DockCraft 100 Series User manual

TM
“The DockSider”
Patented
Assembly, Installation, Setup, and Operating Instruction
OM CR 100 –7-11-2021
- Canoe Rack Bolt On Model; Series 100 -
Some
Assembly
Required
•Holds Canoes up to 100 pounds.
•For Docks with Wood or Composite Wood Decking.
•Docks with Aluminum or Vinyl Decking need added support
•Designed for standard dock decking thickness of up to 1 ½ inches.
•Tools are required (Drill with 1/2 drill bit) for initial installation
A Canoe Lift and Dock Storage Rack
Model CR 100 - Bolt On Mount
- Holds your Canoe 5 to 17 inches below the dock surface.
- Includes a Pulley System which reduces the Pull required to Lift
- Accommodates Freeboard (Dock Surface to Water Level) height up to 36 inches.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this
manual for future use.
For assistance, please call: 585 –734 –7374
Or send email to: [e-mail]
DockCraft Industries LLC
3694 Nibawauka Beach
Canandaigua, New York 14424
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Table of Contents
Page
“The DockSider”TM
oSafeguards 2
oWarranty 3
oPart List 3
oAssembly Instructions 4
oInstallation –CR 100 7
oSetup 8
oOperation 11
oBolt On Mount Dock Configuration Guide (Reference –Read first) 13
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE “The DockSider”TM.
2. The intended use of the product is to store a Canoe on the side of a boat dock.
Do not use this product for other than its intended use.
3. The maximum weight of Canoe to be racked in “The Docksider” TM shall not
exceed 100 pounds.
4. “The Docksider” TM Stainless Steel Model is best for Salt Water applications.
5. Canoes should not contain more than one quarter inch (1/4”) of water inside
when storing in the “The DockSider”TM. Product Damage could result to the
“The DockSider”TM, if this is not followed the Warranty will be voided. If your
Canoe contains excess amounts of water (capsized or other), roll canoe over to
empty.
6. To ensure proper use, do not attempt to modify this product in any manner.
Please refer to the manual if questions arise.
7. If further assistance is needed, please contact DockCraft Industries prior to use.
8. Do not allow children or adults to lean on, play on, around, or with the “The
DockSider”TM while a Canoe is loaded or unloaded. Serious injury or damage to
product, docks, and people could result if this warning is not followed.
9. Store only one Canoe in “The DockSider”TM.
10. If the DockSider is not working properly, please contact DockCraft Industries
immediately for assistance.
11. Do not enter or exit your Canoe when your Canoe is engaged within
“The DockSider” ; in the loading or storage position.
12. Do not install your Canoe Storage Rack such that “The DockSider” is near or
in contact with any electrical or Dock Structural components.
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Limited Warranty
What does your warranty cover?
•Any defect in materials or workmanship when used for the intended purpose of storing
kayaks on the side of a boat dock under normal use and conditions.
•The warranty is limited to the original purchaser.
For how long after the original purchase?
•One year
What will we do?
•Provide you with a replacement part at no charge for any part found defective in
materials or workmanship.
How do you make a warranty claim?
•Please contact DockCraft Industries for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number
before returning items. A shipping address will be provided at that time.
What does your warranty not cover?
•Damage from failures that occur as a result of improper assembly, failure to properly
adjust and operate, misuse or neglect of product’s intended purpose.
•Product which has been modified in any manner.
•Safeguards are not followed
•The warranty is not valid if you are not the original purchaser.
•Cosmetic defects
“The DockSider”TM PARTS LIST –
Canoe Lift & Storage Rack; Series 200
Remove all parts from the box and remove the dock mount from the pivot lateral by
unwrapping the stretch wrap.
If any parts are missing from the package (in type or quantity), do not assemble and contact
DockCraft Industries immediately.
Model CR200 –
2
1
3
Parts Diagram
1 –Canoe Lifting Assembly
2 - Handle Assembly (1)
3 - Pivot Lateral Cradle Assembly (2)
4 –Bolt On Dock Mount Assembly (2)
5 –Hardware Kit
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4

