Lippert SureShade Power Bimini 2021013744 Installation instructions

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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
Safety ................................................... 2
Parts List ................................................ 3
Resources Required ................................... 3
Installation .............................................. 3
Front Fly Extension .................................... 3
Reverse (rear) Fly Extension .......................... 9
Operation ............................................. 10
Front Fly Extension .................................. 10
Reverse (rear) Fly Extension ........................ 10
Storage ................................................ 10
Troubleshooting ...................................... 11
Maintenance .......................................... 11
Fabric Care .......................................... 11
Notes .................................................. 12
SureShade®
Power Bimini
Upgrades: Fly
Extension
Installation and
Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
Bimini Extension KitsBimini Extension Kits
Part #Part # DescriptionDescription
2021013744 Bimini Extension Kit with Black Hardware;
7ft with Black Canvas
2022002186 Bimini Extension Kit with Chrome Hardware;
7ft with Black Canvas
2022002187 Bimini Extension Kit with Black Hardware;
6ft with Black Canvas
2022002188 Bimini Extension Kit with Chrome Hardware;
6ft with Black Canvas
2022002189 Bimini Extension Kit with Chrome Hardware;
7ft with Light Sand Canvas
2022002190 Bimini Extension Kit with Chrome Hardware;
6ft with Light Sand Canvas

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Introduction
Protection from the elements while spending time on your
pontoon makes for a great day. Our bimini extension kit
easily connects to our canopies with the front, zippered
storage pocket. This nylon bimini extension protects
against harsh UV rays and rain.
The bimini extension kit is also easily customizable for
use towards the rear of the boat, running underneath
the canopy to provide additional protection when and
where needed.
Additional information about this product can be obtained
from lci1.com/support or by using the LippertNOW app.
Replacement kits can be ordered from https://store.lci1.
com/ or by using the LippertNOW app.
The myLCI app is available for free on Apple App Store®
for iPhone®and iPad®and also on Google Play™for
Android™users.
App Store®and iPad®are registered trademarks of
Apple Inc.
Google Play™and Android™are trademarks of Google Inc.
Safety
Read and understand all instructions before installing or
operating this product. Adhere to all safety labels.
This manual provides general instructions. Many variables
can change the circumstances of the instructions, i.e.,
the degree of difficulty, operation and ability of the
individual performing the instructions. This manual
cannot begin to plot out instructions for every possibility,
but provides the general instructions, as necessary, for
effectively interfacing with the device, product or system.
Failure to correctly follow the provided instructions may
result in death, serious personal injury, severe product
and/or property damage, including voiding of the LCI
limited warranty.
THE “WARNING” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT
A PROCEDURE HAS A SAFETY RISK INVOLVED
AND MAY CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY AND/OR SEVERE PRODUCT OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE IF NOT PERFORMED SAFELY AND WITHIN
THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR SEVERE PRODUCT AND
PROPERTY DAMAGE, INCLUDING VOIDING OF THE
COMPONENT WARRANTY.
DO NOT FULLY OPEN THE BIMINI FRAME WITHOUT
THE CANVAS TOP INSTALLED. OPENING THE BIMINI
FRAME WITHOUT THE CANVAS TOP INSTALLED
WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PRODUCT DAMAGE. ONLY
FULLY OPEN THE BIMINI FRAME WITH THE CANVAS
TOP INSTALLED.
THE “CAUTION” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT
A SAFETY RISK IS INVOLVED AND MAY CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PRODUCT OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE IF NOT SAFELY ADHERED TO
AND WITHIN THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH
IN THIS MANUAL.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
PERFORMING SERVICE, MAINTENANCE OR
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES.
DO NOT EXCEED 15 MPH WHEN FLY EXTENSION IS
DEPLOYED. EXCEEDING MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT
WITH FLY EXTENSION DEPLOYED CAN CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE EXTENSION AND VOID PRODUCT
WARRANTY.

