DockCraft The DockSider 100 Series Assembly instructions

TM
“The DockSider”
Patented
Assembly, Installation, Setup, and Operating Instruction
OM100 –7/7/2021
- Dock Surface Mount Models; Series 100 -
Some
Assembly
Required
•Holds Kayaks / Paddle boards up to 125 pounds.
•For Docks with Wood, Composite Wood Decking
•Vinyl and Aluminum Decking needs additional support. See Page 14
•Mounts to the top of your Dock, underside need not be accessible.
•Designed for standard dock decking thickness of up to 1 ½ inches.
•Tools required - Drill with ½ drill bit) for initial installation –7/16 socket
A Kayak / SUP Lift and Dock Storage Rack
Model DS100 - Aluminum Dockside Operation
•Operates from the Dockside.
•Holds your Kayak / Paddleboard 5 to 17 inches below the dock surface.
•Accommodates Freeboard (Dock Surface to Water Level) height up to 30 inches.
Model WS100 - Aluminum Waterside Operation
•Operates from the Waterside Only.
•Holds your Kayak / Paddleboard 5 to 17 inches below the dock surface.
•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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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE “The DockSider”TM.
2. The intended use of the product is to store a Kayak or Paddleboard on the side
of a boat dock. Do not use this product for other than its intended use.
3. The maximum weight of Kayak or Paddleboard to be racked in “The Docksider”
TM shall not exceed 125 pounds.
4. For use in Salt Water, the unit should be rinsed with Fresh Water after use.
5. Kayaks 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 and the Warranty will be voided. If
your Kayak contains excess amounts of water (capsized or other), roll kayak
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 of this product.
8. Do not allow children or adults to play on, around, or with the “The
DockSider”TM while a kayak or Paddleboard is loaded or unloaded. Serious
injury and damage to product, docks, and people could result if this warning is
not followed.
9. Store only one kayak per “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 Kayak or Paddleboard when your kayak is engaged
within “The DockSider” ; in the loading or storage position.
12. Do not install your Kayak / Paddleboard Storage Rack such that “The
DockSider” is near or in contact with any electrical or Dock Structural
components.
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Table of Contents
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“The DockSider”TM
oSafeguards 2
oWarranty 3
oPart List 3
oAssembly Instructions 4 - 6
oInstallation - DS 100 and WS 100 6 - 7
oSetup 7 - 10
oOperation 10 - 11
oBolt On Dock Configuration Guide –Read First 12 -14

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
Bolt On Dock Mount Models; Series 100
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 DS100 – Model WS100 -
Dockside Operation Waterside Operation
2
1
3
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4
5
Parts Diagram
1 - Handle Assembly (1)
2 - Pivot Lateral Cradle Assembly (2)
3 - Dock Surface Mount Assembly (2)
4 - SnapToggles, screws, and washers (4)
5 - Hardware Kit (4 clevis Pins & Clips)
Cam Buckles
Latch Plates

