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Apply silicone spray lubricant as needed to the moving parts on the fabric roller
tube assembly.
Lubricate all pins and sliding surfaces of the arm assemblies with silicone spray,
as needed.
Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaners, mildew removers, or hard bristle brush-
es on the awning fabric.
Vinyl awning fabric is durable and water resistant. Wrinkling is a normal characteristic,
which may be more noticeable when the awning is retracted, and after prolonged periods of
stowage (rolled up). Leave the awning open during warm weather to minimize wrinkling. A
slight "travel line" may appear where the door roller (if installed) contacts the fabric. This is
normal and does not affect the integrity of the fabric.
To clean the fabric:
Open the awning.
Mix 1/4 cup soap with five gallons of fresh water. Always use a natural soap, not
a detergent. The water should be cold to lukewarm, never more the 100° F.
Liberally drench the fabric with cleaning solution.
Close the awning and allow the cleaning solution to soak for five minutes.
Open the awning and thoroughly hose off the top and bottom of the fabric with
clean water. Repeat if necessary.
Remove the solution COMPLETELY from the awning fabric.
Make sure the fabric is dry before closing the awning. Air-dry only. Never apply
heat to the fabric.
Your recreation vehicle includes the following options:
Power window awnings
Slide out awnings
Power awning over entrance door
Power patio awning
Power switches to operate the awnings are found on the multiplex touchscreen and entry
door switch.
Power Awnings
Each power awning will have its own control switch. Pressing and holding the switch will
extend or retract the awning. The awning will stop when the switch is released.
™ NOTE: Do not overextend the awning. If the awning or awing skirt show
signs of overextending, retract the awning until it is in the appropriate posi-
tion.
Most power awnings give you the ability to adjust the awning pitch (slope). This
will help with water runoff and pooling. When adjusting the awning scope, be
aware of entrance door and window clearances. Coming into contact with a door
or window can damage or tear the awning fabric.
Before retracting the awning, make sure there is not pooled water or debris on the
awning.
When preparing to travel, make sure the awning is completely retracted and se-
cured. Turn off any light strips (if applicable).
Make sure all power sources to the awning have been disabled. Test the awning
prior to leaving to make sure it does not extend.
Most power awnings have a manual override in the event the awning will not retract.
Refer to the manufacturer's user guide for detailed safety, operating and troubleshooting
information.
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