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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
Safety ................................................... 2
Resources Required ................................... 2
Parts List ................................................ 3
Installation .............................................. 5
Attaching Secondary Frames to Primary Frames ..... 5
Assembling the Primary and Secondary Bow Tubes .. 6
Mounting the Assembled Frame ....................... 8
Rear (Stern) Support Tubes ......................... 10
Adjustable Front Support Tubes ..................... 11
Canopy Installation .................................. 13
Operation ............................................. 15
Closing the Bimini Top ............................... 15
Opening the Bimini Top .............................. 17
Troubleshooting ...................................... 18
Troubleshooting (continued) ......................... 19
Maintenance .......................................... 20
Storage or Storm Position ........................... 20
Winter Storage ...................................... 20
Fabric Care .......................................... 20
Taylor Made®
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8’ x 8’ Manual Pontoon Bimini Kits8’ x 8’ Manual Pontoon Bimini Kits
Part #Part # DescriptionDescription
88125 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Black
88126 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Gray
88127 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Green
88128 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Navy
88129 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Burgundy
88130 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Beige
88131 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Pacific Blue
8’ x 8’ Manual Bimini Top and Boot - Fabric Only Kits8’ x 8’ Manual Bimini Top and Boot - Fabric Only Kits
Part #Part # DescriptionDescription
88132 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Black
88133 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Gray
88134 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Green
88135 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Navy
88136
8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Burgundy
88137 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Beige
88138
8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Pacific Blue
8’ x 10’ Manual Pontoon Bimini Kits8’ x 10’ Manual Pontoon Bimini Kits
Part #Part # DescriptionDescription
88140 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Black
88141 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Gray
88142 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Green
88143 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Navy
88144 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Burgundy
88145 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Beige
88146 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Bimini Kit - Pacific Blue
Manual Pontoon Aluminum Frame OnlyManual Pontoon Aluminum Frame Only
Part #Part # DescriptionDescription
88139 8’ x 8’ x 1.25” Aluminum Frame Only
88154 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Aluminum Frame Only

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Introduction
Taylor Made pontoon tops are:
• Warranted against fading for three years.
• Partially assembled to greatly simplify the complexity of
setup and reduce the time required to erect.
• Easy to fold back, no tools required.
Additional information about this product and replacement
parts can be obtained from taylormadeproducts.com.
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 differ.
Safety
Read and fully 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.
Resources Required
• 1-2 people, depending on
task
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• #2 Phillips drive bit
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Cordless or electric drill or
screw gun
• ⁄” drill bit
• ⁄” wrench
• Crimping tool
• Tape measure
• Pencil
THE “WARNING” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT A
PROCEDURE HAS A SAFETY RISK INVOLVED AND
MAY CAUSE DEATH, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
OR SEVERE PRODUCT AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
IF NOT PERFORMED SAFELY WITHIN PARAMETERS
SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL.
THE “CAUTION” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT
A PROCEDURE HAS A SAFETY RISK INVOLVED
AND MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF NOT PERFORMED
SAFELY WITHIN PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN
THIS MANUAL.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
PERFORMING SERVICE, MAINTENANCE OR
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES. OTHER SAFETY
EQUIPMENT TO CONSIDER WOULD BE HEARING
PROTECTION, GLOVES AND POSSIBLY A FULL FACE
SHIELD, DEPENDING ON THE NATURE OF THE TASK.
MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH OR CUT. KEEP
CLEAR AND USE CAUTION.
8’ x 10’ Manual Bimini Top and Boot - Fabric Only Kits8’ x 10’ Manual Bimini Top and Boot - Fabric Only Kits
Part #Part # DescriptionDescription
88147 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Black
88148 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Gray
88149 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Green
88150 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Navy
88151 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Burgundy
88152 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Beige
88153 8’ x 10’ x 1.25” Top & Boot - Fabric Only - Pacific Blue

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Parts List
8’ x 8’ Manual Bimini Top Kit PN 20203295168’ x 8’ Manual Bimini Top Kit PN 2020329516
LetterLetter DescriptionDescription QtyQty
A Primary Bow with Jaw, Left 1
B Primary Bow with Jaw, Right 1
C Secondary Bow, Left 1
D Secondary Bow, Right 1
E Bow Tube with Inner Connect Tube 3
F Bow Tube with Inner Connect Tube and
Wire Hole
1
G Hardware Kit 1
H Quick Release Pin (part of G) 4
I Barrel Nut and Screw (part of G) 2
J Secondary Stand Tube Screw (part of G) 2
K H-bracket Mounting Screw (part of G) 12
L Center Bow Screw (part of G) 6
M Primary Stand Tube Pivot Washer (part of G) 4
N H-bracket (part of G) 6
O Bimini Canvas Top 1
P Bimini Protective Boot 1
NOTE: Part numbers are shown for identification purposes
only. Not all parts are available for individual sale. All parts
with a link to the Lippert Store can be purchased.