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LetterLetter PNPN DescriptionDescription QtyQty
A 2021016767 Strap Assembly, 48” 2
B 2021013729 Jawslide, 0.984” Rnd, Closed SS 2
C 2021013733 Eye Strap (saddle) 4
D 2020104413 Quick Release Bimini Top Hinge
Assembly
4
E 2021016592 Round Support Tube (2 pcs) 1
F 853953 Screw, 1/4”-10 x 3/4” RH PSV PH
SLFDR SST
12
G 2021013519 Bimini Extension Fabric 1
H 2021102659 Bimini Support Arm Assembly 2
Parts List Resources Required
NOTE: Part numbers are shown for identification purposes
only. Not all parts are available for individual sale. Parts
may vary depending on kit. All parts with a link to the
Lippert Store can be purchased.
• 1-2 persons, depending
on task
• Cordless or electric drill or
screw gun
• Appropriate drive bits
• Screwdriver
• Tape measure
• 1/8” hex wrench
• Non-permanent marker
A
B
C
E
G
D
F
H
Installation
The optional Lippert front fly extension can only be
installed on bimini tops equipped with a zippered front
storage pocket that accommodates the attachment
and storage of the fly extension and stanchions. The
stanchions are equipped with adjustable tie-down straps.
Front Fly Extension
NOTE: Inspect both sides, the front and rear of the boat
for any interfering obstructions such as doors, furniture or
other permanent features.
1. Fully extend the bimini top.
2. Unzip the top’s front storage pocket.
3. Connect the zipper end of the y extension fabric to the
open zipper of the storage pocket, then zip it closed to
secure the y extension fabric to the top.
4. Unfurl and stretch the y extension fabric towards the
front of the boat.

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5. Snap the two sections of the tube together (Fig.1).
NOTE: The round support tube for the front of the fly
extension is shipped in two pieces.
6. Position the tube so the ends curve upward and
are vertically aligned to one another at the 12 o’clock
position (Fig.2).
Fig.1
Fig.2
7. Use an 1/8” hex wrench to loosen the setscrew (Fig.3A)
in a jawslide, remove the jaw screw (Fig.3B) then set the
screw aside.
set tube to
vertical
aligned tube ends
8. Slip the jawslide onto one end of the tube, position it
ush to the end of the tube, then align the clamping jaw
vertical to the tube ends (Fig.4).
Fig.3
A
jawslide
B
snap button
snap button
tube
jawslide
flush
aligned jawslide
tube’s
vertical
centerline
clamping
jaws
Fig.4
9. Rotate the jawslide to the 1 o’clock position (30 degrees)
then secure it in place with the setscrew using an 1/8” hex
wrench (Fig.5).
Fig.5
30 degrees
tube
jawslide

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Fig.6
Fig.7
Fig.8
collared tube
extension
fabric
buttoned tube
extension
fabric
extension
fabric
Fig.9
Fig.10
10. Repeat steps 7-9 on the other end of the tube. Make
sure the two jawslides are aligned to one another.
11. Separate the two halves of the tube then slip the front
pocket of the extension fabric over the collared tube (Fig.6).
12. Reconnect the tube halves (Fig.7).
13. Spread the extension’s fabric across the width of
the tube (Fig.8).
14. Slide the locking button (Fig.9A) on each locking plate
back (Fig.9B) then remove the swivel locking studs (Fig.9C).
A
B
C
15. Use a screwdriver to install the swivel locking studs
onto the bottoms of the stanchions (Fig.10).
stanchion
bottom
swivel
locking
stud

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16. Retrieve the previously-removed (step 7) jaw screw
(Fig.11A) and use it to secure the eye end of each stanchion
(Fig.11B) onto a jaw slide (Fig.11C).
Fig.12
A
B
C
17. Locate the stanchions:
A. Position each swivel stud for insertion into the locking
plate (Fig.12).
Fig.13
stanchion
swivel stud
locking plate
B. Place the locking plates (Fig.13A) as far forward on the
top rails towards the front of the boat without interfering
with any obstructions, e.g., doors, furniture.
C. The stanchions should be positioned at a forward
angle so when the locking plates are installed a
forward and downward tension will be applied to the fly
extension (Fig.13).
Fig.11
stanchion
front (bow)
A
boat railing
front
bimini
frame
actuator

