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PERAGON TRUCK BED COVERASSEMBLY, OPERATING, & MAINTENANCE

F4-QC-CKFord F150 New Style 2004-Current with the 66" Bed

REV. B

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION ..........................3

IMPORTANT OWNER INFORMATION . 3

Routine Care & Maintenance ...................3

Scratch Repair ..........................................3

Contact Customer Support ......................3

SAFETY ..................................................... 3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN .............................. 4

Plan Your Installation ...............................4

Tools Required ..........................................4

Videos .......................................................4

Inspect Your Shipment .............................4

Packaging Materials .................................4

Bed Liners & Rail Protectors ....................4

HOW IT WORKS ...................................... 5

Short and Long Bearings ..........................5

Cover Retraction .......................................6

Cover Extension ........................................6

INSTALLATION ...........................7

RAIL FRAME ASSEMBLY ...................... 7

ASSEMBLING THE RAMPS .................. 8

RAIL CROSSPIECE SEAL ...................... 9

QUICK CLAMPS INSTALLATION ......... 11

RAIL INSTALLATION ............................. 13

PREPARING THE PANEL ASSEMBLY 15

Installing Gas Spring Brackets .................15

Installing Rubber Bumpers ......................15

INSTALLING PANELS INTO RAILS ..... 16

ADJUSTING RAMP ASSEMBLIES ....... 18

RAIL ALIGNMENT ................................... 19

FINAL RAMP ADJUSTMENT ................ 21

TESTING OPERATION ............................ 21

GAS SPRING INSTALLATION ............... 21

SAGGING FIRST HINGE ......................... 22

OWNERSHIP & OPERATION .. 23

CLOSING AND OPENING THE COVER 23

TRAVELING WITH THE COVER OPEN 24

COVER QUICK RELEASE ....................... 24

ROUTINE CARE ....................................... 24

WARRANTY .................................25

Filing a Claim: .......................................... 25

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSINGPERAGON! .................................... 26

INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT OWNER INFORMATIONRead this manual before attempting to assemble, install, operate, or maintain your Peragon cover. Failure to fol-low instructions may result in personal injury, death and/or property damage.

Your Peragon cover is for inanimate cargo only. Never transport any person or animal in the pickup bed. No one should sit, stand, or lie on or under the cover. Never haul anything on the cover. Do not set any object that could damage the finish or weighing more than 50 pounds on the cover.

Secure cargo to prevent shifting, or it may damage your Peragon cover and/or the cargo. Never use any part of your Peragon cover to secure cargo.

Your Peragon cover is not waterproof. Remove items that may be damaged by water before a car wash or inclem-ent weather. Peragon is not responsible for water dam-age to cargo.

Your Peragon cover may deter theft. However, it is not a guarantee against theft.

If the cover does not operate smoothly, NEVER force it. During the one to two-week break-in period, it is normal for the operation of the cover to be a little stiff. Use spray silicone lubricant on the hinge points for smoother, qui-eter operation. Wipe off excess. NEVER lubricate the rails. If the operation is excessively stiff, contact cus-tomer support.

If your cover is frozen, gently tap around the edges to break up the ice and allow the cover to open.

Routine Care & MaintenanceVibration from transport may loosen bolts. Every month inspect and tighten all bolts on the cover and mounting brackets.

Finish damage caused by chemicals or other environ-mental conditions is not covered by warranty. Clean your cover with a mild soap and water solution. Use care to avoid getting wax on the seals. Wax will discolor the seals.

Scratch RepairIf your cover is scratched, use touch-up paint to prevent flaking around the scratch. • For Classic Black: Dupli-Color Universal Black All-in-1. • For Arctic White: Dupli-Color Universal White All-in-1. • For Paint Match: check with your local dealer or auto

parts store.

Contact Customer Support• (877) 473-7246 ext. 2• [email protected] peragon.com/support for current phone support hours.

SAFETYWe have designed your Peragon truck bed cover to be user-friendly and safe. Use the cover only as intended. Unintended use may result in personal injury or death.

IMPORTANT: These instructions describe safe operating proce-dures. If you install this cover for another person,make sure the new owner reads these instructionsbefore using the cover.

IMPORTANT: Some automotive waxes, polishing compounds, andcleaners contain solvents that are designed to softenand remove small amounts of clear coat finish, inorder to remove scratches. These solvents mayremove the powder coat from your Peragon cover. Besure to use only solvent-free products.

WARNING

Never stand, sit, or lie on yourtruck bed cover.

INTRODUCTION


BEFORE YOU BEGINPlan Your InstallationReview the entire manual before starting. Follow all steps exactly or the cover will not work properly.

Feel free to call customer support to discuss the installa-tion before you begin. We can review the instructions with you in around 30 minutes.

Tools Required

VideosBefore starting the installation, review our installation videos at peragon.com/support/installation-videos.

Each section of this installation manual lists a corre-sponding video, if applicable. The installation videos are NOT intended to replace this manual.

