Accu-Slide by Norco Slide-Out System

For More Information:
Norco Industries, Inc.
2600 Jeanwood Drive
Elkhart, IN 46514
574-262-3400
www.norcoind.com
Printed in the U.S.A.
March 2011
Copyright 2011 BAL, Inc.
All rights reserved. BAL is a registered
brand of
Norco Industries, Inc.
UNDERSTANDING THE ACCU-SLIDE SYSTEM
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Using a give/take design, the four pull cables (take) will be tight while the opposing cables (give) will be loose.
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Keeps even top of lightweight rooms securely in place during travel.
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Precise room seal in both extended and retracted positions.
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Helps ensure an improved camping experience.
HOW CAN CABLES SUPPORT THE SLIDE ROOM?
The room is supported by the rollers or wear bar, not the cables.
The cables’ function is to keep the room balanced precisely on
the rollers in all positions of travel.
BUT WHAT ABOUT THE CABLES’ STRENGTH
AND RELIABILITY?
Each cable has a working load capacity of over 2,000 lbs and there
are four cables sharing the load at any given time. When was the
last time you worried about getting on an elevator or airplane?
Both systems use cable technology extensively. Remember, our
cables are used to position the room, not carry the load.
DOES THE MOTOR HAVE THE POWER AND DURABILITY FOR THE LONG HAUL?
The motors used in the Accu-Slide system are designed for this application. Both motors, standard and heavy duty are
continuously cycle tested under load to ensure durability. The standard motor can pull as much as 600 in./lbs. while the
heavy duty motor can pull as much as 900 in./lbs. This torque equates to moving a room as heavy as 2000 lbs. Remember
the key characteristics for both motors are their ability to move heavy loads and lock them in place with zero back creep.
WILL THE ACCU-SLIDE SYSTEM LEAK?
As with any slide out system, special attention must be paid to water management. Without proper seals, no system is
leak proof. However the Accu-Slide system lends itself to making this job easier by pulling tight at all four corners. The
framework of this system comes with wipes in place to remove water from the top, bottom and sides of the room when
retracting. Each cable entry point is sealed behind the wipe with a flexible membrane that prevents water from running
along the cable and into the Accu-Slide. Remember, proper installation is the key to a leak resistant slide room.
WILL CABLES STRETCH OVER TIME?
Yes. All cable stretches under load. The average stretch
of an Accu-Slide cable will be approximately 1/8” when
loaded to capacity. This stretch will not affect the function
of the Accu-Slide and will not require adjustment.
WHEN WILL CABLE ADJUSTMENT BE REQUIRED?
The simple answer is a qualified never. When a room is properly installed and its support
components remain intact (ie. floor, rollers, side structure of room and fasteners) the cables
should require no adjustment or maintenance.
BUILT FOR EXTENDED USE
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With thorough lab testing, field testing and durability testing, as well as years of trouble free performance
in the marketplace, the Accu-Slide system has proven itself time and time again.
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Aluminum supports and stainless steel cables are rated to support over 2000 lbs individually.
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Eliminates most typical maintenance related to weather and road grime.
DESIGNED FOR THE FUTURE
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Provides a lightweight alternative to heavy steel components and hydraulic systems that will be critical as tow
vehicles get smaller and fuel bills get larger.
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Design flexibility and lightweight components provide the best of both worlds.
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Eliminates the risk of hydraulic oil leaks, spills or greasy high maintenance racks to contend with in your coach.
WHAT CAUSES A CABLE TO BREAK AND HOW
DO I FIX IT?
A cable generally will not break under normal conditions
when the Accu-Slide system is properly installed. However, if
the system is not properly installed, the cables will become
kinked when the room opens or closes. This will cause the
cable to fail over time and require replacement. The condition
that caused the cable failure must be corrected prior to or
during the cable replacement. To replace a cable, see the
Accu-Slide Service Manual.
WHAT IF THE ROOM WILL NOT MOVE?
Generally if the room will not activate, there is no 12
volt power to the drive motor. The Accu-Slide motor
is equipped with a hex drive override shaft. This
drive can be activated using an electric drill and the
flexible shaft provided with each unit or use a ratchet
to actuate the motor to pull the room in or
out. If the motor is functioning, check the
room for obstructions.