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D. Use a tape measure and a non-permanent marker
to make sure each locking plate is located the
same distance, between 98”-108” from the front of the
actuator body (Fig.14).
NOTE: Installing the slide base closer to 108” will provide
better stretching of the fly extension’s fabric and better
clearance under the canopy.
E. Position the locking plates where previously located in
steps B-D.
98”-108”
measurement points
Fig.14

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F. Insert two ¼”-10 x ¾” Phillips head self-drilling screws
(Fig.15A) into the locking plates (Fig.15B) to attach the plates
to the boat railings.
Fig.15
G. Reinsert the stanchions into their locking plates (Fig.16).
Fig.16
18. With stanchions locked in place at the front of the boat,
install adjustable tie-down straps as follows:
Fig.17
A
B
boat
railing
Fig.18
A. If necessary, clip the adjustable buckle end of the
tie-down straps to the saddle on the stanchion (Fig.17A).
B. Pair the other end of the tie-down straps (Fig.18A)
with loose saddles (Fig.18B) then move them towards the
front of the boat. Adjust the tie-down straps for length
if necessary.
C. Using a non-permanent marker, mark the location of
the saddles’ mounting holes.
A
buckle
stanchion
saddle
A
B
boat railing
A
boat railing
stanchion

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tie-down clip
saddle
Fig.19
F. Attach the tie-down straps’ clips to the saddles (Fig.18).
G. Pull downward on each tie-down’s adjustment buckle
until the fly extension is taut and does not sag.
D. Separate the loose saddles from the tie-down
clips (Fig.19).
E. Align the saddles’ mounting holes with their previously
marked (step C) locations, then install two ¼”-10 x ¾”
Phillips head self-drilling screws (Fig.19A) to secure
the saddles.
A
Reverse (rear) Fly Extension
When using a high speed mesh top, the fly extension
can also be reversed, passing underneath the mesh
top, to provide additional protection from undesirable
weather conditions.
While the reversed fly extension position can be obtained
with any Lippert bimini top with a zippered front pocket, its
true benefit is best experienced in combination with a high
speed mesh top.
The installation of the reversed fly extension position is
performed in the same manner as outlined for the front,
except the fabric is placed underneath the bimini top
and secured to the rear rails with locking plates for the
stanchions and saddles for the tie-down straps.
1. With the y extension already installed and the bimini top
frame and canopy fully extended—see Front Fly Extension
procedure—unfasten the adjustable tie-down straps from
their front-railing saddles and release the stanchions from
their front-railing locking plates.
2. Walk the stanchions to the rear of the boat, passing the
y extension underneath the extended canopy.
3. Follow steps 17 and 18 of the Front Fly Extension
section to install rear locking plates and tie-down strap
saddles, except as follows:
A. Place the locking plates as far rearward on the top rails
towards the rear of the boat without interfering with any
obstructions, e.g., doors, furniture.
B. The stanchions should be positioned at a forward
angle—towards the rear of the boat—so when the locking
plates are installed a forward and downward tension will
be applied to the fly extension.