Assembly Instruction
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 Cradle.
Steps 1 –4
Dockside Rack Waterside Rack
Notes - Lifting Straps are on the inside
Dockside Rack –Short Legs on the outside
Waterside Rack –Shorter Legs on the inside
Insert Clevis Pins to set height of rack from water
If the Water Level is 10 to 25 inches below your Dock Decking -
6 - Insert Clevis Pin through Hole #2 in Pivot Lateral such that the head is between the Pivot Lateral and Cradle,
attach 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 retaining ring through the hole in the end of the clevis pin.
Dockside Rack
Lifting
Straps
Lifting
Straps
Snap Button
Cam Buckle
Cradle
Handle
Pivot
Lateral
Circular
Retaining
Ring
Hole 4
Hole 2
Hole 4
Hole 2
Clevis Pin
Head
Clevis Pin
Head
Circular
Retaining
Ring
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Insert Clevis Pins to set height of rack from water - continued
Waterside Rack
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 the Slide on the Web Keeper is positioned as shown; Facing up and the webbing is not twisted.
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
Circular
Retaining Ring
Hole 4
Hole 2
Hole 4
Hole 2
Clevis Pin
Head
Clevis Pin
Head
Circular
Retaining Ring
Handle
Cam
Buckle
Webbing
Cam Buckle
Lever upward
Slide
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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 pro Use
Hold metal channel Hold ends of straps between Snap straps at wall 7/16 wrench or socket.
flat alongside plastic thumb and forefinger and pull by pushing side to
straps and slide toward you until channel rests side, snapping off
channel through hole. flush behind decking. Slide straps level with
Minimum clearance plastic cap along straps with flange of cap.
Under dock: 1-7/8" other hand until flange of cap
is flush with decking.
Completed Assemblies
Dockside Operation Model – DS100 Waterside Operation Model – WS100
Series 100 – Bolt On Dock Mount Installation
Note:
If you have a wooden structure under your
decking at the 2 ¼ inch location, you should
use a lag bolt.
See the Dock Configuration Guide Page 12
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
Note: the 2nd mount is positioned check 26 to 32 inches away at the 2nd mount location.
Dockside unit - 32 inch apart Waterside unit –26 ½ inches apart
Dock Surface Mount
Dock Mount is
Your Dock positioned against
Side Rail 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."
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For the DockSide unit, the shorter legs on the Cradle are on the Outside,
For the WaterSide unit, the shorter legs on the Cradle are on the Inside.
When inserting the cradle in the mounting bracket, the head of the clevis pin should be on the outside of
the mounting bracket on one side and the circular retaining ring should be on the outside of the bracket on
the other side. Seat the clevis pin head against the mounting bracket
SETUP of “The DockSider”TM
Now that the assemblies are complete, it is now time to SETUP your Kayak Rack to “fit”
your Kayak.
Whether it be the Dockside Cradle or the Waterside Cradle
Mount the Cradle to the Bolt On Mounts - Both units, Straps are on the inside.
Kayak Storage Rack to Water Level Adjustment:
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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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.
DS100 and WS100
Installation is Complete and
you are now ready for the Final
Adjustments

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.
3 –Load your Kayak into your rack and rotate to the Kayak Storage Position by:
a: Rotating the Cradle toward the water such that there is a space between your watercraft and the handle of
approximately 3 to 5 inches when you start the lift. 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.
b: Floating your kayak into the rack (between the
handle and the webbing) such that the front of the
cockpit seat is centered in the cradle.
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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 under the
bracket and secure with
“R” Retaining Clip on opposite side.
Webbing Length Adjustment :
As a result of the assembly procedure, the mark on the webbing should be located 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. As a guide, add 2 inches in length for every inch your kayak is
greater in width than the 27 inches indicated. Shorten if less than 27 inches.
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
Note:
This 3-to-5-inch dimension should be “measured /
gaged” when starting the lift.
If your watercraft will not fit between the strap and
the handle or is less than 3 inches; Lengthen the
strap via the cam buckle.
If greater than 5 inches, shorten the strap.
Note: Push the heads of the clevis pins against the side of the mounting bracket to assure clearance when lifting
the cradle itself from the loading position to the storage position.

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 side to side. 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.
On the Waterside Model. as the Kayak starts to rotate, grasp the top of your Kayak and guide to its storage
position.
On the Dockside Model, as the kayak / paddle board approaches it vertical position, slow down the lifting to
allow a slower speed of rotation as the watercraft rotates into the storage position. Once in the storage position,
rotate Latch Plates (both sides) into position to maintain the position of the Kayak / Paddle Board and Rack.
e: When you have your watercraft in the storage position, you may want to readjust the straps to achieve the
desired angle of your vessel.
If your Kayak / Paddle Board in the storage position looks like
The webbing strap length is:
To Short To Long To Long
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:
Loosen the Webbing Strap, then manually rotate the Kayak / Paddle Board to the desired position, then tighten the
straps to secure your watercraft in that position.
The ideal storage position should look like:
Never adjust such that the bottom of your Kayak / Paddle Board is closer than 2 inches to the end of the cradle.
Note: the closer the Kayak / Paddle Board is to the end of the cradle, the greater the reach of operation.
Now that the webbing length is set, Secure Loose end of webbing length as follows:
Position the 1st Webbing Keeper approximately
10 to 18 inches down from the cradle handle; on each web strap.
Thread the loose end of webbing through Webbing Keeper (2 places
Note:
It is much easier to thread the webbing through the webbing keeper with the
Kayak / Paddle Board out of the Rack.
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Dock
Dock
Dock
Water
Kayak End
Pull to Lengthen
Loose End
Pull to Shorten
Cam Buckle Lever
1st Webbing Keeper 10 to 18
inches from Cradle Handle
Cam Buckle Loose End of Webbing
Cam Buckle Kayak End of Webbing
2nd Webbing Keeper

