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Summary of Contents for autobimini lite

  • Page 1 Installation and User’s Manual Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    T able of Contents About this Manual ..............1 Safety..................2 System Components ............... 3 Installation Planning ............... 7 System Installation ..............10 General Operation ..............23 Care and Maintenance ............24 Troubleshooting ..............25 Version 1.0...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    About This Manual Version 1.0 created 2/2/2022 This manual was created for use by FFI Automation end users and OEM customers. OEM customers are encouraged to use material they deem appropriate for incorporation into their own end-user manual. Contact FFI Automation directly if you have questions, suggestions, or corrections to the manual.

  • Page 4: Safety

    Operation Limitations The autobimini lite actuators are designed to overcome wind loads in order to operate in adverse weather conditions. However, do not operate autobimini lite in excessive high winds or boat speeds. High winds and boat speeds could result in product damage and/or personal injury.

  • Page 5: System Components

    System Components autobimini lite Contactor autobimini lite DC Reversing Contactor autobimini lite 12VDC reversing contactor key features: • Heavy Duty: 12VDC @ 50A continuous ratings. • Integral Switch Terminals: The contactor has on-board terminals for connections to momentary console switch.
  • Page 6 • UV protected and 600D solution dye canvas with double PTFE Teflon sewing and marine grade zippers. autobimini lite canvas colors (Black, Navy Blue, Pacific Blue, Silver, Burgundy, Beige and Green. Supplied with matching zippered boot. • Matching storage boot with marine grade zippers.
  • Page 7 Battery Powered: The autobimini lite operates on 12VDC battery power. Resettable Circuit Breaker: The autobimini lite has built-in automatic reset circuit breaker protection. The circuit breaker will stop motion when the bimini moves to the hard UP and DOWN positions.
  • Page 8 Front support arms: Two (2) front support arms are standard providing stability to the bimini frame and hard stop up position. Front support arms are standard on autobimini lite...

  • Page 9: Installation Planning

    Installation Planning This section describes what the end installation looks like and preparation knowledge. Installation with component names and relative locations Planning for installation: 1. The 1 ARCHES and RISERS are assembled into sub- assemblies based on the playpen width. The risers connect to the arches using the supplied...
  • Page 10 Navigation light installed on 4 arch. Access holes are built into canvas and boot 4. The autobimini lite REVERSING CONTACTOR should be mounted near the battery. The circuit breaker needs to be within 7 inches of the battery positive (+) post based on marine electrical codes.
  • Page 11 Cable ties or other wire securing devices are not provided. autobimini lite in full up position Expert Tip: autobimini lite videos available on our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCpATtpEzl15J6B5WQWU-PgA. Expert Tip: Additional pictures located at: www.autobimini lite.com/gallery.

  • Page 12: System Installation

    5. Mount the actuators. 6. Clamp the rear arch support brackets and attach 3 and 4 arches. 7. Locate and wire the autobimini lite reversing contactor. 8. Install console switch. 9. Install arches. 10. Attach the canopy. 11. Set the rear arch support brackets’ final locations.
  • Page 13 2. Remove any existing bimini.. Note the location of the bimini mounting points. This may aid in locating the placement of the new autobimini lite. Measure the width of the “playpen” – outside frame to outside frame – at the points where the new autobimini lite will be attached. See image below.
  • Page 14 3. Assemble the autobimini lite aluminum frame. a. Deburr the outside ends of the insert tubes as well as the inside edges of the riser arm tubes and the inside edges of the arches – this will greatly ease assembly.
  • Page 15 4 arch 5. Mount the actuators. a. Place the front arch where it will sit when folded down. Make sure the folded bimini will rest at the desired stern location. b. Note the location at the base of the riser where the actuator is connected and mark the boat frame.
  • Page 16 7. Locate and wire the autobimini lite reversing contactor. a. Locations near the battery are typical for the reversing contactor. b. Run the battery power wires to the autobimini lite contactor using the circuit breaker connection wire. Important: The automatic reset circuit breaker protection must be located within 7 inches of the battery positive (+) post to comply with marine safety guidelines and electrical codes.
  • Page 17 Use common sense to obtain a safe and clean wire installation free of sharp edges. The actuator wires can be run below, through, or on top of aluminum frame members, using zip-ties as necessary for a clean installation. autobimini lite wiring block diagram Contactor Power Wire Connection Table Wire & Function...
  • Page 18 Contactor wiring connections 8. Install console switch. a. Insert the free end of the console switch wire through the console, pulling the length through, and snapping the switch in place. b. Route the wire appropriately from the console to the contactor location. c.
  • Page 19 Use the supplied stainless steel bolts and nuts. autobimini lite actuator installed, shown with wire routing Expert tip: Install and leave the UHMW tape on the 3 risers. This allows the aluminum frame to slide frictionless for years of operation without wear.
  • Page 20 (shown without front support arms installed) 11. Set the rear arch support brackets’ final locations. a. Raise the autobimini lite to its fully-extended position. Be careful to not over-extend the canopy since the front support arms are not installed yet. It is possible to damage the canopy or frame if it is over-tightened.
  • Page 21 Drill 3/16” holes through the support post using the bracket as a drill guide. f. Bolt the post to the bracket. g. Repeat for the other side of the autobimini lite. Rear support foot mounted on autobimini lite aluminum 4 riser and positioned to avoid interference with boat upholstery.
  • Page 22 14. Install front support arms. a. Set the autobimini lite bimini at the up position. b. Remove the white protective cap at end of front support arm.
  • Page 23 When moving the bimini down, ensure the rear support feet engage and the circuit breaker trips stopping motion. This synchronizes the actuators positions with each cycle up and down to the hard stop locations. Autobimini lite installation with front support arms installed...
  • Page 24 15. Wire the navigation light a. Route the navigation wires through the 4 arch and riser b. Route or fish the wires through the aluminum frame c. The wiring for navigation light is the same as provided from the pontoon manufacturer. It should be re-connected the same way as was disconnected.

  • Page 25: General Operation

    • With the BOOT attached moving to RADAR position, press and hold console switch UP the desired amount of times to reach desired RADAR position. For safety, the operator must PRESS and HOLD the console switch. autobimini lite switches are MOMENTARY for safe operation. autobimini lite requires the user to be in control of moving the system at all times.

  • Page 26: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Aluminum frame and actuators: The autobimini lite system frame components are designed to be maintenance-free. The aluminum components are light sand blasted designed to look nice and provide protection from the elements. However, the sand blasting can be damaged if cleaned incorrectly with harsh chemicals.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you’re having problems with your system, see the table below for potential solutions. autobimini lite is designed to send 12VDC battery power through a circuit breaker and contactor activated via a switch. A voltmeter is a good tool to help diagnose potential issues.