InstaShade Cafe Series User manual

Owners Manual
Cafe Series Parasol

CAFE SERIES PARASOL
The Cafe Series is manufactured using high quality materials and fabrics and is designed
to give you many years of trouble free use and enjoyment. The following information
how to operate your Nova parasol correctly. Please follow these instructions as
they are designed to assist operation and prolong the life of the parasol.
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Frame Specifications
Dimensions of closed parasol
Dimensions of open parasol
Packaging Dimensions
Wind Guidance**
Weight
Post
(outside diameter x thickness
x length (mm)
Long arms (mm)
40 x 2.0 x 2600 50 x 2.0 x 2900 40 x 2.0 x 2600 50 x 2.0 x 2900
18 x 24 x 1.2
2600 2900
750 1000 750
2600 2900
1000
2600
2050
6.5
1670x 205 x 205
9.5 18 13 21.5
50605060
2960 x 230 x 230 1670 x 205 x 205 2960 x 230 x 230
14.5 9.5 16.5
2100 2050 2100
2900 2600 2900
18 x 30 x 1.2 18 x 24 x 1.2 18 x 30 x 1.2
2m sq 3m sq 2.8m oct
a: Height (mm)
b: Closed canopy clearance (mm)
c: Height (mm)
d: Canopy edge height (mm)
Parasol (unboxed) (kg)
Total Length (inc post) (mm)
Weight (boxed parasol) (kg)
Install wind rating (km/h)
**The above wind speeds are provided as a guide only. Refer to our website and Product Owner Manual provided with the parasol for more infomation. The product
warranty does not cover wind damage regardless of wind speed.
**100KM wind rating applies to 3m Square size only.
4.2m oct
CAFE SERIES PARASOL RANGE

You can either use your umbrella with a freestanding base, or alternatively, you can install
it using an in-ground fitting.
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INSTALLATION OPTIONS
Base Options:
Cafe Series Wheel Base
Inground Base Steel Base Plate
(14kg or 19kg)
Concrete Ring Plate
(14kg or 19kg)(35kg or 45kg)
Sand Bag Weights
Galvanised Steel Premium Base

SETTING UP CAFE SERIES PARASOL
Opening The Parasol For The First Time:
When the parasol is being opened for the first time, ensure the velcro strap and all the
packaging has been removed. There may be some packaging material on the arms
underneath the fabric canopy - partially open the parasol and get in underneath the
fabric canopy to remove all this packaging before fully opening the parasol.
IMPORTANT: The parasol support arms are fitted with PLASTIC SLIDING SPACERS. The
spacers help to keep the arms spread apart when the parasol is closed. This will make
it easier to open next time it is used and to prevent the arms getting “stuck” down when
trying to open the parasol. When the parasol is packaged for shipping, the spacers
are not engaged and are located at the lower end of the support arms. Before using the
parasol for the first time you must engage the spacers into the pre-drilled locking
holes by sliding each spacer into position up the parasol arms. A barrel bolt is
supplied to secure each spacer into place.
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OPERATING CAFE SERIES PARASOL
Step One: Slide parasol centre post into base plate. Secure the parasol by inserting
the locking bolt through the mast hole and spigot, then tighten up the nut.
Step Two: Remove the velcro strap around the canopy and open the parasol by pulling
down on the pully rope. Bubble wrap may need to be removed from top of the pole.
1 2
3 4
Step Three: Slide stop pin into desired height setting on the centre pole.
Step Four: Secure the canopy by wraping the rope pulley around the centre post
anchor point in a figure of 8 motion.

