Holiday Admiral 2016, Manual

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CAUTION
At least five feet of clearance is needed
between the side of the motorhome
and any objects, such as trees or
fences, to allow the slideout room and
slideout awning to fully extend.
Rain Water
Rain water can pool on the slide-out awning.
The added weight will cause the awning to
sag. Upon retracting the room, material can
become caught in between the top of slide
room and the opening in the motorhome. It
will be necessary to retract the room in small
increments and allow the water time to run off.
Patio Awning - Electric
The Travel’r awning
operates on 12 Volt DC.
The awning requires 10' of
lateral side clearance.
To Operate:
Turn the ignition switch
z
off.
Check for sufficient
z
clearance before
extending the awning.
Battery disconnect is on.
z
Push and hold the awning switch to
z
Out. Release the switch at any time to
stop movement.
Push and hold the awning switch to
z
In to retract the awning. Release the
switch at any time to stop movement
If the awning fails to operate:
Ensure ignition is off.
z
Check the 15 amp circuit breaker in the
z
front distribution panel.
INFORMATION:
See the awning OEM manual for
detailed operation instructions.
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 .
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