Inspect Your ShipmentYour cover ships in two boxes that may arrive a day or two apart. Inspect all parts for damage. Contact Peragon immediately if you find damage. We will ship a replace-ment part at no cost to you.

Packaging Materials

We recommend folding down the sides of the box to expose the panel assembly, rather than sliding it from the box. Leave the panel assembly as it arrived in the box.

Bed Liners & Rail Protectors Spray-in liners and Bed Rugs are fully compatible. Over-the-rail plastic liners that wrap over the sides of the truck bed may not be compatible or may require extensive modification. Most under-the-rail bed liners DO NOT require modification. In rare occasions, if a liner does not fit snugly, a lot of space exists between the liner and the truck bed, or liners in compact trucks may require modi-fication in front of the wheel wells to allow adequate clearance for parts of the Peragon system.

Factory Installed or aftermarket plastic bed rail protec-tors are compatible with the Peragon cover. Do not remove them. In most cases you will not need to cut them. The Peragon rails will sit on top of your bed rail protectors.

If you believe you must alter the bed rail protectors in any way, please contact us. We can help determine if there’s a way around it.

WARNING

Unsecured objects may fly fromyour vehicle and injure or kill othermotorists.

Make sure your truck bed cover and all items in yourtruck bed are secured before driving. Secure allcargo to proper tie-down points with appropriatehardware. Do not secure cargo to your truck bedcover.

Tape measure Scissors

3/16” spacer, such as a 3/16” drill bit

Level or phone level app

(1) 3/8” wrench (1) 1/8” Allen wrench

(1) 1/2” wrench (2) 7/16” wrenches

(2) Pliers (channel locks recommended)

(Optional) Torque wrench

NOTICE: Do not use power tools. Power tools will over tighten the fasteners and cause damage.

IMPORTANT: Save the boxes and foam packing blocks at least untilyou are sure you will not be returning the cover. It isbest to save the packaging long term, just in case youever need to ship your cover back for warranty work.Replacement packing material is expensive and wedon’t accept returns unless original packaging is used.

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INTRODUCTIONHOW IT WORKS

Figure 1: How it works

Short and Long BearingsThe retractable cover panels (A) rest on the rails (B) with two types of bearings: Long bearings (C) & Short bearings (D).

When the cover is closed, both the long and short bearings rest on the rails. When the cover is open, the short bearings hang down in the bed and the long bearings support the panel assembly.

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D

B

A

C



INTRODUCTIONCover RetractionFigure 2: Cover closed

When the cover is fully closed, the first panel behind the cab (E) is held in the up position by two gas springs. To begin the retraction process, push down on the hinge between the first and second panel (F). The panels will fold together as you compress the gas springs. Gently guide the remaining panels forward. The long bearings will ride forward along the rails.

Figure 3: Cover open

The short bearings (G) will descend through the rail notch (H). The short bearings will then ride down the ramp (I) until each panel is folded. When fully retracted, the panels will all hang from the rails on the long bearings (J).

Cover ExtensionTo extend the cover to the closed position, pull on the strap slowly toward the tailgate. The short bearings will ride up the ramp until they are on the rails. To complete the extension process, the gas springs will push the first panel behind the cab into the up position.

E

F

H

G

J

I

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INSTALLATION

RAIL FRAME ASSEMBLY

Figure 4: Rail installation

• (A) Foam blocks from around the cover panels • (B) Passenger rail • (C) Rail crosspiece • (D) Passenger-side rail crosspiece bracket with silver

clip • (E) Plastic spacer • (F) Lock nut

• (G) Driver-side rail crosspiece bracket (no silver clip)

WATCH VIDEO“Rail Frame Assembly” at peragon.com/support/installation-videos

TOOLS & SUPPLIES• 7/16” wrench

IMPORTANT:

Be sure the rails are positioned correctly. When youstand in the middle of the rails facing the rail cross-piece (C), the passenger side rail will be on your left.The bolts on the rails will be toward the inside. Therails are imprinted with P (Passenger) and D (Driver).

A

B

DE

F

C

G

IMPORTANT: Make sure the fuzzy seals on the inside of the rails areflattened out and straight, not folded over them-selves. Make sure the crosspiece brackets sit firmlyand squarely on the rails before tightening the locknuts. Tighten nuts until snug. Do NOT over-tighten.


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ASSEMBLING THE RAMPS

Figure 5: Ramp assembly

1. Slide two ¼” bolts into the T channel on each rail (A).2. Identify the driver side ramp by locating the D

imprinted on it. The passenger side ramp has a P imprinted on it.

3. Place ramps onto bolts with the ramp side (B) toward the tailgate end of the rails. Slide each ramp into position so that the ramp side is tight against the rail notch (C).

4. Tighten nuts until snug. Do NOT over-tighten.

Figure 6: Ramp against rail notch

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TOOLS & SUPPLIES• 7/16” wrench

B

AC

IMPORTANT: The ramps must be butted tight against the tailgateside of the rail notch (C).

