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Carefree of Colorado

 Service 

Manual 

F

REEDOM 

RM 

052978-351r8 

5 

C

ANOPY 

R

EPLACEMENT 

(O

RIGINAL 

C

ONFIGURATION

) 

This procedure requires two people. 
1.  Open the awning 18"-24". 
2.  Disconnect power to the awning. 
3.  Carefully push the lead rail toward the case so that the arms collapse and 

the fabric is slack. 

4.  Hold the lead rail in this position and firmly tie the elbows of the spring arms 

together.  Use a minimum 1/2" rope - do not use bungee cords.  When tying 
the rope, use a non-slip knot such as a square knot or equivalent. 

  

CAUTION

   

Failure to secure the lead rail as described will allow the spring arms to 

unexpectedly extend out possibly causing personal injury and damage to the awning. 

1.  On the LH (drive) side of the awning: 

1.1. Remove the fabric retaining screw from the 

lead rail endplate. 

1.2. 

Manual awnings:

 remove the outer end cap. 

1.3.  Remove the two cover screws. 

2.  On the RH (idler) side of the awning: 

2.1. Remove the lead rail end  
2.2. Remove the idler endcap and set aside. 
2.3. Rotate the cover back and out of the way. 

3.  Pull the roller tube out the idler end of the case while pulling the fabric from the lead rail.

  

Pull the roller tube 

straight, do not allow the roller tube to bend or twist. 

4.  Note the orientation of the old canopy then unwrap and remove from the roller tube. 
5.  Unfold the replacement fabric then slide the new fabric onto the roller tube and center. 

NOTICE

  

While the awning fabric is fairly robust, care must be taken not to snag the fabric when 

sliding into the roller tube or lead rail. 

Tip:  Lightly spraying the slots with a dry silicone lubricant will help the fabric slide into the slots without 
staining the material. 

6.  Roll the fabric onto the roller tube leaving enough material to reach between the case and the lead rail. 
7.  Slide the fabric into the lead rail and the roller tube into the case. 
8.  Align the roller tube with the motor drive and bearing or gear crank for manual awnings. 
9.  Support the roller tube and attach the RH end cap while aligning the RH end of the roller tube with the 

end cap bearing.  It is not necessary to close and attach the cover at this time. 

10. Open and close the awning to confirm that the fabric rolls and unrolls squarely.  Adjust the fabric 

position in the lead rail as required. 

11. Attach the RH lead rail end plate.  

NOTE:  

The top screw secures the fabric in the lead rail.  The screw 

should be positioned to thread into the metal of the lead rail and the edge of the polycord. 

12. Attach the fabric retaining screw into the LH lead rail end plate. 
13. Close and secure the cover.  There are two screws on each end of the awning. 
14. For manual awnings, reattach the LH outer end cap. 
15. It may be necessary to adjust the motor limits for motorized awnings.  Refer to page 2. 

RMF033

Leadrail

Endplate

Idler

Endcap

Cover

MOTORIZED

Fabric Retaining

Screw

Cover

Screws

Outer
Endcap

Cover

Screws

MANUAL

FRM007

Spring Arms

Firmly Tie Elbows Together

Summary of Contents for Freedom RM

Page 1: ...ned styling blends in with the coach sidewall The full tension canopy fabric allows the awning to be partially or fully extended for best shade coverage Each unit is equipped with lateral support arms No vertical arms interfere with coach sidewalls custom graphics or equipment that may be mounted on the sidewalls Additional Features Fully retractable and self storing Available as manual or motoriz...

Page 2: ...placement 8 Lead Rail Connector 8 Removing the Lead Rail Connector 8 Attaching the Arm to the Lead Rail 8 Replacing the Arm 9 Motor Replacement 10 Preliminary Steps All Configurations 10 Replacing the Motor Original Configuration 11 Replacing the Motor Current Configuration 12 Switch Wiring Freedom RM motorized only 13 Flipper Latch Replacement Support Legs 14 Part Number Listing 15 Part Number Se...

Page 3: ...N This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert individuals to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible personal injury or death WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious bodily injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate bodi...

Page 4: ...Minimum 10VDC Output 30 Watts Nominal Current 2 5Amps Max Current 14Amps stall min voltage Power Source Motor and controls are routed and hardwired into the vehicle s 12V system Speed 15 rpm COLORS AVAILABLE Case Satin White or Black Fabric 1 Vinyl RMF001e Awning Length Fabric Width 3 8cm 1 5 5cm 2 15 4cm 6 16 5cm 6 5 Motorized Current Configuration up to 5 meter Awning Length Fabric Width 3 8cm 1...

