Lippert Components Solera Classic Installation instructions

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Solera® Classic
Awning
Installation and
Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Resources Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installing the Awning Rail (if necessary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembling the Awning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Mounting the Bottom Mounting Brackets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Mounting the Awning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing the Stop Bolt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Extending the Awning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Optional Car Port Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Retracting the Awning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fabric Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fabric Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing Replacement Fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Solera® Classic Awning Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance - Solera®Awnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fabric Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Introduction
The Solera®Classic Manual Awning is designed for use on
most recreational vehicle units and is available in a variety
of sizes to t even the largest unit. Additional information
about this product can be obtained from www.lci1.com/
support or by downloading the free MyLCI app. The app
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Failure to follow the instructions provided in this
manual may result in death, serious injury, unit
damage, or voiding of the component warranty.
NOTE: Solera®Classic Awning drive and idler heads
are preloaded with tension and secured with cotter pins
from the factory. If the cotter pins have been removed
or otherwise lost, and tension needs to be added to the
heads, use the turn chart (Fig.1) to add the correct number
of turns to the awning heads.
Classic Awnings Pre-Install Turn Chart
Size Turns
6' to 10' 4
11' to 14' 5
15' to 18' 6
19' and up 8
Fig.1
Preparation
Moving parts can pinch, crush or cut. Keep clear
and use caution.
Do not remove the following items until instructed:
1. Tape securing the fabric.
2. Cotter pins in the spring assemblies.
Removing these items prematurely may cause
personal injury or property damage.
Resources Required
•1 to 3 People
•Cordless or Electric Drill or Screw Gun
•Appropriate Drive Bits
•Screwdriver
•Ratchet
•7/16" Socket
•1/2" Socket
•1/2" Wrench
•3/16' Drill Bit
•Non-Permanent Method of Marking
•Silicone Sealant or Butyl Tape
•Silicone Lubricant

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Floor Line
Awning Width is from Centerline to
Centerline of Support Arm Assemblies
Side ViewFront Facing View
Installation
NOTE: All screws supporting the awning assembly MUST have a backer within the structure of the wall of the unit.
Refer to unit manufacturer for proper location.
Installing the Awning Rail (if necessary)
NOTE: Awning rail not included.
1. Position the awning rail along the line where roof and wall meet OR:
A. For pitched awnings: A minimum of 11" above doors or windows
B. For at awnings: A minimum of 4" above doors or windows
NOTE: The awning rail must be level and parallel with the oor line of the unit (Fig.2).
2. After determining the awning rail’s proper location, mark its position with a non-permanent method of marking.
3. Seal the back of the awning rail.
4. Align the awning rail on the wall and secure with #10 x 3/4" screws, using all fastener holes.
A
B
E
D D
C
B
Letter Description
AAwning Rail
BSupport Arm Assembly
CRoll Tube Assembly
DLower Mounting Bracket
EUpper Mounting Bracket
90°
Fig.2

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Assembling the Awning
NOTE: The head assemblies (Fig.3A) and support arm
assemblies (Fig.3B) are numbered to ensure proper
assembly. Match the proper support arm assembly to the
correct head assembly.
1. On a at surface, carefully lay out the support arm
assemblies and roll tube assembly. The cam lock MUST
be on the right end of the roll tube when facing the unit.
NOTE: Take care not to set the awning on any surface
that may damage the assembly or fabric.
2. Slide the left support arm assembly into the idler head
assembly of the roll tube. Align the holes and secure
using one (1) 1/4-20 x 1/2" Phillips drive screw (Fig.4).
3. Repeat step 2 for the right support arm assembly.
4. Measure and conrm the width of the awning. The
distance is measured from centerline of support arm
assembly to centerline of support arm assembly (Fig.2).
Fig.3 Fig.4 Fig.5
Mounting the Bottom Mounting Brackets
1. On the awning rail, mark the position of the centerlines
of the support arm assemblies. Ensure that the support
arm assemblies will not interfere with any lights, vents or
the operation of any windows or doors.
2. Using a non-permanent method of marking, mark a
perpendicular line from the awning rail down to the
oor line. This is the centerline of the support arm
assembly (Fig.2).
3. Position the bottom bracket with the fastening points
at the oor line (Fig.5A) and center the bracket on the
centerline mark of the support arm assembly (Fig.5B).
Mark the hole locations. Using a 3/16" drill bit, pre-drill
both holes. Apply a liberal amount of sealant over the
holes and attach the bracket using the 1/4" x 2 1/2" lag
screws provided (Fig.5).
NOTE: All screws supporting the awning assembly MUST
have a backer within the structure of the wall of the unit.
Refer to unit manufacturer for proper location.
