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Carefree of Colorado Rafter VI Manual

With automatic awning support
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RV Accessory
Provides support and eliminates the weight and natural sag in the
middle of the roller.
The cradle automatically pivots out of the way when the roller is
extended.
The cradle support automatically captures the roller when the
awning is retracted.
Works with all awning brands.
Does not work with curved arm applications.
I
NSTALLATION
1. If open, close the awning.
Cradle
Support Bracket
Lower Center
Mounting Hole
2. Temporarily attach the cradle to the support bracket using the supplied screw and acorn nut.
3. Position cradle and bracket beneath the roller as shown.
•
For vinyl awnings: Press the cradle and bracket upward until the cradle is seated against the fabric.
•
For awnings with alumaguard: Press the cradle and bracket upward until the slack in the metal slats of the
alumaguard is removed.
DO NOT
LIFT THE SUPPORT SO THAT THE ROLLER TUBE IS IN TENSION
PROPER OPERATION OF THE AWNING AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE SUPPORT AND
4. Mark the position of the lower center mounting hole of the support bracket. Set the cradle and bracket aside.
5. Open the awning and raise it to the highest pitch. This is to provide access clearance to attach the components.
6. Align the backing plate with the mark made previously. Ensure that the plate is perpendicular to the awning rail.
7. Using the backing plate as a template, drill 4 7/32" holes through the corners and into the coach wall.
8. Attach the plate using 4 moly rivets.
9. Through the two center holes of the plate, drill two 3/16" pilot holes.
10. Remove the cradle from the support.
11. Attach the support bracket to the backing plate and coach wall using two 1/4 x 1 1/2 screws.
12. Attach the cradle to the support bracket using the supplied screw, lock washer and cap nut. Tighten the nut fully.
Tip:
Lightly spray the mounting holes of the cradle and the shaft of the screw with a dry silicone lubricant before
assembling.
A
UTOMATIC
CAUTION
. D
OING SO CAN CAUSE THE SUPPORT TO INTERFER WITH
/
OR ALUMAGUARD METAL WRAP IF INSTALLED
C
AREFREE
A
S
WNING
UPPORT
Backing Plate
O 3/16"
(2 plcs)
O 7/32"
(4 plcs)
Moly Rivets
1/4 x 1 1/2 Screws
Support001
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Summary of Contents for Carefree of Colorado Rafter VI

  • Page 1 AREFREE UTOMATIC WNING UPPORT RV Accessory Provides support and eliminates the weight and natural sag in the middle of the roller. The cradle automatically pivots out of the way when the roller is extended. The cradle support automatically captures the roller when the awning is retracted.
  • Page 2 Installation and Operation RODUCT VERVIEW The Rafter VI gives the awning user the ability to easily tighten the center fabric when the awning is extended. Secure installation with easy adjustments and operation. May be stored in the coach or mounted for permanent storage on the outside of the coach.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    AFETY NFORMATION WARNING WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY AND OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUTION CAUTION INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT MAY CAUSE MINOR TO MODERATE PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE T MAY ALSO BE USED TO ALERT AGAINST UNSAFE PRACTICES NOTE: A note indicates further information about a product, part, or step.

  • Page 4: Installation

    Carefree of Colorado Rafter VI NSTALLATION NOTE: If the support is to be mounted for storage on the outside of the coach, the installation requires a minimum flat mounting surface of 72" measured vertically from the awning rail. Refer to page 2.
  • Page 5 Carefree of Colorado Rafter VI OUNTING THE TORAGE RACKET The storage bracket is used to secure the rafter arm when the arm is not being used. The bracket is required when the rafter arms are permanently attached to the outside of the vehicle.

  • Page 6: Operation

    Permanent Installation Ground Support Rafter6002 Figure 6. Setting Up the Rafter VI. 1. Extend the awning completely according to the instructions with the awning. 2. For removable arms: • Holding the arm at approximately 45° firmly press the rubber bushing (inside the channel) into the large slot of the support bracket.

  • Page 7: Arm Care

    Carefree of Colorado Rafter VI CAUTION MUST F THE AWNING ARMS ARE TO BE PLACED IN THE CARPORT POSITION THE FOLLOWING ITEMS BE DONE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE AWNING OR RAFTER • DO NOT LOCK CLOSE THE TENSION HANDLE UNTIL AFTER THE AWNING ARMS ARE SET •...

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