How to Guide

page 17 | Retractable Awning Installation & Operation Manual
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Your awning has also been equipped with a manual override. The manual override feature
allows you to retract the awning during power loss and protect the awning from storm and wind
damage. If there is NO power going to the awning, place the hook end of your crank handle into
the gear loop located at the far end of the awning see, Detail #17 on page 16. Turn the hand
crank in a circular motion until the awning is fully retracted.
DO NOT operate the manual override while the awning is under power or severe damage will
occur.
Your new motorized retractable awning has been equipped and preset with factory limit
switches. These settings will allow you to extend or retract your awning to any position at the
touch of a button, without the worry of over extending or retracting your awning. This system
uses a remote-controlled transmitter to operate the awning.
Pressing the “up” button will retract the awning, pressing “down” will extend the awning,
and to stop the awning mid-way, simply press the “stop” button.
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IMPORTANT!
If the awning does not fully open or close, or in the unlikely event that once open, the
awning continues to run, unrolling the fabric: STOP THE AWNING!
Call our toll free hotline [phone]. Your limit switches have somehow become
unset. We will guide you through how to easily reset these.
Your motor comes with a built-in heat sensor to prevent motor damage in the event of repeated
use. This heat sensor will automatically shut the motor o to allow it to cool before it can be
operated again. This cool down period normally takes between 10 and 15 minutes. Once the
motor has cooled, the awning can be operated normally.
Your handheld transmitter is battery operated and replacement batteries are available at most
electronic retail stores and should be replaced annually. Do not leave the remote out in the rain.
Fabric Care & Cleaning:
The fabric on your awning is made from 100% solution-dyed acrylic yarns. Solution dying is the
process of adding color to acrylic bers during manufacturing while they are in a liquid state. By
following a few simple steps, the fabric will maintain its good looks for years. Because the fabric is
woven, it is also highly breathable, which is why it dries quickly with only air exposure.
The fabric has also been treated with a uorocarbon nish, which enhances water repellency. It
will not support the growth of mildew, however dirt on the fabric can lead to mildew growth,
which makes regular cleanings necessary. Your local environment has a great deal to do with
determining cleaning frequency. A dry environment requires less cleaning than a humid one.
You can delay the need for vigorous cleaning by simply hosing the fabric o on a monthly basis.
This will help prevent dirt from becoming embedded in the fabric. A thorough, vigorous cleaning
should be done every year.
6. Care & Maintenance