Dometic DA20DC - Page 20

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Installing the awning DA20DC
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NOTE
The recommended mounting position for each counter plate is
shown in fig. 8 A,page 1.
If any objects are obstructing this mounting position for the counter
plates, you can mount the counter plates as shown in
fig. 8 B,page 1:
 Choose a drill hole from the four drill hole pairs.
 Fasten each counter plate with four screws.
➤ Align the mounting bracket on the vehicle and mark where the holes are
to be drilled (fig. 8, page 1).
➤ At the marked points, drill holes with a diameter of 11 mm from the outside
through the external wall (fig. 9, page 1).
➤ Shorten the spacer sleeves to the size A = wall thickness W – 2 mm
(fig. 0, page 1).
➤ Insert the spacing sleeves into the holes from the outside.
➤ Trim the fastening screws to size B = wall thickness W + 14 mm (fig. 0,
page 1).
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NOTICE!
Observe the sealant manufacturer's instructions.
➤ Clean the adherends on the mounting bracket and the wall.
➤ Prepare the adherends with the primer.
➤ To glue and seal apply an elastic adhesive, such as Sikaflex
®
-252 for
example, to the back of the mounting bracket (fig. a, page 2).
Ensure to seal the holes properly to avoid moisture in the RV wall.
➤ Lift the mounting bracket to the wall (fig. b, page 2).
➤ Install the mounting brackets with backer plates, fastening screws, spacer
sleeves, washers, holder rings and nuts (fig. c, page 2).
Tighten the bolts to 5–9Nm.
➤ Wait until the glue has set. For further details, please refer to the
information provided by the sealant manufacturer.
➤ Use a screwdriver to loosen the two tabs on the right-hand cap cover
(fig. d, page 2) and remove the cap cover.