FeherGuard FG3 User manual

STEP 2: TUBE ASSEMBLY Note: THIS STEP REQUIRES A TOTAL OF 12 SELF-DRILLING
SCREWS
End Carton Parts List:
Fig. 4
STEP 1: SOLAR REEL PLACEMENT:
LOW PROFILE (FG3)
SOLAR COVER REEL SYSTEM
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
REEL SYSTEMS COMPONENTS AND PREPARATION:
Getting started:
Ensure that your system has two cartons consisting of one end carton and one tube set carton.
Tools required for assembly:
·Portable drill
·Tape measure
·Pencil and Scissors
A.
B.
The end of the pool is the only location for the Low Profile (see Fig. 1).
Measure the width of the pool. Maximum width 20’ (6.1 m).
Insert both end tubes equal distance into center tube
and mark on center tube where inner tubes end
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
B. Lock tubes together by rotating the center tube in the opposite direction to end tube. HOLD TUBES LOCKED WHILE YOU
INSTALL FIRST SELF-DRILLING SCREW ON A DRILL LINE, 1“ (2.5 cm) back from end of center tube at location ”C1” (Fig. 3 & 4).
Place 2 more self-drilling screws at Location “C2” and ”C3” - 1 screw at every second
drill line around tubes (see Fig. 3).
At “D” Locations, install 3 screws around the center tube at every second drill line, 1“ (2.5 cm)
back from where you marked the end of the inner tube (see Fig. 3).
Repeat for other end tube.
C.
D.
E.
C3
D3
C2
D2
End tube
D1
D1 End tube
Center tube
C
D
C1
C1
Fig. 3
Drill lines MUST NOT
line up when tubes
are properly locked
A.
Do not pre-drill holes. Do not over-tighten screws.
RECTANGULAR
Place reel at
either end
LAZY “L”
Place reel at
square end and
fold “L” over
End Tube 90“ End Tube 90“
Center Tube 90“ Maximum Extension 20’ 6” (6.1 m)
The Low Profile is designed for rectangular pools with square corners (6“ (15 cm) radius or less).
This system is to be used with IG20P - Plugged Tubeset ONLY.
The end of the pool is the ONLY location for the Low Profile model.
Do not install on pools with raised coping that reduces the clearance from deck to diving board to less than 10“ (25.4 cm).
Before starting assembly, trim cover to clear inside edges of your pool Recommend 12 mil cover with round bubbles.
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Tube Carton Parts List:
(IG20P)
2 PLUGGED end tubes and
1 center tube.
2 Pillow Block Ends 1 Handle
Hardware Kit:
10-26” Sraps
20 Strap Plates
10 Plastic Screws 25 Screws
2 Nuts
1 - 5“ Eye Bolt
1 - 5“ Bolt
Rubber Pad
Plugged
End
Plugged
End
Tubes Must be in Locked Position
Drill Lines DO NOT line up when tubes are properly locked
Plugged tube end
Adjustable Wrench
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Four Easy Steps:
If you need additional assistance, contact us at [email protected] or call 905-876-4766 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Ensure a minimum 12” (30 cm) of each end tube is inside center tube. Less than 12” insert causes screws to loosen and/or tubes to split.
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STEP 3: ASSEMBLE ENDS
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Insert eye bolt through outside of pillow block and wind nut up to bearings.
(NOTE: The FeherGuard name is imprinted on the outside of the pillow block.)
DO NOT TIGHTEN NUT AGAINST BEARINGS.
The reel is designed to turn clockwise with the cover coming
over the top. The handle end will be placed on the right end of
the reel when facing away from the main length of the pool (see Fig. 5).
Wind the eye bolt fully into the tube end plug at the handle end.
Using a wrench, tighten the nut against the tube plug (see Fig. 6).
Repeat assembly for other end using the 5“ (12.5 cm) bolt.
Cut rubber pads in half and apply to underside edges of each pillow block (see Fig. 7).
Position
handle
on right
(reel turns
clockwise
with cover
reeling in
over tubes)
Pool
Eye Bolt #FG-410
FG3 Handle #FG-611
Pillow Block #FG-203
Underside
of Pillow
Block
Rubber pads
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Fig. 7
A.
Tube
Fig. 9
Metal Self-Drilling
Screw
Mark first strap plate locations on a drill line 6“ in from inside
edges of pool or at the start of a radius corner (see Fig. 9).
Attach strap plates to the tube (see Fig. 9). DO NOT pre-drill
holes or over-tighten screws.
Square corner Square corner
First strap plate is placed 6“ in from inside edge of pool.
Space 10 strap plates evenly between outside marks
Pool
B.
Fig.11 - Reel Systems Placed at Pool End Only (Rectangular Pools)
Cover
(bubbles
down)
Fig. 11
Plastic Screw
Strap end
C.
Strap Plate
Fig. 8
6“
STRAP ATTACHMENT - TO COVER
Pierce hole through cover, 1“ (2.5 cm) back from
edge of cover and straight down (perpendicular) from
a strap plate already attached to tube. Push threaded
plastic screw through hole in cover then tighten
snugly into plate. Repeat for remaining straps.
Strap endStrap end
Fig. 10
STEP 4: STRAP ATTACHMENT
Attach a Strap Plate to EACH end
of all Straps provided (see Fig.8).
Cover End
Strap Plate
Strap
Tube End
Strap Plate
Strap
Plate
with
Strap
D. When you start to roll up the cover, all straps must grab the cover at the same time. Adjust the strap lengths if necessary.
STRAP ATTACHMENT - TO TUBE

