Manual Override; Awning Care; Fabric Care; Pooling - Carefree APEX Owner's Manual

Carefree of Colorado
M O
ANUAL VERRIDE
If 110V power is not available to the coach, the Apex awning can still be safely
retracted using the manual override.
1. The bypass is located inside the
case, near the end cap.
access, remove the large rubber
plug on top of the awning
located toward the rear of the
case on the motor side.
2. Chuck the supplied 7mm hex key
into a 3/8" battery powered drill.
3. Insert the hex key into the
manual override on the awning.
4. Operate the drill in the direction shown to open and close the awning.
5. When done, reinsert the rubber plug.
A C
WNING ARE
Maintaining a Carefree Awning is easy. Just follow these basic steps:

Always operate the awning according to the instructions.

Periodically check that the fasteners are tight. Tighten if necessary.

Keep the awning fabric and arms clean.
F C
ABRIC ARE
NOTICE
Do not use oil based cleaners or any caustic, granulated, or
abrasive type cleaners on your Carefree product.
1. One of the best ways to keep the fabric looking good and to delay the need
for deep or vigorous cleanings is to hose fabrics off on a monthly basis with
clear water.
imbedded in the fabric. In most environments, a thorough cleaning will be
needed every two to three years.
2. When it's time for a thorough cleaning, the fabric can be cleaned while still
on the awning frame.

For Acrylic Fabric – Use a stiff brush and warm water with soap.
3. When cleaning the fabric, it is important to observe the following:

Always use a natural soap, never detergent.

Water should be cold to lukewarm, never more than 100F.

Air-dry only. Never apply heat to the fabric.

Always allow the fabric to dry thoroughly before retracting the awning.
P
OOLING
When water collects on the top of the fabric, this is known as "pooling". This can
occur during inclement weather or if a running air conditioner discharges over the
awning. The water is dumped when the awning is retracted. It is recommended
that if water accumulates on the top; retract the awning in steps (8"-12") to dump the
water. This will help prevent the fabric from stretching or distorting.
The effects of wind and rain on an awning are unpredictable.
damage to the awning and the vehicle may result. I
PERIODS OF RAIN ARE EXPECTED
10
To
This practice will help prevent dirt from becoming deeply
,
RETRACT THE AWNING AND SECURE
Open
7mm Hex
Manual
Override
Close
Lead Rail
LH Motor
F WIND OR EXTENDED
Open
Close
RH Motor
RTA015a
Severe
.