Lippert Components Solera User manual

1CCD-0001280
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Solera® Universal Hardware
Manual Awning to
Solera 12V Power Awning
(For Aftermarket Applications)
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
System Information .................................... 2
Additional Information Sources ........................ 2
Safety Information ..................................... 2
Parts List ................................................ 2
Short Arm (60.5”) ...................................... 2
Tall Arm (69”) .......................................... 2
Preparation ............................................. 3
Resources Required ................................... 3
Conversion ............................................. 3
Operation ............................................. 12
Extending the Awning ............................... 12
Retracting the Awning ............................... 12
Adjusting Pitch ....................................... 12
Troubleshooting ...................................... 13
Manual Override ..................................... 13
Maintenance .......................................... 15
Fabric Care .......................................... 15
Notes .................................................. 16
Solera®
Universal
Hardware
Manual Awning to
Solera®12V Power Awning
(For Aftermarket Applications)

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Manual Awning to
Solera®12V Power Awning
(For Aftermarket Applications)
CCD-0001280
Kit No. Description
434721 12V Solera®Power 12V 60.5” Kit, Black
434722 12V Solera®Power 12V 60.5” Kit, White
434723 12V Solera®Power 12V 69” Kit, Black
434724 12V Solera®Power 12V 69” Kit, White
Introduction
System Information
The Solera®12V Power Awning features an internal motor
to steadily operate the awning. Additionally, the pitch
arm assembly allows for rain dump and adjustable pitch
features. The pitch arm assembly also provides added
stability.
NOTE: The Solera Universal Hardware kit for a manual
to power conversion will ONLY t Dometic and Carefree
awnings.
Additional Information Sources
Additional information about this product can be obtained
from www.lci1.com/support or by using the myLCI app.
Replacement components can be ordered from https://
store.lci1.com/ or by using the myLCI app. The myLCI app
is available for free on iTunes®for iPhone®and iPad®and
also on Google Play™for Android™users.
iTunes, iPhone, and iPad are registered trademarks of
Apple Inc.
Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google Inc.
Safety Information
Warning, Caution and Danger symbols indicate that an
installation procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause
death, serious injury or property damage if not performed
safely and within the parameters set forth in this manual.
Parts List
MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH OR CUT. KEEP
CLEAR AND USE CAUTION.
FAILURE TO USE THE INSTALLED SAFETY FEATURES
MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, DAMAGE TO
THE UNIT AND/OR VOIDING A WARRANTY.
Manual awnings that contain springs use tension for ease
of operation and can be harmful to the end user should the
stored tension come unbound. Cotter pins, travel locks and
cam locks are installed and MUST be used to contain the
tension when the system is being serviced.
Short Arm (60.5”)
Solera 12V Short Arm (60.5”) Adjustable Pitch Arms require:
• 60.5” inches of unobstructed area from the awning rail
straight down
• Minimum clearance of 6” between the awning rail and top
of the entry door
Tall Arm (69”)
Solera 12V Tall Arm (69”) Flat Adjustable Pitch Arms require:
• 69” of unobstructed area from the awning rail straight down
• Minimum clearance of 2.5” between the awning rail and
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Manual Awning to
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Preparation
Resources Required
• Additional Qualied Assistants
• Cordless or Electric Drill or Screw Gun
• Appropriate Drive and Drill Bits
• Socket Wrench
• ⁄” Socket
• Rivet Gun
• Locking Pliers
• Cordless Battery
• Wire Stripper
• Wire Crimper
• Ladder
• Silicone Sealant
• Non-permanent Method of Marking
Conversion
Dometic Manual Awning to Solera 12V Power
Awning
NOTE: All screws supporting the awning assembly MUST
have a backer within the structure of the wall of the unit.
NOTE: This manual will refer to the “drive side” and “idler
side” throughout for various instructions. The “drive side” is
the right hand side of the awning when facing the awning
from the exterior of the unit. The “idler side” is the left
hand side of the awning when facing the awning from the
exterior of the unit.
NOTE: When converting a Dometic Manual Awning to
a Solera 12V Power Awning, the converted awning will
be approximately 2” wider than the initial awning. Be
sure there are no obstructions that may interfere with
the installation of the support arm assemblies PRIOR to
beginning the conversion process.
1. Unlock the travel locks, move the cam lock to the roll out
position and extend the awning approximately 12”.
2. Insert a cotter pin (Fig.1C) into the end cap (Fig.1A) at
each end of the awning.
3. On the drive side of the awning, and with an assistant
holding the roll tube, use a ⁄” socket to remove the bolt
securing the drive head (Fig.1B) to the support arm (Fig.1D).
Fig.1
A B
C D
NOTE: It is the customer’s responsibility to ll in/seal any
and all holes left on the unit after installation.

