Lippert Components Solera® Manual Awning Crank Style - Manual (Page 5)

Rev: 07.30.2014
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Solera Manual Awning - Crank Style
Adjusting Pitch
NOTE: Without manually setting pitch to the awning, the awning will pitch itself to purge excessive water
pooling in one location and may dump a significant amount of water to either end of the awning
without notice.
1. Pitch can be set manually by adjusting the articulating arm to tip one side of the awning to allow water
runoff.
2. Extend awning to desired location.
3. Choose the side of the awning for optimum or convenient water runoff. Pull downward on the joint of the
articulating arm (Fig. 11) until pitch is set to allow for water runoff. Do not push the articulating arm past
straight. This will put tension on the gas strut and can break it. The Belleville washers and bolt allow for the
joint (Fig. 12A) to remain in the position set by the operator.
Fig. 11 Fig. 12
Fabric Care
If the awning is rolled up while wet, roll it out and let it dry as soon as conditions allow before rolling it up
again. This will help prevent the formation of mildew and add greatly to the life of the awning. Mildew does
not form on the fabric itself, but on the accumulated dust, dirt and grime. Periodically clean vinyl or woven
acrylic fabric using a mixture of ¼ � cup of dish soap mixed with 5 gallons of warm water. Liberally slosh the
mixture on the top of the fabric and roll the awning up for 5 minutes. This will apply the mixture to the
bottom as well. Roll it out and hose off with fresh water. Repeat if necessary. Allow to dry before rolling up.
Pitch
A