SureShade Power Bimini Quick start guide

SURESHADE®TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
SURESHADE®Power Bimini
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL

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INSTALLATION
STEP 1  ACTUATOR
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. 5/32" hex wrench
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Rear strut assembly
B. Actuator
C. 1/4" hex cap screws
Slide the rear strut assembly (A) over actuator rear receiver handle (B). Secure rear strut using 1/4" hex cap screws
(C), tighten with 5/32" hex wrench.
NOTE: Images used in this document are for reference only when assembling, installing and/or operating this product.
Actual appearance of provided and/or purchased parts and assemblies may dier.
REPEAT STEP FOR THE SECOND ASSEMBLY
AB
C

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INSTALLATION
STEP 2  LOCATE RIGHT
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Pencil
PARTS REQUIRED:
B. Rear strut/actuator assembly
Locate the rst rear strut/actuator assembly on to the boat. Proper position is generally determined by locating
the assembly so that when the top is down, the struts are just behind the rear seats. Too far forward and the top
will interfere with rear seating; while too far aft will provide less shade to the front of the boat. When properly
positioned, use a pencil and trace a line across the front of the actuator.
Too far forward of rear seats Too far behind rear seats

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INSTALLATION
STEP 3  DRILL HOLES
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
2. 3/8" drill bit
3. Tape measure
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. None
Put a tape measure on the pencil line made in the previous step. Measure back 1/2" and 16-1/2"
and make marks. Use a drill with a 3/8" bit to drill both holes in the center of the frame.
These holes need to go all of the way through the rear frame tube.
Caution: Some boats have wire run through this tube, drill half way and make sure you are clear of any wires.

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INSTALLATION
STEP 4  RUN WIRE
At this time you will need to run the wire from the actuator to the helm. Each boat is dierent, so the best way will be
determined by you. Here are a few options to help you decide.
1) Inside the boat’s rear frame
2) Along the bottom side of the boat’s rear frame
3) Along the top or side of the boat’s rear frame
Options 1 and 2
Drill a third hole in the top of the boat’s rear frame to accept the actuator wire. For option 1 this new hole will be drilled
half way through the frame, with option 2 this hole will be drilled all of the way through the boat’s frame. Locate this
new hole by looking at where the wire exits the actuator and then transfer this location to the boat’s rear frame and
drill the hole. For option 1, snake the wire through the inside of the rear frame until it exits under the boat. From this
point, run the wire to the underside of the helm and sh it up into the helm. For option 2, run the wire under the top
frame using fastener-mount zip ties (not included) to support the wire, direct entry to the helm from the top frame is
normally possible.
Option 3
Bolt down the actuator as shown in Step 5. Use fastener-mount zip ties (not included) to run the wire along the top or
side of the boat frame and into the helm.

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INSTALLATION
STEP 5  BOLT DOWN
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. 1/2" wrench
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. 5/16" x 1-3/4" bolt
B. 5/16" at washer
Assemble at washer (B) with bolt (A). Then, using a 1/2" wrench, fasten down strut/actuator
assembly (C) to rear frame.
A
A
B
B
C

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INSTALLATION
STEP 6  HBRACKET
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
2. 3/8" drive bit
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Rear strut assembly
B. H-bracket
C. Nylon bushing
D. Self-tapping screw
Position the H-bracket (B) on rear strut assembly (A) such that the bracket is positioned 1/2" minimum behind
the middle strut's H-bracket (towards the rear of the strut) and over a straight, at area of the side railing. The nal
position of the rear strut H-bracket must be such that it does not interfere with the operation of the bimini top
with the boot installed. Use an electric drill with a 3/8" nut-driver bit and the included 1/4" self-tapping screw (D)
to fasten the assembly.
Install both nylon bushings (C) into the pre-drilled holes in H-bracket as shown.
A
B
C
D½" Min.

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INSTALLATION
STEP 7  STANDOFF
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. (2) Phillips screwdrivers
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Stand-o leg
B. 1/4" x 1-1/2" Phillips screw
C. 1/4" Phillips nut
Align pre-drilled holes in stand-o leg (A) with holes in the already installed nylon bushings.
Next, align Phillips screw (B) with Phillips nut (C) and tighten using two Phillips screwdrivers.
Stand-o leg has a slight miter that should angle towards the mitered end of the rear strut assembly.
A
After installation, leg should
angle in this direction.
B
C
REPEAT STEPS 67 FOR THE SECOND ASSEMBLY
NOTICE

