Portable TM Indoor Outdoor Clothesline Owner’s Manual TO SUIT MODELS: PortableTM 170 PortableTM 120
Introduction Congratulations Carton Contents Congratulations on the purchase of your Portable Clothesline, which will bring you many years of trouble free and efficient drying, both indoors and outdoors. Part name Qty. Spreader and hinge assembly 1 Arm assembly 2 Leg assembly - LH 2 It is important that you read this owner’s manual thoroughly before assembly and use. In this way you will benefit from all of the design features and enjoy safe use of the product.
Assembly The Hills Portable Clothesline is quick and easy to assemble. Just follow the steps below which are suitable for both the 170 (10 line) and 120 (8 line) models. NOTE: all diagrams in this manual show the Portable Clothesline 120. 1. Rotate the Hinges into the open position. A. Place the spreader and hinge assembly on a flat surface. B. Pull the latch out. C. Whilist holding the latch out, rotate the hinge to the ‘open’ position until the latch ‘clicks’ into place. D. Repeat at other end.
Assembly 2. Attach the Legs to the Hinge Assemblies. Fasten the legs as shown in Steps 1–4. Step 1 Step 2 Mount hole Locking wedge and locking nut Locate the locking wedge (with M6 nut assembled) on to the moulded leg section of the hinge moulding. While holding the locking wedge in place, fit leg tube (ensuring mount hole is oriented as shown). NOTE: Check leg orientation (as per diagram in Step 4) to ensure the threaded inserts for securing the leg brace are facing each other.
Assembly 3. Attach the Brace to the Legs. Using the eight (8) M6 x 16 countersunk screws, attach the leg brace to the four (4) threaded inserts in the legs using the hex key - 4mm. Fasten securely. Repeat at other end. Leg Threaded insert Leg brace M6 x 16 countersunk screws 4. Turn the Portable Clothesline over and stand on the ground as shown.
Assembly 5. Attach the arms. Locate the arms into the recess in each end of the hinge assemblies ensuring the screw holes and insert fasteners align. Insert the two (2) M6 x 12 low profile screws and fasten securely using the hex key – 4mm. NOTE: Ensure the arms are assembled with the curve up (as shown).
Assembly 6. Attach the line. A. Fasten the line to the innermost line tensioner as shown in steps 1–4. Step 1 Fit the cover cap onto the end of the line, (ensure correct orientation). Step 3 Loop the line around the rear groove of the tensioner and pull tight to prevent line slipping. Step 2 Insert the line down through the front slot of the tensioner as shown, pull through 100mm (4”) of line. Step 4 Feed the line up and back through the front slot of the tensioner and pull tight. B.
Assembly C. Continue to thread the line through each of the line sleeves ensuring all lines are parallel, as shown in step 6. Step 6 Line tensioner inner Line sleeve Line tensioner outer Cover cap D. Tie off line to the outer line tensioner as per steps 1–4 on page 7. Do not tighten line yet. E. Repeat steps A–D for the other side. F. Tighten line on each side by pulling it ‘through’ the line sleeves and repeating tie off procedure with the outer line tensioner.
Assembly and Line Tensioning G. Fit the cover caps and trim the line as shown in steps 7 and 8. Step 7 Feed end of the line through each cover cap and fit by rotating clockwise using the cover cap tool provided until a slight ‘click’ is felt. NOTE: A short video showing the attachment of line segments is available for viewing on the Hills website: www.hills.com.au Step 8 Trim off any excess line flush with end of each cover cap as shown.
Folding and Unfolding Folding and Unfolding A. To fold away your Portable Clothesline, pull the latch out with one hand, while supporting and rotating the legs up and around with your other hand. Keep rotating until the latch ‘clicks’ back into place, locking the legs closed. B. Place the folded end on the ground. C. Release the latch at the other end, and fold the legs while bringing the product to a vertical position. The folded product is now ready to be stored.
Accessories Hanging bracket To hang your Portable Clothesline for convenient storage a hanging bracket has been included. 1. The hanging bracket can be fastened to almost any wall or vertical surface using appropriate fasteners (not supplied). 2. The hanging bracket and door adaptor can be used over most doors. Simply place the hanging bracket and door adaptor over your door as shown.
Accessories Wind tether When you use your Portable Clothesline outdoors (particularly on balconies) we recommend using the wind tether. Secure the clothesline to a fixed object like the balcony, a post or a railing to ensure it does not blow away. NOTE: 1. The Portable Clothesline should be folded and put away in very strong winds. 2. The wind tether is not for children, is not to be used as a toy and should be stored away safely when not in use.
Hills Smart Pegs We have included a ten pack of Hills Smart Pegs for use with your Portable Clothesline. TM Hills Smart Pegs are UV resistant and can be left outside without severe deterioration occurring. They are dual moulded for superior comfort and grip. TM Hills Smart Pegs can be purchased at most hardware and general merchant stores. TM Warning: CHOKING HAZARD! Small parts. Not for children under 3 years old. Not to be used as a toy.
Hints, Care and Maintenance Hints Care and Maintenance • Heavy or large items like thick towels, sheets and quilts can be dried on the Portable Clotheslines. We recommend placing them over the inner lines leaving the outer lines for smaller objects. We also recommend spreading the load over two lines to allow more air circulation for faster drying. Sheets can be folded in half and dried over two lines. It is a good idea to occasionally inspect all components and check for wear and tear or damage.
Guarantee and Contact Details Hills Guarantee Hills Contacts Hills Industries Limited undertakes that if any part of its manufacture has failed to operate correctly due to faulty workmanship or defective material, it will repair or replace the part free of cost for a period of THREE (3) years from date of purchase of the article, given fair wear and tear. The PVC line and accessories including Smart PegsTM, hanging bracket and wind tether are all guaranteed for a period of ONE (1) year.
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