Page 5: ...d rail may move out from the case 1 4 1 2 This is normal and the awning is secure for travel until power is restored or repairs are completed Do not attempt to force the lead rail in with the override serious damage can occur to the awning PITCH ADJUSTMENT 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 do...

Page 6: ...orrect 3 4 Repeat the procedure until the awning extends correctly 4 If the arms do not extend completely 4 1 Retract the awning approximately 10 12 4 2 Use a 4mm Allen wrench to turn the OUT limit switch CLOCKWISE to increase the motor run time 4 3 Extend to confirm that the adjustment is correct 4 4 Repeat the procedure until the awning extends correctly IN Limit Switch 1 Retract the awning in c...

Page 7: ...ling up the awning Mildew Mildew is a fungus growth that looks like dirt Vinyl coated polyester fabrics are mildew resistant because of a chemical biocide in the vinyl coating Under ordinary conditions mildew will not appear However in areas where high temperature and humidity are common mildew can be a problem and required the material to be washed more frequently Thoroughly rinse the fabric with...

Page 8: ...oller tube and center NOTICE While the awning fabric is fairly robust care must be taken not to snag the fabric when sliding into the roller tube or lead rail Tip Lightly spraying the slots with a dry silicone lubricant will help the fabric slide into the slots without staining the material 6 Roll the fabric onto the roller tube leaving enough material to reach between the case and the lead rail 7...

Page 9: ... Remove the fabric retaining screw from the motor crown 3 Rotate the top cover back and out of the way 4 Partially pull the roller tube away from the idler plate until the idler plug is clear 5 Carefully lift the roller tube up 6 Do the following 2 steps at the same time 6 1 Pull the roller tube out the idler end of the case while pulling the fabric from the lead rail 6 2 Have a second person pull...

Page 10: ...th the motor screws removed previously Ensure that the motor is oriented with the limit switches pointed toward the access holes in the end plate 17 Align the screw holes in the end plate and attach to the awning case 18 Open and close the awning to confirm that the fabric rolls and unrolls squarely Adjust the fabric position in the lead rail as required 19 Attach the RH lead rail end plate NOTE T...

Page 11: ... awning 3 Remove the end plate from the lead rail and set aside 4 On the LH side of the lead rail 5 If installed disconnect the LED connectors on the LH side Wrap or tape the wires from the LED strip out of the way 6 On the lead rail mark the location of the pivot pin 7 Loosen the set screw in the lead rail connector 8 While firmly holding the arm slide the arm and connector from the lead rail All...

Page 12: ...y tie the arm in that position 12 If the LED Harness is routed on the replacement arm Attach a piece of wire channel to the top of each section of the arm using double sided tape If using new channel cut each piece slightly shorter than the arm extrusion 13 Lift the arm up and slide the arm and lead rail connector into the lead rail to the mark made previously 14 Tighten the M10 connector setscrew...

Page 13: ... 3 If the awning is closed Firmly brace the lead rail in the closed position A second person can hold the lead rail steady during the disassembly process CAUTION If the awning is closed when the motor and end cap screws are removed the spring arms will try to extend out possibly causing personal injury and damage to the awning Support the roller tube and allow the awning to open slowly then secure...

Page 14: ...es in the cap 8 Route the new motor wire into the vehicle and attach or if the wires were cut splice the new wires to the existing wires Match the wires Blue to Blue and Brown to Brown Push the splices into the vehicle then use a quality silicone sealant to seal the wire hole into the vehicle NOTE If splicing the wires allow enough lead wire from the motor so that the completed splices can be push...

Page 15: ...crew through the bearing and into the fabric slot The screw must be positioned to thread into the metal of the roller tube slot and the edge of the canopy polycord 11 Attach the end plate to the motor with the motor screws removed previously Ensure that the motor is oriented with the limit switches pointed toward the access holes in the end plate 12 Align the screw holes in the end plate and attac...

Page 16: ...BROWN motor wire BLUE BROWN motor wire BLUE motor wire BLACK Ground Ground SK002d 1 25 3 2cm 1 88 4 8cm ref 6 x 3 4 Screw 2 plcs 1 88 4 8cm 2 88 7 3cm ref 1 25 3 2cm Min Clearance From Mounting Face to Rear of Switch Connector Left Side Orientaion SK002a SK003f To Ground To 12VDC BLUE Motor Wire BROWN Motor Wire RED BLACK WHITE BLUE SK003e To Ground To 12VDC BLUE Motor Wire BROWN Motor Wire RED BL...

