Carefree FREESTYLE EVOLUTION - Arm Noise; Adjusting the Pitch

RAGM FREESTYLE RM AWNING
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A RM N OISE
After a period of use, the arm knuckle joints may slide together slightly making a
squeaking or squealing noise; this is normal and not a reason for concern. To reduce
the sound, apply a few drops of multi-purpose oil (3-IN-1
® 1
or equivalent) on the
knuckle joint seams. Operate the awning and repeat 3-4 times to allow the oil to
penetrate into the joint.
A DJUSTING THE P ITCH
The awning opens and closes with a steep pitch. On low profile vans, the
leading edge of the awning may hit the top of the sliding door if the door is open
while extending or retracting the awning. To prevent this, the lower limit of the
pitch can be adjusted upwards.
NOTICE Use care to not raise the awning pitch to high. This can prevent
the lead rail from closing properly. If in doubt, try closing the awning, if the lead
rail does not close properly then lower the pitch.
1. Open the awning to access the screws located on the side of the arm case
knuckles.
2. For Original Configurations:
2.1. Using an 8mm allen wrench,
loosen the 2 screws on the
side of the case connector.
2.2. Have a second person lift the
lead rail to the desired height.
2.3. When the pitch is set at the
desired angle, tighten the
screws. Torque to 25-30 ft-lbs.
3. For Current Configurations:
3.1. Loosen the screw on the side
of the case connector.
3.2. Turn the 10mm (5mm allen
wrench) clockwise to raise the
pitch or counterclockwise to
lower the pitch.
Tip: When raising the pitch
have a second person lift up
on the lead rail.
3.3. When the pitch is set at the
desired angle, tighten the screw. Torque to 25-30 ft-lbs.
4. Repeat for each arm. Ensure that the lead rail is parallel with the awning case.
NOTE: The Freestyle RM lead rail self-adjusts to accommodate the pitch. No
adjustment is required to the lead rail when the pitch is adjusted.
1
3-IN-1
®
is a registered trademark of the WD-40 company.
Loosen Screws to Adjust
Tighten to 50 ft-lbs. When Finished
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Current Configuration
Original Configuration
Loosen Screw to Adjust
Tighten to 25-30 ft-lbs. When Finished
Adjustment Screw
Lower Raise