Version: E 2014-01 ® OWNER’S MANUAL FORBEAUTY-MARK Retractable Awnings MAUI® and DESTIN® Manual and Motorized Awnings Do not leave the awning extended during extreme weather conditions such as wind, rain, snow and ice. The extreme weather conditions may cause the arms to break and can cause damage personal or injury to the property. Awntech does not take any responsibility for any weather related or improper handling damages.
Table of Contents PAGE 3 3 3 4 4 5 9 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 27 29 30 30 32 33 34 35 SECTION Time required installing the awning Parts Required tools Exploded view of the awning Types of brackets Determining bracket placements Installation instructions for various surfaces Installing the awning on the brackets Adjusting the pitch Conversion of the manual awning to motorized Introduction to remote control Limit control adjustments Hood assembly and installation (see the revised) Installing the breeze
IMPORTANT: Retractable awnings are not designed to be left extended (open) during windy, rainy, snowy, icy or hail conditions. Do not leave the awning extended during extreme weather conditions such as wind, rain, snow and ice. Extreme weather conditions may cause the arms to break and can cause personal or property damage. Awntech does not take any responsibility for weather related damages and/or improper use or handling.
• String level • Tape Measure • Chalk line • An Assistant (two, if awning is more than 12’ long) SEE THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS FOR SPECIFIC SIZES OF TOOLS AND HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS NOTE: There are many different building configurations and surfaces on which to mount your Beauty-Mark Retractable Awning. AWNTECH provides the most common of these: WALL MOUNTING BRACKETS in its standard packaging. Because there are so many building surfaces, Awntech does not provide mounting bolts and hardware.
Wall Bracket Eave or Soffit Bracket (Optional and can be purchased separately) • Eave Mounting Brackets (optional) This bracket is designed for any application where there is not a 10” tall horizontal vertical band to mount the awning to, and there is an eave (or bottom of a beam) higher than 7’-9” and lower than 10’-2” from the surface of the patio to the bottom of the eave. The eave (or bottom of the beam) must be at least 5” wide.
If B or C most closely reflect your desired application, this requires that you purchase one eave bracket to replace each wall bracket required. If D most closely reflects your desired application you will need wall brackets for both applications (which come with your awning, however, if you choose a roof mounted application you must purchase one roof bracket per wall bracket required. • • • You must center and secure your brackets into the center of studs or rafters.
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(D) TO HELP YOU VISUALIZE WHAT IS BEHIND THE WALLS AND ROOF, AND TO DEFINE TERMINOLOGY, WE HAVE PROVIDED THE FOLLOWING ILLUSTRATIONS TYPICAL DETAIL OF ROOF FRAMING Decking: sheets installed onto the rafters: a flat surface for shingles Wall sheathing rafters Sub-facia.
TYPICAL DETAIL OF THE STUDS INSIDE THE WALLS (INTERIOR VIEW) Ceiling joist heade r Spacing between studs vary between 0” & Wall Stud Wall Stud THE ARE INSTRUCTIONS COMMON APPLICATIONS FOLLOWING PAGES FOR THE MOST INSTALLATION APPLICATION A INSTALLING WALL MOUNTING BRACKETS TO FLAT SIDING, STUCCO, CEMENT OR CULTURED STONE TYPE): (OF ANY • Place a safe ladder on a flat, dry, stable surface at both ends of where the awning will be installed • Using a chalk-line and a string level (or a laser level)
• For concrete surfaces: Use a 5/16” masonry bit to drill 3” deep holes into the surface. Insert two 5/16”X3” wedge anchors into the hole. Install a washer on each anchor. Place the bracket so the anchors come through the mounting holes. Install another washer and fully tighten the nuts. • For flat siding: The easiest way is to mount a 1" x 5”- 6" treated/painted timber beam (the same length as your awning width) through the siding into the studs using (2) 5/16”x3” lag screws and (2) 5/16” washers.
Using the brackets as a template (the top of the bracket has a ridge on it), drill (2) 5/16” holes in the blocks. Sand the corners and paint the blocks to match your exterior paint color. Drill a pilot hole into the stud with a 3/16” wood/metal bit. Using a ratchet, install (2) 5/16”x4-1/2” lag screws (9/16” socket) and (2) 5/16” washers to secure the bracket to the stud behind the block. Seal around each block with clear paint-able silicone caulking. Repeat the process for the remaining brackets.
FACIA BRACKET APPLICATION D INSTALLING WALL MOUNTING BRACKETS TO BRICK OR STONE • Place a safe ladder on a flat, dry, stable surface at both ends of where the awning will be installed • Using a chalk-line and a string level (or a laser level) mark a horizontal line at your chosen height above the patio. • Using a stud finder, mark the center of all the studs along the line where the awning will be installed.
wedge anchors into the hole. Install a washer on each anchor. Place the bracket so the anchors come through the mounting holes. Install another washer and fully tighten the nuts.
