SECTION 11
CAMPING & OPERATING
84
Fig. 11.8 Close-up view of corner installation
1. Open the zipper and unroll the canopy
fabric.
2. Insert the two end divider bars “C” (with
gray caps) and the center spacer bar “D”
(7/8" tube) into the front pocket of the
canopy. These bars may be left in the
canopy during travel or storage, but make
sure they are removed during winter
storage to avoid corrosion.
3. Assemble the two parts of a tension rafter,
Pole “A.” Insert the peg through the “eye”
of the snap button pole “B” and the end
divider bar “C.” Compress the tension
rafter and place it in the center of the roof
side board, as pictured. The white crutch
tip from the tension rafter will rest against
the roof metal or the canopy bag.
4. If no screen room is being installed,
repeat step #3 on the front and rear
tension rafter, inserting the end of the
tension rafter through the snap button
poles “B” and the end divider bars “C.”
Position the tension rafter as in step 3.
5. After all the poles are installed:
a. Adjust the canopy to fit properly.
b. Adjust the height of the canopy with
the snap button poles.
c. Install the three stakes to anchor the
canopy in case of strong winds.
It is very important to have the correct slope in
the canopy. The side of the canopy at the
snap button should be about 19” lower than
the side that is attached to the awning rail on
the roof. If rain is anticipated, lower one side
to allow adequate run off. The canopy should
be removed for winter storage due to winter
condensation accumulation.
Fig. 11.9 Canopy setup
Close the canopy in the travel position if you
will be away from the RV, or if weather
conditions are stormy or windy. Heavy rain
can damage the canopy fabric and poles if it
is allowed to “pocket” on the fabric.
Maintenance
It is very important to keep the canopy clean.
Wash down your canopy; brushing lightly with
a cloth or soft brush. Keep the underside of
the canopy clean by simply brushing it with a
clean household broom. The underside can
be washed in the same manner as the top.
Hose your canopy down occasionally (every
month) with a garden hose. We recommend
doing this on a hot, sunny day.
ALWAYS roll up your canopy dry. If you ever
need to roll up the canopy when it is wet,
unroll it within 24 hours and allow it to dry.
Mildew will develop on damp and wet
canopies. In addition, be sure to follow the list
when caring for your canopy.
DO NOT...
□ Fold or roll in extreme cold temperatures.
□ Drag your canopy across any abrasive
surfaces, such as a cement drive.
□ Get insect spray on the fabric, as some
solutions may impair the water repellency
of the fabric and cause staining.
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
