Carefree of Colorado
Installation
Manual
F
REEDOM
RM
P
ATIO
A
WNING
052978-051r17
7
O
PTIONAL
LED
L
IGHTING
Optional LED lighting may be mounted in the lead rail. The wiring runs along the top of the arm.
For motorized awnings:
Route the LED wire harness with the motor cable.
For manual crank awnings:
Route the harness through the end of the case. Drill a 3/16" hole into the
vehicle wall as shown on page 7.
NOTICE
The following information must be followed to avoid damage to the wiring during and
after installation.
a) The wire should be secured to the wall of the vehicle where it is exposed on the outside of
the vehicle. Use a quality silicone sealant/adhesive.
b) Do not route the wire over sharp edges or heat sources that can cut or fray the wires or wire
insulation.
c) Damage that is a result of improper routing may void warranty.
S
WITCH
I
NSTALLATION
NOTE:
Installers may
choose to furnish the control switch. The installation requires that the power line
(+12VDC) be attached to a dedicated 2A circuit breaker or a 2A in-line fuse must be installed between the
switch and power source. For easy access, locate the fuse close to the switch.
1. Determine the location of the switch.
2. At the switch location, cut a 1 1/8" x 1 1/2" hole.
3. Wire the switch as shown below. Wire terminals at the switch are .187, 18-24 awg female disconnects.
NOTE:
Allow adequate slack in the 12VDC power line so that the in-line fuse (installed in step 4) can be
accessed from behind the switch.
4. Install the in-line fuse:
4.1. Near the switch, cut the red 12VDC power line to the switch. Do not strip the insulation.
4.2. Insert a wire end into one of the wire channels until it butts up against the stop.
4.3. Fold that half of the connector body over until the element contacts the wire. Use pliers to crimp
the connector closed.
4.4. Repeat for the second wire end.
4.5. Slide the fuse into the fuse port. Ensure that is firmly seated.
5. Press the in-line fuse, wires and switch into the mounting hole. Secure the switch using two (2) #6 x
1/2" screws.
6. Snap the switch bezel over the switch frame.
LED020
LED Strip
Vehicle Wall
Red
+12VDC
GND
Switch
18awg Wire
(minimum)
Red
Black
2A In-line Fuse
See Switch Detail
ON
OFF
2A In-line Fuse
(+12VDC Line)
Red
+12VDC
Single Pole, Single Throw Switch
18awg Wire
(minimum)
Red (from power harness)
18-24awg
Female Disconnect (x2)
2A In-line Fuse
GND
Red
+12VDC
Lighted Single Throw Switch
18awg Wire
(minimum)
Red (from power harness)
2A In-line Fuse
18-24awg
Female Disconnect (x2)
1.13"
1.5"
#6 x 1/2" Screw (x2)