Tiffin Motorhomes Allegro Bus 2016 Owner's Manual page 95

WINDOWS, AWNINGS, VENTS & DOORS
settings can only be operated at the control panel. The remote has a maximum operating range
of 50 feet. Actual distance may vary depending on the specific installation and location of the
receiver in the vehicle.
The Auto-Retract system is active when the awning power is on and disabled when the power is
shut off. To turn on the system, press the power button ON at the master panel. The Direct Re-
sponse system detects awning motion caused by windy conditions. The motion sensor is located
in the lead rail. The system operates by gauging the vertical motion of the awning's leading edge.
When persistent motion exceeds the factory preset threshold for 2 seconds or longer, the system
automatically retracts the awning to the slide-out position. The control panel provides four fac-
tory preset sensitivity values (threshold values). You may have to experiment to find
the best setting for your preferences.
Low....The lower the selection, less motion is required before the system closes automatically.
High...The higher the selection, more motion is required before the system closes automatically.
The auto-retract system functions in two stages. The first stage is described above and applies
when the awning is extended past the slide-out position. The awning will retract and stop at the
slide-out cover position to provide continued protection for the slide-out room.
When in the slide-out cover position, the awning is very robust. The auto-retract system is ac-
tive but uses a higher factory preset threshold value for extreme weather conditions. When the
motion of the awning exceeds the extreme weather threshold, the awning will close to the full
retract position. The second stage sensitivity (threshold) value is not controlled by the keypad
settings.
Gust detection is incorporated into the software. When the motion value is suddenly and sharp-
ly increased above a safe maximum value, then the 2 second persistence measure is overridden
and the awning closes immediately.
NOTE: If the Indicator LED flashes (slow pulse), this indicates that the motion sensor(s) has
been disengaged or otherwise disabled; the affected awning(s) are not protected by the au-
to-retract function. The awning must be retracted using the command buttons. Immediately
contact a Carefree service center for service.
If you have more than one Paramount awning on your motorhome, please note each awning has
an independent motion sensor. During windy conditions, the awnings may not retract concur-
rently.
For further detailed instructions on operation and maintenance, please refer to the manufactur-
er's literature found in the Owner's Information Package.
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