SureShade ATF-SG Installation Instructions Manual

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ATF Silent Glide Boat Shade

NSTALLATION

T E C H N I C A L D O C U M E N T A T I O N

NSTRUCTIONS

SURESHADE

PO Box 51294

Philadelphia, PA 19115

Tel: 1-877-333-8323

International: 215-673-2307

www.sureshade.com

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Page 1 T E C H N I C A L D O C U M E N T A T I O N ATF Silent Glide Boat Shade NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS SURESHADE PO Box 51294 Philadelphia, PA 19115 Tel: 1-877-333-8323 International: 215-673-2307...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contact Information ..........................1 Customer Support ...........................1 SureShade Limited Product Warranty Statement ..............2 SureShade ATF-SG Silent Glide Shade ....................4 ey ene ts of Sureshade ATF-SG Silent Glide ................4 Upgrading to ATF-SG Silent Glide Shade ...................4 SAFETY ..........................7 Safety Descriptions ..........................7 Important Safety Messages .........................7...
Page 4 5. Securing the Crossbars ......................... 28 6. Pre-loading the Canvas ......................... 30 7. Wiring the Electrical System ......................33 8. Initiating the Sureshade ATF-SG Intelligent Control Box (ICB) ..........36 9. Initiating the Remote Key Fob ...................... 36 Using the Momentary Rocker Switch ..................36 MAINTENANCE .........................
Page 5: General Information
Our automated or manual retractable shade systems are featured on over 50 boat brands as factory or aftermarket installations. SureShade is the only U.S.-made telescoping marine sunshade on the market, with patents in the U.S., Canada, Europe and China. SureShade is committed to improving sun safety on boats with shade systems that give boaters more sun protection...
Page 6: Sureshade Limited Product Warranty Statement
SureShade will also replace, at its sole discretion, the canvas component of the shade system (electric or manual) when reported defective within one year from the date of canvas manufacture as indicated on the white manufacturer tag attached to the canvas (tag must remain attached for warranty purposes).
Page 7 Acceptance of any product returned for any refund provided by SureShade shall not be deemed an admission that the product is defective. In order for a warranty claim to be deemed valid, the following information must be provided to SureShade immediately after discovery of any defect: •...
Page 8: Sureshade Atf-Sg Silent Glide Shade
14 amps at 12VDC (single 15-amp fuse and another 5-amp fuse) with the legacy system. The ATF-SG system also has the ability to operate down to 10.5VDC. KEY BENEFITS OF SURESHADE ATF-SG SILENT GLIDE •...
Page 9 GENERAL INFORMATION For boat models not previously factory-equipped, SureShade ATF-SG Silent Glide shade is also available as an aftermarket installation. Dealers can earn both sales and installation service revenue by upgrading existing clients to ATF-SG Silent Glide or when selling new aftermarket installations of SureShade.
Page 11: Safety
Important information is noted to aid in the installation process. IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES WARNING Before installing and operating the retractable shade, be sure to read and understand the content and safety messages in this manual. ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 12: Important Instructions
Be sure that boat batteries are 100% charged before operating the shade. • Your SureShade product has been designed and tested to withstand wind speeds of up to 50 mph. However, it is recommended to retract the shade while underway.
Page 13: Safety Label Locations
Safety labels must be legible to alert personnel of safety hazards. Replace any illegible or missing labels immediately. Safety labels removed during any repair work must be replaced in their original position before operating the shade. ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 15: Specifications
Toggle switch and remote control Controller Type Software-based synchronization Controller Dimensions 5" x 7" x 1.75" Structural Specification Maximum Wind speed 50 mph Maximum Weight Displacement 300 lbs across framework Deflection Less than 3" ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 17: Preparation
Pre-assembled actuators Roller assembly w/mounting hardware Outer crossbar w/mounting hardware Mid-crossbar w/mounting hardware Pre-rolled canvas (attached to roller assembly) Pre-programmed electronic controller w/wireless remote Starboard and port control harness w/Deutsch connectors ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 18 Figure 1 – Packing Contents 1. Outer Crossbar 5. Mounting Clamps 2. Roller Assembly 6. Control Harness, Roller Clamps, Miscellaneous Hardware 3. Mid-Crossbar 7. Actuators 4. Electronic Controller/Connections/ Wireless Remote ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 19: Tools Required
Fish Tape (Used to route wires through inaccessible areas) Level Grease Pencil Wire Ties Hole Saws Dremel with round sanding wheels and/or round grinding bit (If not ® available, a drill can be used) Ladder ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 20: Skill Level Of Installer
It is recommended that two people perform the installation. Depending on the type of mount (surface or integrated) and the complexity of the wire run to the boat’s power source, the installation can take anywhere from 10 – 16 hours. ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 21: Installation
B. Repeat process for the aft section. Using pencil marks as a guide, run tape or string down the center of the hardtop. (See Figure 2.) Figure 2 – Marking Centerline of Hardtop ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 22 D. Measure the distance from the port side to the starboard side at the forward and aft sections to ensure marks are parallel. These measurements should be the shade centerline width provided on the shade speci cation drawing. (See Figure 4.) Figure 4 – Verifying Centerline Measurements ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 23: Setting The Mounting Clamps
