Dolphin SS PRO T top Installation guide

Brand: Dolphin

Model: SS PRO T top

Type: Installation guide

Dolphin SS PRO T top is a versatile and durable T-top designed to provide shade and protection on your boat. It features a sturdy stainless steel frame with a powder-coated finish for long-lasting performance. The T-top is easy to assemble and install, with detailed instructions included. It can be lowered for storage or transportation, making it a convenient option for boat owners with limited space. The Dolphin SS PRO T top is perfect for fishing, cruising, or any other water activities, providing you with a comfortable and shaded area to relax and enjoy your time on the water.

Dolphin SS PRO T top installation

guide

EXPLODED VIEW OF THE DOLPHIN SS T TOP FOR REFERENCE

STEP 1:

Unpack and check the contents of the box.

Please Read all Instrustion prior to installation

If you are NOT sure of any part of the guide or you have any questions

Please contact the DOLPHIN T Tops

PARTS LIST

STEP 2: Assemble the top cover frame of your SS T T Top.

Note: The front and rear curved bars have a slight upwards curve.

The frame will pin together.

STEP 3: Assemble the cross bars of the top cover frame.

Note: The cross bar curve faces upwards as well.

Front Cross Beam: Slide 2 x tube Flat tab tub !ttings onto the bar. The Flat tab tube !ttings are used

attach your front legs to the top cross beam. At Each end of the cross beam there is a

triangular !tting.

Rear Cross Beam: The cross beam has the triangular !ttings on each end of the beam..

STEP 4: Attaching the cross beams to the outer top frame.

Disconnect the curved front end of the top frame, slide on a Flat tab tub !tting on the the straght

section.

(do this to both sides) Now Re attached the curved front bar. Position the Flat Tab !ttings near the

join

Attach the cross beam from side to side with curve up. Now you can repeat process for the rear

cross beam.

Note: You can move the cross beam along the side tubes and lock into a position.

You should now have the top frame and cross beams together.

You can attach the material cover no if you wish, or do it later.

STEP 5: Assemble the brace bar between front Leg and rear Legs

Note: Front legs use the slightly curved length for it legs facing forwards.

Note: Rear legs use the large curved length for its legs facing to the rear and outwards

You can adjust the angle of the brace bar to fit the distance between front and rear leg.

STEP 6: Attaching the legs to your Centre Console.

Position the bottom of the front leg approx x 2 - 4 inches of the floor.

Hold the mount against the console and mark the position. Ideal to have you legs wide apart.

Check the inside of your console for objects or wires before drilling into the console.

When you attach the mount we recommend putting extra 12 mm ply backing to strengthen your

console to stop !ex and movment of the console. The extra board sits between the console and the

alloy

backing disc we supply. Position the 2nd mount on the leg as high as posible on your console.

The rear leg you can place higher of the floor than the front leg.

This will angle the top giving you more height at the back and head clearance.

STEP 7: Attach the Front legs to the Top Frame cross beam.

Before you lock in the small grub screw you can rotate the legs to the position you require.

It is recommended that you face the front leg curve forwards.

Attatch the top of the front legs to the Flat tab tube #ttings on the top frame cross beam.

You can move the !at tab #ttings to be in the correct position along the cross beam.

You can have the legs straight forwards or angle slightly outwards.

STEP 8: Attach the rear legs to the top frame side bar.

The rear leg curve faces backwards and angle outwards.

You rotate the legs outwards to the side bars of the top frame.

Your Flat tab tube #tting can be place on the side bars of the top frame or outer eadge of the cross

beam. You will have to determine which is the better stable position that suit your console.

LOWRING for storage. You can remove the T Top by detaching the 8 bolts from the mounts. OR

remove all 6 bolts from the mounts leaving the bottom 2 front leg bolts. Then pivot the T Top

forwards. You can also loosen the top of the front legs to the top cover.

WARNING : this is not simple and you are required to be careful of the moving parts.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Be sure to check and tighten all fastners and connections prior to every use

Be cautious when towing or driving under obstacles, low hanging structures or trees

Remove the material top whilst towing behind your vehicle.

Use soap and water to clean your t top. Always rinse and wipe down t top after

Contact with salt (brackish) water.

You will need to polish and maintaine the 304 Stainless it is not high grade. You do have to maintain

it.

It is recommended that you spray a clear protective coat over the grub screws and !ttings.

to help protect from corrosion.

WARRANTY

Dolphin T Tops warrants the product (not including other 3rd party accessories) against

manufactures defects.

The product/part is to be sent to the Dolphin for inspection where it will either be repaired or

replaced.

(unless otherwise agreed in writing) The customer is liable for costs associated in shipping the

product/part to Dolphin T Tops.

Dolphin is not responsible for personal injury or damage to the boat caused by the use of the t top

or any transport charges or cost of installation or removal of the t top. Dolphin is not liablity for direct

or indirect or consequential damages resulting from delay or improper installation.

Warranty does not cover anodised, polished or powder coated surfaces as well as any hardware

corrosion they are speci!cally excluded as their care and use can not be controlled by Dolphin.

Warranty does not cover the spider coat gel cracking or damage from the installation or use of

the t top on your boat. No dealer, retailer or manufacturer is the agent and may

not assume any liablity in connection with this warranty. This warranty is in lieu of all.

WARNING

The construction of your boats console, design, thickness of the console walls and overall design

may

cause movement at the mounting points. Which will cause "ex and movement in the T Top. If this

occurs on your boat it is not a warranty or refundable claim.

If the construction of you boats console causes movement at the mounting points or incorrect

mounting location creates added pressure on joints increasing movement of the t top it voids

warranty.

If in doubt do not install the t top.

Check all bolts and parts prior to use, especially after towing behind a vehicle, lowering and raising

after storage.

WARNING

Do not stand, climb or jump o# t top, do not tow the boat behind a vehicle with the t top lowered.

Do Not Ski, wake,tow tubes, boats or other watercraft from the tower. Watch out whilst moving under

objects, such as bridges, low building and trees.

Dolphin T Top Canada Distributor- Seamax Marine & Outdoor

102-19155 38 Ave, Surrey, BC Canada V3Z0Y6

www.seamaxmarine.com 1877-907-7766

[email protected]

Dolphin SS PRO T top Installation guide

Dolphin SS PRO T top Installation guide

Dolphin SS PRO T top Installation guide

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