C


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RAIL CROSSPIECE SEAL

Figure 7: Attaching the rail crosspiece seal

• (A) Rail crosspiece beveled edge for mounting the crosspiece seal (clean with alcohol)

• (B) Rail surface for mounting the crosspiece seal (clean with alcohol)

• (C) Rail crosspiece seal

• (D) Crosspiece seal corner to notch before applying seal (see next page)

CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...

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TOOLS & SUPPLIES• Provided alcohol wipes• Scissors

IMPORTANT:

Before beginning, clean the entire surface where theseal will be mounted with alcohol wipes. Wipe thebeveled edge of the rail crosspiece (A) and the rails (B).Allow all surfaces to dry. Otherwise, the seal maycome loose.

A

A

C

B

B

C B

D

D


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Figure 8: Notching rail crosspiece seal

1. Line up the crosspiece seal with the outer edge of either the driver side or passenger side rail seal.

2. Use scissors to notch the corner (D) as shown. Make sure the crosspiece seal sits tightly against the rail seal.

3. Start applying the rail crosspiece seal at the notched corner. Peel away a few inches of the backing to expose the adhesive. Apply adhesive to the rail and then onto the beveled lip of the rail crosspiece. Press the adhesive into the metal very firmly. Make sure the crosspiece seal is straight and flat against the metal. Peel away short lengths of backing as you apply the rail crosspiece seal.

Figure 9: Trimming and notching rail crosspiece seal

4. Stop applying the adhesive a few inches away from the other rail seal. Leave a few inches of backing on the seal to prevent it from sticking to any surface.

5. Cut the rail crosspiece seal to length where it meets the inner crease of the rail seal (E).

6. Notch the corner like the other end of the seal (F).7. Finish applying the seal. Apply firm pressure across

the entire seal. Check the entire length of the seal for proper adhesion.

D

EF

IMPORTANT: Avoid cutting the seal too short!

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QUICK CLAMPS INSTALLATION Figure 10: Quick Clamps

Six Quick Clamps should arrive pre-assembled as shown (A).

Figure 11: Three clamps per side

1. Install three clamps on each side of the bed (B). Install the front and rear clamps as close to the ends as possible. Leave the clamps loose for now

NOTE: The exact position is not critical. The clamps can be moved slightly to avoid obstructions, such as plastic clips. If the center clamp cannot be centered between the front and

rear clamps, it is best to move the clamp toward the tailgate until it clears the obstacle.


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TOOLS & SUPPLIES• Level or phone level app• (1) 1/2” wrench• (2) Pliers (channel locks recommended)• (Optional) Torque wrench

IMPORTANT: All truck bed rails are manufactured with minor varia-tions. You will need to bend the Quick Clamps intoposition to ensure the rails are level. Otherwise, thecover will not operate properly.

A

B

B

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Figure 12: Clamp flush with top of bed rail

2. Flush the top edge of each clamp with the top of the bed rail or plastic bed caps, not the raised ribs (C).

3. Tighten the bolts to 160 inch-pounds or 13 foot-pounds (17 Newton-meters) if you are using a torque wrench. Do NOT over-tighten.

Figure 13: Bending bracket legs

4. Use two pliers to bend the horizontal leg to about a 1° upward angle.

NOTE: The final rail assembly height can be easily adjusted by loosening and raising or lowering the Quick Clamps.

IMPORTANT: The front clamps must be in front of the ramps whenthe rails are installed.

C

IMPORTANT: Ensure each clamp is bent to a 1° upward angle. Oth-erwise, the rails will not be level and the cover will notoperate properly.

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RAIL INSTALLATION

Figure 14: Rail installation

1. With the help of another person (if available), place the rails onto the Quick Clamps.2. Slide two bolts into the tailgate end of each rail T slot. Insert one bolt down through the middle Quick Clamp and one

through the rear Quick Clamp. Do not tighten the nuts.3. Insert a bolt into the cab end of each rail T slot. Insert bolts down through the front Quick Clamps.


WATCH VIDEO“Installing the Rails” at peragon.com/support/installation-videos

TOOLS & SUPPLIES• Tape measure • 3/16” drill bit or other object to serve as

3/16” spacer• Level or phone level app• 7/16” wrench

IMPORTANT: Make sure the front Quick Clamps are in front of theramps. If not, move them toward the cab. See “QuickClamps Installation” on page 11.

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Figure 15: Spacing between rails and tailgate

4. Use a 3/16” drill bit or other spacer to set the spacing (A) between the bottom of the rails (B) and the tailgate (C). Figure 16: Rails centered in truck bed

5. Use a tape measure to center the front ends of the rails from side to side (D). Measure from the inside lip of the truck bed to the inside edge of the t-slot (E) on each side.

6. Check to make sure the rails are 3/16” from the tailgate and centered side to side in the bed.7. Tighten the nuts on the two cab-side Quick Clamps only. Do not overtighten.

