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A
RM
N
OISE
After a period of use, the arm knuckle joints may slide together slightly making a
squeaking or squealing noise; this is normal and not a reason for concern. To reduce
the sound, apply a few drops of multi-purpose oil (3-IN-1
®
1
or equivalent) on the
knuckle joint seams. Operate the awning and repeat 3-4 times to allow the oil to
penetrate into the joint.
A
DJUSTING THE
P
ITCH
The awning opens and closes with a steep pitch. On low profile vans, the
leading edge of the awning may hit the top of the sliding door if the door is open
while extending or retracting the awning. To prevent this, the lower limit of the
pitch can be adjusted upwards.
NOTICE
Use care to not raise the awning pitch to high. This can prevent
the lead rail from closing properly. If in doubt, try closing the awning, if the lead
rail does not close properly then lower the pitch.
1. Open the awning to access the adjustment screws located on the arm case
knuckles.
2. Have a second person lift up
on the lead rail to relieve the
pressure on the adjustment
screws.
3. Using a 4mm allen wrench,
loosen the top screw. Turn
the bottom adjustment screw
clockwise to raise the lead rail;
turn the adjustment screw
counterclockwise to lower the
lead rail.
4. When the pitch is set at the desired angle, tighten the top screw. Torque to 30 in-
lbs.
5. Repeat for each arm. Ensure that the lead rail is parallel with the awning
case.
NOTE:
The Freestyle RM lead rail self-adjusts to accommodate the pitch. No
adjustment is required to the lead rail when the pitch is adjusted.
1
3-IN-1
®
is a registered trademark of the WD-40 company.
Loosen Top Screw when Adjusting
Tighten When Finished
Case
Knuckle
RMF038a
Lower
Raise
Pitch Adjustment Screw
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