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Diamondback SE Truck Cover Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual SE Truck Cover and Accessories Contact your local dealer with questions or concerns about installation of ► the DiamondBack Truck Cover and accessories. If no dealer is available, email info@diamondbackcovers.com or call 800-935-4002. Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IAMOND Installation .....................................23 Using the HD Rear Ladder Prop..............................23 II L ...............................25 ARGO ASTER ADDER Installation .....................................25 Cover Removal with the Pro II Ladder Rack ..........................26 WARRANTY ..................................27 WARRANTY REGISTRATION ............................. 28 Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 3: Read Before Proceeding

    The installation and use of any rail mounted accessory may cause minor aesthetic damage to the vehicle exterior. DiamondBack makes no claims or warranties whatsoever as to a particular vehicle’s ability to support rail mounted accessories without incurring damage. The 400 lb. load capacity applies to the DiamondBack SE Truck Cover only.

  • Page 4: Terminology

    EPDM Rubber Gasket (Weatherstrip) Structural Member Gas Spring “Cab” Panel Low-Profile Locking Handle Rod Guide Bracket 10. “Center” Panel 3/8” Steel Locking Rod 11. Stainless Steel Slip-Joint Hinges “Tailgate” Panel 12. Ball Stud Arm Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 5: Cover Installation

    If your truck does not have bed rails or a cargo track, see the “Alternative Cover Attachment: Turnbuckles” section on page 9. CENTER PANEL Weatherstrip Seal Bedrail Cap-Clamp Figure 1 Figure 2 Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 6: Adjusting Locking Rods

    For safe hauling, always key lock panels, and verify that the locking rods extend at least 1-1/2” under the bed rail in the locked position. Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 7: Attaching Gas Springs

    Cap Clamps, locking rod brackets, and set-screws may become loose due to regular road vibration. Check and tighten every time you haul with your cover. Attaching Gas Springs Always support an open cover panel while installing or removing gas springs. Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 8: Locking The Cover

    Panels must be key-locked before vehicle is placed in motion. Unlocked panels WILL open during transportation resulting in personal injury, death, damage to the cover, and loss of cargo. Diamondback Automotive Accessories, Inc. is not responsible for damage resulting from unlocked panels.

  • Page 9: Removing The Cover

    Alternative Cover Attachment: Turnbuckles Many flare side bed styles and compact model beds do not provide sufficient space to clamp to the bed rail. In these cases, turnbuckles can be used to attach the DiamondBack SE Cover. CENTER PANEL Weatherstrip...

  • Page 10: Proper Hauling

    Securing top loads: Failure to properly secure cargo, or hauling inappropriate cargo, may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. When hauling cargo on top of the SE Truck Cover, always use secure ratchet straps. Do not use bungee cords to secure gear. Always make sure cargo is supported in all directions.

  • Page 11: Trouble Shooting

    It may also be necessary to remove some of the load. If this is not an option, a bed rail reinforcing and shim kit is available from DiamondBack Truck Covers.

  • Page 12: Cargo Cleats (Sold Separately)

    11. Once the cleat is aligned with the edge of the cover, it is now possible to drill through the cleat for the second mounting hole. 12. Repeat steps 7-9 for the final bolt. Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.
  • Page 13 DRILL TEMPLATE Figure 13 Figure 13 Figure 13.1 Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 14: Diamondback Cab Guard

    12. Finally, drill this location from the underside of the cover and up through the cab guard bolt flange. 13. Place a carriage bolt in each of the holes and repeat steps 7-8. 14. Replace the cab panel on the truck. Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 15: Using The Cab Guard

    Do not stack lumber or other slender objects over the top of the guard; they may enter the cab in the event of an accident. Read and understand the Using Your DiamondBack section of the DiamondBack Truck Cover owner’s manual before attempting to haul objects on top of your cover. Failure to properly secure cargo, or hauling inappropriate cargo, may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 16: Hd Cab Guard

    Place a stainless lock washer on each bolt and tighten with a 5/16” stainless steel nut. Installation ***See the “DiamondBack Cab Guard Installation” section on page 14 of this manual for installation instructions. Using the HD Cab Guard Proper Hauling Techniques Always secure gear in all directions.