A

B

C

IMPORTANT: Leave the middle and rear mounting bolts loose for now.

D

E

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PREPARING THE PANEL ASSEMBLYInstalling Gas Spring Brackets

Figure 17: Gas spring bracket installation

1. Position the gas spring bracket as shown. The ball stud should face outward (B).

2. Tighten the lower screw before inserting the upper screw. Tighten until snug. Do NOT over-tighten.

3. Repeat on opposite side.

Installing Rubber Bumpers

Figure 18: Rubber bumper installation

1. Insert rubber bumpers (C) into the top of the panels. There are two holes in every other panel. Twist bum-pers back and forth while pressing down to make sure the tips mushroom out completely on the undersides of the panels.

2. Remove the protective packaging between the pan-els.

NOTICE: If the bumpers are not staying in place when the cover is installed, your rails might not be parallel or level.

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TOOLS & SUPPLIES• 1/8” Allen wrench • 3/8” wrench

IMPORTANT: Place the gas spring bracket on the outside of thepanel as shown. Use the holes farthest from the lock(A). The other set of holes are NOT used for your cover.

B

A


C


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INSTALLING PANELS INTO RAILS

Figure 19: Installing panel assembly, driver side

1. Wrap the pull strap around the panels to hold them together while you move them into place. Tie off the strap so it is snug but not so tight that the panels bow and rub together.

2. Position the folded panel assembly in the bed of the truck. The lock should be toward the cab. The long bearings should be up.

Figure 20: Bearings in rail

3. Place the long bearings into the driver side rail (A).4. Insert the pin on the first panel (B) into corner

bracket (C).

Figure 21: Pin in driver side bracket

5. Verify the pin is in the bracket (D).



A C

B

AD


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Figure 22: Installing panel assembly, passenger side

6. Swing the passenger side of the panel assembly toward the cab. Place the long bearings into the passenger side rail (E).

Figure 23: Pin in passenger side bracket

7. Push the panel assembly toward the cab until the pin on the first panel (F) clicks into the corner bracket (G). You may need to push fairly hard to get the pin into the bracket.

Figure 24: Proper pin placement

8. Look closely to make sure the pin is in the hole (H).

E

FG

H

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ADJUSTING RAMP ASSEMBLIES

Figure 25: Rail and ramp setup

• (A) Ramp• (B) Rail width at the cab• (C) Rail width at the tailgate• (D) 4” bolt• (E) Jam nut• (F) Rubber cap 1. Make sure the rails are the same width at the cab

and the tailgate. Measure between the inside edge of each rail by the cab (B) and by the tailgate (C). Do not tighten rails to the tailgate clamps as this will be done in a later step.

NOTE: Place the jam nut on either side of the ramp you pre-fer.2. Turn the ramp adjustment bolts (D) until the ramps

are approximately perpendicular to the truck bed floor.

Figure 26: Ramp alignment

3. Gently slide the panels toward the tailgate until the short bearings (G) contact the ramps (H).

4. Turn the ramp adjustment bolts to adjust the ramps inward or outward.

Figure 27: Ramp misalignment

5. Make sure the bearings make full contact with the ramps. Make sure the ramps are not set so far inward that they contact the panels as the bearings move up the ramp.

6. Move the bearings slowly up and down the ramps to make sure the ramps are properly adjusted.

7. Leave the jam nuts lose. They will be tightened to secure the adjustment bolts in a later step.

NOTICE: You may cut the bolts or replace the bolts for a more custom fit. However, be sure the cover operates properly FIRST!

WATCH VIDEO“Panel and Frame Adjustment” at peragon.com/support/installation-videos

TOOLS & SUPPLIES• 1/2” wrench• Tape measure

AB

C

D

E

F

A

A

HG

D


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RAIL ALIGNMENT Figure 28: Rail spacing

1. If quick clamps must be adjusted to achieve proper vertical spacing, loosen mounting bolts and move up or down as needed. Tighten the bolts when spacing is correct. Make sure the center mounting point does not cause a bow in the rail.

2. Slowly pull the cover closed. Figure 29: Pulling rails together at the tailgate

3. Pull the rails toward each other until they contact the bearings on the last panel (C).



TOOLS & SUPPLIES• Tape measure• 7/16” wrench

IMPORTANT:

Make sure the rails are spaced 3/16 - 3/8” (A) abovethe bed rail or bed cap (B).

A

B

IMPORTANT:

Make sure there is no more than a hairline gap between each rail and bearing (C).

C


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Figure 30:

4. Use a tape measure to center the rails from side to side (D) at the tailgate end. Measure from the inside lip of the truck bed to the inside edge of the t-slot (E) on each side. Make sure the measurement is the same on each side.

5. When the spacing is correct, partially tighten the nuts to allow only limited movement. You should be able to feel resistance when moving the rails.

