Dometic Sunchaser 8300 awning User manual
Below you will find brief information for awning Sunchaser 8300. The Dometic A&E 8300 awning is a great-looking, long-lasting, and easy-to-operate patio awning that's very affordable. It's perfect for use on motorhomes, mini-motorhomes, 5th wheels, and travel trailers with straight sides.
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A&E AWNINGS
Model: Dometic A&E 8300 Awning
A&E innovation leads the field again with the all-new 8300 vinyl patio awning. Its theme is clean simplicity – yet with all the rugged A&E quality RVers have trusted for years. It’s great-looking, long-lasting, easy to operate and very affordable!
The canopy fabric is reinforced vinyl in popular Horizon stripe patterns; the weathershield is durable laminated white vinyl. And, like all A&E awnings, the 8300 is stain and mildew resistant, waterproof, washable and fully UV protected.
A&E Sunchaser 8300
Colours
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Lengths 10ft to 16ft in one foot increments
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Full approx. 8ft extension
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Simple one-person setup
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Sporty coloured canopy top; cool white underneath
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Sleek hardware design
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Handy ergonomic lock knobs
The color in this chart should be used as a guide only. For exact fabric color, see A&E's fabric sample kit.
Index
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Index
Cambridge, Ontario
CANADA N3H 2N7
F abric Roller T ube Assemb
Square 1
™
Har d ware
™
Form No. 3106879.004 1/96
©1996 The Dometic Corp.
LaGrange, IN 46761
(French 3108650.007)
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ALLA TION
1
INST
ALLA TION
COVERED BY PATENT 4,524,791
OTHER PATENTS APPLIED FOR
REQUIRED PARTS (Packed with each Hardware Assembly)
(2) 1/4–20 Machine Screws
(2) 1/4–20 Short Locknuts
(8) #14 x 2 Screws
(2) #10 Self-Drilling Screws
(2) Stop Washers
(2) #6 Self-Drilling Screws
(1) Door Roller Kit, Containing:
(2) #10 Self-Drilling Screws
(1) Door Roller
(1) Edge Guard
The A&E Awning is designed and intended for use on motorhomes, mini-motorhomes, 5th wheels and travel trailers with straight sides.
the torsion rod using the 1/4–20 machine screws, nylon washers, and 1/4" locknuts.(FIG. 2A) Align and attach the other end.
The Dometic Corporation reserves the right to modify appearances and specifications without notice.
Installation of A&E Awnings will at some points, require three people. Use the following procedure to assure a properly installed, and properly functioning awning.
Position Wheel
Directly over edge of Door
Wheel Above
Door 1/4" – 3/8"
ENTRY
DOOR
entry door, the door roller must be installed on the exterior side of the door in the extreme upper corner above the door handle. (FIG. 1A)
In addition, if there is a screen door inside the regular door, a door edge guard must be installed on the exterior side of the screen door, in the extreme upper corner opposite the door hinges. (FIG. 1B)
This allows the door roller or the edge-guard (instead of the sharp door corner) to contact the underside of the fabric when the entry or screen door is swung out while the awning fabric is extended low.
well padded "V" trough to prevent fabric damage.
Working on the torsion lock end first, insert the arm cap into the arm, position the nail in the end cap to the front of the hardware, align and secure the arm assembly to
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DO NOT REMOVE the NAIL from the right end at this time and DO NOT attempt to rotate the Safe-T-Lock TM
Lock Direction Lever until installation is complete.
(Lever has been preset in the roll-down position.)
(FIG. 2A)
3. Remove the left nail only. With both awning arms secured to the Fabric Roller Tube Assembly, and facing the floor, rotate the left arm clockwise as if rolling the fabric up. This takes the torsion pressure off of the nail.
Remove the nail by hand and lower the arm to the floor.
(FIG. 2B)
4.
DO NOT remove the tape or spacer holding the arm and rafter together until the top brackets are installed.
Prepare the awning rail to accept the awning roller cover by selecting the end from which the awning shall be fed, then widen that end of the rail with a flat screwdriver and remove burrs. (FIG. 3)
With one person grasping each support arm, carefully lift the entire assembly to an upright position.
each other to avoid excessive twisting and possible damage to assembly, walk the awning to the prepared end of the awning rail (FIG. 4A)
BEFORE
AWNING
RAIL
FABRIC ROLLER
TUBE ASSEMBLY
ARM
ASSEMBLIES
TAPE
TAPE
AFTER arm and rafter on each side. Install remaining top mounting bracket using the same procedure. Remove the tape holding the awning arm and rafter together and unhook the travel straps after both brackets are installed.
A third person is now required to guide the full awning into the awning rail while standing on a stepladder, while the other two walk the entire awning assembly to the desired position. (FIG. 4)
5.
Loosen the knobs and extend the arms to the ground.
Position the pivot 2 inches above the awning rail.
Retighten the knobs so the arms support the awning weight.
