Canopy Replacement (Current Configuration) - Carefree Freedom RM Service Manual

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ANOPY EPLACEMENT
This procedure requires two people.
1. Open the awning 18"-24".
2. Disconnect power to the awning.
3. Carefully push the lead rail toward the case so that the arms collapse and
the fabric is slack.
4. Hold the lead rail in this position and firmly tie the elbows of the spring arms
together. Use a minimum 1/2" rope - do not use bungee cords. When tying
the rope, use a non-slip knot such as a square knot or equivalent.
CAUTION
unexpectedly extend out possibly causing personal injury and damage to the awning.
1. On the RH (idler) side:
1.1. Remove the lead rail end plate and set aside.
1.2. Remove the outer end cap and set aside.
1.3. Remove the two (2) cover screws from the end plate.
2. On the LH (motor) side:
2.1. Remove the fabric retaining screw from the lead rail endplate.
2.2. Remove the outer end cap and set aside.
2.3. Remove the five (5) plate screws and two (2) motor screws. Set
parts aside.
2.4. Slide the end plate along the motor cable so that it is out of the way.
2.5. Remove the fabric retaining screw from the motor crown.
3. Rotate the top cover back and out of the way.
4. Partially pull the roller tube away from the idler plate until the idler
plug is clear.
5. Carefully lift the roller tube up.
Fabric Slot
Retaining
Screw
Motor Side
6. Do the following 2 steps at the same time.
6.1. Pull the roller tube out the idler end of the case while pulling the fabric from the lead rail.
6.2. Have a second person pull the motor assembly from the roller tube.
7. Note the orientation of the old canopy then unwrap and remove from the roller tube.
8. Unfold the replacement fabric then slide the new fabric onto the roller tube and center.
NOTICE
While the awning fabric is fairly robust, care must be taken not to snag the fabric when
sliding into the roller tube or lead rail.
Tip: Lightly spraying the slots with a dry silicone lubricant will help the fabric slide into the slots without
staining the material.
9. Roll the fabric onto the roller tube leaving enough material to reach between the case and the lead rail.
10. Begin sliding the fabric into the lead rail and the roller tube into the case.
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URRENT
Failure to secure the lead rail as described will allow the spring arms to
Motor
C
ONFIGURATION
End Plate
Motor Screws
End Cap
Plate Screws (x5)
F
REEDOM
)
Spring Arms
Firmly Tie Elbows Together
Cover
Screws (x2)
End Cap
Leadrail
Endplate
Cover
(x2)
End Plate
RMF047a
Fabric Slot
Retaining
Screw
Idler Side
RMF047
RM
FRM007
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