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A. Unroll cover and place rear bar into 
strikes on side rails and press down on bar 
to close (20-30 pounds pressure).

 

4. INITIAL OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

B. Close tailgate slowly - top of  tailgate 
should fit snug under cover bar. If  tailgate 
rubs bar too hard, raise rails by loosening 
rear clamps, adjust rails up and retighten 
clamps. If  there is too much gap between 
tailgate and cover bar, lower rails by 
loosening rear clamps, adjust rails down 
and retighten clamps.  Check cover tension 
by releasing trigger latch and open and 
close rear bar several times. It should snap 
down when closing. 

C. Cover fabric should sound drumlike 
when tapped on. If  adjustment is needed, 
roll cover open and 

to loosen turn EZ-

Dial Clockwise. To tighten turn EZ-
Dial Counter Clockwise. Always turn 
Dials in Equal amounts. 
See photo at left.

NOTE: For detailed operating instructions see page 6. 

D.When done, seal both sides of  cover with 
hook and loop system.

To loosen Cover

Turn Clockwise

To Tighten Cover

Turn Counter 

Clockwise

Summary of Contents for Vanish

Page 1: ... are made without prior notice Always handle cover and components with care to avoid damage If you find a part missing or defective or if you are having trouble installing this product please have serial number ready found on decal under rear bar by tailgate and call the customer service number on the back page When done these instructions and warranty information must be given to the consumer NOT...

Page 2: ...ont as pos sible and use a 1 2 wrench to tighten Tip Before using wrench on clamp make sure clamp teeth engage grooves on rail turn nut finger tight and then use wrench Temporary spring clamp Align outside edge of cover rail as shown with top of box rail at front center and rear TOOLS NEEDED 1 1 2 wrench for rail clamps 1 Tape measure or ruler 2 9 16 wrenches Protective eyewear 1 Spring clamp to h...

Page 3: ...oint of box and rail Now check rail for level See photo at left and illustration below If rail tilts up move clamps down and tighten If rail tilts down move clamps up and tighten 1 INSTALLING COVER SIDE RAILS CONT D Second clamp D Install third clamp as close to tailgate as possible See photo Make sure all clamps are placed in best up or down position for a level rail Then recheck all clamps to in...

Page 4: ...juster over until it engages under side rail See photo in Step 3 E for tension adjuster tab under side rail Push bar back and forth to line up holes do not turn dial wheel Insert bolt from top and nut from bottom C Hold bolt at top and tighten nut under side rail Repeat procedure for right hand tension adjuster D Center the front bar between the two side rails E Then tighten bolt left loose earlie...

Page 5: ... by loosening rear clamps adjust rails down and retighten clamps Check cover tension by releasing trigger latch and open and close rear bar several times It should snap down when closing C Cover fabric should sound drumlike when tapped on If adjustment is needed roll cover open and to loosen turn EZ Dial Clockwise To tighten turn EZ Dial Counter Clockwise Always turn Dials in Equal amounts See pho...

Page 6: ...de Lock use is optional is located under cover bar on passenger and driver side push slide lock to engage pull to disengage OPTIONAL USE Always keep cover closed when not in use Keep hook and loop sealed when cover is closed Keep the cover tight cover vinyl should sound drum like when tapped on Engage manually operated slide locks while traveling and before entering automatic drive through car was...

Page 7: ...g cover in windy conditions Periodically check and or retighten clamp bolts as needed Periodically check and or retighten front bar tensioning bolts as needed INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Inspection and much of the maintenance can be done by the operator It may be necessary to review the installation and operating instructions Periodically inspect the cover assembly Check for loose bolts and parts a...

Page 8: ...rail Refer to 1D Lopsided cover too much on one side Check front bar It must be centered side to side Refer to 3D Top of tailgate hits rear bar when Raise side rails at rear of box until tailgate closes without attempting to close pushing rear bar up Refer to 4B Manual slide locks too loose or Use 1 8 allen wrench and adjust set screw tighter or too tight looser as desired Lock performs best with ...

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