Carefree ECLIPSE 2015 User manual

052547-301r10 Printed in USA March, 2015
S ERVICE M ANUAL
ECLIPSE 2015 &ON
THIS PUBLICATION COVERS THE FOLLOWING MODELS:
RV Universal Eclipse

Eclipse w/ Direct Response Electronics
The information contained in the publication applies to all models listed. Details and procedures
unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately.
LED Lighting
Adjustable Pitch
E0069
Flat
Steep

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Overview..........................................................................................................................1
Eclipse Patio Awning Specifications: ..................................................................................................1
Canopy Replacement....................................................................................................................2
Installing the Tractioners.........................................................................................................................5
Motor Replacement.......................................................................................................................6
Replacing the Motor - Awning Extended ................................................................................................6
Replacing the Motor –Awning Closed.....................................................................................................8
Replacing the Gas Shock ...........................................................................................................10
Replacing the Arm Rollers.......................................................................................................... 11
Diagnostics..................................................................................................................................12
Standard Electrical................................................................................................................................13
Auto Retract Systems...........................................................................................................................16
Common Test Procedures....................................................................................................................19
Wiring Diagram - Single Switch Prior to July 2010...............................................................................21
Wiring Diagram - Single Switch - July 2010 and on..............................................................................21
Wiring Diagram - Multiple Switch Prior to July 2010.............................................................................22
Wiring Diagram - Multiple Switch After July 2010.................................................................................22
Wiring Diagram - WindSmart................................................................................................................23
Wiring Diagram - Direct Response prior to July 2010...........................................................................24
Wiring Diagram - Direct Response After July 2010..............................................................................26
Wiring Diagram - Direct Response w/ Pre Wired Harness...................................................................27
LED Lighting................................................................................................................................29
Switch Installation.................................................................................................................................29
Replacing the LED Strip .......................................................................................................................30
Canopy Harness Replacement.............................................................................................................31
Attaching the Harness to Fabric Wrap..................................................................................................31
Standard Service Procedures ....................................................................................................33
Programming the Remote Receiver .....................................................................................................33
Operational Notes:............................................................................................................................33
Battery Replacement............................................................................................................................34
Charging the Battery.........................................................................................................................34
Standard Maintenance................................................................................................................ 35
Fabric Care...........................................................................................................................................35
Mildew...............................................................................................................................................35
Pooling..............................................................................................................................................35
Arm Care ..............................................................................................................................................35
Hardware Maintenance.....................................................................................................................35
Motor Maintenance...............................................................................................................................35
Emergency Operation...........................................................................................................................36
Part Number Listing....................................................................................................................37
Part Number/Serial Number Location...................................................................................................37
Arms Part Number Configuration..........................................................................................................37
Roller Part Number Configuration.........................................................................................................37
Illustrated Parts List..............................................................................................................................38
Arms..................................................................................................................................................38
Electronics.........................................................................................................................................40

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PROPRIETARY STATEMENT
The Eclipse Patio 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 use of this document.
The information contained in this manual pertains to the current configuration of the models listed on the
title page. Earlier model configurations may differ from the information given. Carefree of Colorado
reserves the right to cancel, change, alter or add any parts and assemblies, described in this manual,
without prior notice.
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.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING A WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH,IF NOT AVOIDED,
COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
CAUTION A caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may cause minor to moderate
personal injury and/or property damage. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTE: A note indicates further information about a product, part, or step.
Tip: A tip provides helpful suggestions.
Safety Notes:
To avoid shock hazard and/or accidental system shorting, always disconnect battery or power source
before working on or around the electrical system.
Always wear appropriate safety equipment (i.e. goggles).
Awnings have significant weight. Always use appropriate lifting devices and/or helpers when lifting or
holding heavy objects.
When using fasteners, use care to not over tighten. Soft materials such as fiberglass and aluminum
can be "stripped out" and lose the ability to grip and hold.
Reference Publications located @ www.carefreeofcolorado.com:
052547-031 Eclipse Arms and Canopy OEM Installation Manual - Winnebago
052547-101 Eclipse Arms Upgrade for One-Touch
052547-211 Eclipse Owner's Manual - Winnebago
052568-001 Eclipse Arms and Canopy Installation Manual
052568-201 Eclipse Owner's Manual
052547-301 Eclipse Service Manual
052526-001 Direct Response Installation Manual (Upgrade Kit)
Carefree of Colorado 2145 W. 6
th
Avenue Broomfield, CO 80020 a Scott Fetzer company

