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Cramaro SLIDE N GO Installation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

Tarpaulin systems with rock bow, adjustable rear bracket, and rear bow cap options
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Tarpaulin Systems
Slide -N- Go
™
With Rock Bow, Adjustable Rear Bracket, and Rear Bow Cap Options
INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE,
& SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(800) CRAMARO
(800) 272-6276
Plants In: Delaware, Florida, Massachusetts, Nevada, Ohio
Install Slide N Go Rev 03
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  • Page 1 Tarpaulin Systems Slide -N- Go ™ With Rock Bow, Adjustable Rear Bracket, and Rear Bow Cap Options INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (800) CRAMARO (800) 272-6276 Plants In: Delaware, Florida, Massachusetts, Nevada, Ohio Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 2 If you have a radius or chamfered bulkhead, you’ll receive a front shaft with a steel 2” x 4” header attached. Proceed to Step 1B. If you are going to install inside the cab shield, you’ll receive a front shaft with aluminum or steel pieces attached. Proceed to Step 1C. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 3 Spacer plates should be mounted as far out to the sides as possible, but not to exceed the beginning of the radius or chamfer. NOTE - spacer plates MUST be used to accommodate any flexing of the body when dumping. Failure to use spacer plates may cause damage to your system. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 4 Install ramps by placing the welded end over the vertical bolt located on each end of 2” x 4” assembly (cut ramp if needed). Drill two holes using a 9/32” drill bit and fasten with two 5/16” X 1” self-tapping screws. GO TO STEP 2 Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 5 At each countersunk hole, pull the strip tight and drive in all remaining screws. For radius or chamfered fronts utilizing ramps, mount the plastic over the ramps. Repeat these steps for both sides and cut off any excess at the rear edge of the top rail. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 6 Grade 5 bolts, flat washers, lock washers and nuts provided. Position the pulleys as far forward on the rear bracket as possible. This will facilitate tightening the cables later in the installation process. (Right side shown on both styles) Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 7 Fasten the bolts back into place and tighten bolts securely on both sides of the tarp. On the front of the tarp (without the Cramaro logo) along 2” webbing, center on the front pipe (1” square tube) and anchor the tarp by using 5/16” x 1” self-tapping screws.

  • Page 8: Handle Assembly

    Weld the mounting plate or bracket to the body; additional fabrication may be needed. Apply downward force on the crank assembly to desired tension and tighten the (3) nuts that attach the crank assembly to the mounting bracket. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...

  • Page 9: Electric Drive System

    DO NOT shorten more than 12”. STEP 7 CLIPS If you have a vinyl system, proceed to step 7A . If you have a mesh system, proceed to step 7B. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...

