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An optional mounting bracket is available for curved flange applications or applications that the deflector cannot be mounted directly. as001c OEM Ascent w/Slat Shown These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately 052553-301r5...
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ROPRIETARY TATEMENT The Ascent series of Slide-Out Room Covers is a product of Carefree of Colorado, located in Broomfield, Colorado, USA. The information contained in or disclosed in this document is considered proprietary to Carefree of Colorado. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in the document is accurate and complete.
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual SCENT ABLE OF ONTENTS Product Overview .......................... 2 The Front Cover - All Models ......................3 Canopy Replacement - All Models ....................4 Removing the Fabric and Roller Tube ....................4 Installing the Fabric and Roller Tube ......................
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual SCENT RONT OVER ODELS To Open the Cover #6 x 3/8 Screw (x2) #8 x 1 1/2 Shoulder Screw (x2) Cover DETAIL as010 1. Open the room approximately 3" - 4". This will relieve the fabric tension against the front cover.
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado SCENT ANOPY EPLACEMENT ODELS Slat Rotate one End Plate Down to Expose Fabric Slot Remove and Save Lower Screws Slide End Cap Out After Loosening Screws Spindle Tab (ref) Loosen the 2 Roller Tube & Fabric End Cap Screws Approximately 1”...
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual SCENT 6. On one end of the deflector, loosen the screws for the end cap approximately 1" and slide the end cap out. It is not necessary to remove the screws and end cap from the deflector.
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado SCENT PRING EPLACEMENT CAUTION These procedures deal directly with the pre-wound spring tension in the roller tube. Failure to exercise care and/or failure to follow the instructions can result in personal injury and/or property damage. if the spring is prematurely released, the roller tube can spin out of control and cause personal injury and/or property damage.
PRING SSEMBLY NOTE: R001877 (Ascent XL) contains both the LH and RH springs. Both springs should be replaced to ensure that the springs are the same strength on both sides of the slideout cover. This procedure will require two people.
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Carefree of Colorado SCENT see note 1 Calculating the Spring Winds The Ascent spring winds are calculated based on the box length of the slideout. To calculate the spring winds (room closed), measure the box length IN FEET Box Length...
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual SCENT XL R SSEMBLING THE OLLER SSEMBLY The XL roller tube assembly is shipped in two pieces. The center splice is pre assembled in the RH half of the roller tube. It is necessary to assembly the XL roller tube before continuing.
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado SCENT TANDARD AINTENANCE Maintaining a Carefree Ascent slide-out cover is easy. Just follow these basic steps: Periodically check that the fasteners are tight. Tighten if necessary. Keep the awning fabric clean. ABRIC NOTICE Do not use oil based cleaners or any caustic, granulated, or abrasive type cleaners on your Carefree product.
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual SCENT UMBER ISTING UMBER ERIAL UMBER OCATION Rear Side of Slat On Roller Tube Carefree of Colorado Dt : 1234 Inside Sn : 1234567890 Pn : 123456789X Front Cover as025 052553-301r5...
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado SCENT LLUSTRATED ARTS XL Only DETAIL DETAIL DETAIL DETAIL XL Deflector Assy XL Slat Assy XL Cover Assy XL Roll Bar Assy (OEM Only) as501 052553-301r5...
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Not Shown Notes: 1. XXX = Color; xxx = Length in inches 2. Ascent XL components (items 12, 23) are shipped in two pieces and must be assembled during installation. 3. Roller tube assy (item 15) is complete and includes roller tube, LH spindle assy (item 18) and pre- wound RH spring assy (item 20).