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MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
FOR CRAMARO SLIDE ‘N GO TARP SYSTEM
Your Cramaro Slide ‘N Go tarp system has been designed to provide you with years of reliable service as long as it is properly used and maintained. Improper usage or lack of maintenance can severely impair its operation and will cause premature wear of the tarp. It is important that you follow all maintenance and operating instructions. They are for your benefit.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Every 2 – 4 weeks the following procedures should be performed
Check tension of cables Check length of tarp
Clean and lubricate cables Check security of cable clamps
Inspect the tarp for any tears, cuts or worn areas Check alignment of rear bow
Check condition of cables (frayed wire, cuts, rust) Check tension of V belt or chain
Inspect hardware to be sure fasteners haven’t become loose Auto clips installed on all vinyl systems
Every 6 months remove the cable clamps and inspect that area of the cable for corrosion or broken wires. If necessary, replace the cable.
Every 12 months replace the cable and replace any corroded or damaged fasteners.
** IMPORTANT NOTE**
The cables will stretch considerably for the first few weeks after initial installation, it is extremely important that they be kept tight at all times.
CABLE TENSION
The cable tension is correct when you cannot easily touch the cable together when squeezing with one hand 18" from the rear pulley.
CABLE ADJUSTMENT
The cable is adjusted by first loosening the main nut on the rear pulley using a 1 1/8" wrench and then tightening the cable by using a ¾" wrench on the rear spanner nut. Be sure to retighten the pulley nut.
Do not over tighten the cable, as this will cause the front shaft to bend or break which can cause the cable to derail.
CABLE LUBRICATION
To clean and lubricate the cable run a clean rag covered with light oil or WD 40 over the entire cable on both sides of the system. In addition, spray WD 40 or a similar product into the slots on the bow ends. Do not use any heavy oil products, as this will cause the dirt to stick to the cables and pulleys.
ADJUSTMENT OF THE V BELT OR CHAIN
If the rubber belt slips or if the chain loosens while operating the system, an adjustment will be necessary. Simply loosen the three bolts on the handle bracket and slide the handle downward until desired tension is achieved. Retighten the bolts.
ADJUSTING THE TARP LENGTH
The tarp should be stretched tight when in the covered position. If the tarp is loose or if the last bow touches the rear cable pulley, the tarp must be shortened or premature wear will result. To shorten the tarp, undo the bolts on the front pipe, and rotate the front pipe until desired length is achieved. Retighten bolts. Do not shorten more than 12" from the original length.
BOW ALIGNMENT
To check for proper bow alignment, crank the system all the way to the front of the vehicle. The ends of all the bows should be touching each other and should be tight against the front pipe. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the cable on the opposite side from the one that is out of alignment. Crank the handle forward until all the bows are touching then retighten the cable.
OPERATING THE TARPAULIN SYSTEM
All of the Slide ‘N Go systems will have a longer life expectancy if the systems are cranked to the back of the trailer at all times except when dumping the load. The handle must be locked and tension applied to the tarp.
** SPECIAL WARNING FOR ALL SYSTEMS**
 | DO NOT DUMP WITH THE LOAD COVERED |
| ALWAYS CRANK THE TARP ALL THE WAY TO THE FRONT BEFORE DUMPING |
| FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE THE BOWS TO BE SUCKED DOWNWARD |
| THIS CAN CAUSE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE BOWS AND TARP |
Check the tension of the nylon cables (if a drop side system) when you check your steel drive cables. The nylon cables should not sag when the system is cranked to the front of the trailer.
You must use auto clips, ropes or straps to secure the tarp when the vehicle is in motion.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
If the system will not move when cranked, check to see if:
The V belt or chain is too loose
The cables are too loose
The set screw in the shaft chain or V belt pulley is loose
Check side boards to see if obstructed
If cables are breaking:
Check the height of your drive cables. The bottom of the cables should be approximately ½" above the running surface of the body. Heights greater than 1" can cause the cable to wear prematurely or even snap.
Make sure the cables are not loose
Tarp is too long, creating a lot of wind whipping which can break cables and cause premature wear on system
If the system is hard to crank see if:
The cables are too tight
The cables are dirty or not lubricated
The rear bow is not in alignment
The bows are not at the same cable centers (You can reshape the bows by pushing upwards or downwards to bend them back into shape. The distance between the ends of each bow must be the same as the center distance of the cable pulleys.
For systems with nylon cables, the nylon cables may be too loose
The sideboards are damaged
IF YOU REQUIRE FURTHER INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE YOU CAN CONTACT CRAMARO AT (800) 272-6276.