Section 6: Exterior; Awning - Thor Motor Coach CLASS B Owner's Manual

Exterior
Your Class B motorhome comes equipped with several
factory-installed exterior devices with features designed to
enhance your RV traveling experience. These features are
covered in this section.
Awning (if equipped)
CAUTION CAUTION
Keep hands away from awning mechanisms while in
operation. Some mechanisms present pinch points
that can cause severe injury.
In the event of power loss or awning motor failure,
the awning can be retracted manually. Consult the
awning manufacturer's instructions for manual awning
retraction. Never drive or move the vehicle while the
awning is extended.
CAUTION CAUTION
• If threatening weather approaches, retract the

awning.

• If the awning is retracted while wet, extend it as soon
as possible to allow it to dry.
• Do not drive during periods of extreme high winds.
Doing so may cause damage to the awning; it could
possibly unfurl from the stowed position. Any
damage to the awning caused by driving under such
conditions may not be covered under warranty.
Awnings can create a pleasant outdoor space that provides
shade from the sun and semi-protection from certain weather
conditions.
The patio awning operates from the motorhome's 12 volt DC
electrical supply. The master battery disconnect switch will
need to be ON prior to operating the awning.
TO EXTEND THE AWNING
1. Before extending the awning, ensure there are no obsta-
cles in the path of operation.
2. Provide power to the awning by turning ON the master
battery disconnect switch, or operate the generator, or
connect to shore power.
3. Press (do not hold) the EXTEND switch, located near the
entrance door, or on the multiplex touch-screen panel,
or remote (see note), until the awning is opened to the
desired position.
4. Press the switch again to stop the awning at the desired
position.
5. ALWAYS Use the adjustable prop rods to support and
adjust the angle of the fully-extended awning. Prop rods
can be placed vertical to the ground or attached to brack-
ets located on the side of the motorhome. Depending on
the awning model, prop rods may be separate or located
on the inside edge of the awning fascia.
TO RETRACT THE AWNING
1. Before retracting the awning, ensure there are no obsta-
cles in the path of operation.
2. Collapse and stow the prop rods.
3. Provide power to the awning by turning ON the master
battery disconnect switch, or operate the generator, or
connect to shore power.
4. Press (do not hold) the RETRACT switch, located near the
entrance door, or on the multiplex touch-screen panel, or
remote (see note). The awning will fully retract, or press
the switch to stop at a desired partially-open position.
NOTE: The multiplex system may offer remote control
of awnings and other electrical systems via a smart
phone or tablet app.
Awning Lights (if equipped)
Your patio awning may be equipped with LED strip lighting
or other lighting types. These lights are controlled by a switch
located near the Awning EXTEND/RETRACT switch, on your
multiplex touch-screen panel, or remote control.
NOTE: For complete awning operation and mainten-
ance information, refer to the manufacturer's owner's
guide and/or the TMC Class B Supplement, available
through your TMC Owners Resource account.
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