3 STAR INDUSTRIES John Deere Gator 550 S-4 Door or Rear Window Kit Instruction Manual

: October 30, 2023
: 3 STAR INDUSTRIES

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3 STAR INDUSTRIES John Deere Gator 550 S-4 Door or Rear Window Kit
Product Information
Product Tools Needed
Product Installation Instructions
BEFORE GETTING STARTED
TOOLS NEEDED
Installation Instructions
Parts
Care Instructions
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3 STAR INDUSTRIES John Deere Gator 550 S-4 Door or Rear Window Kit

Product Information

The UTV enclosure manufactured by 3SI UTV is made of heavy-duty fabric that is water-repellent and resistant to mildew, ultraviolet rays, and abrasion. The enclosure is specifically designed and manufactured for the John Deere Gator 550 S-4 model. Proper installation and care can provide a long-lasting fit, color, and service life.

Product Tools Needed

Scissors
Lighter
Chalk or light marker

Product Installation Instructions

Remove the UTV enclosure and Velcro kit from the shipping box.
If possible, install the enclosure without removing the windshield and top. If not possible, mark the location of the windshield clamps on the roll bars with chalk before removing the windshield.
Clean the surfaces where the adhesive hook will be attached with mild soap and water. Do not use a compound that leaves the frame slick, as the adhesive hook will not stick to a slick surface.
Apply the adhesive hook at a temperature of 60 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Allow the adhesive to cure for 24 hours before attaching the loop to the hook for maximum adhesion.
Ensure that the enclosure fits square and snugly to the cab frame.
Periodically clean the enclosure with mild soap and water to minimize accumulations of dirt.
Clean the vinyl windows with mild soap, water, and a soft cloth to avoid scratches. Do not use any detergents, window cleaners, solvents, or chemicals to clean vinyl windows.
Clean and allow the enclosure to dry before removing it for storage. Roll the enclosure to avoid creasing the vinyl windows. Do not fold the enclosure to store, as creases in the vinyl windows cannot be removed and void all warranties and guarantees.

Haulling Instructions

Only Lexan windshields, full cab enclosures, and door/rear window combos with top and windshield installed can be hauled when installed. However, the enclosures should be tied down before hauling. Speed should not exceed 55 mph while hauling to prevent ripping and shredding of the material and zippers. Remove all other enclosures before hauling.

Note: Please read and follow the detailed instructions that are attached to ensure proper installation and care of your UTV enclosure.

Thank you for purchasing a UTV enclosure manufactured in the USA with pride by 3SI UTV. Your enclosure is made of heavy duty fabric that is water repellent and resistant to mildew, ultra-violet rays and abrasion. With proper installation and care you can expect many years of service from your 3SI UTV enclosure.

BEFORE GETTING STARTED

SOME IMPORTANT NOTES BEFORE GETTING STARTED….

The enclosure attaches to your UTV’s cab frame with Velcro. The technical term for Velcro is hook and loop. Loop is the soft side and hook, the rough side. Loop has been sewn into the enclosure at various points. Adhesive hook has been supplied to attach to your cab frame, corresponding to the sewn-in loop. If you struggle with placement of the adhesive hook, with the enclosure held to the cab frame, note the locations of the sewnin loop. The adhesive hook is attached to the cab frame at those locations.
The adhesive hook should be applied at a temperature of 60 degrees or above. For maximum adhesion, when the adhesive hook is in place, allow the adhesive to cure for 24 hours before attaching the loop to the hook.
Clean the surfaces the adhesive hook will be attached to before beginning installation. A light cleaning with mild soap and water is best. A little Windex works great. Do NOT wax or clean with a compound that leaves the frame slick. The adhesive hook will not stick to a slick surface. Again, a light cleaning is best.
Your enclosure is not a “one size fits all” product. The enclosure was designed and manufactured specifically for your model UTV. As a result, the enclosure should fit square and snug to the cab frame.
Periodic cleaning of your enclosure with mild soap and water is recommended to minimize accumulations of dirt.
Clean the vinyl windows with mild soap, water, and a soft cloth to avoid scratches. DO NOT USE ANY DETERGENTS, WINDOW CLEANERS, SOLVENTS OR CHEMICALS TO CLEAN VINYL WINDOWS.
Clean your enclosure and allow it to dry before removing for storage. Never fold your enclosure to store. Roll the enclosure to avoid creasing the vinyl windows. Creases in the vinyl windows cannot be removed. CREASING THE VINYL WINDOWS VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES AND GUARANTEES.
The only enclosures manufactured by 3SI UTV that can be hauled when installed are Lexan windshields, full cab enclosures, and door/rear window combos with top and windshield installed. However, the enclosures should be tied down before hauling. Speed should not exceed 55 mph while hauling to prevent ripping and shredding of the material and zippers. REMOVE ALL OTHER ENCLOSURES BEFORE HAULING. PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE ATTACHED.

You have just purchased the best Enclosure for your Utility Terrain Vehicle available on the market today. Your Enclosure is made of Heavy Duty Fabric that is Water Repellent and resistant to Mildew, Ultra-Violet Sun Rays and Abrasion. With proper installation and care you can expect many years of long- lasting fit, color and service life from your 3SI UTV Cab Enclosure.

