Awning Care and Maintenance
Your awning is designed to be a durable companion on your adventures. In order to keep it performing at its best, we
recommend some simple care and maintenance steps that will help prolong the life of your awning.
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Prior to each use, inspect your awning mounting hardware. If necessary, clean with a solution of mild detergent
and water. Periodically lubricate the threads on your hardware with a light synthetic bicycle lubricant to maintain
performance.
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Dry your awning thoroughly before you close it. If unable to properly dry your awning prior to closing, open it up and
air dry it at your next opportunity. Failure to properly dry your awning out can lead to the growth of mold and mildew
which can degrade the awning material, cause discoloration, and foul odor. Mold and mildew growth is not covered
under your awning warranty.
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Proper storage of your awning when not in use will prolong the life of your awning. Ensure it is fully dry prior to
storage and store in a cool dry location free from direct sunlight.
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Zippers should be pulled with even force and in gentle fashion. Never force a zipper open or closed as it may damage
your zipper. Keep your zippers free from dust and dirt and periodically apply non-scented bees wax to the zipper teeth
as lubrication. This will prolong the life of your zippers.
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Vertical supports should be wiped free of any dirt or dust prior to stowing the awning. Periodically wipe down the
aluminum vertical supports of the awning with silicone spray and a cloth.
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To clean your awning use a mild detergent and warm water gently applied with a sponge. Rinse with a clean wet
sponge and allow to thoroughly dry.
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If mildew and or mold have begun to grow on your awning, we recommend cleaning the affected fabric by sponging
on a solution of 1 cup
Lysol™
mixed in 1 gallon of hot water and allow to dry. Next, prepare a solution of 1 cup lemon
juice concentrate, and 1 cup salt, in 1 gallon of hot water. Sponge this solution directly into the affected areas to rinse
out the
Lysol™
solution. Allow to air dry completely. Taking these steps will stop the growth of the mildew and help
eliminate odor, however it may not completely remove the stains.
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Avoid excessive sun exposure to your awning to prolong the life of the fabric. Over time, UV rays can degrade awning
fabric and water proof coatings. If your rain awning material begins to break down due to exposure and use, we
suggest washing the fabric with mild detergent and water followed by a treatment of water repellent such as
303
Fabric Guard™
. Consult your local outdoor store for other outdoor fabric care products and use as directed.
WARRANTY Roof-Top Tent and Awning
This warranty covers Roof-Top tent and Awning products manufactured by Yakima Products, Inc. (Yakima), and applies to the original retail purchaser only.
The duration of this warranty is two years for roof-top tents and one year for awnings.
Upon inspection of the product, Yakima will remedy defects in materials and/or workmanship by repairing or replacing, at Yakima’s option, the defective
product without charge for parts or labor, subject to the limitations and exclusions described in this warranty. Yakima may also elect to not repair or
replace a defective product, in which case Yakima will issue, at Yakima’s option, a refund equal to the original purchase price or a credit towards new
Yakima product.
This warranty does not cover problems caused by normal wear and tear (including, but not limited to, scratches, dents, tears, aesthetic oxidation of
surfaces, or natural breakdown of colors and materials over extended time and use), commercial use, improper storage/care, accidents, unlawful vehicle
operation, or modifications or repairs not performed or authorized by Yakima.
In addition, this warranty does not cover problems resulting from conditions beyond Yakima’s control including, but not limited to: theft, misuse, overloading,
or failure to assemble, mount or use the product in accordance with Yakima’s written instructions or guidelines included with the product or made available
to the original retail purchaser.
If a product is believed to be defective, the original retail purchaser should contact the Yakima dealer from whom they purchased the product, who will
give them instructions on how to proceed.
Upon contacting Yakima, a technician will provide the original retail purchaser with appropriate instructions for returning the product. The original retail
purchaser is responsible for the cost of shipping product to Yakima. In order to receive any remedy under this warranty (either from a Yakima dealer, or from
Yakima directly), proof of purchase in the form of an original purchase invoice or receipt is strictly required.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT, OR THE ISSUANCE OF A REFUND OR CREDIT (AS DETERMINED BY YAKIMA), IS THE ORIGINAL
RETAIL PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. DAMAGE OR INJURY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER, TO HIS OR HER
VEHICLE, CARGO, OR PROPERTY, AND/OR TO ANY OTHER PERSON OR PROPERTY IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY
MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN. YAKIMA’S SOLE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REMEDY
SET FORTH ABOVE. IN NO EVENT WILL YAKIMA BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS OR LOST SALES). SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY
FROM STATE TO STATE.
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