9
Bolt
While one person is holding onto the pull strap,
remove the bolt in the top of the right top casting.
The FRTA will roll in once the bolt is removed.
Walk the awning to the closed position.See FIG.
7.1.
Align hole where bolt was removed and drive bolt
back into top casting to secure awning.
Bolt must be re-installed to prevent awning from
opening during travel. Have awning serviced by a
Dometic Service Center or a qualified service tech-
nician before attempting to open awning after this
procedure has been performed.
SECTION 8 WeatherPro Fabric, Roller Tube,
Torsion Assembly &
Weathershield Replacement
8.1. General Instructions
8.1.1 The fabric roller tube assembly (referred
to in the instructions as a FRTA) consists
of a vinyl or acrylic fabric, roller tube, tor-
sion assembly and weathershield. These
instructions will aid the service technician
to make repairs quickly and correct. The
repairs must be made by a qualified ser-
vice technician. Read instructions EN-
TIRELY before attempting to make repairs
on the product.
These instructions must be read and under-
stood before installation, adjustment, service
or maintenance is performed. This unit must
be installed by a qualified service technician.
Modification of this product can be extremely
hazardous and could result in personal injury
or property damage.
8.2 Awning Removal
8.2.1
In all instances of fabric, roller tube or
weather shield replacement, it is neces-
sary to unroll the fabric. A large clean and
smooth work area is required to prevent
damage to the fabric.
Note: If replacement of either torsion assembly is required
awning removal from the coach is not necessary. Proceed
to Sections 8.3 and 8.4.
8.2.2
Remove the TEK screws securing the aw-
ning fabric at each end of the awning rail.
See FIG. 8.2.2.
8.2.3
Extend or open the awning two revolu-
tions of the FRTA. This will allow for re-
moval of top brackets and the FTRA.
8.2.4
Pin the left hand torsion. See Section 8.3.
8.2.5
Disconnect the wire harness at the plug
by the lower mounting bracket of the right
arm assembly. In some installations the
harness may be run through a hole in the
side wall of the coach. If the hole is sealed,
use a screw driver to dig out the sealant.
Be careful not to damage wires, wall, or
the harness assembly out of the coach.
Note: In some installations the wind sensor wire is routed
behind the right arm assembly. Becareful not to damage.
Arms under tension from the gas strut are
dangerous. Use extreme care. If not controlled
the arms will extend quickly. Keep hands and
clothing clear of awning arms, as personal
injury may result.
8.2.6
The next two steps require three people.
Loosen the lag bolts holding the top and
bottom mounting brackets to the coach.
Push the arm assemblies closed and wrap
two heavy nylon wire ties around each arm
assembly to prevent them from extend-
ing during removal of the FRTA. One
should be 8 inches above the front chan-
nel cover, and the other 8 inches below
the top mounting bracket. Do both arm
assemblies. See FIG. 8.2.6.
FIG. 7.1
FIG. 8.2.2
TEK Screw
Remove from
Both Ends
Awning Rail
