COVANA LEGEND User manual

Installation Manual
Manuel d'installation
Read this manual before proceeding with installation
Veuillez lire ce guide avant de procéder à l'installation
LEGEND
www.covana.com

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La version française du manuel débute à la page 31
FRANÇAIS

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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
THE BATTERY WALL CHARGER SHOULD ONLY BE USED INDOORS AWAY FROM
ANY WATER SOURCES.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
DISCONNECT OR TURN OFF ALL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY
INTERVENTION ON THE COVANA.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
DO NOT OPERATE THE COVANA WHILE IN WATER.
WARNING
AVOID DROWNING RISK
ENTRAPMENT POSSIBLE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DROWNING.
INSPECT PERIODICALLY
POWER SAFETY COVER MEETING ASTM F1346-91 REQUIREMENTS.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
BATTERIES CONTAIN BATTERY ACID WHICH IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WHEN USING THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
WHEN INSTALLING AND USING THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN TO
USE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS THEY ARE CLOSELY SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES.
3. CHECK COVER FREQUENTLY FOR SIGNS OF DETERIORATION.
4. A GREEN COLORED TERMINAL OR A TERMINAL MARKED G, GR, GROUND, GROUNDING, OR THE
SYMBOL IS LOCATED INSIDE THE SUPPLY TERMINAL BOX OR COMPARTMENT. TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS TERMINAL 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 THIS EQUIPMENT.
5. AT LEAST TWO LUGS MARKED “BONDING LUGS” ARE PROVIDED ON THE EXTERNAL SURFACE
OR ON THE INSIDE OF THE SUPPLY TERMINAL BOX OR COMPARTMENT. TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, CONNECT THE LOCAL COMMON BONDING GRID IN THE AREA OF THE HOT
TUB OR SPA TO THESE TERMINALS WITH AN INSULATED OR BARE COPPER
CONDUCTOR NOT SMALLER THAN NO. 6 AWG.
6. ALL FIELD-INSTALLED METAL COMPONENTS SUCH AS RAILS, LADDERS, DRAINS OR OTHER SIMI-
LAR HARDWARE WITHIN 3 M OF THE SPA OR HOT TUB SHALL BE BONDED TO THE EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING BUS WITH COPPER CONDUCTORS NOT SMALLER THAN NO. 6 AWG.
7. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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THIS OPERATOR IS SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO OPERATE ONLY WITH THE COVANA LIFTING SYSTEM.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS OPERATOR BE USED FOR ANY OTHER APPLICATIONS.
DISPOSAL: THIS PRODUCT MAINLY CONTAINS STEEL, COPPER (CU), ALUMINUM (AL),
FIBERGLASS, & EPS.
THE GEARBOX CONTAINS OIL AND OTHER MATERIALS. PLEASE RECYCLE WISELY
REMOVE THE CONTROL KEY AFTER OPERATING THE COVANA.
STORE THE KEY IN A SECURE LOCATION WHEN NOT IN USE.
BRING THE KEY WITH YOU IN THE SWIM SPA TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED
OPERATION OF THE COVANA.
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
5 feet
1.5 meters
5 feet
1.5 meters
Cover
Swim spa
The key switch must be permanently
mounted and located 5 feet (1.5 m)
away from the swim spa and 5 feet
(1.5 m) above the deck and user
must have full view of the Covana
when operating.

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IMPORTANT
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING STEPS FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY
AND SETUP OF THE COVANA.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT UNTIL ALL MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE.
IMPORTANT
ALL 4 POSTS OF THE COVANA MUST BE PROPERLY ANCHORED TO THE SWIM SPA USING
THE SUPPLIED BRACKETS AT EACH POST.
IMPORTANT
BATTERY IS TO BE STORED INSIDE WHEN TEMPERATURES DROP BELOW -30°C (-22°F).