After the complete awning assembly has been slid into the awning rail, check to be sure that its position allows for solid mounting of the top and bottom brackets and that support arms are in desired location (not restricting use of doors, access doors, etc.). (FIG. 5A)
PIVOT
AWNING
RAIL
TOP
MOUNTING
BRACKET
#14 HEX. HD. SCREW
#14 HEX.
HD. SCREW
TOP MOUNTING
BRACKET
Swing the foot away from the coach as needed to lower the top pivot to the awning rail height. Insert the pivot into the awning rail as shown in FIG. 5B.
Position the top bracket in the top pivot. Alternate slots allow for use with various awning rails and constructions.
(FIG. 5C, D, E)
Mark the top bracket hole locations. Predrill the two holes using a 3/16" drill bit. The hole should angle downward slightly. (Use 7/32" drill bit if drilling through steel). Install top bracket with two #14 hex. hd. screws (FIG. 5C, D, E).
Use clear silicon to seal where the screw enters the coach.
The main support arm cap will rest on the top pivot.
Check that there is approximately 1/8 inch between the
3
PIVOT
#14 HEX.
HD. SCREW
TOP MOUNTING BRACKET
AWNING
RAIL
PIVOT
AWNING
RAIL
Position the bottom mounting bracket (FIG. 6) between
66" and 80" below the awning rail, centered on the main arm with the coach level. Always select the position that offers the best supporting structure for mounting the bottom bracket, i.e. mount directly into the floorline, molding, etc.
A. Ensure the arm cap is above the rafter pivot. Hold the arm snug to the rafter. Loosen the arm knob slowly so the arm lowers onto the rafter pivot. Raise the inner arm to where the foot is at the bottom of the foot bracket and retighten the knob. (FIG. 7A)
Mark position of bottom bracket so that both holes are positioned over the floorline. Predrill two 3/16" dia. holes through the marked locations. (Use 7/32" dia. if drilling through steel).
Secure bracket using two #14 hex head screws. (FIG. 6B).
Use clear silicon to seal where the screw enters the coach.
Repeat for other side.
B. Lift the weight of the awning with the arm and snap the foot into place. (FIG. 7B)
FIG. 6C
4
C. (Refer to FIG. 7C)
1) Rotate the arm to the coach, holding it against the rafter again.
2) Loosen the rafter knob so the rafter will slide within the arm.
FIG. 8
Safe-T-Lock Lever in
Roll Up
Position
REMOVE
NAIL
3) Loosen the arm knob slowly, letting the arm cap settle onto the rafter pivot.
4) Mark the stop bolt location lightly at the very bottom of the main arm in the center of the adjustable arm.
5) Lift the arm 1 inch and
6) Retighten the arm knob.
7) Install the stop plug with (1) #10 self-drilling screw centered to 1/8" above the marked line.
8) Loosen the arm knob, letting the weight settle onto the stop plug.
The main support arm cap should completely clear the main rafter and pivot as it swings toward the vehicle.
Repeat for other side. (You may need to push the other arm, rotating the awning to the coach wall).
ROLLER TUBE
END CAP
10.
Securing Awning
The fabric must be secured from shifting within the awning rail.
Open and close awning a few times to allow for natural self adjustment of awning. Track the strap slightly to one side as it closes to avoid bulging over the extra thickness of material and stretching the fabric.
With the awning closed, the fabric will locate itself between the two top brackets. Pull the main arm sideways to the rafter so there is no gap between them. The fabric will move with the roller tube. Measure in 2" from the edge of the fabric and secure by driving a #6 self-drilling screw through the rail and into the fabric rope. (FIG. 9)
Repeat at other end, hold the main arm against the rafter while securing the fabric.
FIG. 9
The nail is found in the roller tube end cap (FIG. 8). Twist the roller tube as if unrolling awning while pulling the nail by hand and discard.
Remove wire tie from the Safe-T-Lock™ Lever. Rotate the lever to the roll up position and allow the awning to roll up.
The awning should now roll up snugly against the vehicle side. If no tension is felt, check to make sure the Safe-T-
Lock
TM
Lever is in the roll-up position.
5 tions to check that all parts function properly.
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SERVICE OFFICE
The Dometic Corp.
Fabric Roller Tube Assembly with
Square 1 Hardware
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL
8300
Sunchaser
Form No. 3106880.002 1/96
(French 3108603.006)
©1996 The Dometic Corp.
