How to remove a torsion pin on an awning?
Slowly let the torsion spring unwind completely. Repeat Steps 1 & 2 for the opposite end. NOTE: If the awning’s right-hand torsion assembly has been pinned, the cotter pin must be removed from the torsion assembly before the spring can be unwound.
What’s the best way to replace an awning?
The cam lock lever on the right-hand torsion assembly must be turned clockwise to the roll up position, before the spring can be unwound. 1. Make sure the torsion spring has been relieved of its tension (see Section C.) 2. Mark or make note of the location of the fabric and the end cap on the roller tube.
Can You unwind an awning while standing on the ground?
The unwinding can also be done while standing on the ground and the awning fully extended and the opposite side rafter locked in place. The torsion spring will be wound with 8/eight more turns in this position and is extremely dangerous. Severe injuries can result from the rapid spin-off of the top casting.
How do you replace fabric on a Dometic awning?
Dometic requires the use of the end cap guide to prevent damages to the fabric, when replacing the fabric/roller tube. Place the end cap guide supplied with the replace- ment fabric/roller tube on the end of the roller tube. Slide the fabric and valance ropes through the end cap guide and onto the roller tube. See figure 5.
Slowly let the torsion spring unwind completely. Repeat Steps 1 & 2 for the opposite end. NOTE: If the awning’s right-hand torsion assembly has been pinned, the cotter pin must be removed from the torsion assembly before the spring can be unwound.
The cam lock lever on the right-hand torsion assembly must be turned clockwise to the roll up position, before the spring can be unwound. 1. Make sure the torsion spring has been relieved of its tension (see Section C.) 2. Mark or make note of the location of the fabric and the end cap on the roller tube.
How to re-tension a recreational vehicle awning?
This is a step-by-step guide that will walk with you through re-tensioning the spring in your recreational vehicle’s awning. It is assumed that you have already taken down the awning, released the tension and the torsion assembly, and replaced the locks and caps before re-tensioning the spring.
The unwinding can also be done while standing on the ground and the awning fully extended and the opposite side rafter locked in place. The torsion spring will be wound with 8/eight more turns in this position and is extremely dangerous. Severe injuries can result from the rapid spin-off of the top casting.
