AU-AIR Drive-Away Awning User Guide V2.indd 6AU-AIR Drive-Away Awning User Guide V2.indd 6 27/04/2020 11:1327/04/2020 11:13
Welcome
Thankyou for purchasing your Dometic awning. Pleaseread these instructions carefully before attempting set up and retain
for future reference. We recommend that your awning isinsured against accidental and storm damage asthis is not covered by
the warranty.
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A IMPORTANT- PLEASEREAD:
Under certain conditions, all awnings and tents will suffer from internal condensation.
Condensation occurs when there isadifference between inside and outside temperatures
and there is a water repellant barrier between them. Depending on the time of year, the
weather, humidity and the amount of moisture in the ground, condensation could be quite
severe and can be mistaken for a leak. Condensation can be minimised through ventilation. Dometic recommends
the use of doors, awnings and vents to assist with minimising condensation. Condensation and the effects of
condensation are not covered by warranty.
Ifyou suspect your tent or awning isleaking, refer to the troubleshooting checklist.
The Proawning material hasawater repellant PUcoating over itsentire surfaceand the main seamsof your awning
have been factory taped to help prevent leakage. Seam sealant can also be applied to areas where the taping
is damaged or has peeled away through wear and tear. It can also be applied to areas where a leak may have
developed. Dometic seamsealant isavailable from your dealer.
Your tent or awning is manufactured with a material that requires preparation before use to maximise its
weatherproofing. The seamsof the tent or awning have been sewn using aspecial polycotton sewing thread.
Before your first use, fully set up the tent or awning outside when rain is expected or where you can hose the
outside of the awning or tent to become thoroughly wet. This process is known as weathering. The weathering
process tightens the fabric, and allows the cotton in the sewing thread to swell and fill the holes made by the
sewing needle during the manufacturing process.
Allow the tent or awning to dry thoroughly before packing away. Byfollowing this process before your initial use,
will ensure that your tent or awning weatherproofing will improve with subsequent soakings.
The products are meant to be used in weather conditions not exceeding the Beaufort scale 7,and in such conditions
above this measurement the product should be packed away rather than left standing. In conditions where rainfall is
expected to exceed 30 mm in 24 hour period there may be a potential for leakage to occur. The product is not meant
for commercial useand should not be left in the open for extended periods. We recommend atrial run before using
your awning for the first time. Thiswill allow you to familiarise yourself with the awning, its set up and any limitations the
awning may havefor your particular use. Pleasealso check your motorhome awning rail/ channel to ensure that it is not
damaged or hasany sharp edges that could damage your awning.
Siting
Choose asite that isflat and, if possible, protected from the wind. Sloping ground may havean adverse affect on your finished
awning.
Set-Up
Toprotect your awning from dirt and damage, it may be beneficial to layagroundsheet or awning carpet down before un-
packing. Unpack the awning, separate and identify the different parts.
There arethree ways the awning can be attached to your motorhome asfollows:
l. Straps: This isthe quickest and easiest method. Throw the straps, attached to the top corners and centre of the awning
tunnel, over the top of the vehicle and secure by either pegging into the ground or tying to the vehicle's wheels (see
Diagram 2b).
