Dometic A&E User manual

User’s Guide
Form No. 3310341.023 9/07
(French 3310571.025)
©2007 Dometic Corporation
LaGrange, IN 46761
USA
SERVICE OFFICE
Dometic Corporation
2320 Industrial Parkway
Elkhart, IN 46516
574-294-2511
CANADA
Dometic Corporation
46 Zatonski, Unit 3
Brantford, ON N3T 5L8
CANADA
519-720-9578
For Service Center
Assistance Call:
800-544-4881
User’s Guide Power Patio Awning

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Power Patio Awning User’s Guide
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To Open Awning:
1. Remote Rocker Switch
a. Press and hold the “Extend”
button and the awning will au-
tomatically open. If the button
is released the awning will stop.
Maintain button depressed until
awning is fully extended then re-
lease.
The A&E Power Patio Awning is extremely
durable and can be operated during light
rain and wind conditions. However, when pe-
riods of heavy rain, or wind is expected; or
you leave the awning unattended the awning
should be closed. Damage caused by wind
and rain is not covered by warranty.
To Close Awning:
Pinch Hazard. When closing awning, bottom
arm will fold down and against back chanel.
This area must be kept clear of people and
objects. Failure to heed this warning could
cause severe personal injury and/or prop-
erty damage.
1. Remote Rocker Switch
a. Press and hold the “Retract” but-
ton to automatically close aw-
ning. If the button is released the
awning will stop. Maintain button
depressed until awning is fully re-
tracted, then release.
Important: As an extra safety precaution,
visually verify that the awning is fully closed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual has safety information and instruc-
tions to help users eliminate or reduce the risk
of accidents and injuries.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this
symbol in this manual, be alert to the potential
for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe op-
erating instructions.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
A signal word , WARNING OR CAUTION is used
with the safety-alert symbol. They give the level
of risk for potential injury.
indicates potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
used without the safety alert
symbol indicates, a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
Read and follow all safety information and in-
structions.
Pinch
Point
Pinch
Point
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Power Patio Awning User’s Guide
In Case Of Coach Power Failure Or To Manu-
ally Close Awning:
Important: This procedure will require two people.
When this procedure has been performed, the awning
must be serviced by a Dometic Service Center or a
quali ed service technician before using again.
1. Slide the pull strap (provided) into the utility slot of
the FRTA.
2. While one person is holding onto the pull strap,
remove the screw in the top of the right top cast-
ing. The FRTA will immediately roll in once the
bolt is removed. Walk the awning to the closed
position.
3. Align hole where screw was removed and replace
screw into top casting to secure awning.
Screw must be re-installed to prevent awning
from opening during travel. Have awning
serviced by a Dometic Service Center or a
quali ed service technician before attempt-
ing to open awning after this procedure has
been performed.
A&E Power Patio Awning Helpful Hints:
• Whenever the awning is wet while rolled up, as
soon as conditions allow, roll it out and let it dry
before rolling it up again. This will help prevent
the formation of mildew and add greatly to the life
of the awning.
• Mildew does not form on the fabric itself, but on
the accumulated dust, dirt and grime. Periodi-
cally clean vinyl or woven acrylic fabric using a
mixture of 1/4 cup of dish soap and 1/4 cup of
bleach mixed with 5 gallons of warm water. Liber-
ally slosh the mixture on the top of the fabric and
roll the awning up for 5 minutes. This will apply
the mixture to the bottom as well. Roll it back out
and hose off with fresh water. Repeat if neces-
sary. Allow to dry before rolling up.
• Always make sure the awning is fully extended
before opening the entry door.
• Wrinkling is a normal characteristic of the vinyl.
This wrinkling may be more noticeable when re-
tracted and after prolonged periods when the aw-
ning is not used. This condition is normal. Leav-
ing the awning open in warm weather should
minimize the wrinkling over a period of time.
When To Get More Help:
This User’s Guide is intended to provide practical instruc-
tion for the sequential operation of the A&E Power Patio
Awning. If malfunctions occur that cannot be corrected by
reviewing this Guide, contact a Dometic Service Center or
a qualified service technician for assistance.

