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Introduction .................................................................................................... 2

 

Warnings and Cautions ................................................................................. 3

 

Quick Start ..................................................................................................... 3

 

Table of Contents .......................................................................................... 4

 

Operation ............................................................................................................... 5

 

Basic Controls ............................................................................................... 6

 

Using the Remote Control ............................................................................. 7

 

Remote Transmitter Battery ................................................................ 8

 

Programming the RF Receiver for a Remote ...................................... 8

 

The Auto-Retract System .............................................................................. 9

 

Awning Position and Rain............................................................................ 10

 

Manual Override ..........................................................................................  10

 

Awning Care ........................................................................................................ 11

 

Fabric Care .................................................................................................. 11

 

Mildew ............................................................................................... 11

 

Pooling .............................................................................................. 11

 

Arm Care ..................................................................................................... 11

 

Arm Noise .......................................................................................... 12

 

Carefree Major Product Limited Warranty ......................................................... 14

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for PARAMOUNT

Page 1: ...nformation detailed operating instructions common maintenance procedures and other useful information Side Out Position Carefree Window Position Carefree Patio Position Carefree To ensure a long life for your awning do not leave your awning extended while unattended or when wind or rain is expected Do not rely on wind sensors to protect your awning against damage ...

Page 2: ...oach sidewalls or equipment that may be mounted on the roof The canopy is made from acrylic fabric The canopies are housed in an aluminum case that easily blends in with the coach roof The unique and innovative 110V electronic control system provides Carefree s Direct Response system with interior pushbutton controls for standard extend retract functions The auto retract system engages to automati...

Page 3: ...tem 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 warni...

Page 4: ...eration 5 Basic Controls 6 Using the Remote Control 7 Remote Transmitter Battery 8 Programming the RF Receiver for a Remote 8 The Auto Retract System 9 Awning Position and Rain 10 Manual Override 10 Awning Care 11 Fabric Care 11 Mildew 11 Pooling 11 Arm Care 11 Arm Noise 12 Carefree Major Product Limited Warranty 14 ...

Page 5: ...ons continue until the awning is extended or retracted to the desired position It is not necessary to hold the button while the function is active NOTE 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 s and disable the extend fu...

Page 6: ...wer On Off Individual Awning Position Control Direct Response Sensitivity Settings Power On Off Individual Awning Position Control Direct Response Sensitivity Settings Power On Off Motion Sensor Low High Stop Low 1 Power On Off Motion Sensor High Stop 2 1 2 Power On Off Motion Sensor Low High Stop 3 4 Stop All LED Indicator Stop All LED Indicator Stop All LED Indicator ...

Page 7: ... The awning will extend or retract to the factory set position to provide window shade Patio Press and release The awning fully extends to the patio position Operational Notes When AC power is disconnected the system remembers the last settings for POWER on off and sensitivity i e low If the AC power source is disrupted while the awning is moving the awning will stop When power is restored extend ...

Page 8: ...ransmitter signal the system will perform the operation of the button pressed Example Pressing an Extend button during the learning phase will cause the awning to extend when the receiver learns the signal Use caution to avoid unexpected movement by the awning 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional remote OPERATIONAL NOTES Transmitter and receiver operate on a frequency of 433MHz The receiver ...

Page 9: ... The first stage is described above and applies when the awning is extended past the slide out position The awning will retract and stop at the slide out cover position to provide continued protection for the slide out room When in the slide out cover position the awning is very robust The auto retract system is active but uses a higher factory preset threshold value for extreme weather conditions...

Page 10: ...ehicle If wind or extended periods of rain are expected retract the awning to the Slide Out Cover position or to the fully closed position if the room is retracted MANUAL OVERRIDE If 110V power is not available to the coach the Paramount awning can still be safely retracted using the manual override 1 The bypass is located inside the case near the end cap To access remove the large rubber plug on ...

Page 11: ...ore than 100 F Air dry only Never apply heat to the fabric Always allow the fabric to dry thoroughly before rolling up the awning MILDEW Mildew is a fungus growth that looks like dirt 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 fab...

Page 12: ... together slightly making a squeaking or squealing noise this is normal and not a reason for concern To reduce the sound apply a few drops of light oil 3 in 1 or equivalent on the knuckle joint seams Allow some time for the oil to penetrate into the joint Joint Seam Light Oil Paramount023 ...

Page 13: ...PARAMOUNT 13 NOTES ...

Page 14: ...ent with new or factory refurbished components OWNER MUST RETAIN THE ORIGINAL PROOF OF PURCHASE AND OR HAVE THE PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION ON FILE AT CAREFREE FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE For Warranty Duration Warranty Coverage and Exclusions Warranty Terms of Coverage and Warranty Claim Procedures Refer to publication Carefree Major Product Limited Warranty available o...

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Page 16: ...052548 201r5 Printed in USA April 2017 Carefree of Colorado 2145 W 6 th Avenue Broomfield CO 80020 a Scott Fetzer company ...

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