WeatherPro Awning User’s Guide
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There are two methods of rolling up the awning if it ap-
pears there is no power to the awning motor. The follow-
ing method should be performed first:
A. When the WeatherPro hardware is in the open posi-
tion and the 12 VDC power has been lost the aw-
ning can be closed by supplying auxiliary power to
the hardware. Connect the awning motor to an ex-
ternal 12 VDC power source via user-supplied wire
(16 gauge minimum). A good external 12 VDC power
source would be an automobile battery.
1. Locate and unplug the motor and hardware cable
connection located in the upper part of the right
hand arm.
2. Connect the user-supplied wire leads to the ter-
minals in the connector from the motor. Electrical
tape may be required to keep the wire leads in
place. (Do not connect to the one in the hard-
ware.)
3. Connect the other end to a 12 VDC battery
source. The red wire goes to + and the black to –.
If there is not a problem with the awning motor,
this will retract the awning. To avoid motor dam-
age disconnect battery source immediately after
awning is fully retracted.
4. The awning can be extended by reversing the
polarity. Place the red wire on the –and the black
wire on the +. Again, remove wires immediately
after awning is fully extended.
B. If the awning will not retract after performing the
steps listed above, perform the following steps:
1. Slide the pull strap (provided) into the utility slot of
the FRTA.
2. While one person is holding onto the pull strap,
remove the screw in the top of the right side top
casting. The FRTA will immediately roll in once
the bolt is removed. Walk the awning to the closed
position.
3. Align hole where screw was removed and replace
screw into top casting to secure awning. Awning
should be tied to prevent opening until it can be
serviced by a Dometic Service Center.
Screw must be re-installed to prevent awning
from opening during travel. Have awning
serviced by a Dometic Service Center or a
qualified service technician before attempt
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ing to open awning after this procedure has
been performed.
WeatherPro Helpful Hints:
• Whenever the awning is wet while rolled up, soon as
conditions allow, roll it out and let it dry before rolling
it up again. This will help prevent the formation of mil-
dew and add greatly to the life of the awning.
• Mildew does not form on the fabric itself, but on the
accumulated dust, dirt and grime. Periodically clean
vinyl or woven acrylic fabric using a mixture of
1/4 cup
of dish soap and 1/4 cup of bleach mixed with 5 gal-
lons of warm water
. Liberally slosh the mixture on the
top of the fabric and roll the awning up for 5 minutes.
This will apply the mixture to the bottom of the fabric
as well. Roll it back out and hose off with fresh water.
Repeat if necessary. Allow to dry before rolling up.
•
Always make sure the awning is fully extended before
opening the entry door.
When To Get More Help:
This User’s Guide is intended to provide practical instruc-
tion for the sequential operation of the WeatherPro Patio
Awning. If malfunctions occur that cannot be corrected by
reviewing this Guide, contact a Dometic Service Center or
a qualified service technician for assistance.