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Eclipse Patio Awning uses unique “scissor” style arms that do not require vertical ground support. The
arms provide easy to use pitch adjustment—simply push together the pins on the arms, snap into the hole
set desired, and the pitch is set! The pitch can be left in any position and the Eclipse will roll up completely!
When the awning is rolled back out, it rolls out to the pitch setting previously set.
The awning roller tube and arms are made from light weight, no-rust aluminum. The awning fabric is
offered in either heavy weight vinyl or the Sunbrella® fabric, one of the most durable, strongest, weather-
resistant and fade resistant fabrics on the market.
The Direct Response auto-retract system is used for the hardwired Eclipse awning. The system may be installed
as part of the original motorized awning installation or as an upgrade to an existing motorized awning. An auto-
retract system offer unique features not available with standard electronics:
Full-Extend – Press and release the control to extend, the awning extends completely. It is not
necessary to hold the button when opening.
Full-Retract – Press and release the control to retract, the awning retracts completely. It is not. It is not
necessary to hold the button when closing.
Auto-Retract – The awning can be set to automatically close when windy conditions occur.
Remote Control – The operator can conveniently operate the awning from any location with a wireless
remote control.
Eclipse Patio Awning Specifications:
LENGTH 12' - 21' [366 - 640cm]
EXTENSION: 7' 6 3/4" [230.5cm] Drop @ Min. Pitch: 12" [30.5cm] Drop @ Max. Pitch: 40" [102cm]
Values are approximate, actual dimensions may vary with specific installations.
EXTENSION TIME: 28 Seconds (approx) RETRACTION TIME: 32 Seconds (approx)
POWER REQUIREMENTS: 12VDC (operating range 10VDC to 14VDC) Circuit Rating: 15 amp
POWER SOURCE: Motor and controls are routed and hardwired into the vehicle’s 12V system
EMERGENCY RETRACT: Electrical override system (external power source)
COLOR: Hardware: White, Black or Satin
Fabric: Heavy Duty Vinyl or Acrylic Fabric with Alumaguard or Uniguard
(refer to sales literature for colors)
Fabric Wrap: Weatherguard, FLXguard or Metal Wraps: Alumaguard or Uniguard

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CANOPY REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the canopy retaining screws in the awning rail.
2. Extend the awning out completely.
3. For awnings with LEDs in the roller tube:
3.1. On the motor side, remove the split grommet from the roller
tube.
3.2. Carefully pull the wires and connectors out of the roller tube.
Disconnect the connectors.
3.3. Clamp the LED harness connector outside the roller tube to prevent
it from falling back into the roller tube. This can be done with a paper
clip or similar device that will not damage the wires.
3.4. At the awning rail, clip the harness close to the canopy. Clamp
the harness going into the vehicle to prevent it from falling in the
wall.
4. Remove the screws that attach the end caps to the roller
tube and save.
5. While holding the roller tube up, pull the roller tube out of
the end cap of the motor head.
CAUTION Do not allow the roller tube to drop
toward the ground. The twisting motion can cause
serious damage to the idler arm.
6. Support the roller tube; pull the roller tube out of the end
cap of the idler head.
7. Allow the fabric and roller tube to hang down on the side of the
RV. Use care to not scratch the side of the RV.
8. Mark the slots that the current fabric is in then remove any
fabric retaining screws in the roller tube and tractioners
used with Alumaguard. Slide the roller tube off the fabric.
9. Determine the type of canopy replacement:
If replacing a full fabric canopy or canopy with Alumaguard or canopy with
Uniguard: For arms using an upper mounting bracket, it will be necessary
to remove the upper bracket from one side. After removing the bracket
brace the arm using scaffolding or similar support.
CAUTION The lower mounting screws for arms using the upper
bracket may not be mounted into structural members of the vehicle wall.
Failure to support the arm can result in damage to the vehicle wall.
For canopy only replacement for units with Alumaguard: The fabric is crimped
into the aluminum slat. Use a large flat screw driver or similar tool to spread
open the crimp on both sides of the fabric.
For canopy only replacement for units with Uniguard: Remove the retaining
screws from both sides of the Uniguard.
For canopies with LEDs at the awning rail: Disconnect the LED strip from
the harness for white LEDS or from the controller for RGB applications.
10. Slide the fabric out of the awning rail or metal wrap.
11. For canopies with LEDS at the awning rail: Slide the canopy and LED rail adaptor
out of the awning rail.
Upper Bracket
(After Market Installations)
Alumaguard
Uniguard TravelR014b
Idler
Motor
E0052b
Roller
Assembly
End Cap
#10 x 5/8 Screw (x4)
End Cap
LED006a
Clamp Wires
Clip Wires
Close to Canopy
Split Grommet
Canopy Harness
LED Wires

