Carefree PARAMOUNT, Owner'S Manual

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P
ARAMOUNT
3
W
ARNINGS AND
C
AUTIONS
NOTICE
Awnings are designed to provide shade and protection from the
sun. The effects of wind and rain on an awning are unpredictable and can cause
severe damage to the awning and/or the vehicle. If wind or extended periods of
rain are expected, roll up the awning.
NOTICE
It is recommended that if leaving the RV unattended for a
length of time, retract the awning to avoid unexpected climate conditions.
WARNING
Keep all sources of heat and flame away from the
awning canopy. Fabric is not fire-proof and can burn if left in contact with
any flame or heat source.
NOTICE
The Carefree Direct Response System is a premier electronic auto-
retract system that provides protection against adverse elements; but no auto-
retract system is a guarantee against severe or destructive weather; the effects
of wind and rain on an awning are unpredictable and may cause severe damage
to the awning and/or vehicle. If wind or extended periods of rain are expected,
roll up the awning.
I
MPORTANT
N
OTE
:
The auto-retract system is ON when the power is ON. The system
is OFF when the power switch is set to OFF. If the power is shut off while the awning is
extended, the awning is not protected by the auto-retract system.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
California’s Proposition 65 requires this warning to be given to customers in the
state of California.
Q
UICK
S
TART
To Open the Awning:

Press the power button ON. When power is on, the Direct Response system
is active and the manual controls are active. When power is OFF, all
functions are disabled.

Press and release the extend button. The awning will open completely. To
interrupt the awning retraction, press the stop button. The awning will stop.
To Close the Awning:

Press and release the retract button. The awning will close completely. To
interrupt the awning retraction, press the stop button. The awning will stop.

When the awning is in the retracted (rolled up) position, press the power
button OFF to avoid accidentally extending the awning.
Refer to "Basic Controls" on page 6 for Direct Response settings, operating multiple
awning configurations and other operation and safety information.