DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE MANUAL
A&E
Patio Awnings
broken off, the push button assembly must be replaced.
At times the lock pin of the push button assembly can
break off and jam between the push button housing and
the adjustable arm assembly, making it difficult to extend
the main support arm.
1.4 ADJUSTABLE ARM ASSEMBLY
The adjustable arm assembly allows for telescoping
height adjustment of the main support arm, and it
connects to the bottom mounting bracket to support the
weight of the awning. If the main support arm cannot be
extended freely, the adjustable arm assembly should be
checked. Remove the adjustable arm assembly and
check for nicks, burrs, bends or twists. If any deflection
is noted, the adjustable arm assembly must be replaced.
For ease of operation apply GO-EASY, a special lubri-
cant.
LIFT
On the Series 9000 awning the top mounting bracket
can be mounted lower when possible. If the top mount-
ing bracket is mounted above center of the awning rail,
the aluminum guard may not cover the fabric completely
in the closed position. If this is the case, relocate the
top mounting bracket accordingly.
The top mounting brackets have slotted holes for the
mounting screws, allowing them to be adjusted side to
side. To adjust the brackets, close the awning and
sight down the main support arm and the main rafter.
The clearance on each side of the rafter should be
approximately 1/4 inch. If clearance is not appropriate,
adjust the top mounting bracket(s) as necessary.
1.6 BOTTOM MOUNTING BRACKETS
The bottom mounting brackets
are screwed to the
floor line of the
unit, and they
support the
ADJUSTABLE
ARM
HANDLE
ARM
ASSEMBLY
weight of the
awning. They
also provide a
quick release
to set up the
#14 X 2-1/2"
BOTTOM
MOUNTING
BRACKET
BOTTOM MTG.
BRACKET
INSERT
BOTTOM
MOUNTING
BRACKET
SPACER
awning in
the patio
HEX. HD. SCREWS
NOTE: GO-EASY is available from your distributor.
1.5 TOP MOUNTING BRACKETS
The top mounting bracket supports the main rafter
assembly to hold the awning in the open extended
position, and allows the rafter to pivot into the “C”
channel of the main support arm. Each top mounting
bracket should be mounted directly over the awning rail
so the screws go through the “C” portion of the rail.
position. If a bottom mounting
bracket settles, sags, or becomes loose it can reduce
the clearance between the top casting of the torsion
and the extension of the top mounting bracket, making
operation difficult.
Check the bottom mounting bracket for looseness or
settling, and tighten or reposition it accordingly for
proper operation.
1.7 STOP PLUG
The stop plug is a mechanical stop that supports the
main arm when opening and closing the awning. It
controls the clearance between the top casting of the
torsion to the extension of the top mounting bracket.
This clearance should be 1/4 inch to 1 inch. To adjust
the clearance, raise or lower the stop plug as needed.
On the 9000 and 9500 Series awning the clearance
should be kept to a minimum for best operation.
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TOP MOUNTING BRACKET
TOP VIEW OF MAIN SUPPORT
ARM AND RAFTER
MAIN SUPPORT ARM
RAFTER
1/4" CLEARANCE, EACH SIDE
FROM TOP TO BOTTOM OF
ARM ASSEMBLY