Figure 31: Level rails

6. Make sure the rails are parallel to the tailgate (F). Rails must be level.

7. When all adjustments are complete, tighten rails to Quick Clamps.NOTE: The top of the rails should overhang the tailgate.8. Inspect both rail seals. The seals should rest gently on top of bed rails. Make sure the seals are flared outward. If a

seal is curled under itself, slide a credit card or other thin, non-abrasive item under the seal to work it outward.

IMPORTANT:

Make sure each rail is level and straight. Bend the horizontal legs of the Quick Clamps to achieve level rails, if necessary.Adjust the middle clamp if the rail is bowed up or down. See “Quick Clamps Installation” on page 11. Make sure all QuickClamps are secure.

D

E

F

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FINAL RAMP ADJUSTMENTFigure 32: Short bearing on inside edge of ramp

Make sure the short bearings (A) ride along the inside edge on each ramp (B). Turn the adjustment bolt (C) as needed. Tighten the jam nut (D) when finished.

TESTING OPERATION

Before attaching the gas springs, make sure the cover is operating well. Pull on the nylon strap to see if the cover extends properly. Make sure the cover moves in the rails with no metal-on-metal binding.

Slide the cover back and forth to ensure proper installa-tion and movement. If excessive force is required, check to make sure that:• Rails are centered.• Rails are level. Rails must be parallel to the tailgate.• Rails are pulled in to contact the bearings near the

tailgate.

The cover will not extend completely flat until the gas springs are installed. If everything is installed correctly, the cover should move smoothly. If there is binding or if the cover is catching on something, check your work.

Keep in mind that the rubber seals cause some resistance for the first week or so. These seals may make the cover more difficult to move at first. After the cover is broken in, it should operate smoothly, with no binding.

If it does not operate well, contact customer support or follow the troubleshooting steps found here: peragon.com/support/rough-operation

GAS SPRING INSTALLATION

Figure 33: Gas spring installation

1. Compress each spring several times before installa-tion to loosen its movement.

2. Position each gas spring with the rod end (A) toward the tailgate.

3. Snap the springs onto the ball studs on the ramps (B).

4. Then snap the gas springs onto the ball studs on the panels (C).



BA

C

D

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A

B

C

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NOTICE: Gas Springs must be installed rod end down, or failure will result! If gas springs are installed rod end up, the internal seals will dry out from lack of lubrication.

Figure 34: Detaching gas springs

NOTE: If you need to remove the gas springs, move the silver lever to the center position (D) and pull the spring from the ball stud.

SAGGING FIRST HINGE

Figure 35: Sagging first hinge

When the cover is new, the seals between the panels may be stiff. This stiffness may cause the first hinge to sag (F). The sag should go away after the break-in period. The following optional procedure may speed up the break-in process:

1. Pull the cover closed.2. Push up on the sagging hinge from below.3. Lock the cover. Leave it locked for 24-48 hours to allow the seals to compress.

D

IMPORTANT: Check all bolts and nuts to make sure all components are secured.

F

OWNERSHIP


OWNERSHIP & OPERATION

Figure 36: Cover operation

CLOSING AND OPENING THE COVERTo close the cover, pull the strap toward the tailgate. Locking the cover is optional because the gas springs will hold the cover closed.

To open the cover, push down on the seam between the first and second panels behind the cab (A). Push down a few inches past the lock. Grasp the last panel with your hand and guide the cover into the folded position.

At first, the operation will be tight while the various parts break in.

NOTE: The gas springs may not push the first two panels up all the way until the seals have been compressed for a while. At first, the seal pressure may also cause the panels to be slightly uneven when closing.

NOTE: A car wash dryer may push an unlocked cover open. Lock the cover before a car wash.

NOTICE: A snow load bouncing on the cover can cause damage. Brush off snow before driving.

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A


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TRAVELING WITH THE COVER OPENTo travel with the cover secured in the open position, simply loop the pull strap around the folded panels and tie it off. Leave some slack so the panels do not press against each other, which could damage the finish. Secure the end of the strap before driving. Secure your cargo clear of your Peragon cover.

COVER QUICK RELEASE

The panels can be removed to use the full length of your truck bed.1. Fold the cover open.2. Remove the gas springs by flipping the silver levers on the end fittings to the center position and pulling the spring

off the ball studs. See “Gas Spring Installation” on page 21.3. Depress the quick release spring clip on the passenger side front corner to detach the cover from the frame.4. Swing the passenger side of the folded cover toward the tailgate until driver side also swings out of the rails.

See “Installing Panels into Rails” on page 16.

ROUTINE CAREAfter installing your cover, check all bolts and nuts regularly to ensure that they remain secure. For the first month, per-form a weekly check. After the first month, perform monthly inspections for as long as the cover is on the truck.

Additional maintenance suggestions may be found here: peragon.com/support/cover-maintenance

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WARRANTY


WARRANTYTHE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY RUNS SOLELY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF A PERAGON TRUCK BED COVER AND AS TO ITS ORIGI-NAL INSTALLATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PERAGON PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS.

