Cleaning & caring – Awntech DESTIN User Manual

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DAMAGE DUE TO IMPROPER ANCHORING, STRONG WINDS, RAIN, SNOW OR ICE

Awntech® Corporation does not guarantee its retractable awnings against damage that is weather related (such
as strong winds, rain, snow and ice) under any circumstances. These awnings are designed to protect the
customer from the sun and UV rays. They are not designed to hold snow loads, ice loads, water pooling loads or
loads from debris such as leaves and falling branches.

Also, if your awning is not anchored securely, it will lift. Retractable awnings make excellent kites. If your
awning starts to lift, we are not responsible and will not send free replacement parts. Securely anchoring is your
responsibility. We do not provide anchors because there are many wall types. You may find the correct anchor
to purchase by reviewing our installation instructions above.

When it comes to maintaining your awning, it is the best to be safe rather than sorry. This means that it is best
to keep your awning retracted until you are ready to use it, and then retract it when you are finished. If you
know that a strong weather front (rain or wind speeds of 30mph+) is coming, retract the awning.

CLEANING & CARING

NORMAL WEAR & TEAR:

Certain regions of the country are extremely hard on awnings of any kind. If you live in these areas, (High
Maintenance Areas: Florida, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada or high altitude areas) you probably already
know how the sun can take a toll. Normal wear and tear is not covered in our warranty and should be expected.
Damages caused by improper anchoring, strong winds, snow or ice are not considered defects. We offer
replacements at affordable prices.

CLEANING & CARING:

Awnings should be cleaned at least once a year in low maintenance areas and twice a year in high maintenance

areas (see high maintenance areas above). Cleaning consists of brushing off debris with a broom, brushing on a

non-detergent cleaning compound (such as ½ vinegar, ½ water), letting it sit for 20 minutes and rinsing. Regular

maintenance generally means a once-a-year cleaning, with additional care if stains or soil appear. Also,

remember that your awning is an exterior product. In the same way you wouldn't leave your automobile

outside without washing it for very long, you'll also need to clean your Beauty-Mark

awning to preserve and

extend its beauty and life. Please refer to the Cleaning and Care chart below if you acquire a stain from one of
the ingredients on the list.

CLEANING CHART FOR TYPICAL AWNING STAINS

STAIN