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CAR CANOPY
®
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
Visit our Web site at http://www.harborfreight.com
Copyright © 2001 by Harbor Freight Tools. All rights reserved. No portion
of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any
shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions please call 1-800-444-3353
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SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Weight
Canopy Base Dimensions
Center Height
Side Height
Frame Width
Pole Tubing Diameter
Connector Diameter
152.80 Lbs.
20’ 8-1/2” L x 20’ 6” W
10’
69-1/4”
18’ 1”
1-1/4”
1-1/2”
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly
instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep
your invoice with this manual. Write the inv oice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp or wet work areas invite
injuries.
2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle
this product.
3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be
stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment and keep
out of reach of children.
4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to
use this equipment.
5. USE EYE PROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye glasses when
assembling this Canopy. ANSI approved safety impact eye glasses are available
from Harbor Freight Tools.
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6. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent
tripping, falling, back injury, etcetera.
7. MAINTAIN A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT. Keep work area well lit. Make sure
there is adequate surrounding work space.
8. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, check for damaged
parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of the Canopy.
Replace or repair damaged or worn par ts immediately.
9. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identi-
cal replacement parts.
10. MAINT AIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep the Canopy clean, dry, free of oil,
grease, liquids, and other debris.
11. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualified technician.
12. USE THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR THE RIGHT JOB. There are certain applica-
tions for which this product was designed. Do not use a small tool, attachment, or
equipment to do the work of a larger industrial tool, attachment, or equipment.
Do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.
SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. DO NOT ATTEMPT T O ASSEMBLE THE CANOPY WHEN HIGH WIND CONDITIONS EXIST AS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE CANOPY
MAY RESULT.
2. MAKE SURE THE CANOPY IS ASSEMBLED AND FIRMLY SECURED (USING
THE T-STAKES PROVIDED) ON A FLAT, LEVEL SURFACE TO AVOID
ACCIDENTS.
3. Do not allow snow to accumlate on the Canopy; the Canopy could collapse.
4. Caution: Heavy, wet snow or extreme windy conditions could damage the Car
Canopy. It is recommended that the Tarp be remo v ed under these conditions, to
prevent damage to the Car Canopy .
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts List (page 6) are
included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Caution: Be alert to possible wind damage; proplonged exposure to wind can cause
fasteners and hardware to loosen as the frame flexes. The Car Canopy’s frame strength
will be compromised if fasteners and hardware are not tight. Periodically check and make
sure all fasteners and hardware are tight. Tubes, stakes, tie downs and rope should also
be periodically checked to make sure the unit is always str ucturally rigid.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
ALL PARTS BELO W REFER TO THE PARTS SHO WN ON PAGE 6.
Note: To insure safe assembly of this product, two people should assemble
the Car Canopy.
1. Connect the assorted Tubes and Swaged Tubes (parts #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7), 3-Way End
Pieces (part #8), and 4-Way Center Pieces (part #9) together as shown in Figure A.
FIGURE A
2. The eight Turnbuckles (part #11) are used to strengthen the frame assembly.
Attachthe Turnbuckles to the frame assembly and tighten, using a pair of pliers.
NOTE: Do not over tighten the Turnbuckles, as bending to the frame assembly
will occur. (See Figure B.)
FIGURE B
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3. Drape the Tarp (part #14) over the assembled frame and secure the corners of the
Tarp onto the frame, by inserting the Tarp Ties (part #10) through the metal
eyelets of the Tarp and around the framing Tubes as shown in Figures C and D.
4. Once the corners are fastened, attach the remaining Ball Bungies through the rest
of the metal eyelets and onto the framing Tubes.
FIGURE C
Tarp Ties (#10)
Caution: The Car Canopy
must be firmly secured on
a flat, level and solid
FIGURE D
5. Lift one side of the roof and insert three Vertical Tubes (part #1) into the 3-Way End
Pieces (part #8) and 4-Way End Piece (part #9). When complete, do the same to
the other side. (See Figure C)
6. Insert a Metal Base (part #12, not shown) onto the bottom of each Vertical Tube
(part #1).
7. Secure the Metal Bases (part #12) to the ground, using the T-Stakes (part #13, not
shown).
surface.
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING
1. Before each use, examine the general condition of the Canopy. Inspect the Canopy
for damage. Check for loose parts, misalignment, broken parts, tears in the tarp,
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and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
Do not use damaged equipment.
2. Keep this Canopy free of oil, grease, liquids, dirt, and other debris. Use only a mild
detergent and damp cloth when cleaning. Never use flammable or combustible
liquids to clean the Canopy.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE
TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTA TION OR WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS
OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
PARTS LIST
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Vertical Tube (68”)
Tube w/2 Side Holes (60”)
Tube w/1 Side Hole (60”)
Tube w/o Hole (60”)
Swaged Tube w/2 Side Holes (60”)
Swaged Tube w/1 Side Hole (60”)
Swaged Tube w/o Hole (60”)
3-Way End Piece
4-Way Center Piece
Tarp Tie
Turnbuckle
Metal Base (Not Shown)
T-Stake (Not shown)
Tarp (20’ x 20’)
6
2
4
6
2
4
6
6
3
56
8
6
12
1
NOTE:
Some parts are
listed and shown
for illustration
purposes only, and
are not available
individually as
replacement
parts.
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