WARRANTY:Peragon Enterprises, Inc. for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase does hereby warrant its products to be free from manufacturer’s defects. During this period, Peragon Enterprises, Inc., will repair or replace, at its sole discre-tion, any part found to be defective as a result of the manufacturing process.

PERAGON ENTERPRISES, INC. DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST DEFECTS RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATIONS, MISUSE, ABUSE, ACCIDENTS, PRODUCT MODIFICATIONS, ACTS OF GOD, NEGLIGENCE OR DETERIORATION OF THE FINISH DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE OR EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND/OR OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL CONDI-TIONS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO WIND, HAIL, SUNLIGHT, ICE OR WATER. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND IN ANY RESPECT TO ACCESSORIES OR PARTS NOT PRODUCED BY PERAGON ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. PERAGON ENTERPRISES, INC. NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF ITS PRODUCT.

The warranty provided herein extends only to the original purchaser of a Peragon Truck Bed Cover manufactured by Peragon Enterprises, Inc. at its manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin. All claims must be made in writing to the Peragon Enterprises, Inc. headquarters in Washburn County Wisconsin which shall be the situs for any claims or actions. This warranty coverage is limited to parts only.

Filing a Claim:To make a claim under this warranty, you must notify the company at its headquarters in Shell Lake, Wisconsin in writing within one year from the date of purchase. Peragon Enterprises, Inc. will arrange to view the claimed defect to determine if the claim is covered under this limited warranty. You may be required to return the claimed defective part(s), properly packaged and at your expense to Peragon Enterprises, Inc. If determined by Peragon Enterprises, Inc. that there is a manufacturing defect to be covered by its warranty, Peragon Enterprises, Inc. will, at no cost to the warranty holder (including shipping costs within the continental U.S.A.), provide a replacement for the defective part(s) or repair the defective product.

Peragon Enterprises, Inc. makes every effort to respond to warranty claims in a timely fashion. However, availability of parts will affect how long it takes to process your claim. If your claim cannot be processed immediately, you will be noti-fied and given an approximate date for completion.

THANK YOU

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING PERAGON!

Dear Customer:

Congratulations on your purchase of a Peragon cover! This product has been engineered to provide

you with years of reliable use and convenience. While we have made every effort to ensure that your

ownership experience will be trouble free, we encourage you to let us know if you experience any diffi-

culty. Your satisfaction is our priority, and your feedback allows us to improve our products and ser-

vice.

As an owner of a Peragon cover you have become part of a dream that began in 1999 when we sat

down with a blank sheet of paper and started to sketch out a design for what is now the best truck bed

cover available. Bringing Peragon from a dream to reality has been a challenge, but we haven’t worked

alone.

From the very beginning, we have been determined to make God our Senior Partner. In a crisis, the

problem is turned over to Him, and He has never failed to help us with the answer. Each bed cover that

we produce must reflect the integrity of management, including our Senior Partner. If sometimes we

fail because we are human, we find it imperative to do our utmost to make it right. In addition to being

Senior Partner, He is also our Heavenly Father and it is a great blessing to us to have this security in

these troubled times. If you are troubled or perplexed and looking for answers, may we invite you to

look to Him, for God loves you. “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that who-

soever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16

We take great pride in every Peragon cover that leaves our plant. Thank you for being a part of our

dream!

Sincerely,

Heath Copp

President & Co-Founder

Introduction 3Installation 7Ownership & Operation 23Warranty 25Thank You for Choosing Peragon! 26IntroductionImportant Owner InformationRoutine Care & MaintenanceScratch RepairContact Customer Support

SafetyBefore You BeginPlan Your InstallationTools RequiredVideosInspect Your ShipmentPackaging MaterialsBed Liners & Rail Protectors

How it works

Figure 1: How it worksShort and Long BearingsThe retractable cover panels (A) rest on the rails (B) with two types of bearings: Long bearings (C) & Short bearings (D).When the cover is closed, both the long and short bearings rest on the rails. When the cover is open, the short bearings hang down in the bed and the long bearings support the panel assembly.

Cover Retraction

Figure 2: Cover closedWhen the cover is fully closed, the first panel behind the cab (E) is held in the up position by two gas springs. To begin the retraction process, push down on the hinge between the first and second panel (F). The panels will fold together as you com...

Figure 3: Cover openThe short bearings (G) will descend through the rail notch (H). The short bearings will then ride down the ramp (I) until each panel is folded. When fully retracted, the panels will all hang from the rails on the long bearings (J).Cover ExtensionTo extend the cover to the closed position, pull on the strap slowly toward the tailgate. The short bearings will ride up the ramp until they are on the rails. To complete the extension process, the gas springs will push the first panel behind the ca...