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4. Separate the drive head from the support arm and
secure the support arm to the unit in the travel position.
5. Remove the fasteners from the upper mounting bracket
(Fig.2A) of the support arm assembly.
6. Detach the support arm assembly from the lower
mounting bracket.
7. Remove the fasteners from the lower mounting bracket
(Fig.3A) of the support arm assembly.
THE SPRING IS UNDER EXTREME TENSION. IMPROPER
HANDLING COULD CAUSE DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Fig.2
8. Firmly take hold of the drive head with a pair of locking
pliers (Fig.4). Remove the cotter pin from the end cap and
move the cam lock to the roll up position.
NOTE: Padding the locking pliers will prevent the
scratching of components.
Fig.3 A
B
9. Slowly release all of the tension by rotating the drive
head with the locking pliers.
10. Using an appropriately sized drill bit, drill out the rivets
securing the end cap to the roll tube.
11. Remove the end cap and spring assembly (Fig.5B)
from the roll tube (Fig.5A).
Fig.4
A
Fig.5
A

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A B
Fig.6
12. Place the Solera end cap (Fig.6B) on the end of the roll
tube (Fig.6A), making sure it is properly seated and the roll
tube channel is aligned with the channel on the end cap.
13. Secure the Solera end cap to the roll tube with the
provided rivets.
NOTE: It may be necessary to drill out the previous holes
in order to accommodate the larger-sized rivets.
14. Insert the Solera drive head assembly shaft (Fig.7B)
into the end cap (Fig.7A).
NOTE: When identifying the drive head assembly from the
idler head assembly, the drive head assembly will have an
override plug (Fig.7C). The idler head assembly will not.
A CB
Fig.7
15. Align the holes in the shaft and end cap and secure
with the provided #8 - 32 x ½” wax screw (Fig.8).
NOTE: Keep the head of the wax screw ⁄” from fastened
to avoid compromising the structural integrity of the wax screw.
Fig.8
16. Place the drive support arm assembly directly under
the awning rail so the top of the mount arm is touching the
bottom of the rail.
17. Slide the drive support arm assembly outward to align
below the holes of the awning that was removed before
securing the upper bracket.
NOTE: Silicone sealant MUST be used on all screws and
holes to prevent water from inltrating the unit.

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18. Secure the upper section of the drive mount arm to the
unit with 2 of the provided #14 x 1 ¼” screws (Fig.9).
NOTE: Do NOT install fasteners to the lower and middle
sections of the wall mount arm at this time.
A B
Fig.10
Fig.11 Fig.12
23. Secure the lower (Fig.11) and middle (Fig.12) sections
of the drive mount arm to the unit with the provided
#14 x 1 ¼” screws or rivets. Make sure the arm is square
on the unit wall. (There will be 2 screws in the middle holes
and 2 in the bottom holes.)
NOTE: For units with berglass sidewalls, LCI requires the
use of rivets for securing the lower and middle sections of
the mount arm.
NOTE: Silicone sealant MUST be used on all screws and
holes to prevent water from inltrating the unit.
24. Repeat Steps 22-23 for the idler mount arm.
NOTE: See “Wiring” Section to complete installation.
25. Replace the wire covers.
Fig.9
19. Repeat Steps 3-18 for the idler side of the awning,
skipping all cam lock instructions.
NOTE: The idler head does NOT have a cam lock. The
cotter pin is holding all the tension of the spring assembly.
NOTE: Be sure to handle the assembly with care and
always have a secure hold of the idler head.
20. Once the drive and idler side conversions are
complete, cut the nylon ties containing the support arm
assemblies.
21. At the drive support arm assembly, connect the motor
leads (Fig.10A) to a cordless battery (Fig.10B) and fully
extend the awning.
22. Remove the wire covers to expose the lower and
middle sections of the mount arm.

