HOLDFAST SUN KING Folding Frame Clothesline User manual

Folding Frame
Clothesline
Double and Single
Product Manual

2Introduction
Congratulations
Congratulations on the purchase of your
Sun King Folding Clothesline, which will
bring you many years of trouble-free and
efficient drying.
Your Folding Clothesline can be either wall
or post mounted. If you are planning to post
mount, you will need to purchase a post kit
(sold separately).
It’s important that you read this Product
Manual thoroughly before installation to
benefit from the design features and enjoy
safe use of this product.
Thank you for choosing Sun King.
Patents and Registered Designs apply to
this product.
Warning
• Do not allow children or pets to swing on
the clothesline or items of laundry.
• Ensure when raising and lowering your
clothesline that bystanders (in particular
children) are standing well clear.
• Do not use for any purpose other than
to hang and dry washing.
• Do not use your clothesline if parts are
worn or damaged.
• Do not allow the frame to lower in an
uncontrolled manner as damage
or injury may result.
Please retain this Product Manual. Record the
following information for future reference.
Product Number (printed on carton):
Date of purchase:
Name and location of store:
Made in China
®

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Carton Contents and Installation
Carton Contents
Check all components are supplied in your carton. Refer to the chart below for quantities.
Folding Clothesline Double Single
1Mount Bracket 2 2
2Arm – LH 1 1
3Arm – RH 1 1
4Arm Inner – LH 1 –
5Arm Inner – RH 1 –
6Inner Spreader Bar 2 –
7Outer Spreader Bar 2 2
8Spreader Joiner 2 1
9Corner 4 2
10 Line 2 1
Hex Key 5mm 1 1
Hex Key 4mm 1 1
Fasteners 4 4
1
2
3
4
8
10
9
5
6
7
Double Folding Clothesline model
shown for reference

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Step 1 – Select a suitable location
• Your Folding Clothesline can be mounted to either a wall or post kit (sold separately).
• You must check to ensure you have sufficient space in your backyard to install your
clothesline. Refer Fig. 1.
• Your product can be reduced in width (if needed) refer to Step 7 on page 11 for details.
• We recommend mounting your Folding Clothesline at a height approximately 50mm (2")
above the head height of the intended user. Refer Fig. 1.
Installation
Product Dimensions
Product Width Depth
Double Folding Clothesline 2240mm (88.2") 1200mm (47.2")
Single Folding Clothesline 2240mm (88.2") 1200mm (47.2")
Fig. 1
Depth
Width
Ensure area is free from
pipes and obstructions
750mm
(30") minimum
100mm (4") minimum
400mm (16") minimum
50mm (2")
Wall or Post
Eaves or other overhanging obstructions
User’s head height
= top of bracket
Ground
Fig. 1

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Step 2 – Installing your mount brackets
The following instructions are provided for installing your mount brackets to either;
• Brick or masonry walls (Step 3)
• Stud walls (Step 4)
• Post kits (Step 5)
Due to the range of wall construction materials available, or if you have any doubt, consult your
local hardware store.
• Install the left hand bracket first and use this to align the right hand bracket.
• Hold each bracket against the wall, making sure they are aligned vertically and horizontally, and
use them as templates to mark where to drill holes (a spirit level and straight edge will help).
• User's head height to equal top of bracket.
Installation
Product Mount Hole Centres
Double Folding Clothesline 2200mm (86.5")
Single Folding Clothesline 2200mm (86.5")
Fig. 2
Straight edge
Ground level
Spirit level
Mount hole centres
for long, compact and mini (fig6)
f
or mono and duo (fig7) for long, compact and mini (fig6)
Wall bracket
Wall bracket
Refer to Fig. 1
Refer to Fig. 1

6Installation
Step 3 – Fixing to a brick or masonry wall
3.1 Double check to ensure you have sufficient clearance and the area is free from pipes
and other obstructions.
3.2 Mark the position of the mount bracket hole centres on the wall.
If you are replacing an existing Sun King Folding Frame product using the original
fasteners, ensure they are suitable and still in good condition.
For sound brick/masonry walls, we recommend using appropriate flush head 10mm
diameter fasteners.
3.3 Drill appropriately sized holes in your wall to suit the fasteners being used. Refer Fig. 3.
3.4 Clear holes of dust and debris before inserting fastener. Refer Fig. 4.
Ensure the head of the bolts
do not protrude more than
8-10mm.
8-10mm
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Mount bracket

