Carefree of Colorado
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I
NTRODUCTION
From it's beginning in the early 70's, Carefree of Colorado has emerged as the
premier manufacturer of quality awnings and accessories for Recreational
Vehicles (RVs). Our full line of products can provide the accessories that match
your life style; no matter what type of RV you own. Check with your dealer to
discover the products that can make your life more Carefree.
The Mirage Patio Awning offers the coach owner an awning system that provides
as much or as little shade as required. The canopies are housed in an aluminum
case that easily blends in with the coach side wall. The canopy is made from
woven acrylic fabric.
Each unit is equipped with Mirage lateral support arms that are the strongest available
on the market. No vertical arms interfere with coach sidewalls or equipment that may
be mounted on the sidewalls or sidewall graphics. These arms can also be adjusted to
vary the canopy pitch up to 2 feet (it is strongly recommended that service and
adjustments be performed by trained technicians).
The unique and innovative 110V electronic control system provides Carefree’s
Direct
Response
system with interior pushbutton controls for standard extend/retract functions.
At the master control panel the auto-retract system sensitivity can be set to respond to a
variety of wind speed conditions. An RF remote is included as standard.
O
PERATION
The
Direct Response
system provides a wide range of awning controls with control
panel operation in one convenient location. The standard operation is straight-forward
with the buttons clearly labeled. Sensitivity control is described on page 5.
Operational Notes:
Ignition Lockout Sensors:
If the optional Carefree EL ignition lockout is installed the system will disable the
extend function while the vehicle ignition key is in the ON position.
Special order RTL ignition lockouts will fully retract the awning and disable the
extend function when the vehicle ignition key is in the ON position.
Functions will return to normal operation when the ignition key is turned OFF.
Coach manufacturers may install their own lockout design. Refer to the coach
literature for AC power for accessories.
Awning Motor
The awning motor is equipped with a thermal protection circuit to protect the
motor from overheating. Operating the awning repeatedly over a short time
period may cause the circuit to sense a overheat condition and shut off the motor.
If this occurs, wait approximately 15 minutes to allow the motor to cool then
operate the awning in normal fashion.