Assembly Instructions
Attach Cradle Handle :
1 - Position Handle over Cradle.
2 - Slide the Handle over extension on Cradle.
3 - Depress Snap Button on Cradle.
4 - Seat Handle until Snap Button pops through the Handle hole.
5 - Repeat process for the other side Cradle.
Steps 1 –4
Snap Button
Cam Buckle
Canoe Rack
Notes - Lifting Straps are on the inside
Canoe Rack –Shorter Legs on the inside
Insert Clevis Pins and Retaining Rings on Pivot Lateral:
6 –If the Water Level is 10 to 25 inches below your Dock Decking -
Insert Clevis Pin through Hole 2 in Pivot Lateral such that the head is between the
Pivot Lateral and Cradle, attach circular retaining ring through the hole in the end
of the clevis pin.
7 –If the Water Level is 25 inches or greater from the Dock Decking –
Insert Clevis Pin through Hole 4 in Pivot Lateral such that the head is between the
Pivot Lateral and Cradle, attach circular retaining ring through the hole in the end
of the clevis pin. Canoe Rack
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Cradle
Handle
Pivot
Lateral
Circular
Retaining
Ring
Hole 4
Hole 2
Hole 4
Hole 2
Clevis Pin
Head
Clevis Pin
Head
Circular
Retaining Ring

Assembly Instructions - continued
Thread Webbing through Cam Buckle :
8 –Obtain one of the Cam Buckles and Depress Lever
9 –Thread Webbing through opening in the Cam Buckle
Ensure that the Single Bar on the Web Keeper is positioned as shown.
10 –Pull webbing through the Cam Buckle until the pre-marked line is in position with
the cam buckle.
11 –Repeat Steps 6 –8 to thread the webbing through the other Cam Buckle.
Steps 8 - 11
Assemble the Lifting Assembly to the Rack Assembly
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Remove mini wrap and rotate channels as shown Snap buttons on this end
Align Lifting Assembly with Pivot Laterals,
depress Snap Buttons and seat Completed Assembly
Start by assembling the pulley to the webbing strap in the middle of the lifting assembly:
1
0
Remove the wing nut and push the screw so that it clears the side plate,
Rotate the side plate such that the nylon spacer and screw is exposed.
Slide the round spacer behind the webbing strap on the cross bar. Rotate the side plate back
in position, push the screw through the hole and secure with the wing nut.

Assembly Instructions –continued
Attach the rope to the Pulley System. This Can be done now or after the unit is assembled to the dock.
Get the rope and tie two half knot next to the pulley assembly on the cradle handle.
The knot should be on the side of the pulley handle that has the head of the screw mounting the pullies.
Slide knot next to pullies, and thread Rope should be on top of pulley on Lifting Structure side,
When complete, coil the rope and secure it to the Lifting Structure with the Velcro strap.
Tying two half hitches
Wrap the rope Pass the end Wrap it around Tighten to
Around the cradle handle Through the loop the standimg part Complete
Tying a overhand knot on the loose end will give added security.
Thread the Pulleys
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Install the TOGGLER® brand SNAPTOGGLE® anchor *
Secure Surface Mount to Dock
Secure Dock Surface Mount with
washers and ¼ - 20 screws provided (2)
Use 7/16 wrench or socket.
Hold metal channel Hold ends of straps Snap straps at wall
flat alongside plastic between thumb and by pushing side to
straps and slide forefinger and pull side, snapping off
channel through hole. toward you until straps level with
Minimum clearance channel rests flush flange of cap.
behind wall: 1-7/8" behind decking. Slide
plastic cap along straps
with other hand until
flange of cap is flush
with decking.
Installation Procedure for Your - Series 100 Docksider
Series 100 –Bolt On Dock Mount Installation
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Note:
If you have a wooden structure under
your decking at the 2 ¼ inch location,
you may want to consider using a lag
bolt.
At the install position align Dock Mount as shown above Drill ½ diameter holes through Dock Decking Surface
With a pencil scribe the hole locations (2) on dock surface Ensure there are not any electrical or structural
While the dock mount is positioned as shown above components near the hole you are drilling. Also
check 26 to 32 inches away where you will mount the
second Dock Surface Mount
Dock Surface Mount
Dock Mount is
Your Dock positioned against the
side of your dock
1 - Select a position on your dock where you choose to mount your Kayak Storage Rack.
Ensure there are not any electrical or structural components in the area.
2 - The Docksider should be mounted on 1 section of your dock.
3 - Make sure the wood on your dock is solid (not cracked or rotting) at the installation
position.
4 - Ensure there are no obstructions above or below your dock.
5 - Place one Dock Mount on your Dock and position as shown below
6 - Install Note:
- Use a ½ in. diameter drill for hardware provided
- Use a 1/8 in. diameter drill for pilot for ¼ lag bolts
- Use a ¼ in. diameter drill for ¼ machine screws and nuts
* "U.S. Patent no. 6,161,999 and foreign counterparts thereof. Other patents pending. TOGGLER & typeface
and SNAPTOGGLE are worldwide registered trademarks of Mechanical Plastics Corp."

