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Power Case/Cassette Awning Maintenance
• Do
not
allow the corner of the entry door to contact
the awning fabric. Premature wear or tearing of the
awning fabric could occur.
•
Never
close the awning for storage when wet. The
combination of moisture and dirt could result in
mildew, discoloration, and stains. If it is necessary to
roll up the awning temporarily while wet, make sure
to roll it out and let it dry (as soon as conditions allow)
before rolling it up again.
• Do
not
allow dirt, leaves, or other debris to
accumulate on the awning. This could cause
abrasions, or mildew may grow on the organic debris
and cause permanent discoloration, stains, and odors
on the awning fabric.
• Do
not
use strong chemicals or abrasives to clean
the awning parts as their protective surfaces can be
damaged. Do
not
use abrasive or corrosive cleaners,
mildew removers, or hard bristle brushes on the
awning fabric.
• Remove any cleaning solution completely from the
awning fabric. Bleach will degrade the awning fabric
if
not
completely rinsed off.
The maintenance and cleaning instructions provided in
this section should be performed at regular intervals,
or as needed, depending on the use of the product.
Failure to properly maintain the product may void the
warranty and could result in unsafe operation. Preventive
maintenance is not covered under the warranty.
4.1 Maintaining the Hardware
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Lubricating the Movable Awning Parts
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LH End Cap
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Silicone Lubricant
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RH End Cap
Spray silicone lubricant on the moving parts of the awning.
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Lubricating the Shoulder Assembly Joints
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Shoulder Assembly
Joint
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Silicone Lubricant
Spray silicone lubricant at the joints of the shoulder
assemblies.
4.2 Maintaining the Awning Fabric
Wrinkling is a normal characteristic of a vinyl awning. To
minimize wrinkling, leave the awning open during warm
weather. If a slight “travel line” appears where the door
roller (if installed) contacts the fabric, the integrity of the
fabric will not be affected.
4.2.1 Cleaning the Awning Fabric
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Cleaning the Awning Fabric
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Awning Fabric
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Cleaning Solution
1. Mix a cleaning solution of 1/4 cup dish soap and 1/4
cup bleach with five gallons of fresh water.
2. Open the awning.
3. Apply the cleaning solution.
4. Close the awning for five minutes, then open the
awning.
