Monaco 2009 Knight, Owner'S Manual

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2009
K
night
Equipment - 5
Patio Awning
The awning operates on 12 Volt DC by the
push of a button. The awning requires 10’ of
lateral side clearance.
To Operate:
Turn the ignition switch
OFF.
Check for sufficient
clearance before
extending the awning.
Chassis battery
disconnect switch must be ON.
Turn the Awning Power On/Off button
to ON .
Push and hold the Extend/Retract
button to extend the awning. Release
the button at any time for partial
extension.
Push the Extend/Retract button and
hold to retract awning.
External Control Switch:
An external control switch is located at the
bottom of the front outside arm.
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To Operate:
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Check for sufficient clearance before
extending the awning.
Chassis battery disconnect switch must
be ON.
Turn the Awning Power On/Off button
to ON.
Push and hold the external control
switch to extend and retract the
awning. Release the button at any time
for partial extension.
If the awning fails to operate:
Ensure ignition is off.
Check power at 15 Amp circuit breaker
in front electrical panel in roadside
front compartment.
INFORMATION
See 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.
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Carefree Awnings:
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 Awnings - 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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