Safe Use of Your Solar Reel:
Solar Reel systems are designed solely to remove solar covers and are not made to support people or
any other weight.
Solar covers must be completely removed before entry into the pool. Under no circumstances, should
one swim in a pool partially covered with the solar cover.
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VACUUM HOSE REEL
Available through your local pool dealer
(FG-VHG)
Holds up to 50’ of 1 1/2“ Vacuum Hose
Durable polyethylene construction
Also for Pool Backwash Hose, Electrical
Cord (100’) or Garden Hose (100’)
FG-VHG
Care and Storage:
Check screws periodically and tighten, if necessary. The solar reel may be stored outside for the winter.
It is not recommended to disassemble it for storage inside.
In order to protect the warranty on your solar cover, it is essential to use a protective cover when the it is rolled up
on the reel. In the summer use a White Sheet with UV inhibitors and in Winter, a Winter Jacket.
If not provided, they can be purchased from your pool retailer or by completing the enclosed order form.

Thank you for buying the Low Profile Solar Cover Reel System. We know it will make solar cover handling easy for you.
Five Year Warranty:
FeherGuard warrants for a period of five years from the date of delivery to the original consumer
purchaser, that the Low Profile Solar Cover Reel System shall be free from defects in workmanship
or material, under normal use and in accordance with FeherGuard’s written installation and use
instructions. FeherGuard at its option shall supply free of charge any part found to be defective in
workmanship or material.
Any implied warranties are limited in duration to the five-year period from the date of delivery to the
original consumer purchaser. Excluded from this warranty are all consumables (bearings,
straps, strap plates, screws). Tarnishing or discoloration of mill aluminum tubes can occur.
This is not a warranty issue as tarnishing does not affect tube performance.
This warranty is void if there is evidence of purchaser abuse, improper installation or normal wear.
FeherGuard will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defects in
workmanship or material. Some States/Provinces/Countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations or exclusions may not apply.
This warranty gives the claimant specific legal rights. The provisions of this warranty are in addition
to and not a modification of or a subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and
remedies contained in applicable local legislation.
To validate warranty, return this registration form within 30 days of purchase. You may also register
your warranty ONLINE on our Website homepage - www.feherguard.com.
Warranty claims should be processed through your Dealer and include your proof of purchase.
FeherGuard “Five Year” Warranty Registration
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PURCHASER: ______________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________ CITY: _________________
STATE/PROVINCE/COUNTRY: ____________________________________ ZIP/POSTAL CODE: __________________________
___________________________________ ________________________________ ______________________
MODEL # PURCHASE DATE STORE LOCATION
FeherGuard Products Ltd. 3153 Steeles Avenue West #5
Milton, Ontario CANADA
L9T 2V4
Specifications subject to change without notice.
08/12