Frankford Umbrellas ECLIPSE User manual

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Congratulations on purchasing your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella. The Eclipse is
manufactured using the highest standard materials and fabrics on the market,
and is perfectly designed to give you many years of enjoyment. The following
information is to inform you how to operate your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella to
ensure trouble free use and ease of operation. Please follow these instructions
as they are designed to assist operation and prolong the life of your umbrella.
Your Eclipse Umbrella is principally intended for use in low to moderate wind
conditions and will provide you with many hours of protection from sun and
light rain. You will get maximum benefit from your umbrella when you use it in
accordance with our instructions and in the weather condition for which it was
designed.
General Information
• Do not leave umbrella open when unattended, particularly in windy
conditions.
• Your Eclipse Umbrella should be closed and securely strapped in strong
winds and adverse weather conditions.
• Always secure your umbrella to an appropriate base.
• Please avoid any modifications to your umbrella, except those made
by an authorized Frankford Umbrellas customer service agent. Some
modifications may void the warranty.
• Make sure your Eclipse is dry and clean prior to storing away for extended
periods of time to prevent mold from developing.
• Be careful when closing to ensure the canopy does not get caught
or “pinched” by the umbrella arms. This is particularly important
before storing the umbrella away for extended periods of time or if
the umbrella is to be laid horizontally for storage. Damage to the fabric
caused by “pinching” is not covered by the warranty.
• Inspect the installation Fitting/Base on a regular basis and tighten as
necessary.

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Simple Maintenance Procedures
• In coastal or metropolitan environments, frequent washing (spray hose)
of the complete unit is very beneficial. Particularly the slider car, slider car
guide tracks, and rotating mechanism.
• Should the 16 rotating mechanism stop pin holes become filled with sand
or dust etc., lifting your umbrella up off the spigot by 1” will allow the dust
cover to be lifted and the 16 holes can be cleaned. This will be a two man
operation.
• Silicon spray in the slide car guide tracks will assist operation if required.
• Fold acrylic canvas as mentioned in “Closing The Eclipse” (Page 8). This
will prolong the new look of the canvas and prevent marking caused by
“pinching” in the alloy frame.
• All parts are virtually maintenance free e.g. aluminum, stainless steel,
fiberglass etc. However, it is recommended that if the umbrella is not to
be used for a period of time (winter months) then it is a good idea to
place the umbrella in storage. You may even remove the spigot when the
umbrella is not in use, as it can be a tripping hazard.
• Do not use bleach based detergents to clean the umbrella canopy.
• If you have a cover bag it is advisable to use if the umbrella is not to be
used for an extended period of time.
• The acrylic canvas may be cleaned or mold removed by using a mild
mixture of an approved mold remover and warm soapy water with a soft
bristle brush. Test first on the securing strap to ensure no damage will be
caused to the umbrella canopy fabric.

FABRIC CARE
RECacril Marine Grade Acrylic Fabric Infinity Process is a highly
technological finish, providing RECacril with long lasting protection against
mold and mildew, excellent water and oil repellency and protection from
both sun and water. However, the accumulation of dust, pollution particles,
foreign organic materials and general dirt can damage this protection,
shortening the life of the RECacril, so they should be removed. The most
effective method for maintaining RECacril is to clean the canvas once a
month with water using a low pressure hose. It is very important that after
cleaning with water, the canvas be allowed to completely dry before rolling
or storing your umbrella. If for any reason you have to roll and/or store a
wet umbrella, it must be unrolled and opened as soon as possible to let it
dry. In times of continuous rain it is advisable to keep the umbrella rolled
and stored.
If periodic washing with water is done, in most environments, you should
only need to do a more thorough cleaning every 2-3 years.
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RECacril® is highly resistant to the growth of fungus, mold, and mildew,
however these can grow on embedded dirt. To clean these stains, follow
these more intensive cleaning procedures.
• Brush off dust and dirt with a soft brush. NEVER brush with stiff
brushes as this can damage the fabric finish.
• Prepare a solution with 10% household bleach, 20% solvent-free neutral
detergent (Free & Clear detergents) and 70% water.
• Apply the solution to the fabric, allowing to remain between 15 and 20
minutes maximum.
• Rinse with clean water several times. Any singular bleach residues
remaining on the canvas, combined with the sun, could damage the
fabric and stitching.
• Let air dry and do not close the umbrella until the canvas is completely
dry.
• Repeat the process if necessary.