TOOLS NEEDED

Scissors
Lighter
Chalk or light marker

Installation Instructions

Step 1: Remove your 3SI UTV Cab Enclosure and Velcro kit from the shipping box.
Step 2: In some cases, it is possible to install the enclosure without removing your windshield and top. If you can loosen each and work the hook and loop in place by holding paper or cardboard between the hook and loop, you may be able to install the enclosure without removing the windshield and top. If you find you need to remove the windshield and top, mark the location of your windshield clamps on the roll bars with chalk before removing the windshield.
Step 3: With an assistant, hold the enclosure to the cab frame. Note the location of Velcro loop strips that are sewn into the enclosure. Adhesive Velcro hook strips will be installed to correspond to the Velcro loop strips sewn into the enclosure. Please refer to the attached adhesive hook kit table and picture for approximate installation locations.
Step 4: Remove the backing from the adhesive hook strips and install as indicated in the attached adhesive hook table and picture. PLEASE NOTE….the adhesive strips that run the length of the front roll bars must be cut to accommodate the windshield clamps. Follow the instructions accordingly.
Step 5: After all adhesive Velcro strips are attached, begin attaching the enclosure to the cab frame. As you work, square the enclosure to the cab frame.
Step 6: Pull each door panel forward to the edge of the front roll bars. When installed properly, the binding between the canvas fabric and the webbing strip should rest along the outer edge of the windshield.
Step 7: The webbing/Velcro strip that runs the length of the front roll bars will need to be cut to accommodate the windshield clamps and the grab handle. With chalk, mark the webbing strip where cuts will be made. DO NOT CUT INTO THE BINDING.
Step 8: Cut the webbing strip with household scissors. AGAIN, DO NOT CUT INTO THE BINDING. Seal the frayed edges with a lighter. Have a wet cloth handy to dab the edges if needed.
- Cut the Tab being very careful not to cut the binding at the edge.
- Seal Frayed Tab thread at the cut area using a lighter
Step 9: Pull the enclosure forward and wrap the enclosure around the front roll bars. Attach the webbing strip to the attached adhesive hook strips.
Step 10: Repeat any steps necessary to achieve a snug fit on the cab frame.
Step 11: Re-install your windshield, top, and back panel.

Parts

See the enclosed Product Care sheet for instructions on how to properly care for your 3SI UTV Enclosure.

ADHESIVE HOOK KIT

sided straps

E| 2-6”| Top/Rear of doors-Wrap around roll bar to hold double-sided straps
F| 2-6”| Top/Rear of doors-Wrap around roll bar to hold double-sided straps
G| 2-24”| Inside edge of rear roll bar uprights-Vertical
H| 2-14”| Bottom/rear of door panels corresponding to sewn in loop.
I| 2-24”| Bottom of rear doors-Horizontal
J| 2-41”| Bottom of front doors-Horizontal
K| 2-3”| Bottom of wing-Horizontal
L| 2-24”| Bottom/front of door panels corresponding to sewn in loop.
M| 2-27”| Front roll bars-Vertical under windshield-CUT FOR CLAMPS
N| 1-35”| Rear cross bar-Horizontal inside edge
O| 2-8”| Outside edge of rear roll bar uprights-Vertical corresponding to webbing/loop tab.
No Ref| 1-53”| Bottom of rear panel-Horizontal

Care Instructions

Heavy Duty Marine and Mil-Spec Military Fabric Cleaning

All 3SI UTV Enclosure Heavy Duty Marine and Military Camo fabrics are guaranteed against excessive loss of color or strength under normal exposure and use conditions. Periodic cleaning with a solution of 4 ounces of bleach and 2 ounces of soap (NOT DETERGENTS) in one gallon of water is recommended to minimize accumulations of dirt, bird droppings and other contaminants which can support surface mildew and stain fabric.

Soft Vinyl Window Cleaning

3SI UTV Enclosure Vinyl Windows will remain clear and provide great visibility under normal exposure conditions if properly cleaned. Periodic cleaning with a solution of 1 ounce of soap in one gallon of water is all that is needed to maintain good window cleanliness and visibility. Caution: DO NOT USE ANY DETERGENTS, WINDOW CLEANERS, SOLVENTS or CHEMICALS OF ANY KIND TO CLEAN VINYL WINDOWS AS THESE WILL CLOUD THE WINDOWS. ALSO, NEVER RUB WINDOWS WITH A DRY CLOTH OR RAG.

Storage Recommendations

Before removing the 3SI UTV Enclosure from your vehicle for storage, clean the Fabric and Vinyl Windows thoroughly as indicated above. Any dirt remaining on the Enclosure may scratch Vinyl Windows while in storage. Once the Enclosure has been cleaned it should be placed on a large flat surface. Lay the Enclosure out so that Vinyl Windows are in a flat position. Fold the doors over the rear panel first then fold the top and windshield on top of the doors keeping the Vinyl Windows flat. Caution: FOLDING VINYL WINDOWS WILL CAUSE PERMANENT CREASE DAMAGE AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES. Once the Enclosure is folded keeping all Vinyl Windows flat, begin rolling the Enclosure into an 8” roll. Place the 8” roll into a box and store at normal room temperature. To ensure long life of your enclosure it is best not to store in extreme temperatures.

Hauling

The ONLY products manufactured by 3SI UTV that can be hauled while installed are the hard windshields, full cab enclosures, and door/rear window combos with top and windshield installed. However, the full cab enclosures and door/rear window combos should be tied down before hauling. Speed should not exceed 55 mph while hauling to prevent ripping and shredding of the material and zippers. NEVER HAUL INSTALLED SOFT TOPS, WINDSHIELD TOP COMBOS, AND SUMMER CABS. REMOVE BEFORE HAULING.