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12. Clean and deburr the roller tube slots and awning rail/Alumaguard/Uniguard as required. If not
previously done, spread open the awning rail track to facilitate inserting the new fabric.
Tip: Lightly spraying the slots with a dry silicone lubricant will help the fabric slide into the slot without
staining the material.
13. Unfold the replacement fabric
13.1. Slide the new fabric into the awning rail/Alumaguard/Uniguard.
13.1.1. For Alumaguard: Center the fabric, use a pair of side cutters or similar tool and crimp the
aluminum. Use care to not bend or distort the aluminum slats.
13.1.2. For Uniguard: Center the fabric and install the fabric retaining screws removed previously.
13.1.3. Allow the fabric to hang down the side of the coach.
13.2. For canopies with LEDs at the awning rail:
13.2.1. Carefully remove the staples from the rail adaptor and old canopy.
13.2.2. Slide the rail adaptor with LEDS onto the new fabric and secure with staples.
Ensure that the staples are flush on the top and bottom.
13.2.3. Slide the canopy and rail adaptor into the awning rail. Center the fabric and
install any fabric retaining screws removed previously
NOTE: While the awning fabric is fairly robust, care must be taken not to snag it on the awning rail.
14. If removed, install the upper mounting bracket.
15. Position the fabric feeders on the roller
tube. Be sure to use the same slots as the
old canopy.
16. Slide the roller tube on to the new fabric.
17. Remove the feeders.
18. Lift and align the roller assembly with the end cap on the motorized arm assembly. Rotate the end cap
until the slot in the cap aligns with the empty slot in the roller tube; press the roller assembly fully into
the cap. The end cap must seat squarely over the end of the roller tube.
NOTE: The roller assembly must be oriented with
the fabric going over the roller toward the vehicle
wall.
19. Secure the end cap to the roller tube using two
#10 square-drive screws.
20. Repeat to attach the idler arm assembly to the
roller tube.
LED009
Adaptor
LED
Canopy
Feeder
Trim Polycord 1" From Fabric
1-Piece Fabric 2-Piece Fabric
Travelr014c
Feeder
Trim Polycord 1" From Fabric
Travelr014d
Roller
Assembly
Align Slots
End Cap
#10 x 5/8 Screw (x4)
End Cap
Align Slots

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21. Check that the fabric is properly positioned. Adjust as required.
21.1. For vinyl canopies: Center the fabric on the roller tube. install the fabric retaining screws removed
previously.
21.2. For acrylic canopies: The canopy is flared (tapered) only on the motor side. The canopy is NOT
centered in the roller tube. The LH (idler) edge of the canopy should be parallel to the centerline of the
idler arm leaving a larger space between the roller end cap and fabric on the motor side. Install the
fabric retaining screws removed previously.
22. Roll the awning in and out several times to make sure that the fabric rolls squarely on the roller tube.
23. Secure the canopy to the awning rail using one, #6 x 3/8" hex head screw at both sides of the awning.
23.1. For vinyl awnings, place screw through awning rail, polyrod and canopy approximately 1” in from
the end of the fabric.
23.2. For Uniguard awnings, place screw through awning rail, polyrod and the soft connect material
approximately 1" in from the end of the fabric.
23.3. For Alumaguard awnings, place screw on the outer edge of the Alumaguard (not through the
Alumaguard).
CA006a
Vinyl w/
Weatherguard or FLXguard
Vinyl w/
Alumaguard/Uniguard
Dimensions are approximate.
Valance
Canopy
3"
4"
3"
4"
Roller Tube
Awning Rail
A
lumaguard .5"
Uniguard 1.5"
Alumaguard
Uniguard
Acrylic w/
FLXguard
Acrylic w/
Alumaguard/Uniguard
Roller Tube
Valance
Canopy
2.5"2.5"
Awning Rail
Roller Tube
Valance
Canopy
1.5"
Awning Rail
LH Canopy Edge Parallel
w/ Centerline of Arm
Valance
Canopy
2"
3"
Roller Tube
Awning Rail
Alumaguard .5"
Uniguard 1.5"
Alumaguard
Uniguard
LH Canopy Edge Parallel
w/ Centerline of Arm
Fabric Alumaguard
1"
#6 x 3/8
Screw
Polyrod
E0014
Fabric
1"
#6 x 3/8
Screw #6 x 3/8
Screw
Awning Rail
Awning RailAwning Rail Polyrod
Uniguard
Soft Connect

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24. For awnings with LEDs in the roller tube:
24.1. Connect the canopy harness connector and LED connector. Then carefully push the
connectors into the roller tube.
24.2. Place the split grommet over the canopy harness and press the grommet into the hole of the roller
tube.
24.3. If the canopy has a metal wrap, attach the wire to the inside of the wrap (see page 31) then proceed
with the next step.
24.4. At the vehicle wall, route the new canopy harness through the wall to the switch.
Tip: Tie the new harness to the old harness that was cut previously. Use the old harness to pull the
new harness through the wall to the desired location.
24.5. At the vehicle wall, provide a 3" loop of harness between the canopy and wall. Seal the wall entrance
hole and harness with a quality silicone sealant.
24.6. Connect the new harness to the switch. Two (2) .187, 18-24 awg female disconnects are provided
if connecting to a switch.
24.7. Alternate method: At the wall, splice the new harness to the existing harness using 24 awg butt
connectors. Push the connectors into the vehicle wall. Seal the wall entrance hole and wires with a
quality silicone sealant.
NOTE: Be sure to allow enough harness from the canopy to provide a 3" loop of harness and
adequate length for the connectors to be pushed inside the wall before sealing the hole and harness
with a quality silicone sealant.
25. For canopies with LEDs at the awning rail: Connect the LED strip to the harness for white LEDS or to
the controller for RGB applications.
For Alumaguard/Uniguard installations, go to "Installing the Tractioners".
INSTALLING THE TRACTIONERS
The tractioners are used with the alumaguard metal fabric wrap and uniguard with vinyl fabrics.
1. Partially extend the awning until the Alumaguard/Uniguard is extended with the edge on the roll bar as shown.
2. Unlock the keeper and wrap the tractioner around the roller tube.
3. Position the tractioner under the Alumaguard/Uniguard with a 1/4” gap between the metal wrap and
tractioner. Lock the keeper.
4. Repeat for the other end of the roller tube.
5. Extend the awning to verify that the tractioners are lifting the metal wrap up and over the roller assembly.
6. To secure the tractioner, drill a 1/8” hole through the tractioner and roller tube; roughly center the hole
between two slots of the roller tube.
7. Secure with one (1) #10 square drive screw.
1/4" Gap
A
A
View A-A (Uniguard)
Position Tractioner under
Alumaguard/Uniguard
Keeper
E0058
Alumaguard or
Uniguard
View A-A (Alumaguard)
Place Screw Between
Slots on Roller
1/4" Gap
Place Screw Between
Slots on Roller

