COVANA Evolution User manual

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COVANA
SPA COVER MANUFACTURER
OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUAL NO. 252808
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EVOLUTION COVER
MANUAL NO. 252808
First edition 2023-12-08
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0 OWNER'S MANUAL NEW RELEASE 2023-12-08
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INTRODUCTION 6
CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW COVANA COVER 6
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 8
SAFETY 8
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL 8
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION 10
ELECTRICAL WARNING 11
MODIFICATIONS TO THE COVER 11
POSITION OF THE KEY SWITCH 12
LABELING 14
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION 14
INFORMATION ON THE ELECTRICAL CABLES 14
KEY SWITCH OPERATION DIAGRAM 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION LABEL 15
NO STEP LABEL 16
PROPOSITION 65 LABEL 16
AVOID DROWNING LABEL 16
DO NOT STEP ON THE COVER LABEL 16
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION LABEL 16
TOP LABEL 16
GLOSSARY 18
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 24
TOOLS REQUIRED 24
PREPARATION FOR THE INSTALLATION 24
UNPACKING PROCEDURE 26
HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION TABLE 27
ASSEMBLY PREPARATION 28
LIFTING MECHANISM INSTALLATION 32
TESTING THE COVER 39
KEY SWITCH INSTALLATION 40
NON-PERMANENT MOUNTING PLATES 41
WIPER INSTALLATION 42
SEAL INSTALLATION 43
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 46
LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT 49
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (CUSTOMER COPY) 51
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (INSTALLER COPY) 53
OPERATE THE COVER 56
RAISING/LOWERING THE COVER WITH THE KEY SWITCH 56
MANUAL OPERATION OF THE COVER 57
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USING THE ESCAPE HATCH 58
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 60
WIRING DIAGRAM (NORTH AMERICA) – 60 HZ, 120 VAC OPERATOR 61
WIRING DIAGRAM (EUROPE) – 50 HZ, 230 VAC OPERATOR 63
MAINTENANCE 66
WINTERIZING 66
WASHING THE COVER 66
POST GREASING 67
CHAIN LUBRICATION 69
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TABLE 70
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 73
COVANA COVER FRONT ELEVATION PLAN 73
FRAME DIMENSIONS AND FOOT PRINT 74
CONCRETE SLAB LAYOUT OPTION 76
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 78
TROUBLESHOOTING 80
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INTRODUCTION
As part of its ongoing commitment to improve the quality, reliability, durability and safety of its products, Covana
is proud to present this edition of the cover Owner's Manual.
The various sections that make up this manual will provide you with the most recent information allowing you to
understand the operation of the cover, its installation and its maintenance in order to obtain complete
satisfaction and to ensure maximum safety and comfort for users.
CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW COVANA COVER
Thank you for choosing our product. The Covana cover you have chosen is the result of excellent engineering,
attention to detail and a great deal of pride. With proper care and attention, your cover will last many years and
offer great performance.
Although our products are built to last, we strongly recommend that you register your cover at the time of
purchase to ensure an adequate follow-up process.
In fact, registering the cover allows us to quickly reach you in the unlikely event a safety notice has to be issued.
Your product and safety are a top priority for us at Covana.
You will need your original sales receipt as proof of purchase to obtain warranty service, and the work must be
performed by a certified technician. If your cover is ever to malfunction, your product registration will allow us to
access necessary information in a timely manner.
Experience the benefits of registering your cover at https://www.covana.com/warranty.html.
Please take a few minutes to read all the instructions before you use your new cover. This owner's manual
indicates how your cover works, how to install it and how to care for it, so you will get the most from your cover
for many years.
For service and advice, do not hesitate to call your local authorized Covana dealer.
FIGURE 1: EVOLUTION COVER MODEL
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE are
used throughout this manual to emphasize
important points when necessary:
DANGER
Directs the user's attention to unsafe practices
which could result in serious personal injury or
death.
WARNING
Directs the user’s attention to unsafe practices
which could result in serious personal injury or
severe damage to the cover.
CAUTION
Directs the user’s attention to unsafe practices
where personal injury is not likely but damage to
cover components could occur.
NOTE
Indicates supplementary information essential to
the proper operation of the cover, proper
installation or proper maintenance.
The lifespan of your new cover depends on the kind
of attention it receives. Pay close attention to the
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE.
Read the various notices and instructions attached
to the equipment.
Keep this manual in a safe location.
NOTE
Illustrations in this manual are used for reference
only and may differ from the actual cover;
however, key components addressed in the
manual are represented as accurately as
possible.
Before reproducing or copying this manual, in
whole or in part, written consent must be obtained
from Covana. Covana reserves the right to make
changes without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
SAFETY
The cover was designed, tested and certified to be
installed over a residential spa under important
installation instructions issued by Covana. Any
other type of usage will void the warranty and
product certification.
