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Carefree BT12 Installation Manual

Wireless awning control system
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Read this manual before installing or using this product. Failure to follow the instructions
and safety precautions in this manual can result in personal injury and/or cause the
product to not operate properly.
The BT12 Wireless Awning Control System may be installed as part of the original motorized awning
installation or as an upgrade to an existing motorized awning installation.
The system offers unique features not available with a standard awning installation.
Carefree Connects Mobile App – The app provides full and enhanced control of the awning using a
1)
smart phone or tablet. The free app can be downloaded on any devices that support: 1) Current iOS
or Android operating systems, and 2) Bluetooth low energy technology.
Full Retract – When the awning is retracted, it retracts completely. It is not necessary to hold the
2)
button when closing the awning.
Full Extend – When the awning is extended, it extends completely. It is not necessary to hold the
3)
button when opening the awning.
Auto-Retract – The awning can be set to automatically close when windy conditions occur with the
4)
optional BT Motion Sensor.
Remote Control – The operator can conveniently operate the awning from any location with the
5)
optional BT Remote.
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BT12 Wireless Awning Control System
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July, 2018

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  • Page 1 The BT12 Wireless Awning Control System may be installed as part of the original motorized awning installation or as an upgrade to an existing motorized awning installation.
  • Page 2 RADEMARKS The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Use of such marks by Carefree of Colorado is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. TATEMENTS OF OMPLIANCE ●...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Carefree of Colorado agrees to allow the reproduction of this document for use with Carefree of Colorado products only. Any other reproduction or translation of this document in whole or part is strictly prohibited without prior written approval from Carefree of Colorado.
  • Page 4 BT12 W IRELESS WNING ONTROL YSTEM NSTALLATION ANUAL AREFREE OF OLORADO AFETY NFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert individuals to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible personal injury or death.

  • Page 5: Installation

    1. Determine the location for the awning switches, awning lights switch and BT12 control module. NOTE: The BT12 control module leads are 6" in length. If the distance between the module and the switches is greater than 6", the installer must furnish splice wires for the extra distance.

  • Page 6: Bt12 Control Module Installation

    BT12 W IRELESS WNING ONTROL YSTEM NSTALLATION ANUAL AREFREE OF OLORADO BT12 C ONTROL ODULE NSTALLATION (Refer to the wiring diagram on page 8.) NOTICE Do not mount the unit near heat producing elements such as LP appliances or engine exhaust components.

  • Page 7: Awning Switch Installation

    6. Snap the switch bezel over the switch frame. WNING IGHTS WITCH NSTALLATION NOTE: Carefree offers two switch options, unlighted and lighted. Installers may choose to furnish the control switch or may wire directly to a multiplexing control center. 1 . 1 3 " White/Violet (20awg) #6 x 1/2"...

  • Page 8: Wiring Diagram

    BT12 W IRELESS WNING ONTROL YSTEM NSTALLATION ANUAL AREFREE OF OLORADO IRING IAGRAM To +12VDC To vehicle PCM To +12VDC or other switched source Control Module (16awg) Violet (18awg) Black Green (16awg) (18awg) Gray (18awg) Black Blue (16awg) Yellow (18awg)
  • Page 9 The BT12 module leads are 6" in length. If the distance between the module and the switch is greater than 6", the installer must furnish splice wires for the extra distance. Use appropriate size wire gauges.

  • Page 10: Installing The Bt Motion Sensor

    4. Hold the motion sensor next to the control module for 2-3 seconds. The module should be paired. 5. Holding the sensor vertically with the Carefree logo upright, repeatedly move the sensor vertically up and down to simulate a brisk wind. The awning should retract.

  • Page 11: Setting The System Into Pairing Mode

    (the module remembers the devices that have been paired). Refer to the Carefree Connects Mobile App manual for setting up and pairing a smart device (such as a smart phone or tablet). The app manual is available at www.carefreeofcolorado.com/carefreeconnects.

  • Page 12: Battery Replacement

    BT12 W IRELESS WNING ONTROL YSTEM NSTALLATION ANUAL AREFREE OF OLORADO ATTERY EPLACEMENT BT M OTION ENSOR If the motion sensor batteries are low, the awning will beep every 30 seconds (when the power switch is ON). This will continue until the batteries are replaced. The awning will operate normally after the batteries are replaced.

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