Carefree Freedom RM Awning Installation Manual

Carefree Freedom RM Awning Installation Manual

Roof mounted box awning

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Product Overview .......................................................................................................................... 1
Component Checklist.............................................................................................................................. 2 
Freedom RM Bracket Kits ....................................................................................................................... 3 
Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Bracket Installation ................................................................................................................................. 4 
Mounting the Awning .............................................................................................................................. 4 
Mount Bottom Brackets .......................................................................................................................... 5 
Manual Crank Handle Storage Clips ...................................................................................................... 5 
Switch Installation (motorized awnings only) ............................................................................. 6
Optional LED Lighting ................................................................................................................... 7
Switch Installation ................................................................................................................................... 7 
Pitch Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... 8
Manual Override (motorized Awnings) ........................................................................................ 8
Setting the Motor Limits ............................................................................................................... 9
Adjusting the OUT Limit Switch .............................................................................................................. 9 
Adjusting the IN Limit Switch .................................................................................................................. 9 
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    NSTALLATION ANUAL RM A REEDOM WNING OUNTED WNING ABLE OF ONTENTS Product Overview .......................... 1   Component Checklist..........................2  Freedom RM Bracket Kits ........................3  Installation ............................. 4   Bracket Installation ..........................4  Mounting the Awning ..........................4  Mount Bottom Brackets .......................... 5  Manual Crank Handle Storage Clips ......................
  • Page 2 Carefree of Colorado. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in the document is accurate and complete. However, Carefree of Colorado assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from the use of this document.
  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING RODUCT VERVIEW The Freedom Awnings are state of the art lateral arm awnings. When retracted, the housing provides protection against the elements while the streamlined styling blends in with the coach sidewall.
  • Page 4: Component Checklist

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING OMPONENT HECKLIST RMF007  I ESCRIPTION  Awning Assembly, Complete  Bottom Bracket  Screw, Flat Head #10 x 3/4"  Switch Kit Used with Motorized Only  Manual Crank Handle Used with Manual Crank Only ...
  • Page 5: Freedom Rm Bracket Kits

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING RM B REEDOM RACKET Bracket kits are ordered separately. Several types are available based on the application installation. Bracket mounting instructions are separate instructions that supplement this manual. BS0001 Flat Roof...
  • Page 6: Installation

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING NSTALLATION Awning 2.44m 5.0" 13 cm Edge of 2.57m 5.0" 13 cm RACKET NSTALLATION Case 3.0m 3.25" 8 cm 3.5m 13.25" 33.5 cm Install the mounting brackets according to the supplement 4.0m...
  • Page 7: Mount Bottom Brackets

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING OUNT OTTOM RACKETS The patio awning is equipped with vertical supports. These supports extend from the leading edge of the awning to a bracket mounted on the wall or may be used in a carport position on the ground.
  • Page 8: Switch Installation (Motorized Awnings Only)

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING WITCH NSTALLATION MOTORIZED AWNINGS ONLY WARNING Shock Hazard. Always disconnect battery or power source before working on or around the electrical system. 1. Determine the location for the switch. There is approximately 70" [180cm] of wire from the awning motor. If the distance to the switch exceeds the furnished wire, the installer must furnish 16 awg wire and butt splice to the motor wires.
  • Page 9: Optional Led Lighting

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING LED L PTIONAL IGHTING Optional LED lighting may be mounted in the lead rail. The wiring runs along the top of the arm. For motorized awnings: Route the LED wire harness with the motor cable.
  • Page 10: Pitch Adjustment

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING ITCH DJUSTMENT The awning opens and closes with a steep pitch. On low profile vans, the leading edge of the awning may hit the top of the sliding door if the door is open while extending or retracting the awning. To prevent this, the lower limit of the pitch can be adjusted upwards.
  • Page 11: Setting The Motor Limits

    Installation Manual RM P Carefree of Colorado REEDOM ATIO WNING ETTING THE OTOR IMITS The motor limit switches are preset at the factory for best operation of the awning. It may be necessary to reset the switches. The “out” limit switch stops the motor when the awning is fully extended. The “in” limit switch stops the motor when the awning is fully retracted.

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