Carefree of Colorado
10
S
ETTING THE
P
ITCH
The room can accommodate two different pitch
settings, flat (shallow) or steep.
Locate the zippers on the outside of the side
panels.
Close the zipper for flat pitch applications or
open the zipper for steep pitch applications.
CAUTION
O
PEN AND CLOSE THE ZIPPER
WITH CARE
.
T
HE SIDE WALL MATERIAL CAN BE
CAUGHT AND JAM THE ZIPPER
.
NOTE:
For adjustable pitch awnings, it may be necessary to adjust the pitch of
the awning so that the panels hang straight.
S
TAKE THE
R
OOM
1. Starting at the back of the room, place a stake through the tie down loop and
drive the stake into the ground.
NOTE
: There are two
methods for the stake to grab
the loop. For short stays, use
the hook of the stake to hold
the loops, for longer stays, or
if expecting winds, place the
stake through the loop.
2. Pull the panels straight and
stake the front corners.
3. Stake the center tie down loops.
S
EALING
A
LONG THE
V
EHICLE
W
ALL
1. On the inside of the room fold the sidewall along the vehicle wall.
2. Lift the seal assembly up and press into the corner of the folded fabric. The
velcro
1
of the seal will attach to the velcro on the room sidewall.
Tip: Fold the seal into thirds with the velcro out. Place the top third on the room
wall then fold down the middle third and place against the wall. Unfold and place
the last third.
3.
Campout:
At the top, hook the strap hook into the loop on the back of the bag.
4.
Freedom:
Hook the strap hook into the rafter connector.
5.
Vertical Arm Awnings:
Hook the strap hook into the rail bracket.
6. Drive a stake slightly under the vehicle then hook the bottom strap hook to the
stake; or, hook the strap to the vehicle frame. Tighten the strap as required.
7.
To tighten or loosen the strap hook refer to “The Strap Hook” on page 11.
1
VELCRO® is the registered trade name of Velcro Industries. The term "velcro" is used to
generically describe the fabric hook and loop fasteners used with the product.
Close
for Flat Pitch
Open
for Steep Pitch
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Zipper on Outside
of Side Panel
