Carefree of Colorado
Installation
Manual
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1. Determine the optimum positioning of the awning.
•
The centerline of the awning fabric is offset from the centerline of the awning assembly. To align
the center of the fabric, use the backplate of the awning assembly for measurements.
•
The bottom of the mounting plates should be above any openings or frames to avoid interference
when the awning is installed.
•
Measure each end of the awning position from the ground so that the awning is mounted parallel to
the ground.
Edge of Back Plate
Edge of Back Plate
Edge of Back Plate
Edge of Back Plate
Edge of Back Plate
Edge of Back Plate
Equal Spacing
A
B
B
A
C
C
A
C
C
A
8 - 9 foot Awning
10 - 11 foot Awning
12 - 13 foot Awning
A = 1 1/2"
B = 3"
C = 15 3/4"
FIII017b
Back Plate
Figure 6. Mounting Plate Pattern.
2.
Mark the position with a chalk line.
3. Determine the correct plate pattern. Use the plates as a template and drill 5/16” hole(s) through the
wall. Attach the plate using the supplied 1/4 x 2 carriage bolts, fender washers, lock washers and
nuts.
FIII006a
Mounting Plate
1/4-20
Carriage Bolt
Fender Washer
5/16 Holes
thru Wall
Lock Washer
1/4-20 Nut
Back Plate
Mounting Plate
#8 x 1/2
Screw
Figure 7. Mount Using Plates.
