Holiday 2002 NEPTUNE, Owner'S Manual

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Mildew will not form on the awning material itself, but it may form on the
dust accumulated on the canopy. A quality vinyl cleaner, such as Carefree
Awning Magic, will help keep your awning looking new. Be sure to follow the
instructions on the container.
NOTE: Allow the awning material to thoroughly dry before
rolling the awning up. Metal surfaces should be cleaned
with soapy water and thoroughly rinsed.
Care of Awning Acrylic Fabric:
The acrylic fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as
dirt, leaves, etc., are allowed to accumulate on, and become embedded in, the
fabric. The fabric can be cleaned without being removed from the awning.
Simply brush off any loose dirt, leaves, etc. Hose down and clean with a cloth
and mild soap.
Do not use detergents. Allow to air dry, preferably on a warm
sunny day. Should you have to retract the awning when the fabric is wet, it
should be extended at the first opportunity to finish air drying.
Avoid leaving the awning partially extended during rainy conditions. The
awning is at the strongest setting when the awning is fully extended.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
• Washing: 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 hose. This process can be made easier with
awning maintenance products. Saturate the fabric with the solution and
leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash both sides of the awning using an
awning brush. If necessary, reapply the solution to keep fabric saturated.
Rinse the awning thoroughly. Repeat, if necessary, until most of the stains
disappear.
• Water Leaks: If leaking occurs after washing, it generally results from
insufficient rinsing. If water drips through the needle holes in the
stitching use a commercial seam sealer which 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.
It is normal for slight leakage to occur through the fabric where water is
allowed to accumulate or pocket on the fabric. See “Storm Precautions” for
information on the awning settings for proper water drainage. Sometimes soap
or chemical residue, such as from active agents in insect fog or sprays, 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 repeating the washing and thoroughly rinsing, please contact
Carefree Awning Magic concerning further maintenance.
Awning Care &
Maintenance