Gator ETX User manual

ETX SOFT ROLL UP BED COVER
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION
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6x
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ETX INSTALLATION
GUIDE
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COMPONENTS
TOOLS REQUIRED
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ETX SOFT ROLL UP BED COVER

B
Tighten clamps securely on
side rails before driving vehicle.
WARNING
LEVEL
BRepeat steps 3-5 on passenger side for item C. Proceed to step 7 when complete.
1/2”
Adjustment Zone
Cover tension is controlled by four position adjustable blocks.
To start, place blocks in postion shown below. With 4 on top and
closest to front header. Secure blocks with hitchpin in #2 hole,
this is the least amount of tension. (Position 4)
Hitchpin
Position 1
Maximum
Position 2
Position 3
Position 4
Minimum
Setting cover tension
1. Set cover tension during warmest part of the day.
2. Roll cover up to adjustable block.
3. Pull Hitchpin and rotate blocks to the next position need-
ed. Replace Hitchpin. (Driver and passenger blocks
must always be in the same position.)
4. Close cover and re-check adjustment. Repeat until
satisfactory tension has been achieved.
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With Tailgate Closed, Position Side Rail Compressing End Seals Equally Between Cab and Tailgate.
End Seal Compressed
At Tailgate.
End Seal Compressed At Cab.
GATOR ETX SOFT ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS, 2303 SE 17TH ST, SUITE 102, OCALA, FL 34471
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SETTING TENSION ADJUSTMENT BLOCKS
When installing clamps, finger tighten nut holding back side of clamp. Be sure the teeth of
the clamp engage with the grooves of the side rail. Hold the clamp firmly with one hand
to tighten the bolt. Avoid twisting or
rotating the clamp during this process.

B
over tighten nut and plastic
BUnhook and unroll cover to the tailgate.
9/16”9/16”
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F
Passengerside detailDrivers side detail
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Thread nut onto bolt enough to be tight but still able to move freely.
washer connection.
DO NOT
SIDE VIEW

B
B
B
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ROLL COVER TIGHT AND SECURE BOTH RETAINER
STRAPS. DO NOT STOW COVER AGAINST CAB WINDOW.
To unlatch Pull Toggle.
To stow cover open roll cover to the front. Secure both hooks
DO NOT stow cover against cab window.
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CLICK
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NOTE: Preferred method to close cover. Roll cover
closed then close tailgate. Seal will be inside the tailgate.
If tailgate has a key lock, truck bed cover is secured
until tailgate is unlocked and opened.
NOTE: Secure hook fastener and loop fastener by pressing
down along entire length of both side rails before driving vehicle.
This will prevent wind lifting the cover and causing damage.
CAUTION

GATOR ETX SOFT ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS, 2303 SE 17TH ST, SUITE 102, OCALA, FL 34471
12 * Hook Strip
13 1703332 Hitch Pin
14 1705234 Clamp Assembly (6)
15 * Side Rail, Passenger’s Side
16 * Side Rail, Driver’s Side
17 1114773 Flat Spring
18 1704213 Latch Assembled
19 1703455 Cap Screw
20 1705336 Header Stop
21 1703690 Self Drill Screw
22 1705405 Rear Header End Plug RH
23 1705404 Rear Header End Plug LH
24 * Rear Header
25 1117958 Side Rail End Plug Assy LH
26 1117959 Side Rail End Plug Assy RH
27 1701580 Hex Nut Full Nylon Lock
28 * Extruded Header Seal
* Please specify length or make and model of vehicle.
1* Replacement Cover
2* Front Header
31705310 Front Header End Plug RH
41705311 Front Header End Plug LH
5* Retainer Strap
61115745 Plastic Washer
71703455 Square Head Cap Screw
8* Bow Assembly
91705192 Retainer Loop
10 1705318 Tension Adjustment Block
11 1705364 Header Insert Retainer Clip
REPLACEMENT PARTS
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It is the responsibility of the owner/user to read this manual and
comply with the operating procedures. The owner/user is also
responsible for inspecting their truck bed cover system, and for
having parts repaired or replaced when worn or damaged.
Failure to follow safety instructions and warning labels could result
in failure of your cover system and/or personal injury.
• Always wear safety glasses and/or other necessary protective
equipment when installing your truck bed cover system.
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Please read entire manual before installing your truck bed cover
system.
Vinyl cover can be hand washed with mild soap and water or
cleaned in a car wash. Thoroughly rinse cover to remove any soap
residue. Cover can be treated with any vinyl protectant made for
truck bed covers.
Never use any vinyl conditioners
(ie, Armor All®) that contain silicone, petroleum,
or citrus based products on your truck bed cover
Gator Tonneau Covers
2303 SE 17th Street, Suite 102, Ocala, FL 34471
1-800-244-2826 or [email protected]
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM CST
as they may crack and shrink the vinyl.
COVER MAINTENANCE
MESSAGES TO INSTALLER
OWNER/USER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING
Tighten clamps securely on side rails before driving
vehicle, to prevent cover from blowing off.
1. Do not place objects on or against cover or framework.
2. Do not tie cargo to cover framework.
3. Never allow children or pets to occupy pickup box while
cover is closed.
4. Cover is not airtight. Special care is required to keep
cargo clean and dry.
5. Fabric cover won’t prevent theft of contents inside truck
box.
6. Cover must be rolled fully open and secured with retainer
straps when towing vehicle backwards.
7. Opened cover must be secured with both retainer straps
when driving vehicle.
8. Cover must be rolled fully open and secured with retainer
straps if any part of the truck bed cover is worn or
damaged.
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DIRECT ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS TO:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: The full hardware kit including rails, clamps and bows carries a lifetime
warranty, while the fabric cover iswarranted for 10 years.Warranty is to the original consumer purchaser and is
not transferrable. Gator Covers warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time
of purchase by the original retail consumer. Gator Covers disclaim any other warranties, express or implied, including
the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose or an intended use. If the product is found to be defective, Gator
Covers may replace or repair the product at our option, when the product is returned prepaid, with the proof of
purchase. Alteration to, improper installation, or misuse of this product voids the warranty. Gator Covers liability
is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for any
incidental or
consequential loss or damage
ETX SOFT ROLL-UP BED COVER