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Manual
Carefree of Colorado
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The awning may be mounted using an existing awning rail. Awning rails are not furnished with the awning.
1. Determine the optimum positioning of the awning.
1.1. When installed, the bottom of the awning case is 5 1/4" [13.3cm] from the centerline of the awning
rail. The rail must be mounted a minimum of 12.25" [31cm] above openings to avoid interference.
1.2. The centerline of the awning fabric is offset from the centerline of the awning assembly. To align
the center of the fabric, use the backplate of the awning assembly for measurements.
2. Lightly spray the inside track of the awning rail with a silicone lubricant.
3. Using a minimum of two people, lift the awning up and tilt
as shown.
4. Hook the mounting rail into the awning rail and roll down.
5. Adjust the position of the awning horizontally as required.
It may be necessary to lift the awning so that it will slide
in the awning rail.
6. Rotate the awning down.
7. Open the awning 14"-18" [35 - 45cm] to allow access to the back plate.
8. Drill three (3) 3/16" [4.8mm] holes
through the back of the case into
the mounting surface and into the
structure. Use care to not drill
through the inner wall.
9. In the awning case, ream out the 3/16" [4.8mm] holes to 5/16" [8mm]. Do not allow the drill to extend
into the wall.
NOTICE
The screws must be located in the open areas of the awning case as shown. The
arms cannot close completely if the screw heads are underneath.
10. Secure the awning using three (3) #14 x 1 1/2" lag screws.
Drill Area
Drill Area
Drill Area
Center Between Arms
Arm Mount
Arm Mount
WM008
WM006a
Mounting Rail
Awning Rail
