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Solera
®
Universal Hardware
Power Awning to
Solera 12V Power Awning
(For Aftermarket Application)
CCD-0001282
18.
Drill out the rivets securing the end cap to the roll tube.
19.
Completely detach the idler end cap and spring
assembly from the roll tube.
20.
Unroll the fabric. Still working on the idler side of the
roll tube, slide the fabric towards the drive side of the roll
tube so it is well out of way.
21.
Using the tape provided, align one edge of the tape
with the edge of the roll tube and wrap the tape around
the roll tube.
NOTE:
This provides the guideline for cutting the
roll tube.
22.
Using a chop saw, cut the roll tube along the edge of the
tape applied in the previous step.
NOTE:
Sharp edges and/or burrs
MUST
be filed down.
23.
Secure both drive and idler Solera end caps to the roll tube
with the provided rivets.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to drill out the previous holes in
order to accommodate the larger-sized rivets.
24.
Center the fabric on the roll tube and secure each end
by installing the provided
1/4
” pan head screw through the
polycord into the roll tube.
25.
Re-roll the fabric after it is centered and cut off the extra
polycord.
26.
Insert the shaft of the Solera idler head assembly into the
end cap. Align the holes and secure with the provided #8 - 32
x
1/2
” wax screw.
27.
Insert the shaft of the Solera drive head assembly into the
end cap. Align the holes and secure with the provided #8 - 32
x
1/2
” wax screw.
NOTE:
Keep the head of the wax screw
1/8
” from fastened to
avoid compromising the structural integrity of the wax screw.
THE SPRING IS UNDER EXTREME TENSION. IMPROPER
HANDLING COULD CAUSE DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
8.
For both the drive and idler side support arm
assemblies, secure the outer arm to the mount arm using
the nylon ties provided.
IF NOT PROPERLY SECURED, THE SUPPORT ARMS
CAN KICK OUT DUE TO PRESSURE FROM THE GAS
STRUT, WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
9.
With additional assistants holding the support arm
assemblies, remove the upper fasteners from both the
drive and idler mount arms. Pull the nylon ties tight.
10.
Carefully slide the entire awning assembly along the
awning rail until the polycord clears the channel.
11.
Place the awning assembly on a clean, level surface
that is free of any debris that might scratch or damage the
roll tube or fabric.
12.
On the idler support arm assembly, insert a cotter pin
into the end cap to lock the spring head in place.
13.
On the drive support arm assembly, drill out the rivets
securing the end cap to the roll tube.
14.
Completely detach the support arm assembly and
internal motor from the roll tube.
NOTE:
When determining the drive head assembly from
the idler head assembly, the drive head assembly will
have a plug for override purposes while the idler head
assembly will not.
15.
Using a
7/16
” socket, remove the bolt securing the idler
head to the support arm assembly and detach the head
from the support arm assembly.
16.
With a firm grip on the roll tube and the idler head
firmly secured with locking pliers, remove the cotter pin
from the end cap.
NOTE:
Padding the locking pliers will prevent the scratching
of components.
17.
Carefully release the tension by slowly unwinding the
spring head.