LaGrange, IN 46761
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TO OPEN Index
4. From the side of either arm assembly, pull sideways on
1. Loosen the rafter adjustment lock knobs (located behind the main arm) and unhook the travel straps.
(FIG. 1) the rafter and slide it to the top of the support arm. Place downward force on main support arm to remove slack from fabric and tighten black adjustment knob on the rafter arm. Repeat for other side. (FIG. 4)
FIG. 1
FIG. 4
RAFTER
ADJUSTMENT
2. Locate Safe-T-Lock™ Lever on the right end cap of the fabric roller tube assembly. Place the hook of the pull rod behind lock lever and pull lever forward into the
ROLL DOWN position. (FIG. 2)
FIG. 2
TM
5. Reposition the pull strap out of the way by sliding it down the fabric roller tube assembly toward the right (same end as the Safe-T-Lock™). Wrap the strap around the main support arm. (FIGS. 5A & 5B)
FIG. 5A FIG. 5B
PULL ROD
3. Insert hook of the pull rod through the loop of the pull strap. Pull the strap outward and completely extend the awning. The awning will stay positioned by itself. (FIG.
3)
FIG. 3
6. To raise awning, grasp arm, loosen knob, and lift the arm assembly. When the desired awning height is reached, retighten the knob. Extend other arm assembly to the same height. (FIG. 6)
FIG. 6
2
7. For extended stays and where ground and weather conditions permit, the patio position allows easier access and more usable space (FIG. 7B):
Lower the awning (reverse Steps in Sec. 6)
Grasp the arm and support the awning weight. Push on the thumb latch and remove the foot from the bracket.
(FIG. 7A)
Place the support arm down vertically on the ground and adjust the support arm height. (FIG. 7B)
Accessory hold-down stakes should be installed through the holes on the awning foot to secure the awning in case of wind. (FIG. 7C)
FIG. 7A
8. CAUTION: Whenever heavy or prolonged rain or wind is anticipated, or you will leave the awning unattended, it is best to close the awning. Damage as a result of weather is not covered by warranty.
FIG. 8
FIG. 7B FIG. 7C
TO CLOSE
1. FROM PATIO POSITION
Remove the stakes from the awning foot and swing the support arm up to the bottom mounting bracket. Repeat on other side.
(FIG. 1)
FIG. 1
CAUTION: DO NOT DRIVE THE STAKES "HOME" AS IT
WILL BE DIFFICULT TO PULL THEM OUT AND MAY
DAMAGE THE AWNING FOOT.
Repeat this step on the other side to complete the patio position setup.
2. FROM VEHICLE MOUNTING POSITION: Grasp the main arm, loosen the arm knob and lower main support arm down to the stop plug. (FIG. 2)
FIG. 2
ARM KNOB
3
3. To release the rafter arm, loosen black adjustment knob on the rafter arm and lift up on the slider catch, located under the slider. Pull sideways on the rafter and slide it to the bottom of the main arm. DO NOT retighten adjustment knob at this time. (FIG. 3)
FIG. 3
5. Tighten the four adjustment knobs and secure the travel straps.
TRAVEL
STRAP
The awning is now ready for travel.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
4. Prepare fabric roller tube assembly for roll-up. While pulling down on the pull strap or while, from the bottom, turning the entire roller tube toward you slightly, flip the
Safe-T-Lock™ Lever into the ROLL UP position.
CAUTION: DO NOT release the awning as it is now under tension and could snap back against the vehicle side.
Hold the roller tube down and slide the pull strap to the middle of awning. Using strap for control of speed and even roll-up, allow awning to return to the vehicle side.
(FIG. 4)
NOTE: Wind the strap diagonally as the awning rolls up to avoid creating a bulge and stretching the awning fabric.
FIG. 4
HELPFUL HINTS
FOR AWNING CARE
2
Whenever the awning is wet while rolled up, as soon as conditions allow, roll it out and let it dry before rolling it up again. This will help prevent mildew and rotting.
2
Always make sure the awning is extended high enough before opening entry door.
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WHEN TO GET MORE HELP:
If malfunctions occur that cannot be corrected by reviewing this user's guide, contact a qualified
Dometic service technician.
Please note: A slight "travel line" may appear where the door roller contacts the awning fabric. This is considered normal and does not affect the integrity of the awning.
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A&E AWNINGS - SPARE PARTS
Model: Dometic A&E 8300 Awning
122
A&E AWNINGS - SPARE PARTS
Model: Dometic A&E 8300 Awning
10
11
12
Item
No.
1
2
3
4
Description
Main Arm
A1 Handle. Iift
A2 Rivet
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
A4 Shim, lift base
A5 Kit, slider catch (pair)
Arm, asm. adjustable (2 req.)
B1 Foot diecast
C1 Rivet, semi-tube 5/16"x2.59
C2 Rivet, semi-tube 1/4"x2.56
Rafter asm., main (2 req.)
D1 Bracket asm., top
D2 Rivet, semi-tube
D3 Bumper. rubber
D4 Latch, travel (2 req.)
Rafter asm., secondary (2 req.)
E1 Slider
E2 Rivet, semi tube 3/ 6” x 1.45 SS
Knob, 5-point
Nut, special
Rod, EZ-pull
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
8271003.402B
Part No.
3104502.426B
830644
308171.020
----
830472.002
830466.516B
3108708.342 (Old)
3108708.042 (New)
143002.059
143002.058
830295.542B
3108119.003M
143002.053
141031
3105278.026
830463.512B
830463
143002.055
3105421.014
3104652.007
830152.102
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A&E AWNINGS - SPARE PARTS
Model: Dometic A&E 8300 Awning
Item
No.