APPLICATION F INSTALLING WALL MOUNTING BRACKETS TO CONCRETE BLOCK WALLS: • Place a safe ladder on a flat, dry, stable surface at both ends of where the awning will be installed • Using a chalk-line and a string level (or a laser level) mark a horizontal parallel with the exterior wall surface at least 6” from the wall. • Mark both ends of where the awning will be installed on that line. • You must have access to the back side of the block. (It cannot be a finished surface).
APPLICATION G INSTALLING EAVE MOUNTING BRACKET TO EAVE OR BOTTOM OF A BEAM (EAVE BRACKETS MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY) • Place a safe ladder on a flat, dry, stable surface at both ends of where the awning will be installed • Using a chalk-line and a string level (or a laser level) mark a horizontal parallel with the exterior wall surface at least 6” from the wall. • Using a stud finder, mark the center of all the boards that the Eaves are secured to along the line where the awning will be installed.
MOUNTING EAVE BRACKET TO A BEAM MOUNTING EAVE BRACKET TO SOFFIT/EAVE BEAM FACIA SOFFIT/EVE SOFFIT/EVE Bracket APPLICATION H INSTALLING ROOF MOUNTING BRACKET TO ROOF: ROOF BRACKETS MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU HIRE A PROFESSIONAL ROOFING CONTRACTOR TO INSTALL THE ROOF MOUNT BRACKETS AND AWNING.
Install wall brackets securely on the face of Bracket (B) with the nuts, washers and bolts provided. Insert a 5/16” x 1” hex bolt into the bottom holes of Bracket (A) and (B). Install lock washers and nuts loosely. Using a ratchet and 9/16” socket, install 5/16” x 1” hex bolts, lock washers and nuts to secure the support arms (C) to the inside edges of Bracket A. Using a level, install the support arm to bracket B through the holes that most closely set bracket B vertical.
ADJUSTING THE PITCH OF THE AWNING CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE PITCH IN THE RETRACTED POSITION IF YOU ORDERED AN ADJUSTABLE PITCH CRANK.. DO NOT STOP..GO DIRECTLY TO NEXT STEP • Extend the awning completely. • First identify the pitch adjustment brackets (K). (see diagram below) • Loosen the top bolt (P) and bottom bolt (R) (do not remove them, just allow them to be moved) on the bracket at both ends. This operation requires a 6mm and 8mm Allen wrench.
STOP! YOU MUST REMOVE THE AWNING FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET AND LAY IT SAFELY ON THE GROUND. THIS MUST BE DONE IN THE RETRACTED POSITION. THE ARMS SHOULD BE TIED CLOSED BEFORE REMOVING IT FROM THE BRACKETS.
• • • • • Safely re-install and secure the awning to the mounting brackets Carefully remove the ties from the arms Plug in the motor Install the wireless control bracket in a covered area nearby. It should already be set to the same frequency of the motor. Press the lower button to project the awning. Press the middle button to stop. Press the upper button to retract the awning.
• If the LED light is red on the remote control and the motor doesn’t function: • Please check the power supplies to the motor • Check cable connections • The motor has an internal temperature control and shuts off the motor for twenty minutes until the motor cools off. So…wait for twenty minutes and then try to operate it. In case of an emergency or if you have questions, contact our technical support team at 800-200-5997 M-F (9-5 CST).
W A L L order to adjust the limit controls you would need to insert the tool looks like wand to turn the controls either “clock wise” or “counter clock wise” R W LIMIT CONTROLS (WHEN YOU LOOK UP) LEFT MOTOR MOUNT (when you face the house): If the awning stops from closing completely: 1. Identify the Red Limit Control (Close to the wall) 2. If the awning stops from retracting completely, then turn the control “COUNTER CLOCK WISE” direction (one turn at a time) until it retracts completely.
RIGHT MOTOR MOUNT (when you face the house): If the awning stops from closing completely: 1. Identify the White Limit Control (Away from the wall) 2. If the awning stops from retracting completely, then turn the Limit Control “CLOCK WISE” direction (one turn at a time) until it retracts completely. If the motor continues to turn even after the awning completely retracted then do the following: 1. 2. 3. 4.
INSTALLING THE BREEZE SUPPORT LEGS (OPTIONAL AND CAN BE PURCHASED SEPERATELY) WARNING: BREEZE SUPPORTS ARE NOT DESIGNED TO MAKE RETRACTABLE AWNINGS A PERMANENT STRUCTURE • • • • • On the bottom track of the front bar there is a nut and washer next to each arm bracket. Remove the nuts and washers, insert the bolts into the holes in the L-shaped bracket on each leg support. Re-install the washers and nuts. Tighten the nuts.
