Carefree 902820 Series User manual

070027-001 1 August, 2018
C AREFREE
CENTER SUPPORT RAFTER
KIT NUMBERS: 902820XXX
902821XXX
STRAIGHT CENTER RAFTER
CURVED CENTER RAFTER
RV Accessories
Carefree offers two center support rafters that fit beneath the canopy. These rafters are easily installed and removed.
The accessory slot can accept fabric with a 3/16" - 1/4" polyrod.
The instructions below apply to both configurations.
INSTALL THE WALL BRACKET
1. Determine the style of awning rail mounted on the vehicle.
2. On the awning rail, measure and mark the center of the awning.
3. For awning rails with the slot pointing straight down, measure and mark
6mm (1/4”) from bottom of awning rail. This is the location of the top of
the wall bracket.
4. Position the bracket beneath the awning rail as shown.
5. Secure the bracket using two (2) #10 x 1" hex washer head screws.
SELECT THE ROLLER TUBE CONNECTION
Two methods of connecting to the roller tube are available with the rafter.
Method 1 - Pin:
The rafter can be attached using the pin with a hole drilled into the
roller tube.
1. Open the awning completely per the awning instructions.
2. Mark the center of the roller tube.
3. Measure down from the canopy fabric 38mm (1.5").
4. Drill a 3/8" hole in the roller tube at the marks made.
Tip: Over extend the awning so that the marks are easily
reached with the drill.
Method 2 - Cradle:
No drilling is required with this method. The cradle fits around the
roller tube and firmly holds the rafter in place.
1. On the bottom of the rafter end, lift the locking tab up and pull
the pin out.
2. Hold the tab up and slide the cradle completely into the end of
the rafter. The cradle can only fit one way.
Curved Center Rafter
Straight Center Rafter
Awning Rail BracketLocking Knob Accessory Slot
Roller Tube End
Pin
Cradle
or
or
Pin
Cradle
AR001
Pin
Cradle
Locking Tab
Screwdriver
25.4mm
(1")
In Line with Wall Bracket
Mark Location and
Drill Ø 3/8" Hole
AR005
Center of
Roller Tube
#10 x 1" Screws
(2 per bracket)
AR004
#10 x 1" Screws
(2 per bracket)
Slot Down
Slot Out
Slot Out
#10 x 1" Screws
(2 per bracket)
6mm (1/4")Center of
Awning
Center of
Awning
Center of
Awning
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CAREFREE OF COLORADO CENTER SUPPORT RAFTER
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INSTALLING THE RAFTER
1. Open the awning completely per the awning instructions.
2. (Detail A) Hook the rafter onto the wall bracket.
3. Loosen the locking knob.
4. (Detail B) Press the front section of the rafter tightly against the roller tube. Tighten the locking knob.
NOTE: The curved rafter will press up against the canopy creating an arch in the center of the fabric.
NOTICE Always remove the rafters before closing the awning. Damage can occur to the awning and rafter.
Cradle
Pin
OR
Locking Knob
AR006
DETAIL A
DETAIL B
Locking Knob
Straight Rafter
Curved Rafter
Wall Bracket
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