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SUNSTOPPER shade structure system INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS REV: AE-131121...
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Avoid the risk of electrical shock from overhead lines or electrical storms. Poly-Tex recommends contracting a licensed electrician to perform electrical work. Eye protection is recommended under all circumstances and hearing protection is recommended when cutting components with power tools.
LAYOUT COULD RESULT IN HAVING A SHORTAGE OF Provide 2,500 psi concrete, min. 4,000 psi with ON A SLAB PARTS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE SUNSTOPPER. 5% ± 1% air entrainment in frost zones. AS ACCURACY IN THIS PART OF THE WORK IS VERY...
GROUND STAND 24" MINIMUM IMPORTANT: DO NOT BYPASS THIS PROCEDURE After the SunStopper vertical posts are installed, install two 15" 1/4"-14 x 1" self-drilling screws through the wall of EACH CONCRETE PIER post and into the ground stand for a secure anchor.
Set up the frame using the fittings included with the parts, the Corner Fitting FT4026, the 3-way Fitting FT4003,and the 4-way Fitting FT4004 if applicable. If installing a 40' x XX' SunStopper, there will be (a) 4-way fitting(s) included in the bag of parts. The 4-way fitting is used to join FT4004 larger structures together and is not required on a 20' x XX' structure.
CORNER DIAGONAL BRACES The placement of the diagonal braces depends upon the size and shape of your structure. Refer to custom layout that was sent along with the manual. Install diagonal braces where layout dictates to ensure proper support of structure. "Bottom"...
DIAGONAL CABLE INSTALLATION SEE FIGURE 1 SEE FIGURE 2 8" "Sag" FIGURE 1 INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Remove one Ø5/16" Hex Nut from the inside of one corner fitting (FIGURE 1). Do not discard. 2. Attach the bracket on the non-turnbuckle end of the cable assembly to the top fitting as shown in FIGURE 1 using the Ø5/16"...
BUNGEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: CAUTION: WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN INSTALLING BUNGEE CORDS. 1. Insert Bungee Cord through Grommet in fabric. 2. Wrap cord around support. 3. Insert ball through loop. 4. Once in place, move Bungee so that ball is over the Grommet as shown.
SHADE CLOTH INSTALLATION WARNING: This product was not designed to support ANY amount of snow. Be sure all chances of snow accumulation have passed before installing the shade cloth. If, by chance, snow does accumulate on top of the shade cloth, IMMEDIATELY remove the bungee balls securing the shade cloth to allow snow to fall to the ground.
Limited Warranty Poly-Tex, Inc. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (1) year from date of invoice. This warranty is provided to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable.
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