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Equipment
SECTION SIX
AWNING CARE & CLEANING
On a monthly basis, loosen hardened dirt and remove
dust from the awning with a dry, medium bristle
brush . Thoroughly rinse both the top and bottom with
a garden hose . A high-quality fabric cleaner may be
used to help maintain appearance . Carefully follow
the instructions on cleaning products . Metal surfaces
should be cleaned with soapy water and thoroughly
rinsed . Allow the awning to thoroughly air dry while
extended . Awning maintenance products can be found
at RV supply stores .
Carefree Awning:
Acrylic Awnings:
Wash both sides of the awning with
a mild soap (i .e . dish soap) and lukewarm water . Do
not use detergents . If necessary, reapply the solution
to keep fabric saturated . Rinse the awning thoroughly .
Repeat, if necessary, until most of the stains disappear .
Contact Carefree of Colorado for removal of stubborn
stains .
Polyweave and Vinyl Awning:
Mildew will not form on
the awning material itself, but may form on the dust
accumulated on the canopy . A quality vinyl cleaner,
such as
Carefree Awning Magic,
will help keep the
awning looking new . A mild soap (i .e . dish soap) and
lukewarm water solution can be used . Do not use
detergents . Be sure to follow the instructions on the
container .
Leaks:
It is normal for slight leakage to occur through the
fabric where water is allowed to accumulate . If water
drips through the needle holes in the stitching, use a
commercial seam sealer that is available in canvas and
trailer supply stores . Paraffin wax may also be applied
to the top of the seams . As the awning “weathers”
these holes will normally seal themselves .
Soap or chemical residue can “wet” the fabric so
that it appears unable to repel water . Rinse the fabric
thoroughly and test to see if it is water repellent after it
dries . If leakage continues after washing and thoroughly
rinsing, please contact
Carefree of Colorado
.
STORM PRECAUTIONS
The warranty does not cover damage caused by acts
of nature; therefore, steps should be taken to prevent
damage from occurring due to wind, rain or storms .
Retract the awning in inclement weather conditions or
when leaving the motorhome unattended . Should the
awning need to be retracted while the fabric is wet,
extend as soon as possible to allow complete drying .
LEVELING SYSTEM (POWERGEAR)
The leveling system is used to stabilize the motorhome
when parked . A leveling control panel operates the
leveling system . The leveling system hydraulic pump
also operates the front roadside and curbside (if
applicable) slideout rooms .
INFORMATION:
Water weighs 8 .33 pounds per gallon . The awning
was not designed to withstand the 500 to 700
pounds of water that could accumulate on the
canvas .
CAUTION:
Do not use a single jack to level the motorhome .
Ensure all jacks are in contact with the surface
when leveling . Using a single jack to level can apply
excess torsion twist to the chassis frame . Damage
to the motorhome and related components can
result .
CAUTION:
Do not use the leveling system to elevate any
wheel position . Do not use the leveling system to
change tires .
WARNING:
Do not access the underside of the motorhome
when the leveling system is turned on or operating .
Serious personal injury or death can occur .
NOTE:
All units are equipped with a standard patio awning
switch . Some units have additional controls at the
multiplex touchscreen .
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