D
B
C
A
E
F
H I
N
J
KL M
G
P
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only. Not all parts are available for individual sale. All parts
with a link to the Lippert Store can be purchased.
T
R
S
Q
U
V
X Y
AD
Z
AA AB AC
W
8’ x 10’ Manual Bimini Top Kit PN 20203298668’ x 10’ Manual Bimini Top Kit PN 2020329866
LetterLetter DescriptionDescription QtyQty
Q Primary Bow with Jaw, Left 1
R Primary Bow with Jaw, Right 1
S Secondary Bow, Left 1
T Secondary Bow, Right 1
U Bow Tube with Inner Connect Tube 3
V Bow Tube with Inner Connect Tube and
Wire Hole
1
W Hardware Kit 1
X Quick Release Pin (part of W) 4
Y Barrel Nut and Screw (part of W) 2
Z Secondary Stand Tube Screw (part of W) 2
AA H-bracket Mounting Screw (part of W) 12
AB Center Bow Screw (part of W) 6
AC Primary Stand Tube Pivot Washer (part of W) 4
AD H-bracket (part of W) 6
AE Bimini Canvas Top 1
AF Bimini Protective Boot 1
AF
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Installation
NOTE: Refer to figure 1 for orientation of key manual bimini top frame components and location identification during the
following assembly instruction sections.
NOTE: Assembly orientation is taken from facing towards the stern (rear) of the frame; starboard is “left”, port is “right.”
Fig.1
Fig.2
Attaching Secondary Frames to Primary Frames
1. Lay the two primary bow assemblies (Fig.2A) opposite of
each other on a at work surface with the jaw side facing
up (Fig.2B).
2. Align the pivot holes of the left secondary bow (Fig.3A)
with the pivot holes of the left primary bow jaw side (Fig.3B).
3. Using one of the supplied Phillips head machine screws
(Fig.4A), attach the left secondary bow (Fig.4B) to the left
primary bow assembly (Fig.4C).
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to attach the right secondary bow
assembly to the right primary bow assembly.
B
B
left
right
rear
A
A
primary bow
assembly
primary bow
swivel arm
assembly
secondary bow
swivel arm
assembly
secondary bow
assembly
secondary bow
assembly
adjustable
support tube
primary bow
assembly
support tube
BOW
(front)
STERN
(rear)
STARBOARD
(right)
PORT
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A
B
C
Assembling the Primary and Secondary
Bow Tubes
1. Insert the center bow tube with the stern light wire hole
and stern light mounting holes (Fig.5A) into the rear left
primary bow (Fig.5B). Make sure the stern light holes are
facing outward towards the outside rear of the pontoon.
2. Insert the other end of the stern light center bow tube
into the right primary bow (Fig.5C).
3. Insert a center bow tube (Fig.6A) into the rear left primary
bow’s swivel arm (Fig.6B).
4. Insert the other end of the center bow (Fig.7A) into the
right primary bow’s swivel arm (Fig.7B).
Fig.3
B
direction of stern
light holes
A
C
A
B
Fig.4
A
B
Fig.5
A B
Fig.6
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6. Insert a center bow tube (Fig.9A) into the front left
secondary bow swivel arm (Fig.9B).
A
B
left primary bow
assembly
B
A
7. Insert the other end of the swivel arm tube’s center bow
(Fig.10A) into the right secondary bow swivel arm (Fig.10B).
Fig.8
B
A
8. Insert a center bow tube (Fig.11A) into the front left
secondary bow (Fig.11B).
5. Secure the rear stern light center bow and the swivel
arm center bow (Fig.8A) to the left and right primary
bow assemblies with two of the supplied Phillips pan head
self-tapping screws (Fig.8B).
Fig.9
Fig.10
A
B
swivel arm
center bow
9. Insert the other end of the center bow (Fig.12A) into the
right secondary bow (Fig.12B).
swivel arm
center bow
A
B
Fig.11
Fig.12
10. Secure the front center bow and the swivel arm
center bow (Fig.13A) to the left and right secondary
bow assemblies with two, supplied Phillips pan head
self-tapping screws (Fig.13B).