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MOTOR REPLACEMENT
WARNING TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD AND/OR ACCIDENTAL SYSTEM SHORTING,ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE
VEHICLE BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SOURCES BEFORE WORKING WITH ELECTRICAL WIRING AND COMPONENTS.
Two methods are used for replacing the Eclipse motor. 1) Replacing the motor if the awning is extended
(fully or partially) and 2) Replacing the motor if the awning is fully closed.
REPLACING THE MOTOR -AWNING EXTENDED
Figure 1. Motor Replacement - Awning Extended.
1. For convenience, lower the awning to the maximum pitch setting.
2. On the motorized side, remove the two square drive screws attaching the end cap to the roll bar then
separate the roll bar from the end cap. It will be necessary to hold the roll bar and both arms in
position.
CAUTION The arms are under tension from the gas shocks. When the motor is
disengaged from the gears, the roller tube will be able to free spin and both arms will extend
from the gas shock tension. Use extreme care and hold the arms in position. It will be
necessary to have at least one other person holding the idler arm.
3. Hold on to the motor arm and allow it to extend to its maximum position.
4. Hold on to the idler arm and roll bar and allow the arm to extend to its maximum position while allowing
the fabric to unroll from the roll bar.
5. Use a ladder or other device support the roll bar.
CAUTION Do not allow the roll bar to drop toward the ground. The twisting motion can
cause serious damage to the idler arm.
6. On the right hand arm remove the front cover by removing the six (6) smaller screws from the back of
the motor head. Save cover and screws.
7. Disconnect the motor and cable wires from inside the rear cover. Carefully note the location of each
wire.
8. Remove the rear cover by removing the one (1) large screw from the back of the motor head. Save
cover and screw.
9. Loosen and remove the 3/8-16 lock nut from the mounting bolt. Make note of the number and order of
the spacer-washers between the arm mounting block and the motor head.
1
1
Spacers
(qty: 11)
3/8-16 x 6 Bolt
Front Cover
Rear Cover
Motor - Red Wire
Cable - Red Wire
Motor Head
Motor - Black Wire
Cable - Black Wire
1Wire color from the cable
may deviate on some models.
NOTE:
Standard Color
Red
Black
Deviation Color
Yellow
Brown
3/8-16 Lock Nut
#10 x 5/8 Screw
(qty: 2)
E0049

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Tip: When the nut is removed, the bolt will slide out of the arm mounting block inside the arm channel.
Placing tape on the head of the mounting bolt and the spacers will prevent them from falling out when
the nut and motor are removed.
10. Remove the motor assembly. The motor assembly consists of the motor, mounting frame, gears, shaft
and roller end cap.
11. Place the new motor assembly in position over the mounting bolt. Ensure that the spacer-washers
are all accounted for.
12. Secure using the washer and lock nut removed previously. The nut should be tightened until snug
but the motor head should be able to swivel by hand.
13. Attach the rear cover to the motor assembly using the large screw removed previously.
14. Attach the motor and cable wires to the terminals inside the rear cover.
15. Align the roll bar with the end cap on the motorized arm assembly. Rotate the end cap until the slot
in the cap aligns with the empty slot in the roller assembly, and then press the roller assembly fully into
the cap. The end cap must seat squarely over the end of the roller assembly when complete.
NOTE: On early units, a spider gear inside the end cap is used to hold the roller tube in position with
the drive shaft. The replacement end cap no longer requires the use of the spider.
16. Secure the end cap to the roller assembly using two #10 x 5/8 square-drive screws.
17. Restore power and test operation. If the awning moves in the wrong direction (i.e. extends when
retract is pushed) reverse only the two motor wires in the rear cover.
18. Attach the front cover using the small screws removed previously.

