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- Page 1 S U R E S H A D E T E C H N I C A L D O C U M E N T A T I O N MTF Manual Boat Shade Installation Instructions & Owner’s Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction ……………………………………………………………….….3 Customer Support……………………………….……….………………….3 Warranty Information………………………………………………….….3-4 Important Instructions……………………………………………………….5 Safety Warnings………………………………………..………………….….5 Installation - Mounting Clamps…………………….….……………….….6 Installation – Steps and Tools Required……………………………….….7 Installation – Topside Mounting……...……………….…………………...8 Installation – Underside Mounting – Hanging…..…….………………...9 Installation – Underside Mounting – Standard….…..………………...10 Installation – Underside Mounting – Rod Holders…..………………...11 Installation –... -
Page 3: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a SureShade retractable shade for your boat. Invented by boaters for boaters, SureShade is the new standard for shade on boats. Our automated or manual retractable shade systems are featured on over 50 boat brands as factory or aftermarket installations. - Page 4 SureShade technician or an experienced marine technician approved by SureShade. The remedy of repair or replacement of parts or materials that are found to be defective in factory materials or workmanship covered by this limited warranty shall constitute the owner’s sole and exclusive remedy against SureShade for any claims...
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Page 5: Important Instructions
You may also submit a service request via email at service@sureshade.com. Do NOT attempt to repair shade on your own or you could risk voiding the warranty. -
Page 6: Installation - Mounting Clamps
Installing MTF Manual Boat Shade The following instructions detail how to properly install SureShade MTF Manual Boat Shade system for DIY or aftermarket installations. SureShade MTF can be installed aftermarket on a hardtop, arch, tower or T-Top. Installation instructions will vary per application. -
Page 7: Installation - Steps And Tools Required
Installation Steps Each MTF is custom-built to match the width of your top. Be aware that the outside width includes two stationary actuators with a pair of mounting clamps. These actuators require an area 4 inches wide by 18 inches long to mount properly on each side. -
Page 8: Installation - Topside Mounting
Topside Mounting Position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. 1. Position both actuators on top of the hardtop resting on the bottom half of the mounting clamps (Fig 1). Make sure on top mount applications as shown in Fig 1 that the crank handle will have enough clearance from the hardtop when rotating. -
Page 9: Installation - Underside Mounting - Hanging
Underside Mounting - Hanging Position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. 1. Mark the hole locations for the mounting clamps, position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. NOTE – the actuators must be aligned (parallel) to ensure proper functioning of the shade system. -
Page 10: Installation - Underside Mounting - Standard
Underside Mounting – Standard Clamps Position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. 1. Mark the hole locations for the mounting clamps, position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. NOTE – the actuators must be aligned (parallel) to ensure proper functioning of the shade system. -
Page 11: Installation - Underside Mounting - Rod Holders
Underside Mounting – Rod Holders Position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. 1. Mark the hole locations for the mounting clamps, position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. NOTE – the actuators must be aligned (parallel) to ensure proper functioning of the shade system. -
Page 12: Installation - Underside Mounting - Radar Arch
For a fiberglass arch we recommend using a piece of rubber between the mounting plate (NOT SUPPLIED BY SURESHADE). NOTE – the actuators must be aligned (parallel) to ensure proper functioning of the shade system. - Page 13 (shown in Fig 5 above), next tie in the actuator stanchions with the lateral support stanchion to the boat’s stationary top to set the width of the SureShade and prevent the SureShade from side- to-side movement (Fig 6). Page 8...
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Page 14: Installation - Side Mounting
Side Mounting Position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. 1. Mark the hole locations for the mounting clamps, position and secure mounting clamps and actuators into place. NOTE – the actuators must be aligned (parallel) to ensure proper functioning of the shade system. -
Page 15: Installation - Attach The Crossbars
Attach the Crossbars With the actuators installed, you can reattach the roller and crossbars. Secure the mid-crossbar in place Slide mid-section crossbar onto actuators and secure in place. Page 15... -
Page 16: Installation - Secure The Roller Assembly
Secure the Roller Assembly Secure the roller assembly in place. Hold the roller in position so you can slide the roller shafts (port and starboard) into the roller (Fig 5 & 5A). Note: Position the roller so that the canvas unrolls from the top of the roller (Fig 6). - Page 17 Secure the Roller Assembly (continued) Line up the screw holes and secure the roller to the roller shafts on both port and starboard sides of the roller (Fig 7, 8 & 9). Page 17...
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Page 18: Installation - Secure Outer Crossbars And Canvas
Secure the Outer Crossbars and Canvas Slide the outer crossbar thru the canvas pocket (Fig 10) and slide the crossbar tube onto the sleeve and fasten in place with the screw (Fig 11). Slide the other end of the crossbar into the actuator tube and secure in place (Fig 13). -
Page 19: Shade Operation
Shade Operation To extend the MTF shade, simply crank the hand lever to extend canvas fully. To retract the MTF shade, simply crank the hand lever in the opposite direction until the canvas is full retracted to the boat top. -
Page 20: Care And Maintenance
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 21 Revised editions will be available for free download at lci1.com. Manual information is considered factual until made obsolete by a revised version. Please recycle all obsolete materials. For all concerns or questions, please contact SureShade, a Lippert Components Company Ph: (877) 333-8323 |...
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