• In the case of rain, snow, sleet or high winds, un-screw the thumb screws at the base of the legs and retract the awning. You should always retract your awning when not in use. Breeze support legs Machine screw anchor Tee-nut Thumb screw INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING CENTER SUPPORT BRACKETS 20’, 22’ & 24’ MAUI & DESTIN MODELS ® • • ® Remove nuts and bolts that hold the bracket to the roller. Place the new roller bracket between the brackets and install the nuts and bolts securely.
REPLACING AWNING FABRIC • • • • • • • • • • • • If you have a motor, turn it off. Manually crank the awning out to full projection Remove the front bar end caps Using the provided Allen wrench, unloosen the bullets at each end of the front bar C channel. Ask your helper to get on a step ladder about five feet from the wall on the non-motor/non-crank side of the awning. On a ladder mildly push the front bar toward the wall.
REPLACING PROJECTION ARMS STOP! CAUTION: DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR THE ARMS WITHOUT READING AND FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE INJURYAND DAMAGE TO YOU, YOUR PROPERTY AND THE AWNING. Please observe the CAUTION: HIGH TENSION PROJECTION ARMS labels when replacing the lateral arms of your awning. These arms are loaded with high tension springs and can cause severe personal injury and property damage if extreme caution is not used.
• Before any claims may be made under this Warranty, the original purchaser must have paid in full for the product covered under the Warranty, according to the terms and conditions of the pay-plan defined in the original order. IF THE PURCHASER HAS FAILED TO MAKE FULL PAYMENT, THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE NULLIFIED AND AWNTECH CORPORATION SHALL BE RELIEVED FROM ANY RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. The purchaser agrees and acknowledges that this Warranty agreement constitutes an executor contract.
• Any failure or damage of the components that results from any intentional or negligent actions by the purchaser or by any other person is not covered by this Warranty. This includes leaving retractable awnings extended during harsh weather. • It is the responsibility of the purchaser to securely fasten the awning to studs, joists, headers or other structural members. Any failure or damage that results from the awning falling from its installed position is not covered by this Warranty.
RETURNS/ORDER EXCEPTION CONTACT: Customer Service: Phone 817-354-9600, Fax 817-354-9612, email customers@awntech.com TO ACQUIRE A RETURN OR REPAIR AUTHORIZATION NUMBER YOU MUST GO THROUGH OUR WARRANTY PROCESS BELOW • Email or mail a photo of the damaged parts to: EMAIL: customers@awntech.com MAIL: Customer Support, Awntech Corporation, 10950 S. Pipeline Rd., Bldg. 1, Euless, TX 76040 Authorized returns: Returns Dept., Awntech Corporation 10950 S.
2: Which of the Beauty- Mark retractable awning models is right for me? The width of your patio area dictates the size of the awning. A motorized awning provides the convenience of easy operation with a touch of a button. A manually operated (crank) is easy to use and is less expensive than a motorized model. If you choose a motorized awning, you will need to determine where your outlet is before ordering. You may purchase your awning with the motor on either the left or right side.
12: Do I have to take down my awning and store it over the winter? No. Just close the awning and leave it up all year long. Our fabric has been designed to withstand the elements year round. You may also purchase additional accessories such as a hood (stops birds from nesting on your awning), weather cover (for winter storage), wind support legs and screen room for your awning by calling 800-200-5997 or visiting us online at www.awntech.com. 13: Is the awning fabric easy to clean? Yes.
DAMAGE DUE TO IMPROPER ANCHORING, STRONG WINDS, RAIN, SNOW OR ICE Awntech® Corporation does not guarantee its retractable awnings against damage that is weather related (such as strong winds, rain, snow and ice) under any circumstances. These awnings are designed to protect the customer from the sun and UV rays. They are not designed to hold snow loads, ice loads, water pooling loads or loads from debris such as leaves and falling branches. Also, if your awning is not anchored securely, it will lift.
Technical Specifications Maui® and Destin® Technical Specifications MANUAL MOTORIZED Frame Materials Steel Torsion Bar Lateral Arms Cables/qty.
FABRIC SPECIFICATIONS BEAUTY-MARK® ACRYLIC FABRIC Available widths: 47 and 60 in. Available colors: Visit www.awntech.com Technical Information Support: Warp yarn: Weft yarn: SOLUTION DYED Acrylic SOLUTION DYED Acrylic Specifications: Specifications Weight: Water column: Spray Test: Oil test: Cone test: Warp tensile strength: Weft tensile strength: Warp elongation at break: Weft elongation at break: Warp tearing resist.: Weft tearing resist.
