location. Be careful to avoid hitting the vehicle finish with the pencil. If the antenna
is not easily removed, see procedure #2.
2) Place the cover on the vehicle
except
for the fender or body panel where the
antenna is located. For example, if the antenna is located on the front fender on
the passenger side, roll or fold the cover away from the antenna and cover all the
remaining area of the vehicle. (
Do not
attempt to place the cover over the top
of t
he
antenna.) Center the cover, align both seams with the roof edges and be sure the
cover is pulled down evenly over the front and rear bumpers. Carefully unfold the
portion of the cover that is next to the antenna and position it next to the base of the
antenna. Recheck the overall positioning of the cover to make sure it has not moved
on the vehicle. Make sure the cover lies flat over the hood and roof areas of the
vehicle. Mark the cover with the location of the antenna base and
carefully make
a 3/4" hole
. Snap the plastic antenna grommet into the hole. It does not matter
which side of the grommet faces in or out.
When installing the cover, remember to place it over the antenna
before
putting the
mirror pockets over the mirrors.
REMOVAL
The following procedure will make it easier to remove and install the cover
whenever it is used.
CLEANING AND WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
Any cover will slowly collect dust on its underside, picked up from contact with the
surface of the vehicle. WeatherShield HD covers should always be washed using
larger commercial washing machines because of the extra volume of water used
for washing and rinsing.
NOTE -
Dirt on the cover's surface will degrade its ability to repel water. This
condition is termed "wet-out".
If you notice a deterioration in the performance of
your cover, please wash it first according to the following instructions.
Use a powder type detergent
WITHOUT
bleach. The detergent
MUST
be completely
dissolved in the water, before the washing process begins. Wash cover using
“Normal” or “Permanent Press” cycles in cold or warm water.
DO NOT WASH IN HOT
WATER!
Run cover through two or more rinse cycles - it is important that all the
detergent be removed. The cover can be dried in a dryer. Use the "Permanent
Press" settings.
DO NOT
use fabric softener. You may need to "fluff" the cover in
the dryer to assure all surfaces are dry. When the cover feels completely dry,
continue drying the fabric for an additional 20 to 30 minutes. This actually helps
revitalize the fabric encapsulation polymers.
Extensive testing by the Nextec Labs has identified three key cleaning points:
1 - Be sure the detergent is pre-dissolved in the wash water.
2 - The detergent must be rinsed thoroughly from the fabric (2 or 3 rinse cycles).
3 - Longer drying times equate to better performance.
Another way to clean the dust from either the inside or outside of the cover is to put
it on the vehicle and hose it off. To clean the inside, put the cover on the vehicle
inside-out (this can only be done if you do not have an external antenna). After rinsing
off the cover, leave it on the vehicle to dry. Then fold it and return it to the trunk or
usual storage place.
If the cover becomes soiled in a few spots, light brushing with a soft rag will remove
most dirt. For persistent soils:
1) Wet the soiled area with water.
2) Wash with a mix of water and powder detergent, working the lather
into the soiled area using a sponge.
3) Rinse thoroughly with water to remove all detergent residue.
4) Air dry completely.
OPTIONAL LOCKING DEVICE
Your new cover is equipped with plastic (non-scratch) grommets, reinforced into
the bottom edge on both sides of the cover. A plastic-coated, steel cable with
padlock and keys is available to lock through the grommets and secure the cover
to the vehicle. Consult your dealer for availability.
An added theft deterrent is the application of large letters on the sides of the cover.
Print your name or license number on the cover to make it uninviting to a prospective
thief. (Note - see warning for use of ink and markers)
1) Release both ends of the cover from under the bumpers.
2) Fold up both sides onto the top of the vehicle into a long pile approximately 2 feet
(60 cm) wide. (See Fig.B)
3) Start at the front of the vehicle and fold the cover in three foot (1 meter) folds from
the front to the back.
Figure "B"
Figure "C"
If you use the same procedure each time, you will find it only takes about a minute
to install or to remove the cover.
The elastic at each end of the cover will keep it in place under all normal conditions.
Use care in installing the cover on a car which has just been driven, to be sure any
hot exhaust pipes are given a few minutes to cool.