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AGRI-COVER SRT-2 Operator's Manual & Installation Instructions

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MANUAL & ELECTRIC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing SRT-2
Spool Roll Tarp. Agri-Cover, Inc. proudly
®
manufactured this tarp using superior quality materials and workmanship. With proper
care, your tarp will provide years of service.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Even if familiar with hardware, read instructions prior to
installation as improvements may be made without notice. Always handle components
with care. If you have questions or problems, have serial numbers ready and call
customer service. When done, these instructions must be given to the consumer.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER: Before using this product read operating, maintenance and
safety sections. Save these instructions for future reference.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
DATE PURCHASED:
WHERE PURCHASED:
TARP SERIAL NUMBER:
(Located at rear of tarp on stationary tube side)
MOTOR SERIAL NUMBER:
(Located on motor and gearbox)
Questions? (800) 233-4655
agricover.com

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  • Page 1 MANUAL & ELECTRIC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing SRT-2 Spool Roll Tarp. Agri-Cover, Inc. proudly ® manufactured this tarp using superior quality materials and workmanship. With proper care, your tarp will provide years of service. NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Even if familiar with hardware, read instructions prior to installation as improvements may be made without notice.
  • Page 2 PREPARATION NOTES: Prior to tarp system assembly, park truck or trailer on level ground. Box must be square and straight, center must not be pulled together or spread apart. Remove or grind smooth any sharp edges or points contacting tarp and/or cables. Remove or reposition any interferences with tarp.

  • Page 3: Operation Symbols

    3/8” x 1” stainless steel Allen button head bolts, washers and nuts: Use for bolting end cap to end cap bracket. When possible, use nuts and washers. OPERATION SYMBOLS This owner’s manual applies to manual and electric SRT-2 Spool Roll Tarp Systems. ®...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION • Be aware the front arm moves during operation. Ensure people and objects are clear of tarp system before and during operation. • Do not use front arm as a step. • Always use caution when operating tarp. •...
  • Page 5 1: MOUNTING WEATHER SEAL TO END CAPS NOTE: For best adhesion, ensure air and surface temperatures are above 60° F. NOTE: Not all kits receive weather seals. If a weather seal is not provided, proceed to next step. A. Ensure end caps will fit box. End caps End cap may need to be trimmed or cut for special Factory...
  • Page 6 2: MOUNTING FRONT END CAPS NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 3 for bolting procedures. A. Center side mount end cap on front of box. Hold firmly in place against box, drill 5/16” holes in box wall at each factory hole in end cap. B.
  • Page 7 3: MOUNTING END CAP BRACKETS NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 3 for bolting procedures. A. Center end cap brackets underneath sealing rib of end cap and butt up against inside of box. Mark center locations of slotted holes. B.
  • Page 8 4: MOUNTING REAR END CAPS NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 3 for bolting procedures. NOTE: Some kits require non-standard end caps. These kits have front side mount end caps. Follow front end cap installation for this end cap at rear of box. A.
  • Page 9 5: DETERMINING BOW PLACEMENT NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 3 for bolting procedures. NOTE: Bows supplied in this kit are not designed to hold box together. Leave all existing bows, braces and chains in place. A. The first bow should be placed 30” in from front of box. The last bow should be placed 30”...
  • Page 10 7: MOUNTING BOWS To install bows and extensions, perform one of the following. SIDE MOUNT A. Attach bow pocket to inner sides of box, flush with top. Drill 5/16” hole at each location and insert (2) 3/8” x 1” self-threading bolts. Secure bolts with flat washer, lock washer and nut then tighten.
  • Page 11 9: MOUNTING RIDGE STRAPS Rear end A. Attach hook end of strap to hole in center of front end cap. If installing two ridge straps, attach straps to off center holes. Twist ridge strap at ratchet end B. Run strap over bows and attach ratchet end of strap to rear end cap.
  • Page 12 10: QUICK RELEASE TARP STOPS NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 3 for bolting procedures. FRONT AND REAR QUICK RELEASE TARP STOP A. These brackets secure stationary side of tarp to box. • For normal roll applications, mount brackets on passenger side of box. •...
  • Page 13 10: QUICK RELEASE TARP STOPS (Continued) REMAINING QUICK RELEASE TARP STOPS A. Divide space from front to rear bracket by number of brackets left plus one then position remaining brackets evenly on outside of box. B. With top of bracket 1/4” down from top of box, drill (2) 5/16” holes and use (2) 3/8” x 1”...
  • Page 14 11: ATTACHING ROLL TUBE TO TARP NOTE: Step 11 is a 2 person operation. TIP: Tarp is designed to be stretched to minimize wrinkling. For easier assembly apply a dusting of talcum powder on tube and inside of tarp pocket prior to sliding tube in.
  • Page 15 12: ATTACHING STATIONARY TUBE TO TARP NOTE: Step 12 is a 2 person operation. TIP: The tarp is designed to be stretched to minimize wrinkling. For easier assembly apply talcum powder on tube and inside of tarp pocket prior to inserting tube. Using a liner tool helps find hole in tube and pulls tarp hole in alignment so rivet can be pushed completely in.
  • Page 16 13: ATTACHING SPOOLS A. Front spool is marked with an L (left) to match black (unpainted) spring and black (unpainted) end of roll tube. Rear spool is marked with an R (right) to match red marked spring and red marked end of roll tube. IMPORTANT: Do not use grease or lubricant on spools or tube.
  • Page 17 14: INSTALLING TARP ASSEMBLY A. Roll tarp assembly by hand to open position, large tube to small tube. Have tarp stop clevis pins readily available. B. Place rolled tarp on top of side of box with tarp stop brackets. Center assembly from front to back of box.
  • Page 18 15: WRAPPING SPOOL CABLE A. Hand roll tarp to covered position, attach barrel end of cable to barrel groove on spool. Ensure cable follows grooves. B. Wrap cable around spool grooves up to last full wrap. Let ball end of cable hang down next to box wall and attach cable to hook on ratchet strap.
  • Page 19 16: MOUNTING RATCHETS A. When cable is wound on spool and attached to ratchet hook, pull down on ratchet with one hand. With other hand activate the release on ratchet to extend strap to mark on strap. This will set the ratchet to the correct mounting height. B.
  • Page 20 17: INSTALLING CRANK HANDLE FLEX DRIVE A. Remove clevis and cotter pins securing PVC spacer at rear (red) end of roll tube. Slide flex drive end of handle through PVC spacer and into tube protruding from spool. Align holes on handle and PVC spacer with holes on tube then secure with clevis and cotter pins.

