FeherGuard Surface Rider User manual

Fig. 5
STEP 1: SOLAR REEL PLACEMENT:
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Surface Rider and Surface Rider II
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 (driver bit provided)
·Tape measure
·Pencil and Scissors
End Carton Parts List:
1 Handle End 1 Axle End
4 Rubber Pads
Hardware Kit: Driver Bit
16 Strap Plates 22 Metal Screws
8 Plastic Screws 8 Straps
A.
B.
Insert both end tubes equal distance into center tube
and mark on center tube where inner tubes end
Fig. 3
IMPORTANT
Please make special note of areas marked in RED
STEP 2: TUBE ASSEMBLY
for SRT14, SRT18 and SRT24 Tube Sets
(See page 2 for assembly of SRT28 and SRT34 Tube Sets)
B. Lock tubes together by rotating the center tube in the opposite direction to end tube.
ce 2 more self-drilling screws at Location “C2” & ”C3” - 1 screw at every second
drill line around tubes (see Fig. 4 & 5).
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. 4).
Repeat for other end tube.
HOLD TUBES LOCKED WHILE YOU
INSTALL THE FIRST SELF-DRILLING SCREW ON A DRILL LINE, 1“ (2.5 cm) back from the end of the center tube at Location
”C1” (see Fig. 4 & 5).
.
Pla
C.
D.
E.
C3
C2
End tube End tube
Center tube
C
D
C1
C1
Fig. 4
A.
Deck
Fig. 2
Deck
At the determined location, measure the width of the pool from the
outside edges of top rail and subtract 4“ (10 cm) to ensure ends of
system are 1/2” wider than outside of top rail. Ends must sit loosely
on pool. System Ends must be FULLY inserted into end tubes.
Fig. 1
Handle End
2 Rubber
Pads
2 Rubber
Pads
Center Tube(s) Axle End
End Tube
End Tube
Note: THIS STEP REQUIRES A TOTAL OF 12 SELF-DRILLING SCREWS
Do not pre-drill holes.
Minimum Maximum
Insert Extension
SRT14 7“ (17.5 cm) 14’ (4.2 m)
SRT18 8“ (20 cm) 18’ (5.5 m)
SRT24 10“ (25 cm) 24’ (7.3 m)
1Before starting reel assembly, trim cover to clear inside top rail.
1Allow an extra 4“ (10 cm) on length when installing the reel at mid-point to allow for fold.
1Surface Rider II (SREII ) Must be installed on your pool at the mid point.
PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
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Four Easy Steps:
If you need additional assistance: E-mail us at [email protected] or call Monday to Friday 905-876-4766 during business hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Determine the best location for the reel system. On round pools, the reel should be located across the center of the pool.
On oval or rectangular pools, locate the reel at its widest point where there is no decking on either side (see Fig. 2 below).
Note: Surface Rider II (SREII) systems must be installed at mid-point.
Tubes Must be in Locked Position
Drill Lines DO NOT line up when tubes are locked
D3
D2
D1
D1
Ensure minimum insert of each end tube is inside center tube (see table at right)
Less than minimum insert causes screws to loosen and/or tubes to split.
ABOVE•GROUND SOLAR REELABOVE•GROUND SOLAR REEL
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STEP 3: ASSEMBLE ENDS
IMPORTANT:
When end is assembled
put screw through tube 1“ (2.5 cm)
from tube end. (at BOTH ends)
Fig. 7
A.
Tube
Fig. 9
Metal Self-Drilling
Screw
Strap
Plate
Mark each end tube 6“ (15 cm) in from the inside edge of top rail of pool. Strap plates are
spaced evenly between these marks. Mark strap plate locations along drill lines. Use all
straps provided.
Attach straps to plates (see Fig. 8).
Attach strap plates to tube (see Fig. 9). DO NOT pre-drill holes or over-tighten screws.
B.
C.
For Reel Systems Placed at Pool End (Rectangular Pools) (Fig.10)
Cover
(bubbles
down)
Fig. 10
Plastic Screw
Fig. 11
For Reel Systems Placed at Mid-Pool (Round or Irregularly Shaped Pools) (Fig. 11)
Strap end
Cover is
folded
“Pinched Fold”
(bubbles in)
Plastic Screw
Strap end
Fold cover (bubbles in) then pierce hole
through both sides of cover 1“ (2.5 cm) back
from the fold (directly below strap plate on
tube). Attach cover end of strap to plate (see
Fig. 8). Push threaded plastic screw through
holes in cover and tighten snugly into strap
plate.
