Carefree of Colorado SUNDIAL PATIO AWNING, Installation And Operation Manual

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5.  Reattach the access cover. 
6.  Determine the mounting location of the anemometer. 

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  The anemometer may be mounted to a vertical surface or sloped surface; 

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  Ensure that the cups are horizontal.  Do not mount upside down; 

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  The position should be exposed to the same wind elements as the awning. 

7.  Mount the unit using the supplied wood screws. 
8.  Install the outer cover over the base. 
9.  Route the cable to the control box and connect the wires as shown. 
 

Testing the System 

1.  Plug the power cord into an active power receptacle (110VAC). 
2.  On the transmitter (wireless switch or remote), press and release the DOWN arrow.  The awning should 

extend. 

3.  Press and release the stop (center) button.  The awning should stop. 
4.  Press and release the UP arrow.  The awning should retract and stop automatically when fully closed. 
If the awning does not operate as described: 

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  If the awning moves in a direction opposite than described; in the control box, reverse the red and black 

wires from the motor. 

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  If the awning does not operate using the transmitter; program the remote following the directions on page 9. 

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  If the awning does not operate, check power in and all wiring connections, correct as required. 

Testing the wind sense auto-retract function.  (This test assumes the previous tests were successful.) 

1.  Set the wind speed sensitivity to the lowest wind speed.  Refer to page 13. 
2.  Extend the awning approximately half way. 
3.  Spin the anemometer.  The awning should retract automatically to the closed position. 

NOTE:  Do not hit the anemometer to spin.  Using compressed air provides a constant pressure 

source and, the output can be regulated to test the various sensitivity settings.  D

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position the nozzle closer than 10 inches from the cups. 

4.  Repeat steps 2 and 3 two (2) more times with the sensitivity set at the medium and high wind settings. 
If the awning does not respond: 

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  Check that the wiring from the anemometer and control box is good and that the cups are not blocked. 

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  If the awning opens instead of closes; in the control box, reverse the red and black wires from the 

motor. 

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