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Operating the awning repeatedly over a short time period may cause the circuit to sense
an overheat condition and shut o the motor. If this occurs, wait approximately 15
minutes to allow the motor to cool then operate the awning in normal fashion.
Normal operation time is 28-35 seconds to extend or retract. If the power supply is on
the low side of the acceptable voltage range (10VDC– 14VDC) the awning will move
slower.
Always operate the awning according to the instructions.
Periodically check that the fasteners are tight (tighten if necessary).
Keep the awning fabric and arms clean.
If power to the vehicle is not available, the awning can be retracted by jumping the motor
using a 10VDC – 14VDC power source such as a cordless drill battery or car battery.
1. Remove the front cover (the cover snaps onto the
rear cover). Press on both sides of the rear cover
until the front cover releases then lift the cover o.
2. Detach the RED and BLACK wires from the cable
to the motor.
3. Attach jumper wires to the motor wires.
4. Connect the other ends of the jumper leads to the
10VDC – 14VDC source. If the awning moves in
the wrong direction, reverse the leads. Maintain
contact throughout the retraction process.
5. When the awning is closed, remove the jumper wires
and reattach the cable wires to the motor wires. Be sure to match RED to RED and
BLACK to BLACK.
6. Snap the front cover onto the rear cover. Hang the cover on the top and swing it down
until it clicks.
Press the power switch to ON. The Direct Response system is activated and man-
ual controls are active. All functions are disabled if the switch is o.
Press and hold the EXTEND switch to open the awning.
Press and release the RETRACT switch. The awning will close completely. To
interrupt retraction, press and release the RETRACT switch again.
When the awning is retracted turn the power switch OFF.
Power switch should be set to OFF whenever the awning is not being operated
and during transport.
DO NOT USE A 110VAC POWER SOURCE FOR THE EMERGENCY
OVERRIDE PROCEDURE! Doing so will permanently damage the awning!
Do not use the Emergency Override without following the directions.