CR 100
Installation is Complete and you are now ready for the Final Adjustments
Latch Plate
Installation - Continued
7 –Similarly to Step #6, Mount the second Dock Mount
Position the second dock mount as shown above Mark and drill as described in Step 6
Install Snaptogglers and secure mount to dock with screws.
Align Cradle Assembly with the installed Dock Mounts
Engage the pins on the Pivot Laterals in top slot of the Dock Mounts and seat.
Note, rotate the Latch Plates, to prevent the cradle from rotating into the water.
If the distance to the water from the dock decking is:
10 to 22 inches: insert clevis pin in 2nd hole of the pivot lateral into the top Slot of the mounting bracket.
17 to 29 inches: insert clevis pin in 2nd hole of the pivot lateral into the bottom Slot of the mounting bracket
20 to 31 inches: insert clevis pin in the 4th hole of the pivot lateral into the top Slot of the mounting bracket
25 to 37 inches: insert clevis pin in 4th hole of the pivot lateral into the bottom Slot of the mounting bracket
Adjust if required - up or down - based on your specific watercraft or if your water level changes significantly
throughout the season.
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SETUP of “The DockSider”TM
Now that the installation is complete, it is now time to SETUP your Kayak Rack to “fit”
your Kayak.
Kayak Storage Rack to Water Level Adjustment:
Canoe Rack

To “Lock” the Brackets and Pivot Laterals together insert “Locking Pin” on both sides of unit.
If Clevis Pin with Circular Retaining Ring in Hole 2 or 4 of Pivot Lateral is seated in the Top Slot.
SETUP of “The DockSider”TM -continued
Insert 2nd Clevis Pin through hole in bracket
and secure with
“R” Retaining Clip on opposite side.
If Clevis Pin with Circular Retaining Ring in Hole 2 or 4 of Pivot Lateral is seated in the Bottom Slot
Insert 2nd Clevis Pin through hole in bracket
and secure with
“R” Retaining Clip on opposite side.
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Webbing Length Adjustment :
On page 3 you set the webbing mark at the cam buckle.
This setting is a nominal setting for kayaks with a width of 27 to 29 inches. Based on the width and
contour of your kayak, this setting may vary.
This setting has 2 purposes:
1 –To accommodate the size
and contour of your Kayak
2 –To allow your Kayak to sit at
an angle to minimize rain
entering the Kayak and
therefore collect in the cockpit
3 –Load your Kayak into your rack and rotate to the Kayak Storage Position by:
a: Rotating the Cradle toward the water such that the handle is parallel with the water.
With the Dockside Operation model do this using the tether strap.
With the Waterside Operation model do this by standing in the water and centered on your rack,
grasping the handle and rotating toward you.

