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Evolution Hoop-Frame & Elite-Frame
Upgrade Kits Assembly Manual
IMPORTANT:
This manual explains how to assemble several different
upgrade kit options!
You won't use most of this book.
Also, most of the size of the book is caused by
all the images in it.
Open this manual, and you will get the information you need to
successfully complete your upgrade. You can do this!
Copyright May 9, 2024
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  • Page 1 Evolution Hoop-Frame & Elite-Frame Upgrade Kits Assembly Manual IMPORTANT: This manual explains how to assemble several different upgrade kit options! You won’t use most of this book. Also, most of the size of the book is caused by all the images in it. Open this manual, and you will get the information you need to successfully complete your upgrade.
  • Page 3 My Frame Details Use this page to record information about your frame and upgrade kit. This will be helpful if you ever need to call a Grace Company support technician. Original Frame: _________________________________________ Upgrade Kit: ___________________________________________ Date of Purchase: _______________________________________...
  • Page 4 Copyright © 2024 Grace Company. All rights reserved. Grace Company reserves the right to make improvements and changes to the product described in this publication at any time and without notice, and may revise this publication occasionally without notice. Grace Company provides this publication “as-is.” While every attempt at accuracy and clarity has been made in the preparation of this manual and its representation of the product, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors, omissions, or any damages as a result of said errors or omissions.

  • Page 5: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information The upgrade kit has a one-year limited warranty on all parts. Grace Company will, at its discretion, repair or replace any part(s) with material or manufacturing defects. The customer is responsible for all shipping costs. Upon receipt of the product, Grace Company will determine whether to repair or replace the defective product or part(s).
  • Page 6 Use the chart below to learn which parts of the instructions you need to follow. Thank you again for choosing us to help with your quilting projects. - The Grace Company Start Here: Which of these is your current frame? 8-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame...
  • Page 7 Which of these extension kits do you have? Box 5 Box 6 Box 6 & 7 (3-Foot Extension) (5-Foot Extension) (7-Foot Extension) You are upgrading from the You are upgrading from the You are upgrading from the Evolution Hoop-Frame to the Evolution Hoop-Frame to the Evolution Hoop-Frame to the 8-Foot Elite-Frame.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warranty Information ............ v Included Parts and Tools ..........ix Welcome to Your Evolution Upgrade Kit ....vi Taking Apart the Hoop Frame ................1 Part Reference Tables ...........2 Task 4 - Preparing the Front Rail ....... 11 Task 1 - Removing All Quilting Components ...4 Task 5 - Removing the Side Rails &...

  • Page 9: Included Parts And Tools

    Included Parts and Tools Note: Only some of the boxes in the following list are in your upgrade kit. • 2-Foot Extension uses Box 7 Your original frame either came with boxes 1, 2, & 3 (for the Hoop-Frame) or with boxes •...
  • Page 10 Included Parts and Tools (continued) Box 5 (3-Foot Extension Only) Middle Table Brace Star Rail - 3 ft Round Rail - 3-ft (x2) Middle Leg (x2) QEF-04-16815 QEF-09-16814 QEF-09-17102 QEF-04-15545 3-ft Table Assembly 8-ft Plastic Track Front Rail Clamp QEF-09-17119 PLA-05-11764 QEF-05-16505 Box 5: Inner Box 1...
  • Page 11 Included Parts and Tools (continued) Box 6 (5-Foot & 7-Foot Extensions Only) 5-ft Table Assembly - Middle Table Brace Star Rail - 5 ft Middle Leg 5-ft Extension (x2) QEF-09-17087 QEF-04-15537 QEF-09-17102 QEF-04-15545 Rail Coupler Round Rail - 5-ft (x2) 10-ft Plastic Track Star Rail Coupler Assembly (x2)
  • Page 12 Included Parts and Tools (continued) Box 7 (2-Foot Extension & 7-Foot Extensions Only) Middle Table Brace Middle Leg 2-ft Rail (x2) 2-ft Table Assembly (x2) QEF-09-17102 MET-04-11397 QEF-09-17151 QEF-04-15545 Rail Coupler Star Rail - 2 ft Star Rail Coupler 12-ft Plastic Track Assembly (x2) QEF-04-15538 CNT-09-11865...

  • Page 13: Taking Apart The Hoop Frame

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Note: If your original frame is the 8-Foot or 10-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame” on page 82 for the first set of instructions you need. Taking Apart the Hoop Frame To complete your upgrade from the Evolution Hoop-Frame to an Evolution Elite-Frame, first you must partially take apart the hoop frame.

