Carefree ALTITUDE User manual

O WNER ' S M ANUAL
A LTITUDE
12V M OTORIZED A WNING
RV
Before operating the awning, carefully review the Owner's Manual.
The manual contains important safety information, detailed operating
instructions, common maintenance procedures and other useful
information.
T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 2 
Operation ............................................................................................................... 4 
Standard Switch Operation............................................................................ 4 
Positioning the awning (when extended).......................................................4 
Adjusting the Pitch......................................................................................... 5 
LED’s.............................................................................................................6 
Emergency Operation ................................................................................... 6 
Awning Care .......................................................................................................... 7 
Fabric Care....................................................................................................7 
Mildew.................................................................................................7 
Pooling ................................................................................................ 7 
Leaking................................................................................................ 7 
Arm Care....................................................................................................... 7 
Carefree Major Product Limited Warranty........................................................... 8 
Special Note: This manual provides a basic description of the product and the standard
operating controls provided by Carefree of Colorado. Some Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEM's) may alter or change the placement, style and/or functional
configuration of the switches. If your controls do not match the style or description
included, contact the coach manufacturer for an accurate description. OEM furnished
components are not covered by the Carefree warranty.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your recent purchase of the Altitude awning. We appreciate
having the opportunity to do business with you. Our customers are our top
priority, and we strive for 100% satisfaction. If you have any questions or
concerns about this order, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Check with your dealer to discover the products that can make your life more Carefree.
P RODUCT D ESCRIPTION
The Altitude awning provides motorized awning comfort with Carefree's standards for
looks, strength and dependability with a successful blend of style, quality and economy.
The unique "scissor" style arms do not require vertical ground supports.
The adjustable arms provide easy to use 6-position pitch adjustment.
The roller tube and arms are made from light weight, no-rust aluminum;
The 100% billow-proof, worm-gear drive motor eliminates the need for travel locks;
Simple single switch operation.
D ISCLAIMERS
The Altitude awning is a product of Carefree of Colorado, located in Broomfield,
Colorado, USA. The
information contained in or disclosed in this document is
considered proprietary to Carefree of Colorado.
Every effort has been made
to ensure that the information presented in the document is accurate and
complete. However, Carefree of Colorado assumes no liability for errors or for any
damages that result from
the useof thisdocument.
The information contained in this manual pertains to the current components and
software listed on the title page. Carefree of
Colorado reserves the right to
cancel, change, alter or add any parts and procedures, described in this
manual, without priornotice.
Carefree of Colorado agrees to allow the reproduction of this document for use
with Carefree of Colorado
products only. Any other reproduction or translation
of this document in whole or part is strictly prohibited
without prior written
approval from Carefree of Colorado.
S ERVICE AND S UPPORT
www.carefreeofcolorado.com/altitude
[e-mail]
Carefree of Colorado
2145 W. 6th Ave.
Broomfield, CO
80020

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W ARNINGS AND C AUTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert individuals to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible personal injury or death.
NOTICE Awnings are designed to provide shade and protection from the
sun. The effects of wind and rain on an awning are unpredictable and can cause
severe damage to the awning and/or the vehicle. If wind or extended periods of
rain are expected, roll up the awning.
NOTICE It is recommended that if leaving the RV unattended for a length of
time, retract the awning to avoid unexpected weather conditions.
NOTICE If installed, LED lighting must be turned off when the awning is in
the rolled up position. This is to prevent possible damage to the LEDs and/or
canopy.
WARNING Risk of fire. Keep all sources of heat and
flame away from the awning canopy. Fabric is NOT fireproof.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING This product contains chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
California’s Proposition 65 requires this warning to be given to customers
in the state of California.
Additional Warnings and Cautions are included in the text for the proper
operation of the awning.
I MPORTANT
N
OTICE : It is strongly recommended that adjustments and repairs not
described in this book be performed by trained technicians at your Authorized
Carefree Dealer. Work performed by non-authorized persons or businesses may
void warranty.

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OPERATION
S TANDARD S WITCH O PERATION
To Operate the Awning:
Press and hold the Patio Switch until the
awning is in the desired position then
release the switch.
P OSITIONING THE AWNING ( WHEN EXTENDED )
To prevent damage to the arms and to reduce pooling on the canopy, it is
important that the roller tube is correctly positioned when the awning is extended.
Use the Extend/Retract switch to adjust the roller tube position.
Valance
Hangs Straight Down
Canopy Lays Smoothly Over Roller Tube
Awning Extended Correctly
IF THIS TAG IS VISIBLE, THE
AWNING IS OVER EXTENDED!
RETRACT THE AWNING TO
THE CORRECT POSITION.
Valance
Awning Over Extended
Indicator Label
Trough
Awning Over Extended
LG030
A
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GO
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TravelR041
Press to
Retract
Press to
Extend