The 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 warranty and nullify its certification.
The power safety cover meets ASTM F1346- 91
requirements.
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
DANGER
The use of drugs or alcohol while operating the
cover is strictly prohibited. The impairment of
judgment, vision or hearing might affect the safety
of other people or result in death.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE
LOCATION.
REVIEW THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGULARLY.
NOTE
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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DANGER
lTo reduce the risk of injury, do not allow
children under the age of 18 to use this product
unless they are supervised at all times.
lFailure to follow all the instructions may result
in injury or even death.
lDo not climb or walk on the cover at any time.
lDo not allow children to have access to the
cover operation without supervision.
lNever operate the cover until all people and
objects are out of the spa.
lDo not operate the cover in extreme wind. See
Technical specifications section for the wind
limitations.
lThe cover must be completely visible when
operating the key switch.
WARNING
lBe sure to keep the key switch and key out of
the reach of children under the age of 18.
lDo not put any type of fabric or plastic sheet,
such as a tarpaulin or canvas, on the cover.
This may overheat the cover and result in the
deformation or delamination of the cover
panels.
lInspect the cover periodically. It should raise
smoothly and evenly. Contact your Covana
dealer if any unusual mechanical sound is
heard during cover operations.
DO'S
lRemove the key from the key switch after
operating the cover. Store the key in a secure
location when not in use. Users must bring the
key in the spa with them to prevent the
unauthorized operation of the cover.
lAlways remove the key from the key switch.
lCheck the cover frequently for any sign of
deterioration.
lHave any repairs, adjustments or mechanical
work performed by a certified Covana dealer as
soon as possible when you notice any
malfunction.
lCompletely lower the cover when it is not in use
or if the spa is not being monitored.
lThe cover should only be operated by an adult.
lThis product can be operated by an 8-year-old
or older child and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge ONLY if they are
supervised by an adult or have received
instructions regarding safe use of the cover.
lChildren must not play with the product.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be
performed by children without supervision.
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DON'TS
lDo not operate the unit before all mechanical
and electrical connections are completely
installed.
lDo not step on or stack anything on the
operator cover.
lDo not operate the cover while somebody is in
the spa.
lDo not climb, walk, sit or stand on the cover at
any time.
lDo not keep the cover open for more than 12
consecutive hours. Failure to follow this
instruction may cause permanent deformations
to the cover.
lDo not converge or directly reflect sunlight on
the cover. This could cause permanent
damage.
lDo not wash the cover with harsh chemicals or
cleaners.
lDo not use a pressure washer to clean any
component of the cover. This could result in
premature wear or damage.
lDo not use an extension cord to supply
electrical power to the cover. The extension
cord may not be properly grounded, and the
connection is an electrical shock hazard. An
extension cord may cause a voltage drop,
which may cause the motor to overheat.
CAUTION
lBe sure to follow all instructions in this manual
and use only accessories and tools approved
by Covana.
lDo not rotate or slide the cover using its edges.
This may damage the edge components.
lWhen unpacking after delivery or
disassembling parts, always keep them in a
safe location on a clean and level surface as to
not damage them.
CAUTION
lAll four jacks of the cover must be properly
anchored to the foundation using the anchoring
holes of the jack base plate. The optional non-
permanent mounting plates can be used when
anchoring jacks is not possible, but under strict
condition. See NON- PERMANENT
MOUNTING PLATE section for more details.
lThis product mainly contains steel, plastic,
fiberglass, foam, copper and die- cast
aluminum. Please recycle properly according
to the local rules.
lThe gearbox contains oil and other materials.
Please recycle properly according to the local
rules.
lThe jack stroke is limited by two limit switches.
These 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
environment. Please refer to the LIMIT
SWITCH ADJUSTMENT section in this manual
before making any adjustments. An improper
adjustment can result in damage to the
operator and/or to the cover.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
CAUTION
All electrical work should be done by a certified
electrician, otherwise the certification and
warranty will be void. Furthermore, any
modifications to the electrical components will
also void the warranty.
DANGER
Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in death by electrocution or serious injury
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DANGER
lDisconnect or turn off and secure all power
supplies before starting any intervention on the
cover.
lA circuit breaker needs to be incorporated into
the fixed wiring at the time of installation. This
circuit breaker must be accessible to the user
or service technician to turn the power off for
future maintenance or repair.
lOnly a certified electrical contractor may
perform any electrical maintenance on the
cover. The wiring must comply with all
applicable local electrical regulations.
lThe operator must be connected to a circuit
that is protected by a dedicated ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) that complies with all
applicable local electrical codes and
regulations.
lInstall the cover in such a way that drainage
directs water away from the electrical and the
mechanical components at the base.
lDo not connect any auxiliary components to
the electrical system of the cover unless they
have been approved by Covana.
lReplace electrical components with original
components provided or approved by Covana.