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Carefree Manual Awning to Solera 12V Power
Awning
NOTE: All screws supporting the awning assembly MUST
have a backer within the structure of the wall of the unit.
NOTE: This manual will refer to the “drive side” and “idler
side” throughout for various instructions. The “drive side” is
the right hand side of the awning when facing the awning
from the exterior of the unit. The “idler side” is the left
hand side of the awning when facing the awning from the
exterior of the unit. Using a non-permanent method of
marking, draw a vertical line along the inside of both the
drive and idler side support arm assemblies. This will act
as a guideline for re-installation.
1. Unlock the travel locks, move the cam lock to the roll out
position and extend the awning approximately 12”.
2. Insert a cotter pin (Fig.13A) into the end cap (Fig.13B) at
each end of the awning.
Fig.13
A
B
NOTE: Some Carefree systems are equipped with a cam lock
assist on the drive side of the awning. If equipped, remove the
cam lock assist (Fig.14B) from the lock pin (Fig.14A), making
sure the cam lock remains in the roll out position.
A B
Fig.14
3. With an assistant holding the roll tube (Fig.15A), remove
the fastener securing the drive head (Fig.15B) to the
support arm.
A B
Fig.15
NOTE: Some Carefree systems do not have a hole on the
drive end cap for the cotter pin. In this instance, the cam
lock MUST remain in the roll out position until it is time to
release the tension in the springs.

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4. Separate the drive head from the support arm and
secure the support arm to the unit in the travel position.
5. Remove the fasteners from the upper mounting bracket
(Fig.16) of the support arm assembly.
6. Detach the support arm assembly from the lower
mounting bracket.
7. Remove the fasteners from the lower mounting bracket
(Fig.17) of the support arm assembly.
THE SPRING IS UNDER EXTREME TENSION. IMPROPER
HANDLING COULD CAUSE DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
8. Firmly take hold of the drive head with a pair of locking
pliers (Fig.18). Remove the cotter pin, if equipped, from the
end cap and move the cam lock to the roll up position.
NOTE: Padding the locking pliers will prevent the
scratching of components.
9. Slowly release all of the tension by rotating the drive
head with the locking pliers.
Fig.17Fig.16
Fig.18
A B
Fig.19
10. Remove the 3 screws securing the end cap (Fig.19B)
to the roll tube (Fig.19A).

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11. Remove the end cap (Fig.20C) and spring assembly
(Fig.20B) from the roll tube (Fig.20A).
A B C
Fig.20
12. Place the Solera® end cap (Fig.21B) on the end of the
roll tube (Fig.21A), making sure it is properly seated and
the roll tube channel is aligned with the channel on the end
cap.
A B
Fig.21
13. Secure the Solera® end cap to the roll tube with the
provided rivets.
NOTE: It may be necessary to drill out the previous holes
in order to accommodate the larger sized rivets.
14. Insert the Solera® drive head assembly shaft (Fig.22B)
into the end cap (Fig.22A).
NOTE: When determining the drive head assembly from
the idler head assembly, the drive head assembly will
have an override plug (Fig.22C), whereas the idler head
assembly will not.
A CB
Fig.22
15. Align the holes from the shaft on the head to the end
cap and secure with the provided #8 - 32 x ½” wax screw
(Fig.23).
NOTE: Keep the head of the wax screw ⁄” from fastened
to avoid compromising the structural integrity of the wax screw.
Fig.23
16. Place the drive support arm assembly directly under
the awning rail so the top of the mount arm is touching the
bottom of the rail.

