CLASSIC SERIES Retractable Awning Owner’s Manual For safety reasons, please read the instructions and warnings in this manual carefully before installing the awning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety instructions and warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Package contents and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Tool requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Product features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY • Pay close attention during installation to ensure that the Advaning awning is installed properly. • Perform the installation in dry and optimal conditions. Always wear protective gear and gloves when handling sharp metal parts. If you do not feel that you can properly install the awning, please seek professional help.
PACKAGE CONTENTS AND PARTS Check to make sure the package contain all parts shown in the parts list before installation.
TOOL REQUIREMENTS 3 1 Minimum 2 people to install 4 2 5 SUGGESTED TOOLS 10 6 1 Marker / pencil 2 Measuring tape 3 Electronic Stud finder 4 Chalk line / laser level 5 Level 6 3/8” socket wrench 7 Drill bit 8 Masonry drill bit 9 Drill with bits 10 Ladders (2) 9 7 8 Fig.4 PRODUCT FEATURES 12 2 3 1 5 13 4 11 14 11 10 6 7 1 Fig.
INSTALLATION BRACKET PLACEMENT REFERENCE CHART Please use the charts for bracket location reference. A Left awning shoulder B Right awning shoulder NOTE: The left most bracket must be placed on the left side/outside of the left awning shoulder. The right most bracket must be placed on the right side / outside of the right awning shoulder. ALL brackets must be placed and mounted onto wall studs or other major support structure. B A 8 ~ 10 feet awning B A 12-16 feet awning B A 18 feet awning Fig.
INSTALLATION DETERMINE WHERE TO INSTALL YOUR AWNING Roof, eave or overhang B Minimum 1 inch C Minimum 10 inch clear space Locate a position that is A A At least 10 feet above the ground/floor/ deck. B Minimum 1 inch clearance below the roof/ eave/overhang. C With at least 10 vertical inch of clear space. Minimum 10 feet D Minimum 8 feet Ground, floor or deck Fig 7 The surface should be free and clear of any obstructions along the entirety of the awning. D Minimum width.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING WALL BRACKETS 1 Minimum 1 inch Standard stud installation 1 2 Measure and mark where the top of your awning bracket will be placed. 2 Use a regular level and chalk line or a laser level, mark a straight level line. 3 Locate and mark the center of the wall studs along this line using a stud finder. *Please follow the directions of your stud finder as instructed by the manufacturer.
INSTALLATION 8 9 Place brackets over the appropriate holes and use a level to make sure the bracket is leveled and square to the line. Use a washer and lag screw to secure all the brackets until snugged against the surface. Level 9 8 washer Lag screw Bracket Fig 13 Wall Fig 14 NOTE: For proper installation of brackets on uneven surfaces or siding, use shims or spacers to level the bracket.
INSTALLATION 1 Follow instructions for standard installation step 1 and 2 (page 7). 2 Use the recommended bracket location chart (page 5) to find bracket location for your awning model along the line. 3 Align the top of the bracket to the chalk line and use a level to make sure the bracket is straight. 4 Mark the center of the bracket mounting holes. 5 2 Bracket locations base on your awning model Fig 17 3 4 Ma Drill mounting holes using a masonry drill bit.
INSTALLATION Insert an expansion bolt set into each of the drilled bracket holes. 6 7 Leave the hex bolt head outside of the hole. 8 Tighten the hex bolt head. 6 8 Expansion bolt set 7 Socket wrench Leave hex bolt head outside Wall Fig 21 Fig 22 CAUTION: Do not over tighten. 10 11 12 10 Hex bolt Place the wall bracket over the holes and use a level to make sure the bracket is straight. Re-insert the hex bolts into the holes through the wall bracket.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING CEILING BRACKETS 1 2 Roof, eave or overhang 1 Locate a straight, flat and leveled edge of your roof, eave or overhang that is clear and free of obstructions. 2 Minimum 10 inch clear space Chalkliner Fig 27 Using a chalk line or laser level, mark a line that runs the entire length of your awning. NOTE: The awning will stand 10” off of this line. 3 4 3 Bracket locations base on your awning model Fig 28 Place the ceiling brackets in the appropriate locations.
INSTALLATION 6 Place brackets over the appropriate holes. 7 Using a washer and a lag screw, secure the brackets to the surface until snug. 6 INSTALLING AWNING ONTO BRACKETS 2 3 4 7 Bracket Fig 31 1 Washer Lag screw Bracket Fig 32 1 Nut Remove the bolts on the front of the wall brackets. Washer Retaining bolt Slide torsion bar into the square section of the bracket. 2 Place retaining bolt into the bracket and use the nut and washer to secure bolt into place.
INSTALLATION READY YOUR AWNING WARNING: DO NOT plug in the power cord until the following steps have been completed. Before removing the safety restrains, make sure no persons or objects are in front of the awning. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. 1 Position yourself under the awning. 2 Remove the safety restrains from the arms one at a time. Do not use a knife or blade to cut the restrains. 2 1 Fig 34 INSTALL POWER CORD FOR ELECTRIC MODELS 1 Plug into a GFI rated outdoor socket.
OPERATION MANUAL MODEL 1 Use the hand crank to open the awning fully then close it completely to test for proper operation. 2 Use the hand crank and open the awning to desired extension. 1 2 CAUTION: To keep the fabric taut, alway reserve a small protion of the awning fabric in the roller tube. NOTE: The arms are not designed to be completely straight in the fully extended position.
OPERATION 8-16ft awning: 2 Easy PitchTM loops ADJUST AWNING PITCH NOTE: All Advaning awning models come with the Easy PitchTM adjustment system. 8-16ft awning models have two (2) Easy PitchTM loops for adjustment. 18ft awning models have three (3) Easy PitchTM loops for adjustment. 1 Open the awning. 2 With the aid of a helper, support the front bar of the awning while another person adjusts the pitch of the awning using the hand crank and the Easy PitchTM System.
MAINTENANCE PROTECTING THE FABRIC FROM MILDEW Allow the awning fabric to fully dry before retracting. Doing so will help prevent mildew from growing and prolong the life of the fabric. If you must retract the awning while wet, open the awning as soon as the weather permits to allow the fabric to fully dry and remove any dirt deposits to preserve the fabric. CLEANING THE FABRIC Cleaning the awning regularly with mild soap and water will extend the life of the fabric and prevent the formation of mildew.
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 17 Limited Warranty Covers Advaning warrants all Advaning original products, sold and installed within the 50 states of the United States, to be free of defects of materials and workmanship. This warranty only applies to the original owner or purchaser of the product and is only effective on a basis for sixty (60) months or five (5) years from the date of purchase.
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE GIVEN, ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR WARRANTY CREATED BY LAW IS DISCLAIMED. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
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