Carefree of Colorado
Service
Manual
F
REEDOM
WM
052563-301r5
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M
OTOR
R
EPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect power to the awning.
2. If the awning is extended: Carefully push the lead rail toward the case
so that the arms collapse. While holding the lead rail in this position,
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.
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
Failure to secure the lead rail as described will allow the spring arms to
extend out suddenly possibly causing personal injury and damage to the awning.
R
EMOVE
O
LD
M
OTOR
Fabric Slot
Retaining Screw
Motor
Inner Endcap
Motor Wire
Plug
Outer Endcap
Disconnect
Motor Wires
Motor
Screws
Endcap
Screws
(x3)
Spacer
Inside View
Inner Endcap
Spacer
Cut Wire 2" From
Motor and Remove
From Endcap
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1. Remove the two (2) screws holding the outer end cap. Set the cap and screws aside.
2. Remove the three (3) screws and spacer holding the inner end cap to the case. Remove the two (2) motor
screws.
CAUTION
If the awning is closed when the inner end cap is detached, the spring arms will
try to open. Continue to hold the lead rail closed.
3. Carefully pull the inner end cap away from the case.
4. Cut the motor wire approximately 2" from the motor and remove the wire from the end cap. . Set the end cap
aside.
5. Remove the fabric retaining screw.
6. Pull the motor out of the roller tube and set aside.
CAUTION
If the awning is closed when the motor is removed, the spring arms will try to
open. Support the roller tube and allow the awning to open slowly then secure the arms by tying the
elbows together as described previously.
Marquee012
Spring Arms
Firmly Tie
Elbows Together