A
left secondary
bow assembly
B
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Fig.14
Fig.15
Fig.16
11. Figure 14 shows the completed primary (Fig14A) and
secondary (Fig.14B) bow and swivel arm assemblies.
center
mounting
bracket
front rear
38” 34” for 8-ft
36” for 10-ft
Mounting the Assembled Frame
Exact mounting specifications are not provided since
different pontoons have different fence configurations.
What is required is 72” for 8’ long canopies and
approximately 74” for 10’ long canopies (Fig.15).
Mounting begins by positioning the completed frame
assembly onto the pontoon to decide where the deck
mounts should go.
NOTE: When replacing an old frame, consider temporarily
reusing the center mounting bracket.
A
B
Decide what area the canopy will cover. For instance,
• Will the top cover the driver and the passenger?
• Does the top cover as far back on the deck as needed?
• Is the top shading a sundeck?
• Where will the top lay when folded flat?
1. Make preparations to the pontoon for installation of the
completed frame assembly as follows:
A. Remove existing deck mounts from the pontoon’s
fence railing.
B. Align the pivot holes of two H-brackets (Fig.16A) with the
mounting holes of each primary bow assembly (Fig.16B).
C. Secure the H-brackets to the left and right primary bow
assemblies with Phillips head threaded barrels (Fig.16C)
and barrel-bolts (Fig.16D).
I. Place a plastic washer (Fig.16E) on both sides of
the primary bow—between the bow assembly and
H-bracket.
II. Insert the barrels and barrel-bolts through the
H-brackets and primary bows.
A
B
C
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Fig.17
Fig.18
III. Screw the barrel-bolt into the barrel. Use two Phillips
screwdrivers to tighten the barrel and bolt (Fig.17).
D. Align two H-bracket pivot holes (Fig.18A) with the
mounting holes on each rear support tube (Fig.18B)
bow assembly.
E. Secure each H-bracket to the left and right rear support
tubes with a quick-release ring pin (Fig.18C).
secondary bow
primary bow
H-bracket
A
B
C
F. Align two H-bracket pivot holes (Fig.19A) with the
mounting holes on each front adjustable support tube
(Fig.19B) bow assemblies.
G. Secure each H-bracket to the left and right front
adjustable support tubes with a quick-release ring
pin (Fig.19C).
B
A
C
Fig.19
Fig.20
2. Locate the point on the pontoon where the center of the
bimini top will be positioned. Typically, this is where the
center H-brackets should be attached to the left and right
fence rails.
A. With the help of another person, position the frame
assembly onto the top of the left and right fence rails
at the desired location, making sure the primary bow
assembly faces rearward (Fig.20).
left pontoon
fence railing
right pontoon
fence railing
front
rear
primary bow
assembly
B. While the other person holds the frame assembly in its
open position, use a tape measure and pencil to locate
and mark (Fig.21A) where the center H-brackets will be
installed. Make sure the center H-brackets are properly
aligned and squared to one anotherleft-to-right (Fig.21B).
C. Remove the frame assembly from the pontoon and set
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Fig.21
A
rear
left
right
B
3. Remove the two center H-brackets from the two primary
bow assemblies (Fig.14). Set the Phillips head barrels, bolts
and plastic washers aside for later use.
4. Place the H-brackets onto the left and right fence rails at
the previously marked (step 2.B.) locations.
5. Use an electric or cordless drill with a Phillips drive bit
to install the two supplied Phillips head self-drilling screws
(Fig.22A) into the mounting holes, securing the H-bracket
(Fig.22B) to the fence railing (Fig.22C). Repeat procedure for
the other H-bracket.
6. With the help of another person, lift the frame onto the
pontoon and spring the legs of each rear strut assembly
inward to t them into the center H-brackets.
NOTE: The frame is designed to flex enough to
accommodate the proper mounting width.
NOTE: The adjustable support tubes should be facing
towards the front of the pontoon (Fig.20).
A
B
C
Fig.22
7. Reinsert the previously removed (step 3) Phillips head
barrels, bolts and plastic washers into the two H-brackets
(Figs.14-15). Refer to steps 1B and C.
Rear (Stern) Support Tubes
Eight-foot canopies require a 72-inch expanse between
the rear and front support bow assemblies. Ten-foot
canopies require a 74-inch expanse (Fig.15). The baseline
rear measurement for either size canopy originates
from the center of the pivot pin in the mounted primary
bow assembly.
Install left and right rear support tubes:
NOTE: Rear support tubes come pre-assembled to the
primary bows.
