Monaco SIGNATURE 2001 series, Owner'S Manual

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Rafter Arm Operation:
For proper rafter arm operation the ratchet stud must be
correctly installed. The ratchet stud screws into the tube
using a 7/16” wrench and the flat side of the stud should
face the end of the rafter tube. The off center pin can be
pushed up or down using pliers, so the cap (and the pin
that’s attached to it) can be repositioned. On the contour
style hardware the ratchet stud should release easily from
the counter sunk stop hole at the top of the bar when open-
ing the awning.
NOTE: The claw opening should face away from
the motorhome on the Universal Style hardware
and toward the motorhome on the Contour Style
hardware.
Fabric Care:
The durable fabric of your Zip Dee awning is made of acrylic fibers which
cannot rot or mildew. Should you have to retract the awning when the fabric is
wet, it should be extended at the first opportunity, to finish air drying.
The acrylic fiber of the awning is a synthetic and cannot support mildew or
other plant growth. However, mildew can find a home on any pollen, grain, dust,
plant spores or other airborne plant materials that can accumulate on the awning.
If mildew forms on any of these elements, it can leave a stain which can be
unsightly and difficult to remove, even though it will not weaken the fabric itself.
To minimize the chance of staining, keep your awning as clean and dry as possi-
ble by hosing it down frequently between seasonal washings.
Any fabric can be punctured or torn by sharp edges that scrape or rub against
it. If this kind of contact occurs, be sure to install a Zip Dee door roller at the top
outer corner of the door to prevent awning damage. Rollers are inexpensive and
will not be noticed on the door.
Washing:
On a monthly basis, loosen hardened dirt and dust with a dry, medium bristle
brush, then thoroughly rinse both the top and bottom with a hose. Wash both
sides of the awning with solution while scrubbing with an awning brush. Saturate
the fabric and leave the solution on for 15-20 minutes. (Keep fabric saturated by
reapplying the solution as needed). Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary until
most of the stains disappear.
Water Leaks:
If leaking occurs after washing, it usually results from insufficient rinsing. If
water drips through the needle holes in the stitching, you can use a commercial
seam sealer available in canvas and trailer supply stores. You may also apply
paraffin wax to the top of the seams. However, as the awning “weathers”, these
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