F2
F3
Description
Bracket, bottom
Kit, hardware, includes
Washer. split
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
Screw cap. Hex 1/42 (2 req.)
Screw *6-20 (2 req.)
Screw #10-24 (2 req.)
Nut lock
Washer, stop
Screw #14 x 2.0
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
(4 req.)
F4
F5
F6
Screw #14 x 3.0
Screw 1/4-20
Cap, arm
Washer, nylon
F7 Nut, lock
F2 + F3 Universal Hardware Kit
(4 req.)
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
(2 req.)
Part No.
3104653.005
3104852.003
3104176.114
3107942.009
309513.054
3106825.007
3104125.020
Kit 3107942.009
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A&E AWNINGS - SPARE PARTS
Model: Dometic A&E 8300 Awning
4
5
1
3
ITEM PART
No.
No.
6
940001
3108018.080
3108018.098
3108346.010
3108346.011
3108346.012
3108346.013
3108346.014
DESCRIPTION
Kit pull strap
Torsion Asm. Right-hand
94.5"
Torsion Asm. Left-hand
Roller Tube 10'
Roller Tube
Roller Tube
Roller Tube
Roller Tube
11'
12'
13'
14'
3108346.015
3108346.016
Roller Tube
Roller Tube
R3105699 (Colour Code) .106 Fabric Asm.
R3105699 (Colour Code) .114 Fabric Asm.
R3105699 (Colour Code) .122 Fabric Asm.
R3105699 (Colour Code) .130 Fabric Asm.
R3105699 (Colour Code) .148 Fabric Asm.
R3105699 (Colour Code) .155 Fabric Asm.
R3105699 (Colour Code) .163 Fabric Asm.
12'
13'
14'
15'
16'
15'
16'
10'
11'
SEE INDEX FOR CODES
AV = Blue
BE = Coffee
EH = Pewter
Dometic
A&E AWNINGS - SPARE PARTS
Model: Dometic A&E 8300 Awning
Part No.: 3108018.080 TORSION ASSEMBLY – RIGHT-HAND
ITEM PART
No.
No.
A2 3108017.009
A3 3104664.044
A4 3105695.005
A6 3105691.004
A10 3105687.002
DESCRIPTION
Asm., cap, end
Pin, spring 3/16” x 1” (2 req.)
Spring, torsion lock
Disk, lock
Spring, torsion, right-hand
Part No.: 3108018.098 TORSION ASSEMBLY – LEFT-HAND
ITEM PART
No.
No.
C2 3108017.009
C7 3104664.044
C12 3105687.010
DESCRIPTION
Asm., cap, end
Pin, spring 3/16” x 1”
Spring, torsion, left-hand
Index
8300 8500 9000 REPLACEMENT OF TORSION ASSEMBLY
1. Insert the leg of the idler opposite the torsion spring screw and washer over the seamed groove of the roller tube. See
FIG. 10.
NOTE: The idler leg opposite the torsion spring screw
has a triangle shape.
2. Installation of a new roller tube may require a notch cut in the side of the groove away from lock lever for each poly rope. See FIG. 11.
NOTE: Insert torsion idler into roller tube before the poly rope is stretched. See Section E. Step 1.
3. Use pliers to stretch the poly rope 1/4" – 1/2" and tuck it into the notch and place off to the side. See FIG. 13A-
13G. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on opposite end.
FIG. 10
FIG. 11
4. Slide torsion assembly into roller tube. Identify the end cap "A", "B" or "C" (refer to FIG. 12). Position the Safety-
T-Lock™ Lever as shown in FIGS. 13A–13F.
The left-hand end cap is always positioned with the open notch over the open groove. See FIG. 13G.
5. Mark the location of rivet holes in the end cap on roller tube. Drill 3/16" hole. Remove any drill burrs from inside roller tube.