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Just like the swim spa foundation, the Covana also requires a solid foundation. The area that
the Covana sits on must be able to support at least 600 lb (272 kg) and must be leveled. All
components of the Covana must be supported by the foundation.
Note: Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundation support is not covered by
the Covana warranty. It is the responsibility of the owner to provide proper foundation.
Foundation recommendation:
1. Engineered wood deck OR concrete pad - 4" (100 mm) thick.
2. Each of the 4 posts on the Covana must be properly anchored to the swim spa using the
supplied hardware.
1. The LEGEND motor is powered by a 24 V DC System.
2. The LEGEND must be installed in accordance to and comply with any local codes and
regulations.
3. Wire and conduit for the key switch and motor cables should be sized as per local codes
and regulations.
Required voltage for charger: 115 V for North American customers and 230 V for European
customers, both to be used on a regular wall outlet.
PREPARING A PROPER FOUNDATION
LEGEND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
KEY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
 Turn the key to the right —clockwise to lower the cover.
 Turn the key to the left —counterclockwise to raise the cover.
 The key will automatically return to center, off position, when released.

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SIDE ELEVATION DIMENSIONS
Swim spa height will vary and must be
within these measurements
Minimum is 49" (1.2 m)
Maximum is approximately 62" (1.6 m)
Covana maximum travel is
65" (1.7 m)
The maximum elevation height depends
of the height of the swim spa. Add swim
spa height to the Covana travel to
determine maximum elevation.
Example:
Swim spa height +
Covana travel which is 65" (1.7 m)
= Total elevation
3" (76 mm)

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Service access required for BOTH sides of the swim spa. Dimensions do not include required access to service swim spa. Do not scale drawing. Dimensions are in inches [mm].
PAD LENGHT DETERMINED BY SWIM SPA REQUIREMENTS
SWIM SPA
FRAME DIMENSIONS AND FOOTPRINT
Motor
Motor

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5. Remove the front cover and place it in a safe place.
6. Use your hands to extract the paper sheet covering
parts inside the crate.
7. Use a Robertson screwdriver to unscrew the two (2)
screws holding the top of the sleeves –four (4)
sleeves : eight (8) screws in total.
8. Remove the four (4) sleeves from the crate and place
them in a safe place.
9. Remove the three (3) boxes above the jack box.
ASSEMBLING THE LEGEND PART I –UNCRATING
 Scissors /
Retractable blade
knife
 Robertson
screwdriver
 Sheet metal cutter
 7/32” Allen key
REQUIRED TOOLS
UNCRATING
1. Before uncrating the unit, Make sure there is no
apparent damage to the crate. In case of suspicious
damage, take photos. If any damage is discovered,
call Covana customer service at 1-877-278-8010.
2. Stand the Covana in the vertical position. Ensure
wind conditions allow for this to be done safely.
3. Use the sheet metal cutter to cut and remove the
metal strip around the crate.
4. Use a Robertson screwdriver to unscrew the screws
holding the front cover –five (5) screws per side.

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13. Remove the seals and the foams from the crate and
place them in a safe place.
14. Remove the C-Channel and I-Beam extrusions from
the crate and place them in a safe place.
15. With the help of one other person, lower the crate
horizontally on its back side. One (1) person on each
side of the crate.
16. With a Robertson screwdriver, unscrew the thirteen
(13) screws holding the top of the crate. –four (4)
screws per side, five (5) screw on the top.
ASSEMBLING THE LEGEND PART I –UNCRATING
10. With a Robertson screwdriver, unscrew the screws
holding the jack box. –four (4) screws per side: two
(2) screws in the middle, two (2) screws in the
bottom.
11. With the help of one other person, remove the jack's
small box from the crate and place it in a safe place.
12. Use a Robertson screwdriver to unscrew the two (2)
screws holding the jacks' bottom. –two (2) screws
per jack.

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ASSEMBLING THE LEGEND PART I –UNCRATING
17. Remove the top of the crate.
18. Remove the fiberglass panels from the crate by lifting
them up and place them in a safe place.

