INSTALLATION - OPERATION - CLEANING — FA SERIES
FOLDING ARM AWNING
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CLEANING:
The frame and the fabric are subjected to dirt and pollution and should be cleaned at least once a
year in order to retain their high finish. This is particularly important in more exposed installations, e.g.
environments near the sea. Use a soft cloth, tepid water and a mild cleaner. Do not use a high-pressure
washer as it can damage the awning fabric and any electrical equipment, etc. For a detailed description of
cleaning the fabric, please refer to its usage instructions.
REMOVAL OF THE AWNING'S VALANCE:
The valance is the most exposed part of the awning. To increase the valance's lifespan it can be stored
indoors during the winter months. First loosen the front profile's left or right end cover. Then loosen the
valance's fabric lock. Move the valance to the side so that it slides out from the front profile. Put back the end
cover and store the valance indoors.
CHANGING THE AWNING FABRIC:
Before changing the awning fabric, it is recommended to contact the company from which the awning
was purchased to arrange an inspection of the frame. This company can provide more information about
changing the fabric and also provide advice in case some other component may need to be replaced in order
for the awning to maintain its finish and function.
WARNING - ALWAYS ALLOW A PROFESSIONAL TO ADJUST THE FOLDING ARMS:
An awning has very powerful springs inside the arm's aluminium profiles. If the arm is loosened without first
being secured, it can cause serious personal injury and in the worst case death. The arms must therefore
always be adjusted by a professional.
WARNING - ALWAYS ALLOW A PROFESSIONAL TO LOOSEN THE AWNING'S END COVER:
The awning's end cover may need to be loosened when changing gears, the motor or the fabric. If the
awning's end cover is loosened without all of the awning's arms being secure, the arms can cause serious
personal injury and in the worst case death. The awning's end covers must therefore always be loosened by a
professional.
WARNING - ROLLING OUT THE AWNING:
When washing windows, painting the facade, or carrying out maintenance or repair of the awning, there are
risks, e.g. the ladder tipping over if the awning is rolled out when the work is being carried out. You should
therefore keep the awning rolled up when work is being carried out near the sun protection. The automatic
mechanisms on motorised awnings must be shut off in order to avoid unintentional operation.
Also make sure that the awning cannot make portable infrared or bottled gas heaters tip over or come into
contact with other objects that could damage the awning or cause other injuries.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR AWNINGS
