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HOW TO OPEN A VINYL COVER WITH A HOT SPRING

RETRACTABLE COVER SYSTEM

NOTE: Never attempt to open or remove a vinyl cover by grasping or pulling on the skirting. The skirting will tear, and torn

skirting is not covered under the terms of the warranty.

Check for ice build-up around the gas shocks and pivot points of the Retractable Cover System. Ice buildup may damage

system components.

Use of Cover In Winds

WARNING: The cover and Retractable Cover System are not recommended for use in wind conditions reaching above 25

mph (40 kmh).

NOTE: If your spa is located in an area susceptible to high winds, additional coverlock straps may be installed to minimize

wind damage to the cover.

How to Open the Cover

1. With the coverlock straps unfastened, place one hand under the cover skirting, between the spa and cover, to break

the cover’s vacuum seal. Then, fold the front half of the cover over onto the back half.

2. The easiest and best way to operate the mechanism is to stand directly behind the spa, locate the handle placed at

the rear center of the cover and simply pull the handle. This allows the cover to come to a gentle stop.

3. If no rear access is available, stand to the side of the spa directly adjacent to the hinge area of the folded cover.

For the CoverCradle

System: Using both hands, cup one hand under the lower half of the cover (just above the

water) and place the other along the side of the cover, just above the skirt. Gently push (do not lift) with both

hands towards the opposite rear corner of the cover (diagonally). As the cover opens, the gas springs will allow

the cover to come to a gentle stop.

For the GlideRite

™

or SpaceSaver

™

Retractable Cover Systems: Simply lift the cover at its center hinge,

allowing it to move to the back of the spa and to rest gently there.

NOTE: When opening a cover with a Retractable Cover System, only use one of these two specific methods. Do not

attempt to open the cover in any other way. Damage caused by improper opening or closing of the cover is not

covered under the terms of the limited warranty.

How to Close the Cover

1. Standing along side the cover, place one hand on the upper corner of the cover and gently push forward in the

direction of the spa. The cover will rotate forward to cover half of the spa. NOTE: For the GlideRite

™

or SpaceSaver

™

Retractable Cover Systems, disengage the locking mechanism(s) before pushing the cover forward.

2. Unfold the cover by lifting the handle located on the top (front) half of the cover. Allow the unfolded half to fall down

onto the spa. The air pressure created by the cover falling will keep the vinyl skirting from being trapped between the

cover and the spa shell.

3. Secure the cover straps to the spa and lock them.

Important reminders:

• DO always practice safety around your spa.

•

DO unlock and release all coverlocks before attempting to open cover.

•

DO lock the cover when the spa is not in use.

•

DO cover the spa with the cover when the spa is not in use, empty or full.

•

DO remove snow build-up to prevent cover damage.

•

DO keep the cover open during super-chlorination or shock treatment of the spa water.

•

DO NOT walk, stand, climb or sit on the cover or Retractable Cover System.

•

DO NOT lift the cover or operate the Retractable Cover System by using the cover flaps. They are not designed to

be used as handles.

•

DO NOT use any chemicals or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation or its

Authorized Sales and Service Dealer.

•

DO NOT use hard, sharp or metal objects, such as a car windshield scraper, to remove ice. Such objects can cut,

mar or puncture the plastic and vinyl surfaces.

WARNING: Keep unsupervised children away from the cover. Always lock the cover in place after use! Keep hands away

from the hinging points. Do not allow anyone to climb, sit or stand on the cover when in the open position. Injury may

occur, as well as damage to the cover and mechanism.

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