PupGear Original doggydocks User manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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Original doggydocks®Jumbo doggydocks®
Installing Stabilizer Bars:
Fold the doggydocks until the
middle hinge is visible.
Place the round dowel in
the fold of the second hinge.
Straighten out the doggydocks
and center stabilizer bars with
hinge. Press firmly to make sure
board is locked.
3/8”
Folding doggydocks®
doggydocks® Models
Screw Eye Hook
to side of board
Adjust length of rope
for proper float angle.
Floatation Buoys
For Jumbo doggydocks®
Stabilizer Bars
(For Folding Model
and Extension Kit)
Installation Steps
1. Install Mounting Kit on Dock, Boat or Swim Platform.
2.
Place Snapbag on Underside of doggydocks.
(See Instructions Page 2)
Place Dowel and stabilizers bars on folding models.
3. Attach Extension Kit using Stabilizer Bars and Supplied Screws.
4. Install Eye Screws to Side of the doggydocks Board.
5.
Use stabilizer bars to join
doggydocks and
extension piece. Install
screws in pre-drilled
holes.
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doggydocks®
Extension
See page 3 for proper
attachment
Snapbag™
for All Models
3/8” Dowel for
Folding Model-Place
Inside Second Hinge
NOTE:
Stabilizer Bars Do Not Float!
We recommend securing
with a strap when in use.

Setting up doggydocks® for the First Time
The angle of the doggydocks is
determined by the distance from the
surface of the dock to the surface of
the water. The greater the distance
above the surface, the greater the
angle.
For optimal functionality the desired
angle for the doggydocks should be
at a 15' angle so that your dog does
not have to try to "climb out". The doggydocks is designed to
simulate a shoreline slope, not a steep embankment.
The ability for the angle to fluctuate and still allow dogs to walk up,
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If the doggydocks becomes to steep while your dog is moving and
you have tried the floatation in several positions, check the distance
between the top of the mounting location and the water line. If your
have a dog over 55 Ibs. and the distance is greater than 24", you may
need an "Extension Kit", available at www.pupgearcorporation.com.
Never leave your dog unsupervised in or around water. doggydocks
are not intended for use by humans, live stock or wildlife.
doggydocks are not intended as a personal floatation device or a life
saving device for your dog.
doggydocks should always be used under adult supervision.
PupGear strongly recommends that the doggydocks be removed
from the water when not in use.
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Caution:
Dog Weight in Pounds:
5 -10 Position the bag closer to the mounting location
10-30 the bag in the middle
30-65 one or two snaps closer to the end
65-85 approximately 12" from the end
Position
Position
Position
NOTE:
Allow for 15% additional weight when dog is wet.
Adjusting the doggydocks Floatation Angle:
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The angle of the doggydocks® is determined by the height of the
swim step, dock or pool side above the surface of the water and the
positioning of the floatation SnapBag . The ideal slope angle is 15'
so that your dog does not have to try to of the water.
The doggydocks is designed to simulate on a gentle
shoreline slope, not a steep embankment.
"climb out"
"walking out"
If your dog is approximately 55 Ibs and the doggydocks becomes to
steep while your dog is using it, check to see if the distance between
the mounting location and the water surface is not greater than 18". If
so you may need a
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1. Insert foam blocks into the Snapbag
2. Attach Snapbag
Note: The Snapbag is adjustable to ensure proper “floatation angle"
depending on the weight of the dog and the height of the mounting
platform.
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doggydocks® Extension Kit.
Step 1: Attaching the Snapbag
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This will require testing due to the floatation properties that
differ between salt water and fresh water and the
height variance of your mounting location.
You can also adjust the "floatation" by adding or removing
the foam blocks in the Snapbag .
Step 2 Placing the doggydocks in the water
Checking and adjusting the floatation angle
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Place the doggydocks in the water by flipping it over so
that the carpeted side is down and the Snapbag is up.
Carefully slide the doggydocks into the water.
Adjust the Snapbag'" (see instructions to the right) so
that the end of the doggydocks is approximate 6" to 10"
below the surface. This is so your dog can easily access
the doggydocks by walking onto the doggydocks, not
climbing.
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Step 3:
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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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Proper Support:
The hinge is designed to
allow it to move up or down. It is not
designed to carry weight. Place
doggydocks so hinge is directly over
edge of dock as illustrated.
doggydocks®
Note:
The hinge must be supported during use. Misuse will void warranty.
Swivel Cleat Installation
Instructions
Diagram 1.
Securing doggydocks®
1. Place the swivel cleat in the closed position.
2. Set doggydocks cleat cut out over swivel cleat.
3. Loosen wing nut and swivel the top part turn 180
degrees.
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IMPORTANT:
Note:
Before installing the mounting assembly base, make
certain that the ¼” x 2.5” bolt and lock washer is seated
properly or the thumbscrew will not tighten properly.
Depending on the type of surface installing on it may be
necessary to use different bolts types.
Quick Release Mounting Kit Instructions
Installing Hardware
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doggydocks™ of mounting surface.
Drill (2) holes into the doggydocks® as shown in diagram 2
Mark platform through the holes.
Drill ¼” holes in mounting surface.
Screw insert flush into dock or platform.
Line up with the edge
drilled
Line up holes.7.
Diagram 2. Diagram 3.

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PupGear Warranties and Return Policy
PupGear Warranties and Return Policy
INSTALLATION
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Warranties
Product Support
Return Policy
Product Disclaimer
PupGear Corporation guarantees their products for a period of one year against defects in material and
workmanship; during the warranty period, we will send the customer replacement parts or the customer can
return the product directly to us for repairs or replacement. Improper use or installing the product in a method
not approved by PupGear will void the product warranty.
PupGear is committed to customer satisfaction. If a customer is having a problem using the doggydocks and
needs assistance, we offer customer support 7 days a week. Weekday our number is 702.547.3587
On weekends please text your questions to 408.373.2277 and we will respond as soon as possible. You may also
email
Products must be returned in unused condition, in the original carton, within 10 days of receipt of delivery. A
20% restocking fee may be applied.
Before returning merchandise, customer must request a return authorization. he option to request a return will
only display if a customer signs in with the user name and password used when making a purchase on our
website.
Cancellations are subject to a 10% service charge if order is cancelled after 24 hours.
PupGear Corporation, their dealers, retailers, and distributors are not responsible for any use or misuse of
products other than the stated and intended use.
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