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Release retainer straps at front 
and using both hands roll cover 
out to rear of  box.

Now along side of  box, seal cover 
edges with hook and loop sealing 
system the full length of  cover on 
both sides. Pull with one hand - 
seal with other hand.

Position roll-up bar against 
strikes.  Push down on bar until 
autolatch locks in place.

Open tailgate on driver side 
release trigger latch and lift up 
on rear of  roll bar.

Securely fasten retainer straps to 
store the cover.

Using both hands, roll cover 
toward front of  box (not against 
the cab).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TO OPEN

Note: view opening and closing demonstration video on www.vanishcover.com

Manual Slide 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 washes.  
•  Avoid storing cover in its rolled-up  position for long periods of  time.
•  When cleaning, for best results use mild liquid soap and water. Never clean with petroleum or citrus base products. 
•  Periodically treat cover with our Formula 2 cleaner instead of  petroleum based products that may dry out and 

damage the vinyl.

•  Avoid allowing cargo to rub against cover while transporting, whether in open or closed position.

TIPS FOR A LONGER LASTING COVER

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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