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future reference.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THIS COVER.
Actual parts may vary from those shown in this booklet.
Installation Manual
SRT-2®MANUAL AND ELECTRIC IN-
STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND
OWNER’S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This owner’s manual applies to the SRT-2®Manual Operated Tarp and the
SRT-2®Electric Operated Tarp System. For your convenience, the following
symbols appear throughout these instructions to aid in installing, operating
and maintenance of your tarp system.
This symbol indicates steps that apply to the manual
crank tarp.
This symbol indicates steps that apply to the electric
motor operated tarp.
Both symbols indicate steps that apply
to both the manual crank and electric
operated tarp systems.
FOR YOUR RECORDS:
DATE PURCHASED
WHERE PURCHASED
SERIAL NUMBER
PREPARATION/TOOLS .............................................................................Pages 3 - 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................Pages 5 - 32
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION........................Pages 33 - 34
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................Page 34
PARTS AND DIAGRAMS..............................................................................Pages 35-38
TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................... Page 39
FASTENERS AND HARDWARE............................................................... Pages 40-43
WARRANTY..................................................................................................Back Cover
NOTICE TO CONSUMER: This owner’s manual applies to the
SRT-2®Spool Roll Tarp. Before using this product, read the
operating instructions, maintenance and safety sections of
this owner’s manual and save for future reference.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: It is recommended you take the time to read
these instructions carefully before installing this cover even if already
familiar with the product. Often improvements are made without prior
notice. Always handle components with care to avoid personal injury or
damage to components. If you nd a part missing or defective, or if you are
having trouble installing this product, please have serial number ready (found
on decal included with kit) and call the customer service number on the back
page. When done, these instructions must be given to the customer.
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IMPORTANT NOTES:
The truck or trailer on which installation is being done must be parked on
a level surface. This prevents box from twisting, which can cause a poor
installation.
Box must be square and straight. Center must not be pulled together or
spread apart. Make adjustments prior to installation.
Inspect box for sharp edges or points that make contact with tarp and/or
cables. Remove or grind smooth.
It may be necessary to remove or reposition ladders or other devices that
may interfere with tarp. If any modications to box are needed, consult box
manufacturer.
If you have an extension on top of your box, make sure it is secure by bolting
in place.
Most fasteners used in this installation are a 3/8” x 1” self threading bolt. A
5/16” hole must be drilled to obtain correct tap drill hole size. Attach these
bolts only to secure structures on box. In some cases it will be necessary
to use washer and nuts or other types of fasteners (NOT FURNISHED) to
ensure a solid anchor.
Before you begin, measure the outer length and width of your box. Also mea-
sure the length of the tarp and the width of the end caps to ensure you have
received the correct size. The tarp must measure between 8” and 16” shorter
than the box length. The end caps must be at least 1/2” narrower than box
width, usually 1/2” to 3” narrower. NOTE: Some systems may require end
cap variations which will result in short outer tarp lengths.
PREPARATION
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STAINLESS STEEL KIT ONLY
A) 5/16” x 1” stainless steel bolts, nuts and washers: Use these for
bolting end cap to end cap bracket.
B) 3/8” x 1” stainless steel bolts, nuts and washers: Use these when
bolting the following parts to box wall: end caps, end cap brackets, tarp
stop brackets, latch plate, cord corner guides, handle holder or pivot arm
mount. When possible, use nuts and washers with these bolts.
C) 3/8” x 1” non-stainless steel self threading bolts: Use these to cut
threads into 5/16” holes in area where you cannot get at to turn nuts on.
Drill 5/16” hole. Turn 3/8” x 1” self threading bolt in hole to cut threads,
then turn it back out. Turn 3/8” x 1” stainless steel bolt in for attachment.
Tools & Equipment
Most installations will require use of all these items
Tools for Manual and Electric Install
Additional Tools for Electric Install
CAUTION: To avoid galling of stainless steel hardware,
use anti-galling spray, grease or lubricant on threads
and avoid high speed when fastening. Do not use
impact tools for stainless steel hardware.
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- Protective eyewear
- Marking pencil
- Step ladders or scaffolding
- Lock pliers
- Drill with 5/16” and 3/8” drill bits
- Tape measure
- Impact wrench with 9/16” socket
- Two 1/2” wrenches, a 9/16” and 3/4” wrench
- Hammer
- Drill with 3/16”, 7/32” and 11/16” drill bits, #3 Phillips driver bit
- 3/8” wrench
- Heat gun
- #25 Torx driver
- Torque wrench (inch lbs.)
- 1/8” Allen wrench
- #1 Phillips head screw driver
PREPARATION (Continued)
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before adhering weather
seal, make sure end caps will t
box. Sometimes caps may need to
be trim cut for special situations.
(See Figure 1B and installation tip
on page 6)
1) Align weather seal as shown. Test
t end cap and adjust seal location as
needed for optimum seal.
2) Adhere weather seal at both ends
of end cap.
3) Push down on end cap to compress
seal and hold. Then proceed to next
step for end cap installation.
A. WEATHER SEAL
Clean underside of cap before adhering weather seal. Repeat on each end
of front and rear end cap.
End cap
Factory
installed
edge
guard
Align
weather
seal
Tarp
Push end cap down
tight against top of box. IMPORTANT: Sharp edges cause
tarp damage not covered by war-
ranty. Make sure ends of end caps
are installed tight to box. Always
inspect areas where tarp closes
around end caps and top corner
of box and make required adjust-
ments to avoid tarp damage.