4. Repeat step 3 for the other end of the awning.
A
B
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Fig.6
Fig.7
Fig.8
Fig.9
channel#1
channel#2
channel#3
locking knob
push to open
channel#4
A
B
Mounting the Awning
1. Measure the distance from the awning rail channel to
the lower mounting bracket fastening point.
2. Compare the distance from the center of the roll tube
and the support arm assembly foot to the measurement
in Step 1 and adjust the support arm assembly to make
both distances equal.
A. Open the support arm assembly handle (Fig.6) and
slide the outer arm lower channel (channel#2) (Fig.7)
up or down as required. Close the handle and slide
the outer arm lower channel (channel#2) (Fig.7) until the
locking pin clicks into the nearest positioning hole.
3. Use a screwdriver to spread open either end of the
awning rail on the installation side (Fig.8A).
4. To protect the fabric from damage during installation, le
any sharp edges or burrs from the awning rail channel.
5. Use silicone lubricant and spray the inside of the awning
rail channel (Fig.8B).
6. Remove the packaging from the fabric. Unroll a small
portion of fabric, but not more than one turn.
NOTE: The next step will require three people: One to
feed the polycord into the awning rail channel; two to walk
the support arm assemblies along the awning rail while the
fabric slides into position.
7. Slide the polycord into the awning rail channel and walk
the support arm assemblies and fabric down the awning
rail channel until the support arm assemblies are in line
with the centerline marks made previously.
8. Lift the support arm assembly up and secure the feet
into the previously installed bottom mounting brackets by
pressing the lever and opening the latch (Fig.9).
9. Slide the mount/rafter arm upper channel (channel#3)
(Fig.7) up or down as needed over the mount arm lower
channel (channel#4) (Fig.7).
NOTE: If adjustments need made so the upper mounting
brackets straddle the awning rail, loosen the black locking
knob on the mount/rafter arm upper channel (channel#3) (Fig.7).
10. Center the upper mounting brackets on the support
arm assembly centerline marked previously and
arrange the upper mounting brackets to straddle the
awning rail. Tighten the black locking knob on the
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Failure to maintain control of the roll tube, fabric
and support arm assemblies may result in serious
injury or property damage.
Use care when removing the cotter pins. The
cotter pins are holding the pre-wound tension of
the spring. Failure to securely hold the roll tube
may allow the roll tube to rapidly roll up and cause
personal injury or damage.
Securing the Fabric
1. Extend and retract the awning several times to ensure
that the fabric is square on the roll tube.
2. Secure the fabric in the awning rail no more than 1"
inside the edge of the fabric on both ends using a #6 x
1/2" hex head screw. Install the screw down through the
awning rail into the fabric and the polycord (Fig.11).
Fig.11
awning rail 1"
fabric stitching
11. Once the upper bracket is located, mark and pre-drill
two 3/16" holes through the awning rail or unit. Apply a
liberal amount of sealant over the holes and attach the
upper mounting bracket using the ¼" x 3' lag screws
provided (Fig.10).
Fig.10
awning rail
upper mounting
bracket
NOTE: All screws supporting the awning assembly MUST
have a backer within the structure of the wall of the unit.
Refer to the unit manufacturer for proper location. It is
acceptable that the lag screws go through the at portion
of the awning rail.
12. Repeat steps 9-11 for the other support arm assembly.
13. Place cam lock into the roll up position. Firmly grasp
the roll tube and remove the safety cotter pin from each
end of the roll tube.
14. Flip the cam lock down to the roll in position and allow
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Operation
Extending the Awning
1. Make sure the black locking knobs on the mount/rafter
arm upper channel (channel#3) (Fig.7) are loosened and
pinch the travel locks together to release the outer arm
from the mount/rafter arm.
2. Flip cam lock down to the roll out position.
3. Using the pull rod, start pulling the awning outward until
full extension is complete.
4. Slide the mount/rafter arms all the way to the top of the
outer arm and make sure they lock into place.
5. Pull on the mount/rafter arm to insure the fabric is taut
and tighten the black locking knob to lock it into place.
6. Raise the outer arms to the desired height by releasing
the support arm assembly handle and allow the outer
arm upper channel (channel#1) (Fig.7) to slide on the outer
arm lower channel (channel#2) (Fig.7) Once to the desired
height let go of the support arm assembly handle to lock
the arm at this position.
7. Slide the pull strap to one end or the other and wrap it
around the arm to get it out of the way.
Optional Car Port Position
1. Once all the above steps are complete, remove the outer
arm from the side of the unit by releasing the lever on
the lower mounting bracket.
2. Walk the awning out until the outer arm is straight up
and down and let it set on the ground.