  • Page 10: Side View

    Crank the tarp back and forth to ensure all anti lift clips and anti lift guides line up properly. The plastic bushing of the anti lift clip should be positioned under the anti lift Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 11 (making sure they are spaced evenly on each side) and drill a 3/8” hole in the bow e nd. Bolt slip clip using 3/8” x 1 1/2” bolt, lock washer and nut. BACK VIEW Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 12 Keep clothing and body parts clear of any moving parts when operating the system. DO NOT dump with load covered. Vinyl tarps require proper use of auto clips or tie downs. Mesh tarps require slip clips. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 13 Return the handle to the locked position. Maintenance Your Cramaro Slide ‘N Go tarp systems have been designed to provide you with years of reliable service as long as they are properly used and maintained. Improper usage or lack of maintenance can severely impair the operation and will cause premature wear of the tarp.
  • Page 14 Failure to do so may cause the bows to be sucked downward This can cause extensive damage to the bows and tarp You must use Anti-Lift devices on all systems with solid vinyl tarps. Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 15 For systems with nylon cables, the nylon cables may be too loose The sideboards are damaged If you require further information or assistance please, contact us at (800) 272-6276. Revision History & Approvals Install Slide N Go Rev 03...
  • Page 21 Tarpaulin Systems, Inc. SLIDE N GO ™ DROP SIDE and WATERPROOF INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (800) CRAMARO (800) 272-6276 Plants In: Delaware, Florida, Massachusetts, Nevada, Ohio Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 22 (2) places, through each plate, and bolt through the front vertical face of the cab-shield. Use (5) 3/8” grade-5 bolts (not supplied). Aluminum pieces must be securely TOP VIEW welded. GO TO STEP 2. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 23 SURFACE figure 6 needed). Drill two RAMP holes using a 9/32” drill bit and fasten with (2) 5/16” self-tapping screws. GO TO STEP 2. 5/16” X 1” SELF TAPPING SCREW Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 24 A front shaft (steel 2x4 header and shield attached). Proceed to step 1D. If you are installing inside of the cab-shield, you’ll receive a type B front shaft (aluminum or steel pieces attached), and a header beam. Proceed to step 1E. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 25 (angle iron pieces on the inside of the shield). The bottom of these pieces should be at the same height as the top of the running surface. If the running surface is the same height as the Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 26 NOTE: JOINT TO BE A CONTINUOUS RUNNING SURFACE CUT OFF END OF RAMP & RAMP ADAPT TO FRONT BY WELDING OR ADDING BRACKET TO BE BOLTED 5/16” X 1” SELF TAPPING SCREWS Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 27 7. The header beam should be mounted as close to the rear of the front shaft cable pulley as possible. This will ensure maximum clearance when in the uncovered position. See figure 12. 8. Fill in any gaps to ensure that water cannot get underneath the header beam. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 28 Drill 3/8” holes through the dump body. Bolt the rear bracket assemblies by using the 3/8” x 5 ½” bolts, flat washers, lock washers and nuts provided (Welding is optional). Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 29 15 SCREWS 3. On the front of the tarp, (side without the Cramaro patch) along the 2” webbing, center the front pipe (1” square tube) and anchor the tarp by using 5/16” self-tapping screws. 4. For ease of handling, place the bows together and insert a ¼”...
  • Page 30 5. Loosen the rear sheave nut ½ turn. Tighten the adjustment nut until there is enough tension, where 18” forward of the rear bracket, the cables can be squeezed by hand to 1”. DO NOT over tighten, damage may occur to the front assembly. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 31 Pull the cable tight and then anchor using the other ½” bolt. 3.) Repeat for the other side. Finish tightening the cables by tightening the turnbuckle. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 32 If a non 2 x 4 front assembly with steel plates, you may need to use the mounting brackets or fabrication may be required. See notes below. Note the height from the center of the Slide N Go shaft to the bottom of the nylon cable header tube should be 2 3/8”.
  • Page 33 1. Crank the system back and lock the handle so that the cable clamps are approximately 3” away from the rear pulley. 2. Spread out the bows approximately 30” apart, starting from the front. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 34 TOP RAIL OR SIDE BOARD. 3. Weld cap legs to each end of the cap, making sure that the outside measurement is the same as the inside of your box. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 35 NOTE: If you have sideboards, the cap should be installed on a metal wall or gusset. If metal is not available, build off the top rail with flat stock figure 23 Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 36 NOTE-You should always drive with the system cranked to the back of the truck or trailer. This is even more important with the cap, so it does not act as a parachute when traveling. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 37 19’; (2) sets if your system is 20-28’; and (3) sets if it is 29’ or longer. Auto clips are to be spaced evenly across the length of the body. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 38 3. All hooks should be closed with a pair of pliers so that when the system is opened and closed the hooks do not interlock. 4. Cut off and then seal the ends of the ropes. STRAP 8” Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 39 Return the handle to the locked position. Maintenance Your Cramaro Slide ‘N Go tarp systems have been designed to provide you with years of reliable service as long as they are properly used and maintained. Improper usage or lack of maintenance can severely impair the operation and will cause premature wear of the tarp.
  • Page 40 Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...
  • Page 41 For systems with nylon cables, the nylon cables may be too loose The sideboards are damaged If you require further information or assistance please, contact us at (800) 272-6276. Install Slide N Go Dropside and Water Proof Rev 02...

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