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Webbing Length Adjustment : continued
To Short To Long To Long
The webbing strap length is:
Note: If the dock surface to water height is between 10 and 15 inches, the figure above on the left maybe the
best that can be achieved with the contour of your kayak.
To adjust the Length of the webbing straps:
Depress Cam Buckle lever and pull in the
direction shown
The ideal storage position should look like:
Pull to Lengthen
Pull to Shorten
Never adjust such that the bottom of your Kayak is closer than 2 inches to the end of the cradle.
Note: the closer the kayak is to the end of the cradle, the greater the reach of operation.
Suggestion: If the Webbing length is to short, lengthen significantly.
Manually, position your kayak in the storage position at the desired angle, and then tighten
straps by shortening.
SETUP of “The DockSider”TM - continued
3 –Continued
b: Float your kayak into the rack (between the handle and the webbing) such that the cockpit
seat is centered in the cradle.
c: Lift your kayak just out of the water. If your kayak wants to lean to the right or left, check the straps
to see if there is an excessive amount of strap on the side that’s leaning, if so shorten. Also you may
want to adjust the position of the kayak in the rack. If the lean is to the left, reposition the kayak
slightly to the right to have the center of gravity positioned between the straps. Reposition the kayak to
the left if the lean is to the right. By holding the handle with both hands, you can “Feel” if there is
more weight on one side versus the other. Remember this positioning for normal operation.
d: Grasp the center of the cradle or use tether strap and SLOWLY rotate the handle to the Cradle / Kayak
storage position. Rotate SLOWLY, to understand the “feel” of the lift when your kayak rotates toward
the Dock. As the Kayak starts to rotate, grasp the top of your Kayak and guide to its storage position.
On the Dockside Operation model, rotate Latch Plates (both sides) into position to maintain the
position of the Kayak and Rack.
If your Kayak in it’s storage position looks like one of these illustrations:

Position the 1st Webbing Keeper approximately
12 to 15 inches down from the cradle handle; on each
web strap.
Cam Buckle Loose End of Webbing
Cam Buckle Kayak End of Webbing
Note:
It is much easier to thread the webbing through the webbing keeper with the
Kayak out of the Kayak Rack.
Reposition the 2nd webbing keeper and thread, similar to above, such that there
is 1 to 3 inches of webbing extended beyond the webbing keeper after threading.
Reload your Kayak , and rotate your kayak into its storage position.
You may place your Paddle in the loop between the handle and the 1st webbing keeper.
Thread the loose end of webbing through Webbing Keeper
(each side of unit)
The Setup is now Complete.
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Operating Instructions
To UNLOAD: Note, if your paddle is stored in your Canoe Rack, remove your paddle first and set aside.
Canoe Operating Models
1 - Before unloading, check to Ensure that there are no objects or people in the path of the canoe when rotated
toward the water.
2 - Standing on the Dock, grasp the pulley rope in one hand and then grasp the center of the handle.
3 - Rotate the Latch Plates on both Pivot Laterals 90 degrees counterclockwise. Note: Securely
hold the handle as the Latch Plates are rotated out of the way, the weight of the Canoe will cause the Canoe
Rack to want to rotate toward the water.
4 - Firmly holding the pulley rope, slowly lower the canoe into the water, by releasing (hand over hand) the
length of the tether cord until your canoe is in the water.
5 - Secure the end of the pulley rope that is left in your hand around the cross bar such that you may float your
canoe out of the rack.
6 - Float your canoe completely out of the rack and then pull on the pulley rope, to lift the cradle back into the
storage position.
7 - Rotate the Latch Plates back into its holding position such that the cradle will not rotate back into the
water when released.
8 –Enter your Canoe ensuring you are clear of the rack, grab your paddle and start your voyage.
Now that the webbing length is set, Secure Loose end of webbing length
as follows:

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Operating Instructions - continued
.
To Load and Store:
Canoe Operating Models
1 - Exit your canoe assuring you are clear of the canoe rack.
2 –Release the Latch Plates and lower the cradle.
3 –Secure pulley rope to the cross bar such that your canoe will float into your rack between the handle and
the lifting webbing.
4 - Float your canoe into the rack and position.
5 - Grasp the pulley rope and slowly lift / rotate your canoe and rack into its storage position.
6 - Grasp the handle of your rack, holding it in its storage position.
7 - Rotate the Latch Plates into position such that your canoe will not rotate back into the water.
8 - Release your hand from the cradle handle and coil and secure the pulley rope to the cross bar with the
Velcro strap
9 - If you choose, store your paddle between the webbing under the cam buckle.
You’re DONE - just Load / Latch / and walk away!
WE SINCERELY HOPE YOU ENJOY THE CONVIENIENCE OF
“The DockSider”TM
For assistance, please call: 585 –734 –7374
Or send email to: [email protected]
DockCraft Industries LLC
3694 Nibawauka Beach
Canandaigua, New York 14424
www.DockCraft.com

Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
- Bolts in 2 locations per Mount
- 2 Mounts per Dock Rack
Standard Hardware –Included in Purchase
-1/4 -20 x 2 ½ inch Stainless Steel cap screw, each location
- ¼ inch Stainless Steel washer, each location
- Stainless Steel Snap Toggler, each location
Standard Installation Requirements
•Drill ½ inch diameter holes in locations shown
•Insert Snap Togglers per directions from top of Dock
•Insert screws and washers then secure.
Decking
1 inch to 1 1/2 inch thick
Dock SideBoard
Typically 1 ½ inch wide
Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
Canoe Dock Rack
Bolt on Mount
Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
Hardware
- Standard Hardware
-1/4 x 2 ½ inch Stainless Steel lag Screw –location #1, not included
- ¼ inch Stainless Steel washer, each location
Installation Requirements
•Standard Installation; except
•Location #1, Drill 1/8 or 3/16 inch pilot hole through decking and
into side board.
•Insert Lag Screw and washers to secure.
Ideal for situations when the underside
of your Dock is not accessible
- Floating Docks -
“The DockSider” Mounting Options
DockCraft Industries Bolt On Mount for “The DockSider”
- Canoe Dock Lift -
Wood Decking overhanging Dock Sideboard
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Surface Mount (Bolt On) Mount Overview
Boat Docks come in many different configurations
Wood Dock with Decking on top of Side Board

Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
Wood Decking Support
Ideal for situations when the
underside of your Dock is not
accessible
Hardware
- Standard Hardware
-1/4 x 2 ½ inch Stainless Steel lag Screw –location #1, not included
- ¼ inch Stainless Steel washer, each location
Installation Requirements
•Standard Installation; except
•Location #1, Drill 1/8 or 3/16 inch pilot hole through decking and
into the wood decking support.
•Insert Lag Screw and washers to secure.
Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
Aluminum Decking Support
Hardware
- Standard Hardware
-1/4 x 2 ½ inch Stainless Steel Cap Screw –location #1, included
- ¼ inch Stainless Steel washer, each location, included
-¼ - 20 inch Stainless Steel nut and lock washer, not included
Installation Requirements
•Standard Installation; except
•Location #1, Drill 3/8 inch hole through decking and aluminum
decking support.
•Insert Cap Screw , washer , and lock washer and nut to secure.
Wood Dock with Decking Flush with Side Board
Wood Decking Flush with Aluminum Side Channel
Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
Hardware
- 1/4 x 2 ½ inch Stainless Steel lag Screw –location #1 & 2, not
included
- ¼ inch Stainless Steel washer, each location
Installation Requirements
•Location #1 & 2, Drill 1/8 or 3/16 inch pilot hole through decking and
into the wood decking support.
•Insert Lag Screws and washers to secure.
Wood Decking –Pipe Dock
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Aluminum / Vinyl Decking
We do not recommend attaching the Bolt On Kayak / Paddle board Surface Mount directly to Aluminum /
Vinyl decking as the Decking material is thin, however supported by 3 vertical members.
Given you choose to mount the Surface (Bolt On) Mount to Aluminum or Vinyl Decking;
it is highly recommended that you install a backer board in the area of the mounting positions.
Option #1
The backer board should be slightly smaller than width between vertical members of decking and at least 6
inches long. The thickness should not extend beyond the height of the decking vertical members.
Option #2
The Backer board should be wider than the width between vertical members of the decking, at least 6
inches long; and have a thickness of ¾ to 1 inch.
When securing the Dock Bolt On Mount; the decking is actually clamped between the Bolt On Mount
and the Backer Board. Use caution as not to over tighten.
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