Rhino Shelter ROUND-14W X 24L X 10H - Manual (Page 8)

Assembly Instructions Boat/SUV Storage 14x24x10
cross rail. Repeat this on the opposite side. Cover edge
flap should be on the outside of unit to repel rain or
snow.
Pay close attention to how tight the cover is put onto the
frame. It should be tight enough so it does not flap
around in the wind, but not so tight that it tears the
material cover. The fabric backed PE material of Rhino
Shelter units does not stretch. If you pull it so tight that
the fabric is stretched, a small amount of additional
stress from wind or contact can cause premature tears
and failure. Only tighten cover enough to remove
valleys between arch assemblies. Do Not over tighten.
Assembly Instructions V2.2
Please Do NOT Return Assembly to Dealer or Store. For All Assembly Questions or Shortages Please Call MDM Products Directly
Customer Service 800-447-7079 or 203-877-7070
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Step 4. Retighten or readjust the turnbuckles on both
the cover and end panels as needed. Retighten the
rope holding the main cover to the bottom cross rail.
Both the cover and the end panels should be
checked and tightened on a monthly basis.
MAINTANENCE & CARE
Annually or more often, the unit should be completely
inspected internally and externally to make certain the
unit remains properly installed and secured. Particular
attention should be paid to:
Hardware – check all carriage bolts and hardware
connectors to be certain they are in place and tightened.
Anchors – during normal weather trends, the unit will
strain against the anchors under windy conditions.
Anchor hardware connection to frame members should
be maintained tight and depth of anchors should be
checked to be certain they remain deeply and firmly set.
Snow Accumulation – all snow accumulation on the main
cover should be removed as soon as practical. The
days following a snowfall when the snow melts are when
the most damage can occur. Unit is not designed for
any amount of accumulated snow or ice. Tap the main
cover from the inside with a broom end to knock off any
accumulated snow.
Main Cover Lacing – the poly rope that secures the main
cover to the bottom rail of the frame assembly should be
checked, and adjusted as needed. The tension on the
main cover should be uniform from end to end and side
to side. Rope ends must be tied off onto the frame
members at the ends on each side.
Turnbuckle Adjustment – during normal wind conditions
and load, the doors and main cover adjustment points at
the turnbuckle should be checked and tightened as
necessary. The turnbuckles should be neither
completely extended nor taken up, so that turnbuckle
should be tight when in the mid range of overall
adjustment. If necessary, readjust rope tie off on
turnbuckle as needed to tighten or loosen as needed.
Cleaning – cover and doors can be cleaned with a
mixture of light detergent and water. A soft bristle brush
with the mixture can be used to loosen any hard dirt,
mold, or buildup on the cover. After cleansing, the cover
should be rinsed thoroughly to avoid any chemical
reaction from residual detergent. Allowing dirt and
debris to sit on cover over an extended time will damage
cover irreparably.
Severe Weather – in preparation for inclement weather,
completely secure the doors on both ends of your Rhino
Shelter garage. Allowing wind to enter either end lifts
the building and puts undue stress on the anchoring
system. This also shortens the life of the doors, zippers,
and main cover.
CUSTOMER SERVICE & ASSISTANCE
Please call MDM Products at 800-447-7079 or 203-877-
7070 for questions about the installation of the unit in
any way. Care and attention to a proper installation will
add many years of life and function to your Rhino Shelter
unit.
Please retain purchase documentation for your Rhino
Shelter unit. All warranty claims must include purchase
documentation for verification. All parts on your Rhino
Shelter unit are available for replacement as needed.
Protect your purchase by completing warranty
registration card and mail/fax as soon as practical after
installing your unit.