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Frequently
Asked Questions
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Q:
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How
difficult is it to put the Connect-A-Dock™
together? |
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A:
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Click
here to view the Connect-A-Dock™
instructions. |
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Q:
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Can
I reconfigure or move the Connect-A-Dock™? |
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Yes,
the Connect-A-Dock™ can be reconfigured,
added to, and moved to another location.
The unique connection system is very
flexible, and you can reconfigure the
same components into many different
shapes. (i.e. T, F, L, swim platform,
etc.) Different configurations
may require additional float sections
and/or connectors. The can be
added at any time. |
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Q:
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Can
you attach the Connect-A-Dock™ and/or
Float Connectors to existing docks? |
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A:
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Yes,
the Connect-A-Dock™ can be attached
to existing docks. Depending on
your current dock there are multiple
methods of attaching. Please call
or e-mail for suggestions. |
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Q:
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Does
the Connect-A-Dock™ need to be taken
in and out of the water with seasonal
changes? |
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A:
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Freezing
temperatures will not harm the Connect-A-Dock™;
however, with shifting ice we do recommend
the removal for the winter months. |
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Q:
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Is
the Connect-A-Dock™ stable? |
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A:
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Yes,
when deciding on the width of your dock
system, keep wave considerations in
mind. We suggest a broad configuration
and proper anchoring will increase stability. |
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Q:
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Does
the dock come in any other color? |
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™ comes in the color of
Perl. This color reflects sunlight
sunlight and maintains a safe temperature
when coming in contact with bare skin.
This polyethylene plastic dock has a
UV protection and the color is permanent. |
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Q:
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Can
the Connect-A-Dock™ be painted? |
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We
do not recommend painting the Connect-A-Dock™.
One advantage of this product is that
it never needs painting. |
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Q:
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How
much maintenance is required to keep
the Connect-A-Dock™ clean? |
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A:
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It
can be cleaned with a mild detergent
and water or a biodegradable, non-abrasive
cleaner. Get these products at
your local automotive, Home & Garden,
or discount store. |
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Q:
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Can
the Connect-A-Dock™ be put in salt water? |
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A:
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Yes,
the Connect-A-Dock™ is resistant to
oil, gas, and salt water. In saltwater
application we recommend using stainless
steel components or non-corrosive materials
when anchoring the dock. |
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Q:
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Does
water stand on the dock? Is it
slippery? |
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A:
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The
top surface is slightly domed to prevent
water from standing on it. It
has a molded in slip resistant wood
grain texture to prevent slipping. |
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Q:
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If
a float section gets a hole will it
sink? |
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A:
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It
may take on some water; however, it
will not sink due to the unique design.
If a section would get punctured you
should repair or replace the float section. |
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Q:
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Will
animals chew on the Connect-A-Dock™? |
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™ is made from heavy duty
rugged polyethylene plastic. |
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Q:
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How
long is the guarantee on the product? |
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The
Connect-A-Dock™ is warranted to be free
of defects in material and workmanship
and to perform properly under normal
usage for a period of 8 years from date
of purchase. |
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of Page
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Asked Questions |
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What
is the Connect-A-Dock™ warranty? |
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Connect-A-Dock Inc. warrants all Connect-A-Dock™
products to be free of defects in material
and workmanship and to perform properly
under normal usage for a period of 8
years from date of purchase. Connect-A-Dock
Inc.
will replace any Connect-A-Dock™ product
found to be defective, free of charge
to the original purchaser. In some cases
Connect-A-Dock Inc. may require return
of defective products. |
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Q:
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How
many people does it take to put a
Connect-A-Dock™ together?
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The
lightweight, 50 pound float sections
can easily be installed by one person.
Of course, additional help makes lining
your dock up with shore and anchoring
easier.
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Q:
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How
difficult is it to put the Connect-A-Dock™
together?
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A:
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Click
here to
view the Connect-A-Dock™instructions
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Q:
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How
long does it take to install a Connect-A-Dock™?
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A:
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This
will vary depending upon the size
of the dock you are installing. It
takes approximately 5 minutes per
float section plus the anchoring method
you choose.
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Q:
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How
long and how wide can you build the
Connect-A-Dock™ system?
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™can
be assembled as long and as wide as
you wish. The 30" x 45"
modular sections allow you to configure
to most any size or design.
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Q:
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What
is the minimum width for installing
on the Connect-A-Dock™?
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We recommend
a minimum 45" for installing.
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Q:
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Can
I reconfigure or move the Connect-A-Dock™?
