Awning Manual Override; Care And Maintenance - Airstream INTERSTATE 24 2024 Owner's Manual

NOTE
If wind or extended periods of rain are expected,
retract the awning and secure as for travel.
The effects of wind and rain on any awning are
unpredictable. Severe damage to the vehicle and
or the awning may result and cannot be covered by
warranty.
CAUTION
Never use the awning with damaged fabric. Make
sure the awning can be correctly retracted.

Awning Manual Override

If power to the vehicle is not available, the awning can
be safely retracted using the manual override located
on the idler (right) end of the case� A ratchet and socket
extension has been included and is located under the
passenger side floor compartment.
1� Remove thumb screw from backside of decorative
awning cap� The cap will be held in place by velcro
that must be released before removing�
2� Remove cover from the right end of awning and
save�
3� Insert the 3/8" socket drive extension and handle
into the square drive hole inside the end cap�
4� Turn the handle clockwise until the awning is
retracted�
5� Replace the end cap�
CAUTION
After closing the awning with the manual override,
the lead rail may move out from the case 1/4"-1/2".
This is normal and the awning is secure for travel
until power is restored or repairs are completed.
Do NOT attempt to force the lead rail in with the
override, serious damage can occur to the awning.
NOTE
Manual override cannot be used to extend the
awning.
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Care and Maintenance

1� PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Like any other part
of the touring coach, an owner should periodically
inspect the awning� The following items should be
checked�
a� All mounting brackets are tight�
b� Check all pivot points for enlargements of
holes or broken rivets�
c� Check end caps for cracking and splitting�
d� Check that awning rail is tight against coach
and all screws are tight�
e� Check canopy for loose stitching and possible
shrinkage or puckering�
f� Clean and lubricate all tension knobs and pivot
points�
Fuse Location: Chassis fuse panel under driver's seat,
Exterior
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