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Power Patio Awning User’s Guide
LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY
A&E PATIO AWNINGS
THE SELLER NAMED BELOW MAKES THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY WITH
RESPECT TO THE DOMETIC PRODUCT:
1. This warranty is made only to the first purchaser (herein after referred to as the “Original Purchaser”) who acquires the product for his own use and is installed
and operated within the continental United States and Canada.
2. This warranty will be in effect for three years on parts and freight and two years on labor from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. It is suggested that
the original purchaser retain a copy of the dated bill of sale as evidence of the date of purchase.
3. This warranty covers labor and specified parts, which shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. This warranty does NOT cover
conditions unrelated to the material and workmanship of the product. Such unrelated conditions include, but are not limited to: (a) damage not reported within 7
days of ownership; (b) failure or damage caused by storms, rain, water pooling, or any acts of God; (c) faulty installation and any damage resulting from such; (d)
the need for normal maintenance and any damage resulting from the failure to provide such maintenance; (e) failure to follow Sellers instructions for use of this
product; (f) any accident to or misuse of any part of this product and any alteration by anyone other than the Seller or its authorized representative; (g) damage or
failure caused by installation of accessories not manufactured and marketed by the Seller; and (h) normal wear and product abuse.
4. The specified parts covered by this warranty are as follows: (a) Roller tube against rust, corrosion and extrusion defects; (b) Fabric free from quality defects
(normal wear is not covered); (c) Torsion assemblies against extrusion defects or breakage; and (d) Hardware against extrusion defects.
5. It is suggested the original purchaser provide preventative maintenance on a yearly basis. The preventative maintenance suggested is: (a) assure proper winding
of fabric; (b) cleaning of fabric; (c) inspect and lubricate camlock lever, lift-lock assembly, and hardware slide areas. The cost of this preventative maintenance is
the original purchaser’s responsibility and should take about one hour.
6. In order to obtain the benefits of this warranty, the original purchaser must return the product which is found defective to the Seller named below or to a Dometic
Authorized Service Center during the period that this warranty is in effect. The original purchaser is responsible for all charges incurred in delivery of the product
to the Seller or Dometic Authorized Service Center, and in pick up after the warranty service has been completed. To obtain the location of the nearest Authorized
Service Center, please call 1-800-544-4881 or in Canada call 1-519-653-4390.
7. Any item returned in the manner described in paragraph 6 will be examined by the Seller or the Authorized Dometic Service Center. If it is found that the returned
item was defective in material and workmanship, the Seller or the Authorized Dometic Service Center will repair the product per the terms outlined in paragraph 4.
CONFIRM THE SERVICE AGENCY IS AN AUTHORIZED DOMETIC SERVICE CENTER. DO NOT PAY THE SERVICE AGENCY FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS.
SUCH PAYMENTS WILL NOT BE REIMBURSED.
8. The Seller does not authorize any person or company to create any warranty obligations or liability on their behalf. This warranty is not extended by the length of
time which you are deprived of the use of the product. Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this warranty shall carry only the non-expired
portion of this warranty.
9. In no event shall either seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages. This includes any damage to another product or products resulting from such a
defect. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply.
10. Any implied warranty, including the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for any purpose, is limited to the duration of this limited warranty. Some states
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty can last, so the above limitation may not apply.
11. THIS WARRANTY GIVES SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. No action to enforce
this warranty shall be commenced later than ninety (90) days after the expiration of the warranty period. Claims must be submitted in writing to the Dometic War-
ranty Department for arbitration.
12. All products (except those specifically built for commercial use) are warranted only when installed on vehicles built to R.V.I.A. and C.R.V.A, Z-240 Standards.
13. The Seller reserves the right to change the design of any product without notice and with no obligation to make corresponding changes in products previously
manufactured.
Dometic Corporation
Warranty Department
509 South Poplar Street
LaGrange, Indiana 46761
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]