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Care and Maintenance of your Awning
WARNING
: Any permanent wiring of the awning must be performed by a licensed electrician
per your local electrical codes. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
The motor is supplied by Dooya Inc., the recognized world leader in specialized electric tubular
motors for awnings and sunshades. This 110-volt motor is UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and CSA
(Canadian Standards Association) approved. This motor features the manual override option that
allows you the safety and convenience of manual operation during electrical failures.
The electric motor is equipped with an automatic overheat protection shutoff system. If you run your
awning several times continuously, the motor will stop its operation. It will resume normal operation
after 15 minutes of cooling down.
PROTECTING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR FROM WATER DAMAGE
To prevent water from entering the head of the motor, it is
recommended that a drip loop be formed as shown in figure 31.
Notice that the bottom of the loop is lower than the cord’s entry
point to the motor. Rain water gaining access into the roll tube
could damage the internal components of the motor.
Figure 31
PROTECTING THE GFI ELECTRICAL OUTLET FROM
WATER DAMAGE WHEN MOTOR POWER CORD IS
PLUGGED IN
To prevent water from entering the outlet it is recommended that a
drip loop be formed at the end of the power cord as shown in figure 32. Additionally, it is
recommended that an “In-Use Weatherproof Cover” is installed over the outlet. Covers are
available at most local hardware stores.
PREPARING YOUR AWNING FOR THE OFF SEASON
Unplugging the motor power cord from your wall outlet and covering the
plug may prevent rain and moisture from entering the outlet which could
interfere with proper motor function in the Spring. Before rolling up your
awning for the last time of the season, it may be beneficial to ensure the
fabric is clean and dry which will prevent mildew from
forming over the winter.
Figure 32
CHANGING THE BATTERY ON YOUR REMOTE TRANSMITTER
Please note that you might have to replace the battery after 1 year, or if the remote transmitter
stops working. You should find this type of battery in any local hardware store. To replace the
battery, simply remove the back of the remote transmitter replace the old battery and reinstall the
back cover. Be sure to note the orientation of the old battery as you remove it.
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