Shadowspec UNITY Octagon Duo User manual

MULTI CANOPY CANTILEVER UMBRELLA
SHADOWSPEC UNITY™
OWNERS MANUAL
Installation, Operation, Care and Warranty
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SHADOWLIFT™SHADOWLOCK™SHADOWGLIDE™SHADOWHUB
P01/22

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CONTENTS Page
SECTION 1 - WARRANTY 4
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SECTION 2 - UMBRELLA CARE AND MAINTENANCE 5
SECTION 3 - ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 6
STAGE 1  6
STAGE 2 Naming and Checking Your Umbrella Parts 7
STAGE 3  8
Option 1 - Freestanding Base 8
Option 2 - In-Ground Anchor 9
Option 3 - Surface Plate 10
Option 4 - Wall Base Bracket 12
STAGE 4  13
Stage 4A - Assembly of Your Umbrella(s) 13
Stage 4B - Mounting Your Umbrella(s) 14
Stage 4C - Fabric Canopy Installation 16
STAGE 5  17
SECTION 4 - ACCESSORIES 18
4A - LED Lights 18

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SECTION 1 – WARRANTY
THE SHADOWSPEC WARRANTY:
Shadowspec guarantees that Shadowspec Unity Umbrellas that are installed in accordance with our guidelines will be
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PLEASE NOTE:
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ageing and fading.
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are caused by the manufacturing process.
• Damage by a third party.
• Repair by a third party.
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
Shadowspec or the component manufacturer in undertaking repairs or replacement under this warranty.



purchased your Unity from.
6 YEAR Frame
Warranty
Fabric
Warranty
10 YEAR
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SECTION 2 – UMBRELLA CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The following points will assist in keeping it looking smart and clean while also ensuring its ongoing performance and
reliability.
• 

• 
• 

• 

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
based spray.
• 

Tips: 1. Keep your toolkit stored in a safe place for future maintenance.
2. For commercial applications, contact us for our preventative maintenance guides.
FABRIC CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

Shadowspec Fabric Canopies should be cleaned on a regular basis so dirt isn’t allowed to build-up and become







restore the repellency.



For full manufacturers recommendations regarding care of our Canopy Fabrics, visit www.sunbrella.com for detailed care
instructions.


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PRODUCT REGISTRATION

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SECTION 3 - ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
STAGE 1 UMBRELLA LOCATION
PLANNING YOUR UMBRELLA LOCATION:

1. 
 
“Sun position and path” by siranet.
 

NOTE: For assistance with orientang your umbrella correctly, see conguraon details in Figure 1 below.
7.0m or 8.0m
23’0’’ or 26’3’’

3.5m or 4.0m
11’6’’ or 13’2’’

2.5m or 3.0m
8’2’’ or 9’10’’
  
5.0m or 6.0m
16’5’’ or 19’8’’
Figure 1 - Unity Umbrella Congurations and Key Dimensions


*Freestanding Base installations will add 165mm to these measurements. Adding Freestanding Base wheels also will add a further 45-80mm/2-3’’. All sizings are +/- 2.5mm / 3/32’’ and subject to change without notice.
Diagram Legend 2.5m 8'2'' 3.0m 9'10'' 3.5m 11'6'' 4.0m 13'2''
AGround to central Frame hub when closed* 870mm 2'10'' 623mm 2'1'' 1096mm 3'7'' 848mm 2'9''
BHeight of umbrella to top cap of Mast* 2916mm 9'7'' 2916mm 9'7'' 2916mm 9'7'' 2916mm 9'7''
CGround to lower outer edge of Canopy* 2235mm 7'4'' 2232mm 7'4'' 2249mm 7'5'' 2190mm 7'2''
DCentre of Mast to outside edge of Canopy 2665mm 8'9'' 2993mm 9'10'' 3500mm 11'6'' 4000mm 13'2''
E Diagonal from centre of Mast to corner 3639mm 11'11'' 4101mm 13'6'' 3473mm 11'5'' 3950mm 13'0''
FTotal height to top of Canopy* 2905mm 9'6'' 2830mm 9'3'' 2985mm 9'10'' 2908mm 9'7''
GGround to central Frame hub when open* 2163mm 7'1'' 2084mm 6'10'' 2239mm 7'4'' 2162mm 7'1''
D/ED/E
F CG
A
B
E
D
E
D
NOTE: For the Unity Duo, Trio and Quattro the gap between adjoining umbrellas is 150mm / 6”
5.0m or 6.0m
16’5’’ or 19’8’’
5.0m or 6.0m
16’5’’ or 19’8’’

