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Lippert SURESHADE 3000 Series Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 3000 Series Arch Power Bimini OEM INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Post-installation Check Notes Introduction The SureShade 3000 Series Arch Power Bimini is an electric actuator-driven Bimini top powered by a 12V DC source, controlled by a helm-mounted momentary switch. For additional support on this product go to: https://support.lci1.com/sureshade-power-bimini. NOTE: Images used in this document are for reference only when assembling, installing and/or operating this product.

  • Page 3: Safety

    Failure to correctly follow the provided instructions may result in death, serious personal injury, severe product and/or property damage, including voiding of the Lippert limited warranty. The "WARNING" symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death or serious personal injury if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this manual.

  • Page 4: Preparation

    Preparation The SureShade 3000 Series Arch Power Bimni system is pre-assembled except for the port and starboard mounting plates. If working with a pre-wired boat frame, railing or arch, connect actuators to the existing harness. Refer to Wiring Diagram. If the boat frame, railing or arch is NOT pre-wired, run the wire from the actuator to the helm. Since each boat's arch may be configured differently, installation parts and procedures will vary.

  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation NOTE: The following installation instructions may be rearranged and performed in the order that best accommodates the OEM's best shop practice. Installing Actuators When installing the power arch bimini system, make sure: • The actuators are mounted square and level to one another. •...
  • Page 6 Use the mounting plate as a drill template to drill two 5/16" diameter pilot holes (Fig. 5). Again, using the mounting plate as a drill template, use the plate's wire access hole to drill one 3/4" wire access hole in the starboard arch support arm (Figs. 5 and 6C). Remove tape from the mounting plate and set the plate aside.
  • Page 7 11. With additional help: Insert two 5/16"-18 socket head cap screws (Fig. 7A) into the starboard actuator (Fig. 7B). Fig. 7 Starboard-Side Arch Support Starboard Mounting Plate Run the electrical wires (Fig. 8A) from the starboard actuator through the underside wire channel. Fig.
  • Page 8 Run the electrical wires (Fig. 9A) through the starboard mounting plate wire access hole (Fig. 9B) then insert the starboard mounting plate (Figs. 9C and 10A) over the cap screws (Fig. 10B), Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Page 8 Rev: 11.19.24 CCD-0008993...
  • Page 9 D. Lower the assembled starboard actuator (Fig. 11A) over the riv-nuts then secure it in-place with the socket head cap screws (Fig. 11B). Fig. 11 Repeat steps A and D to install the port actuator. NOTE: Make sure actuators are mounted square and level to one another. Make sure no actuator is mounted more than 1/4"...
  • Page 10 Standard Mounting Studs with Nuts Install the starboard mounting plate (Fig. 13A) under the starboard actuator (Fig. 13B). Use a 1/2" wrench to install 5/16"-18 hex nuts (Fig. 13C) to secure the starboard mounting plate to the starboard actuator. Fig. 13 Install a front end cap (Fig.
  • Page 11 Install a rear end cap (Fig. 15A) into the starboard arch support and actuator. Fig. 15 Repeat steps 1-4 and 6 for the port actuator and arch support. Align the arch power bimini system with the port and starboard arch mounting bases. NOTE: Make sure no actuator is mounted more than 1/4"...
  • Page 12 Bottom Mounting with Screws Remove the starboard and port cover plates (Fig. 17A) from the arch support actuator housings (Fig. 17B). Run the starboard actuator electrical wires along the underside wire channel of the actuator. Fig. 17 With help, set the arch power bimini's actuators (Fig. 18A) into each actuator housing (Fig. 18B)—using care to feed the actuator electrical wires through the housing's wire access hole.
  • Page 13 Secure each actuator in-place with two 5/16"-18 Phillips flat head screws (Fig. 19A). Fig. 19 Replace the previously removed (step 1) actuator housing cover plates (Fig. 20A). Fig. 20 Page 13 Rev: 11.19.24 CCD-0008993...

  • Page 14: Installing The Cord Rail And Frame Stops

    Installing the Cord Rail and Frame Stops Insert a frame stop on the port and starboard sides of the arch. Slip the frame stops (Fig. 21A) under the rear frame (Fig. 21B) then parallel align. Use a pencil to mark the location of the frame stops then remove the stops. Reposition the frame and canvas for installation of the frame stops.

  • Page 15: Wiring Actuators

    Install the cord rail. Insert the cord rail onto the canvas' keder cord. Lower the frame assembly against the arch. Evenly align the cord rail (Fig. 22A) with the arch then use a pencil to mark its location. D. Remove the cord rail from the canvas' keder cord. Install the cord rail in-place with self-drilling screws at the previously marked (step C) location.
  • Page 16 A new hole may need to be drilled into the boat frame, railing and/or arch to run the wires from the actuator to the helm. Locate the new hole by inspecting where the wires exit the actuator. Transfer this location to the boat’s frame, railing and/or arch. Drill a 3/4"...

  • Page 17: Wiring The Bimini System

    Wiring the Bimini System Connect the port and starboard actuators. Locate the dedicated momentary switch for the forward facing bimini system. Connect the white wire from the actuator harness (Fig. 23A) to one side of the switch. Connect the dark blue wire from the actuator harness (Fig. 23B) to the other side of the switch. Make sure the switch is properly connected to the positive and negative switch leads, then to the circuit protection as shown in the Wiring Diagram (Fig.

  • Page 18: Post-Installation Check

    Post-installation Check • Make sure actuators are securely fastened. • Make sure actuator wires are loomed and secured in-place. • Check all mounting hardware for looseness. Tighten as necessary. Operate the power bimini to verify successful installation. Before operating the power bimini, thoroughly inspect the area around the entire bimini assembly. Verify that nobody is in an area that will interfere with the motion of the bimini assembly.

  • Page 19: Notes

    Notes Page 19 Rev: 11.19.24 CCD-0008993...
  • Page 20 Lippert representative has been provided.  Any unauthorized use shall void any applicable warranty.  The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of Lippert.  Revised editions are available for free download from lippert.com.

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