3. Make sure to secure the foot of the outer arm to the
ground with the provided stakes.
Retracting the Awning
1. If in car port mode, remove the stakes from the foot
of the outer arm. Then walk the outer arm back to the
unit and secure it to the lower mounting bracket on the
sidewall of the unit. Do this for both ends.
2. Take the awning pull strap and return it to the center of
the awning roll tube.
3. Lower the roll tube by holding the outer arm and
releasing the support arm assembly handle on the side.
Let the outer arm upper channel (channel#1) (Fig.7) slide
down the outer arm lower channel (channel#2) (Fig.7) until it
rests on the acorn nut. Repeat this for the other end.
Installing the Stop Bolt
1. Make sure the awning is retracted completely.
2. Make sure the centerline of the roll tube is level with or
slightly higher than the centerline of the awning rail (Fig.2).
The bottom of the roll tube MUST NOT be higher than
the awning rail.
3. Adjust support arm assemblies if necessary.
A. Open the outer arm handle (Fig.12) and slide the outer
arm upper channel (channel#1) (Fig.7) up or down as
required. Close the handle and slide the outer arm
upper channel (channel#1) (Fig.7) on the outer arm lower
channel (channel#2) (Fig.7) until the locking pin clicks
into the nearest positioning hole.
4. Mark the position of the stop hole that is directly below
the outer arm upper channel (channel#1) (Fig.7).
5. From the inside of the outer arm lower channel
(channel#2) (Fig.7), insert a 5/16" bolt through the hole.
Secure with a star washer and 5/16" cap nut using 1/2"
socket and wrench (Fig.13).
NOTE: It may be necessary to lift the outer arm upper
channel (channel#1) (Fig.7) to tighten the cap nut.
NOTE: Repeat step 4 and 5 for the other support arm.
Fig.12
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4. Loosen the black locking knob and unlock the mount/
rafter arm by releasing the spring clip from the top of
the head assembly. Allow the mount/rafter arm to slide
all the way down toward the bottom of the outer arm.
Repeat this for both ends.
5. Take a rm hold on the awning strap and release the
tension on the springs by ipping the cam lock up to the
roll in position.
6. Walk the awning in toward the unit. Hook the pull rod
into the pull strap before the strap gets too high. Using
the pull rod, walk the awning to the fully-closed position.
7. Lock the arms for travel mode by compressing the outer
arm and mount/rafter arm together until the red tab
disappears. Then tighten the black locking knob.
Fabric Replacement
Fabric Removal
1. Remove the drip cap (if equipped) from the end the
fabric will be removed from.
2. Remove the #6 x 1/2" hex head screws located on the
awning rail (2 total). Set screws aside (Fig.11).
3. Extend the awning out completely by sliding the
mount/rafter arms all the way to the top of the outer
arm and make sure they lock into place and insert
cotter pins (Fig.14).
NOTE: If the awning is 6' in length it will only need one
cotter pin for the drive side end cap.
Fig.14
cotter pin
idler side shown
4. Pull on the mount/rafter arm to ensure the fabric is
taut and tighten the black locking knob to lock it into
place. As a precaution, tape the cam lock in the roll out
position.
5. On the end of the awning rail the fabric will be removed
from, remove the upper mounting bracket from the unit
wall. Allow the mount/rafter arm to pivot out of the way.
6. Remove the drive head assembly and idler head
assembly retaining fasteners from the outer arms to
separate the components (Fig.15).
Fig.15
fastener
7. Working together, remove the roll tube assembly (which
includes the drive/idler head assemblies) from the
awning rail and support arms by sliding the assembly
along the awning rail until clear.
Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/
idler head assemblies during removal may result in
serious injury or property damage.
8. Place the removed assembly onto a level area.
9. Have someone securely hold the idler head and
roll tube.
10. Hold the drive head assembly securely (there will be
tension to be released) and remove the drive head
assembly cotter pin.
Failure to maintain control of the roll tube, fabric
and drive/idler head may result in serious injury or
property damage.
11. Flip the cam lock to the roll in position. Slowly rotate
the drive head assembly clockwise to release tension.
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13. Remove the three screws holding the drive head
assembly end cap on the roll tube and set the drive
head assembly aside.
14. Mark the roll tube grooves containing the polycords
prior to removing the fabric from the roll tube.
15. Remove the two screws holding the fabric in place on
the roll tube.
16. To remove the fabric, gently pull the roll tube from one
end, while another person holds the fabric in place.
Installing Replacement Fabric
1. Unroll the replacement fabric so that the polycords are
parallel with the roll tube.
2. Gently slide the roll tube on to the two polycords of the
fabric, making sure that the non-printed side is touching
the roll tube (Fig.16).