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ASSEMBLY

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TYPICAL COVER LAYOUT FOR UNITS 12 TO 15 FT (3.66 M TO 4.6 M)
1 2
3
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5
6
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8
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14
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15
16
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TYPICAL COVER LAYOUT FOR UNITS 12 TO 15 FT (3.66 M TO 4.6 M)
Item
number Model Description Qty
1 All Corner outside facing 4
2 All Corner bracket support 4
3 All #8 x 1/2" pan head Phillips self tapping screw 24
4 All 83 3/4" (2127 mm) C-Channel (short side) 2
5 All 94 9/16" (2402 mm) C-Channel (middle long side) 2
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12 Ft (3.66 m) 21 9/16" (548 mm) C-Channel left
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13 Ft (3.96 m) 27 9/16" (700 mm) C-Channel left
14 Ft (4.27 m) 33 9/16" (852 mm) C-Channel left
15 Ft (4.6 m) 39 9/16" (1005 mm) C-Channel left
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12 Ft (3.66 m) 21 9/16" (548 mm) C-Channel right
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13 Ft (3.96 m) 27 9/16" (700 mm) C-Channel right
14 Ft (4.27 m) 33 9/16" (852 mm) C-Channel right
15 Ft (4.6 m) 39 9/16" (1005 mm) C-Channel right
8 12 to 15 Ft (3.6 m to 4.6 m) I-Beam 3
10 12 to 15 Ft (3.6 m to 4.6 m) L-shape bracket 6
11 All I-Beam to C-Channel 11" (279 mm) bracket (post to cover connection) 4
12 12 to 15 Ft (3.6 m to 4.6 m) I-Beam to C-Channel 2" (51 mm) bracket 2
13 12 to 15 Ft (3.6 m to 4.6 m) 1/4"-20 x 5/8" carriage bolts (assembly of the I-Beam to C-Channel connection) 12
14 12 to 15 Ft (3.6 m to 4.6 m) 1/4"-20 x 1/2" pan head Phillips bolt 12
15 All 1/4"-20 nut A/R
16 All C-Channel reinforcement cap 4
17 All 5/32" drill bit 1
18 All #10-24 x 1/2" thread cutting screw 16
19 All Post to cover connector bracket 4
20 All 1/4"-20 x 1" button head socket cap screw 16
21 All Nylon washer A/R
22 All 46 3/4" (1187 mm) Cover panel 1
23 All 46 3/4" (1187 mm) Cover panel with escape hatch 1
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12 Ft (3.66 m) 27 1/4" (692 mm) Cover edge panel 2
13 Ft (3.96 m) 33 1/4" (845 mm) Cover edge panel 2
14 Ft (4.27 m) 39 1/4" (997 mm) Cover edge panel 2
15 Ft (4.6 m) 45 1/4" Cover edge panel 2
27 All Escape hatch 1