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STAGE 2 NAMING AND CHECKING YOUR UMBRELLA PARTS
Figure 2 - Unity Umbrella Parts
Figure 3 - Additional Frame Parts

assembly. If any parts are missing please contact [email protected]
You will need to refer back to this page so why not earmark it for quick reference whilst you’re assembling your umbrella.
Also Included with Umbrella:
• Hex Key Set
• No. 17 Ring Spanner

Fabric Canopy
Top Cap

Gas Spring
Through-Spar
Securing
Point


Channel


Unity Spigot
Top Catch
Top Cap

Gas Spring
Top Catch
Carriage
Through-Spar



Unity Spigot

Gas
Spring
Through-Spar
Upper Rib







Through-Spar
Carriage





Rib Tip with Canopy screws




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STAGE 3 INSTALLATION OF YOUR UMBRELLA MOUNT
W

Step 1  Figure 5.
Step 2 
Step 3 
Note: 
  
 Figure 4.
FREESTANDING BASE

• 
• 
•  Figure 6 of included components
• 

•    
Step 1 
Step 2 
 Figure 6.5.
Step 3 
Step 4 
 
Step 5 
Step 6 
Step 7 
Step 8 Stage 4.
Figure 4 - Square and Octagonal Frame Orientation
 Octagon Umbrella

Screw

Unity Spigot
Unity 
Figure 5 - Location of Security Locking Screw
1. 2.
Screw
Carriage

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

• Wheelbarrow and Spade.
• 
• Spare wooden planks or other bracing materials
• 
Step 1 
Step 2 
  Figure 8.
Step 3  Figure 7.
Step 4 
Step 5  
 Figure 7.3  
 Figure 1 and Figure 8
Warning: 
Step 6 
DO NOT Figure 7.
Step 7 
Step 8 
Step 9 Stage 4.
Figure 7 - In-Ground Anchor
1. 2. 3.

Screws
Unity Spigot



Note:
Figure 6 - Freestanding Base Parts
1. 2.
3. 4.
5. 


Unity Spigot


Unity Spigot
Unity Screws*
*
Serenity Screws*

Nuts
Threaded Feet

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SURFACE PLATE

• 
• 
For installing to a wooden deck you will require:
• 
Or, for installing to a concrete slab you will require:
• 
Step 1 Figure 1 and
Figure 8 
Warning: 
Step 2   
umbrella see Figure 9.
Step 3 
Step 4 
Step 5 
a.  
   Figure 10.
b.  Figure 11.
c. It’s also recommended to use washers to space the plate on the decking to allow water to
escape to minimise water damage to the deck.
Figure 9 - Surface Plate
1. 2. 3.
Surface Plate
Unity Spigot
Surface Plate


Figure 8 - In-Ground Anchor Installation, Mast Orientation and Suggested Specications


Unity Spigot
1. Mast Orientation for Square Canopies

Flare out
2. Mast Orientation for Octagon Canopies
Unity Spigot
Unity Spigot


CanopyCanopy
Canopy
Canopy
Canopy
Canopy



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Figure 11 - Securing Surface Plate to Concrete Slab (suggestion only)



holes in the Surface Plate.
Unity Spigot


Edge of slab

Spigot and Surface
Plate Mount


Step 6 
 
Step 7 Use your bolts to secure the Surface Plate and Spigot to the chosen spot.
Step 8 Stage 4.
Figure 10 - Securing Surface Plate to Wooden Deck (suggestion only)
Surface Plate
Washer between Surface
Plate and decking





Spigot and Surface
Plate

right through and fastened with a
washer and locknut


Unity Spigot

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WALL BASE BRACKET

• 
• 
• 
• 
 Figure 12 
Step 1 Choose your site carefully.
Step 2 
 
Step 3 
Step 4  
  Figure 12.
Step 5 
Step 6 Drill holes ensuring that they are parallel to each other wall.
Step 7 Stage 4.
Figure 12 - Wall Base Bracket
1. 2. 3. 4.
Figure 8
Unity Spigot



