WARNING
If the lift will be left without a boat on it for any
extended amount of time, the canopy fabric should be
removed to reduce the possibility of wind damage.
Fig. 53
WARNING
In winter climates where the potential for snow
accumulation exists, the fabric must be removed or the
weight of the snow may cause damage to the canopy
frame and/or canopy fabric. Canopy fabric should be
stored clean and dry. This will help prevent the growth
of mildew and fungus.
(3) Pull up and attach to frame
(1) Pull straight down.
(2) Pull towards you.
fabric is snug. Do not over-extend as too much
pressure on the fabric can tear the seams.
4. Push the top center of the end-hoop outward until
the fabric is snug and tighten the center rail
adjustment knob.
5. Attach all elastic belts by placing the Quick Clip™
onto frame rail as shown in Figs. 52 & 53.
CANOPY WIND PRECAUTION
If the lift has a canopy, it is possible for strong winds to
move the lift system or blow it over. This is especially true
if the lift does not have a boat on it. Even with a boat’s
weight, extreme winds can possibly move a boat lift
causing potential damage. The possibility of wind damage
to the lift or canopy may be reduced by anchoring the lift to
the lake bottom with a screw-auger anchor system. See
Fig. 54.
Screw-auger anchors are commonly used to secure mobile
homes and can be purchased at most hardware stores.
They can also be purchased from a FLOE boat lift dealer.
When adjusting the main rail bolts, be especially careful
when using a cordless drill. The drill has so much
power that it would be easy to over-extend the rails,
which could cause the canopy fabric to overstretch or
tear.
WARNING
Before attaching the quick clips to the frame, check each
one to ensure that the elastic strap
has been woven through the clip
properly (see Fig. 52) and that a
“tail” of at least one inch of strap
material extends beyond the end of
the clip.
When attaching the quick clips,
alternate from one side of the frame
to the other, and follow the three
simple steps shown in Fig. 53.
Once installed, the straps should be fairly taut, with an
approximate tension of 20 lbs.
Fig. 52
Fig. 54
Optional Screw-Auger Anchor System
(two per set)
CANOPY FABRIC REMOVAL
1. Detach all elastic belts and Velcro end straps.
2. Loosen the center rail adjustment knob so the end-
hoop can retract.
3. Using a 9/16” socket with either a wrench or a
cordless drill, spin main rail adjustment bolts
clockwise to fully retract each side.
4. Remove fabric from frame.
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