6. Attach end cap to roller tube with two 3/16" x 3/8" pop rivets. Repeat on opposite end.
FIG. 12
CAP A
LE
FT
RIGH
WIND TO
ADD TORSION
T
CAP B
ROLL
UP
LE
FT
RIGH
WIND TO
ADD TORSION
T
ROLL
DN
UP
ROLL
ROLL
DN
CAP C
5
FIG. 13A
Place open notch in alignment with open groove
RIGHT-HAND
END CAP “A”
DN
ROLL
UP
ROLL
Cut Poly Rope flush with end of tube
HT
RIG
O
ORSION
WINDT
ADDT
T
LEF
Open
Groove
Valance
RIGHT-HAND
END CAP “A’
FIG. 13B
FIG. 13C
Place open notch in alignment with fabric groove
Cut Poly Rope flush with end of tube
UP
ROLL
LEFT
ADD
WIND
TORSION
TO
IG
R
Open
Groove
ROLL
DN
Valance
RIGHT-HAND
END CAP “B”
Place open notch in alignment with fabric groove
Cut Poly Rope flush with end of tube
RI
GH
T
TO
WIND
ADD
TORSION
ROLLUP
DN
ROLL
Open
Groove
6
Valance
Fabric without hemmed edge
See Fig. 11
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind the open groove
Fabric edge folded and hemmed
Fabric edge folded and hemmed
See Fig. 11
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind the open groove
See Fig. 11
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind the open groove
RIGHT-HAND
END CAP “B”
FIG. 13D
ROLL
DN
HT
RIG
ORSION
O
WINDT
ADDT
T
LEF
ROLL
UP
Cut Poly Rope flush with end of tube
Open
Groove
Valance
Place open notch in alignment with valance groove
RIGHT-HAND
END CAP “C”
Fabric without hemmed edge
See Fig. 11
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind the open groove
FIG. 13E
FIG. 13F
Place open notch in alignment with fabric groove
Cut Poly Rope flush with end of tube
Fabric without hemmed edge
RIGHT-HAND
END CAP “C”
Cut Poly Rope flush with end of tube
Open
Groove
Valance
Fabric edge folded and hemmed
See Fig. 11
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind the open groove
See Fig. 11
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind the open groove
Place open notch in alignment with
Open groove
Open
Groove
Valance
7
FIG. 13G
Fabric
LEFT-HAND END CAP
Trim Poly Rope leaving sufficient length to tuck in place behind groove
Open Groove
See
Fig. 11
Valance
The Left-Hand
End Cap is always placed with open notch in alignment with open groove
F. WINDING TORSIONS
1. Insert torsion winding tool into torsion rod. See FIG. 7.
2. Always have the speed wrench handle at the 6 O-clock positions and turn towards the side of the coach. Left hand end cap is turned clock-wise and right hand end cap is turned counter-clock-wise to add tension.
FIG. 14
NOTE: Right hand torsion must have Safe-T-Lock™ lever in the roll-down position.
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AWNING LENGTH
12'
13'
14'
15'
8'
9'
10'
11'
16'
17'
18'
19'
20'
21' AND ABOVE
ROLLED UP
TURNS *
7
9
9
10
10
10
6
7
5
6
5
5
5
5
EXTENDED
TURNS*
13
15
15
16
16
16
11
12
12
13
11
11
11
11
* Add 6 additional turns to torsion spring when awning is fully extended.
3. After torsion spring is wound to proper number of turns, insert a steel pin in the end cap to prevent rapid spin-off when reinstalling on coach. See FIG. 3, Page 2.
4. Reinstall awning per the Operating and Installation Manual.
If the awning is not removed from the coach, reverse disassembly procedure.
This program will address the most common system problems associated with the A&E Patio Awnings supplied by
The Dometic Corporation. Our intent is to provide you with a guideline of checks to make, should you encounter one of the following symptoms.
Black adjustment knob will not tighten
Fabric leaks at the roller tube
Main support arms will not extend
Awning has bulges or wrinkles where pull strap rolls up
Awning fabric will not roll up straight
Must lift main arm(s) to open or close the awning
Awning arm(s) stay up against side of coach when trying to open awning
11. Awning will not stay in rolled down position
12. Awning billows out when traveling down the road
13. Awning stops at guard when rolling up
Diagnostic Service Manuals
1
15. Water drips down the side of coach
16. Water leaks through fabric
HARD
W ARE COMPONENTS
used to tighten down the black adjustment knob. If the knob will not tighten, first remove the secondary rafter assembly from the hardware.
Turn the knob to determine if the nutsert is stripped or spinning. If so, replace the nutsert. If you cannot turn the knob it will be necessary to replace both the nutsert and the black adjustment knob.
On some arm assemblies the nutsert has been replaced with not tighten, first separate the rafter assembly. Turn the knob to determine if the special nut is stripped. If so, replace the special nut. If you cannot turn the knob, it will be necessary to replace both the special nut and the back adjustment knob.
SPECIAL
NUT
Washer stack-up merely means the proper positioning of the washers on the stud of the black adjustment knob.
Remove the knob and check for proper washer position.
The plastic washer should be against the main rafter, and backed by the metal washer for stiffness. If the stack-up is not proper it should be corrected.
SECONDARY
RAFTER
PLASTIC WASHER
METAL WASHER
ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The push button assembly locks the main support arm to the adjustable arm assembly and controls the height of the awning in the open position. To check it, open the awning to full extension. Look inside the main support arm, and activate the push button to see if the locking pin is moving in and out of the hole in the adjustable arm assembly. If the locking pin does not move, or has been
SD 66 BS RIVET
(3/16 DIA. POP
RIVET)
COMPRESSION
SPRING
BUTTON
LOCK
BUTTON
RETAINER
MAIN SUPPORT
ARM
LIFT HANDLE LOCK BUTTON
3/16" X 1/4"
GRIP
ALUMINUM
POP RIVET
#8—32
HEX NUT
SD 66 BS RIVET
(3/16 DIA. POP RIVET) well as the one shown.