1. Use a tape measure and pencil to locate and mark along
the left and right fence railings (Fig.23):
A. 34” from the pivot pin in the center mounting H-bracket
for an 8-foot canopy or
B. 36” from the pivot pin in the center mounting H-bracket
for a 10-foot canopy.
2. Install the rear support tube H-brackets:
A. Remove the quick-release ring pins (Fig.24A) from
each rear support tube H-bracket (Fig.24B). Set the
quick-release ring pins aside for later use.
B. Position the primary bow assembly towards the front
so the attached rear support tubes are safely out of the
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Fig.23
Adjustable Front Support Tubes
Eight-foot canopies require a 72-inch expanse between the
rear and front support tubes. Ten-foot canopies require a
74-inch expanse (Fig.15). The baseline front measurement
for either size canopy originates from the center of the
pivot pin in the mounted primary bow assembly.
Install left and right adjustable front support tubes:
NOTE: Adjustable front support tubes come pre-assembled
to the secondary bows.
1. Use a tape measure and pencil to locate and mark along
the left and right fence railings 38” from the pivot pin in the
center mounting H-bracket to each left and right adjustable
front support tube (Fig.27).
Fig.24
center
mounting
H-bracket
rear
34” for 8-ft
36” for 10-ft
left primary bow
assembly
left rear
support tube
fence
railing
C. Place the two rear support tube H-brackets (Fig.25A)
at the previously marked locations (step 1.A or B),
aligning the center of the pivot pin hole with the marked
measurement (Fig.25).
D. Secure each H-bracket to the fence railing with two
Phillips head self-drilling screws (Fig.25B).
E. Reposition the primary bow assembly towards the rear.
F. Align each rear support tube’s mounting pivot hole over
its H-bracket’s pivot hole (Fig.26).
G. Secure the rear support tubes (Fig.26A) to the
H-brackets (Fig.26B) with the previously removed (step A)
quick-release ring pins (Fig.26C).
Fig.25
A
B
marked measurement
pivot pin hole
B
A
A
B
C
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3. Install adjustable front support tube H-brackets:
A. Remove the quick-release ring pins (Fig.29A) from the
H-brackets (Fig.29B). Set the quick-release ring pins aside
for later use.
B. Position the secondary bow assemblies towards the
rear so the attached adjustable front support tubes are
safely out of the way for the installation of the H-brackets.
Fig.27
C. Place the two adjustable front support tube H-brackets
(Fig.30A) at the previously marked locations (step 1),
aligning the center of the pivot pin hole with the marked
measurement (Fig.30).
D. Secure each H-bracket to the fence railing with two
Phillips head self-drilling screws (Fig.30B).
E. Reposition the secondary bow assembly towards the
front until the attached adjustable front support tubes
(Fig.31A) are over the H-brackets (Fig.31B). Secure the
adjustable front support tubes to the H-brackets with
the previously removed (step A) quick-release ring
pins (Fig.31C).
Fig.28
2. For each adjustable front support tube, press in on its
adjusting snap button (Fig.28A) and extend the inner tube
downward to the last height adjustment hole (Fig.28B). Make
sure the adjusting snap button pops out of the last height
adjustment hole to secure the full height of the adjustable
front support tube.
Fig.29
center
mounting
H-bracket front
38”
left secondary bow
assembly
left
adjustable
front
support tube
fence
railing
A
fully retracted
position
fully extended
position
B
B
A
A
marked measurement
B pivot pin
hole
fence
railing
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2. Spread the canopy fabric (Fig.33A) over the top of the
frame assembly with the stern light (Fig.33B) opening
positioned towards the rear.
Fig.31
3. Starting at the rear of the pontoon:
A. Place the fabric’s rear zipper pockets (Fig.34A) over the
primary bow. Make sure the stern light canvas opening
is positioned over the stern light mounting holes in the
primary bow (Fig.34B), then zip the pocket closed (Fig.34C).
Fig.32
Fig.33
Canopy Installation
1. Unzip all bimini frame pockets (Fig.32).
Fig.34
A
B
C
fence
railing
B
A
C
A
C
A
B
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Fig.35
B. Place the fabric’s front zipper pockets over the
secondary bow (Fig.35A). Zip the pockets closed (Fig.35B).
NOTE: If necessary, loosen the adjustable front support
tubes to reposition the secondary bow assembly so the
canopy’s front zippered pockets will fit over the front bow.
C. Place the two inner zippered pockets (Fig.36A)
over each of the swivel arm bows. Zip the pockets
closed (Fig.36B).
