Common Operational Questions - Carefree TRAVEL'R Owner's Manual

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OMMON PERATIONAL
The following items are operational items that may come up as questions during
normal operation.
1. The awning motor is equipped with a thermal protection circuit to protect the motor
from overheating. Operating the awning repeatedly over a short time period may
cause the circuit to sense a overheat condition and shut off the motor. If this
occurs, wait approximately 15 minutes to allow the motor to cool then operate the
awning in normal fashion.
2. The awning seems to extend and retract slowly. Normal operation time is 28-35
seconds to extend or retract. If the power supply is on the low side of the
acceptable voltage range (10VDC-14VDC) the awning will move slower.
3. The awning may appear to move jerkily. When the fabric is rolled out, the
Alumaguard or Uniguard may "bounce" creating a wave like motion in the canopy
fabric. This will create the appearance of moving jerkily.
4. With Uniguard, the awning sticks or hangs up. When Uniguard is installed with a
vinyl canopy, the vinyl will have a tendency to "cling" to the Uniguard when not
used over an extended period. Open and close the awning in short bursts 2 or 3
times, the awning will then open normally.
5. Ignition Lockout Sensors: If the optional Carefree EL ignition lockout is installed
the system will disable the extend function while the vehicle ignition key is in the
ON position. Special order RTL ignition lockouts will fully retract the awning and
disable the extend function when the vehicle ignition key is in the ON position.
Functions will return to normal operation when the ignition key is turned OFF.
RV manufacturers may install their own lockout design. Refer to the RV literature
for 12V power used for accessories.
If the awning does not operate, contact your Carefree Service Center. Visit our web site
at www.carefreeofcolorado.com
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