  • Page 14: Part Reference Tables

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Part Reference Tables Instructions These tables are for your reference. They list all the parts from your hoop frame, and explain what to do with those parts. However, as you follow the instructions in this section, you will also be told what parts to set aside to use later, so if these tables feel unhelpful, you don’t have to use them.
  • Page 15 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Part Reference Tables (continued) 1st Appearance Quantity (Location Part or Tool Name Purpose in This Manual After Disassembly) T-handle Allen Wrench 4 mm 1 (loose) Install M6 screws Task 6 (Removing Connector Bolt M6 x 10 mm 10 (loose) Hold tracks to table the Tracks)

  • Page 16: Task 1 - Removing All Quilting Components

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 1 - Removing All Quilting Components Instructions Before you can install the upgrades to the Evolution Hoop-Frame, you must take apart some of the frame. Before you do that, you need to remove all quilting components from the frame. Note: Once you finish the upgrade, your frame will be set up permanently as a rolling frame.

  • Page 17: Task 2 - Removing The Take-Up Rail

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 2 - Removing the Take-Up Rail Parts & Tools Needed Allen Wrench 6 mm (with orig frame) Instructions Next, you need to remove the take-up rail from the frame. To remove the take-up rail, do one of the following: •...
  • Page 18 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 2 - Removing the Take-Up Rail (continued) Hoop Setup Push on the tab to open the right take-up rail holder. Right Take-Up Rail Holder Lift the take-up rail up and out of the holders. (If you want, you can close the rail holder when you’re finished.) Take-Up Rail Task Result: The take-up rail has been removed from the frame.
  • Page 19 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 2 - Removing the Take-Up Rail (continued) Rolling Setup Remove the hand wheel, hand wheel collar, M10 washer, and M10 x 55 mm SBHCS with the 6 mm Allen wrench. Set these aside. You’ll use them later. Washer M10 SBHCS M10 x 55 mm Hand...
  • Page 20 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 2 - Removing the Take-Up Rail (continued) Task Result: The take-up rail has been removed from the frame. The hand wheel is set aside to be used later.

  • Page 21: Task 3 - Removing The Machine

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 3 - Removing the Machine Instructions The next thing to do is remove your machine and bottom carriage from the frame so they are out of the way during the upgrade. Take the following steps to complete this task: With help from a friend, remove your machine and top plate (if applicable) from the frame.
  • Page 22 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 3 - Removing the Machine (continued) Task Result: Your machine and bottom carriage are removed from the frame and out of the way for the upgrade.

  • Page 23: Task 4 - Preparing The Front Rail

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 4 - Preparing the Front Rail Parts & Tools Needed Allen Wrench 2.5 mm (with orig frame) Instructions Now you need to remove and prepare the front rail for use in the upgrade. Take the following steps to complete this task: Use the 2.5 mm Allen wrench to remove the two M4 x 12 mm SBHCS from the bottom of the right front rail holder and then lift the top of the holder.
  • Page 24 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 4 - Preparing the Front Rail (continued) Pry the press-in cap out of the smaller end of the rail. Set both the rail and the cap aside. You’ll use them later. Press-In Task Result: The front rail is removed from the frame and prepared for the upgrade.

  • Page 25: Task 5 - Removing The Side Rails & Rail Holders

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 5 - Removing the Side Rails & Rail Holders Parts & Tools Needed Allen Wrench 5 mm (with orig frame) Instructions Next, you need to remove the side rails and the take-up rail holders from the frame. With the Elite-Frame setup, you will be using a third rail, so you will install a different set of rail holders later, as well as a slightly different set of take-up rail holders.
  • Page 26 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 5 - Removing the Side Rails & Rail Holders (continued) Unscrew the 3-wing knob from the take-up rail holder. Set the knob aside. You’ll use it later. 3-Wing Knob Take-Up Rail Holder Use the 5 mm Allen wrench to remove the two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS that secure the take-up rail holder to the frame, and then remove the rail holder.
  • Page 27 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 5 - Removing the Side Rails & Rail Holders (continued) Task Result: The side rails, logo plates, knobs, and take-up rail holders have been removed from the frame.

  • Page 28: Task 6 - Removing The Tracks

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 6 - Removing the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed T-handle Allen Wrench Allen Wrench 3 mm 4 mm (with orig frame) (Box 4, Hardware) Instructions Next, you need to remove the tracks from the frame. As part of making the frame longer, you’ll be adding more tracks later.
  • Page 29 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 6 - Removing the Tracks (continued) Lift or slide the two 5-foot metal tracks off the table. Set the tracks aside. You’ll use them later. Metal Track (x2) Task Result: The metal tracks are removed from the frame.