• Brush off dust and dirt with a soft brush. NEVER brush with stiff
brushes since this can damage the fabric finish.
• Spray the umbrella with clean water. If a hose is used, avoid high
pressure.
• Prepare a solution of solvent-free soap in warm water (no more than
100°F) and apply it to the fabric and stitching.
• Scrub with a soft brush, allowing the solution to penetrate the fabric.
• Rinse with water to remove all traces of soap.
• Let air dry and do not close the umbrella until the canvas is completely
dry.
Casual Care & Cleaning
Intensive Care & Cleaning
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ECLIPSE PARTS IDENTIFICATION
NOTE:
When the ECLIPSE is closed, the swivel pulley is near the top inside of the mast.
When the ECLIPSE is open, the swivel pulley is lower down inside the mast.
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ARMS
SMALL END FITTINGS
SMALL STROPS
STOP CLOSURE BUTTON ON 4 ARMS ONLY
STRUTS
BUTTON HUB
TUBE LOCATER
STAINLESS STEEL CABLE
HUB TUBE
TUBE HOLDER
TOP HUB
CORD GUIDE PLUG
TOP HUB PULLEY
MAIN ARM
SMALL END FITTING
LARGE STROPS (ALLOY)
BARREL COUPLER
TOP STAY ARM
SLIDE CAR
SLIDE CAR WING INCLINATION PIN
DUST COVERS
TOP BRACKET
MAST CAP
MAST WALL PULLEY
“P” FITTING
SWIVEL PULLEY
MAST
MAIN ARM/MAST PULLEYS
4MM MARINE CORD
WINDER HANDLE
WINDER HOUSING
WINDER DRUM
SPIGOT
NYLON INDEXING SHIELD
ROTATING/LIFT HANDLE
ROTATING LOCK PIN
LIFT OFF PIN
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FIGURE C
FIGURE A
OPENING THE ECLIPSE
• Remove the strap from the canopy.
• Gently spread the canopy arms open with
your hand. (Figure A)
• Insert the Winder Handle (30) into the
winder housing (31) on the mast and rotate
in a clockwise direction. Ensure the slider
car wing shaped inclination stop pin (20)
is disengaged (pulled out) and in a vertical
position with the steel pin lying horizontal
in the slot. (Figure B)
• Continue winding until the slider car (19) has
attained the maximum height (don’t force
it, it will stop when fabric tension reaches
maximum tautness) and the canopy is fully
open. The Bottom Hub (6) will be seated
into the Hub Tube (9) and the edge of the
canopy should be taut. (Figure C)
• The Winder Handle may be removed if
desired as a safety and security feature.
NOTE: The Winder Handle will become a
little harder to wind as the umbrella nears
fully open. This is normal particularly when
the acrylic canvas is new.
FIGURE B
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FIGURE A
FIGURE B
CLOSING THE ECLIPSE
• Ensure the Slider Car wing shaped
inclination stop pin (20) is disengaged
(pulled out) and in a vertical position with
the steel pin lying horizontal in the slot
(Figure A). You may need to take some
tension off the umbrella canopy to set
the pin to vertical. Do this by rotating the
Winder Handle (30) in a counter-clockwise
direction.
• Rotate the Winder Handle (30) in a
counter-clockwise direction. First the
canopy will collapse and then the slider
car (19) will descend down the mast.
• The lowering of the slider car may be
assisted manually if required.
• Put the canopy strap securely around both
the mast and canopy frame.
• Fold the canopy neatly to safeguard any
“pinching” of the canvas within the umbrella
frame. This is easily done by pulling the
canvas to the outside of the frame using
your hands to pull the excess in each of
the 8 sections of the frame. Then fold each
section of fabric left over right etc.
• Fit the cover bag over the mast and frame
and zip up (Figure B).
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FIGURE A
FIGURE D
FIGURE B
FIGURE C
TO TILT THE CANOPY
• Start with the umbrella almost completely
closed (i.e. wind down to almost folded
position - Figure A). Engage the slider car
wing shaped inclination stop pin (20) by
turning it to the horizontal position. You will
feel it spring into the mast
• (Figure B).
• Wind the winder handle (30) in a clock-
wise direction. The slider car inclination
stop pin (20) will engage in a pre-drilled
hole in the mast.
• Continue winding and the canopy will
open fully in the desired position. (Approx.
30° of tilt - Figure C)
• To progress to the second tilt position, unwind
the winder handle several full revolutions to
release tension until the canopy starts to sag.