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REPLACING THE MOTOR –AWNING CLOSED
This procedure will require replacing the front and rear motor covers in addition to the motor assembly.
Figure 2. Motor Replacement - Awning Closed.
1. Place a large flat blade screwdriver or similar tool in the seam between the front and rear covers. Using
a twisting and prying motion, break the covers off. It may be necessary to use a hammer and lightly tap
the screwdriver into the plastic to establish a starting point.
Tip: Start at the bottom and work around the seam until the covers are off.
2. Disconnect the motor and cable wires from inside the rear cover. Carefully note the location of each wire.
3. Firmly hold the motor and idler arms up while removing the three (3) motor attach bolts and nuts.
4. Remove the motor from the motor mounting frame.
CAUTION The arms are under tension from the gas shocks. When the motor is
disengaged from the gears, the roller tube will be able to free spin and both arms will extend
from the gas shock tension. Use extreme care and hold the arms in position. It will be
necessary to have at least one other person holding the idler arm.
5. While holding on to the arms and roll bar allow the awning to extend to the maximum position; the fabric
will unroll from the roll bar.
6. On the right hand arm remove any pieces of the front and rear covers. Remove the cover's attaching
screws and save.
7. Remove the two square drive screws attaching the end cap to the roll bar, separate the roll bar and end
cap. It will be necessary to hold the roll bar and motor arm. Allow the arm to extend out.
8. Use a ladder or other device support the roll bar.
CAUTION Do not allow the roller tube to drop toward the ground. The twisting motion
can cause serious damage to the idler arm.
9. Loosen and remove the 3/8-16 lock nut from the mounting bolt. Make note of the number and order of
the spacer-washers between the arm mounting block and the motor head.
1
1
Motor - Red Wire
Cable - Red Wire
Motor Head
Motor - Black Wire
Cable - Black Wire
1Wire color from the cable
may deviate on some models.
NOTE:
Standard Color
Red
Black
Deviation Color
Yellow
Brown
Spacers
(qty: 11)
3/8-16 x 6 Bolt
Front Cover
Rear Cover
3/8-16 Lock Nut
#10 x 5/8 Screw
(qty: 2)
E0049a
Motor (ref)
Motor Attach
Bolts & Nuts
Rear Cover
(ref)
Front Cover
(ref)

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Tip: When the nut is removed, the bolt will slide out of the arm mounting block inside the arm channel.
Placing tape on the head of the mounting bolt and the spacers will prevent the bolt and the spacers
from falling out when the nut and motor are removed.
10. Remove the rest of the motor assembly. The motor assembly consists of the motor, mounting frame,
gears, shaft and roller end cap.
11. Place the new motor assembly in position over the mounting bolt. Ensure that the spacer-washers are
all accounted for.
12. Secure using the washer and lock nut removed previously. The nut should be tightened until snug but
the motor head should be able to swivel by hand.
13. Attach the rear cover to the motor assembly using the large screw removed previously.
14. Attach the motor and cable wires to the terminals inside the rear cover.
15. Align the roll bar with the end cap on the motorized arm assembly. Rotate the end cap until the slot
in the cap aligns with the empty slot in the roller assembly, and then press the roller assembly fully into
the cap. The end cap must seat squarely over the end of the roller assembly when complete.
NOTE: On early units, a spider gear was inside the end cap to hold the roller tube in position with the
drive shaft. The replacement end cap no longer requires the use of the spider.
16. Secure the end cap to the roller assembly using two #10 x 5/8 square-drive screws.
17. Restore power and test operation. If the awning moves in the wrong direction (i.e. extends when retract
is pushed) reverse only the two motor wires in the rear cover.
18. Attach the front cover using the small screws removed previously.

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REPLACING THE GAS SHOCK
CAUTION The gas shock has approximately 85 lbs. of pressure in the closed position. A
pressurized shock can open rapidly when removed or released causing personal injury and property
damage.
1. Open the awning.
NOTE: The arm may not completely open when the shock has lost pressure or it is removed. It may be
necessary to pull the arm out and away from the vehicle to open the awning.
2. Remove the stop bolts and save.
3. Remove the two square drive screws attaching
the end cap to the roller tube, then separate
the roller tube and end cap. It will be
necessary to hold the roll bar and motor arm.
Allow the arm to extend out.
4. Use a scaffold or similar device to support the
roller tube.
CAUTION Do not allow the roller tube
to drop toward the ground. The twisting
motion can cause serious damage to the
idler arm.
5. Support the arm in the area shown.
6. Unscrew the shock barrel from the clevis in the
mounting channel.
Tip: Wearing a pair of rubber gloves will aid in gripping the surfaces of the shock.
7. Unscrew the shaft from the clevis in the arm joint. Set old shock aside.
NOTE: It may be necessary to use vice grips or pliers on the old shock to unscrew the shock from the
clevis. DO NOT use vice grips or pliers on the new shock. Damage to the surface of the shaft or
damage to the barrel can cause the new shock to not work.
8. Unpack the new shock and carefully allow it to extend to its maximum length.
9. Insert the new shock between the upright struts.
10. Coat the threads of the shaft of the new shock with a non-permanent thread lock (i.e. loctite) then screw
the rod into the clevis of the arm elbow. Hand-tighten only.
11. Lift and hold the arm up in the area indicated in Figure 9. The arm should be unfolded and extended as
far as possible.
12. Coat the threads of the barrel of the new shock with a non-permanent thread lock (i.e. loctite) then
screw the barrel into the clevis in the mounting channel. Hand-tighten only. It will be necessary to grip
and hold the shaft while turning the barrel.
13. Align the roll bar with the end cap on the arm assembly. Rotate the end cap until the slot in the cap
aligns with the empty slot in the roller assembly, and then press the roller assembly fully into the cap.
The end cap must seat squarely over the end of the roller assembly when complete.
14. Secure the end cap to the roller assembly using two #10 x 5/8 square-drive screws.
15. Partially retract the awning. It may be necessary to lightly pull down on the lower arm at the mounting
channel until the rollers are past the location of the stop bolts. Always pull down from the bottom of the
arm to avoid pinching.
16. Reinstall the stop bolts removed in step 2.
E0054
Loosen
Loosen
Stop
Bolts
Set Arm at
Minimum Pitch
Support and Lift in this area
Align Slots
End Cap #10 x 5/8 Screw (x2)