  • Page 30: Task 7 - Adjusting The Corner Braces & Legs

    Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 7 - Adjusting the Corner Braces & Legs Parts & Tools Needed Table or Work Surface Allen Wrench 5 mm (not included) Instructions The corner braces and legs need to be adjusted because your Elite-Frame needs to have more pieces added to it.
  • Page 31 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 7 - Adjusting the Corner Braces & Legs (continued) On the left side of the frame, loosen, but do not remove, the four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS on each of the two corner braces. Back SBHCS M8 x Corner...
  • Page 32 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 7 - Adjusting the Corner Braces & Legs (continued) Position the table near the right legs of the frame. You’ll be setting the table assembly on the table instead of the leg at the end of the next step. Table Assembly CAUTION: Do this step with the table prepared for you to set the table assembly on as soon as the leg is detached.
  • Page 33 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Task 7 - Adjusting the Corner Braces & Legs (continued) Task Result: The right leg has been removed from the frame, and the left leg is only loosely attached to the track assembly. The table assembly is resting on a table or other work surface.
  • Page 34 Taking Apart the Hoop Frame Congratulations! You have completed taking apart the Evolution Hoop-Frame. Next, you need to assemble the Evolution Elite-Frame upgrade that you purchased. Do one of the following: • If you purchased the 8-foot Evolution Elite-Frame (the 3-Foot Extension kit), then go to “Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade”...

  • Page 35: Completing The Hoop Frame To 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Note: If your original frame is the 8-Foot or 10-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame” on page 82 for the first set of instructions you need. Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Progress Checkpoint...

  • Page 36: Task 1 - Setting The Height Of The Middle Leg

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg Parts & Tools Needed T-handle Allen Wrench Right Leg Middle Leg Allen Wrench 5 mm (with orig frame) (Box 5) 4 mm Open-End Wrench...
  • Page 37 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Loosen the set screw on the new middle leg with the 4 mm Allen wrench. Middle Leg Set Screw   Remove the height screw, washer, and nut from the middle leg with the 5 mm Allen wrench and the 13 mm open-end wrench.
  • Page 38 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Reinstall the height screw, washer, and nut, and tighten the set screw. Set Screw Task Result: The middle leg is the same height as the other legs.

  • Page 39: Task 2 - Assembling The Tracks

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed 5-ft tracks (x2) Track Support 3-ft Table Assembly 8-ft Plastic Track (with orig frame, Connector (x2) (Box 5) (Box 5) removed earlier) (Box 5, Hardware)
  • Page 40 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Locate the 5-foot metal tracks you removed earlier. Each of them has two plastic tracks installed in them. They were used for the hoop frame. Slide all four plastic tracks out of the metal tracks. You can discard the plastic tracks, as they aren’t needed again.
  • Page 41 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Carefully flip the 3-foot metal tracks to expose the screw holes at the bottom. Screw Holes Screw Holes Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 3-foot metal tracks to hold the track support connectors in place.
  • Page 42 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 5-foot metal tracks to secure them to the connectors. Socket CSS M6 x 6 mm (x4) Flip the tracks over again.
  • Page 43 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Task Result: The 8-foot tracks are fully assembled. You’ll put them on the frame later.

  • Page 44: Task 3 - Installing The Table

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg Left Leg with 5-ft Table Middle Leg 3-ft Table Assembly SBHCS M10 x 100 mm SBHCS M8 x 55 mm SBHCS M8 x 20 mm SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2) (Box 5, Hardware)
  • Page 45 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the middle leg to the end of the 5-foot table assembly with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench. 5-Foot Table Assembly Middle Leg SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2)
  • Page 46 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the other side of the 3-foot table assembly to the middle leg with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2)  ...

  • Page 47: Task 4 - Attaching The Braces

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces Parts & Tools Needed SBHCS M8 x 16 mm Corner Brace A Corner Brace B Middle Table Brace (x20) (Box 5, Hardware (with orig frame) (with orig frame) (x2) (Box 5) &...
  • Page 48 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Loosely attach corner brace B and the reference card hook to the front-right corner of the frame using four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. Do not tighten the screws yet. Reference Card Hook SBHCS M8 x...
  • Page 49 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the 17 mm open-end wrench and the 6 mm Allen wrench, tighten the two M10 x 100 mm SBHCS and two M10 nylock nuts that you left loose. These items are located just above the middle leg, where the 3-foot and 5-foot tables meet.
  • Page 50 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the Allen wrench, tighten the two M8 x 20 mm SBHCS you left loose under each table assembly on the underside near the legs. SBHCS M8 x 20 mm (x2) SBHCS M8 x 20 mm (x2)  ...
  • Page 51 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Front of Frame Task Result: The braces are all attached and the frame is sturdy.
  • Page 52 Completing the Hoop Frame to 8-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Congratulations! You have upgraded to the 8-foot Evolution Elite-Frame. Now, use the instructions in the Evolution Elite-Frame manual that came with your upgrade kit (in box 5) to fully assemble your upgraded frame. Start with Part One, Task 5, where you’ll be installing the take-up rail towers.