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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.
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 lubricant.
On the Series 9000 awning the top mounting bracket can be mounted lower when possible. If the top mounting 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.
ADJUSTABLE
ARM
LIFT
HANDLE
ARM
ASSEMBLY
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.
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 set up the awning in the patio
BOTTOM
MOUNTING
BRACKET
#14 X 2-1/2"
HEX. HD. SCREWS
BOTTOM MTG.
BRACKET
INSERT
BOTTOM
MOUNTING
BRACKET
SPACER 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.
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.
TOP VIEW OF MAIN SUPPORT
ARM AND RAFTER
MAIN SUPPORT ARM
RAFTER
1/4" CLEARANCE, EACH SIDE
FROM TOP TO BOTTOM OF
ARM ASSEMBLY
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TOP MOUNTING
BRACKET
AWNING RAIL
Attempting to open the awning without first loosening the black adjustment knobs can damage the slider of the secondary rafter, making it difficult to open the awning.
CLEARANCE
EXTENSION
MAIN SUPPORT ARM
STOP PLUG
F ABRIC R OLLER TUBE ASSEMBL
Y (FR
T A)
For the awning to operate properly the fabric must be positioned properly in the awning rail and on the roller tube.
Open the awning and check the position of the fabric between the top mounting brackets. If the fabric is not centered, remove the tek screws, center it, and replace the screws.
MAIN ARM
STOP
PLUGS
#10 LOCK NUT
3/16" DIA. HOLE
CLOSEST TO
MAIN ARM
CLEARANCE
FROM FABRIC
TO END CAP
#6 X 1/2" TEK SCREW
The rafters telescope from the top mounting brackets to the main support arms to provide tension on the fabric in the full open position. If the rafters are bent or twisted, this will hinder the operation of the awning.
Open the awning and remove the secondary rafter from the main support arm. Now sight down the main and secondary rafters and check for any bends, twists or deflection. If one or the other rafter is not true it should be replaced.
MAIN RAFTER
SECONDARY RAFTER
SLIDER
The black adjustment knob tightens the secondary rafter to the main rafter to keep the fabric taut in the full open position.
When closing the awning, the knob should not be tightened down until after the awning is rolled up and the travel lock is engaged.
AWNING RAIL
TOP
BRACKET
VINYL FABRIC
When the fabric is properly positioned, next check the position of the fabric on the roller tube. The clearance from the end cap of the torsion assembly to the edge of the fabric must be the same on each end. If it is not, adjust the fabric on the tube as necessary.
On the Elite 9000 and 9500 awning the fabric is held in place to the weatherguard with 1/8" pop rivets. Check the position of the fabric at each end of the weathercenter the fabric and re-rivet.
If the fabric on the awning is out of square, it could cause the fabric to telescope in one direction when rolling up, or to not hang properly in the open position.
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To check fabric for square, measure from the top right hand corner of the fabric (not the weatherguard) to the bottom left hand corner at the poly rope. Now measure from the top left hand corner to the bottom right hand corner as shown below.
AWNING
RAIL
WEATHER
GUARD
FABRIC
1ST POLY
ROPE
ROLLER
TUBE
DISTANCE FROM FABRIC TO END CAP (SAME ON EACH END)
The seams of the vinyl awning are electronically welded together with a heat seal. The welded seams are the strongest part of the fabric. If the fabric has wrinkles or sags, it may be due to improper seam welding. A close inspection may reveal the seams to be the source of the problem. If so, fabric replacement would be needed.
Whenever wrinkles are detected in the fabric, stretching of the weatherguard should be performed before the fabric is condemned for bad seams. See 2.3 for stretching instructions.
The aluminum guard on the Elite 9000 and 9500 is the last 15 inches of the awning that encloses it in the rolled up position, and protects the woven acrylic fiber fabric from the environment and elements.
In this check, the difference of the two dimensions should be no more than one inch. If it is more, the fabric is out of square, and replacement would be necessary.
When the awning is fully extended, the aluminum guard should have an arch of at least 2 inches. The arch helps water to run off rather than between the sections of the guard.
The weatherguard is the last 15 inches of the awning that encloses the fabric in the rolled up position. It protects the striped fabric from the environment and elements. The weatherguard is a heavy 17 oz. vinyl fabric.
#6 X 1/2" TEK SCREW
AWNING RAIL
TOP
BRACKET
When the vinyl weatherguard or fabric has
VINYL FABRIC excessive wrinkles, it will be necessary to stretch the weatherguard or fabric. Open the awning and allow the fabric to warm up. Remove one Tek screw, grasp the this procedure for the other end, making sure to stretch each side an equal distance, keeping the fabric centered between the top mounting brackets.