Page 17: ... other leg is at the end of the channel 9 Place the lever and tab together and secure into the channel with the large pin 10 Place the lever in the open position to relieve the spring tension Ensure that the stops are in the channel and slide the inner channel into the outer channel until the inner channel extends out the other end NOTE It will be necessary to press the spring legs in to clear the...

Page 18: ...BER LOCATION FREEDOM RM MOTORIZED 4M AND SMALLER ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION RMF501a 3 Original Configuration Identified by 5 screws in End Cap 1 2 7 5 9 8 6 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 14 20 21 19 RETR ACT EXTEND Carefree of Colorado 17 15 16 4 18 RMF021 Serial Part Located on the Inside of the Right End of Lead Rail ...

Page 19: ...e RH Black R040981 231 Lead Rail End Plate RH Satin 14 R001691 Lead Rail Guide Kit pkg of 4 15a R001655 003 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 2 44 Meter 15b R001655 001 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 2 57 3 Meter 15c R001655 002 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 3 5 Meter Up 16a R001655 103 Vertical Support Leg RH Used with 2 44 Meter 16b R001655 101 Vertical Support Leg RH Used with 2 57 3 Met...

Page 20: ...rvice Manual FREEDOM RM 052978 351r8 17 FREEDOM RM MOTORIZED 4 5M 5M ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION 8 11 13 17 18 21 20 22 RMF502 25 26 19 9 12 14 13 10 12 13 18 19 19 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 24 15 RETRACT EXTEND Carefree of Colorado 23 27 16 ...

Page 21: ...ead Rail End Plate RH White R040981 006 Lead Rail End Plate RH Black 19 R001691 Lead Rail Guide Kit pkg of 4 20 R001655 002 Vertical Support Leg LH 21 R001655 102 Vertical Support Leg RH 22 R00394 Carport Foot 23 R001657 Flipper Latch Kit Orange 24 R001690 Leg Support Kit contains 2 ea screw washer and spacer 25 R019283 005 Kit Bottom Bracket White pkg of 2 R019283 006 Kit Bottom Bracket Black pkg...

Page 22: ...M RM 052978 351r8 19 FREEDOM RM MOTORIZED CURRENT CONFIGURATION Current Configuration Identified by 1 Screw in End Cap RMF504 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 11 13 12 10 10 14 14 15 16 17 18 18 24 25 19 RETR ACT EXTEND Carefree of Colorado 22 20 21 23 23 ...

Page 23: ...005 Lead Rail End Plate LH White R041353 006 Lead Rail End Plate LH Black R041353 231 Lead Rail End Plate LH Satin 17 R041352 005 Lead Rail End Plate RH White R041352 006 Lead Rail End Plate RH Black R041352 231 Lead Rail End Plate RH Satin 18 R001691 Lead Rail Guide Kit pkg of 4 19 R001690 Leg Support Kit contains 2 ea screw washer and spacer 20a R001655 003 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 2 44...

Page 24: ...Carefree of Colorado Service Manual FREEDOM RM 052978 351r8 21 FREEDOM RM MANUAL CRANK 3 2 1 RMF501 4 8 6 10 9 7 10 11 11 12 13 14 15 15 20 18 16 17 5 19 21 22 23 ...

Page 25: ...0981 231 Lead Rail End Plate LH Satin 14 R040981 005 Lead Rail End Plate RH White R040981 006 Lead Rail End Plate RH Black R040981 231 Lead Rail End Plate RH Satin 15 R001691 Lead Rail Guide Kit pkg of 4 16 R001655 003 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 2 44 Meter R001655 001 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 2 57 3 Meter R001655 002 Vertical Support Leg LH Used with 3 5 Meter Up 17 R001655 103 Ver...

Page 26: ...lement this manual BS0001 Flat Roof 4m and less Mill Finish Awning Hardware included Bracket Mounting Hardware Installer Furnished Instruction Supplement 052570 001 BS0002 Sprinter 4m and less Mill Finish Bracket and Awning Hardware included Instruction Supplement 052570 002 BS0003 Hymer SX 2 2 Brackets 3m and less 3 3 Brackets 3 5m 4m 4 4 Brackets 4 5m 5m Mill Finish Bracket and Awning Hardware i...

Page 27: ...Carefree of Colorado Service Manual FREEDOM RM 052978 351r8 24 NOTES ...

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