Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004, Owner'S Manual

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EQUIPMENT
DIPLOMAT 2004
To Extend the Patio Awning:
1. Locate the awning pull rod.
2. Locate the loop of the pull strap and hook it with the
awning pull rod. Draw the awning away from the
motorhome to the desired extension.
WARNING: Always use the pull strap for
extending and retracting awning. Never
retract awning while holding onto the awning
arm. Hands or fingers caught between the
awning arm channel and brace channel
during awning retraction may result in
serious injury.
3. Slide the inner bracing rafters to the top of each
arm ensuring the bracing is locked in place.
Tighten the black locking knob.
NOTE: Ensure the locking tab on the
support brace is latched through in the
hole in the end cap.
4. If equipped with Canopy Clamps, fasten the clamps
at this time.
5. Using the arm extension lock handle, the awning can be
hoisted upwards for additional clearance. Grasp upper
arm with one hand and lift slightly upward. While lift-
ing upward, push in on the release lever located on the
lower portion of the upper arm. Lift front of awning to
the desired height. Support the weight of the awning
with one hand while relaxing release lever and allow
the engaging pin to set into a hole in the lower arm.
Go to the other awning arm and do the same. Ensure
the awning is straight.
6. Slide the center pull strap to one end of the awning
and store it by wrapping the strap around the
awning leg.
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