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These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a specific
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Product Overview .......................................................................................................................... 1
Eclipse Patio Awning Specifications:..............................................................................................1
Eclipse Patio Awning Options: .......................................................................................................1
Component Checklist..............................................................................................................................2
Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Required Pre-Installation Preparation.....................................................................................................4
Installing an Awning Rail.........................................................................................................................4
Assembling the Awning ..........................................................................................................................5
Mounting the Awning ..............................................................................................................................6
Installation – Electrical.................................................................................................................. 8
Single Switch Installation and Wiring......................................................................................................8
Wiring Diagram – Single Switch .....................................................................................................9
Multi-Switch Installation and Wiring ......................................................................................................10
Wiring Diagram – Multiple Switch.................................................................................................12
Final Assembly ............................................................................................................................ 13
Attaching the Fascia and Bottom Cover ...............................................................................................13
Securing the Fabric...............................................................................................................................13
Removing the Temporary Assembly Pins.............................................................................................14
Installing the Alumaguard Tractioners ..................................................................................................14
052547-021
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HIS PUBLICATION COVERS MODELS FOR
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Universal Eclipse
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Eclipse XL
model are labeled appropriately.
Printed in USA
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- Page 1 RMS AND ANOPY HIS PUBLICATION COVERS MODELS FOR RIGINAL QUIPMENT ANUFACTURERS • Universal Eclipse • Eclipse XL These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately. ABLE OF ONTENTS Product Overview .......................... 1 Eclipse Patio Awning Specifications:....................1...
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Page 2: Proprietary Statement
ROPRIETARY TATEMENT The Eclipse Patio Awning 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. - Page 3 Carefree of Colorado Installation Manual , OEM CLIPSE RODUCT VERVIEW The Eclipse Patio Awning uses unique “scissor” style arms that do not require vertical ground support. The arms provide easy to use pitch adjustment—simply push together the pins on the arms, snap into the hole set desired, and the pitch is set! The pitch can be left in any position and the Eclipse will roll up completely! When the awning is rolled back out, it rolls out to pitch setting previously set.
- Page 4 , OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE OMPONENT HECKLIST Electrical Rollbar (ordered seperately) (Single Switch) Arm Assemblies (see notes 1, 2) (Single Switch Connector Kit) Standard Electrical (Multi-Switch) Carefree of Colorado Hardware (Single Switch Connector Kit) E0012c 052547-021 Table of Contents...
- Page 5 1. Awning configuration is specified at time of order, including awning length, fabric, color etc. Check awning assembly against original purchase order. 2. The arm assemblies are configuration specific for the Universal Eclipse and the Eclipse XL and are not interchangeable.
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Page 6: Installation
, OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE NSTALLATION EQUIRED NSTALLATION REPARATION 1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface and level the unit. 2. Check where the awning arms will be installed. The arms fit snug to the side of the vehicle and must not cover or interfere with exhaust vents, lights etc. - Page 7 Carefree of Colorado Installation Manual , OEM CLIPSE SSEMBLING THE WNING If the installation is using an exterior wall mount plug/receptacle, go to step 4. CAUTION HE END CAP WITH THE OUTSIDE SWITCH IS SHIPPED ATTACHED TO THE ARM SE CARE TO NOT DAMAGE THE...
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Page 8: Mounting The Awning
, OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE OUNTING THE WNING CAUTION T IS RECOMMENDED THAT AT LEAST THREE PEOPLE INSTALL THE AWNING DUE TO ITS SIZE AND WEIGHT Prior to mounting the awning, it is necessary to mark the first mounting hole. Do not drill at this time. - Page 9 Carefree of Colorado Installation Manual , OEM CLIPSE Drill a 5/32” hole at the first mounting hole and attach the motorized arm using a 1/4 x 1 1/2” lag screw. Confirm that the arm is perpendicular to the awning rail, attach the arm at the second mounting point (shown in Figure 5) using a 5/32”...
- Page 10 , OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE – E NSTALLATION LECTRICAL The Eclipse Patio Awning has two switch/wiring options. The single switch configuration has one interior extend/retract switch. The multiple switch configuration has one power switch, one exterior extend/retract switch, one interior extend/retract switch and a control box.
- Page 11 Carefree of Colorado Installation Manual , OEM CLIPSE Run a 12 gauge wire (never use less than 14 2 1/4" gauge) from the power distribution panel (auxiliary battery circuit) or equivalent. The circuit should be protected by a 20 amp fuse.
- Page 12 , OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE ULTI WITCH NSTALLATION AND IRING Determine the final layout of the switches and the control box and mark the locations. NOTE: When using only the wire harnesses furnished, the maximum distance from the cable point of entry to the relay module is 48”.
- Page 13 Carefree of Colorado Installation Manual , OEM CLIPSE Measure and cut away any excess cable from the motor and exterior switch cables. Terminate the wires and install in the mating connector as shown in Figure 13 page 12. NOTE: As an alternate installation, cutoff the existing connector from the control box bundle and butt splice the cable wires and relay module wires as shown in Detail A on page 10.
- Page 14 , OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE Wiring Diagram – Multiple Switch 48" (Max. Distance with Furnished Wires) 16” (Ref) Relay Module Rear View of Connectors Shown Gray Gray Brown Brown Exterior Switch Yellow Yellow 16" (Ref) Blue Motor...
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Page 15: Securing The Fabric
Carefree of Colorado Installation Manual , OEM CLIPSE INAL SSEMBLY TTACHING THE ASCIA AND OTTOM OVER Make sure the awning is completely closed. Facia Tab Insert the tab, on the fascia, under the arm base and rest it on the mounting plate. - Page 16 , OEM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado CLIPSE EMOVING THE EMPORARY SSEMBLY 2 pins are inserted into the back of the left (idler) head for lateral stability during installation. Using a pair of pliers, remove and discard both pins. NOTE: The awning will operate with the pins in place; for long term use, the pins must be removed to allow for climate variances.
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