NOTE: Some kits do not include weather seal, if weather seal is not
included in kit proceed to Step 1B.
1. MOUNTING THE END CAPS
Approx. 1/2”
Edge
Seal
Weather
seal
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CAUTION: DO NOT STAND OR WALK ON END CAP
TIP: Sometimes it is necessary to modify end caps for proper t by
notching overhang, removing protruding objects from box, or by trim
cutting end caps shorter if too wide for box. Both front and rear end
caps should measure at least 1/2” narrower than top of box.
FIGURE 1B
Front end cap
Maintain
equal dim.
on both
sides
End cap must be
shorter than box
1/2” min.
1-1/2” max.
3/8” x 1” self threading
bolts at each hole in end cap
FRONT VIEW OF END CAP
B. FRONT END CAP
Center side mount style end cap on front of box. Hold rmly in place against
box, drill 5/16” holes in box wall at each factory hole in end cap. Fasten with
3/8” x 1” self threading bolts.
1. MOUNTING THE END CAPS (Continued)
NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 4 for bolting procedures
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FIGURE 1C
Tilt up 1/4”
at center
Sealing rib in end cap
(do not place a bow here)
End cap bracket, 2
per end cap (inside
of box shown)
3/8” x 1” self threading
bolts turned into 5/16”
tap hole
5/16” x 1” bolts,
at washers, lock
washers and nuts
SIDE VIEW OF FRONT END CAP
C. END CAP BRACKETS
Center end cap brackets underneath sealing rib of end cap and butt up
against inside of box. Mark center locations of slotted holes. Drill 5/16” holes
and use 3/8” x 1” self threading bolts to secure bracket to inside of box. Next,
drill 5/16” holes in center of slotted holes through end cap. Make sure cap is
tilted up 1/4” and bolt in place with 5/16” x 1” bolt, at washer, lock washer
and nut.
1. MOUNTING THE END CAPS (Continued)
NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 4 for bolting procedures
NOTE: Some kits require non-standard end caps. These kits will have
front style side mount end caps. Skip rear end cap instructions and
follow front end cap instructions for end cap at rear of box.
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TIP: If box has uneven
layer of metal at top
where end cap mounts,
apply adhesive seal
tape and shim with
washers (not included
with kit) under end cap
at each bolt.
Sealing rib in end cap
(do not place a bow here)
Tilt up 1/4” at center
End cap bracket
5/16” x 1” bolts, at washers,
lock washers and nuts
3/8” x 1” self threading bolts
turned into 5/16” tap hole
All self threading bolts shown partially turned in
to allow end cap slots to slide under screw head,
then nish tightening.
1/4” overhang at
rear of box
FIGURE 1D
Washer shim
at each bolt
location Gap area lled with
sealing tape Extra layer of metal
D. REAR END CAP
Center top mount style rear end cap on back of box. Position end caps to
overhang back of box by 1/4”. Mark deepest location at each slotted hole
on top of box at rear of end cap. After marks are made remove end cap, drill
5/16” holes at these locations. Turn 3/8” x 1” self threading bolts halfway
in. Slide end cap slot under bolt heads. Ensure 1/4” overhang and nish
tightening bolts. Install end cap bracket in similar manner as front end cap.
1. MOUNTING THE END CAPS (Continued)
NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 4 for bolting procedures
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FIGURE 2A
Box rail
Bow
extension
Bow pocket
Drill 5/16” holes in box rail, turn self
threading bolts into holes - insert bow
& extension - then tighten bolts
NOTE: Bows supplied in this kit are not designed to hold box together.
Leave all existing bows, braces or chains in place.
Flat
washer
Nut
Lock
washer
A. BOW POCKETS/BOW EXTENSION
The rst bow should be placed 30” in from front of box. The last bow should
be placed 30” in from rear of box. Position remaining bows evenly spaced
between rst and last bow. (See Figure 2D on page 11 for bow placement)
Attach bow pocket to inner sides of box, ush with top. Drill 5/16” hole at
each location and use 3/8” x 1” self threading bolts. When possible secure
bolts with at washer, lock washer and nut.
3/8” x 1” self
threading bolt
2. MOUNTING BOWS AND RIDGE STRAP
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Deburr any sharp
edges that may
contact tarp here
and at other end
of bow.
1/2”
Box rail
Stainless steel bolt
B. STAINLESS STEEL KIT - TOP MOUNT OPTION
This stainless steel kit comes with bows and bow extensions that bolt to the
top of the box rail. Drill 5/16” hole and use 3/8” x 1” self threading bolt to cut
threads for 3/8” x 1” stainless steel bolt. When possible, secure bolt with
stainless steel at washer, lock washer and nut.
NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 4 for bolting procedures
C. STAINLESS STEEL KIT - SIDE MOUNT OPTION
Attach bow pockets to inner sides of box, ush with top. Drill 5/16” holes at
each location and use 3/8” x 1” self threading bolt to cut threads for 3/8” x
1” stainless steel bolts. When possible, secure bolts with stainless steel at
washer, lock washer and nuts.
FIGURE 2B
FIGURE 2C
Stainless
steel nut
Stainless
steel lock
washer
Stainless steel
at washer
Bow extension
Stainless
steel bolt
Box rail
2. MOUNTING BOWS AND RIDGE STRAP (Continued)
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