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A DJUSTING THE P ITCH
The Altitude arms have 6 pitch adjustment settings. The awning can be extended and
retracted in any of these positions without having to reset the pitch between uses. See
the NOTICES about unequal pitch settings.
CAUTION Use care when adjusting the pitch as the awning may move
abruptly.
With the Awning Open:
1. Grasp the awning arm in the area shown and gently pull toward the vehicle to
reduce pressure on the pins.
2. Fully depress both pitch adjustment tabs located on the scissor arm. There is one
on each side of the arm; these must be fully pressed in.
3. Slide the arm channel to the desired set hole - towards the coach to increase the
pitch and away from the coach for to decrease the pitch.
With the Awning Closed:
1. Fully depress both pitch adjustment tabs located on
sides of the scissor arm. There is one on each side
of the arm; both must be fully pressed in.
2. Move the tabs and adjustment mechanism up to
increase the pitch or down to decrease the pitch.
NOTE: For awnings 12' and longer: The awning can be retracted when the individual
arm pitches are set differently up to a maximum of six (6) positions difference between
the left and right arms.
NOTICE For awnings under 12': the arms must be set at an equal pitch
before retracting the awning. Damage to the arms and canopy can occur if the
awning is retracted with the arms uneven.
Tab s
Decrease
Pitch
Minimum Pitch
Maximum Pitch
Support and Lift This Area
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NOTE: The locking pins must engage
in the holes to hold the pitch setting.
Increase
Pitch
Adjustment
Mechanism
Locking Pins
Arm Channel
Tab
Tab
Increase
Pitch
Decrease
Pitch
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LED’ S
White (monotone) LEDs are a popular option providing lighting
beneath the awning. Factory installed LEDs are located on the
roller tube or can be mounted at the awning rail.
To operate the White LED lights, you must have the LED
power switch ON.
NOTE: Some OEMS may furnish their own switch that may appear
differently than the switch pictured.
RGB (Color) LEDs
Select OEMs may offer RGB (color) LEDs.
These lights use a separate IR (Infrared)
remote and sensor. The top of the remote
must be pointed at the infrared sensor on
the LED receiver module.
The remote control provides:
Simple push button on/off
Adjustable dimming
15 color choices + white
Special effects
(flash, strobe, fade and smooth)
E MERGENCY O PERATION
If power to the vehicle is not available, the awning can be safely retracted by jumping
the motor using a 10V-14V power source such as a cordless drill battery or car battery.
WARNING DO NOT USE A 110V POWER SOURCE FOR THE EMERGENCY
OVERRIDE PROCEDURE!DOING SO WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE AWNING!DO NOT
USE THE EMERGENCY OVERRIDE WITHOUT FOLLOWING THE DIRECTIONS BELOW.
1. Remove the front cover. To remove, press on both sides of the rear cover until the
front cover releases then lift the front cover off.
2. Detach the RED and BLACK
motor wires from the cable.
3. Attach jumper wires to the
motor wires.
4. Connect the jumper leads to
a 10-14V source. If the
awning moves in the wrong
direction, reverse the leads.
Maintain contact throughout
the retraction process.
5. When the awning is closed,
remove the jumper wires
and attach the cable and motor wires. Be sure to match the wire colors.
6. Snap the front cover onto the rear cover. Hang the cover on the top and
swing down until it clicks.
LED022
Dim OFF/ON
Color
Select Special
Effects
LEDRGB003
OFF ON
WRGB
FLASH
STROBE
FADE
SMOOTH
Front
Cover
Attach Jumpers to
Wires from Motor
Press on both sides
of the rear cover to
release front cover
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AWNING CARE
Maintaining a Carefree Awning is easy. Just follow these basic steps:
Always operate the awning according to the instructions.
Periodically check that the fasteners are tight. Tighten if necessary.
Keep the awning fabric and arms clean.
F ABRIC C ARE
NOTICE Do not use oil based cleaners or any caustic, granulated, or
abrasive type cleaners on your Carefree product.
1. One of the best ways to keep the fabric looking good and to delay the need for
deep or vigorous cleanings is to hose fabrics off on a monthly basis with clear
water. This practice helps prevent dirt from becoming deeply imbedded in the
fabric. In most environments, a thorough cleaning will be needed every two to
three years.
2. When it’s time for a thorough cleaning, the fabric can be cleaned while still
on the awning frame.
Use a soft brush and warm water with soap.
3. When cleaning the fabric, it is important to observe the following:
Always use a natural soap, never detergent.
Water should be cold to lukewarm, never more than 100F.
Air-dry only. Never apply heat to the fabric.
Always allow the fabric to dry thoroughly before rolling up the awning.
MILDEW
Mildew is a fungus growth that looks like dirt. Vinyl coated polyester fabrics are
mildew resistant because of a chemical biocide in the vinyl coating. Under
ordinary conditions, mildew will not appear. However, in areas where high
temperature and humidity are common, mildew can be a problem and require the
material to be washed more frequently.
POOLING
When water collects on the top of the fabric, this is known as "pooling". This can
occur during inclement weather or if a running air conditioner discharges over the
awning. The water is dumped when the awning is retracted. It is recommended
that if water accumulates on the top; retract the awning in steps (8"-12") to dump the
water. This will help prevent the fabric from stretching or distorting.
LEAKING
On vinyl canopies, side hems and poly cords are stitched in with a sewing machine. On
occasion, this stitching may allow water to seep or leak through. This is normal and not
a defect covered by warranty. Treat the seams with a quality seam sealer.
A RM C ARE
The best method of keeping the arms and braces operating smoothly is to clean them.
Dirt and debris can cause the arms not to move easily. Periodically wash out the
channels with running water (i.e. a hose). If the arms still do not move easily, lightly
spray the joints and pivot points with a dry silicone lubricant after the arms have been
cleaned and dried thoroughly.

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CAREFREE MAJOR PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY
Carefree of Colorado (hereafter referred to as Carefree) warrants to the first retail
Purchaser that the Carefree Product is free of defects in material and
workmanship within the terms and conditions as set forth in the warranty
statement available online at www.carefreeofcolorado.com. Carefree’s obligation
under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Carefree’s option, of
any defective component with new or factory refurbished components.
OWNER MUST RETAIN THE ORIGINAL PROOF OF PURCHASE AND/OR HAVE THE PRODUCT
WARRANTY REGISTRATION ON FILE AT CAREFREE FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS.
THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE.
For - Warranty Duration;
- Warranty Coverage and Exclusions;
- Warranty Terms of Coverage; and,
- Warranty Claim Procedures
Refer to publication
"Carefree Major Product Limited Warranty"
available online at
www.carefreeofcolorado.com
Register your Carefree products on-line at www.carefreeofcolorado.com
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