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Installation
Step 3 – Fixing to a brick or masonry wall
3.1 Double check to ensure you have sufficient clearance and the area is free from pipes
and other obstructions.
3.2 Mark the position of the mount bracket hole centres on the wall.
If you are replacing an existing Sun King Folding Frame product using the original
fasteners, ensure they are suitable and still in good condition.
For sound brick/masonry walls, we recommend using appropriate flush head 10mm
diameter fasteners.
3.3 Drill appropriately sized holes in your wall to suit the fasteners being used. Refer Fig. 3.
3.4 Clear holes of dust and debris before inserting fastener. Refer Fig. 4.
Fig. 5
Step 4 – Fixing to a stud wall
4.1 Double check to ensure you have sufficient clearance and the area is free from pipes and
other obstructions.
4.2 Locate the vertical studs in your wall.
4.3 Determine if you need to adjust your product width.
You may need to reduce the width of your Folding Clothesline to match existing stud
centres, (refer to step 7 on page 11 for details).
4.4 Mark the position of the mount bracket’s hole centres on the wall (corresponding with the
stud positions). Refer Fig. 5.
4.5 Drill the correct size holes in your wall to suit the fasteners being used.
• For timber stud walls, we recommend using four 8mm (5/16") x 75mm (3") long wood
screws.
• For other stud and wall construction materials, we recommend you consult your local
hardware store for the appropriate fasteners.
• When drilling into timber studs, always drill a pilot hole to reduce the chance of the studs
splitting.
It is critical that your Folding Clothesline mount brackets are securely fastened to the vertical
studs in your wall. Appropriate fasteners must be used, strong enough to support full loads
of wet washing.
for long, compact and mini (fig6)
f
or mono and duo (fig7) for long, compact and mini (fig6)
Fig. 5
Stud centres and
mount hole centres
must match
Wall bracketWall bracket

8Installation
Step 5 – Fixing to a post kit
Post kits for Folding Clotheslines are available as optional accessories.
5.1 Install and assemble the post kit as per the separate instructions provided with the kit.
5.2 Install the mount brackets as shown. Refer Fig. 6.
Fig. 6
Mount bracket
M8 washer
M8 x 75
socket
head bolt
M8 x 55 socket
head bolt
M8
washer
M8
nyloc Cross brace
Hex key 6mm
Fasteners and Hex key
supplied in Post Kit
for long, compact and mini (fig6)

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Assembly
Step 6 – Assemble the spreader bars
On the Double Folding Clothesline ensure the spreader bars match (Fig 11).
6.1 Dis-assemble the spreader handle from the spreader joiner using the hex key 4mm. Refer
Fig. 7.
6.2 Insert the spreader joiner into the spreader bar and then fasten with the spreader handle as
shown. Refer Fig. 8.
Once the joiner has been assembled to the first spreader, fasten one of the screws to
prevent the joiner slipping in further during the assembly of the second spreader.
You must ensure the correct orientation of the spreader bars, spreader joiner and
mount holes.
6.3 The spreader joiner is designed to be a tight fit within the spreader bar, so you may need to
gently ‘tap’ it in with a hammer. Ensure you protect the other end of the spreader bar with a
cloth, soft surface or the cardboard packaging to avoid damage.
6.4 Ensure the mount holes and fasteners align.
6.5 If you accidentally insert the spreader joiner too far you can ‘lever’ it out using a
screwdriver. Refer Fig. 9.
Fig. 9
Lever gently
with a screwdriver
Protect this end
Tap gently with
a hammer
Mount hole
Spreader bar
Spreader
joiner
Spreader
handle
Fastener
Fig. 8
Fig. 7
Spreader
handle
Hex key
4mm
Spreader
joiner
Fastener

10 Assembly
Step 6 – Continued
6.6 Assemble the second spreader bar and secure the fastener.
Again, you may need to tap the end gently with a hammer, as it’s designed to be a ‘tight’ fit.
Refer Fig. 10.
Double Folding Clothesline
The Double Folding Clothesline has an outer (longer) and inner (shorter) spreader bar. Refer Fig.
11.
You must ensure the lengths of spreader bars match.
Fig. 11
Inner (shorter)
Outer (longer)Outer (longer)
Inner (shorter)
Fig. 10
Ensure fastener hole
is in correct orientation