Close and reopen the awning three times. If wrinkles are still present, repeat the above stretching procedure. This may have to be done 4 or 5 times before all wrinkles disappear.
SECOND SLAT
2" MIN.
TOP SLAT/HINGE ASSEMBLY
BOTTOM SLAT
ELITE 9000 SHIELD ASSEMBLY
To check the aluminum guard for proper arch, open the awning to full extension, making sure the fabric is taut.
Hold a flat edge to the bottom of the guard and measure from the flat edge to the inside of the arch at its highest point. If the measurement is less than 2 inches, the guard should be replaced.
The arch of the aluminum guard is not important as the fabric goes under the aluminum guard and attaches the awning to the awning rail.
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6
D
9000 WITH HINGE SLA T
D
D
D
VINYL STRIP "A"
C
E
D
INSTALL A 1/8"
POP RIVET
EACH END
HINGE SLAT "B"
A - VINYL STRIP
B - HINGE SLA T
C - T
OP SLA
T
D - MAIN SLA T
E - A WNING RAIL
TOP SLAT "C"
VIEW RH END
E
C
D
D
D
D
D
INSTALL A 1/8"
POP RIVET
EACH END
9000 AND 9500 WITHOUT HINGE SLA T
5/16" CHANNEL
BOTH ENDS
MAIN SLAT "D"
VIEW RH END
5/16" CHANNEL
INSTALL TOWARD
CANOPY
1/4" CHANNEL
INSTALL TOWARD
AWNING RAIL
3/8" CHANNEL
FOR VINYL
STRIP "A"
HINGE SLAT "B"
1/4" CHANNEL
VINYL STRIP "A"
5/16" ROD IN
AWNING RAIL
The roller tube is a 3-1/2 inch diameter tube. It has three symmetrical grooves to retain the poly ropes of the awning fabric.
If the fabric appears to have more than normal sag, the roller tube deflection must be taken into consideration.
Depending on the length of the awning, the roller tube can deflect from one to five inches with the awning in the open position.
Installing a tension rafter will usually remove 80 per cent of sag and roller tube deflection. All awnings 22 feet and longer should be installed with heavy duty hardware which includes a center tension rafter, a center supporter, and heavy duty adjustable arm assemblies.
If the roller tube is bent, it will bounce up and down when opening and closing the awning. On the 9000 Series this can cause the aluminum guard to leak, because the guard assembly may not be tight.
provides tension on the roller tube to roll the awning up into the travel position.
The right hand torsion end cap contains a cam assembly which prevents the awning from billowing or unrolling during travel. It also allows one-person set-up of the awning by preventing rollback.
When difficulties are experienced in rolling the awning up, the tension on the torsion should be checked. In
#6 MACHINE SCREW
TOP CASTING
WASHER
3/16" POP RIVETS END CAP
WITH ASSY.
On the 9000 Series awning(see Section 2.5), an extruded black rubber seal is located at the awning rail of the coach. The seal slides into the metal hinge which connects the aluminum guard to the awning rail. This seal is designed to prevent water from running down the side of the coach.
To check, inspect the full length of the seal for proper positioning, and for cuts, tears or wrinkles. If any of these problems are found, the seal should be repaired or replaced.
On some units it may be necessary to silicone seal the lips of the rubber seal to the awning rail and the top slat of the aluminum guard as shown , to prevent water from running down the side of the RV.
FABRIC
TORSION SPRING/
STABILIZER ASSEMBLY
STABILIZER
IDLER SLEEVE
HEX LOCK NUT
TORSION ROD
ROLLER TUBE
SILICONE SEALANT
RUBBER SEAL
TOP SLAT
.
most cases adding a few turns of torque to each end will correct the problem. If all tension has been lost, refer to the following chart and apply the specified number of turns as indicated. This must be done with the awning extended two feet away from the coach.
METAL HINGE
AWNING RAIL
The torsion assembly has a wound coil spring which
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TORSION ASSEMBLY TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Turns
MODEL NUMBER
Awning Length (Ft.)
21
22
23
24
25
15
16
16'6"
17
18
19
19'6"
20
11
12
13
14
8
9
10
10' 8"
5000
-
-
7
7
6
6
6
6
6
6
8
8
10
10
11
11
11
12
12
12
12
7000
-
-
-
-
12
-
-
9
9
8
8
8
8
-
-
10
10
12
13
13
13
12
12
12
13
9
9
10
10
8
8
8
8
8
8
7500
8000
8500
9000
13
13
13
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12345678901
14
12345678901
12345678901
14
12345678901
14
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9500
Grande Pavillion
-
-
7
7
-
6
-
6
8
9
8
8
9
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1234567
1234567
1234567
See Spring Indentification Chart for No. of Turns
1234567
TOP CASTING
AWNING RAIL
RIGHT HAND SIDE
(VIEWED FROM FRONT)
AWNING RAIL
TOP CASTING
LEFT HAND SIDE
(VIEWED FROM REAR)
SPRING IDENTIFICATION CHART
Length
22'
23'
24'
25'
Painted red cap end and no paint on stabilzier end.
