Motor Replacement; Preliminary Steps - Carefree MARQUEE Service Manual

Carefree of Colorado
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OTOR EPLACEMENT
This operation can be done while the awning is mounted on the RV. Use care to not damage the walls etc.
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RELIMINARY TEPS
1. Disconnect power to the awning.
2. If the awning is extended: (Refer to Detail A) Carefully push the
lead rail toward the case so that the arms collapse. While holding
the lead rail in this position, firmly tie the elbows of the spring arms
together. Use a minimum 1/2" rope - do not use bungee cords.
When tying the rope, use a non-slip knot such as a square knot or
equivalent.
3. If the awning is closed: Firmly brace the lead rail in the closed
position. A second person can hold the lead rail steady during the
disassembly process.
CAUTION
F
AILURE TO SECURE THE LEAD RAIL AS
DESCRIBED WILL ALLOW THE SPRING ARMS TO UNEXPECTANTLY
EXTEND OUT POSSIBLY CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE
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TO THE AWNING
4. Determine the type of roller tube that is used on the unit. Examine
the idler end cap. End caps without a removable plug uses a 2-slot
roller tube, follow the procedure on page 6. End caps with the
removable plug uses a 3-slot roller tube, follow the procedure on
page 6.
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Spring Arms
Elbows Together
Figure 4. Tying the Arms.
End Cap Without
Removable Plug Removable Plug
2-Slot
Roller Tube
Figure 5. Roller Tube Types.
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ARQUEE
Firmly Tie
Marquee012
End Cap With
3-Slot
Roller Tube
Marquee028
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