Carefree Paramoun Service Manual

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Page 1 VICE ANUAL ARAMO OUNT 2-Sta ge Multi- -Position Awning Read d this manu ual before s servicing th is product. Failure to follow the i instructions s and safe ety precautio ons in this manual can n result in p personal inj ury and/or cause the p...
Page 2 ROPRIETA TEMENT e Paramoun nt Awning is s a product o of Carefree of Colorado o, located in Broomfield , Colorado, USA. The info ormation co ontained in o or disclosed in this docu ument is con nsidered pro oprietary to Carefree of f Colorado.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT ABLE OF ONTENTS Product Overview .......................... 2 Paramount Patio Awning Specifications ..................... 2 Standard System Adjustments ....................3 Setting the Motor Limits .......................... 3 OUT Limit Switch ..........................3 IN Limit Switch ............................
Page 4: Product Overview
The unique and innovative 110V electronic control system provides Carefree’s Direct Response system with interior pushbutton controls for standard extend/retract functions. At the master control panel the auto-retract system can be engaged to automatically retract the awning in windy conditions.
Page 5: Standard System Adjustments
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT TANDARD YSTEM DJUSTMENTS ETTING THE OTOR IMITS The “ ” limit switch is used to stop the motor when the awning is fully extended. The “ ” limit is with the Direct Response system (see description below).
Page 6: Awning Calibration Procedure
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT WNING ALIBRATION ROCEDURE If the awnings do not align at the intermediate positions (slide-out and window), it is necessary to run a calibration routine to adjust the run and stop times for the awning.
Page 7 Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT System Status Power Stop Awning Awning Power Stop Control Control On/Off ATIO LEDs Steady ON (Full Extend) Stop Stop in Calibration Mode High High Motion Sensor Press & Hold for 5 seconds KeyPad Remote Paramount012 NOTE: 4-awning keypad and remote shown.
Page 8: Adjusting The Lead Rail
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT DJUSTING THE Adjusting the Lead Rail Height The Paramount arms are installed and adjusted at the factory to operate at the tallest height possible. For multiple awning installations, the lead rails of adjacent awnings may appear to not align because of installation variables.
Page 9: Manual Override
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT ANUAL VERRIDE If 110V power is not available to the coach, the Paramount awning can still be safely retracted using the manual override. The bypass is located inside the case, near the end cap. Remove the large rubber plug on...
Page 10: Programming The Rf Receiver For A Remote
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT RF R ROGRAMMING THE ECEIVER FOR A EMOTE When adding or replacing a remote control, it is necessary to program the transmitter and receiver. 1. Power to the control box must be on. 2. Locate the receiver box.
Page 11: Standard Maintenance
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT TANDARD AINTENANCE Maintaining a Carefree Awning is easy. Just follow these basic steps:  Always operate the awning according to the instructions.  Periodically check that the fasteners are tight. Tighten if necessary. ...
Page 12: Canopy Replacement
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT ANOPY EPLACEMENT During the following instructions, use the manual override procedure on page 6 to open and close the awning. 1. Disconnect power to the awnings. Tie the Elbows of the Outer Short Arms 2.
Page 13 Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT 13. The canopy should be approximately .25" from the end of the motor crown. 14. If previously removed, attach the end plate to the case with the roller tube idler seated into the bearing.
Page 14: Motor Replacement
Serv vice Manual Carefree o of Colorado ARAMOUNT OTOR EPLACE EMENT WARN Shoc ck Hazard. Always dis sconnect ba attery or po ower source e before orking on or r around the e electrical system. ere are thre ee (3) motor...
Page 15 Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT Drive Crown Drive Key Motor Retaining Ring Endplate VS Configuration (3" Roller Tube) Exposed Polyrod Motor Screws (x4) Drive Endplate Crown Screws (x4) Drive Key Motor Retaining Ring Endplate HS Configuration (3" Roller Tube)
Page 16 Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT 13. Position motor end plate on the case and attach using the screws removed previously. 14. Route the new motor wire into the coach and attach (refer to wiring diagrams on page 22 for the appropriate control system).
Page 17: Modifying The Top Cover
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT ODIFYING THE OVER When replacing an older configuration motor with the current motor, it is necessary to modify the top cover access holes for the limit switches. Ø 3/8" Hole (x2) Ø 3/8" Hole (x2) 1.
Page 18: Short Spring Arm Replacement
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT HORT PRING EPLACEMENT CAUTION The spring arm is under tension to open. Use extreme care to firmly hold the spring arms during assembly and disassembly to avoid any sudden or unexpected movement by the arm. Serious personal injury and/or property damage could occur.
Page 19: Installing The New Arm
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT Installing the New Arm The new arm is banded in the closed position. Do not remove the binding until instructed to do so. 1. (Refer to Detail C) Attach the knuckle on the new arm using the rotation pin removed previously.
Page 20: Long Spring Arm Replacement
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT NOTICE Never attempt to adjust or alter the middle rail and attached components. Never attempt to move or adjust the arm knuckles in the case or on the middle rail; these have been pre- set at the factory for optimum operation.
