Carefree TRAVEL'R FIXED FLAT PITCH AWNING User manual

O WNER ' S M ANUAL
TRAVEL'R
12V MOTORIZED AWNING
RV
This manual provides operational instructions for:
TRAVEL'R FIXED FLAT PITCH AWNING;
TRAVEL'R FIXED STEEP PITCH AWNING;AND,
TRAVEL'R ADJUSTABLE PITCH AWNING.
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
From it's beginning in the early 70's, Carefree of Colorado has emerged as the
premier manufacturer of quality awnings and accessories for Recreational
Vehicles (RVs). Our full line of products can provide the accessories that match
your life style; no matter what type of RV you own.
Check with your dealer to discover the products that can make your life more Carefree.
The Travel'r series of awnings provides motorized awning comfort with Carefree's
standards for looks, strength and dependability. It is the successful blend of style,
quality and economy.
Features include:
The unique "scissor" style arms do not require vertical ground supports.
The adjustable pitch arms provide easy to use 6-position pitch adjustment.
The awning rollbar and arms are made from light weight, no-rust aluminum;
The 100% billow-proof, worm-gear drive motor eliminates the need for travel locks;
Can be installed using a single switch control or with the Direct ResponseTM
electronic system.
Highest head clearance of any vertical arm awning.
T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 2
Operation ............................................................................................................... 3
Standard Switch Operation............................................................................ 3
Direct Response Operation ........................................................................... 3
Adjusting the Pitch (Adjustable Pitch Awning Only)....................................... 4
Rain Release Setting (Adjustable Pitch Awning Only)......................................... 4
The Auto-Dump Feature................................................................................ 5
Emergency Operation ................................................................................... 5
Common Operational Questions ................................................................... 6
Awning Care .......................................................................................................... 7
Fabric Care.................................................................................................... 7
Mildew ................................................................................................. 7
Pooling ................................................................................................ 7
Leaking................................................................................................ 7
Arm Care ....................................................................................................... 7
Carefree Major Product Limited Warranty........................................................... 8
WARN INGS
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 AND SECURE.
KEEP ALL SOURCES OF HEAT AND FLAME AWAY FROM THE AWNING CANOPY.FABRIC IS
NOT FIREPROOF AND CAN BURN IF LEFT IN CONTACT WITH ANY FLAME OR HEAT SOURCE.
CAUTION It is recommended that if leaving the RV unattended for a
length of time, retract the awning to avoid unexpected climate conditions.

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OPERAT I ON
S TANDARD S WI TCH O PERATI ON
To Operate the Awning:
Press and hold the Patio Switch until
the awning is in the desired position
then release the switch.
D IRECT R ESPONSE O PERATI ON
The optional Travel'r Direct ResponseTM system detects awning motion caused
by windy conditions. The sensor is located in the motor head.
The system operates by gauging the motion of the awning's front edge (roller
tube). When the motion exceeds the factory preset threshold value the system
automatically retracts the awning.
Gust detection is incorporated into the software. When the motion value
suddenly and sharply increases above a safe maximum value, the awning closes
immediately.
Press & Hold
to Extend
ON/OFF Press & Release
to Retract
LCDR005
To Operate the Awning:
Press the power switch to ON. When power is on, the Direct Response
system is active and the manual controls are active. When power is OFF, all
functions are disabled.
CAUT ION It is strongly recommended that the power switch be set
to OFF whenever the awning is not being operated and during transport.
This acts as a safety to prevent the awning from being accidently opened.
To OPEN the awning: Press and hold the extend switch until the awning is open.
To CLOSE the awning: Press and release the retract switch. The awning will
close completely. To interrupt the awning retraction, press and release the
retract switch again. The awning will stop.
When the awning is in the retracted (rolled up) position, shut off the power
switch to avoid accidentally extending the awning.
Don't have Direct Response?
Contact your Carefree dealer about having an upgrade kit installed.
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GO
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TravelR041
Press to
Retract
Press to
Extend

