Taco Marine SHADEFIN T10-3000-5 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
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AVAILABLE MOUNTING OPTIONS
• Fixed Rod Holder Mount, T10-3000-5
• Adjustable Rod Holder Mount, T10-3000-6
• Gunnel Rod Holder Adapter, T10-3000-12
• Adjustable Clamp-On Mount, fits 3/4”, 1” pipe & 1-1/4” tube, T10-3000-7
• Telescopic Rod Holder Accessory, T10-3000-9
• Hardtop Mount Bracket, T10-3000-10
• Fixed Clamp-On Mount, fits 3/4”, 1” pipe & 1-1/4” tube, T10-3000-11
• Gunnel Rod Holder Adapter, 1-1/2” O.D. X 13.5” L, T10-3000-12
• Grand Slam 170 Outrigger Mount, GS-170
• Grand Slam 170-2 Center Rigger Mount, GS-170-2
PATENT NO. 10,604,214; 11,220,312
This manual is specifically for the REV A version of ShadeFin, which features
mushroom pull pin release buttons (Figure B, page 11). If your ShadeFin
features push buttons instead of pull pins, please refer to the manual titled:
SHADEFIN MANUAL REV B – PUSH BUTTON on tacomarine.com.

Thank you for purchasing ShadeFin by TACO Marine. Since 1959, we have taken great pride
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products 100 percent. Please visit our website tacomarine.com for more detailed information
on a wide variety of products and to register your new accessory for warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Instructions
ShadeFin Diagram
Fixed Rod Holder Mount
Gunnel Rod Holder Adapter
Fixed Clamp-On Mount
Adjustable Clamp-On Mount
Adjustable Rod Holder Mount
Grand Slam 170 Outrigger Mount
Grand Slam 170-2 Center Rigger Mount
Operation, Maintenance, Cleaning & Stowage
Operation & Deployment
Replacing the Fabric
Cleaning & Fabric Care
Fabric Technical Information
Stowage
Warning
Social Media
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SHADEFIN
SHADEFIN DIAGRAM

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FIXED ROD HOLDER MOUNT INSTALLATION
T10-3000-5
1) To use this mount in a T-top rod holder, first check to ensure
the rod holder is firmly welded in place.
2) Unscrew the Locking Knob from the mount and set aside.
3) Ensure the plastic sleeve (sliding wedge) is on the mount
leg with the thinner, beveled end toward the gimbal butt
end.
4) Slide the Fixed Rod Holder Mount butt end into the rod
holder. The threads on the butt end should align on either
side of the rod holder pin. Ensure the threads extend
through the butt of the rod holder.
5) Adjust the plastic sleeve of the mount so it is securely
tucked into the rod holder. (This helps eliminate mount
movement.)
6) Re-install the bottom Locking Knob until it is securely in
place. There should not be any wiggle room for the mount
to move.
NOTE: To install this mount in a gunnel rod holder, please
read the section titled SHADEFIN GUNNEL ROD HOLDER
ADAPTER T10-3000-12.
7) You are now ready to attach the ShadeFin to the Fixed Rod
Holder Mount.
8) Begin by depressing the locking pin on the ShadeFin
mounting post.
9) With the locking pin depressed, slide the mounting post into
the open end of the Fixed Rod Holder Mount. The alignment
pin on the mounting post will guide it into the correct
position [Figure A].
10) Verify the locking pin pops through the locking hole on the
Fixed Rod Holder Mount [Figure A].
11) You are now ready to open and enjoy your ShadeFin.
Continue to the section titled “Operation & Deployment” on
page 10.
Alignment Pin
Locking Pin
FIGURE A
The Fixed Rod Holder Mount fits into any standard rod holder or into a gunnel rod holder
with an adapter (T10-3000-12, included in the kit), or into the Telescopic Rod Holder Ac-
cessory (T10-3000-9, sold separately, see below).
TELESCOPIC ROD HOLDER ACCESSORY
To use ShadeFin with the Telescopic Rod Holder Accessory, please follow the step-by-step
instructions found with the sold-separately accessory. You can also find these instructions
online at tacomarine.com.
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1. Install the Gunnel Rod Holder Adaptor into the gunnel rod holder. Please note: there
are two possible positions based on if you want the ShadeFin® to face fore and aft or
perpendicular to the gunnel.