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INSTALLATION
STEP 8  LOCATE LEFT
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Pencil
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Rear strut/actuator assembly
B. Center bow
Begin by inserting center bows (B) into the already mounted actuator assembly (C), about an inch for now.
Next, insert the center bows (B) into the other actuator assembly (A) until the Bimini width matches the boat’s
rear frame width until the stand-o legs (D) rests as near the center of the side rail as possible. Now, move
assembly (A) forward and aft until the left actuator is in line with the right actuator. Mark the bows' position and
repeatSteps 3-5.
AC
B
B
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INSTALLATION
STEP 9  WIRE SWITCH
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Wire cutter/stripper
2. Wire crimper
3. Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
4. 1/2" drill bit
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Control switch
B. Breaker
C. Wire terminals
Locate where on the helm you want the control switch and drill 1/2" hole. Trim excess wire length and connect
the white wire from each actuator to one side of the switch (A) and the dark blue wires to the other side
of the switch (A). Connect positive and negative battery leads and breaker (B) as shown using excess wire
trimmedearlier.
A
B
NOTE RED DOT
ON OR NEAR
ONE MOTOR
TERMINAL
3/16" FLAG TERMINAL
FULLY INSULATED (4) REQ'D
DPDT REVERSING TOGGLE SWITCH
PHILMORE #30 - 125
BATTERY
GROUND (-)
BATTERY
POSITIVE (+)
1/4" SPADE TERMINAL
FULLY INSULATED
(4) REQUIRED
#10 INSULATED
RING TERMINAL
(2) REQUIRED
6 AMP SHORT STOP BREAKER
BUSSMAN #121A06-A2M-HD
NOTE: ALL WIRES TO BE 16 GAUGE
NOTE: A helm switch and RF Remote Control are provided, but both do not need to be installed for the system to
operate. If the helm switch and the RF Remote Control are both installed, refer to the wiring diagram in
that section.

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INSTALLATION
STEP 10  FINAL STRUT
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. 5/32" hex wrench
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Front struts
B. Center bow
C. 1/4" hex cap screws
Slide the rst front strut (A1) over actuator receiver handle. Insert center bow (B). Insert second front strut (A2)
over center bow (B) and then over actuator receiver handle. Secure both front struts using 1/4" hex cap screws
(C), tighten with 5/32" hex wrench.
A1 A2
B
C
C
CAUTION: Do not power actuators to the full open position without canvas installed. Damage may occur.

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INSTALLATION
STEP 11  FINAL ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
2. Phillips drill bit
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. #10 x 3/4" self-drilling Phillips screw
Use a cordless or electric drill or screw gun and the #10 self-drilling Phillips screws (A) to fasten all struts and bows
together.
Note that the middle strut assembly gets two screws as shown. Repeat this process for both sides.
Complete the installation by attaching the canvas to the completed framework. The canvas end
with the notch goes on to the rear strut.
A
A
A
A

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OPERATION
HELMMOUNTED CONTROL SWITCH
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. None
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Control switch
B. SureShade Power Bimini
C. Bimini top (canvas)
D. Boot (bimini top)
The SureShade Power Bimini top can be operated in four dierent positions.
Full Open Position
Remove protective boot. Press and hold the switch until motors
turn o—do not release switch until both actuator motors
turno.
Note: Maximum speed limit is 25 MPH.
Vari-pitch Position
Remove protective boot. Press and hold the switch until desired
position is reached, then release switch.
Note: Maximum speed limit is 5 MPH.
Radar Position
Install protective boot. Press and hold the switch until motors turn
o—do not release switch until both actuator motors turn o.
Note: Maximum speed limit is 50 MPH.
Full Down Position
Install protective boot. Press and hold the switch until motors turn
o—do not release switch until both actuator motors turn o.
Note: Maximum speed limit with boot installed is 65 MPH.
Note: Maximum speed limit without boot installed is 5 MPH.

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INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL RF REMOTE CONTROL
STEP 1  RF RECEIVER
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
2. Appropriate drive bit
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. RF receiver
B. Self-drilling wood screw (not supplied)
Select a protected location on the boat to mount the RF receiver (A), usually inside the helm. Use an electric drill
and four wood screws (B) to secure the RF receiver.
Connect the battery and motor wires according to the schematic diagram shown. If a helm-mounted switch is
installed, connect it to the RF receiver as shown in the schematic.
A
B
Override Switch
Battery Ground (-)
Battery Positive (+)
Motor #1 White Wire
Motor #1 Dark Blue Wire
Motor #2 White Wire
Motor #2 Dark Blue Wire
Helm Switch Up
Helm Switch Down
Program Button
Status Light
Mounting Holes 4X
A
NOTE: The RF Remote Control is an optional control, but not required to be installed for the system to operate.

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INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL RF REMOTE CONTROL
STEP 2  WIRE RF RECEIVER
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. None
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Actuator motors
B. RF receiver
C. 6 Amp short stop breaker
D. DPDT reversing toggle switch (if not previously installed)
E. 3/16" insulated ag spade terminal
F. 1/4" insulated spade terminal
G. #10 insulated ring terminal
Connect the battery and motor wires according to the schematic diagram shown. If a helm-mounted switch is
installed, connect it to the RF receiver as shown in the schematic.
NOTE RED DOT
ON OR NEAR
ONE MOTOR
TERMINAL
3/16" FLAG TERMINAL
FULLY INSULATED (4) REQ'D
DPDT REVERSING TOGGLE SWITCH
PHILMORE #30 - 125
BATTERY
POSITIVE (+)
1/4" SPADE TERMINAL
FULLY INSULATED
(3) REQUIRED
#10 INSULATED
RING TERMINAL
(2) REQUIRED
6 AMP SHORT STOP BREAKER
BUSSMAN #121A06-A2M-HD
NOTE: ALL WIRES TO BE 16 GAUGE
BATTERY
GROUND (-)
AUX BAT
STATUS
LIGHT
PROGRAM
BUTTON
OVERRIDE
SWITCH