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A DJ UST ING TH E P ITCH (A DJ UST ABLE P IT CH A WN ING O NLY )
The Travel'R arms have 6 pitch
adjustment settings from minimum
pitch to maximum pitch. The awning
can be extended and retracted in any
of these positions without having to
reset the pitch between uses. See the
Warning about rain release settings at
the bottom of the page.
CAUT ION Use care when adjusting the pitch as the awning may move abruptly.
1. Extend the awning completely. It is
easier to adjust the pitch when the
awning is fully extended.
2. Hold on to the awning arm to keep
it steady while adjusting the pitch.
3. Press in the pitch adjustment pin
located on the long scissor arm.
Tip: Applying LIGHT pressure on
the arm will decrease the force
required to press the pitch
adjustment pins.
4. Slide the scissor arm to the
desired set hole - towards the
coach for a lower pitch and
away from the coach for a
higher pitch.
R AI N R ELEASE S ET TIN G (A DJ UST ABLE P IT CH A WN ING O NLY )
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 AND SECURE.
If the awning is extended during rain, position one arm at a
shallow) pitch and the other arm at a steeper pitch. This
provides a slope to allow the water to run off to one side.
Note: The awning can be retracted with the arms set in
the rain release setting. The pitch does not have to be
equalized before closing. See Warning below.
WARN ING DO NOT SET THE ARMS AT MORE
THAN THREE (3) POSITIONS DIFFERENT BETWEEN THE
SHALLOW AND STEEP PITCH.DAMAGE TO THE ARMS AND
CANOPY CAN OCCUR IF THE AWNING IS RETRACTED WHEN
THE ARMS ARE SET AT MORE THAN 3POSITIONS
DIFFERENCE.
Maximum
Pitch
Minimum
Pitch
TravelR033
Pitch Adjustment Pin
Support and Lift in this area
Lift up
when pin is
at front of hole
Pull down
when pin is at
back of hole
Wall
TravelR035
Pitch Adjustment Pin Tip
Min.
Max.
Shallow
Pitch
Steeper
Pitch
TravelR034
3 Positions
Maximum Difference
TravelR039
Minimum
Pitch
Rain Release
Setting

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T HE A UTO -D UM P F EATU RE
The flat pitch Travel'r and the adjustable pitch Travel'r (when the awning is set at the
minimum flat pitch) will automatically dump accumulated water. The feature works by
having one arm automatically folding partially closed to create a valley in the canopy.
The valley allows the water to run off one side to prevent pooling. When the rain has
stopped and the water has drained, the arm will extend back to normal.
This feature is disabled when accessories such as rafters, tie-downs or Add-A-Rooms
are installed and when the adjustable pitch awning is set in a rain release setting.
E MERGEN CY O PERATI ON
If the original power source fails or is unavailable, the Travel'r has emergency
override terminals (12V). The terminals can be used with a 10V-18V power
source, such as a cordless drill battery or car battery.
WARN ING Do not connect the Travel'r terminals to a 110V power
source! Doing so will permanently damage the awning!
CAUT ION Do not use the emergency terminals without following the
directions below. The electronic circuit creates a dynamic brake for the motor by
shorting and grounding the motor leads. Steps 1 & 2 remove the brake to allow
the emergency override to work.
DO NOT
Disconnect
Wires to Motor
Disconnect
Input Wires
From Rear
Cover
Travelr044
Motor Front Cover
DETAIL A
DETAIL B
Emergency
Terminals
DETAIL C
1. (Detail A) Remove the front cover from the motor head. There are six (6)
small screws in the rear of the motor head.
2. (Detail B) Disconnect the input cable wires from the terminals. DO NOT
disconnect the wires to the motor.
3. Leave the wires disconnected and reattach the front cover.
4. (Detail C) Attach the provided jumper leads to the terminals, located on the
rear of the motorized head.
5. Connect the other ends of the jumper leads to a 12V source. If the awning
does not begin to move, reverse the leads.
6. Maintain contact throughout the retraction process.
CAUT ION Be careful when retracting the awning as the awning may
move abruptly.