Girard Systems 98GCK-49B User manual

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98GCK-49(B, black OR W, white)
Rocker Switch Control with Wired Motion Sensor
Revision: 05242018
RV AWNING PRODUCTS
1361 CALLE AVANZADO, SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673 [phone] FAX [phone]
www.girardrv.com

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Girard Systems awnings may be operated in light wind and rain
conditions. When periods of heavy rain and or high wind are expected
the awning must be closed. Never leave the awning open and
unattended.
Damage caused by wind and rain is not covered by warranty.
All awnings must be closed prior to moving the vehicle for any reason.
As an extra safety precaution, a visual check that every awning is fully
closed is required.
Damage caused by failure to comply with these instructions is
not covered by warranty.
Before using your awning, ensure that the area into which the awning
will be deployed is free of obstructions (Trees, walls, pillars, posts,
other vehicles etc.)
Damage caused by collisions with any of the above or similar is
not covered by warranty.

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CONTENTS
Description-Specification …………………………….………………….…………....3
Rocker Switch 98GC781(B), (W) ….………………….…………………….…………………4
98GC781(B), (W) Mounting Diagram ...…………………………………………….……………. 5
98GC781(B), (W) Button description ……………………………….……………………….….…6
Wind sensitivity Adjustment ……………………………….……………………….….…7
Wired Motion Sensor 98GC780(B), (W) ………………………………………………………….……8
98GC780(B), (W) Installation View …….……………………………………………….……9
Wiring Diagram .……………………………………………………….……10
Description
The 98GCK-49 is a combination Standard Rocker Switch (98GC781” B” or “W”) and Hard
Wire Motion Sensor (98GC780” B” or “W”) kit, it can be ordered in either Black or White.
The 98GCK-49 kit is used for a Single DC awning with LED. The Motion Sensor and
Rocker Switch communicate using RS485 protocol. The 98GCK-49 also includes an
Ignition Retract-Lock function to retract the awning if the engine is ON. See wiring
diagram to see how to wire this function.
Specification
•Operating Voltage: 11 VDC ~14VDC
•Current: Up to 10A
•LED light control
•RS485 communication to operate the motion sensor
•Maximum run time is 2 minutes
•Operating Temperature 0C~50C

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98GC781(B), (W)
Rocker Switch
Fig. 1

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Mounting Diagram:
The required opening to install this rocker switch is 2.6-inch x 2.6-inch X 1.25-inch
depth.
Fig. 2

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Buttons Description:
IN Button retract the awning
STOP Command
OUT Button Extend the awning
TURNS ON LED LIGHT
TURNS OFF LED LIGHT
Close the Awning and Turn OFF the LED Light

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Wind sensitivity Adjustment:
This unit has 10 levels of sensitivity which can be adjusted directly on the rocker switch
controller.
1. Pull off the cover from the rocker switch 98GC981(B), (W).
2. Press and hold the set button for 10 seconds until you hear a beep from the
rocker switch controller, see Fig. 2 above to locate the set button.
3. Press UP or Down to increase or decrease the sensitivity level.
4. The Setting LED will turn ON with every press to show the level.
5. Once the level is selected, press and hold the set button again until you hear 3
beeps.
Reverse Motor Direction:
1. The direction of the motor can be reversed without the need of changing the wiring
by pressing the IN and OUT buttons of the wall switch simultaneously for at least
6 seconds until hear a beep.

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98GC780(B), (W)
Wired Motion Sensor
Fig. 3
This wired motion sensor communicates directly to the DC motor
Controller 98GC781(B), (W) by RS485 Protocol.
Attach the motion sensor to the lead rail using the mounting tab, see
figure 2 above.

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Motion Sensor Installation view:
Fig. 4
Fig. 5

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Wiring Diagram:
Fig. 6