Holiday Savoy LX 2006, Manual

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Savoy SL & LX 5th Wheel & Travel Trailer 2006 Equipment — Section 5 • 99
Securing the Awning For Travel: (Before traveling check the following)
1. The awning is fully retracted against the side of the recreational vehicle.
2. The black locking knobs are tightened.
3. The storage locks are down and in the locked position.
4. The brake control is in the full down (locked) position and no red warning is showing.
5. The bottom of the front and rear arms are latched properly into the bottom brackets.
6. The catch rod is stored away.
Care & 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. Wash both sides of the awning using a
quality vinyl cleaner solution and an awning brush. (Washing the awning can be made easier with use of awning
maintenance products.) Saturate the fabric with the cleaning solution and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. If
necessary, reapply the solution to keep the fabric saturated. Rinse the awning thoroughly. Repeat if necessary until
most of the stains disappear.
NOTE:
Allow awning material to totally dry before rolling the awning. Clean metal surfaces with
soapy water and thoroughly rinse.
Water Leaks: If leakage occurs after washing the awning it is a result of insufficient rinsing. If water drips
through needle holes in the stitching use a commercial seam sealer, available in most canvas and recreational
vehicle supply stores. Paraffin wax may be applied to the top of the seams. As the awning ages 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.
Storm Precautions:
The warranty does not cover damage caused by acts of nature; therefore, take steps to
prevent damage from wind, rain or storms. If leaving or retiring for the night, close the awning. If closing the
awning is not possible at the time, lower both ends as far as possible to create a sufficient slope for water run-off.
One end may be lowered to sufficiently divert the water if the awning is being monitored for possible water build-
up.
CAUTION:
Water can quickly accumulate on the canvas during storm activity and damage the awning
or recreational vehicle. Storm related damage is not covered under warranty.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the slide-out in the extended position during severe weather. Conditions such as
high winds or heavy rain may cause damage to an extended slide-out.
NOTE:
It is not recommended to extend the slide room in snow, sleet, ice or freezing rain. There
may be extensive damage resulting from the awning freezing. In the event the slide-out
room is extended in snow, sleet, ice or freezing rain conditions it is recommended to clear the
awning and ensure free movement prior to retracting the slide room.