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STAGE 4 ASSEMBLING AND MOUNTING YOUR UMBRELLA(S)





parts and lay them out.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• Your umbrella Fabric Canopies
NOTE: Remember to install the Spigot on your chosen mounting option before proceeding.
Figure 13 - Carriage and Rotation Lock Lever Assembly
Unity Spigot
Unity

Carriage

1. Mast Orientation for Square Canopies
2. Mast Orientation for Octagon Canopies
Unity Spigot
Unity Spigot


CanopyCanopy
Canopy
Canopy
Canopy
Canopy
Step 1 
- see Figure 13.
Note:  Figure 4
Step 2  
 
Step 3 
 
Step 4 
Note: 
Step 5 Figure 14 
Step 6 
Note: 





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Figure 15 - Temporary Installation Position
No screw
at top
Top Catch
Step 7 
Step 8 
Step 9 
Note: 
Step 10 
Step 11 
Step 12 
Figure 14 - Top Pivot Block

Top Cap




Unity 

and Screws
YOUR UMBRELLA
Step 13 
Step 14  
 
Note: Remember to lightly grease the spigot with the supplied grease.

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Figure 16 - Mounting Additional Frame(s)

with screws

 


with screws
Step 15 
Step 16 
 
Note:
Tip: Figure 5  
  
fall down into place - 
Step 17 
 Figure 16.
Step 18 Step 9
Step 19  
 
Tip: 
Step 20 Figure 15. This is a temporary
 
Figure 17 - Shadowlift - Gas Spring Installation
Top Eyelet




of Gas Spring
NOTE: 
 
downwards.

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FABRIC CANOPY INSTALLATION:
Step 1 
 
Step 2 
Step 3 
in place.
Note: 
Step 4 
securing the canopy.
Step 5  
 Step 3.
Step 6 Figure 18 for
 
Step 7 
TIP: 
Figure 18 - Top Catch Permanent Operational Position


Top Catch




Note: 
 
 
Tip: 
 
 Figure 18 
Step 21 
 
Tip: Figure 16.
Step 22 
Spring.
Note: 
  
Step 23 
Step 24  Figure 18.
Note:
Step 25 
Step 26 

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STAGE 5 OPERATING YOUR UMBRELLA


Step 1 
 
See Figure 19.
TIP:   
Step 2  
 
 
Step 3 
it secure when not in use.
TIP:   
when your umbrella is not in use.
Contact us if you would like to purchase a Protecon Cover.
Figure 19 - Operating Your Umbrella
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Click!
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

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
See Figure 21.
Please go to www.shadowspec.com/smart-baery

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Figure 21 - SS-1 Smart Battery Kit - What is Included
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


Figure 20 - LED Light Specications
SECTION 4 – ACCESSORIES
LED LIGHTS
- See Figure
20.
®makes for





assistance 
Input voltage: 9V
Power consumption: 900mW
2.1mm DC Connector (Tip + / Ring -)
Colour: Cold White – 6500K

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Figure 22 - Plugging in the SS-1 Smart Battery
POSITIONING AND CONNECTING THE SMART BATTERY
Step 1 
Step 2 
Step 3 Smart
 
Step 4  back to release
the hooks from the key-slots. See Figure 22.
NOTE: Please contact us if you would like to purchase an optional Smart Battery and Charger(s).
RECHARGEABLE SMART BATTERY CARE AND RULES FOR USE
• 
• 
• 

• 
on your umbrella when not in use.
• 

• 
• 
This product is subject to Equipotenal Bonding compliance in accordance with the
Australian/New Zealand Standards (AS/NZS 3000: 2018 Electrical Installaons)
otherwise known as the Wiring Rules and the USA code, NFPA 70, Naonal Electrical
Code (NEC) – 2020 edion - Arcle 680. If this product is installed within arms reach
(NZ/AU*) or 5’ (USA*) of a body of water including spa, swim spa or pool, then
Equipotenal Bonding MUST be performed by a licensed electrical person prior to the
product being used. This is a mandatory requirement. As the purchaser of this product,
you are responsible for ensuring compliance with this requirement at your own expense.
* Please verify the minimum distance required as spulated by your specific regional regulaons outside NZ/AU/USA

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AUSTRALIA
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