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REPLACING THE ARM ROLLERS
Use Kit number R019291-005 for white or
R019251-006 for black.
1. Open the awning completely.
2. Use a ladder or scaffold to support the roller tube.
3. Disconnect power to the awning.
4. Cut the tie bracket in half.
5. Drill out the roll rivets from the roller on both sides
of the arm. Drill only the rivet; do not drill into the
roller mount at the bottom of the channel.
6. Spread the arm channels and hold slightly skewed.
From inside the channels, drill out the 4 rivets that
hold the tie bracket halves. Remove and discard
parts.
7. Pull out the roller from the channel. It may be
necessary to use a flat blade screwdriver or similar
tool to "pop out" the roller.
CAUTION USE A RAG OR SIMILAR PROTECTION
BETWEEN ANY TOOLS AND THE SURFACES OF THE ARMS.
THIS IS TO PREVENT SCRATCHING OR DAMAGING THE
SURFACE.
8. Assemble the new roller, standoff and rivet as
shown then insert the roller into the channel of the
extrusion. It may be useful to use a clamp or wide
mouth pair of pliers to squeeze the new roller into
the channel of the extrusion.
9. Slide the arm channels onto the rivets.
NOTE: It is not necessary to crimp or roll the new
roller rivet. When the assembly is complete;
the rivet is trapped and cannot come out.
10. Position the new tie bracket between the arm
channels.
11. Attach using four (4) each 1/4-20 x 1 truss head
screws and nylock nuts. Use the existing rivet
holes in the channels. Before tightening, make
sure that the front of the bracket is parallel with the
front face of the channels.
12. Clean the surface of the bracket then attach the
warning label to the front of the bracket.
13. Remove the roller tube supports and reconnect
power to the awning.
Cut Tie Bracket
Drill Out Rivet
Holding Roller
(2 plcs)
E0061a
Drill Out and Remove
Bracket Rivets
(4 plcs)
Remove Roller
From Extrusions
E0061b
Roller
Standoff
Rivet
Insert Rollers
into Channel
(2 plcs)
Slide Arm
Onto Rivet
E0061c
Tie Bracket
1/4-20 Screw
& Nut
(4 plcs)
E0061d
DANGER
KeepHands Clear
Label

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DIAGNOSTICS
The following procedures are intended to aid the service technician to logically resolve operational issues
with the mechanical and standard electronics installations.
Common Operational Items
The following items are operational items that may come up as questions during normal operation. These
are also given in the operator's manual.
1. The motor has a thermal protection circuit. If the motor overheats, the circuit will shut off the motor.
Wait approximately 15 minutes, operation will return to normal. As an example, this may occur if the
awning is fully closed and retract switch pushed repeatedly, then the awning does not extend.
2. The awning seems to extend and retract slowly. The operational range is 28-35 seconds to extend or
retract. If the power supply is on the low side of the range (10V) the awning will move slower.
3. The awning may appear to move jerkily. When the fabric is rolled out, the Alumaguard or Uniguard
may "bounce" creating a wave like motion in the canopy fabric. This will create the appearance of
moving jerkily.
4. With Uniguard, the awning sticks or hangs up. When Uniguard is installed with a vinyl canopy, the vinyl
will have a tendency to "cling" to the Uniguard when not used over an extended period. Open and
close the awning in short bursts 2 or 3 times, the awning will then open normally.
Refer to the appropriate wiring diagram for the system being tested:
STANDARD ELECTRICAL
Wiring diagram – single switch page 21
Wiring diagram – multiple switch page 21
AUTO RETRACT SYSTEMS:
Wiring diagram – Windsmart page 23
Wiring diagram – Direct Response page 24
Procedures in this section: Page
STANDARD ELECTRICAL................................................................................................................... 13
D01 THE AWNING OPERATES IN REVERSE OF THE SWITCH PLATE ...................................................13
D02 THE AWNING DOES NOT EXTEND AND/OR RETRACT .................................................................13
D03 ARM DOES NOT EXTEND OR DOES NOT EXTEND COMPLETELY .................................................15
AUTO RETRACT SYSTEMS................................................................................................................ 16
D04 THE AWNING OPERATES IN REVERSE OF THE SWITCH PLATE MARKINGS ..................................16
D05 THE AWNING DOES NOT EXTEND AND/OR RETRACT USING THE PATIO SWITCH.........................16
D06AAWNING DOES NOT AUTO-RETRACT DURING WINDY CONDITIONS -WINDSMART.....................17
D06BAWNING DOES NOT AUTO-RETRACT DURING WINDY CONDITIONS –DIRECT RESPONSE..........17
D07 AWNING DOES NOT MOVE WHEN KEY FOB BUTTONS ARE PUSHED...........................................18
COMMON TEST PROCEDURES...........................................................................................................19
CT01 TESTING A SWITCH AND HARNESS .........................................................................................19
CT02 TESTING THE CONTROL BOX .................................................................................................20
CT03 TESTING THE BATTERY AND CHARGER ..................................................................................20