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Operation
Front Fly Extension
1. If necessary, open the bimini top to its fully-
opened position.
NOTE: Do NOT fully open the QC bimini system without
the canvas top installed or failure of the system will result.
2. Extend the y extension forward, towards the front of the
boat as follows:
A. Unzip the front storage bimini pocket and unfurl the fly
extension to release the stanchions.
B. Grasp the stanchions and walk the fly extension
towards the front of the boat.
C. Insert each stanchion in its respective locking plate.
D. Extend and clip each stanchion’s tie-down strap onto
its respective saddle.
E. Pull tie-down straps taut to ensure proper forward
installation of the fly extension.
DO NOT EXCEED 15 MPH WHEN FLY EXTENSION IS
DEPLOYED. EXCEEDING MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT
WITH FLY EXTENSION DEPLOYED CAN CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE EXTENSION AND VOID PRODUCT
WARRANTY.
Reverse (rear) Fly Extension
With the bimini top fully opened and the fly extension
mounted forward, reverse the bimini top as follows:
1. Loosen tie-down straps and unclip them from
their saddles.
2. Remove the stanchions from their locking plates.
3. Grasp the stanchions and walk the y extension towards
the rear of the boat, under the opened bimini top.
4. Insert each stanchion in its respective locking plate.
5. Extend and clip each stanchion’s tie-down strap onto its
respective saddle.
6. Pull tie-down straps taut to ensure proper reverse
installation of the y extension.
Storage
Store the fly extension as follows:
1. Unzip the front storage bimini pocket.
2. Loosen tie-down straps and unclip them from
their saddles.
3. Remove the stanchions from their locking plates.
4. Fold the stanchions and tie-down straps into the y
extension material then roll the y extension material
towards the front storage pocket of the bimini top.
5. Tuck the rolled-up material into the storage pocket and
zip closed.

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Troubleshooting
What is happening?What is happening? Why?Why? What should be done?What should be done?
Fly extension stanchions do not
reach the locking plates.
Fly extension not fully extended. Fully extend fly extension.
Bimini top not fully extended. Fully extend bimini top.
Locking plates mounted too far away. Relocate locking plates.
Stanchions do not lock in-place.
Bad locking button. Contact Lippert.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 432-LIPPERT (432-547-7378)
Tie-down strap does not reach the
saddle.
Saddle mounted too far away. Relocate saddle.
Tie-down strap not extended enough. Adjust tie-down strap buckle to increase
strap length.
Tie-down strap clip does not close
on saddle or stanchion.
Bad spring clip. Replace tie-down strap.
Maintenance
Fabric Care
The fly extension can be cleaned while installed on the
boat or separately when removed.
NOTE: It is good practice to clean the fly extension at the
same time when cleaning the bimini top.
Use clear water to consistently hose off the fly extension
fabric during the boating season.
When necessary, a deeper clean of the fly extension fabric
can be done as follows:
1. If necessary, remove the protective boot, fully extend
the bimini top and attach the y extension to the front of
the boat.
2. If the top and extension was stored wet, allow the boot,
top and extension fabric to dry.
3. Remove any loose dirt and debris from all fabric.
4. Hose down the top, extension and boot fabric with
clear water.
5. Prepare a mixture of ¼ cup of mild dish soap and ve
gallons of warm water.
NOTE: Do NOT use harsh detergents.
6. Use a soft bristle brush to apply the soapy water to the
fabric to remove stains and embedded dirt.
7. Allow the solution time to soak completely into the fabric.
8. Hose o󰀨 the top, extension and boot fabric with fresh,
clear water. Repeat rinse if necessary.
9. Allow bimini top, y extension and boot to dry before
storing the extension, closing the top and installing the
protective boot.
If cleaning the fly extension separately:
A. Unzip the extension fabric from the bimini top.
B. Slide the extension fabric to one side of the front tube
so the two sections of the tube can be separated.
C. Completely remove the fabric from the tube.
DO NOT MACHINE WASH OR MACHINE DRY THE
EXTENSION FABRIC OR DAMAGE TO THE FABRIC
CAN RESULT. HAND WASH AND LINE DRY FABRIC
ONLY.
D. Hand-wash the fabric by following the same, previous
procedure for cleaning the open bimini top and extension.
NOTE: Do NOT machine wash or machine dry the
extension fabric. Hand wash and line dry only.

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to distribute individual parts.
All manual information is subject to change without
notice. Revised editions will be available for free
download at lippert.com. Manual information is
considered factual until made obsolete by a revised
version.
Please recycle all obsolete materials and contact
Lippert with concerns or questions.
Notes