NOTE: There are 2 positions of tilt in
each of the Eclipse models. Additional
tilt position holes may be drilled but this
should be done with extreme caution as
there is a winder mechanism inside the
mast.
• Pull the slider car wing shaped inclination
stop pin (20) out and continue to wind
the winder handle clock-wise. As the slider
car (19) begins to ascend, release the
wing shaped inclination stop pin still in the
horizontal position.
• Continue to wind the umbrella open and
inclination stop pin will engage in the next
pre-drilled hole. This is tilt position 2 (approx.
60° of tilt - Figure D).
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FIGURE C
FIGURE A
FIGURE B
TO ROTATE THE ECLIPSE UMBRELLA
There are 16 pre-determined rotation positions in
the spigot. These positions are found every 22.5°
interval around the spigot base. They are located
where indicated with notches on the spigot base.
The position holes are under the nylon indexing
shield (34) which acts as a dust cover for the
holes not in use.
• Pull the rotation lift handle (35) out from
the mast cavity (Figure A).
• Lift up on the handle and feel the resistance
from the spring that houses the rotating lock
pin (36). (WARNING: THIS IS NOT USED
TO LIFT THE UMBRELLA).
• By using the rotating lift handle (35) as a
lever you may rotate the umbrella on the
base until you arrive at your desired position
(Figure B). Each position is marked by a
notch on the spigot. Align the indicator
arrow with a notch (Figure C). Lower the
rotating lift handle sufficiently to locate the
rotating lock pin.
NOTE: There is some resistance to
rotation as the weight and friction of the
umbrella needs to be overcome. Also, the
rotating lift handle will set back into place
if the umbrella is not in a pre-determined
position. Rotate counter or clock-wise to
find the nearest lock position.
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INSTALLING YOUR WIND STABILIZER KIT
Your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella comes with a
Wind Stabilizer Kit to assist its performance in a
wider range of wind conditions. This Stabilizer Kit
consists of two (joined) stabilizer bars.
• Slide the stay block (38) up the internal
mast housing to a height roughly the
same as the height of the stabilizer bars
when standing vertical (Figure A).
• Attach the threaded stainless screw
with the two aluminum stays attached
to the stay block and tighten the screw
sufficiently for the stay block to remain
in position without sliding down the
mast (Figure B).
• Swing either aluminum stay arm off the
ground and attach to the umbrella using the
“T-Lock” or Star Screw. Position the T-Lock
vertical and slide the hole in the plastic
fitting at the end of the stabilizer bar over
(Figure C). Set the T-Lock to horizontal to
lock the bar in place (Figure C).
NOTE: The Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella
does not need to fitted with the Stabilizer
Kit for normal everyday operation in calm
to moderate wind conditions. However for
higher wind strengths or for commercial
applications it is advised to use.
To Install Stabilizer Kit:
FIGURE C
FIGURE A
FIGURE B
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FIGURE D
CONTINUED - STABILIZER KIT
• Attach the remaining arm to the other side.
NOTE: There is an adjustment to the outer
end of the stays so as to align the knob/
screw connection with the umbrella arms.
• You may need to loosen the central
threaded stainless steel screw and
adjust up or down the mast until you
have applied a little upward tension on
the umbrella arms. Tighten this screw
in position (Figure D for umbrella with
stabilizer kit correctly fitted).
• CAUTION: Do not over tension as this may
distort the umbrella arms. Reverse the
process to remove the stabilizer kit. The
stabilizer kit must be removed to close the
umbrella or tilt the canopy.
Important:
Your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella, even
when fitted with the stay kit, is not a
permanent, all-weather structure. The
umbrella should be closed and folded
when not in use and never left open when
unattended or in strong winds.
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Your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella is delivered fully assembled. There are three
different ways to install your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella:
1. Installing on a wooden deck using a Deck Plate.
2. Installing on an existing concrete slab or pavers using a Deck Plate.
3. Installing into the ground (i.e. into a lawn, garden or paved patio) using the
In-Ground fitting.
Prior to installing your installation fittings please read the important
information below.
Your Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella can rotate 360° and be locked in 16 different
locations. This means that every 22.5° of rotation there is provision to lock the
umbrella. In most situations there will be a preferred area over which you will
predominantly want shade. To ensure you have the ability to shade your
preferred location you must have one of the 22.5° rotation locking holes in line
with this position. Please have a look at the underside of your spigot to see
these 16 locking holes.
There is a locking hole in line with each of the 4 spigot bolt holes in the spigot
plate. There are also three intermediate holes between each of the spigot bolt
holes and these are marked with an indicator mark on the top of the spigot
plate.