InstallationRail Frame Assembly

Figure 4: Rail installationAssembling the Ramps

Figure 5: Ramp assembly1. Slide two ¼” bolts into the T channel on each rail (A).2. Identify the driver side ramp by locating the D imprinted on it. The passenger side ramp has a P imprinted on it.3. Place ramps onto bolts with the ramp side (B) toward the tailgate end of the rails. Slide each ramp into position so that the ramp side is tight against the rail notch (C).4. Tighten nuts until snug. Do NOT over-tighten.Rail Crosspiece Seal

Figure 7: Attaching the rail crosspiece sealCONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...

Figure 8: Notching rail crosspiece seal1. Line up the crosspiece seal with the outer edge of either the driver side or passenger side rail seal.2. Use scissors to notch the corner (D) as shown. Make sure the crosspiece seal sits tightly against the rail seal.3. Start applying the rail crosspiece seal at the notched corner. Peel away a few inches of the backing to expose the adhesive. Apply adhesive to the rail and then onto the beveled lip of the rail crosspiece. Press the adhesive into the metal very fi...4. Stop applying the adhesive a few inches away from the other rail seal. Leave a few inches of backing on the seal to prevent it from sticking to any surface.5. Cut the rail crosspiece seal to length where it meets the inner crease of the rail seal (E).6. Notch the corner like the other end of the seal (F).7. Finish applying the seal. Apply firm pressure across the entire seal. Check the entire length of the seal for proper adhesion.Quick Clamps Installation

Figure 11: Three clamps per side1. Install three clamps on each side of the bed (B). Install the front and rear clamps as close to the ends as possible. Leave the clamps loose for nowCONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...

2. Flush the top edge of each clamp with the top of the bed rail or plastic bed caps, not the raised ribs (C).3. Tighten the bolts to 160 inch-pounds or 13 foot- pounds (17 Newton-meters) if you are using a torque wrench. Do NOT over-tighten.4. Use two pliers to bend the horizontal leg to about a 1° upward angle.Rail Installation

Figure 14: Rail installation1. With the help of another person (if available), place the rails onto the Quick Clamps.2. Slide two bolts into the tailgate end of each rail T slot. Insert one bolt down through the middle Quick Clamp and one through the rear Quick Clamp. Do not tighten the nuts.3. Insert a bolt into the cab end of each rail T slot. Insert bolts down through the front Quick Clamps.CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...

Figure 15: Spacing between rails and tailgate4. Use a 3/16” drill bit or other spacer to set the spacing (A) between the bottom of the rails (B) and the tailgate (C).5. Use a tape measure to center the front ends of the rails from side to side (D). Measure from the inside lip of the truck bed to the inside edge of the t-slot (E) on each side.6. Check to make sure the rails are 3/16” from the tailgate and centered side to side in the bed.7. Tighten the nuts on the two cab-side Quick Clamps only. Do not overtighten.Preparing the Panel AssemblyInstalling Gas Spring Brackets1. Position the gas spring bracket as shown. The ball stud should face outward (B).2. Tighten the lower screw before inserting the upper screw. Tighten until snug. Do NOT over-tighten.3. Repeat on opposite side.Installing Rubber Bumpers

1. Insert rubber bumpers (C) into the top of the panels. There are two holes in every other panel. Twist bumpers back and forth while pressing down to make sure the tips mushroom out completely on the undersides of the panels.2. Remove the protective packaging between the panels.

Installing Panels into Rails

Figure 19: Installing panel assembly, driver side1. Wrap the pull strap around the panels to hold them together while you move them into place. Tie off the strap so it is snug but not so tight that the panels bow and rub together.2. Position the folded panel assembly in the bed of the truck. The lock should be toward the cab. The long bearings should be up.3. Place the long bearings into the driver side rail (A).4. Insert the pin on the first panel (B) into corner bracket (C).5. Verify the pin is in the bracket (D).CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...

Figure 22: Installing panel assembly, passenger side6. Swing the passenger side of the panel assembly toward the cab. Place the long bearings into the passenger side rail (E).7. Push the panel assembly toward the cab until the pin on the first panel (F) clicks into the corner bracket (G). You may need to push fairly hard to get the pin into the bracket.8. Look closely to make sure the pin is in the hole (H).Adjusting Ramp Assemblies1. Make sure the rails are the same width at the cab and the tailgate. Measure between the inside edge of each rail by the cab (B) and by the tailgate (C). Do not tighten rails to the tailgate clamps as this will be done in a later step.2. Turn the ramp adjustment bolts (D) until the ramps are approximately perpendicular to the truck bed floor.3. Gently slide the panels toward the tailgate until the short bearings (G) contact the ramps (H).4. Turn the ramp adjustment bolts to adjust the ramps inward or outward.5. Make sure the bearings make full contact with the ramps. Make sure the ramps are not set so far inward that they contact the panels as the bearings move up the ramp.6. Move the bearings slowly up and down the ramps to make sure the ramps are properly adjusted.7. Leave the jam nuts lose. They will be tightened to secure the adjustment bolts in a later step.