  • Page 21: Cable Tension

    18: CABLE TENSION A. As tension is applied with ratchet, the spool will turn. Proper tension is achieved when the tension channel is level at bottom. TIP: Tighten ratchet an additional two clicks past level. Open and close tarp system approximately five times to allow cable to seat in spool grooves and tarp material to pull snug.

  • Page 22: Decal Installation

    19: ATTACHING HANDLE HOLDER NOTE: For stainless steel kits see page 3 for bolting procedures. NOTE: In most cases, handle holders are installed as low as possible in rear corner of side walls on box. A. With tarp in closed position, snap handle holder onto crank handle and select best location on side wall.
  • Page 23 21: TARP TUBE FASTENERS A. Ensure stationary tube is centered on box. At front and rear tarp stops, tighten set screws with Allen wrench. IMPORTANT: Set screws prevent tube and tarp from sliding. 1” Stationary tube Tighten set screw with Allen wrench at front and rear of tarp 22: ELECTRIC MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: If installing an optional tarp control box, skip this step.
  • Page 24 • Ensure tarp is fully open before unloading and loading. Ratchet handle must be in the locked down position to hold tension SRT-2 SPOOL ROLL TARP OPERATION ® Remove crank retaining pin. Use both hands to remove crank and extend to a comfortable operating position. Roll tarp to completely open or closed position.
  • Page 25 22: ELECTRIC MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) SWITCH LOCATION AND INSTALLATION A. Select convenient location in cab to mount switch bracket with two #14 x 1” self-drilling Phillips screws through slots in back of bracket (see drawing below). B. Route 14 ga. wire from switch to location of solenoid near battery. Rubber grommet is supplied for area where wire enters cab, 11/16”...

  • Page 26: Circuit Breaker

    22: ELECTRIC MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) HEAVY GAUGE WIRES A. Split heavy gauge wire at solenoid about 4” back. Prep ends of black and red heavy gauge wires leading from motor and battery with heavy gauge 1/4” ring terminals, heat shrink tubes and rubber boots for (4) solenoid studs. Attach wires to studs on solenoid as shown.
  • Page 27 23: MOUNTING LOWER PIVOT ARM A. At center of box on outside, locate pivot point of lower arm about 36” down from bottom of end cap. Drill a 3/8” hole through box wall. B. From inside of box, insert bolt through hole with lock washer and fl at washer. Then tighten with fl at washer and nut on outside.

  • Page 28: Mounting Motor

    24: MOUNTING MOTOR AND UPPER PIVOT ARM MOUNTING MOTOR A. Mount motor to upper pivot arm bracket using (3) 5/16” x 3/4” long bolts with lock washers. Attach motor cover with hex flange screws and nylon spacers. INSTALLING UPPER PIVOT ARM A.
  • Page 29 25: ATTACHING MOTOR EXTENSION A. Remove clevis and cotter pins holding PVC spacer on black end of roll tube. Slide motor shaft extension into tube. B. Adjust shaft to allow clearance for motor to travel fully open. This can be checked by temporarily placing motor up in position.

  • Page 30: Wiring Motor

    26: WIRING MOTOR IMPORTANT: Inspect clearances of the motor, pivot arms and wiring to ensure they have a clear path to operate. If there are obstructions make adjustments. A. Prepare wire ends for motor terminals with rubber terminal boots, heat shrink tubes and 1/4”...
  • Page 31 27: CHECKING CABLE TENSION A. As tension is applied with ratchet, the spool will turn. Proper tension is achieved when the tension channel is level at bottom. TIP: Tighten ratchet an additional two clicks past level. Open and close tarp system approximately five times to allow cable to seat in spool grooves and tarp material to pull snug.
  • Page 32 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CLOSING FROM OPEN POSITION A. Using both hands, carefully remove crank handle from holder. Extend crank handle assembly to a comfortable operating position at rear of box. B. Roll tarp to fully closed position. Push crank handle into holder and close. OPENING FROM CLOSED POSITION A.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    • Always use genuine Agri-Cover, Inc. replacement parts if repairs are needed. • Periodically check the tightness of mounting bolts and electrical connections, remove...

  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

    Green 14 ga. Black 14 ga. White 14 ga. Jumper wire Motor 40 Amp Close Open breaker Rocker switch (in cab) Black heavy gauge Battery If replacement parts are needed use only original Agri-cover parts available through your dealer or the factory.
  • Page 35 ORDER REPLACEMENT TARP WITH SERIAL NUMBER For Replacement: 1-800-233-4655 EZL/ATL Part #: KA-116132A010 SERIAL: 123456789 18.12.2015 Serial number is located at rear of tarp on stationary tube side For any questions or concerns with parts list, see Customer Parts Guide (PN 80720) or agricovertarps.com...

  • Page 36: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

    Goods to be returned must have a pre-authorized RA # (Return Authorization Number) – obtained by calling the number above. Mark the number on the package and ship it freight prepaid to address below. Agri-Cover will pay freight to return goods to sender.

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