Fig.16
fabric
slide
polycord in roll
tube channel
3. Center the fabric on the roll tube.
4. Apply the screws that were holding the polycords in
place on the roll tube.
5. Roll the fabric onto the roll tube (Fig. 17). Make sure the
fabric stays snug and at to the roll tube with the printed
side facing away.
Fig.17
fabric
roll tube
roll
6. Using the three screws previously removed from the end
caps, attach the drive head assembly to the roll tube,
making sure the orientation is the same.
NOTE: Be sure the drive head assembly with the cam lock
is on the right-hand side of the awning.
7. Secure the idler head and roll tube.
8. Rotate the drive head assembly counterclockwise the
number of turns stated on the turn chart (Fig.18). Insert
a cotter pin into the end cap into the shaft on the drive
head assembly.
Classic Awnings Fabric Replacement Turn Chart
Size Turns
6' to 10' 12
11’ to 14’ 13
15’ to 18’ 14
19’ and up 16
Fig.18
Failure to maintain control of the roll tube, fabric
and drive/idler head may result in serious injury or
property damage.
9. Working together, install the roll tube assembly (which
includes the drive/idler head assemblies) to the awning
rail by sliding the assembly along the awning rail. Make
sure the awning will unroll with the printed side of the
fabric up.
Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/
idler head assemblies during removal may result in
serious injury or property damage.
10. Unroll the fabric from the roll tube to allow the drive/
idler head assemblies to be installed into the outer arms.
11. Install the previously-removed drive head assembly
and idler head assembly retaining bolts into the outer
arms to secure the components.
12. Reinstall the previously-removed support arm upper
mounting bracket to the unit wall.
13. Make sure the cam lock is in the roll out position and
remove cotter pins from the awning heads.
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Operation section of manual) to ensure that the fabric
is square on the roll tube.
15. Secure the fabric in the awning rail no more than 1"
inside the edge of the fabric on both ends using a #6
x 1/2" hex head screw. Install the screw down through
the awning rail into the fabric and the polycord (Fig.19).
16. Reinstall the drip cap if previously equipped.
Fig.19
awning rail 1"
fabric stitching

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Solera® Classic Awning Troubleshooting
What's Happening? What Should Be Done?
Awning will not extend.
Check position of the cam lock (roll out).
Ensure that the travel locks have been released from the outer arm.
Make sure the locking knob for the rafters has been loosened.
Check to see if the outer arm is resting on the mount/rafter arm.
If so, the outer arm height adjustment is not set properly.
Awning will not retract or
only retracts part way.
Make sure the mount/rafter arms have been put in the stored position
and the locking knob has not been tightened.
Check position of cam lock (roll in).
Ensure the outer arms have been placed in the closed/stored position.
Ensure the awning has the proper tension on it.
Ensure that the mount/rafter arm is not secured to the head
of the outer arm.
Fabric is loose or
sags on the edges and middle.
Make sure that the mount/rafter arm has been pulled tight and the
locking knob is secured.
Check that the fabric is square on the unit and with the roll tube.
Make sure the fabric is properly secured to the awning rail on the unit.
Make sure roll tube is not bent.
Locking knob will not tighten.
The nut for this is a thread part that tightens the arms together.
Open the awning and check when turning the knob that the nut is not
stripped out. If it is not stripped, it would require replacing both parts.
Mount/rafter arm will not extend.
Make sure the locking knob has been loosened.
Make sure there is no debris in the track the arm slides in.
Make sure arm is not bent.
Awning will not roll up straight.
Check to make sure fabric is centered on roll tube and also centered
between the arms attached to the unit.
If the fabric is not centered, move the screws on both ends of the
awning and shift the fabric accordingly.
Make sure there are screws at both ends of the fabric securing it to the
roll tube and at the awning rail. If there is only one screw at one end
and not the other, the awning may not roll up correctly.
Make sure the legs are square and straight.
Awning will not stay in the
rolled out position.
Check the cam lock. Signs of a faulty cam lock include:
The absence of a clicking noise when the awning is rolled out.
The awning rolling back up after it is placed in the stop position.

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NotesMaintenance - Solera®Awnings
Fabric Care
NOTE: If the awning is retracted while wet, extend the
awning and let it dry as soon as conditions allow before
retracting. 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.
NOTE: Periodically clean vinyl or woven acrylic fabric
using a mixture of 1/4 cup of dish soap and 5 gallons of
warm water. Liberally apply the mixture on the top of the
fabric and retract the awning for 5 minutes. This will apply
the mixture to the bottom of the fabric as well. Extend the
awning and hose off with fresh water. Repeat if necessary.
Allow to dry before retracting.