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17. Secure the upper section of the drive mount arm to
the unit with 2 of the provided #14 x 1 ¼” screws (Fig.24),
aligning directly below the holes of the awning removed.
NOTE: Silicone sealant MUST be used on all screws and
holes to prevent water from inltrating the unit.
NOTE: Do NOT install fasteners to the lower and middle
sections of the wall mount arm at this time.
Fig.24
18. Repeat Steps 3-17 for the idler side of the awning,
skipping all cam lock instructions.
NOTE: The idler head does NOT have a cam lock, and
therefore the cotter pin is holding all the tension of the
spring assembly.
NOTE: Be sure to handle with care and always have a
secure hold of the idler head.
19. Once the drive and idler side conversions are
complete, cut the nylon ties containing the support arm
assemblies.
20. At the drive support arm assembly, connect the motor
leads (Fig.25A) to a cordless battery (Fig.25B) and fully
extend the awning.
21. Remove the wire covers to expose the lower and
middle sections of the mount arm.
A B
Fig.25
22. Secure the lower (Fig.26) and middle (Fig.27) sections
of the drive mount arm to the unit with the provided
#14 x 1 ¼” screws or rivets. Make sure arms are square to the
unit. (There will be 2 screws in the middle holes and 2 in the
bottom holes.)
NOTE: Silicone sealant MUST be used on all screws and
holes to prevent water from inltrating the unit.
Fig.26 Fig.27
NOTE: For units with berglass sidewalls, LCI requires the
use of rivets for securing the lower and middle sections of the
mount arm.
23. Repeat Steps 21-22 for the idler mount arm.
NOTE: See “Wiring” Section to complete installation.
24. Replace the wire covers.

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Wiring
1. Pull the wires from the unit through the support arm
assembly. These wires may be located at the bottom or the
top of the support arm assembly
2. Connect wiring from the unit to the switch and the
awning drive head per the wiring diagram below (Fig.28).
NOTE: Check the switch. If the awning is running in
reverse of what the switch indicates, reverse the wires.
NOTE: Solera®Power Awning motors come stock with an
internal 6A auto reset breaker. If this breaker trips, it will
take approximately 30 seconds to reset. LCI recommends
that the awning be wired into a 15A circuit.
NOTE: All wire to be 14 AWG or larger as necessary to
provide 12V minimum at all times at the connection to the
LCI-supplied power cable.
white
power
15A circuit per RVIA code
(OEM Supplied) ground
manual
rocker
switch
motor
battery, power
source or converter
red
blue
red
black
Fig.28

