Coolaroo DualShade Shade Sail Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Coolaroo
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DualShade Shade Sail
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT : These instructions are to be used as a guide only. Installation requirements can vary depending on factors such as soil types, anchor points, wind conditions in your region, etc. GALE Pacific accepts no responsibility for installation requirements, please consult a qualified builder or engineer. Before beginning your shade sail installation it is very important that you consider various factors to ensure the success of shading the desired area. Take into account the following:
- Size and shape of the shade sail
- Direction and angle of the sun
- Strength of the existing structures intended to be anchor points
- Ability to insert fixing posts
- Location of barbecues, electrical/telephone cables, water and sprinkler pipes, etc.
There may be other factors, specific to your situation, that should also be taken into consideration.
SUITABLE LOCATION
Once you have identified the location for your shade sail(s) it is important
to determine the most suitable fixing points for the sail’s corners (Fig. 1).
Potential fixing points like a pergola, sundeck, large tree, or building
fascia may already exist.
IMPORTANT : Ensure all fixing points are structurally sound and if unsure
about fixing points, obtain independent advice from a builder or engineer. A
minimum fixing height of 7′10″ is suggested.
Layout the shade sail in the area where it is to be erected to determine
suitable fixing points. Allow a minimum of an additional 10% of the shade sail
length between each fixing point and the end of the shade sail’s fixing
accessory for proper tensioning.
USING EXISTING SUPPORTS
A. Attaching to Fascia: If you intend to fix your shade sail to a fascia, the
use of fascia support is strongly recommended. The fascia support is used to
connect the overhangs
of rafters or trusses to fascias giving them additional strength. Fascia
supports are available from your local hardware store (Fig.2).
B. Attaching to Trees: We recommend that the fixing of shade sails to trees be
for TEMPORARY USE ONLY. The diameter of the tree where the shade sail will be
fixed should be at least 9.75″.
INSTALLING ADDITIONAL SUPPORTS
A. Steel Posts: If additional posts are required, galvanized steel posts are
suitable and are available from your local hardware outlet. Steel posts can be
cut to predetermined
lengths and painted to a color of your choosing. We recommend the use of a
minimum 4″ diameter round or 4″ x 4″ square galvanized steel posts with at
least 1/8” thickness. An angle of at least 10 degrees is also recommended for
steel posts sloping away from the center of the shade sail (Fig. 3). B. Timber
Posts: We recommend the use of a minimum of 5″ diameter treated timber posts.
An angle of at least 20 degrees is recommended for timber posts sloping away
from the center of the shade sail. Consult your local hardware outlet for the
appropriate class of treated pine or hardwood timber for your region (Fig. 4).
C. Footings: Dig footings with the center of the hole as the approximate
location point of the shade sail. Dig footing holes as illustrated. Consult
your local hardware outlet for the appropriate design of footing. For shade
sails with sides less than 13′, dig footing holes 15.5″ x 15.5″ square and 31″
deep (Fig. 5). For shade sails with sides more than 13’, dig footing holes
15.5″ x 15.5″ square and 47″ deep (Fig. 6).
D. Concreting: Mix concrete in line with the manufacturer’s instructions. It
is not recommended to use rapid-set concrete. Your local hardware outlet will
be able to give you any
special advice you may need for your conditions.
E. Soft Ground: Pour a 4″ depth of concrete at the bottom of the hole to
provide a solid pad. Allow setting. Add gravel, post, and the required amount
of concrete. Temporarily brace the posts on an angle (Fig. 7).
F. Firm Ground: Lay a 4″ depth of ¾” diameter gravel at the base of the post.
Add concrete and brace post on an angle (Fig. 8).
G. Pour concrete to the top of the footing holes ensuring it is packed well.
Crown the concrete around the post so that the sloping away from the post will
drain water away. Ensure water will not pool at the base of the post as it may
cause deterioration of the post. You may want to allow space at the top of the
footing if you are replacing it with dirt and grass. Allow poles to set in
concrete for a minimum of 48 hours or time as required by the manufacturer’s
instructions. Brace if required to ensure proper angle.
INSTALLING SHADE SAIL
A. Your DualShade Shade Sail includes the fixing accessories needed for
installation (Fig. 9).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to use the included turnbuckles on two of the shade sail’s
attachment points for proper tensioning. A rope or chain can be used to extend
your shade
sail to a fixing point if required. Additional fixing accessories may be
purchased on www.coolaroousa.com
B. Connect fixing accessories to mounting points as required. Ensure all
accessories face towards the middle of the shade sail and are tightly secured
(Fig. 10).
