aesthetic ones,
may cause the cover to operate in an
unwanted or dangerous way. Furthermore,
these modifications are not permitted and
might void the warranty and certification.
The Covana cover has been designed, tested
and certified only for the purpose of covering
and securing a spa. Any installation that
differs partly or entirely from this purpose
will void the warranty and certification.

INSTALLATION MANUAL LABELLING 7
LABELLING
WARNING
Removing anylabelsfrom the Covana cover will void product certification. All labels should always
remain visible. It is the owners’ responsibility to ensure these labels are always visible and should
never be removed
Key operating diagram,
located on the key switch.
Risk of electrocution warning,
located on the operator unit.
Drowning risk warning, located on the outside of the Covana cover.
Specification label, located on the operator unit.
(North American model)
Note: This label provides the serial number
C-HOR
Specification label, located on the operator unit.
(European model)
Note: This label provides the serial number

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Label located on the key switch cable.
Do not step or stand on symbol,
located on top of the operator unit.
Electrical information, located on the key switch cable.
Maintenance informations, located
on the C-channels.

INSTALLATION MANUAL LABELLING 9
Do not step on cover label, located at the end C-channels of the Covana cover.
Center label, located on the center of the right and left C-channels.
(remove after installation)
Top label, located on the interior of the I-beams and escape hatch opening
(hidden when assembled).

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GLOSSARY
Part
Figure
Function
Post assembly
The posts will be fastened to the cover and will allow it to raise or
lower.
All weather seal
The all-weather seal will help protect sleeves from damages due to
weather.
Top plate
The top plate is a cover that is installed on the sleeve assembly. It
will protect the lifting mechanism from any debris.
Operator unit
The operator powers and controls the lifting mechanism of the
Covana cover.
Figure 2
Figure 4
Figure 3
Figure 1

INSTALLATION MANUAL GLOSSARY 11
Drive shaft
The drive shaft transmits the power between the jack assemblies
and the chains connected to the operator unit.
U frame (short)
The short U frames protect the mechanical parts that rest on the
foundation and connect both posts.
Motor-side
The motor-side protect the chains.
Pivot arm
Figure 8
Links the cover to the posts assembly.
C channel
The C-channel is the outer frame of the cover.
I beam
The I-beam is the aluminum extrusion installed between the panels.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7

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I to C connection
plate (long)
The I to C long connection plate is used to screw the pivot arm to
the c channels.
l to C connection
plate (small)
The I-to-C bracket makes the link between I-beam and C-channels.
Key switch
The key switch is used to operate the Covana cover.
Corner bracket
The corner brackets link the C-channels on the side to the ones in
front and back.
Escape hatch
The escape hatch is a removable panel part of the cover.
Contour seal
The contour seal ensures uniform contact between the cover and
the hot tub.
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 12
Figure 15
Figure 16
Figure 11

INSTALLATION MANUAL GLOSSARY 13
Contour seal
connector
The seal connector is used to link both ends of the seal. It ensures
a strong and effective joint.
Contour seal
installation clip
Contour seal installation clips are used during the installation
process to ensure the seal is installed properly.
Wiper bracket
The wiper bracket is attached under the I-beam. This part is
required to ensure waterproofing of the Covana cover.
Installation foam
The installation foam is used during the installation process to
protect the hot tub from direct contact with the cover.
Sleeve bracket
(for tub mount
model only)
Used for the standard tub mount option to mount the sleeves to the
hot tub. It is the part resting against the sleeves.
Tub mount
support
(for tub mount
model only)
The tub mount supports are used to mount the sleeves to the hot
tub. It is the part resting against the hot tub.
Figure 17
Figure 18
Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22

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Tub mount arm
(short or long)
(for tub mount
model only)
The tub mount arms are used for the tub mount option only. They
link the sleeve brackets to the tub mount supports.
Post brackets
(for ground
anchoring option
only)
These are assembled with the L brackets, the side supports and
the linkage bars. The post brackets allow posts’ stability without the
need to mount any hardware to the hot tub.
L bracket
(for ground
anchoring option
only)
It is assembled with the post brackets, the side supports and the
linkage bars. The L brackets provide posts’ stability without the
need to mount any hardware to the hot tub.
Side support
(for ground
anchoring option
only)
It is assembled with the L brackets, the post brackets and the
linkage bars. The side supports provide posts’ stability without the
need to mount any hardware to the hot tub.
Linkage bar
(for ground
anchoring option
only)
It is assembled with the L brackets, the side supports and the post
brackets. The linkage bars provide posts’ stability without the need
to mount any hardware to the hot tub.
Figure 24
Figure 25
Figure 26
Figure 27
Figure 23

INSTALLATION MANUAL HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION TABLE 15
HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION TABLE
Quantity
Visual representation
Description
6x
5/16″-18 x 2″hexagonal bolt
used to fasten the short and
long U-frames.
8x
1/4in. -20 x 1 in. Button hex
drive bolt. Used to fix the
pivot joint bracket the the
cover.
16x
10-24 x 1/2 in. Thread
cutting screw. Used on the
cover’s corner brackets.
4x
Ground
anchoring
28x
Tub mount
1/4 in.-20 x 5/8 in. Carriage
bolt. Used for fastening the I-
beam assemblies.These
bolts are also used for the
tub mount option.
16x
Ground
anchoring
1/4 in.-20 x 3/4 in. Carriage
bolt. Only used for the
stabilization option.
4x
#8 x1/2 in. Self-drilling
screw. Used to fasten the
sleeves top plates.
32x
Tub mount
#10-12 x 3/4 in. self-tapping
screws. Only used for the
tub mount option.