  • Page 53: Completing The Hoop Frame To 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Note: If your original frame is the 8-Foot or 10-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame” on page 82 for the first set of instructions you need. Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Progress Checkpoint...

  • Page 54: Task 1 - Setting The Height Of The Middle Leg

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg Middle Leg T-handle Allen Wrench Allen Wrench 5 mm (with orig frame) (Box 6) 4 mm Open-End Wrench...
  • Page 55 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Loosen the set screw on the middle leg with the 4 mm Allen wrench. Middle Leg Set Screw   Remove the height screw, washer, and nut from the middle leg with the 5 mm Allen wrench and the 13 mm open-end wrench.
  • Page 56 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Reinstall the height screw, washer, and nut, and tighten the set screw. Set Screw Task Result: The middle leg is the same height as the other legs.

  • Page 57: Task 2 - Assembling The Tracks

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed 5-ft Tracks (x2) Track Support 5-ft Table Assembly - 10-ft Plastic Track (with orig frame, Connector (x4) 5-ft Extension (Box 6) (Box 6) removed earlier)
  • Page 58 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Locate the 5-foot metal tracks you removed earlier. Each of them has two plastic tracks installed in them. They were used for the hoop frame. Slide all four plastic tracks out of the metal tracks. You can discard the plastic tracks, as they aren’t needed again.
  • Page 59 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Carefully flip the 3-foot metal tracks to expose the screw holes at the bottom. Screw Holes Screw Holes Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 3-foot metal tracks.
  • Page 60 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 5-foot metal tracks to secure them to the connectors. Socket CSS M6 x 6 mm (x4) Flip the tracks over again.
  • Page 61 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Place a track support connector halfway into the ends of the 5-foot metal tracks. 5-Foot Metal Tracks (x2) Track Support Connector (x2) Carefully flip the long metal tracks to expose the screw holes at the bottom. Screw Holes (x4) Use the Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 5-foot metal tracks.
  • Page 62 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Flip the 2-foot metal tracks over and then slide them onto the track support connectors. Use the Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 2-foot metal tracks. Socket CSS M6 x 6 mm (x4) Flip the tracks over again.
  • Page 63 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Task Result: The 10-foot tracks are fully assembled. You’ll put them on the frame later.

  • Page 64: Task 3 - Installing The Table

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg Left Leg with 5-ft Table Middle Leg 5-ft Table Assembly SBHCS M10 x 100 mm SBHCS M8 x 55 mm SBHCS M8 x 20 mm SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2) (Box 6, Hardware)
  • Page 65 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the middle leg to the end of the 5-foot table assembly that is attached to the left leg with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench. 5-Foot Table Assembly Middle Leg SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2)
  • Page 66 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the other side of the second 5-foot table assembly to the middle leg with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2)  ...

  • Page 67: Task 4 - Attaching The Braces

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces Parts & Tools Needed SBHCS M8 x 16 mm Corner Brace A Corner Brace B Middle Table Brace (x20) (Box 6, Hardware (with orig frame) (with orig frame) (x2) (Box 6) &...
  • Page 68 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Loosely attach corner brace B and the reference card hook to the front-right corner of the frame using four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. Do not tighten the screws yet. Reference Card Hook SBHCS M8 x...
  • Page 69 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the 17 mm open-end wrench and the 6 mm Allen wrench, tighten the two M10 x 100 mm SBHCS and two M10 nylock nuts that you left loose. These items are located just above the middle leg, where the 5-foot tables meet.
  • Page 70 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the Allen wrench, tighten the two M8 x 20 mm SBHCS you left loose under each table assembly on the underside near the legs. SBHCS M8 x 20 mm (x4)  ...
  • Page 71 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Back of Frame Task Result: The braces are all attached and the frame is sturdy.
  • Page 72 Completing the Hoop Frame to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Congratulations! You have upgraded to the 10-foot Evolution Elite-Frame. Now, use the instructions in the Evolution Elite-Frame manual that came with your upgrade kit (in box 6) to fully assemble your upgraded frame. Start with Part One, Task 5, where you’ll be installing the take- up rail towers.

  • Page 73: Completing The Hoop Frame To 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Note: If your original frame is the 8-Foot or 10-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame” on page 82 for the first set of instructions you need. Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Progress Checkpoint...

