Bestop 51118 Benutzerhandbuch

51118 2

Rev. A  1298

Your Replace - A - Top will require two people for proper installation.

This section will familiarize you with the parts included with your Replace - A - Top and will get you through the “pre-installation” steps.

[] Scissors
[] A razor knife

That’s it. With these tools, you’re ready to go.

Remove parts carefully from the shipping container in order to avoid scratching windows. Check each part included against the following
Parts List.

You may notice some wrinkling in the fabric of your Rplace - A - Top when you first remove it from its shipping container.  Also,
there may be indentations in the windows.  Don’t panic.  It is normal for the tops to do this when stored in the shipping container.
The wrinkles and indentations will disappear after 48-72 hours of exposure to sunlight.

Note:  You should install your Replace - A - Top in temperatures of 70˚F (21˚ C) or warmer.  The fabric will contract in cooler
temperatures, making proper installation difficult.

You are now ready to begin the installation process.

Damaged Slider -
Jaws Spread Apart
(sometimes broken)

Normal Slider -
Jaws Parallel

Your top is made of the finest materials available.  To keep it looking new and for the maximum possible wear, it will need periodic cleaning and
maintenance.

Washing: The top fabric should be washed often using soap, warm water and a soft bristle brush.  Rinse with clear water to remove all traces of soap.

Windows:  Keep windows clean to avoid scratching.  DO NOT use a brush on the
 windows!  Wash with a watersoaked cloth or sponge and a mild dishwashing detergent.
NEVER WIPE THE WINDOWS WHEN THEY ARE DRY.  Be careful when cleaning
 snow or frost from the vinyl windows since they are easily scratched and may crack at
 low temperatures.  DO NOT roll the sides or rear curtain in cold weather.  The windows
become stiff and will crack.

Zippers:  Keeping the zipper cleaned and lubricated with a silicone lubricant will help
 prevent damage and keep the zippers in a smooth working condition.  If a zipper opens
 behind the slider, the slider may have been spread apart.  This problem can usually be
repaired by using an ordinary pair of pliers to bring the sides back into parallel.  Return
 slider to the end of the zipper in the normal Open position.  Squeeze lightly at first and
 test the zipper.  If the zipper continues to remain open squeeze more firmly with the
pliers and try the zipper again.  Repeat this procedure until the zipper operates correctly.

Water:  Seeping through at the seams may be stopped by applying 3-M Scotchgard® on the inside of the seams.  Rips in the fabric may be repaired
with Bondex® iron on patches.  Iron the patches to the Inside of the top, carefully following the Bondex® instructions.

Snaps:  Keep snaps cleaned and lubricated with silicone to help prevent snaps from sticking to the studs.  If a snap does become stuck to a stud, use a
screwdriver and GENTLY pry apart to prevent permanent damage to the snap or the top fabric.