It's time to sit in the hot tub and relax. But you like the jets in the corner and your spouse likes the lounger. You know what happens next - you have to determine which side of the hot tub will be uncovered and which side the cover will rest on. You bought a whole tub but you only use half of it. The problem is finding the right place to put the hot tub cover so that it doesn't pick up the grass clippings from the lawn you just finished mowing.>

The Cover Keeper provides a simple solution to your storage problem. Simply fold the cover in half and then flip it out of the way onto the storage brackets. A buckle strap keeps it securely in place while the spa cover itself adds extra privacy while you relax. There's even a pull strap that makes closing the cover easier than ever. Finally, a convenient place to store your cover as well as added privacy and ease of use. What could be simpler. What could be better.

The Cover Keeper is offered in many different styles to accomodate almost all shapes of spas.

standard (for rectangular or soft radius-edged covers)	round kit (for round covers)	octagon kit (for octagon covers)	flush mounted kit (for flush mounted covers)
GAZEBO (for spas in enclosed gazebos or up against walls)

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How It's Better

Quality Construction
The Cover Keeper is made with quality hot-rolled steel construction and then powder coated in a gray finish to prevent rust. It includes mounting instructions and all the necessary hardware for easy installation.

Compact Storage Design
Because the hot tub cover is stored in an upright position, it requires very little extra space, unlike some other cover holders. This makes the Cover Keeper ideal for use even if the spa is located near a wall or fence. A folded cover in the upright/resting position usually takes no more than 6 to 14 inches of space behind the side of the tub itself.

Safety Straps
Once the cover is resting on the storage brackets, the safety straps hold it securely in place. A quick-release buckle makes locking and unlocking the straps easy. The strap itself adjusts to the size of your tub.

Added Privacy
Because the cover rests in an upright position, it provides additional privacy while you are in the tub.

Pull Strap For Easier Closing
Everyone would like it to be a bit easier to handle the cover while closing it. Our pull strap does just that. It allows one person to easily bring the cover back into place from its resting point on the brackets all the way to the closed position.

Accommodates Any Style
We offer different styles of the Cover Keeper to best accommodate the many different shapes of today's hot tubs, spas and covers.

Cover Keeper Image Gallery
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Installation Instructions

Round | Standard | Octagon | Flush | Gazebo

ROUND (for round covers)

Tools Required:
-Power drill or hand drill with 3/16" drill bit
-1/2" socket with ratchet
-Hole punch
-Safety glasses

Mounting the Cover Keeper

1. Mark center of tub on opposite side from point of entry.
2. Measure out 20" on each side of center mark.
3. Hold up Cover Keepers bracket to upper ledge of hot tub. Mark hole with pencil. Repeat with other bracket.
4. Drill 3/16" holes on marks 1" to 1-1/2" into hot tub enclosure.
   Caution: Always check for hoses and wires on inside of tub enclosure.
5. Hold up individual Cover Keeper bracket and insert screws with washers (5/16x1-1/2" lag bolts). Tighten screws securely. Caution: Do not overtighten screws.
6. Repeat for other Cover Keeper bracket

Attaching the Cover Keeper Lift Strap

1. Using one of the two rectangular plates, place plate one inch up from bottom of hot tub cover flap, opposite from Cover Keeper brackets. Make sure plate is centered on cover.
2. Punch holes through cover flap at opposite ends of plate.
3. Put one plate on each side of the hot tub cover flap. Using the �-20x1/2" screws and nuts, attach securely to flap.
4. Cut out center slot on plates and insert looped end of strap through back of flap.
5. Pull strap tight.

*Always remember to fasten safety straps around cover when in the upright position.
Warning: Physically altering your hot tub cover may void your manufacturer's warranty.

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STANDARD (for rectangular or soft radius-edged covers)

Tools Required:
-Power drill or hand drill with 3/16" bit.
-�" socket wrench
-hole punch
-safety glasses

Mounting the Cover Keeper

1. Install Cover Keeper on opposite side of hot tub from point of entry.
2. Locate Cover Keeper 8" to 10" from outside corners of hot tub. If possible, mount Cover Keeper into vertical supports of hot tub enclosure.(If vertical support is used, make sure to use longer lag bolts provided.) Position support base of Cover Keepers so that they are against underside of upper ledge.
3. Drill mounting holes to a depth of 1" to 1-1/2" into hot tub enclosure.
   Caution: Always check inside of enclosure for hoses and wires. Hold up individual Cover Keeper bracket and insert screws with washers (5/16 x1-1/2" lag bolts). Tighten screws securely.
4. Repeat for other Cover Keeper bracket.