  • Page 74: Task 1 - Setting The Height Of The Middle Legs

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Legs Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg Middle Leg (x2) T-handle Allen Wrench Allen Wrench 5 mm (with orig frame) (Box 6 &...
  • Page 75 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Legs (continued) For both middle legs, do the following: Loosen the set screw on the middle leg with the 4 mm Allen wrench. Middle Leg Set Screw  ...
  • Page 76 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Legs (continued) Reinstall the height screw, washer, and nut, and tighten the set screw. Set Screw Task Result: The middle legs are the same height as the other legs.

  • Page 77: Task 2 - Assembling The Tracks

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed 5-ft Metal Tracks 5-ft Table Assembly - 2-ft Table Assembly 12-ft Plastic Track (x2)(with orig frame, 5-ft Extension (Box 6) (Box 7) (Box 7) removed earlier)
  • Page 78 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Remove the four connector bolts in the 2-foot table assembly with the 4 mm Allen wrench. Two 2-foot metal tracks are now separated from the table. Set the connector bolts aside. You’ll use them later.
  • Page 79 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Place a track support connector halfway into each of the 3-foot metal tracks. Track Support Connector (x2) Carefully flip the 3-foot metal tracks to expose the screw holes at the bottom. Screw Holes Screw Holes Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 3-foot metal...
  • Page 80 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Flip the 5-foot metal tracks over, and then slide them onto the track support connectors.   Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 5-foot metal tracks to secure them to the connectors.
  • Page 81 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Align one set of 2-foot metal tracks to the right of the long metal tracks. Note the orientation of the metal extrusions, and make sure the extrusions face the inside of all the tracks. 3-Foot Metal Tracks (x2) 5-Foot Metal Tracks (x2) Metal...
  • Page 82 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Use the Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the long metal tracks. Socket CSS M6 x 6 mm (x4) Flip the 2-foot metal tracks over and then slide them onto the track support connectors.
  • Page 83 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Flip the connected tracks over again, and repeat steps 12–16, installing the second set of 2-foot tracks on the right of the long metal tracks. 5-Foot Tracks Second Set of...

  • Page 84: Task 3 - Installing The Table

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg Left Leg with 5-ft Table Middle Leg (x2) 5-ft Table Assembly SBHCS SBHCS M8 x 55 mm SBHCS M8 x 20 mm M10 x 100 mm (x4) 2-ft Table Assembly (x2) (with orig frame)
  • Page 85 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach a middle leg to the end of the 5-foot table assembly that is attached to the left leg with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench. 5-Foot Table Assembly SBHCS M8 x...
  • Page 86 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the other middle leg to the other end of the 5-foot table with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench. Middle SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (2)
  • Page 87 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) With four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench, loosely attach the 2-foot table assembly to the middle legs. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x4) Attach the 5-foot tables to the 2-foot table with four M10 x 100 mm SBHCS, four M10 washers, and four M10 nylock nuts.

  • Page 88: Task 4 - Attaching The Braces

    Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces Parts & Tools Needed SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x32) (Box 6 & 7, Corner Brace A Corner Brace B Middle Table Brace Hardware (with orig frame) (with orig frame) (x4) (Box 6 &...
  • Page 89 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Loosely attach corner brace B and the reference card hook to the front-right corner of the frame using four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. Do not tighten the screws yet. Reference Card Hook SBHCS M8 x...
  • Page 90 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the 17 mm open-end wrench and the 6 mm Allen wrench, tighten the four M10 x 100 mm SBHCS and four M10 nylock nuts that you left loose. These items are located just above the middle legs, where the 5-foot tables meet the 2-foot table.
  • Page 91 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the Allen wrench, tighten the two M8 x 20 mm SBHCS you left loose under the tables on the left and right legs. SBHCS M8 x 20 mm (x4)  ...
  • Page 92 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Back of Frame Task Result: The braces are all attached and the frame is sturdy.
  • Page 93 Completing the Hoop Frame to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Congratulations! You have upgraded to the 12-foot Evolution Elite-Frame. Now, use the instructions in the 12-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame manual that came with your upgrade kit (in box 7) to fully assemble your upgraded frame. Start with Part One, Task 5, where you’ll be installing the take-up rail towers.

  • Page 94: Preparing To Upgrade An Elite-Frame

    Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Note: If your original frame is the Evolution Hoop- Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Taking Apart the Hoop Frame” on page 1 for the first set of instructions you need. Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame If you are upgrading from an 8-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame to a 10-Foot Elite-Frame or upgrading from a 10-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame to a 12-Foot Elite-Frame, first you must partially take apart your original...