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STANDARD ELECTRICAL
The following procedures are intended to aid the service technician to logically resolve operational issues
with the mechanical and standard electronics installations.
In the charts below, YES is a positive response to the test; NO is a negative response.
D01 THE AWNING OPERATES IN REVERSE OF THE SWITCH PLATE
This condition generally occurs during new installations or when major components have been replaced.
A Confirm Switch is mounted in correct position and correctly
oriented. YES Switch mounted OK; go to test B
NO Carefully remove the switch, rotate
180 and reinstall in panel. Reconnect
harnesses and retest
B Confirm switch is wired correctly. Use the wiring diagram and
confirm the wires to/from the switch to the connector are
correctly placed.
YES Switch wired OK; go to test C
NO Rewire the switch according to the
wiring diagram
D02 THE AWNING DOES NOT EXTEND AND/OR RETRACT
For Multiple Switch configurations, the Power switch must be ON.
A Check Installation Integrity
Use the wiring diagram and confirm that the components and
wiring are properly installed and connected
YES Go to test B
NO Correct as required
B Confirm Power Supply
Is vehicle battery or power source providing 10V to 14V to the
Switch (Power switch for Multiple switch installations) For
battery installations, use test procedure “CT03 Testing the
Battery” on page 20.
YES Go to test B
NO Correct as required
C Test Motor Function
1. For installations with an external plug; Disconnect plug.
2. For installations with a single switch; Remove switch plate and
disconnect the motor wires from the switch.
3. For installations with multiple switches, disconnect the
connector from the relay to the motor. If no connector, remove
the butt splices on the red and black wires from the motor. Cap
the wires to prevent shorting
4. Attach jumper leads to the emergency terminals located
on the back of the motor head.
5. Connect the other ends of the jumpers to a 12-18VDC
power source (i.e. drill battery). It may be necessary to try
then reverse the leads on the battery and try again.
6. Does the motor run?
YES Motor is good, go to test C
NO Motor is defective - replace
D Test wire continuity between motor and wire ends. YES Wire continuity good – reconnect the
wires disconnected in the previous
test then go to test E
NO Repair as required then reconnect
the wires disconnected in the
previous test.
DO2 continued on next page

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D02 (CONT)
E Test Switch Function – Single Switch Installation (this test requires a continuity tester)
The Patio Switch used in the Single Switch Installation is a center on that is internally cross-wired to short in the
center position to provide dynamic braking for the motor to prevent "drift" when the awning is stopped.
Test 1 is for Series I & II switches. Use Test 2 for Series III switches.
Observe continuity for switch in center position, extend position and retract position.
1a Place one lead of tester
on pin 2B. Touch 2nd
lead to the other pins
one at a time.
Pin: Center Extend Retract YES Test OK, all checks pass – go to step
1b
3 N Y N
6 Y N Y
5B Y N N NO Test failed; switch defective - replace
N = no continuity, Y = continuity
1b Place one lead of tester
on pin 5B. Touch 2nd
lead to the other pins
one at a time.
Pin: Center Extend Retract YES Test OK, all checks pass – Revaluate
problem, cause is not electrical
3 N N Y
6 Y Y N
NO Test failed; switch defective - replace
N = no continuity, Y = continuity
Test 2 is for Series III switches. Use Test 1 for Series I & II switches.
Observe continuity for switch in center position, extend position and retract position.
2a Place one lead of tester
on 12V pin (3). Touch
2nd lead to the other
pins one at a time.
Pin: Center Extend Retract YES Test OK, all checks pass – go to step 2b
2 N N Y
4 N Y N
N = nocontinuity,Y = continuity NO Test failed; switch defective - replace
All other pins should be NO in all
switch positions
2b Place one lead of tester
on Ground1pin (1).
Touch 2nd lead to the
other pins one at a time.
Pin: Center Extend Retract YES Test OK, all checks pass – go to step 2c
2 Y Y N
N = nocontinuity,Y = continuity NO Test failed; switch defective - replace
All other pins should be NO in all
switch positions
2c Place one lead of tester
on Ground2pin (5).
Touch 2nd lead to the
other pins one at a time.
Pin: Center Extend Retract YES Test OK, all checks pass – Revaluate
problem, cause is not electrical
4 Y N Y
N = nocontinuity,Y = continuity NO Test failed; switch defective - replace
All other pins should be NO in all
switch positions
Travelr019
Note:
The Series II switch terminals are not labeled.
The illustrations are labeled for identification purposes
in the procedures above.
Series I Switch
(Retract)
(Extend)
(Center)
6
5B
4
3
2B
1
Series II Switch
(Retract)
(Extend)
(Center)
(6)
(5B)
(3)
(2B)
Travelr019a
Note:
The Series III switch terminals are not labeled.
The illustration is labeled for identification purposes
in the procedures above.
(Retract)
(Extend)
(Center)
Ground
1
(1)
12V (3)
Retract (2) (5) Ground
2
(4) Extend
Series III Switch

