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SureShade

®

 

Power Bimini  

Sport Arm Kit

Installation and Owner’s Manual

(For Aftermarket Applications)

CCD-0003954

Introduction

The installation of LCI SureShade

®

 front sport arms to 

the Bimini frame adds structural strength to the overall 

SureShade Awning assembly during boating at moderate 

speeds, in gusty winds and inclement weather. LCI 

SureShade front sport arms are easy to install, easy to 

deploy and store away neatly and securely when not 

in use.
For information on the assembly or individual components 

of this product, please visit:

https://support.lci1.com/sureshade-power-bimini

NOTE: 

Images used in this document are for reference 

only when assembling, installing and/or operating this 

product. Actual appearance of provided and/or purchased 

parts and assemblies may differ.
Additional information about this product can be obtained 

fro

lci1.com/support

 or by using the myLCI app. 

Replacement kits can be ordered from 

https://store.lci1.

com/

 or by using the myLCI app.

The myLCI app is available for free on iTunes

®

 for iPhone

®

 

and iPad

®

 and also on Google Play

 for Android

 users.

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, iPhone

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Safety

Read and fully understand all instructions before installing 

or operating this product. Adhere to all safety labels.
This manual provides general instructions. Many variables 

can change the circumstances of the instructions, i.e., 

the degree of difficulty, operation and ability of the 

individual performing the instructions. This manual 

cannot begin to plot out instructions for every possibility, 

but provides the general instructions, as necessary, for 

effectively interfacing with the device, product or system. 

Failure to correctly follow the provided instructions may 

result in death, serious personal injury, severe product 

and/or property damage, including voiding of the LCI 

limited warranty.

THE “WARNING” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT 

A PROCEDURE HAS A SAFETY RISK INVOLVED 

AND MAY CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS PERSONAL 

INJURY IF NOT PERFORMED SAFELY AND WITHIN 

THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL. 

FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED 

IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS 

PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR SEVERE PRODUCT AND 

PROPERTY DAMAGE, INCLUDING VOIDING OF THE 

COMPONENT WARRANTY.

DO NOT REMOVE THE BOOT WITH THE BIMINI 

FRAME IN RADAR POSITION. REAR FRAME CAN 

FALL CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR 

DAMAGE TO THE BOAT.

•  NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE TOP WHILE 

THE BOAT IS IN MOTION.

•  NEVER EXCEED 25 MPH WITHOUT THE BOOT 

PROPERLY INSTALLED.

•  NEVER OPEN THE TOP IN EXCESSIVELY HIGH 

WINDS, WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS 

PERSONAL INJURY, SEVERE PRODUCT AND/OR 

PROPERTY DAMAGE.

•  NEVER TRAILER/TOW THE BOAT WITHOUT 

THE BOOT ON AND THE TOP IN THE FULL 

DOWN POSITION.

•  NEVER OPEN THE TOP WITHOUT THE 

CANVAS INSTALLED.

Summary of Contents for 2020134625

Page 1: ...tend the Front Sport Arms 11 Retract the Front Sport Arms 11 Troubleshooting 12 Maintenance 12 Notes 12 SureShade Power Bimini Sport Arm Kit Installation and Owner s Manual For Aftermarket Applications Power Bimini Front Support Kits Power Bimini Front Support Kits Part No Part No Description Description 2020134627 36 Bimini Front Support Kit Clear Silver Anodized 2020134628 36 Bimini Front Suppor...

Page 2: ...s product Adhere to all safety labels This manual provides general instructions Many variables can change the circumstances of the instructions i e the degree of difficulty operation and ability of the individual performing the instructions This manual cannot begin to plot out instructions for every possibility but provides the general instructions as necessary for effectively interfacing with the...

