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Calculating the Spring Winds
see note 1
The Ascent spring winds are calculated based on the box length of the slideout. To calculate the spring
winds (room closed), measure the box length
IN FEET
.
Box Length
Winds Required
Less than 6'
Spring Winds =
4
6' to 11' 11"
Spring Winds =
Box Length -1
Example: Box Length = 10' 4"; spring winds = 10 – 1 = 9.
Always round down to the nearest whole number.
12' to 16' 4"
Spring Winds =
11
(XL Models)
16' 5" to 30'
Spring Winds = Box Length divided by 3
Example: Box Length = 20' 6"; spring winds = 20 divided by 3 = 6.
Always round down to the nearest whole number.
30' or longer
Spring Winds =
10
Adding Spring Winds
NOTE:
Have a spring lock pin available. The pin should be a solid 3/16 x 1 1/4 shaft with a flat end such
as a drill bit. If using a 3/16 cotter pin, cut the two legs flush so that the end is flat.
5. Have one person firmly hold the roller tube stationary.
6. Insert a 3/8 square drive extension with handle into the
spindle. Turn the handle counter clockwise to add
spring winds. One complete rotation of the spindle
equals one spring wind.
7. After adding the required number of spring winds, firmly
hold the ratchet handle and roller tube and insert the
spring locking pin. The pin will only go in partially until
the 3/8 drive is removed.
8. Hold the pin in place and slowly release the ratchet handle. When there is no pressure on the handle,
remove the square drive from the spindle. Press the pin in as far as possible then place tape over the
head of the pin to avoid the pin coming out.
After completing the spring replacement, go to "Installing the Roller Tube Assembly" on page 9.
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Replacement springs are now made with a heavier wire (.156”) and marked with Orange (RH) and White (LH) in the
center of the spring. Use the spring winds listed above. If using or reusing an older spring marked with Green (RH) or
RED (LH) the spring winds are:
Box Length
Winds
Required
Less than 5'
Spring Winds =
4
5' to 16' 4"
Spring Winds =
Box Length
Example: Box Length = 10' 4"; spring winds = 10. Always round down to the nearest whole number.
(XL Models)
16' 5" to 29' 11"
Spring Winds =
Box Length divided by 2
Example: Box Length = 20' 6"; spring winds = 20 divided by 2 = 10. Always round down to the nearest whole number.
30' or longer
Spring Winds =
17
Box Length
(in feet)
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Firmly Grasp the Roller Tube
3/8 Square Drive
Socket Extension
3/16 x 1 3/4 Locking Pin
Cut End Off Flat
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