4. INSTALLING UPPER BRACE (cont.)
D.
Drill 1/8” holes into the camper and secure brace hook with the #10 x
¾” Hex Head screws. If there is no support behind the skin then
drill 7/32” holes and secure with 3/16” molly rivets. Repeat with
opposite side.
NOTE: IN SOME CASES IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO ADD
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR MOUNTING THE BRACE HOOK.
NOTE: BE SURE THAT THE BRACE HOOK IS POSITIONED
SUCH THAT THE BRACE WILL REMAIN PERPENDICULAR
WITH THE CAMPER.
5. SECURING CANOPY
A.
Check to see that the arms are aligned
properly allowing the canopy to roll up
straight.
B.
Drill two 3/32” holes through the awning
rail, polycord and canopy approximately
2” from each end of the canopy. Secure
canopy using a #6 x 3/8” phillips head
screw
in each hole.
SECTION III: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. TO EXTEND AWNING
A.
Unhook center safety strap.
B.
Grasp or hook the pull strap loop and unroll the awning.
C.
While holding on to the pull strap, lift
one of the inner rafters up and out of
the arm channel. Place the slotted
end of the rafter over the brace hook
that is installed on the camper.
D. Repeat with opposite side.
E. Loosen black locking knob and extend awning upward to a height
where it will clear the door. Tighten black knob.
NOTE: IF IT IS AT
ALL POSSIBLE, TRY AND KEEP A LITTLE BIT OF
DOWNWARD SLOPE FROM THE AWNING RAIL TO THE
ROLLER ASSEMBLY!
2. TO CLOSE AWNING
A.
Loosen black locking knobs and lower arms down to stop bolts.
B.
Grasp pull strap and pull slightly outward. At the same time, release
one of the rafters from the brace hook and store in the arm channel.
C.
Keep a firm grasp on the pull strap and then release the opposite
rafter and store it in the arm channel.
CAUTION: THE AWNING IS NOW UNDER FULL SPRING
TENSION: IF RELEASED FROM THIS POINT IT WILL
ABRUPTLY ROLL UP TO THE STORED POSITION POSSIBLY
CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO BOTH THE
CAMPER AND THE AWNING
!
D.
Securely fasten center safety strap.
WARNING: SAFETY STRAP MUST BE PROPERLY FASTENED
BEFORE MOVEMENT OF VEHICLE! FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL
RESULT IN THE AWNING COMING LOOSE WHICH COULD CAUSE
SERIOUS DAMAGE AND OR PERSONAL INJURY!
SECTION IV: CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. CARE OF FABRIC
Mildew will not form on the awning material itself, but may form on
the dust allowed to accumulate on the canopy. A quality vinyl
cleaner such as Carefree Awning Magic will keep your vinyl awning
looking like new. Follow instructions on container.
NOTE: ALLOW CANOPY TO DRY COMPLETELY
BEFORE ROLLING AWNING UP.
Metal surfaces should be cleaned with warm soapy solution and
thoroughly rinsed.
2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Like any other part of the RV, an owner should periodically inspect
the awning. The following items should be checked.
1.
All mounting screws are tight.
2.
Check all pivot points for enlargements of holes or broken rivets.
3.
Check that the awning rail is tight against coach and all screws are
tight.
4.
Check canopy for loose stitching and possible shrinkage.
