Re Tension Dometic Awning

Once you ve reassembled both arms check the awning tension.

Re tension dometic awning.

If it s suitable you re finished. We should test the tension before doing anything else. For more information call 5. Slip the end of the support arm back into the tension arm and tighten the screws.

View a complete step by step instructional tutorial for replacement of a new or damaged solera manual awning spring assembly. Reattach the rear awning leg and lower both leg sections completely. 2 the support arm consists of an outer and inner section. I am making a new fabric panel to replace the 2002 tablecloth fabric that disintegrated.

Loosen the tension knob you tightened at the beginning of the process. 1 lower the awning so the roller tube is as close to the ground as possible. Its wide canopy provides cover for the door and side window to protect both your entryway and you while you re looking for your keys. You can leave the support arms hanging freely but it might help to simply slide the stops back into the leg channel.

Step 1 prepare to re insert the cotter pin. I got the first panel done and assumed that all i had to do was wind the entire tube 8 turns etc. The tension arms are what you adjust to make the awning taut after it has been lowered. You do not need to put the screws back in.

When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed. Remove the 2 phillips head screws from the bottom end of the outer section. Roll the awning back up to observe how tight it is.