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A:
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Yes,
the Connect-A-Dock™can
be reconfigured, added to and moved
to another location. The unique connection
system is very flexible, and you can
reconfigure the same components into
many different shapes. (i.e.: T, F,
L, swim platform, etc.) Different
configurations may require additional
float sections and/or connectors.
These can be added at any time.
|
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Q:
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Can
you attach the Connect-A-Dock™ and/or
Float Connectors to existing docks?
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A:
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Yes,
the Connect-A-Dock™can
be attached to existing docks. Depending
on your current dock there are multiple
methods of attaching. Please call
or e-mail for suggestions.
|
|
Q:
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Does
the Connect-A-Dock™ need to be taken
in and out of the water with
seasonal changes?
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A:
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Freezing
temperatures will not harm the Connect-A-Dock™;
however, with shifting ice we do recommend
removal for the winter months.
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Q:
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How
much weight can each float section
support?
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A:
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Each
Connect-A-Dock™
float section can support up to 325
lbs.
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Q:
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Is
the Connect-A-Dock™ stable?
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A:
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Yes,
when deciding on the width of your
dock system, keep wave conditions
in mind. We suggest a broad configuration
and proper anchoring to increase stability.
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Q:
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How
high out of the water does the Connect-A-Dock™
ride?
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A:
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The
walking surface is typically 8"
above the water. This will vary depending
upon the amount of weight placed on
your dock.
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Q:
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Does
the dock come in any other color?
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™ comes in the color
of Pearl. This color reflects sunlight
and maintains a safe temperature when
coming in contact with bare skin.
This polyethylene plastic dock has
a UV protectant and the color is permanent.
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Q:
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Can
the Connect-A-Dock™ be painted?
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A:
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We
do not recommend painting the Connect-A-Dock™.
One advantage of this product is that
it never needs painting.
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Q:
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How
much maintenance is required to keep
the Connect-A-Dock™ clean?
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A:
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It
can be cleaned with a mild detergent
and water or a biodegradable, non-abrasive
cleaner. Get these products at your
local automotive, Home & Garden
or discount store.
|
|
Q:
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Can
the Connect-A-Dock™ be put in salt
water?
|
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A:
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Yes,
the Connect-A-Dock™ is resistant to
oil, gas and salt water. In saltwater
applications we recommend using stainless
steel components or non-corrosive
materials when anchoring the dock.
|
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Q:
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Does
water stand on the dock? Is it slippery?
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A:
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The
top surface is slightly domed to prevent
water from standing on it. It has
a molded in
slip resistant wood grain texture
to prevent slipping.
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Q:
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Are
guard rails available for the Connect-A-Dock™?
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A:
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Yes,
please see the accessories
page.
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Q:
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If
a float section gets a hole will it
sink?
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A:
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It
may take on some water; however, it
will not sink due to the unique design.
If a section would get punctured you
should repair or replace the float
section.
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Q:
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Will
animals chew on the Connect-A-Dock™?
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™
is made from heavy duty, rugged polyethylene
plastic.
To date we have not experienced any
problems
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Q:
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How
is the Connect-A-Dock ™shipped?
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A:
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The Connect-A-Dockdoor;
however, if you have another preference
please let us know. (note that the
New 1060 Float Section and Dock Configurations
cannot be shipped UPS)
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Q:
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What
is the new 1060 Float Section?
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A:
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The 1060 Float
Section has dimensions of 45"
wide by 60" long
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Q:
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What
is the advantage of using the new
1060 Float Section?
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A:
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Less cost stemming
from the reduction in the number of
float sections and float section connectors
required. Also, with less float sections,
assembly time is reduced.
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Q:
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How
many people does it take to put a Connect-A-Dock™
2000 Series together? |
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A:
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Each
float section weighs 190 pounds and
can be easily installed with a minimum
of two people. |
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Q:
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How
long and how wide can you build the
Connect-A-Dock™ 2000 Series? |
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™ can be assembled as
long and as wide as you wish.
The 48" x 96" modular sections
allow you to configure to most any size
or design imaginable. |
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Q:
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How
much weight can each float section support? |
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A:
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Each
Connect-A-Dock 2000 Series float section
can support up to 2500 lbs. |
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Q:
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How
high out of the water does the Connect-A-Dock™
Series ride? |
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A:
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The
walking surface is typically 17"
above the water. This will vary
depending upon the amount of weight
placed on your dock. |
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Q:
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Are
guard rails available for the Connect-A-Dock™
2000 Series? |
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A:
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We
are planning to make them available
soon. |
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Q:
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How
is the Connect-A-Dock™ 2000 Series shipped? |
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A:
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The
Connect-A-Dock™ is shipped via motor
freight. |