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Step One: Group the four fabric panels and roll together towards the frame. Fold the
remaining panels over the rolled panels one by one, alternating from left to right.
Step Two: Secure the folded panels in place with the velcro strap by wrapping it
around the parasol tightly.
Step Three: Place the unzipped cover bag around and over the parasol.
Step Four: Zip the cover bag shut using the attatched pull cord.
CLOSING PARASOL FOR LONG TERM STORAGE
3 4
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Maintenance Instructions:
Be careful when closing the parasol to ensure that the canopy does not get
caught or “pinched” by the parasol arms. This is particularly important before storing
the parasol away for extended periods of time or if the parasol is to be laid
horizontally for storage. Damage to the fabric caused by “pinching” is not covered
by warranty.
In coastal or metropolitan environments it is beneficial to wash off any dirt, pollen
sand salt residue from the parasol frame and fabric using a hose or soft bristle
brush.
Periodic spraying of silicon spray into the gear box through the winder hole will
assist operation and prolong the life of the winder unit.
A protective cover bag is advisable to use if the parasol is not to be used for some
time. The parasol must be dry before being packed in a cover bag.
Inspect the installation fitting/base on a regular basis and tighten as necessary.
Periodically check all the connecting brackets and joints of the parasol to ensure
that all bolts/fittings are tight and secure. Tighten any bolts as required.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
General Information:
You will get maximum benefit from your parasol when you use it in accordance with
our instructions and in the weather conditions for which it was designed.
Do not leave the parasol open when unattended, particularly in windy conditions.
The parasol shoud be closed and securely strapped in strong winds and adverse
weather conditions.
Always secure your parasol to an appropriate footing/base.
Any modifications to your parasol, except those made by Instashade Ltd.
may invalidate the warranty.
Make sure the parasol is dry and clean prior to storing away for extended periods
of time to prevent mould from developing.

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WARRANTY
WARRANTY TERMS:
FABRIC WARRANTY TERMS:
Our solution dyed acrylic fabrics are guaranteed against:
Rot or significant loss of strength from normal usage and exposure conditions. It does not apply
against any deterioration of any kind due to wind or weather-related damage, misuse, burns,
negligence, vandalism, perforations or stains due to evironmental pollution and fair wear and
tear.
Loss of colour. Our acrylic canvas fabric is warrantied to remain colour-fast to a rating of 7-8 on
a 1-8 scale (meaning minimum fading).
INSTASHADE PARASOLS ECLIPSE, AURORA, NOVA ALL COME WITH THE FOLLOWING WARRANTIES:
The warranty covers faulty materials and faulty workmanship only. Wind damage is not covered by
this warranty.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by wind or adverse weather conditions, fair wear
and tear, accidents or misuse.
This warranty is valid only if the parasol is installed and operated as per the instructions in this
manual.
This is a back base warranty. In the case of repairs to the parasol being required (regardless
of whether the repairs are covered under warranty) the cost of transportation to/from
Instashade Ltd. Is to be paid by the claimant.
Installation fittings and spigots are made using galvanised steel. Rust is a natural part of the
aging process of all steel, based materials and is therefore not considered a defect and is not
covered under warranty.
This warranty is given by Instashade Ltd. No person has the authority to change or add to these
obligations and liabilities without Instashade Ltd. approval in writing.
Instashade Ltd. reservers the right to determine whether fault is caused by faulty workmanship,
faulty materials or that any part is defective. Where fault is determined, we reserve the right to
repair or replace products at our discretion.
Instashade Ltd. or its authorised agent may offer advice but accepts not responsibility as to the
ultimate positioning of the parasol. In the case of installations, the owner is to ascertain
position of all underground pipes and electrical wires and notify the installer of any obstacles.
Although all care will be taken, no responsibility can be accepted for any damage during
intallation.
Any parasol repair, hardware replacement or fabric replacement supplied under the warranty is
covered for the time remaining in the original warranty and does not active a new warranty
period.
This warranty applies to the orginal purchaser only.
3 year NO FADE olefin canvas
10 year NO FADE on acrylic (Eclipse/Nova)
Recasens fabrics are manufactured with only the highest quality raw materials
and the most rigorous quality-assurance procedures. Recasens fabrics are
covered by a 10 year residential warranty (5 years for commercial use) covering
rot and colour fading* in normal environments and conditions of use. The
warranty does not cover wear and tear, or wind related damage.
*Colours with red pigmentation (red, orange and yellow etc) will have lower
colour fastness than other colours and will show some fading earlier.

Unit 7 & 8 Tatton Court
Kingsland Grange
Warrington
WA1 4RR
Tel: [phone]
Email – [email protected]
Web – www.instashade.co.uk