  • Page 17: Commercial Solutions

    1/4” Allen wrench Installation NOTE: For ease of installation, the DiamondBack Truck Cover should be installed prior to the Ladder Rack. Start with both the cab panel and the tailgate panel of the cover open. NOTE:The thickness of the ladder rack base plate elevates the cover panels when the cover is closed. In some cases, this height difference creates a gap in the cover’s weather strip, and may allow water to seep into the bed.
  • Page 18 NOTE: To ensure proper clearance between the DiamondBack Cover panels and the vertical posts of the ladder rack, the steel base plates must be as far towards the corners of the bed as possible.

  • Page 19: Using The Ladder Rack

    Always secure gear in both the side-to-side and front-to-back direction. Always use ratchet straps or other proper tie down devices while transporting a load. DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc. is not responsible for any property damage, personal injury, or death incurred while using any DiamondBack product.

  • Page 20: Ladder Rack Cab Guard

    Using the Ladder Rack Cab Guard The Ladder Rack Cab Guard is designed to protect the cab window of your truck while hauling with the DiamondBack Truck Cover. When the Cab Guard is not in use, it is designed to fold out of the way to allow the cab panel of the truck cover to be opened. To access cargo in the cab side of your truck bed, unlock the cab panel, release the Cab Guard spring latch and rest the Cab Guard down on the cab panel.

  • Page 21: Diamondback Side Toolboxes

    ***Dodge Ram Long Bed must use “Same Side Installation” shown in Figure 19. DiamondBack’s unique toolbox mounting system allows you to install up to four toolboxes (two sets) in all four corners of your bed. Side boxes must be installed after the cover has been installed on the truck.

  • Page 22: Diamondback Tailgate Protector

    Center the plate on the tailgate and verify that the plate will not interfere with any hinging or latching mechanisms as well as the inside of the truck bed and the underside of the DiamondBack Cover. Mark the position of the plate on the tailgate.

  • Page 23: Diamondback Rear Rack

    Using the HD Rear Ladder Prop The DiamondBack Rear Ladder Prop is designed to be used in conjunction with the DiamondBack HD Cab Guard to haul long objects safely above the vehicle’s cab. Read and understand the Using Your DiamondBack section of the DiamondBack Truck Cover owner’s manual before attempting to haul objects on top of the cover or prop system.
  • Page 24 Figure 23 Figure 24 Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 25: Kargo Master Pro Ii Ladder Rack

    Install the Kargo Master Pro II Ladder Rack using the instructions provided by Kargo Master. ***The DiamondBack Replacement Legs must be used in place of the standard Kargo Master Legs. The DiamondBack Replacement Legs will provide the proper height and clearance necessary to operate the DiamondBack Cover while the Kargo Master Rack is in use.

  • Page 26: Cover Removal With The Pro Ii Ladder Rack

    Slide the panel from its hinges and set it aside. To reassemble, simply slide the panel back onto its hinges and replace the roll pin. The roll pin can be pushed into the hinge pin with pliers or vise grips. Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

  • Page 27: Warranty

    DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc. hereby disclaims any and all other warranties, express or implied, including the implied warranty of fitness for a specific use. Diamondback Automotive Accessories, Inc. is not liable for any damages incurred, whether incidental or consequential, due to a breach of this Warranty. The terms of this Warranty shall not be changed in any way, by any person or party.

  • Page 28: Warranty Registration

    Please give us your comments: Installation: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Use and function of products: ______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Comments: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Please Mail to: DiamondBack Truck Covers, ATTN: Warranty Registration, 200 Shady Lane, Philipsburg, PA 16866 Or Fax to: 814-343-4856 Page Copyright 2007 DiamondBack Automotive Accessories, Inc.

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