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OPERATION
OPTIONAL RF REMOTE CONTROL
STEP 1  KEYFOB REMOTE
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. None
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Key-Fob remote
BEFORE OPERATING THE POWER BIMINI TOP,
THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA AROUND THE
ENTIRE BIMINI ASSEMBLY. VERIFY THAT ALL
PASSENGERS ARE IN A SAFE POSITION AND THAT
NOBODY IS IN AN AREA THAT WILL INTERFERE
WITH THE MOTION OF THE BIMINI. SERIOUS INJURY
COULD RESULT.
The up and down motion of the actuator is controlled by the key-fob remote (A). The Open and Close buttons are
latching, meaning once pressed, motion will automatically continue until the commanded position is reached.
While in motion, pressing either button will immediately stop all motion.
Note: Always keep the key-fob remote in your hand and be prepared to stop motion if needed.
After desired position is reached and motion has stopped, slide the Safety Cover up to cover buttons to prevent
any unintended transmissions.
A
Press and release
to Open bimini
Press and release
to Close bimini
Sliding Safety Cover
Transmit LED
Key-Fob Shown in
Storage Position

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OPERATION
Full Open Position
Remove protective boot. Press the Open button on the key-fob
until motion begins and then release. Motion will continue and
motors will automatically turn o.
Note: Maximum speed limit is 25 MPH.
Note: Do not open in excessively high winds.
Vari-pitch Position
Remove protective boot. Press the Open button on the key-fob
until motion begins and then release. When desired position is
reached, press either button to stop motion.
Note: Maximum speed limit is 5 MPH.
Note: Do not open in excessively high winds.
Radar Position
Install protective boot. Press the Open button on the key-fob until
motion begins and then release. Motion will continue and motors
will automatically turn o.
Note: Maximum speed limit is 50 MPH.
Full Down Position
Install protective boot. Press the Close button on the key-fob until
motion begins and then release. Motion will continue and motors
will automatically turn o.
Note: Maximum speed limit with boot installed is 65 MPH.
Note: Maximum speed limit without boot installed is 5 MPH.
OPTIONAL RF REMOTE CONTROL
STEP 2  KEYFOB REMOTE CONTROL
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. None
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Key-Fob remote
B. SureShade Power Bimini
C. Bimini top (canvas)
D. Boot (bimini top)
The SureShade Power Bimini top can be operated in four dierent positions.

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INSTALLATION
SECURING STRAPS
STEP 1  SELFTAPPING MALE SNAPS
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Pencil
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. SureShade Power Bimini
B. Bimini top (canvas)
NOTE: The male snaps with self-tapping screws are provided by the bimini top (canvas) manufacturer. If male
snaps did not come with the canvas, contact the canvas manufacturer.
Install the canvas top onto the power bimini top. The canvas top has securing straps with female snaps located at
the bow port and starboard corners and aft port and starboard corners. Securing straps prevent undo billowing
of the top when installing the boot.
Starting at one canvas corner, tightly pull and wrap the securing strap around the bimini top strut. Mark the
location of the female snap on the strut. Repeat procedure for each securing strap.
Securing Strap
Strut
Canvas Top
Female Snap

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INSTALLATION
Installed
Male Snap
Male Snap with
Self-tapping Screw
Strut
SECURING STRAPS
STEP 2  SELFTAPPING MALE SNAPS
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
2. Appropriate drive bit
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. Male snaps with self-tapping screws
B. SureShade Power Bimini
C. Bimini top (canvas)
NOTE: The male snaps with self-tapping screws are provided by the bimini top (canvas) manufacturer. If male
snaps did not come with the canvas, contact the canvas manufacturer.
Locate the previously marked location for the male snap. Position the self-tapping screw of the male snap over
the mark and use a drill or screw gun to install the male snap into the strut.
Wrap the securing strap around the strut as before then snap the strap in-place. Repeat procedure for each
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MAINTENANCE
MANUAL OVERRIDE
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1. 1-2 people, depending on task.
2. 5/32" hex wrench
3. Zip ties, hook-and-loop strips or rope
PARTS REQUIRED:
A. None
If the power bimini top will not close (retract) a manual override of the power bimini top must be done before
putting the pontoon underway.
Unzip the front pocket of the bimini canvas. Have a second person push forward on the rear frame to relieve
some pressure o the canvas and hold up the rear and middle frames when the canvas is unzipped. Lower the
rear frame and canvas fully down. Use a 5/32" hex wrench to remove the two 1/4" hex cap screws located at the
bottom of the front frame on both sides. Lift the front frame o of the gear handles and place the front frame on
top of the rear frame.
Zip the front canvas pockets over the loose front frame to help hold it in-place. Secure the remainder of the front
frame in-place with zip ties, hook-and-loop strips or with some other type of cordage.
5/32" Hex Wrench
1/4" Hex Cap Screws
Front Frame