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TYPICAL COVER LAYOUT FOR UNITS 16 TO 20 FT (4.88 M TO 6.1 M)
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12
3 4
5
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TYPICAL COVER LAYOUT FOR UNITS 16 TO 20 FT (4.88 M TO 6.1 M)
Item
number Model Description Qty
1 All Corner outside facing 4
2 All Corner bracket support 4
3 All #8 x 1/2" pan head Phillips self tapping screw 24
4 All 83 3/4" (2127 mm) C-Channel (short side) 2
5 All 94 9/16" (2402 mm) C-Channel (middle long side) 2
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16 Ft (4.88 m) 45 9/16" (1157 mm) C-Channel left
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17 Ft (5.18 m) 51 9/16" (1310 mm) C-Channel left
18 Ft (5.49 m) 57 9/16" (1462 mm) C-Channel left
19 Ft (5.79 m) 63 9/16" (1614 mm) C-Channel left
20 Ft (6.1 m) 65 1/16" (1665 mm) C-Channel left
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16 Ft (4.88 m) 45 9/16" (1157 mm) C-Channel right
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17 Ft (5.18 m) 51 9/16" (1310 mm) C-Channel right
18 Ft (5.49 m) 57 9/16" (1462 mm) C-Channel right
19 Ft (5.79 m) 63 9/16" (1614 mm) C-Channel right
20 Ft (6.1 m) 65 1/16" (1665 mm) C-Channel right
9 16 to 20 Ft I-Beam 5
10 16 to 20 Ft L-shape bracket 10
11 All I-Beam to C-Channel 11" (279 mm) bracket (post to cover connection) 4
12 16 to 20 Ft (4.88 m to 6.1 m) I-Beam to C-Channel 2" (51 mm) bracket 6
13 16 to 20 Ft (4.88 m to 6.1 m) 1/4"-20 x 5/8" carriage bolts (assembly of the I-Beam to C-Channel connection) 20
14 16 to 20 Ft (4.88 m to 6.1 m) 1/4"-20 x 1/2" pan head Phillips bolt 20
15 All 1/4"-20 nut A/R
16 All C-Channel reinforcement cap 4
17 All 5/32" drill bit 1
18 All #10-24 x 1/2" thread cutting screw 16
19 All Post to cover connector bracket 4
20 All 1/4"-20 x 1" button head socket cap screw 16
21 All Nylon washer A/R
22 All 46 3/4" (1187 mm) Cover panel 1
23 All 46 3/4" (1187 mm) Cover panel with escape hatch 1
25 16 to 20 Ft (4.88 m to 6.1 m) 23 1/2" (597 mm) Cover edge panel 2
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16 Ft (4.88 m) 28 3/4" (730 mm) Cover panel 2
17 Ft (5.18 m) 33 3/4" (857 mm) Cover panel 2
18 Ft (5.49 m) 39 3/4" (1010 mm) Cover panel 2
19 Ft (5.79 m) 45 3/4" (1162 mm)Cover panel 2
20 Ft (6.1 m) 46 3/4" (1187 mm) Cover panel 2
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ASSEMBLING THE LEGEND PART II - ASSEMBLY
1. Attach the foam spacers using tape, evenly
spaced on the top of the swim spa. This will
ensure the protection of the swim spa and set
the cover’s height.
2. It is recommended to use the crate as a base
to build the center section of the cover, and
transfer it to the tub once it is assembled.
3. Place the escape hatch panel (46 3/4” [1.2
m]) onto the foam spacers across the middle
of the crate box. Ensure seal around the
escape hatch opening is on top.
4. Snap the C-Channels over the previously
placed panel so that the middle of the C-
Channel, premarked with a sticker, is aligned
with the edge of the panel.
5. Pre-assemble all the I-to-C-channel
connections as shown. Place tape over the
head of the 1/4" x 5/8" carriage bolts to
ensure bolt stays engaged in the back plate.
Ensure these bolts and nuts are slightly
untightened
C-channel
rails between
plates
Narrow with lip
and seal (top)
6. Slide the I-Beam in the C-Channel with the
wider flat part of the I-Beam toward the
bottom and the narrow portion with the lip and
seal toward the top. The bent portion of the I
to C bracket should face toward the end of
the cover.
7. Insert the largest panel (46 3/4” [1.2 m]) into
the C-Channel and slide it until it fits into the I
-Beam. Make sure that the panel is pushed
as far as possible by hand and is completely
inserted in the I-beam.
8. On both ends of the middle sections of the
cover, install the I-Beam with the long I to C
bracket. To help you align the side holes, use
the wooden/plastic blocks provided and two
20 ft ratchet straps. Ensure the wooden block
is not compressing the seal. Tighten the
straps until one set of holes line up with the
threaded inserts.
Foam spacers
WARNING
IMPORTANT: DO NOT over tighten
bolts. Power tools MUST NOT be used.
S.S. Bolts will break under too much
torque.
The middle C-channels have holes on both ends.
Wide & flat (bottom)
Short I to C
bracket

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ASSEMBLING THE LEGEND PART II - ASSEMBLY
9. Snap over the support bracket and attach
the post mount bracket with the 1” bolts.
Once the bolts are installed, tighten the
straps if needed to line up the holes and
inserts on the other end of the C-Channel.
10. Insert the end C-Channel and complete the
assembly by inserting the 1” bolts.
11. Tighten bolts as indicated.
12. Relocate the center section of the cover on
the swim spa.
For units 15’ (4.6m) or smaller skip to step 18.
13. Next, install the rectangular panels.
Tighten
14. Use the hammer block to ensure the panel
is fully engaged in the I-beam. Gently strike
the center of the block and ensure the block
is continuously in contact with the panel
edge.
15. Repeat steps 13 and 14 on the other side.
16. As in step 6, slide one of the I-Beams in the
C-Channels. The bent portion of the I to C
bracket should face toward the end of the
cover.
17. The end panels are tapered with a 45
degree cut on the end. Insert one of the
panel with the tapered end towards the end
of the cover.
18. Use the hammer block to ensure the panel
is fully engaged in the I-beam. Gently strike
the center of the block and ensure the block
is continuously in contact with the panel
edge.
19. Repeat steps 15 and 16 on the other side.
20. On each corner, insert the corner inside
piece.
21. Snap on the remaining end C-channels at
one end of the cover.
Trimmed end towards cover’s ends
Narrow with
lip and seal
(top)
Wide & flat (bottom)
Short bracket
for 12 to 15 ft
covers
Long bracket for
16 to 20 ft
covers