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895300(X).400# Residential Patio Awning Installation Instructions
f. Keep a tight hold onto the crank while the cot-
ter pin is pulled out of the end cap.
g. Slowly unwind spring tension by allowing the
spring to unwind counter clockwise. Torsion
will want to unwind by itself. Caution should
be taken to prevent rapid unwind.
h. Once spring is free, position of top casting
should be noted for starting position.
i. Slowly wind the spring tension clockwise
eight (8) complete turns.
j. Reinsert cotter pin through end cap and tor-
sion rod. See FIG. 13.
k. Remove crank from top casting in arm as-
sembly.
l. Reinsert top casting into arm assembly.
m. Replace hex head 1/4-20 x 3/4” screw that
attaches arm assembly to top casting.
n. Remove nylon tie and wood block.
o. Remove cotter key before attempting to oper-
ate awning.
p. Cycle the awning again and verify awning
stops extending when switch is released.
