Pace-Edwards SWITCHBLADE Dodge - Manual (Page 6)

HELPFUL MAINTENANCE HINTS
SWITCHBLADE ® SERIES
1. To open the cover, open your tailgate and squeeze (pinch)
together the Handle Tabs in the center on the underside
of the cover. This retracts the latches and the cover is free
to roll open into the canister.
2. To close the cover, pull on the strap to draw it back toward
the tailgate. When it is within easy reach, grasp the
handle by the hand grip and pull the cover to the latching
position against the tailgate.
3. To secure cargo under the cover in the bed simply lock
your tailgate
To assure quiet, smooth operation, apply a small amount of
Pace Edwards’ UV Protectant (or 303 brand protectant) to a
rag and wipe the underside of the sweep seal and the top of the
wear strip. Re-apply if the cover begins squeaking or sticking
during use. (Fig. 1)
Proper care and placement of the sweep seal will ensure the
smooth operation of the cover.
It is important to open and close the cover regularly; the spring
that operates the cover is self-lubricated and regular use assures
that it stays in proper working condition.
Periodically remove the Top Cover and clean out the canister.
Drain tubes may become clogged over time and should be
removed and cleaned. To remove the drain tubes reach under
the canister, grab the drain tube fi tting 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. 2 and/or Fig.7A)
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To help keep the SWITCHBLADE cover looking its best, we recommend washing it the same as caring for your
truck fi nish. However you should not wax your cover. Using a citrus-based vinyl cleaner and protectant such as
Pace Edwards Brand or the 303 brand will keep your cover looking like new. Alcohol, petroleum based or silicon-
based UV Protectants such as Armor-All should be avoided and ARE NOT recommended for our covers. They will
cause the cover to fade more somtimes crack.
FIG. 2
Retaining Tab
Canister
Drain Tube Fitting
Washer
Drain Tube
FIG. 1
COVER/
FABRIC PANEL
SWEEP SEAL
WEAR STRIP
RAIL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Handle Tabs