  • Page 95: Task 1 - Removing All Quilting Components

    Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 1 - Removing All Quilting Components Instructions Before you can install the upgrades to the Evolution Elite-Frame, you must take apart some of the frame. Before you can do that, you need to remove all quilting components from the frame. Take the following steps to remove the quilting materials from the frame: If needed, remove the front rail clamps.

  • Page 96: Task 2 - Preparing The Rails

    Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 2 - Preparing the Rails Parts & Tools Needed Allen Wrench 6 mm T-handle Allen Wrench Allen Wrench 2.5 mm (with orig frame) 4 mm (with orig frame) (with orig frame) Instructions The next thing to do is to remove the rails from the frame and prepare them for use in the upgrade.
  • Page 97 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 2 - Preparing the Rails (continued) Turn the rail until the screw holes are visible, and locate the side of the rail with the rail cap on the end. Screw Hole (x4) Rail Cap  ...
  • Page 98 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 2 - Preparing the Rails (continued) Take the bottom carriage off the frame. Set it somewhere nearby, but out of the way. To prepare the quilt-backing rail for the upgrade, do the following: Lift the ratchet lever on the upper side rail holder on the right of the frame. With the ratchet lever up, you have access to the screw underneath.
  • Page 99 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 2 - Preparing the Rails (continued) Slide the star rail out of the left and right rail holders. Star Rail Turn the rail until the screw holes are visible, and locate the side of the rail with the rail cap on the end.
  • Page 100 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 2 - Preparing the Rails (continued) To prepare the quilt-top rail for the upgrade, do the following: Open the ratchet lever on the lower rail holder on the right side of the frame to access the screw underneath it.
  • Page 101 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 2 - Preparing the Rails (continued) Turn the rail until the screw holes are visible, and locate the side of the rail with the rail cap on the end. Screw Hole (x4) Rail Cap  ...

  • Page 102: Task 3 - Removing The Tracks

    Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 3 - Removing the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed T-handle Allen Wrench Allen Wrench 3 mm 4 mm (with orig frame) Instructions As part of the upgrade, you are going to increase the length of the tracks. Therefore, you must remove the current tracks from the frame.
  • Page 103 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 3 - Removing the Tracks (continued) Remove the 16 (for the 8-Foot Elite-Frame) or 20 (for the 10-Foot Elite-Frame) connector bolts on the underside of the tracks assemblies with the 4 mm Allen wrench. The two 8-foot or 10-foot tracks are now separated from the table.
  • Page 104 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 3 - Removing the Tracks (continued) Task Result: The metal tracks have been removed from the frame.

  • Page 105: Task 4 - Adjusting The Braces & Legs

    Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs Parts & Tools Needed Open-End Wrench Allen Wrench 5 mm Table or Work Surface 14 mm and 17 mm Allen Wrench 6 mm (with orig frame) (not included) (with orig frame) Instructions The braces and legs need to be adjusted because your upgraded Elite-Frame needs to have another...
  • Page 106 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) On the right side of the frame, use the 5 mm Allen wrench to loosen, but not remove, the two M8 x 20 mm SBHCS on the underside of the right leg, and the two M8 x 55 mm SBHCS on the side of the table.
  • Page 107 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) Near the middle leg, loosen, but do not remove, the two M10 x 100 mm SBHCS and two M10 nylock nuts that hold the table assemblies together. Use the 6 mm Allen wrench and the 17 mm open-end wrench.
  • Page 108 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) Position the table near the left legs of the frame. You’ll be setting the table assembly on the table instead of the leg at the end of the next step. Table Assembly CAUTION: Do this step with the table prepared for you to set the table assembly on as soon as...

  • Page 109: Adjusting The 10-Foot Frame

    Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) Task Result: The left leg has been removed from the frame. The right and middle legs are only loosely attached to the table assemblies. The table assembly is resting on a table or other work surface.
  • Page 110 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) On the left side of the frame, loosen, but do not remove, the four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS on each of the two corner braces. Front SBHCS M8 x Corner 16 mm (x8)
  • Page 111 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) For the middle leg, on the left side, loosen, but do not remove, the two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS. Left Side SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2)  ...
  • Page 112 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) For the front middle brace, using the 5 mm Allen wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the three M8 x 16 mm SBHCS on the left side and left underside of the brace. Front Middle Brace SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x3) On the right side of the front middle brace, fully remove the three M8 x 16 mm SBHCS.
  • Page 113 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) On the right side of the back middle brace (your left as you face the frame from the back), fully remove the three M8 x 16 mm SBHCS. Set the screws aside. You’ll use them later. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x3) Make sure the table is set up near the middle leg of the frame.
  • Page 114 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Task 4 - Adjusting the Braces & Legs (continued) Task Result: The frame has been separated into two halves. One half is still attached to the middle leg, while the other half is resting on the table.
  • Page 115 Preparing to Upgrade An Elite-Frame Congratulations! You have prepared to upgrade your Elite-Frame. Next, you need to assemble the Evolution Elite-Frame upgrade that you purchased. Do one of the following: • If you are upgrading from an 8-Foot Frame to a 10-Foot Frame, go to “Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade”...