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Assembly
Step 7 – Adjusting the width of your Folding Clothesline
7.1 Your Folding Clothesline width can be reduced to suit your specific installation needs or to
align with existing stud centres.
The standard mount hole centres for your Folding Clothesline model are shown in the table
on page 5.
Determine the length you need to reduce your product, halve this amount and cut equal
lengths from the ends of the assembled spreader with a hacksaw. Refer Fig. 12.
For the Double Folding Clothesline model, you will need to cut both the inner and outer
assembled spreader bars.
7.2 Cutting equal amounts from each end of the spreader will maintain the spreader handle in
the centre of the product.
7.3 Be careful when cutting with a hacksaw, ensure you do not slip/damage the powdercoat and
keep the cut edge square.You may need to clean up the edges with a file after cutting.
7.4 Make sure the inside of the cut edges are smooth to allow the corners to slide in easily.
Cut equal lengths
from each end
Fig. 12

12 Assembly
Step 8 – Fit arms to mount brackets
8.1 Attach the arms to the top of the mount brackets as shown, using the fasteners and 5mm
Hex key provided. Refer to Fig. 13 and Fig. 14. Ensure head of bolt is on outside of arm.
End of bolt must go through to at least the outside of the nut when tightened.
8.2 Attach the struts to the bottom of the mount brackets as shown, using the fasteners and
5mm Hex key provided. Refer to Fig. 13 and Fig. 14. Ensure head of bolt is on outside of
arm.
Do not over tighten the fasteners as the arms and struts must be free to pivot.
In this manual left and right side is referenced as if you are looking at your clothesline.
i.e. At the wall/post kit you are assembling to.
Repeat for other arm.
Fig. 13 Single Folding Clothesline
5mm Hex key
Mount bracket
Strut
Washer
Nut
Arm
Bolt
RH arm shown
for reference
RH arm shown
for reference
Fig. 14 Double Folding Clothesline
Mount bracket
Strut
Strut
Long arm
Short arm
5mm Hex key
Washer
Nut
Bolt Long arm fits in
the Mount bracket.
Short arm fits to
the inside of the
Mount bracket.

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Assembly
Step 9 – Assemble corners into spreader bar
9.1 Remove corner caps by gently levering with a screwdriver. Refer Fig. 15.
9.2 Insert and secure the corners into both ends of the spreader bar, using Hex key 5mm
(ensure bolts are firmly tightened). Refer Fig. 16.
Fig. 15
Corner cap
Insert screwdriver into
slot and gently lever open
Fig. 16
Hex key 5mm
Spreader bar
M6 socket head bolt

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‘click’
Fig. 17
Assembly
Step 10 – Assemble spreader bar
to arms
10.1 Lift and rotate each arm up until the strut clicks
once to indicate it has engaged, then lower
gently to the ‘horizontal’ position. Refer Fig. 17.
10.2 Insert the spreader bar and corners into the
arm ends and secure using hex key 5mm.
Refer Fig. 18. Please note the correct handle
orientation.
Corner cap
Corner
Spreader barArm
Fig. 19
Fig. 18
Ensure handle is on
top of spreader when
placed into arms

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Line Assembly
Step 11 – Attaching the line
Each Folding Clothesline product has individual line configurations and threading patterns,
as shown. Refer Fig. 20.
Each line is fastened to a line tie-off, then threaded through the arms and
tensioned/fastened to the other line tie-off.
Line tie-o
Line tie-o
Line tie-o
Line tie-o
Line tie-o
Line
tie-o
Fig. 20
Double Folding Clothesline
Single Folding Clothesline

16 Line Assembly
Step 11 – Continued
11.2 Loop the line around the groove in the
line tie-o saddle. Pull tight to prevent the
line from slipping.
12.2 Insert the line into the slot of the line tie o
saddle and through the side. Pull through
15cm+ of excess line for tensioning.
11.4 Continue feeding the line through the
holes in the arm ensuring all lines are
parallel (refer to Fig. 20 for the
threading pattern for your product).
11.3 Feed the line through holes in the arm.
11.2 Loop the line around the groove in the
line tie-o saddle. Pull tight to pr
event the
line from slipping.
11.1 Insert the PVC line into the slot of the
line tie-o saddle. Pull through
15cm+ of excess line for tensioning.
11.4 Continue feeding the line through the
holes in the arm ensuring all lines are
parallel (refer to Fig. 20 for the
threading pattern for your product).
11.3 Feed the line through holes in the arm.
11.5 Insert the line into the slot of the last line
tie-o saddle, repeat the tie-o.
11.7 Trim o excess PVC line at dotted line
pulled back into the line tie-o saddle.
11.6 Check that all the lines are tight and
adjust and retension if necessary.
11.5 Insert the line into the slot of the last line
tie-o saddle, repeat the tie-o.
11.7 Trim o excess PVC line at dotted line
pulled back into the line tie-o saddle.
11.6 Check that all the lines are tight and
adjust and retension if necessary.

