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PW1000, PW1500, PW1750
Installing the awning
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6.3
Installing the awning
During installation, observe the following general information:
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The awning can be attached in two ways:
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to the side of the vehicle using mounting plates
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to the existing piping rail on the side of the vehicle
•
The mounting plates are bolted to the vehicle in the area of the rear hinge. In
addition, they are glued with installation adhesive (e.g. Sikaflex
®
-221 or a similar
product) to ensure the load is evenly spread and an optimal level of protection
from moisture is maintained.
•
Observe the sealant manufacturer's instructions.
•
Before installation, check the access to the screw joints. Make sure no cables or
cabinets are damaged when drilling.
•
Contact your local service partner if you wish to have an angle of inclination
different to the default setting.
•
If you want to use an awning tent with the awning at a later date, ensure that the
vent windows and hatches remain accessible with erected tent when choosing
the awning size and installation position (fig.
•
Clean the adhesive surfaces on the mounting rails and the wall.
•
Prepare the adhesive surfaces with the primer.
•
After gluing, wait until the adhesive has set. For further details, please refer to the
information provided by the sealant manufacturer.
•
Carefully seal the drill holes to prevent moisture from entering the motorhome
wall.
•
Do not open the awning or leave it unattended, before the awning has been
fastened to the mounting rails.
•
As part of the regular maintenance procedure, the screws on the rear hinge must
be tightened up by a service partner. Ensure the users of the vehicle are aware of
this.
Installing the awning with mounting plates
➤
Select the location of the installation.
In particular, check that there is enough space in the interior to mount the counter
plates at the points where the screws will be.
I
NOTE
Recommended mounting position for each counter plate: fig.
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