Awning; Awning; Awning Use In Wind And Rain; Awning Manual Override - Airstream Interstate 2020 Owner's Manual

Awning

The awning manufacturer provides a complete Owner/
Operator Manual for the awning located in your
owner's packet� The multiplex panel just inside the
sliding door or the main touch screen panel controls
the awnings extend/retract feature as well as the
awning lights�
Awning must be retracted before driving the
Touring Coach. Damage may occur if the awning is
not properly retracted. The awning will not extend
while vehicles engine is running.
CAUTION
Rear doors must be closed when operating the
awning or if the vehicle is left unattended, due to
seismic sensor, with the awning extended. Damage
may occur if the awning is extended or retracted
with the rear doors open.

Awning Use In Wind and Rain

The automatic extra strong awning comes with a
Direct Response™ System seismic sensor� The Direct
Response™ System is an innovative seismic sensor
system that automatically activates the 12V motor
and retracts the awning in strong winds, thus avoiding
possible damage to the awning�
NOTE
If wind or extended periods of rain are expected,
retract the awning and secure as for travel.
The effects of wind and rain on any awning are
unpredictable. Severe damage to the vehicle and
or the awning may result and cannot be covered by
warranty.
CAUTION
Never use the awning with damaged fabric. Make
sure the awning can be correctly retracted.

Awning Manual Override

If power to the vehicle is not available, the awning can
be safely retracted using the manual override located
on the idler (right) end of the case� A ratchet and socket
extension has been included and is located under the
passenger side compartment floor.
2020 Interstate
WARNING
1� Remove thumb screw from backside of decorative
awning cap� The cap will be held in place by velcro
that must be released before removing�
2� Remove cover from the right end of awning and
save�
3� Insert the 3/8" socket drive extension and handle
into the square drive hole inside the end cap�
4� Turn the handle clockwise until the awning is
retracted�
5� Replace the end cap�
CAUTION
After closing the awning with the manual override,
the lead rail may move out from the case 1/4"-1/2".
This is normal and the awning is secure for travel
until power is restored or repairs are completed.
Do NOT attempt to force the lead rail in with the
override, serious damage can occur to the awning.
NOTE
Manual override cannot be used to extend the

awning.

Care and Maintenance

1� PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Like any other part
of the touring coach, an owner should periodically
inspect the awning� The following items should be
checked�
a� All mounting brackets are tight�
b� Check all pivot points for enlargements of
holes or broken rivets�
c� Check end caps for cracking and splitting�
d� Check that awning rail is tight against coach
and all screws are tight�
e� Check canopy for loose stitching and possible
shrinkage or puckering�
f� Clean and lubricate all tension knobs and pivot
points�
Fuse Location: Chassis fuse panel under driver's seat,
Exterior
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