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D03 ARM DOES NOT EXTEND OR DOES NOT EXTEND COMPLETELY
A Visually confirm motor is working when control switch is pressed. YES Go to test B
NO Go to test D02 – Awning Does Not
Extend and/or Retract – page 14.
B Confirm that the arm channels, pivot points and contact points
are clean and clear of obstructions. YES Go to test C
NO Clean and Lubricate then retest. If
the arm still hangs up – go to test C
C If the awning has Alumaguard, check that the tractioners are
installed and positioned correctly (refer to page 6). YES Tractioners OK - Go to test D
NO Reposition and attach the
tractioners according to the
directions on page 6 and retest.
D 1. Open the awning. If the awning arm does not extend,
carefully pull the arm out as the fabric is unrolling.
2. Does the fabric sag when the awning is extended?
3. Inspect the shock. Is there evidence of dirt build up and oil
leaks on the rod?
4. Hand close and open the arm. Is the tension from the shock
mushy, weak or missing?
NOTE: To close the awning by hand, push the head of the arm
toward the coach. Pulling down on the head or roll bar WILL
NOT close the awning.
YES Shock is defective – replace. See
procedure on page 12.
NO Shock extends with arm and is
solid. Shock pressure is
approximately 85 lbs. Go to test E.
E This step only applies to new Uniguard and Alumaguard installations that do not extend correctly. Check that the
centerline of the roll bar is 3/4" ± 1/4" above the centerline of the awning rail. Refer to 052547-001 Eclipse Arms
and Canopy After Market Installation Manual or 052547-021 Eclipse Arms and Canopy OEM Installation Manual
and reposition the arms as necessary.

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AUTO RETRACT SYSTEMS
The following procedures are intended to aid the service technician to logically resolve operational issues
with the auto-retract installation.
NOTES:
1. Refer to the appropriate wiring diagram for the system being tested:
2. In the charts below, YES is a positive response to the test; NO is a negative response.
3. After July 2010, the Direct Response system uses an On/Off switch in place of the "Mode" switch. The auto-
retract system is active when the switch is in the ON position and disabled when the switch is OFF.
4. The Extend/Retract switch is also referred to as the Patio switch.
5. Orginal switches are labeled Series I. New switch configuration is labeled Series III.
D04 THE AWNING OPERATES IN REVERSE OF THE SWITCH PLATE MARKINGS
For series I switches, the Mode switch must be in the POWER ON or AUTO-RETRACT ON positions for the key FOB
to work. For series III switches, the On/Off switch must be ON.
A (Series I only) Confirm Switch is mounted in correct position
and correctly oriented.. The lens or lens caps should be on
the bottom of the switch as indicated by the shaded area.
YES Switch mounted OK; go to test B
NO Carefully remove the switch, rotate
180 and reinstall in panel. Reconnect
harnesses and retest
B Confirm switch is wired correctly. Use the wiring diagram and
confirm the wires from the switch to the connector are
correctly placed.
YES Switch wired OK; go to test C
NO Rewire the switch according to the
wiring diagram
C Confirm Operation of EXTEND/RETRACT Switch Use test
procedure “CT01 Testing a Switch and Harness” on page 19. YES Switch and Harness OK; go to test D
NO Repair or replace as recommended
in procedure and retest
D Is the control box operating correctly? Use test procedure
“CT02 Testing the Control Box” on page 20. YES Power and Control Box OK
NO Repair as recommended in
procedure and retest
D05 THE AWNING DOES NOT EXTEND AND/OR RETRACT USING THE EXTEND/RETRACT SWITCH
For series I switches, the Mode switch must be in the POWER ON or AUTO-RETRACT ON positions for the key FOB
to work. For series III switches, the On/Off switch must be ON.
A Confirm Power Supply Is vehicle battery or power source
providing 10V to 14V to the control box. YES Go to test B
NO Correct as required
B Test Motor Function
1. Disconnect Motor Plug from control box.
2. Attach jumper leads to the emergency terminals located
on the back of the motor head.
3. Connect the other ends of the jumpers to a 12-18VDC
power source (i.e. drill battery). It may be necessary to try
then reverse the leads on the battery and try again.
4. Does the awning move?
YES Motor is good, go to test C
NO Motor is defective - replace
C Test wire continuity between motor and control box connector. YES Wire continuity good – go to test D
NO Repair as required
D (Series I only) Confirm Operation of MODE Switch Use test
procedure “CT01 Testing a Switch and Harness” on page 19. YES Switch and harness OK; go to test E
NO Repair or replace as recommended
in procedure and retest
E Confirm Operation of EXTEND/RETRACT Switch Use test
procedure “CT01 Testing a Switch and Harness” on page 19. YES Switch and harness OK; go to test F
NO Repair or replace as recommended
in procedure and retest
F Is the control box operating correctly? Use procedure “CT02
Testing the Control Box” on page 20. YES Control box OK
NO Repair as recommended in
procedure and retest