Congratulations on purchasing your NOVA Giant Telescoping Umbrella. The NOVA 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 NOVA Giant Telescoping 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 NOVA Giant Telescoping 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.
• Do not leave umbrella open when unattended, particularly in windy conditions.
• Your NOVA umbrella should be closed and securely strapped in strong winds and
adverse weather conditions.
• Always secure your umbrella to a Frankford base for the recommended application.
• Please avoid any modifications to your umbrella, except those made by an authorized
Frankford customer service agent. Unauthorized modifications will void the warranty.
• Make sure your NOVA umbrella 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. Follow all
manufacturer’s assembly instructions.
• Inspect the installation fitting/base on a regular basis and tighten as necessary.
GENERAL INFORMATION
• In coastal or metropolitan environments, frequent washing of the complete unit is
beneficial.
• Fold the acrylic canvas as mentioned in “Closing The NOVA” (Page 24). 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, etc.) However,
it is recommended that if the umbrella is not to be used for an extended period of time
(winter months), 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.
• 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.
• DO NOT USE BLEACH BASED DETERGENTS TO CLEAN THE UMBRELLA CANOPY.
• The included protective cover should be used when the umbrella will not be operated
for an extended period of time.
SIMPLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