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Operation
Extending the Awning
1. Verify the unit’s battery is fully charged and connected to
the electrical system.
2. Press and hold EXTEND (Fig.29A) until the awning is
extended completely.
TYING DOWN THE ROLL TUBE ONCE THE AWNING IS
EXTENDED WILL NOT ALLOW THE FREE-FLOATING
SUPPORT ARMS TO WORK AS DESIGNED AND MAY
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE AWNING OR UNIT.
NOTE: The awning fabric should always be above the roll
tube. However, if the extend switch is engaged too long
or extend is hit inadvertently instead of retract, the awning
will roll up backward. This is not a defect. To correct the
fabric orientation, press the RETRACT button (Fig.29B).
The awning will then extend to its correct orientation and
normal operation can resume.
A
B
Fig.29
Retracting the Awning
1. Verify the unit’s battery is fully charged and connected to
the electrical system.
NOTE: The awning can be retracted without resetting
the pitch.
2. Press and hold RETRACT (Fig.29B) until the awning is
retracted completely.
Fig.30 Fig.31
Adjusting Pitch
NOTE: The awning will pitch itself to purge the pooling
of excess water and may dump a significant amount of
water without notice.
NOTE: Pitch can be set by adjusting the pitch arm to tip
one side of the awning to allow water runoff.
1. Extend the awning to the fully open position.
2. Choose the side of the awning for optimum shade
or convenient water runoff. Pull downward on the joint
of the pitch arm until desired pitch is set (Fig. 30A).
Belleville washers and bolt (Fig. 30B) allow for the joint
to remain in the position set by the operator.
NOTE: Some awnings are equipped with a 2-position
pitch arm (Fig.31). The 2-position arm can be set in
the pitch position or snapped into a straight position by
pushing the release button (Fig. 31A) and sliding the
sleeve (Fig.31B).
NOTE: Do not push the joint of the pitch arm up past
the point where the two sections are in a straight line.
This will put tension on the gas strut, which can cause
the strut to break.
NOTE: The awning can be retracted without resetting
the pitch.
NOTE: If the pitch arm does not hold position, it can be
tightened by adjusting the bolt (Fig.30B) in the center of
the joint.
A
B
A
B
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Troubleshooting
Manual Override
In the event of power loss or motor failure, the awning can
be extended and retracted manually. Perform the following
procedure to manually retract the awning.
NOTE: This procedure may also be performed to extend or
retract the awning in the event of dry camping or camping
without a battery.
1. Remove the rubber grommet (Fig.32A) from the drive
head assembly, exposing the manual override nut on the
motor.
Fig.32
A
2. Using a ⁄” socket and cordless or electric drill or screw
gun, spin the manual override nut counterclockwise to
retract the awning (Fig.33).
Fig.33
NOTE: Use caution when retracting the awning manually.
The use of a step stool or ladder may be required to
completely retract the awning.
3. When the awning is completely retracted, replace the
rubber grommet in the drive head assembly (Fig.32A).
NOTE: The motor’s internal drive system prevents the
awning from moving (extend or retract) on its own. If the
motor is damaged or disabled, be sure to secure the
awning in the retracted position with a strap around both
the outer arm and the mount arm before the manual
override nut is released.
DURING INCIDENTS OF HIGH WIND, HEAVY RAIN
OR EXTENDED TIME AWAY FROM THE UNIT, IT IS
ADVISABLE TO RETRACT THE AWNING COMPLETELY
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE AWNING AND THE UNIT.

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SoSolera® Power Awning Troubleshooting
What's Happening? What Should Be Done?
Awning won’t open or close.
If optional travel locks are installed, ensure that they have
been unlocked.
Verify the fuse is good.
Check for power at the motor when the switch is in the
extended or retracted position.
Awning pitch won’t stay in the at position.
Check for bad gas strut.
Check pitch arm bolt for proper tension. (High winds can
cause the pitch arm to deviate from the at position due to
the built-in safety feature of the awning.)
Make sure all 3 washers are in the proper location of the
pitch arm.
Awning doesn’t close all the way.
The awning is considered completely closed as long as the
outer arm is overlapping the mount arm. This overlap can vary.
Ensure there are no obstructions in the support arm
assemblies preventing the awning from closing.
Verify the fabric is square from unit to roll tube and is
rolling up straight on the roll tube.
Awning runs slowly.
The awning will run slower during retract than extend.
Retract is approximately 35 seconds while extend is
approximately 27 seconds on a fully-charged battery.
Ensure there are 12 volts where the unit wire meets the
awning wire during retract.
Ensure the pitch arms are not bent in an upward direction.
Ensure the ground wire before the switch has a good
connection to the battery or chassis.
Lights won’t work.
There is a resettable fuse that can take up to 30 seconds
to reset.
Make sure to have 12 volts to the red wire on the light.
Awning seems to wobble when extending or
retracting.
Ensure the bolts that hold the head to the support arm
assemblies are tight.
Ensure the end caps are seated properly on the roll tube.
Ensure the shaft coming out of the head going to the end
cap isn’t bent.
Ensure the wall mount is properly secured to the wall.
Ensure no part of the support arm assemblies are bent.
Ensure the wear collar spacers are all properly located in
the support arm assemblies.

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Solera® Power Awning Troubleshooting Continued
What's Happening? What Should Be Done?
Awning works in opposite direction of what
switch shows.
Wires going to awning have been reversed or switched.
Reverse the wires.
Awning rolls up backward.
The awning fabric should always be above the roll tube.
However, if the extend switch is engaged too long or
extend is hit inadvertently instead of retract, the awning will
roll up backward. This is not a defect. To correct the fabric
orientation, press the retract button. The awning will then
extend to its correct orientation and normal operation can
resume.
Maintenance
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 ¼cup 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.

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