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Table Of Contents 21
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- Contents
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- Troubleshooting
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Table of Contents
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Parts Diagram
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Installing Side Rails
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Troubleshooting
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Inspection and Maintenance
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Safety Information
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Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
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Roll Up Truck Bed Cover
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND
OWNER'S MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing a Truck Bed Cover from WeatherTech
superior quality materials and workmanship. With proper care, your cover will provide years of
service and enjoyment.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Even if familiar with cover, read instructions prior to installation as
improvements may be made without notice. Always handle cover and components with care.
If you have questions or problems, have serial number ready and call customer service. When
done, these instructions must be given to the consumer.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER: Before using cover, read operating, maintenance and safety sections.
Save these instructions for future reference.
DATE PURCHASED:
WHERE PURCHASED:
SERIAL NUMBER:
Questions? (800) 441-6287
1 MacNeil Ct, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
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Summary of Contents for WeatherTech Truck Bed Cover
- Page 1 Roll Up Truck Bed Cover INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL Thank you for purchasing a Truck Bed Cover from WeatherTech . Manufactured with pride using ® superior quality materials and workmanship. With proper care, your cover will provide years of service and enjoyment.
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Page 2: Parts Diagram
PREPARATION This document is typically used with trucks that have 78" or longer boxes. Unpack cover components and clean truck box. COMPONENTS TOOLS NEEDED • (1) Alcohol pad • (2) 1/2” Wrenches • (8) Clamps • Marking pen • (2) Driver side rails •... -
Page 3: Installing Side Rails
1: INSTALLING SIDE RAILS NOTE: Some installs require special instructions. If required, follow special instructions for side rail attachment along with these standard instructions. A. Locate two side rail sections with matching profiles displayed in image below. B. Unroll hook and loop and slide into front side rail channel. C. - Page 4 1: INSTALLING SIDE RAILS (Continued) E. Position side rail with weather strip against Top of side rail flush Strike at rear inside lip of box. Push side rail forward until it with top side of box touches front of box. at front IMPORTANT: Ensure strike is positioned at rear of box.
- Page 5 1: INSTALLING SIDE RAILS (Continued) I. Adjust side rail flush with top of box, install second clamp on side rail 1/3 from front of box. Repeat clamping procedure. J. Adjust side rail flush with top of box, install third clamp at side rail splice (where two side rail sections meet).
- Page 6 2: APPLYING FRONT HEADER SEAL NOTE: For best adhesion, ensure air and surface temperatures are above 60° F. A. Ensure bulkhead is clean, wipe top surface with alcohol pad. IMPORTANT: Save alcohol pad for use in Step 3. Clean top of bulkhead B.
- Page 7 3. APPLYING REAR SEAL NOTE: For best adhesion, ensure air and surface temperatures are above 60°F. Side rail A. Clean underside of side rail with alcohol pad Edge of box saved in Step 2. Hold seal up to end of side rail, ensure end of seal contacts edge of box.
- Page 8 4: INSTALLING TENSION ADJUSTERS A. The cover comes pre-rolled in open position for ease of installation. Set pre-rolled cover on tailgate with front bar facing up. Align tension adjuster (marked “L”) on driver side of cover as shown. “L” left tension adjuster B.
- Page 9 5: MOUNTING COVER TO SIDE RAILS A. Set cover at front of box on side rails (behind cab) with front bar facing up. B. Roll front bar onto front side rails and fold/ tuck vinyl flap under front bar. Now, front bar will face down.
- Page 10 5: MOUNTING COVER TO SIDE RAILS (Continued) E. Center the front bar between the two side rails. Side rail Center front bar between side rails until space is equal at both ends NOTE: Before tightening, ensure the vinyl flap is tucked under front bar.
- Page 11 6: INITIAL OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS A. Unroll cover and place rear bar into strikes on side rails. Press down on rear bar to close (20-30 lbs pressure). The cover fabric may be tight. Over time, under tension, it will conform to its hardware and loosen slightly.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION Cover too loose Turn both tension adjusters counter clockwise to move front bar forward (see Step 6D). Cover too tight Turn both tension adjusters clockwise to move front bar back (see Step 6D). Gap between rear bar and tailgate Side rails set too high (see Step 6B). - Page 13 CLOSING ROLL UP COVER A. Release storage straps at front. Attach storage straps to retaining buckles located under front bar. B. Using both hands, unroll cover toward the tailgate. C. With tailgate down, position rear bar against strikes. Push down on bar until dual locking system secures under side rails.
- Page 14 OPENING ROLL UP COVER A. Open tailgate, pull down dual locking system's cord and rotate rear bar with other hand. B. Using both hands, roll cover toward the cab. C. Secure cover with storage straps. NOTE: See next page for storage strap adjustment.
- Page 15 STORAGE STRAP ADJUSTMENT A. To tighten storage strap, pull back on top layer of strap loop until strap is snug. B. To take out slack in loop, slide slip bracket down.
- Page 16 TIPS FOR A LONGER LASTING COVER • Keep cover closed when not in use. • Always seal cover edges the full length of box on both sides with hook and loop sealing system. • Keep the cover tight; cover should sound drum-like when tapped on. •...
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Page 17: Inspection And Maintenance
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE The operator can perform most of inspection and maintenance. It may be necessary to review the installation and operating instructions. • Periodically check and/or retighten clamps as needed. • Periodically check dual locking system to ensure latches fully engage side rails. •... -
Page 18: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not cover cargo higher than the cover. • Do not place object(s) on or against the cover or its framework at any time. • Always secure cargo to avoid shifting and damaging the cover or its parts. •... -
Page 20: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY WeatherTech extends the following five (5) year Limited Warranty for this Truck Bed Cover: ® WeatherTech warrants a period of five (5) years from the date of manufacture that its Truck Bed ® Cover is free from defects in workmanship, under normal use for the truck model it was intended for.