Fig.36
D. Locate the female snap caps on the left and right sides
of the canopy fabric (Fig.37A).
Fig.37
B
A
A
B
B
A
I. Pull down on the fabric until the snap caps align with
the snap studs mounted on each of the primary and
secondary swivel arms (Fig.38A).
II. Snap the female snap caps onto the male
snap studs.
A
primary bow
assembly
secondary bow
assembly
front
rear
4. Make final adjustments to the canopy to remove any
folds or sagging in the fabric.
A. Press in on the height adjustment snap button on each
of the adjustable front support tubes while pulling down on
the secondary bow assembly.
B. When the canopy fabric becomes taught, smooth and
no sagging, make sure each adjustable front support
tube’s height adjustment snap button engages the closest
adjustment hole that will keep the canopy fabric taught.
NOTE: The left and port right adjustable front support
tubes’ height adjustment position does NOT need to be the
same for both supports.
Fig.38

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Operation
Bimini tops are not pontoon covers and should NOT be left
up when the pontoon is unused. To prolong the life of the
bimini top:
• Do NOT allow water to “puddle” on the top. If rain water
does accumulate, push up from underneath to remove
water. The material MUST be completely dry before
folding up for storage.
• Do NOT operate the pontoon over 25 mph with the bimini
top up.
• Do NOT transport the pontoon with the bimini top up.
Closing the Bimini Top
Close the bimini top into the radar position (Fig.39) when not
in use or for storage:
NOTE: With the bimini top closed in the radar position,
the stern light can still be used when the pontoon is
under power.
front
rear
Fig.39
1. Remove the quick-release ring pins (Fig.40A) from each
adjustable front support tube H-bracket (Fig.40B).
Fig.41
A
B
2. Lift the adjustable front support tubes (Fig.41A) out of the
H-brackets (Fig.41B), then reinsert the quick-release ring
pins (Fig.41C) into the support’s inner tube (Fig.41D).
A
B
D
C
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Fig.42
secondary bow
assembly
primary
bow
assembly
rear
support
tube
rear front
4. Install the protective boot (Fig.43A) over the collapsed
frames and canopy with the boot’s stern light opening
centered over the stern light mounting holes, then zip the
boot closed.
Fig.43
A
3. Carefully guide the canopy and frame assembly towards
the rear of the pontoon until all of the frames collapse
together onto the primary bow assembly (Fig.42).
If a fully collapsed bimini top is desired, where the
collapsed frame and canopy rests flat on the rear of
the pontoon:
1. Make sure the bimini top is in the radar position and the
protective boot is installed (Fig.43).
2. Remove the quick-release ring (Fig.44A) pins from each
rear support tube H-bracket (Fig.44B).
Fig.44
3. Lift the rear support tubes out of the H-brackets, then
reinsert the quick-release ring pins (Fig.45A) into the tubes’
pivot hole.
A B
rear support tube
Fig.45
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Opening the Bimini Top
Opening the bimini top from the radar position:
1. Unzip and remove the boot from the bimini top. Store the
boot on board the pontoon for later use.
2. Pull the front frame forward until the bimini top is
fully opened.
3. Remove the quick-release ring pins from the
adjustable front supports, then lower the supports into
their H-brackets.
4. Align the adjustable front inner support tubes’ pivot
holes with the H-bracket pivot holes, then reinsert the
previously removed (step 3) quick-release ring pins.
Fig.46
4. Carefully lower the bimini top assembly down to rest on
the rear pontoon fence railing (Fig.46A), then let the rear
support tubes down to rest inside the H-brackets (Fig.46B).
Opening the bimini top from the fully collapsed position:
1. Remove the quick-release ring pins from the rear
support tubes’ pivot holes.
2. With the boot still installed, grasp the rear support tubes
and carefully raise the bimini top until the rear support
tubes reach their H-brackets.
3. Align the rear support tubes’ pivot holes with the
H-bracket pivot holes, then reinsert the previously removed
(step 1) quick-release ring pins.
4. Unzip and remove the boot from the bimini top. Store the
boot on board the pontoon for later use.
5. Pull the front frame forward until the bimini top is
fully opened.
6. Remove the quick-release ring pins from the adjustable
front supports, then lower the supports down into their
H-brackets.
7. Align the adjustable front inner support tubes’ pivot holes
with the H-bracket pivot holes, then reinsert the previously
removed (step 6) quick-release ring pins.

