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STEP 12: RELEASE HANDLE INSTRUCTIONS
If power is lost to the Ultragroove Electric unit or the electric drive system fails to operate and you have to use the
cover right away you can do the following to open or close the
cover:
1. You will need to gain access to the release handle located
on the driver side of the canister at the front of the truck
bed. Once you have access to it, Pull the handle out away
from the canister and pull out the handle kickstand behind
it.
2. Settle the kickstand into the notch on the handle to hold
the handle in place.
3. Now you should be able to push or pull the paneled
blanket manually open or closed.
NOTE: The blanket will not lock unless you disengage the
kickstand and lower the release handle. With the handle released the cover will move a short distance and the
cover will then lock itself in place. (Cover may not lock tightly against tailgate) This process will allow you to use
the cover until power is restored. It is not meant for extended or permanent use.
RELEASE HANDLE ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE
Maintenance of the Release Handle Assembly requires lubrication of the coupler located inside the canister.
This is done during factory assembly but may need to be done from time to time during the life of your cover.
A small lubrication hole is provided on the coupler that a fine tipped grease gun can inject a small amount of
grease into. A high quality waterproof wheel bearing grease is recommended.
To get to the coupler you will need to remove the rail clamps and end caps at the end of the rails. Use the
manual release handle and
manually
pull the blanket out the end of the rails until you have access to the
coupler inside the canister. Grease the coupler, cycle and spin it to distribute lubricant then reverse the process
to re-assemble the cover being sure to
manually
push the cover back into place in the canister.
(DO NOT USE
THE MOTOR TO RUN THE BLANKET INTO THE CANISTER OR YOU WILL DAMAGE THE RIB CAPS ON
THE EDGES OF THE BLANKET.)
MAINTENANCE
Drain Tube Fitting
Retaining Tab
Foam Washer
Canister
Drain Tube
FIG. 13A
After installation, if the cover is tight or hard to open and close,
the shimming may need to be re-adjusted.
Periodically remove the Top Cover and clean out the canister.
Drain tubes may become clogged overtime and should be
removed and cleaned. To remove the drain tubes reach under the
canister, grab the drain tube fitting and turn it while applying light
downward pressure. When the retaining tabs align with notches in
the bottom of the canister the Drain Tube and Fitting will drop out.
(FIG. 13A)
To help keep your Ultragroove Electric Retractable Tonneau Cover looking it’s best, we recommend washing it the
same way you wash your truck. However you should not wax your cover.
FIG. 12A