2. Verify that the Adaptor is firmly seated in the locking pin in the base of the gunnel rod
holder.
3. Slide the ShadeFin® Fixed or Adjustable Rod Holder Mount into the Adaptor and lightly
twist to allow it to engage in the locking pin in the Adaptor.
4. Install the ShadeFin® into the Fixed or Adjustable Rod Holder Mount.
5. Please follow the instructions included with your ShadeFin® for proper operation and
deployment.
Do not insert the Fixed
or Adjustable Rod
Holder Mount into a
Gunnel Rod Holder
WITHOUT the Gunnel
Rod Holder Adapter!
Learn more at
tacomarine.com.
Only use the mounts
on leaning post rod
holders if you can
attach the bottom
Locking Knob.
WARNING: Do not install the ShadeFin® Fixed or Adjustable Rod Holder Mount into a
gunnel rod holder without the use of the supplied Gunnel Rod Holder Adaptor. This will
damage the threads and void the warranty.
GUNNEL ROD HOLDER ADAPTER INSTALLATION
T10-3000-12

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GUNNEL ROD HOLDER ADAPTER INSTALLATION CON’T
T10-3000-12
CORRECT GUNNEL ROD HOLDER INSTALLATION WITH ADAPTER
INCORRECT GUNNEL ROD HOLDER INSTALLATION WITHOUT ADAPTER
Gunnel
Mount Adaptor Tube
Installation of the mount
without the adaptor tube in a
gunnel installation will damage
the threads and void warranty
Gunnel
Gunnel
Mount Adapter Tube

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FIXED & ADJUSTABLE CLAMP-ON MOUNTS
1) Marking the Location – Please reference the drawings on
the following pages for the Fixed and Adjustable Clamp-On
Mounts.
NOTE – Before marking an installation location, ensure
there are no electrical wires inside the pipe or tube.
• Unbolt the assembled mount after removing it from its
package.
• Install your ShadeFin into the unit.
• Have someone help you position the lower cap mount
Alignment Pin
Locking Pin
FIGURE A
At TACO Marine, we always encourage the use of safety glasses and gloves when working
on the installation of these products.
Required*
*not included
•HAND DRILL
•1/4” DRILL BIT
•LIGHT MACHINE GREASE
•LIGHT MACHINE OIL
•3/16” ALLEN WRENCH/BIT
•TORQUE WRENCH
•PERMANENT MARKER
PLEASE NOTE: These mounts are designed to fit:
• 3/4” and 1” schedule-40 pipe
• 1-1/4” Outside Diameter (OD) tube
Glossary of Terms:
• Center Punch – to make a small hole in something as a
guide for a drill, using a tool with a conical point that is
used to make indentations in metal.
• Deburr – to neaten and smooth the rough edges.
• Wandering/Moving – drill bit moving away from the
desired location.
T10-3000-7 T10-3000-11
Follow the steps below for installing both the Fixed and Adjustable Clamp-On
Mounts. For any questions or to contact our Technical Support Team, please visit
tacomarine.com/technical-support.
with the ANTI-ROTATION PIN to the exact location you want the angle of the ShadeFin.
• After finding the location you want to mount the ShadeFin, mark the point of contact of
the ANTI-ROTATION PIN in the lower cap (see page 8) on the T-top tube/tower pipe with
a permanent marker.
• Remove both the ShadeFin and Clamp-On Mount from the T-top tube/tower pipe.
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FIXED & ADJUSTABLE CLAMP-ON MOUNTS
2) Drill and Prepare the Rotation/Set Pin Hole
IMPORTANT – Before drilling, ensure there are no electrical wires inside the pipe or tube.
• It is best to “center-punch” the mark prior to drilling the 1/4” hole.
• This will help keep the drill bit from “wandering/moving” when beginning to drill.
• Apply grease to the tip of a 1/4” metal drill bit.
• After center-punching the marked location, carefully and squarely drill a hole through
only one wall of the T-top/tower piping.
• Deburr the drilled hole.
• Wipe o any excess grease and metal chips from the area and parts.
3) Install the Fixed or Adjustable Clamp-On Mount
• Remove the ShadeFin from the Clamp-On Mount prior to installing the mount onto the
T-top tube/tower pipe.
• Position the ANTI-ROTATION PIN, which is fixed into the lower cap, into the drilled hole.