Page 3: ...hased THE CAUTION SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT A SAFETY RISK IS INVOLVED AND MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PRODUCT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF NOT SAFELY ADHERED TO AND WITHIN THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN PERFORMING SERVICE MAINTENANCE OR INSTALLATION PROCEDURES OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT TO CONSIDER WOULD BE HEARING PROTECTION GLOVES AND POSSIBLY A FULL FACE SHI...

Page 4: ...25 x 0 063 32 lng Clr Anodize 2 I 2020104413 Quick Release Bimini Top Hinge Assembly 2 J 853943 Screw 10 32 x 1 4 TRH PSV PH FT SST 4 K 853953 Screw 10 x 3 4 Zn RD HD Self drilling 6 L 853954 Screw 1 4 14 x 3 4 HWH PSV Hex SLFDR SST 2 Resources Required 1 2 people depending on the task Electric or cordless drill or screw gun Phillips head screwdriver 2 Phillips head drive bit 3 8 hex drive socket ...

Page 5: ...urement order the front sport arm that is longer than needed then modify as follows 1 Remove the end cap from the front sport arms Fig 2 2 Starting at the bottom of the sport arm use a tape measure and a pencil Fig 3 to indicate the measurement taken in the Preparation section step 1 measurement mark cut line Fig 3 pivot hole pivot hole sport arm end cap pivot hole 3 Use a hacksaw or chop saw equi...

Page 6: ...the H bracket that attaches to the front frame would be as high up the front frame towards top of bow as is possible so that the front sport arms are as close to straight up and down vertical and perpendicular to the top rail of the boat Such ideal positioning of the front sport arms is not always possible due to doors or furniture installed on the boat If that is the case start the installation o...

Page 7: ...racket over the top of the front sport arm aligning the hole of the snap bushings with the holes of the front sport arm Fig 8 C Insert the barrel nut Fig 9A into one hole of the H bracket and the barrel bolt Fig 9B into the other H bracket hole Hand tighten the H bracket in place NOTE Do not tighten the bolts at this time Removal of the H bracket for later installation on the front frame will be r...

Page 8: ...e A Place the locking plate Fig 13C as far forward on the top rail as possible without interfering with any obstructions on the boat i e doors furniture or until the front sport arm is straight up and down vertical and perpendicular Fig 13D to the top rail of the boat NOTE If the front support Fig 13D cannot be perpendicular to the top rail then the hinge plate Fig 13C should be forward of the H b...

Page 9: ... one to hold the barrel nut in place Fig 16A and the other screwdriver to remove the barrel bolt Fig 16B A B Fig 16 8 Remove the H bracket from the front sport arm and place it at the marked location on the front frame 9 Using an electric or cordless drill or screw gun and a 3 8 hex drive socket attach the H bracket with the 1 4 14 x 3 4 hex washer head self drilling screw Fig 17A through the cent...

Page 10: ...t sport arm installation and repeat steps 6 B and C 14 to install the second front sport arm Installation of the EZ Clip 1 Using a tape measure start at the H bracket and measure down along the face of the front frame of the previously installed H brackets to a distance no less than 2 from the bracket to no more than half way down the front frame Fig 21 Fig 18 A B marked lines top rail Fig 19 14 R...

Page 11: ...T STOP THE BOAT IMMEDIATELY LOWER THE BIMINI TOP AND SECURE WITH BOOT 4 Slide and hold the locking button down then insert the swivel barrel See figure 12 5 Release the locking button 4 Using an electric or cordless drill or screw gun and a Phillips head drive bit insert the 3 16 self drilling screw Fig 22A through the EZ Clip s center hole and tighten EZ clip A IF EXCESSIVE SHAKING OF THE BIMINI ...

Page 12: ... water dampened cloth NOTE If necessary a mild detergent may be used to remove stubborn dirt or stains Use clean water to rinse detergent off of the sport arms What is happening What is happening Why Why What should be done What should be done Swivel barrel not secured Debris lodged inside the locking plate Remove debris from locking plate Damaged or worn slide button spring Replace hinge assembly...

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