To point your umbrella in the perfect direction or to have a symmetrical
installation (especially when installing square umbrellas) it is very important to
make sure you install the Base Plate or In-Ground fitting square to the
direction that you predominantly want the umbrella to point.
installation procedure
There are three different ways to install your Eclipse umbrella. Select the
installation method from the following pages for the relevant instructions.
PREFERRED STARTING POSITIONS
ECLIPSE TO POINT
DECK PLATE IN-GROUND MOUNT
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The In-Ground Mount is a galvanized steel fitting that must be concreted into position.
Because terrain differs from thick dirt to fine soil, a different sized hole must be prepared and
a different volume of concrete is used. As a guide, a 19” x 19“ x 27” deep hole is a minimum
requirement for heavy dirt terrain. A post hole borer can be used to deepen the center of
the footing. When pouring the concrete it is advisable to drop a few lengths of reinforcing
steel bar into the hole to prevent the concrete from cracking. Remember that the depth of
the hole is better than the width and it is much easier to make the hole oversized than to try
to re-stabilize the In-Ground fitting should it shift over time. If applicable, patio tiles or pavers
have to be removed to facilitate this In-Ground mount and then cut to suit when replaced.
If installing through a thin layer of concrete or asphalt, a core drill should be used to drill a 6”
diameter hole in the concrete/asphalt. The remainder of the hole below can then be dug out
by hand or post hole digger.
Your umbrella comes with a spigot. Once you have installed the In-Ground Mount
according to the instructions below, attach the spigot to the In-Ground Mount
using the supplied Allen key and bolts. Once the concrete has fully cured, lift
the umbrella on to the top of the spigot. This is recommended as a two man
operation.
IN-GROUND MOUNT INSTALLATION OPTIONS
Important: Align one of the screw holes in the top of the spigot with your desired
12 o’clock position on the umbrella. Ensure that the In-Ground fitting is level in the concrete.
Allow adequate time for the concrete to cure before erecting the umbrella.
Tip: The In-Ground Mount comes with four “grub-screws” pre-installed in the threaded
holes. This is to prevent concrete slurry working its way up into the threaded holes. As an
added precaution it is a good idea to place tape on the underside of the holes. Once the
In-Ground Mount has been installed, remove the grub-screws with an Allen key.
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27.5”
25.5”
27.5”
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Installing on wooden deck: Your deck plate must be bolted to the
frame of the deck and not only to the deck planking. You need to fasten 1 or 2 braces between
the deck joists or bearers that form the structural frame of the deck. It is suggested that 2
pieces of wood of 8”W x 2”-4” thick be secured under the deck planking and between the
deck bearers and fasten these braces to the joists/bearers with suitable fastenings. These
may be large galvanized nails, brackets or similar. The Deck Plate should now be set in the
required position and bolted through the deck planking and the fixed braces by using 1/2”x6”
stainless steel bolts and nuts with a large washer on the underside.
Your umbrella comes with a spigot. Once you have installed the Deck Plate according to
the instructions below, attach the spigot to the Deck Plate using the supplied Allen key and
bolts. Once the Deck Plate is fully secured, lift the umbrella on to the top of the spigot. This
is recommended as a two man operation.
DECK/CONCRETE INSTALLATION OPTIONS
IMPORTANT: Align one of the countersunk holes in the Deck Plate with your desired
12 o’clock position on the umbrella.
TIP: The Deck Plate comes with four “grub-screws” pre-installed in the threaded holes.
Remove the grub-screws with an Allen key.
Installing to a concrete slab: When installing your umbrella on a
concrete surface, fix the Deck Plate to the concrete using 4 concrete screws, ‘Dyna-Bolts’ or
similar fastenings. The diameter of the countersunk holes in the Spigot is .5”, use M10/M12
bolts included with your umbrella. The length of the fastenings will depend on the depth of
the concrete and whether there are any tiles or pavers above the concrete. As a minimum, 3”
of fastening in concrete is required.
DECK PLATE INSTALLATION ALTERNATIVES
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2” THICK CROSS BEAMS
DECK BEARERS
DECK PLATE1/4” DECK PANELS
COUNTER SUNK BOLTS
M10 CONCRETE SCREW OR DYNA BOLT
MINIMUM LENGTH 3”
12.4” DIAMETER DECK PLATE
Concrete slab minimum depth 4”.
No screw or fixing to be within 6” of closest edge of concrete slab
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