INSTALL a Skia Kinisi retractable shade sail
YOUR RETRACTABLE SHADE SAIL KIT WILL INCLUDE:
- Stainless Steel wire cut to size with 1 swaged (closed) end, and one open (adjustable) end.
- Stainless Steel Turnbuckle and Dee-Shackles for tensioning the wire.
- Skia Kinisi Pre-assembled retractable shade sail kit. Please recycle/re-use packaging if possible.
OVERVIEW OF THE INSTALLATION
1. MEASURE UP
2. INSTALL THE ANCHOR POINT HARDWARE
3. TENSION THE WIRE WITH SUPPLIED TURNBUCKLE
4. TAKE THE RETRACTABLE SHADE FROM THE PACKAGE, UNDO THE ROPE HOLDING IT TOGETHER, AND CLIP THE SHADE ONTO THE WIRE FROM BACK TO FRONT
5. GREASE THE WIRE WITH A RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT – NOT INCLUDED IN KIT (Silicone Lubricant, PTFE (Teflon) Spray, Marine, Grade Grease or White Lithium Grease)
Note: This project can be completed by one person, but it may be easier with two people working together.
STEP 1: Measure and mark the location for the mounting points on the wall or other surface where you will be hanging the wire. The mounting points should be spaced evenly and be at a width of at least 400mm less width than the sail (at least 200mm in from each side). Use a level to ensure that the mounting points are level.
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STEP 2: Drill holes at the marked locations for the mounting points. Be sure to wear safety goggles and use a steady hand to avoid damaging the wall or the mounting points. You can always ask for help in choosing the correct stainless steel mounting hardware for your needs, call or contact us for advice.
STEP 3: TENSION THE WIRE WITH SUPPLIED TURNBUCKLE. Once the mounting points are in place, thread the stainless steel wire through the mounting points, using the pliers to help guide the wire if necessary. The wire should be parallel to the wall and tight enough to support the weight of the shade sail, and so it doesn’t billow as the sail is extended.
STEP 4: TAKE THE RETRACTABLE SHADE FROM THE PACKAGE, UNDO THE ROPE HOLDING IT TOGETHER, AND CLIP THE SHADE ONTO THE WIRE FROM BACK TO FRONT. The front panel has the retraction loop, the back does not. Start by clipping the back clips onto the back wire, this holds it in place while you extend the sail. The panels will be held together within the package with rope to keep them together.
STEP 5: GREASE THE WIRE WITH A RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT (NOT INCLUDED IN KIT) (Silicone Lubricant, PTFE (Teflon) Spray, Marine, Grade Grease or White Lithium Grease). These products can by found online or your local hardware stores. Adding a lubricant will ensure a smooth slide out and retraction.
Note Please: Creases from packaging will fall out over time. Please remember to send a photo of your installed Skia Kinisi retractable shade sail for warranty validation.