C. Connect all points, using the included strap tensioning tool if necessary
to gain increased leverage (Fig. 11). Stop tensioning when the shade sail is
rigid with little or no creases and does not sag. The tighter the shade sail
the less movement and less movement means longer life of the shade sail (Fig.
12). D. For Temporary Installations using rope (Fig. 13).
2 Turnbuckles included| TURNBUCKLE: Used to attach shade sail corner ring to a
fixing point and provide tension on the shade sail Sail “D” Shackle
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Eye Bolt 4 Pad Eyes included| PAD EYE: Used to attach shade sail corner ring
to a wall or post in conjunction with a Snap Hook
“S 2 Snap Hooks included| SNAP HOOK: Used to link shade sail corner to Pad Eye
“S” Hook
****| STRAP TENSIONER: Used to apply tension to shade sail during
installation
WARNING
Your Coolaroo® shade sail is designed to provide UV protection and comfort in
domestic areas. When selecting the position for your shade sail, ensure all
fixing points are structurally sound and fixings are tightly secured. Inspect
regularly. Exposure to certain chemicals example Chlorine can lead to the
premature breakdown of the fabric. Chemicals to be used on or around the
fabric should be referred to Coolaroo® regarding their use. Do not have a fire
or open flames close to or underneath the fabric. Do not use your barbecue,
grill, or fire pit under the shade structure. Temporarily remove your
Coolaroo® shade sail during storms and periods of strong winds.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Rinse with water from your garden hose. Do not machine wash or put in a dryer.
Do not iron. Do not dry clean. Rinse with water only.
PRODUCT WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
If as a direct result of ultraviolet exposure, this product cracks, splits or
tears (“defect”) within 15 years after the date on which the product is
purchased from GALE Pacific Limited ACN 082263 778 (“GALE Pacific”) or an
authorized distributor or agent of GALE Pacific, GALE Pacific will at its
option, replace the product (but not any other component) free of charge or
refund the cost such replacement. This warranty is subject to the following
conditions and limitations.
All claims under this warranty must be made in writing addressed to GALE
Pacific Limited, PO Box 892 Braeside, Victoria, 3195, Australia or, if the
product was purchased in North America, to GALE Pacific Inc. 285 West Central
Parkway, Ste. 1704, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714, USA. All claims must be
accompanied by a sample of the fabric for laboratory testing and proof of
place and date of purchase of the product.
GALE Pacific will not be liable for any claim made under this warranty in
respect of any product in any of the following circumstances:
- If the defect is contributed to or caused by any improper use of the product or usage of the product for purposes other than that for which the product was designed or intended.
- If the defect occurs wholly or partly as a result of any act or omission of any person other than GALE Pacific.
- If the product has been subjected to misuse, neglect, accident or abuse.
- If the product is altered or modified in any way unless such modification has been approved in writing by GALE Pacific.
- If the product is erected, installed, or used in violation of, or in a manner that is inconsistent with instructions or warnings furnished by GALE Pacific.
- If domestic knitted shade cloth is used for any purpose other than domestic applications. This warranty does not cover:
- Color fading of the product (even if due to exposure of the product to ultraviolet rays) or a deterioration in the chemical composition of the fabric due to exposure to ultraviolet rays; or
- Any damage to the product caused or contributed to by exposing the product to chemicals (including chlorine) placing the product near an open flame (including flames from a barbecue), tensioning the product beyond its tear and tensile capabilities or mechanical friction. In addition to the above warranty, the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) and other state and territory legislation may imply warranties or conditions or impose liability on GALE Pacific in relation to the product or its supply which cannot, or can only to a limited extent, be excluded, restricted or modified. Except for those implied warranties or conditions and such liability and for the warranty described above:
- All warranties and conditions (whether express or implied statutory or otherwise) relating to the product or its supply are expressly excluded and GALE Pacific will not be liable for any loss or damage suffered by any person (including the purchaser of the product) in any way relating to or arising from the product or its use (including loss or damage arising from the negligence of, or contributed to by, GALE Pacific).
If liability for breach by GALE Pacific of a warranty or condition or any other liability imposed on GALE Pacific by legislation which cannot be excluded may be limited, GALE Pacific’s liability is limited to the extent permitted by law and if liability may be limited in any one of a number of ways, GALE Pacific’s liability is limited in any one of the permitted ways chosen by GALE Pacific in its absolute discretion.
Questions or Comments? Contact us at:
Gale Pacific USA, Inc.
www.coolaroousa.com
1-800-560-4667
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