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Power Patio Awning User’s Guide
In Case Of Coach Power Failure Or To Manu-
ally Close Awning:
Important: This procedure will require two people.
When this procedure has been performed, the awning
must be serviced by a Dometic Service Center or a
qualified service technician before using again.
1. Slide the pull strap (provided) into the utility slot of
the FRTA.
2. While one person is holding onto the pull strap,
remove the screw in the top of the right top cast-
ing. The FRTA will immediately roll in once the
bolt is removed. Walk the awning to the closed
position.
3. Align hole where screw was removed and replace
screw into top casting to secure awning.
Screw must be re-installed to prevent awning
from opening during travel. Have awning
serviced by a Dometic Service Center or a
qualified service technician before attempt-
ing to open awning after this procedure has
been performed.
A&E Power Patio Awning Helpful Hints:
• 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
the formation of mildew and add greatly to the life
of the awning.
• Mildew does not form on the fabric itself, but on
the accumulated dust, dirt and grime. Periodi-
cally clean vinyl or woven acrylic fabric using a
mixture of 1/4 cup of dish soap and 1/4 cup of
bleach mixed with 5 gallons of warm water. Liber-
ally slosh the mixture on the top of the fabric and
roll the awning up for 5 minutes. This will apply
the mixture to the bottom as well. Roll it back out
and hose off with fresh water. Repeat if neces-
sary. Allow to dry before rolling up.
• Always make sure the awning is fully extended
before opening the entry door.
• Wrinkling is a normal characteristic of the vinyl.
This wrinkling may be more noticeable when re-
tracted and after prolonged periods when the aw-
ning is not used. This condition is normal. Leav-
ing the awning open in warm weather should
minimize the wrinkling over a period of time.
When To Get More Help:
This User’s Guide is intended to provide practical instruc-
tion for the sequential operation of the A&E Power Patio
Awning. If malfunctions occur that cannot be corrected by
reviewing this Guide, contact a Dometic Service Center or
a qualified service technician for assistance.