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Remove the adjustable arm assembly and check for nicks,
burrs, bends or twists. If any deflection is noted, the ad
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justable arm assembly must be replaced. For ease of op-
eration, rub candle wax on all sliding surfaces. To remove
an adjustable arm that has been bent and forced back into
the main support arm, remove the complete main support
arm. Using another adjustable arm as a slide hammer
come in from the top and remove the bent adjustable arm.
Chances of the main arm being bent would be slim. Once
the bent adjustable arm is removed, a new arm should go
back in and work OK.
Note:
A bent adjustable arm is not a warranty item. If the
arm was straight at delivery and unit is bent now, some-
thing has bent the arm; as improper operation or an act
of nature.
2.5 Top Mounting Bracket
The top mounting bracket supports the main rafter as-
sembly and holds the awning in the open extended po-
sition. This allows the rafter to pivot toward the roller
tube. The most common mounting location for each top
mounting bracket would be directly over the awning rail
so the screws go through the “C” portion of the rail. On
the Series 9000 awning the top mounting bracket can be
mounted lower when possible for better coverage in the
closed position. If the top mounting bracket is mounted
above center of the awning rail, the aluminum guard will
not cover the fabric properly. If this is the case, relocate
the top mounting bracket accordingly. Over the years A&E
has used a variety of Top Mounting Brackets on different
hardware. Today’s Top Mounting Bracket should mount
on the A&E hardware going back to late 1980. All brack-
ets have slotted holes for the mounting screws, allowing
them to be adjusted side to side for proper alignment.
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 correct, adjust the top mounting
bracket(s) as necessary. On coaches with combination
drip/awning rail a stand off may be needed for proper op-
eration and to keep the roller tube from hitting the rail.
Part number 3109623.003.
2.6 Bottom Mounting Bracket
The bottom mounting brackets are screwed to the floor
line of the unit and they support the weight of the awning.
They also provide a quick release to setup the awning in
the patio position. If a bottom mounting bracket settles,
sags, or becomes loose it can reduce the clearance be-
tween 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 set-
tling, and tighten or reposition accordingly for proper op-
eration. A stand off is available and goes over molding
and extends the Bottom Mounting Bracket away from the
side of the coach approximately 3/4 inch if needed.
Mount Top Bracket
Over Awning Rail
#14 x 3" Hex
Head Screw
Awning
Rail
Top Pivot
Rafter
Mount Top Bracket
Below Awning Rail
Mount Top Bracket
Over Awning Rail
#14 x 3" Hex
Head Screw
#14 x 3" Hex
Head Screw
Awning Rail With
Drip Channel
Top Pivot
Top Pivot
Rafter
Rafter
Awning Rail With
Drip Channel
Top Bracket Leg
Mounted On Aw
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ning Rail
#14 x 3" Hex
Head Screw
Top Pivot
Rafter
Awning Rail With
Drip Channel