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4x
Ground
anchoring
28x
Tub mount
1/4 in. Lock washer used for
cover assembly and the tub
mount option.
8x
Tub mount
1/4 in. Flat stainless steel
washer. Only used for the
tub mount option.
2x
5/16 in. Lock washer used to
fasten the operator unit to
the long U-frame.
2x
5/16 in. Flat stainless steel
washer used to fasten the
operator to the long U-frame.
8x
5/16 in. Flat nylon washer
used on the fixations of the
short U-frames.
4x
Ground
anchoring
28x
Tub mount
1/4 in.-20 Hex nut. Used for
cover assembly and the tub
mount option.
2x
5/16 in.-18 Hex nut. Used to
fasten the operator to the
long U-frame.
6x
5/16 in.-18 Nylon insert
locknut. Used to fasten the
short and U-frame to the
long u-frame and to the post.

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18x
Ground
anchoring
2x
Tub mount
1/4 in.-20 Nylon insert
locknut. Used with shoulder
screw and with ground
anchoring option.
2x
1/4-20-5/16 in. Set screw
used on the operator’s
sprocket.
1x
3/16-3/16-5/8 in. Square
ends key used for the
operator’s sprocket.
1x
5/32 in. Hex key. Used for
fastening the 1/4in.-20 x 1 in.
Button hex drive bolts.
2x
5/16x1 1/4in. shoulder screw
used to lock pivot arm and
post togheter
2x
1in. diameter black cap.
Used to close the end of the
pivot arm.

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INSTALLATION
PREPARATION
To ensure the safe use of the Covana cover, it must
be installed on a properly prepared surface. It is
important to adequately prepare the foundation and
carefully read the following recommendations.
Location considerations
Ensure the future Covana cover location is not
subjected to any downpour of water or debris
falling from another rooftop.
Ensure that the base of the cover is not in a
flood zone. Any damage caused by flooding or
water accumulation will not be covered under
the warranty.
Ensure that there are no obstacles, such as
branches or electrical power lines, in the
operating range of the cover.
Refer to section Technical specifications for
dimensions of cover.
Ensure there is safe access to the tub, free of
obstacles or debris.
All the base components of the Covana cover
must be supported by the foundation.
Do not concentrate or directly reflect sunlight
onto the cover. This could cause permanent
damage (e.g. reflection from a window).
Ensure the Covana cover is installed on a
clean surface free of any vegetation, such as
grass, branches, roots or mineral
contaminants, such as rocks, dust or sand.
The key switch must be permanently mounted
and located 5 ft. (1.5 m) away from the hot tub
and 5 ft. (1.5 m) above the deck or ground
level. Be sure that the user has a clear view of
the Horizon cover when operating it.
Furthermore, the key switch terminal should
be located in a place where no water
downpour or debris could fall on it. (Figure 28)
WARNING
Failure to permanently install the key switch as
indicated could cause serious injury or even
death and void the warranty and certification.
Only the proper installation of the key switch
combined with the suggested procedures and
caution will reduce such risks.
Do not place the cover in an area prone to
snow accumulation or water runoff.
DANGER
Failure to properly install the key switch
according to these instructions could result in
injury or even death.
1.5 metres
1.5 metres
5 feet
5 feet
Hot tub
Figure 28

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Foundation preparation
The Horizon cover requires a clean, flat and
level surface such as an engineered wood
deck or a concrete slab.
Each of the two jacks of the Covana cover
must be properly fastened to the tub frame. It
is the installer’s responsibility to ensure the
Horizon cover is properly fastened in a safe
manner. If you cannot meet these
requirements, Covana offers the ground
anchoring option for the Horizon. It is the
installer’s responsibility to ensure the Horizon
cover is properly anchored to the ground with
the proper anchoring hardware.
WARNING
The ground anchoring option should not be
used in an excessively windy area.
Just like the hot tub, the Horizon cover
requires a solid foundation. The foundation for
the Horizon cover must be able to support at
least 550 lb. (250 kg).
The foundation must be levelled with a
maximum tolerance of 1 in. (2.5 cm) over a
113 3/4 in. (2.89 m) by 56½ in. (1.44 m)
rectangle (Figure 29). Refer to Frame
dimension and foot print section for
information on minimum base size. The
annual variation in levelness for the same area
cannot exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm).
CAUTION
Damage caused by inadequate foundation
construction is not covered by the Covana
warranty. It is the owner’s responsibility to
provide a proper foundation.
Failure to follow these guidelines may cause
permanent damage or the improper
functioning of the Covana cover. Such
damage may not be covered by the warranty.
56½ in. (1.44 m)
Figure 29
113 3/4 in. (2.89 m)

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Installation reference information
Throughout the following installation instructions, we
will refer to the front, rear, left and right sides of the
cover. Please refer to Figure 30 and Figure 31. The
front of the cover is the side with the higher point of
the tilt and the back of the cover is the operator’s side.
REAR of
the cover
FRONT of
the cover
Figure 31
Operator unit
LEFT of
the cover
RIGHT of
the cover
Figure 30
Operator unit