The awning is a secondary covering attached to the exterior of the rv.
Step by step manual trailer awning.
Even the carpet and the furniture inside the rv are less likely to fade with the much needed shade.
Step 1 undo the travel latch or lock that holds the awning to the side of the rv.
The rv awning complete kit includes everything you ll need for proper installation.
Your model may have a slide mechanism on the rv awning arm that releases the ratchet remotely.
The black knob at the rear of the rv awning arm.
The black knob at the rear of the rv awning arm.
Pull the ropes diagonally outward and secure into ground with included stakes.
Our rv patio awnings come in various sizes to fit any rig whether.
Hook the black pull strap on the awning with your awning rod.
Loosen the rafter knobs.
If you are looking for shade options we also offer complete camper awnings.
Choose from manual or electric complete rv awnings in a variety of colors so you can customize the look of your rv.
Loosen the rafter knobs.
An awning rafter knob also known as a tension knob top and travel latch bottom.
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Fasten velcro straps along both sides of awning.
Switch the ratchet mechanism to roll out position with the awning rod.
Roll out the awning using the awning rod.
You can use your hands to pull the strap the rest of the way until the awning is fully extended.
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Fortunately it was not rocket science.
If you have a standard spring loaded awning with small black rafter knobs loosen the knobs now just a few turns are necessary don t remove them or loosen them all the way.
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Use the rod to pull the strap straight out opening the awning.
Your model may have a slide mechanism on the rv awning arm that releases the ratchet remotely.
These should be snugged up when travelling to prevent them from vibrating loose and falling out.
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Replace the awning on the rv with your helpers lift the arms of the awning against the rv walking the awning in slowly as someone feeds the fabric back into the channel.
Studies suggest that an awning canopy can keep temperatures cooler to as much as 20 degrees.
Step by step safety instruction to install patio awning.
Tie the end of the guide rope to the loops on each corner of the front of awning.
Switch the ratchet mechanism to roll out position with the awning rod.
How to convert from manual to electric awning.
Once the awning is in place make sure the lower section of the legs are locked in so you don t have to worry about it falling.