Ask your dealer for replacement parts.
lTo reduce the risk of electrical shock, replace a
damaged electrical cord immediately. Failure
to do so may result in death or serious personal
injury due to electrocution.
lDo not bury the electrical wires into the ground
unless using a direct-burial underground cable.
Not respecting this precaution may result in
death, or serious personal injury due to
electrocution.
ELECTRICAL WARNING
WARNING
lFor AC-operated model: To reduce the risk of
electrical shocks, 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
connection provided in the electric supply
service panel with a continuous copper wire
equivalent in size to the circuit conductors
supplying the equipment.
lTwo 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 cover.
Use terminals with an insulated or bare copper
conductor not smaller than No. 6 AWG (4.11
mm / 13.30mm2).
lAll field- installed metal components, such as
rails, ladders, drains or other similar hardware,
within 10 ft (3 m) of the spa must be bonded to
the equipment grounding bus with copper
conductors not smaller than No. 6 AWG (4.11
mm / 13.30mm2). (NEC art. 680).
MODIFICATIONS TO THE COVER
WARNING
lAny modifications to the cover, such as
mechanical, electrical or aesthetic, 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.
lThe cover has been designed, tested and
certified for the only purpose of covering and
securing a spa. Any installation that differs
partly or entirely from this purpose will void the
warranty and certification.
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POSITION OF THE KEY SWITCH
WARNING
lThe key switch must be permanently installed and located 5 ft (1.5 m) away from the spa and 5 ft (1.5 m)
above the deck or ground level, see Figure 2.
lMake sure the user has a clear view of the cover when operating it.
lThe key switch must be located in an area where no water downpour or debris might fall on it.
FIGURE 2: POSITION OF THE KEY SWITCH
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LABELING
This section features the labels affixed to various
components for your safety.
WARNING
Removing any labels on the cover will void
product certification.
All labels should always remain visible.
It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that these
labels are always visible and are never removed.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
This label warns the user about the risk of
electrocution. It is located on the operator.
FIGURE 3: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
INFORMATION ON THE ELECTRICAL
CABLES
These labels inform the user about the danger of
electrocution with the presence of water near the
electrical wiring.
The labels are located on the power cable near the
key switch.
FIGURE 4: DANGER WITH WATER
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KEY SWITCH OPERATION DIAGRAM
This label shows the user how to push the button
while turning the key into the key switch to raise or
lower the cover.
The label is located on the key switch.
FIGURE 5: KEY SWITCH OPERATION DIAGRAM
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION LABEL
These labels show the user the important technical
specifications. They are located on the operator
cover.
The European label is used for the units sold in
Europe and the North American label is used for the
units sold in North America.
NOTE
These labels also show the serial number of the
cover.
FIGURE 6: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION LABEL FOR
EUROPEAN UNITS
FIGURE 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION LABEL FOR
NORTH AMERICAN UNITS
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NO STEP LABEL
This label is a reminder not to step on this area of
the unit.
The label is located on the top of the operator cover.
FIGURE 8: NO STEP LABEL
PROPOSITION 65 LABEL
This label informs the user that the cover may
contain chemicals known to cause cancer or
reproductive harm (North American model only).
The label is located on the side of the operator
cover.
FIGURE 9: PROPOSITION 65 LABEL
AVOID DROWNING LABEL
This label warns the user about the risk of
drowning. One label is affixed on each exterior side
of the cover.
FIGURE 10: AVOID DROWNING LABEL
DO NOT STEP ON THE COVER LABEL
This label is a reminder not to step on the cover.
The labels are located on the end of the C-channels
of the cover.
FIGURE 11: DO NOT STEP ON THE COVER LABEL
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION LABEL
This label displays the web site where the user can
get more information on maintenance procedures.
It is located on one of the C-channels.
FIGURE 12: MAINTENANCE INFORMATION LABEL
TOP LABEL
This label is located on the I- Beams and in the
escape hatch opening.
FIGURE 13: TOP LABEL
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GLOSSARY
PART IMAGE FUNCTION
Sleeve all-weather seal This all-weather seal protects sleeves from damage due
to weather.
Contour seal The contour seal makes sure there is uniform contact
between the cover panels and the spa.
Contour seal installation
clip
Contour seal installation clips are used during the
installation process to make sure the seal is installed
properly.
Contour seal connector The seal connector is used to link both ends of the
contour seal.
Outer corner bracket The outer corner bracket fastens the cover to the
sleeves.
Drive shaft The drive shaft transmits the power from the operator to
the non-motor-side jacks.
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