Attaching the Cover Keeper Lift Strap

1. Using one of the two rectangular plates, place plate one inch up from bottom of hot tub cover flap, opposite from Cover Keeper brackets. Make sure plate is centered on cover.
2. Punch holes through cover flap at opposite ends of plate.
3. Put one plate on each side of the hot tub cover flap. Using the �-20 x � screws and nuts, attach securely to flap.
4. Cut out center slot on plates and insert looped end of strap through back of flap.
5. Pull strap tight.

*Always remember to fasten safety straps around cover when in the upright position.
Warning: Physically altering your hot tub cover may void your manufacturer's warranty.

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OCTAGON(for octagon covers)

Tools Required:
-Power drill or hand drill with 3/16" bit.
-�" socket wrench
-hole punch
-safety glasses

Mounting the Cover Keeper

1. Install Cover Keeper on opposite side of hot tub from point of entry.
2. Locate Cover Keeper 9" from inside corners of hot tub. If possible, mount framework into vertical supports of hot tub enclosure. Position support base of Cover Keeper so that they are against underside of upper ledge.
3. Drill mounting holes to a depth of 1" to 1-1/2" into hot tub enclosure.
   Caution: Always check inside of enclosure for hoses and wires.
   Hold up individual Cover Keeper bracket and insert screws with washers (5/16 x1-1/2" lag bolts). Tighten screws securely.
4. Repeat for other Cover Keeper bracket.

Attaching the Cover Keeper Lift Strap

1. Using one of the two rectangular plates, place plate one inch up from bottom of hot tub cover flap, opposite from Cover Keeper brackets. Make sure plate is centered on cover.
2. Punch holes through cover flap at opposite ends of plate.
3. Put one plate on each side of the hot tub cover flap. Using the �-20 x � screws and nuts, attach securely to flap.
4. Cut out center slot on plates and insert looped end of strap through back of flap.
5. Pull strap tight.

*Always remember to fasten safety straps around cover when in the upright position.
Warning: Physically altering your hot tub cover may void your manufacturer's warranty.

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FLUSH (for flush mounted covers)

Tools Required:
-Power drill or hand drill with �" bit
-1/2" socket wrench
-hole punch
-safety glasses

Mounting the Cover Keeper

1. Install Cover Keeper on opposite side of hot tub from point of entry.
2. Measure out 6" from side of hot tub, and 10" in from each side of hot tub. Place Cover Keeper and mark holes.
3. Drill 3/16" holes into deck. Hold up individual Cover Keeper bracket and insert screws with washers (5/16x1-1/2" lag bolts). Tighten screws securely into deck.

Caution: Do not overtighten screws.

Attaching the Cover Keeper Lift Strap

1. Using one of the two rectangular plates, place plate one inch up from bottom of hot tub cover flap, opposite from Cover Keeper brackets. Make sure plate is centered on cover.
2. Punch holes through cover flap at opposite ends of plate.
3. Put one plate on each side of the hot tub cover flap. Using the �-20x1/2" screws and nuts, attach securely to flap.
4. Cut out center slot on plates and insert looped end of strap through back of flap.
5. Pull strap tight.

*Always remember to fasten safety straps around cover when in the upright position.
Warning: Physically altering your hot tub cover may void your manufacturer's warranty.

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GAZEBO (for spas in enclosed gazebos or up against walls)

Tools Required:
-Power drill or hand drill with 3/16" bit.
-½" socket wrench
-hole punch
-safety glasses

Mounting the Cover Keeper

1. Install Cover Keeper on opposite side of hot tub from point of entry.
2. Locate Cover Keeper 8" to 10" from outside corners of hot tub. If possible, mount Cover Keeper into vertical supports of hot tub enclosure.(If vertical support is used, make sure to use longer lag bolts provided.) Position support base of Cover Keepers so that they are against underside of upper ledge.
3. Drill mounting holes to a depth of 1" to 1-1/2" into hot tub enclosure. Caution: Always check inside of enclosure for hoses and wires. Hold up individual Cover Keeper bracket and insert screws with washers (5/16 x1-1/2" lag bolts). Tighten screws securely.
4. Repeat for other Cover Keeper bracket.

Attaching the Cover Keeper Lift Strap

1. Using one of the two rectangular plates, place plate one inch up from bottom of hot tub cover flap, opposite from Cover Keeper brackets. Make sure plate is centered on cover.
2. Punch holes through cover flap at opposite ends of plate.
3. Put one plate on each side of the hot tub cover flap. Using the ¼-20 x ½ screws and nuts, attach securely to flap.
4. Cut out center slot on plates and insert looped end of strap through back of flap.
5. Pull strap tight.

*Always remember to fasten safety straps around cover when in the upright position.
Warning: Physically altering your hot tub cover may void your manufacturer's warranty.

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