A&E Systems TRAVEL-AWN 5000 User Manual

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A&E Systems Inc.
3100 Segerstrom, Santa Ana, California 92704 U.S.A.
Telephone: (714)
540-6444. TWX: 910-595-2577
TRAVEL-AWN 5000
TO OPEN
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1.
Insert the Hook Rod between the two Lugs of the Lift Cam
as shown in Fig.
1A. Depress the Push Button with one hand
and rotate the Lift Cam by pushing down on the Hook Rod
with the other hand. When the Lift Cam is turned
180,
release the Push Button and let the Button catch a punched
hole in the side of the Adjustable Arm. The Support Arm is
now unlocked. Repeat this step on the other side. If desired,
the Support Arm may be unlocked without using the Lift Cam
(Fig. 1B)
NOTE: Lubricate the Push Button when it becomes
sticky.
2. Pull down on the E-Z Pull and extend Awning Fabric
all the way out.
NOTE: If the E-Z Pull cannot be reached, use the Hook
Rod provided.
3. Keeping the Awning from rolling back, move to a side
and slide the Rafter Arm up the Support Arm until it snaps
into place at the top of the Support Arm.
Push Support Arm down and tighten the Knob on Rafter
Arm to hold Fabric stretched. (Fig. 3A)
For the Airstream, Argosy, Silver Streak and the Park
Models only, remove the Knob found at the bottom of the
Support Arm (Fig. 3B) and secure it into the hole at the top of
the Support Arm. (Fig. 3C) Repeat Step on the other side.
TO ONE SIDE
4. Put E-Z Pull out of way by sliding it over to a side and wra
ping it around the Main Support Arm or the Roller Tube.
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5. To raise Awning, grasp Main Support Arm, depress
Side Button, and slide Arm up. When desired height is
reached, release Side Button and allow it to snap into a
punched hole.
Extend the other Support Arm to the same height.
6. For extended stays and where ground conditions per-
mit, the Patio Position allows easier access and more
usable space.
Pull out the Safety Spring Pin and detach Support Arm
from the Bottom Mounting Bracket. Set the Arm down on
the ground vertically and adjust height. Pound in the
spikes provided.
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Insert lower mounting bracket Spring-Pin into hole near
top of support arm to secure support and rafter together.
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(Fig. 6A.)
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A&E Systems TRAVEL-AWN 5000 Specifications

General

Category	Automobile Accessories
Model	TRAVEL-AWN 5000
Material	Polyester
UV Protection	Yes
Color Options	Grey, Beige
Type	Awning
Installation	Roof Rack Mounted

Summary

How to Open the Awning

Unlock the Support Arm

Insert Hook Rod, depress Push Button, rotate Lift Cam 180 degrees to unlock the Support Arm.

Extend Awning Fabric

Pull down on the E-Z Pull to extend the Awning Fabric completely out.

Secure Rafter Arm

Slide Rafter Arm up Support Arm until it snaps, then push Support Arm down and tighten knob.

Position E-Z Pull

Slide E-Z Pull to one side and wrap around the Main Support Arm or Roller Tube.

Raise Awning to Height

Grasp Main Support Arm, depress Side Button, slide Arm up, release to snap into position.

Patio Position Setup

For extended stays, detach Support Arm from bracket, set vertically, adjust height, and pound spikes.

Awning Maintenance and Features

Automatic Water Release

Lower one Support Arm to create a downslope for water drainage during rain.

Wind Strapping for Stays

Use for prolonged stays; wrap strapping around Roller Tube and stake down ends to prevent wind damage.

How to Close the Awning

Prepare for Closing

From Patio Position, reattach Support Arms. From Vehicle Position, lower Main Support Arm.

Relocate Support Arm Knob

For specific models, remove top Support Arm knob and store it in the bottom hole.

Retract Awning Fabric

Use E-Z Pull for controlled retraction, returning it diagonally to prevent bulging.

Lower Arm to Lift Cam

Press Push Button, lower Arm to Lift Cam, release to catch punched hole.

Secure for Travel

Ensure Top Casting hooks over Bracket Extension for travel position; secure both arms.