Place actuator in clamps to aid in aligning and spacing mounting clamps. B. Place the four bottom mounting clamps along the pre-determined lines on the hardtop. (See Figure 6.) 6" – 12" >= 26" Figure 6 – Mounting Clamp Position ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 24 E. If your hardtop is at, the mounting hole locations are the same as the shade’s center width for either a topside or underside mount. (See Figure 8.) Mark holes here for mounting clamps. Shade Centerline Width Figure 8 – Flat Surface Mount ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 25 Shade Centerline Width Figure 9A Incorrect Placement of Mounting Brackets DO NOT mark holes here. Actuators will be too far apart. Shade Centerline Width Figure 9B Figure 9 – Curved Surface Mount ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 26 OTE: When mounting on a curvature, mark one clamp and measure from the mounting hole to the actuator centerline. Use that measurement to aid in placement of the remaining clamps. ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 27 H. Drill the two marked holes for each of the mounting clamps. • For at surface mount, drill straight down. • For curved surface mount, drill on an angle perpendicular to surface. (See Figures 9A and 10A.) ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 28 Line up and install the four mounting clamps to the hardtop using the included 5/16"-18 bolts and tighten down with nuts. (NOTE FOR OEM INSTALLS – no mounting hardware is provided.) Figure 13 – Installing Actuator and Top Mounting Clamps ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 29: Installing And Securing The Actuators
D. Repeat process for the other actuator. E. Once both actuators are aligned, tighten the mounting clamp top brackets. 4" Figure 14 – Measuring Space Between Stationary Tube and Mounting Clamp ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 30: Securing The Roller Assembly
(See Figure 15.) C. Secure the roller in place using the provided 1/4"- 20 x 3/4" socket head cap screws. Sticker Roller Clamp 2" Figure 15 – Securing Roller Assembly ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 31 3) If measurements are o , rotate the small extending actuator tube clockwise (to retract) or counter-clockwise (to extend). Small Mid-Extending Stationary Extending Actuator Actuator Tube Actuator Tube Tube 2" 1" 2" min. Figure 16 – Actuator Spacing ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 32: Securing The Crossbars
2) Attach the mid-crossbar onto actuator’s mid-crossbar tab and secure in place using two 1/4"-20 x 1/2" socket head cap screws. (See Figure 18.) Figure 18 – Installing the Mid-Crossbar ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 33 2) Slide the aft crossbar into the ends of actuator tubes and secure in place using the 10"-32 x 3/8" button head screws. (See Figure 20.) Figure 20 – Installing the Outer Crossbar ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 34: Pre-Loading The Canvas
When pre-loading the roller, ensure the roller is rotated toward the crossbars/aft of the boat. Rotating the roller in the opposite direction will release the tension spring and prevent the roller from working. Go to http://www.sureshade.com/service-and-technical-documentation/ to view a video on how to properly pre-load the canvas.
Page 35 3 to 4 full rotations. Continue as needed until canvas is taut. (See Figures 22 and 23.) Figure 22 – Tension Roller Toward Crossbars/Aft of Boat (Starboard View) Figure 23 – Rotating Entire Canvas Toward Crossbars/Aft of Boat (Starboard View) ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 36 Figure 24 – Pulling Canvas to Outer Crossbar C. Attach the zipper of the canvas to the crossbar and fully zip the canvas. (See Figure 25.) Figure 25 – Zipping the Canvas to the Outer Crossbar ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 37: Wiring The Electrical System
Control box must be at least 2 feet away from any RF/electromagnetic-emitting device such as radars and GPS, as well as microwaves, ice makers and refrigerators. CAUTION Do not operate the shade without the crossbars securely mounted to the actuators. ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 38 INSTALLATION Connect the positive and negative wires to a power source. View the electrical schematic for more details. (See Figure 26.) Figure 26 – Electrical Diagram ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 40: Initiating The Sureshade Atf-Sg Intelligent Control Box (Icb)
8. INITIATING THE SURESHADE ATF-SG INTELLIGENT CONTROL BOX (ICB) The SureShade ATF-SG ICB was designed for plug and play setup. It is factory-programmed to the speci ed extension length and ships ready to go in operation mode. This document contains the proper sequence for initiating the ICB when installing the ATF-SG shade on the boat.
Page 41: Maintenance
CANVAS SureShade does not recommend removing canvas from the roller system, as it may be difficult to properly reinstall or may result in damage to the rollers. Under no circumstances should the canvas supplied with any SureShade system ever be placed in a washing machine.
Page 42: Long-Term Storage
SureShade sunshade systems are built with quality marine-grade construction and materials; however, just like other parts of your boat, SureShade canvas systems need to be shielded from snow and other harsh winter weather conditions to protect the canvas and mechanical components.
Page 43: Troubleshooting
Not enough tension set on roller • Unzip canvas from outer retracting spring crossbar and rotate canvas to add more tension. See Pre- Loading the Canvas on page 30. • Visit: http://www.sureshade. com/service-and-technical- documentation/ ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 44: Troubleshooting The Sureshade Atf-Sg Intelligent Control Box (Icb)
CONTROL BOX (ICB) The SureShade ATF-SG Intelligent Control Box (ICB) is designed so that the shade will not operate at any voltage under 10V at start-up of the shade. During operation of the shade, if the voltage drops below 9V, the shade will shut down.
Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING Figure 27 – Electrical Wiring Diagram ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Figure 28 – ICB Control Box ATF Installation Guide © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade®...
Page 50 SureShade ® P.O. Box 51294 Philadelphia, PA 19115 Phone: 877-333-8323 ATF Installation Guide www.sureshade.com © 2018 Rodan Enterprises LLC t/a SureShade ®...

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