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Slide Topper
Operation
4.4.1 Securing Slide Toppers With Metal
Slats
Use this section for securing the awning fabric to the
awning rail if the Slide Topper has metal slats.
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Securing the Metal Slide Topper
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Awning Rail
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#6 x 7/16 in. Screw
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Top Slat
Install the #6 x 7/16 in. screw immediately next to the
metal hinge on each end of the awning rail.
4.4.2 Securing Slide Toppers Without
Metal Slats
Use this section for securing the awning fabric to the
awning rail if the Slide Topper does not have metal slats.
1. Mark the location of the awning fabric.
2. Pull one edge of the awning fabric approximately
0.25 in. (0.64 cm) beyond the marked position.
3. Secure the awning fabric using the #6 x 7/16 in.
screws.
4. Tighten the screws through the awning rail
approximately 2 in. (5 cm) from the edge of the fabric.
5. Stretch the opposite edge of the awning fabric
approximately 0.75 in. (2 cm).
6. Secure the fabric using the #6 x 7/16 in. screws.
7. Tighten the screws through the awning rail
approximately 2 in. (5 cm) from the edge of the fabric.
5 Operation
CAUTION: PINCH HAZARD.
Do
not
operate the RV slide-out room or Slide
Topper if people or objects are in the travel path of
the RV slide-out room. Failure to obey this caution
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
Do
not
close the RV slide-out room or the Slide
Topper with leaves, sticks, or other debris on the awning
fabric. Damage to the fabric or Slide Topper can occur.
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If the RV slide-out room is left open during rainy
conditions, water may collect on the Slide Topper.
This will cause water to spill over the sides as the RV
slide-out room closes and the Slide Topper closes.
The Slide Topper automatically opens and closes as
the RV slide-out room opens and closes. Refer to the RV
operator’s manual for information on operating the RV
slide-out room.
6 Maintenance
WARNING: FIRE, IMPACT, AND/OR CRUSH
HAZARD.
Frequently examine the product for imbalance
(uneven fit/sagging/loose parts), signs of wear or
damage to wiring (if applicable), and other critical
parts. Critical parts include awning fabric, brackets,
and arm assemblies, etc. Do
not
use product if
adjustments or repairs are necessary. Failure to
obey the following warnings could result in death
or serious injury.
NOTICE:
Refer to the following precautions to ensure
product damage or deterioration does not occur:
• Do
not
use insecticides or other sprays near
the awning fabric. These could cause stains and
adversely affect the fabric’s ability to repel water.
• Do
not
expose the Slide Topper to adverse
environmental conditions, corrosive agents, or other
harmful conditions.
• Never close the Slide Topper for storage when it
is wet. The combination of moisture and dirt could
result in mildew, discoloration, and stains.
