Rhino Shelter EXT ROUND-12WX24LX8H - Manual (Page 8)

Assembly Instructions Extended Round Style 12 x 24 x 8
V2.2
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After covering bolt heads with tape, unpack the Main
Cover #RUC-10000 from the protective plastic
packaging. The line of grommets on the inside (white) of
the cover on the tie Down Flap run parallel to the sides
of the frame assembly for positioning. Once cover is
oriented properly to the Frame Assembly, pull Main
Cover over top of frame assembly from the side, being
careful not to snag the cover on any member, bolt, or
other obstruction. Center the Main Cover over the
Frame Assembly with the Main Cover colored side
showing from the outside of the unit.
Step 2. Loosen the 4 remaining turnbuckles completely.
Place the turnbuckles into hole in the foot of the end
arches on the outside of the end panel. Tie off the rope
coming out of the Main Cover rope slot on either side to
the turnbuckles. After tying off one end of the rope in the
Main Cover, pull the excess slack out of the rope and
cover. Hold the end of the rope and push directly down
with a foot onto the excess rope.
Temporarily tie the other end of the rope to the
turnbuckle. Go over the entire edge of the cover and
adjust the excess folds of material around the end so it is
evenly distributed around rope slot. Once the rope is
pulled tight and the cover is adjusted evenly over frame,
tie off the rope end to the turnbuckle. All slack should be
out of the rope at this time. Tighten the turnbuckle to
further tighten the cover if necessary. Ensure the cover
is centered. (this step may need to be repeated to
ensure a snug and centered fit)
Step 3. When the cover is completely aligned secure
each side of the cover to the bottom cross rail using the
ropes provided. Start at one end and tie off the rope to
the cross rail. Lace the rope through the grommets in
the cover and back under the tie-down 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 fabric 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.
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.