Page 21: Removing The Awning
arefree of Col lorado Serv vice Manual ARAMOUNT EMOVIN G THE WNING CAUTI Paramount t awning is extremely heavy. Mov ving and/or r lifting e awning req quires a mi nimum of 3 3 people. Th he use of a lifting devi ce is strong commended...
Page 22: Diagnostic Tests
Serv vice Manual Carefree o of Colorado ARAMOUNT IAGNOST e following p procedures ar re intended to o aid the serv rvice technicia an to logically y resolve ope erational issu ues with the rect Respons se installation WARN Shoc ck Hazard.
Page 23: Testing The System
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT ESTING THE YSTEM All function buttons are press ON. The auto-functions continue until the awning is fully extended or retracted. Pressing the button a second time will stop the function (does not apply to the "Extend All" or Retract All"...
Page 24 Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT In the charts below, YES is a positive response to the test; NO is a negative response. HE AWNING OPERATE DIFFERENT THAN THE SWITCH MARKINGS The power switch at the key pad must be on; the LED will be illuminated if power is present.
Page 25 Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT WNING PERATE NOTE: The awnings are programmed sequentially (i.e. #1, #2, #3, #4). If power is missing from an awning, the subsequent awnings will not function (i.e. #1 and #2 works, #3 and #4 don't). Check the power to the first non functioning control board in sequence (i.e.
Page 26 Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT WNING DO NOT ETRACT URING WINDY CONDITIONS The Direct Response auto-retract system operates by gauging the motion of the awning's leading edge, not by the direct wind speed. Refer to the description in the owner's manual.
Page 27: Electronics
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT LECTRONICS – S IRING IAGRAM INGLE WNING Ignition Switched +12VDC Receiver Awning #1 12VDC Ignition Ground Sensor Lockout Sensor (Optional) Splitter Key Pad Remote Key Pad To 110VAC NOTES: Detail Wire Legend: For RH Configuration Black Reverse Red &...
Page 28: Wiring Diagram - 2-Awnings
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT – 2-A IRING IAGRAM WNINGS Receiver Awning #1 Sensor 3 Conductor 14AWG NM Wire w/ Gnd Awning #2 Sensor Key Pad 3 Conductor 14AWG NM Wire w/ Gnd Remote Ignition Switched Key Pad +12VDC...
Page 29: Phone Cord Connection
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT NOTES: Wire Legend: Black White Green (Ground) Awnings #1 & #4 shown as LH Motor, Awnings #2 & #3 shown as RH Motor For LH Motor Configurations: Motor Red goes to Pin (1); Motor Black goes to Pin (2) For RH Motor Configurations: Motor Red goes to Pin (2);...
Page 30: Wiring Diagram - 4 Awnings
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT – 4 A IRING IAGRAM WNINGS Receiver Awning #1 Sensor 3 Conductor 14AWG NM Wire w/ Gnd Awning #2 Sensor 3 Conductor 14AWG NM Wire w/ Gnd Key Pad Remote Key Pad Ignition Switched...
Page 31 Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT NOTES: Wire Legend: Black White Green (Ground) Awnings #1 & #4 shown as LH Motor, Awnings #2 & #3 shown as RH Motor For LH Motor Configurations: Motor Red goes to Pin (1); Motor Black goes to Pin (2) For RH Motor Configurations: Motor Red goes to Pin (2);...
Page 32: Connection Flex W/ "110Vdr" Control Boxes
Motor 4 CR024 2. The RF Receiver and the optional ignition lock-out can be plugged into any unused "EYE" port. 3. The "110VDR" control boxes are compatible with integrator interfaces. Contact Carefree engineering for information and system requirements. PTIONAL ANUAL...
Page 33: Sensor Replacement
Carefree of Colorado Service Manual ARAMOUNT ENSOR EPLACEMENT The replacement sensor is furnished with a 25 foot cable. The cable is furnished in case the installed cable has been damaged or compromised. NOTICE Do Not attempt to cut and splice the cable. If damaged, the cable must be replaced to ensure system integrity.
Page 34: Part Number Listing
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT UMBER ISTING Serial# / Part# Located on the Rear Outside Case ERIAL UMBER UMBER OCATION on Motor Side Paramount024 LLUSTRATED ARTS 3" Roller Tube VS Configuration Original Motor Configuration Canopy construction with (Silver Body) vertical seams (previous) 3"...
Page 35 4. Lead rail connectors (item 18) are shown for reference only. Connectors are part of the lead rail (item 15). 5. Motor assembly (item 10) includes drive, and attaching hardware. It does not include crown. 6. Starting in March, 2019 Carefree uses a 3.5" aluminum roller tube. Prior units 3"...
Page 36: Electronic Components
Service Manual Carefree of Colorado ARAMOUNT LECTRONIC OMPONENTS Single Version_______ 2-Awning 4-Awning Paramount501 Item Part Number Description Notes R060633-001 Control Box 110VDR R060618-001 Key Pad Single Awning R060624-001 Remote, 433 MHz Single Awning R060633-002 Control Box, Motor 1 & 2...

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