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Bimini top sags. Bimini top not fully opened and secured. Fully open bimini top. Pull front frame forward until
fabric is tight. Change left and/or right adjustable
front support tube height as necessary.
Damaged adjustable front support tube. Replace damaged adjustable front support tube.
Contact Taylor Made for service.
Wrong adjustable front support tube height. Change left and/or right adjustable front support tube
height as necessary.
Missing male/female snap. Contact Taylor Made for service.
Bimini top is loose. Bimini top not secured. Adjust height on left and right front support tubes until
bimini top is tight.
Unattached bimini top snap(s). Attach bimini top snap(s).
Unpinned rear support tube(s). Insert quick-release ring pin(s) through H-bracket(s)
and support tube(s).
Loose adjustable front support tube(s). Slide outer front support tube(s) up or down over the
inner support tube(s) until the bimini top is tight and
the snap button(s) lock in-place.
Damaged adjustable front support tube. Replace damaged adjustable front support tube.
Contact Taylor Made for service.
Partially unzipped bimini top frame pocket(s). Completely zip pocket(s).
Fully unzipped bimini top frame pocket(s). Place zippered pocket(s) over the frame then
completely zip the pocket(s).
Missing male snap stud.
Contact Taylor Made for service.Damaged male snap stud
Missing male/female snap.
Bimini top leaks. Worn or torn fabric seam. Apply a small amount of paraffin wax, such as
ordinary white candle wax, to the troublesome area.
Cut or punctured bimini fabric. Contact Taylor Made for service.
Bimini top does not
fully open.
Missing bimini frame mounting hardware.
Contact Taylor Made for service.Damaged bimini frame mounting hardware.
Damaged bimini frame component.
Bimini top does not
fully close.
Missing bimini frame mounting hardware.
Contact Taylor Made for service.Damaged bimini frame mounting hardware.
Damaged bimini frame component.
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Bimini top zippered
pockets do not open/
close.
Foreign material in zipper chain (teeth). Remove foreign material from zipper chain (teeth)
then zip or unzip pocket as necessary.
Missing pull tab. Contact Taylor Made for service.
To temporarily fix the zipper pull tab, insert a
paperclip through the opening on the slider body.
Misaligned zipper chain (teeth). Fully unzip the pocket. Make sure the zipper’s pin is
fully seated into the bottom box before starting to zip
the pocket closed. Similarly, make sure the bottom
pin is completely removed from the box before
separating the pocket from the frame.
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Maintenance
Taylor Made pontoon bimini tops are warranted against
fading for three years and typically last over seven years in
a northern climate.
The bimini tops are solution dyed, 7 ½ounce woven
polyester fabric with awning-grade polyester thread.
However, heat and sun will deteriorate any fabric top.
In Florida, leaving the top open all of the time—not folded
back in the storage position—the top might last 5-6 years.
Folding the top back and covering it with the protective
boot when the pontoon is not in use, the boot may
deteriorate, but it will protect the top’s fabric.
In northern climates, heat won’t affect the fabric as harshly.
Still, folding the top back and using the boot when not in
use will dramatically increase the life of the top’s fabric.
Storage or Storm Position
If not going pontooning for awhile, secure the fabric in
the zippered storage boot. Folding the pontoon top back
into the radar or fully collapsed position will increase the
top’s life.
Winter Storage
To prevent small animals from nesting in the top during
the winter, unzip and remove the protective boot. Store the
boot and pontoon in a clean dry place to increase the life of
the top.
Fabric Care
Bimini tops are not pontoon covers and should not be left
up when the pontoon is unused.
To clean the top:
1. Use clean water to consistently hose o󰀨 the bimini top
fabric during the pontooning season.
2. If necessary, do a deeper clean of the bimini top fabric:
A. If necessary, remove the boot and fully open the
bimini top.
B. If the top was stored wet, allow the bimini top and boot
to dry.
C. Remove any loose dirt and debris from the bimini top
and boot.
D. Brush the underside of the top to remove loose dirt and
to prevent any mildew build up.
E. Hose down the bimini top and boot fabric with fresh,
clean water.
F. Prepare a mixture of ¼cup of mild dish soap and five
gallons of warm water. Do not use harsh detergents.
G. Use a soft bristle brush or sponge to apply the soapy
water to the bimini top and boot fabric to remove stains
and embedded dirt.
H. Allow the solution time to soak completely into
the fabric.
I. Hose off the bimini top and boot fabric with fresh, clean
water. Repeat as necessary.
3. Allow bimini top and boot to dry before closing the top
and installing the protective boot.