Rail Alignment1. If quick clamps must be adjusted to achieve proper vertical spacing, loosen mounting bolts and move up or down as needed. Tighten the bolts when spacing is correct. Make sure the center mounting point does not cause a bow in the rail.2. Slowly pull the cover closed.

Figure 29: Pulling rails together at the tailgate3. Pull the rails toward each other until they contact the bearings on the last panel (C).CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...

Figure 30:4. Use a tape measure to center the rails from side to side (D) at the tailgate end. Measure from the inside lip of the truck bed to the inside edge of the t-slot (E) on each side. Make sure the measurement is the same on each side.5. When the spacing is correct, partially tighten the nuts to allow only limited movement. You should be able to feel resistance when moving the rails.

Figure 31: Level rails6. Make sure the rails are parallel to the tailgate (F). Rails must be level.7. When all adjustments are complete, tighten rails to Quick Clamps.NOTE: The top of the rails should overhang the tailgate.

8. Inspect both rail seals. The seals should rest gently on top of bed rails. Make sure the seals are flared outward. If a seal is curled under itself, slide a credit card or other thin, non-abrasive item under the seal to work it outward.Final Ramp AdjustmentTesting OperationGas Spring Installation1. Compress each spring several times before installation to loosen its movement.2. Position each gas spring with the rod end (A) toward the tailgate.3. Snap the springs onto the ball studs on the ramps (B).4. Then snap the gas springs onto the ball studs on the panels (C).CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...NOTE: If you need to remove the gas springs, move the silver lever to the center position (D) and pull the spring from the ball stud.

Sagging First Hinge

Figure 35: Sagging first hingeWhen the cover is new, the seals between the panels may be stiff. This stiffness may cause the first hinge to sag (F). The sag should go away after the break-in period. The following optional procedure may speed up the break-in process:1. Pull the cover closed.2. Push up on the sagging hinge from below.3. Lock the cover. Leave it locked for 24-48 hours to allow the seals to compress.

Ownership & OperationFigure 36: Cover operationClosing and Opening the CoverTraveling with the Cover OpenTo travel with the cover secured in the open position, simply loop the pull strap around the folded panels and tie it off. Leave some slack so the panels do not press against each other, which could damage the finish. Secure the end of the strap befo...

Cover Quick ReleaseThe panels can be removed to use the full length of your truck bed.1. Fold the cover open.2. Remove the gas springs by flipping the silver levers on the end fittings to the center position and pulling the spring off the ball studs. See “Gas Spring Installation” on page 21.3. Depress the quick release spring clip on the passenger side front corner to detach the cover from the frame.4. Swing the passenger side of the folded cover toward the tailgate until driver side also swings out of the rails.See “Installing Panels into Rails” on page 16.

Routine careAfter installing your cover, check all bolts and nuts regularly to ensure that they remain secure. For the first month, perform a weekly check. After the first month, perform monthly inspections for as long as the cover is on the truck.Additional maintenance suggestions may be found here:

WarrantyTHE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY RUNS SOLELY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF A PER...WARRANTY:Peragon Enterprises, Inc. for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase does hereby warrant its products to be free from manufacturer’s defects. During this period, Peragon Enterprises, Inc., will repair or replace, at its sole discretion,...PERAGON ENTERPRISES, INC. DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST DEFECTS RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATIONS, MISUSE, ABUSE, ACCIDENTS, PRODUCT MODIFICATIONS, ACTS OF GOD, NEGLIGENCE OR DETERIORATION OF THE FINISH DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE OR EXPOSURE TO CHEMI...The warranty provided herein extends only to the original purchaser of a Peragon Truck Bed Cover manufactured by Peragon Enterprises, Inc. at its manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin. All claims must be made in writing to the Peragon Enterprises, In...Filing a Claim:To make a claim under this warranty, you must notify the company at its headquarters in Shell Lake, Wisconsin in writing within one year from the date of purchase. Peragon Enterprises, Inc. will arrange to view the claimed defect to determine if the ...Peragon Enterprises, Inc. makes every effort to respond to warranty claims in a timely fashion. However, availability of parts will affect how long it takes to process your claim. If your claim cannot be processed immediately, you will be notified an...

Thank You for Choosing Peragon!Dear Customer:Congratulations on your purchase of a Peragon cover! This product has been engineered to provide you with years of reliable use and convenience. While we have made every effort to ensure that your ownership experience will be trouble free, we encoura...As an owner of a Peragon cover you have become part of a dream that began in 1999 when we sat down with a blank sheet of paper and started to sketch out a design for what is now the best truck bed cover available. Bringing Peragon from a dream to rea...From the very beginning, we have been determined to make God our Senior Partner. In a crisis, the problem is turned over to Him, and He has never failed to help us with the answer. Each bed cover that we produce must reflect the integrity of manageme...We take great pride in every Peragon cover that leaves our plant. Thank you for being a part of our dream!Sincerely,Heath CoppPresident & Co-Founder

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