• Install the upper support tube (see page 8) down onto the other side of the pipe with the
drain hole facing down to the deck.
• Using a light oil or grease on the threads of the fasteners, install all four and proceed to
evenly hand-tighten the fasteners.
** Do not over tighten or the aluminum threads may strip. **
• We recommend using a torque wrench set to:
• 3 foot-pounds (lubricated threads) or
• 4 foot-pounds (dry threads)
• Re-check the torque of the fasteners after 24 hours, as the Clamp-On Mounts may settle
into the T-top tube/tower pipe.
4) Attaching the ShadeFin (once the Fixed or Adjustable Clamp-On Mount is secured)
• With the locking pin depressed, slide the mounting post into the open end of the Fixed or
Adjustable Clamp-On Mount. The alignment pin on the mounting post will guide it into the
correct position [Figure A].
• Verify the locking pin pops through the locking hole on the Mount [Figure A].
• If you’re using the Fixed Clamp-On Mount, you are now ready to open and enjoy your
ShadeFin. Continue to the section titled “Operation & Deployment” on page 9.
• If you’re using the Adjustable Clamp-On Mount, continue to step 5.
5) Setting the ShadeFin Angle with the Adjustable Clamp-On Mount
• To adjust the upward and downward angle of the ShadeFin, slowly loosen the Sure-Grip
Knob on the top of the mount. Do this while maintaining one hand firmly on the long,
bottom, aluminum plate of the ShadeFin.
• When the ShadeFin begins to move freely up or down, adjust it to your desired position
and tighten the Sure-Grip Knob until it’s firmly in place. There should not be any wiggle
room for the ShadeFin to move up and down.
• You are now ready to open and enjoy your ShadeFin. Continue to the section titled
“Operation & Deployment” on page 10.
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CLAMP-ON MOUNT TECHNICAL DRAWING
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1) To use this mount in a T-top rod holder, first check to
ensure the rod holder is firmly welded in place.
2) Unscrew the bottom Locking Knob from the
mount and set aside.
3) Ensure the plastic sleeve (sliding wedge) is on the
mount leg with the thinner, beveled end toward the
gimbal butt end.
4) Slide the Adjustable Rod Holder Mount butt end into
the rod holder. The threads on the butt end should
align on either side of the rod holder pin. Ensure the
threads extend through the butt of the rod holder.
5) Adjust the plastic sleeve of the mount so it is securely
tucked into the rod holder. (This helps eliminate
mount movement.)
6) Re-install the bottom Locking Knob until it is
securely in place. There should not be any wiggle
room for the mount to move.
NOTE: To install this mount in a gunnel rod holder,
please read the section titled SHADEFIN GUNNEL
ROD HOLDER ADAPTER T10-3000-12.
7) You are now ready to attach the ShadeFin to the
Adjustable Rod Holder Mount.
8) Begin by depressing the locking pin on the ShadeFin
Alignment Pin
Locking Pin
FIGURE A
The Adjustable Rod Holder Mount fits into any standard rod holder or into a gunnel rod
holder with an adapter (T10-3000-12, included in the kit), or into the Telescopic Rod
Holder Accessory (T10-3000-9, sold separately, see page 4).
ADJUSTABLE ROD HOLDER MOUNT INSTALLATION
T10-3000-6
mounting post.
9) With the locking pin depressed, slide the mounting post into the open end of the Adjustable
Rod Holder Mount. The alignment pin on the mounting post will guide it into the correct
position [Figure A].
10) Verify the locking pin pops through the locking hole on the Adjustable Rod Holder Mount
[Figure A].
11) To adjust the upward and downward angle of the ShadeFin, slowly loosen the Sure-Grip Knob
on the top of the mount. Do this while maintaining one hand firmly on the long, bottom,
aluminum plate of the ShadeFin.
12) When the ShadeFin begins to move freely up or down, adjust it to your desired position and
tighten the Sure-Grip Knob until it’s firmly in place. There should not be any wiggle room for
the ShadeFin to move up and down.
13) You are now ready to open and enjoy your ShadeFin. Continue to the section titled “Operation
& Deployment” on page 10.

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GRAND SLAM 170 OUTRIGGER & GRAND SLAM 170-2
CENTER RIGGER MOUNT INSTALLATION
GS-170 & GS-170-2
1) If your GS-170 Outrigger or GS-170-2 Center Rigger Mounts are already installed, please skip
to step 3.
