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8.2.3
Extend or open the awning two revolu-
tions of the FRTA. This will allow for re-
moval of top brackets and the FTRA.
8.2.4
Pin the left hand torsion. See Section 8.3.
8.2.5
Disconnect the wire harness at the plug
by the lower mounting bracket of the right
arm assembly. In some installations the
harness may be run through a hole in the
side wall of the coach. If the hole is sealed,
use a screw driver to dig out the sealant.
Be careful not to damage wires, wall, or
the harness assembly out of the coach.
Note: In some installations the wind sensor wire is routed
behind the right arm assembly. Be careful not to damage.
8.3 Left Hand Torsion Removal
Severe injury can result from the rapid spin-
of of the top casting. NEVER use bare hands
to handle a top casting under spring tension.
Wire Tie 8”
Below Top
Bracket
FIG. 8.2.6
Top Bracket
Front Channel
Cover
Bottom Bracket
Wire Tie 8”
Above Front
Channel Cover
Use extreme care. Springs under tension are
dangerous. If not controlled they will unwind
quickly. Keep hands and clothing clear of top
casting, as personal injury may result.
Arms under tension from the gas strut are
dangerous. Use extreme care. If not con-
trolled the arms will extend quickly. Keep
hands and clothing clear of awning arms, as
personal injury may result.
8.2.6
The next two steps require three people.
Loosen the lag bolts holding the top and
bottom mounting brackets to the coach.
Push the arm assemblies closed and wrap
two heavy nylon wire ties around each arm
assembly to prevent them from extend-
ing during removal of the FRTA. One
should be 8 inches above the front chan-
nel cover, and the other 8 inches below
the top mounting bracket. Do both arm
assemblies. See FIG. 8.2.6.
Note: Bottom brackets and back channel may be riveted.
8.2.7 While lifting the arm assemblies to sup-
port the FRTA, remove the lag bolts hold-
ing the top and bottom mounting brack-
ets to the side wall of the coach. Slowly
walk the awning fabric out of the awning
rail.
8.2.8 Lay the FRTA on a large clean work area
to prevent damage.
8.2.9 Before removing the arm assemblies, you
must read and understand Sections 8.3
and 8.4.
Note: If the awning is installed on a coach, complete the
following steps on a step ladder with the FRTA extended
two turns from the awning rail.
8.3.1 Before the left arm assembly is removed
the torsion must be pinned to prevent un-
controlled unwinding of the spring.
8.3.2. Turn top casting or FRTA until the pin is
parallel with the two slots in the end cap.
See FIG. 8.3.2.
8.3.3 To pin the left hand torsion insert a 7/64"
x 2-3/4" cotter pin through the end cap
and torsion rod. Put a piece of tape over
the head of the cotter pin to prevent it from
dropping out. See FIG. 8.3.2.
FIG. 8.3.2
Turn FRTA Or Top Casting To
Align Slots In End Cap With Pin
Pin
Slots In
End Cap
Cotter Pin
Insert Cotter Pin All The
Way Through End Cap
And Hole In Torsion Rod
Left Hand Torsion Shown
Note: Do step 8.3.4 if FRTA is installed on coach. If not
installed on coach proceed to step 8.3.5.
8.3.4 Insert a wood block, between front and
back channel to space the FRTA 2 - 3
inches from the coach. Push arm assem-
bly closed. Wrap a nylon wire tie around
arm to keep it from extending.