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Operation
Step 12 – Using your Folding Clothesline
12.1 To lower the clothesline (Fig. 21)
A Loosely grip the spreader bar handle.
B Raise the frame until you hear both struts ‘click’ once to indicate they have disengaged.
CNow lower the frame gently to its folded position.
12.2 To raise the clothesline (Fig. 21)
A Loosely grip the spreader bar handle.
B Pull the frame away from the wall slowly and raise it above your head until you hear
both struts ‘click’ once to indicate they have engaged.
C Now lower the frame slightly – if both struts have fully engaged, the frame will be
supported squarely.
If the struts did not engage on both sides, repeat the process.
A
C
B
C
B
A
Raising your ClotheslineLowering your Clothesline
Fig. 21
Line Tensioning
To remove any excess ‘slack’ from the lines, feed the line through the arms until desired
tension is achieved. Undo and re-tie line as shown in Step 11 on page 16.
Do not over tension the line as you may distort the frame.

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Care and Maintenance
Regularly inspect all components and check
for wear and tear or damage. Ensure fasteners
are secure. If there is any damage, parts
should be replaced with original Sun King
spares.The Clothesline should be repaired
before using again.
Your Clothesline should be periodically wiped
clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
Your Clothesline should be easy to operate,
but if left for a period of time it may become
more difficult. It is recommended that the
clothesline is raised and lowered regularly.
We do not recommend the use of oil or ‘WD’
type lubricants on any part of the Clothesline.
Wipe away any dirt and dust from the
telescopic struts with a damp cloth once a
month.
More regularly in dusty conditions.
Sun King Handy Hints
Place smaller items of clothing on the lines
nearest to the wall or posts and work your
way outwards for larger items.
When you do not expect to fill the capacity
of your clothesline, hang your clothes on
the outer lines, as this will allow clothes
to dry more easily.
Care and Maintenance

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In addition to all rights and remedies to which
you may be entitled under the New Zealand
Consumer Guarantees Act (1993) and any
other relevant legislation, Holdfast NZ Limited
warrants the product to be free from defects
in materials or workmanship for 10 years from
the date of purchase.
In the event of a claim, you must take the
product with proof of purchase and an
explanation of the fault to the place of
purchase or contact Holdfast NZ Limited and
provide your proof of purchase. All costs
associated with the return of the good (and
other expenses incurred in claiming under
this warranty) are your responsibility. We
will, at our option, either repair or replace the
product if it has a defect in its materials or
workmanship.
Holdfast NZ Limited liability under this
warranty is subject to Holdfast NZ Limited
being satisfied that a defect was caused by
defective workmanship or materials and was
not caused by or substantially contributed
to by other factors including (but not limited
to) maintenance or repair, adjustments or
modifications of the product in a manner not
recommended by the manufacturers or any
neglect, misuse or excessive use. For the
avoidance of doubt, this warranty does not
cover acts of God, earthquake, cyclone, fire,
explosion, flood, landslide, lightning, storm,
tempest, drought or meteor, war, terrorism,
restraint or damage to property by or under
the order of any government authority or
industrial action.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for
a major failure and for compensation for any
other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not
amount to a major failure.
For goods purchased within New Zealand, this
warranty is provided by Holdfast NZ Limited ,
14 Avalon Drive, Nawton, Hamilton. Phone
0800 70 10 80.
Warranty

20 Contacts
Holdfast Contacts
HOLDFAST NZ LTD
14 Avalon Drive, SH 1, Nawton 3200
PO Box 4206, Hamilton East 3247
Hamilton, New Zealand
Ph: [phone], Fax [phone]
Free Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.holdfast.co.nz
Holdfast NZ LTD
Issue August 2016
HD10297a