2) If you purchased a GS-170 or GS-170-2 specifically for use with ShadeFin, please follow the
installation instructions included with these products. You can also find the GS-170 and GS-
170-2 installation instructions online at tacomarine.com.
3) The GS-170 and GS-170-2 are designed to accept poles that are 1-1/8” in diameter. The
ShadeFin mounting post is also 1-1/8” in diameter and has the same TACO pin-locking
technology as 1-1/8” diameter poles, which means it’s possible to use it with either of these
mounts.
Note – It may be necessary to remove the alignment pin from the ShadeFin in order to
allow the fit.
4) On both the GS-170 and GS-170-2, the arm of the mounts has a hole where the ShadeFin’s
mounting post locking pin will lock into place. Simply slide the mounting post of the ShadeFin
into the GS-170 or GS-170-2 arm and ensure the pin pops out of the hole, which locks it in
place.
Note - the GS-170 and GS-170-2 do not have the alignment notch found on the other
mounts listed above to steer the pop-out pin automatically.
5) Use the Sure-Grip Knob on the side of the mount to adjust the height of the ShadeFin. On the
GS-170 Outrigger Mount, you can also use the outward rotation lever to change the horizontal
direction of the ShadeFin.
6) Ensure the lifting knob and rotation lever are secure. There should not be any wiggle room for
the ShadeFin to move.
7) You are now ready to open and enjoy your ShadeFin. Continue to the section titled
“Operation & Deployment” on page 10.
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Alignment Pin
Locking Pin
FIGURE A

OPERATION & DEPLOYMENT
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Once ShadeFin is securely attached to its mount, follow these instructions for setup.
FIGURE B
FIGURE C
FIGURE D
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1) To set up your ShadeFin, pull down on one of the front arm
release buttons inside the body while simultaneously pulling out
the front arm on the same side (Figure B). Do not pull the arm to
its fully locked position yet. Repeat this process on the other
side of the ShadeFin.
2) Once both of the front release buttons have been pulled and
the front arms released, pull the shade fabric that is tucked
along the sides of the body out loosely. It is normal for the fabric
to hang loose at this step.
3) Moving to the back of the ShadeFin, grip the ends of the back
arms and pull them straight out to their stopping point in the
housing (Figure D).
NOTE: Ensure arms are fully extended before spreading open.
4) Spread the back arms open. Make sure the arms stay fully
extended.
5) When the back arms are fully open, the root of the arms will
straddle the vertical support posts (Figure C).
6) Return to the front of the ShadeFin.
7) One at a time, pull on either front arm to spread it outboard to its
fully locked position. Both of the front arms should lock into
place. It is normal to apply some pressure to lock the arms. You
will hear and feel a small “click” when the arm engages into the
locked position.
8) Enjoy your ShadeFin!
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REPLACING THE FABRIC
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FIGURE E
FIGURE F
Required*
*not included
•5/32” ALLEN WRENCH
•9/64” ALLEN WRENCH
1) Place the ShadeFin on a wide, flat surface/table with the
aluminum base facing down.
2) Using a 5/32” Allen wrench, completely loosen the four
bolts and mating washers from the top of the molded,
plastic cover. This allows the cover to be removed from the
ShadeFin body.
3) Place the cover, bolts and washers carefully to the side.
4) Note the orientation of the fabric (Figure E).
5) To loosen the fabric from the front arms, hold the round
ferule on the bottom side of the ends of the front arms.
You should be able to use your thumb and forefinger to
hold it tight enough.
6) Remove the Allen head screws using a 9/64” Allen wrench
to release it from the ferule (Figure F).
7) To loosen the fabric from the rear arms, hold the round
ferule on the top side of the ends of the rear arms. You
should be able to use your thumb and forefinger to hold it
tight enough.
8) Remove the Allen head screws using a 9/64” Allen wrench
to release it from the ferule (Figure F).
9) Gently slide the fabric channels through and o the front
arms.
10) Remove the fabrics reinforcement strip and two stainless
steel grommets from the mounting posts at the rear of the
unit.
11) Reverse the process when installing the new fabric, ensuring the fabric arm channels and
reinforcement strip are facing up.
12) Slide the fabric channels over the front arms until the arms are completely through the
channels.