  • Page 116: Completing The 8-Foot To 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade

    Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Note: If your original frame is the Evolution Hoop- Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Taking Apart the Hoop Frame” on page 1 for the first set of instructions you need. Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Progress Checkpoint...

  • Page 117: Task 1 - Setting The Height Of The Middle Leg

    Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg Parts & Tools Needed Left Leg Middle Leg T-handle Allen Wrench Allen Wrench 5 mm (with orig frame) (Box 7) 4 mm Open-End Wrench 10 mm and 13 mm (with orig frame) Instructions...
  • Page 118 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Loosen the set screw on the new middle leg with the 4 mm Allen wrench. Middle Set Screw   Remove the height screw, washer, and nut from the middle leg with the 5 mm Allen wrench and the 13 mm open-end wrench.
  • Page 119 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Reinstall the height screw, washer, and nut, and tighten the set screw. Set Screw Task Result: The new middle leg is the same height as the other legs.

  • Page 120: Task 2 - Assembling The Tracks

    Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed 8-ft Metal Tracks Track Support 2-ft Table Assembly 12-ft Plastic Track (x2) (with orig frame, Connector (x2) (Box 7) (Box 7) removed earlier) (Box 7, Hardware) Socket CSS T-handle Allen Wrench...
  • Page 121 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Remove the four connector bolts on the 2-foot table assembly with the 4 mm Allen wrench. The two 2-foot metal tracks are now separated from the table. Set the connector bolts aside. You’ll use them later.
  • Page 122 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Place a track support connector halfway into the end of the shortest section of each of the long metal tracks. Track Support Connector (x2) Carefully flip the long metal tracks to expose the screw holes at the bottom. Screw Holes (x4) Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the long metal...
  • Page 123 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Flip the 2-foot metal tracks over, and then slide them on the track support connectors. 2-Foot Metal Tracks (x2) Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 2-foot metal tracks to secure them to the connectors.
  • Page 124 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Roll out the four 12-foot plastic tracks until they are flat. 12-Foot Plastic Tracks (x4) Measure 2 feet from the end of each plastic track. Use tape, a highlighter, or a pencil to mark the measurement on the track.
  • Page 125 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Slide two 10-foot plastic tracks into each metal track assembly. 10-Foot Plastic Track (x4) Task Result: The 10-foot tracks are fully assembled. You’ll put them on the frame later.

  • Page 126: Task 3 - Installing The Table

    Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 3 - Installing the Table Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg with 8-ft Left Leg Middle Leg 2-ft Table Assembly Table Assembly SBHCS M10 x 100 mm SBHCS M8 x 55 mm SBHCS M8 x 20 mm Washer M8 (x2)
  • Page 127 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Using two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench, loosely attach the middle leg to the end of the 8-foot table assembly that is attached to the right leg. 8-Foot Table Assembly...
  • Page 128 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the other side of the 2-foot table to the middle leg with two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2) Attach the 2-foot and 5-foot table assemblies together with two M10 x 100 mm SBHCS, two M10 washers, and two M10 nylock nuts.

  • Page 129: Task 4 - Attaching The Braces

    Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade ***Shift+Ctrl+Click to add Task Name*** Task 4 - Attaching the Braces Parts & Tools Needed SBHCS M8 x 16 mm Corner Brace A Corner Brace B Middle Table Brace (x20) (Box 7 & (with orig frame) (with orig frame) (x2, Box 7)
  • Page 130 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Loosely attach corner brace A to the front-left corner of the frame using four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the Allen wrench. Do not tighten the screws yet. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x4) Corner Brace A...
  • Page 131 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the 17 mm open-end wrench and the 6 mm Allen wrench, tighten the four M10 x 100 mm SBHCS and four M10 nylock nuts that you left loose. These items are located just above the middle legs, where the 5-foot table meets the 2-foot and 3-foot tables.
  • Page 132 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the Allen wrench, tighten the two M8 x 20 mm SBHCS you left loose under the tables on the left and right legs. SBHCS M8 x 20 mm (x4)  ...
  • Page 133 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Back of Frame Task Result: The braces are all attached and the frame is sturdy.
  • Page 134 Completing the 8-Foot to 10-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Congratulations! You have upgraded to the 10-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame. Now, use the instructions in the Evolution Elite-Frame manual that came with your original frame to fully assemble your upgraded frame. Start with Task 7, where you’ll be attaching and aligning the tracks. From this point on, the assembly process is nearly the same as if you are assembling the 8-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame again.

