RV Awning Install, Maintain, and Repair

Awning install checks

Check	Requirement	Stop
Clearance	41 inches for the standard 18-inch arm or 65 inches for the 33-inch XL arm.	Stop if wall space is short.
Awning rail	Center the rail 3 inches above the window frame and apply sealant before fastening.	Stop if the rail cannot be sealed.
Polycord	Unroll one full roll, insert the polycord, and center the fabric.	Stop if the polycord will not seat.
Support arms	Arms must be parallel and equally spaced.	Stop if the arms are not parallel.
Spring tension	Keep hands clear when removing cotter pins; the awning will try to close.	Stop if the spring is uncontrolled or damaged.

Task	Action	Stop
Wet awning	Extend and dry before retracting.	Stop if mildew or fabric damage is present.
Fabric cleaning	Mix 1/4 cup dish soap in 5 gallons warm water; retract 5 minutes, extend, hose, and dry.	Stop if the fabric is torn.
Tension	Check the spring turns for the awning size.	Stop if the awning will not retract.

Check	Action	Stop
Turns	Use the turn chart for the awning size.	Stop if the size is unknown.
Direction	Facing the awning, turn the right spring head counterclockwise and the left clockwise.	Stop if the spring does not move.
Cotter pins	Insert cotter pins while turning and keep hands clear.	Stop if the spring is damaged.
Support arms	Confirm the arms are parallel before retracting.	Stop if the arms are bent.