Attach cover end of strap to plate (see Fig. 8)
then pierce hole through cover, 1“ (2.5 cm) back
from edge and directly below strap plate on tube.
Push threaded plastic screw through hole in
cover and tighten snugly into strap plate.
Choose the appropriate instructions below for your pool setup. If you have determined a mid-pool placement, it will be easier if you move the
cover away from the pool and fold it (bubbles in) on a flat surface. Choose either Fig. 10 or Fig. 11.
D.
Strap end
Fig. 8
Strap Plate
Strap Plate
Strap Plate
Insert each end firmly and fully into the tubes.
Attach each end by installing one self-drilling screw
through drill line, 1“ (2.5 cm) from the tube end at
BOTH ends (see Fig. 7).
Insert
Screw
A.
B.
Additional instructions and hardware are included in the Tube Carton
Twist, lock and hold EACH tube join before installing first screw (Fig. 3 & 4).
Assembly for SRT28 tube sets requires 24
self-drilling screws. SRT34 requires 36.
Do not pre-drill holes.
Tube Assembly for SRT28 and SRT34
Fig. 6
Fig. 12
Do not attach the Surface Rider to the pool in any way. If this is done you will damage the system and void
the warranty.
With round pools, the ends of the cover should unroll in opposite directions. With oval or rectangular pools
pull the leading edge of the cover slowly down the pool. (See Mid-Grip Pull Rope Accessory on page 3.)
The Surface Rider is designed to bow (see Fig. 12). The cover and the reel is supported by the buoyancy
of the water during rolling.
Min. Insertion 15“ (37.5 cm)
80“ end tube
103“ end tube
Min. Insertion 15“ (37.5 cm)
103“ center tube103“ center tube 16“ joiner tube
(Butt tubes)
SRT28 Maximum Extension 28’ (8.5 m)
(Butt tubes)
(Butt tubes)
80“ center tube 80“ center tube80“ center tube
103“ end tube 103“ end tube
16“ joiner tube16“ joiner tube
Min. Insertion 15“ (37.5 cm) Min. Insertion 15“ (37.5 cm)
SRT34 Maximum Extension 34’ (10.3 m)
Place straps evenly
along fold.
Pinched
Fold
STEP 4: STRAP ATTACHMENT - TO TUBE
STRAP ATTACHMENT - TO COVER
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ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE FROM YOUR DEALER:
SURFACE RIDER TUBE & COVER FASTENING KIT
TUBE AND COVER FASTENERS (10 sets per pouch)
REEL STRAPPING (10 Straps 26” per pouch)
REEL STRAPPING (1 - 50’ Roll)
COVER STRAPS (2 x 54” per pouch)
WHITE PROTECTIVE SHEET (24’ x 3 1/2‘ sheet)
MID-GRIP PULL ROPE
MID-GRIP PULL ROPE ACCESSORY (FG-MPR) (Available from your Dealer)
For ease of pulling cover on pool, we suggest using the Mid-Grip Pull Rope
accessory. This easily attaches to the cover as shown at the left.
Makes pulling cover
onto the pool easier.
Clips to side for easier
access when cover is
rolled.
FG-SRFAS
FG-PFS
FG-RS26
FG-RS50
FG-BS2
FG-WPS
FG-MPR
FG-BS2
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.
Tubes are made of non-anodized aluminum and will discolor over time. This does not affect performance.
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.
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NEW DESIGN VACUUM HOSE REEL
Available through your local dealer
SOLD WITH 35’ OF PLASTIFLEX VACUUM HOSE (FG-VHGH)
or choose
THE VACUUM HOSE REEL (FG-VHG)
FG-VHG
FG-VHGH
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’)
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Thank you for buying the Surface Rider 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 Surface Rider 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.
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.
Warranty claims should be processed through your Dealer and include your proof of purchase.
You may also register
your warranty online at www.feherguard.com.
FeherGuard Products Ltd.
821 Main Street East
Milton, Ontario CANADA
L9T 3Z3
Specifications subject to change without notice.
11/02
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