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 / Paddle Board, and rotate into its storage position.
You may place your Paddle in the loop between the handle and the 1st webbing keeper.
The Setup of “The DockSider”TM is now Complete.
Operating Instructions
To UNLOAD: Note, if your paddle is stored in your Kayak Rack, remove your paddle first and set aside.
Dockside Operating Models Waterside Operating Models
1 - Before unloading, check to Ensure that there 1 –Use caution when lowering your kayak as
are no objects or people in the path of the your kayak will be rotating to the water
kayak when rotated toward the water. toward you. Ensure you are physically fit to
2 - Standing on the Dock, grasp the tether cord manage the weight of lowering your kayak
in one hand and then grasp the center of the and that there are not any obstacles in the
handle. water that would cause you to trip.
3 - Rotate the Latch Plates on both Pivot Laterals 2 - Stand in the water and center yourself
90 degrees counterclockwise. Note: Securely with the length of the kayak rack.
hold the handle as the Latch Plates are rotated
out of the way, the weight of the Kayak will 3 - Release the Latch Plates by rotating both
cause the Kayak Rack to want to rotate toward 90 degrees clockwise.
the water.
4 - Firmly holding the tether cord, slowly lower the 4 - Grasp the center of the cradle handle with
kayak into the water, by releasing (hand over hand) both hands and slowly lower your kayak
the length of the tether cord until your kayak is into the water.
in the water.
5 - Secure the end of the tether cord that is left in your 5 - Float your kayak completely out of the
hand around one of the pivot laterals such that rack and rotate the cradle back into its
you may float your kayak out of the rack. storage position.
6 - Float your kayak completely out of the rack and 6 - Rotate one of the Latch Plates back into
then pull on the tether cord, to lift the cradle back position such that the cradle will not
into the storage position. Rotate back toward the water.
7 - Rotate one of the Latch Plates back into its holding 7 - Enter your kayak ensuring you are clear of
position such that the cradle will not rotate back the rack, grab your paddle and start your
into the water when released. voyage
8 –Enter your Kayak ensuring you are clear of the rack,
Grab your paddle and start your voyage.
To Load and Store:
Dockside Operating Models Waterside Operating Models
1 - Exit your kayak assuring you are clear of 1 - Exit your kayak assuring you are clear of the
kayak rack. the kayak rack.
2 –Release the Latch Plates and lower the cradle. 2 - Release the Latch Plates and lower the cradle.
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3 –Secure tether strap to the Pivot Lateral such that your 3 - Position the cradle such that your kayak will
kayak will float into your rack between the handle float into your rack between the handle and the
and the lifting webbing. lifting webbing.
4 - Float your kayak into the rack and position as determined 4 - Float your kayak into the rack and position as
in step 3c of the webbing length adjustment (page 7). determined in step 3c of the webbing length
adjustment (page 7).
5 - Grasp the tether strap and slowly lift / rotate your 5 - Grasp the center of the handle and slowly lift /
kayak and rack into its storage position. rotate your kayak into its storage position.
6 - Grasp the handle of your rack, holding it in its 6 - Rotate the Latch Plates into position such that
storage position. your kayak does not accidently rotate back
into the water.
7 - Rotate the Latch Plates into position such that your 7 - If you choose, store your paddle between the
kayak will not rotate back into the water. webbing under the cam buckle.
8 - Release your hand from the cradle handle and
secure the tether cord to a pivot lateral or the
handle with a simple overhand knot.
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
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“The DockSider” Mounting Options
DockCraft Industries Bolt On Mount for “The DockSider”
- Kayak Dock Rack and Paddleboard Dock Lift -
For Reference Only –Review the Dock Configuration Guide
Wood Dock with Decking on top of Side Board
Wood Decking overhanging Dock Sideboard
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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
Typically1 ½ inch wide
Location #1 - 2 1/4 inches
Location #2 - 5 inches
Kayak / Paddle Board 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 -

Wood Dock with Decking Flush with Side Board
Wood Decking Flush with Aluminum Side Channel
Wood Decking –Pipe Dock
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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
-Floating Docks -
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.
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.

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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