No paint on either end.
14
14
14
14
.120
8
8
8
8
.140
Painted red cap end and white on stabilzier end.
Painted white on cap end and no paint on stabilizer end.
one direction or the other according to which way the cam lock lever is flipped.
To check the cam lock on the A&E awning, unlock the main support arms. Hook the pull rod into the pull strap and try to open the awning. Be sure the cam lock lever is in the roll-up position. If the roller tube rotates 1/2 turn or more the cam lock must be repaired or replaced.
To check the roll-down position of the cam lock, open the awning to full extension. Grasp the roller tube with your hands and try to turn the tube in the direction it will roll up. If the tube can be rotated 1/2 turn or more the cam lock must be repaired or replaced.
When winding the torsion, be sure to wind in the proper direction.
Note: Rewinding must be done with the
Awning Fabric extended two feet away from the coach.
The side hems and poly ropes of the awning are stitched in with a sewing machine. At times the stitches can allow water to leak through to the inside of the roller tube. On vinyl awnings the stitches should be sealed with seam sealer, available at sporting goods stores. This will stop the water from running down the inside of the roller tube. For the woven acrylic fabric of the 9000, 9500 Series awning, Acrylife is an approved sealant.
When sewing in the poly ropes of the fabric, if a straight line is not followed it could cause the fabric to hang
The cam assembly locks the roller tube from turning in
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improperly. A close inspection of the stitching could reveal the cause of a sag or pucker.
If the pull strap is rolled up at one end of the awning, it can cause the fabric to telescope in that direction during roll-up, and create a bulge or wrinkles at that end. This could cause the awning arm to stay against the side of the coach when trying to open.
The awning fabric is woven acrylic, not vinyl. It is water resistant but not waterproof. Once a year it should be cleaned with Canopy-Clean and resealed to maintain its water resistance. Acrylife is an approved sealant for the
9000, 9500 fabric. Follow the directions for application of Canopy-Clean and Acrylife.
NOTE: Avoid touching the underside of the awning fabric when it is wet, as this breaks the surface tension of the water causing it to seep through.
The awning fabric is vinyl. It is waterproof. Once a year it should be cleaned with Canopy-Clean and treated with
Vinyl Formula 201 to protect and extend the life of the fabric. Follow the directions for application for Canopy-
Clean, and Vinyl Formula 201. Contact your distributor for these products.
On the 9000 and 9500 Series, when rolling up the awning, the roller tube assembly should not be slowed down before reaching the aluminum guard. This could cause the roller tube to stall at the guard.
The Tek screws are the two screws installed through the awning rail of the coach. They keep the aluminum guard from shifting in the awning rail. On vinyl and some acrylic awnings (see Sec. 2.5) they keep the fabric from shrinking with age. If one Tek screw is missing, the fabric will pull toward the remaining Tek screw causing the fabric to wrinkle.
aluminum guard, the fabric must be taut when the awning is extended. This will keep the sections of the aluminum guard tight against each other. Before tightening the black adjustment knob, be sure to apply enough downward force on the main support arm to pull the fabric taut.
#6 X 1/2" TEK SCREW
The travel lock must be fully released before trying to open the awning.
AWNING RAIL
FABRIC
TOP
BRACKET
MAIN SUPPORT ARM
UNLOCK
TRAVEL
MAIN SUPPORT ARM
LOCK
TRAVEL
LATCH
OPERA
TION
When closing the awning the pull strap must be rolled up at an angle from the center of the roller tube. This will keep the awning from telescoping forward or rearward, and will prevent a bulge from forming in the area where the strap is rolled up.
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A WNING RAIL
When water drips down the side of the coach, the seal between the coach and the awning rail must be checked. If improper seal is detected, reseal the awning rail.
There are three types of awning rail used in the RV industry. Of these, type A and B (see below) are acceptable for use on the 9000 Series awning that utilizes a hinge slat (see Sec.2.5) . Type C should never be used on the 9000 Series that utilizes a hinge slat
(see Sec. 2.5) as it could cause a binding problem on the aluminum guard assembly, but it is acceptable on the vinyl awnings.
Before condemning the fabric for sags or wrinkles, the awning rail should be checked. Open the awning and sight down the rail to see if the rail or sidewall varies up, down, inward or outward. This must be taken into consideration when checking a fabric.
OPENING
DOWNWARD
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Key features
Reinforced vinyl fabric
Durable laminated white vinyl weathershield
Stain and mildew resistant
Waterproof
Washable
Fully UV protected
Lengths 10ft to 16ft in one foot increments
Full approx. 8ft extension
Simple one-person setup
Frequently asked questions
The canopy fabric is reinforced vinyl, the weathershield is durable laminated white vinyl.
Lengths 10ft to 16ft in one foot increments, full approx. 8ft extension
Yes, it has a simple one-person setup.