13) Slip the stainless steel grommets in the reinforcement strip over the two plastic cover posts that
were removed in step 1.
14) Reinstall the front arm bolts and ferules using the 9/64” Allen wrench. These ferules go through
the fabric’s stainless steel grommets from underneath. The bolts are secured from the top.
15) Reinstall the rear arm bolts and ferules using the 9/64” Allen wrench. These ferules go through
the fabric’s stainless steel grommets from the top. The bolts are secured from the bottom.
16) Reinstall the cover by aligning the holes with the mounting holes on the ShadeFin.
17) Place the washers in the molded top where the bolts enter.
18) Install and tighten the cover bolts with the 5/32” Allen wrench. Take care not to over-torque the
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CLEANING & FABRIC CARE
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FRAME CLEANING
Clean using only fresh water.
FABRIC CARE
1) Brush o loose dirt.
2) Hose down with fresh water.
3) Prepare a cleaning solution of water and mild soap.
4) Use a soft bristle brush to clean.
5) Rinse thoroughly until all soap residue is removed.
6) Air dry.
FABRIC TECHNICAL INFORMATION
ShadeFin’s fabric is a super high-strength and durable material with long-term color retention
to deliver a truly versatile outdoor fabric for a variety of applications. It is the industry’s most
balanced and cost-eective fabric available for marine covers and tops, awnings or other
outdoor applications that require outstanding durability, higher water repellency and excellent
breathability. For more information on the ShadeFin fabric, visit the Product Knowledge
section on our website tacomarine.com.
Weight – ASTM D3776 (oz/yd): 7.2oz
Width – Selvedge Edge (in): 61-62
Tensile Strength – ASTM D5034 (lbs): WxF 225 x 290
Stretch (percent) – WxF 12 x 20
Spray Rating – AATCC 22 (scale): 100
Hydrostatic Test – AATCC 127 (in): 15
Colorfastness to Light – AATCC 169 (grade 1- 5,
500 accelerated hours): 4-5
Made of 100% SaturaMax for ultra-high UV
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STOWAGE
SHADEFIN®
1) While applying a slight forward pressure to the front arms, pull
down on the locking buttons and allow the front arms to unlock
and swing freely (Figure B).
2) Fold the front two arms together while lifting the fabric up
between them.
3) Slide the back arms forward in the slide track (Figure G).
4) Carefully tuck the fabric into the side and front of the body.
5) Push the front arms into the body until they latch. (The arms will
help hold the fabric in place.)
6) Slide the storage bag over the unit.
7) Depress the mounting post locking pin and retract the ShadeFin
from its mount.
8) Extend the bag to cover the mounting post and slide the zipper
closed.
9) Stow ShadeFin in your desired location onboard or o the boat.
FIGURE B
NOTE: Manufacturer recommends the ShadeFin and fabric are
rinsed with freshwater and dried prior to packing in carry bag.
MOUNTS
• For either the Fixed or Adjustable Rod Holder Mount, these can remain in any T-top rod holder
as long as the bottom Locking Knob is secure. To remove, easily unscrew the Locking Knob,
remove the mount from the rod holder, re-install on the Locking Knob to the mount so it does
not get lost, and stow the mount accordingly.
• For either the Fixed or Adjustable Clamp-On Mount, we recommend these remain in place
once attached to the T-top tower/tube pipe. Please be cautious of the arm of the Clamp-On
Mount when the ShadeFin is not in use. If these mount arms pose any risk to boaters when the
ShadeFin is not in use, please remove and stow following the steps below:
• Unscrew the four fasteners and remove.
• Remove the upper support tube.
• Remove the anti-rotation pin.
• Remove the lower cap.
• Bundle all components together and stow.
• For the GS-170 and GS-170-2 mounts, these are permanently installed to boat tops and we do
not recommend removal when the ShadeFin is not in use.
For any questions on stowing your ShadeFin or ShadeFin Mounts, please contact our
Technical Support team at tacomarine.com/technical-support.
FIGURE G

WARNING
IMPROPER USE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
LOCK ALL MOUNTS AND PINS BEFORE
DEPLOYING SHADEFIN.
MOVING PARTS CAN PRODUCE PINCH POINTS.
KEEP HANDS CLEAR!
REMOVE AND STOW SHADEFIN WHILE BOAT IS
UNDERWAY.
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