  • Page 135: Completing The 10-Foot To 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade

    Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Note: If your original frame is the Evolution Hoop- Frame, then these instructions don’t apply to you. Go to “Taking Apart the Hoop Frame” on page 1 for the first set of instructions you need. Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Progress Checkpoint...

  • Page 136: Task 1 - Setting The Height Of The Middle Leg

    Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg Parts & Tools Needed T-handle Allen Wrench Middle Leg Middle Leg Allen Wrench 5 mm (with orig frame) (Box 7) 4 mm (with orig frame) (with orig frame) Open-End Wrench 10 mm and 13 mm...
  • Page 137 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Loosen the set screw on the new middle leg with the 4 mm Allen wrench. Middle Leg Set Screw   Remove the height screw, washer, and nut from the middle leg with the 5 mm Allen wrench and the 13 mm open-end wrench.
  • Page 138 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 1 - Setting the Height of the Middle Leg (continued) Reinstall the height screw, washer, and nut, and tighten the set screw. Set Screw Task Result: The new middle leg is the same height as the other legs.

  • Page 139: Task 2 - Assembling The Tracks

    Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed 10-ft Metal Tracks Track Support 2-ft Table Assembly 12-ft Plastic Track (x2) (with orig frame, Connector (x2) (Box 7) (Box 7) removed earlier) (Box 7, Hardware) Socket CSS T-handle Allen Wrench...
  • Page 140 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Locate the 10-foot metal tracks you removed earlier from the original frame. Examine them, and note the shortest section of them. (The tracks have a 3-foot, 5-foot, and 2-foot section.) Metal Track (x2) Shortest Section 3-Foot Track...
  • Page 141 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Carefully flip the long metal tracks to expose the screw holes at the bottom. Screw Hole (x4) Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the long metal tracks to hold the track support connectors in place.
  • Page 142 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Use the 3 mm Allen wrench to install two M6 x 6 mm Socket CSS into each of the 2-foot metal tracks to secure them to the connectors. Socket CSS M6 x 6 mm (x4)  ...
  • Page 143 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 2 - Assembling the Tracks (continued) Task Result: The 12-foot tracks are fully assembled. You’ll put them on the frame later.

  • Page 144: Task 3 - Installing The Table

    Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table Parts & Tools Needed Right Leg Left Leg with 5-ft Table Middle Leg 2-ft Table Assembly with 5-ft Table and Middle Leg Nylock Nut M10 SBHCS M10 x 100 mm Washer M10 SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x4, Box 7, Hardware &...
  • Page 145 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) Loosely attach the middle leg to the 5-foot table, using two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x2) Line up the two assembled tables so there is about 2 feet of space between the middle legs.
  • Page 146 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 3 - Installing the Table (continued) With four M8 x 16 mm SBHCS and the 5 mm Allen wrench, loosely attach the 2-foot table to the middle legs. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x4) Attach the 5-foot tables to the 2-foot table with four M10 x 100 mm SBHCS, four M10 washers, and four M10 nylock nuts.

  • Page 147: Task 4 - Attaching The Braces

    Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces Parts & Tools Needed SBHCS M8 x 16 mm Open-End Wrench Middle Table Brace (x18) (Box 7, Hardware Allen Wrench 6 mm (x2, Box 7) 14 mm and 17 mm &...
  • Page 148 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) For the front middle brace on the right side, loosely attach the brace to the 2-foot and 5-foot tables using six M8 x 16 mm SBHCS. SBHCS M8 x 16 mm (x6) Middle Brace For the back middle brace on the left side of the frame (your right as you face the back of...
  • Page 149 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the 17 mm open-end wrench and the 6 mm Allen wrench, tighten the four M10 x 100 mm SBHCS and the four M10 nylock nuts that you left loose. These items are located just above the two middle legs, where the 2-foot table meets each of the 5-foot tables.
  • Page 150 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) With the Allen wrench, tighten the two M8 x 20 mm SBHCS you left loose under each 5-foot table on the underside near the legs. SBHCS M8 x 20 mm (x4)  ...
  • Page 151 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Task 4 - Attaching the Braces (continued) Back of Frame Task Result: The braces are all attached and the frame is sturdy.
  • Page 152 Completing the 10-Foot to 12-Foot Elite-Frame Upgrade Congratulations! You have upgraded to the 12-Foot Evolution Elite-Frame. Now, use the instructions in the Evolution Elite-Frame manual that came with your upgrade kit (in box 7) to fully assemble your upgraded frame. Start with Task 7, where you’ll be attaching and aligning the tracks.
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