Lippert Components Solera Installation instructions

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Solera®Slider Awning
Fabric Replacement
Installation and Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
CCD-0001265
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
Safety ................................................... 2
Resources Required ................................... 2
Materials Required ..................................... 2
Preparation ............................................. 3
Preparing To Remove The Roll Tube .................... 3
Roll Tube Tension Release ............................ 3
Awning Fabric Replacement ........................... 4
Fabric Installation ...................................... 4
Installing Fabric Into Roll Tube ......................... 4
Installing Fabric Into Awning Rail ...................... 4
Securing the Fabric .................................... 5
Maintenance ............................................ 5
Fabric Care ............................................ 5
Troubleshooting Table ................................. 6
Additional Information Sources ....................... 6
Notes .................................................... 7
Solera® Slider
Awning Fabric
Replacement
Installation and
Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)

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Introduction
This document provides the steps to replace the fabric for
a slide topper. Replacing the slider topper fabric is now
simple and convenient with our Solera®Universal Slider
Fabric dispensing box containing 50 feet of continuous,
high quality vinyl. With it’s rotating core for easy roll out,
the vinyl can be cut to the desired length without any
fabric waste whatsoever and the polycord necessary for
installation is conveniently pre-welded into the vinyl. Simply
roll out the fabric, measure and cut to desired length, and
install your new topper fabric to the slider.
Safety
Resources Required
• 1-3 people, depending on task
• 2 step ladders
• Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Hex wrenches
• Scissors
• Straight edge or square
• Tape measure
• Non-permanent marker
• Metal le
• Masking tape
• Silicone lubricant
Materials Required
Part # Description Qty
432253 Fabric Assy - Slide Topper - 50 ft Blk 1
432252 Fabric Assy - Slide Topper - 50 ft Wht 2
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
INJURY, UNIT DAMAGE OR VOIDING OF THE
COMPONENT WARRANTY.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
PERFORMING SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE TO THE
UNIT. OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT TO CONSIDER
WOULD BE HEARING PROTECTION, GLOVES AND
POSSIBLY A FULL FACE SHIELD, DEPENDING ON THE
NATURE OF THE SERVICE.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE SLIDE-OUT ROOM
PATH IS CLEAR OF PEOPLE AND OBJECTS BEFORE
AND DURING OPERATION OF THE SLIDE-OUT. ALWAYS
KEEP AWAY FROM THE GEAR RACKS WHEN THE
ROOM IS BEING OPERATED.
DO NOT WORK ON YOUR SLIDE-OUT SYSTEM UNLESS
THE BATTERY IS DISCONNECTED. FAILURE TO ACT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING MAY RESULT IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH OR CUT. KEEP
CLEAR AND USE CAUTION.
The material is provided in a 50’ continuous roll which can
be cut to size.

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Preparation
Preparing To Remove The Roll Tube
1. Extend the slide out approximately 6”-8”.
2. Insert a cotter pin into the slot on each end of the roll tube
(Fig.1A) so that the torsion springs do not unwind.
3. Remove the screws that hold the fabric in place on the awning
rail (Fig.2).
4. Remove the #3 Phillips head screws at each end of the Solera
Slider Awning that secure the spring head assembly torsion arm
to the hex extension rod (Fig.3).
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE ROLL TUBE
AND FABRIC MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
5. Remove the mushroom-shaped end cap (Fig.3A) from
each side.
6. Working together with another person, each on a ladder,
rmly grasp the roll tube and slide it to the left so that the
spring head assembly torsion arm (Fig.4A) comes loose
from the hex extension rod (Fig.4B). Repeat this action,
this time sliding the roll tube to the right so that the other
spring head assembly torsion arm comes loose from the
hex extension rod.
7. Working with another person, slide the roll tube
assembly off the unit.
Roll Tube Tension Release
1. Mark the end caps and roll tube with a non-permanent
marker so that they can be properly replaced (Fig.4C).
2. Working together with another person, one person rmly
holding the roll tube and the other holding the spring head
assembly torsion arm, remove the cotter pin.
3. Release tension by slowly turning the torsion arm
bracket. Repeat this process for the other end.
4. Remove the end cap from the end of the roll tube so that
the fabric can be removed.
5. Remove the screws that hold the fabric to the roll tube.
6. Slide the fabric off the end that has the end cap
removed.
Fig.1
Fig.2 Fig.3
Fig.4
A
A
screw
A B
A

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Awning Fabric Replacement
FAILURE TO SUPPORT THE ROLL TUBE, FABRIC
AND AWNING ASSEMBLY DURING INSTALLATION
MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Fabric Installation
Installing Fabric Into Roll Tube
1. Measure the old fabric from end to end. Use that
measurement for your new fabric. Then cut to t using
scissors and a straight edge. You can also use the old
fabric as a template.
2. To protect the fabric from damage during installation, le
any edges or burrs from the roll tube. To avoid damaging
the new fabric, it is recommended to apply masking tape
along the leading edge corners.
3. Thread the gray polycord into slot of roll tube, then
slowly slide fabric along the length of the roll tube.
4. Center the fabric on the roll tube and secure it with
previously removed screws.
5. With one person at each end of the roll tube, roll the
fabric so that it rolls over the top of the roll tube toward the
bead edge of the fabric.
6. Replace end cap on the roll tube, making sure to line-up
marks made on the end cap and roll tube (Fig.4C)
7. With one person rmly holding the roll tube, the other
person will turn the torsion arm clockwise 14 turns (if on
the left end of roll tube or counterclockwise if on the right
end of roll tube) in order to increase the tension.
8. Replace the cotter pin into the end cap and shaft of the
torsion arm assembly.
9. Repeat step 7 and step 8 on the opposite end of the roll
tube, making sure that both torsion arm brackets are facing
the same direction.
Installing Fabric Into Awning Rail
NOTE: During install, the slide room should be open a
minimum of 6 inches.
NOTE: Do not unroll the fabric more than one full turn,
otherwise tension may be lost in the roll tube spring.
1. To protect the fabric from damage during installation, le
any sharp edges or burrs from the awning rail.
2. To prepare for fabric installation, use a screwdriver
to spread open the awning rail on the installation end
(Fig.5A).
3. Spray the inside of the awning rail channel with silicone
lubricant (Fig.5B).
4. Using at least two people, feed the black polycord through the
awning rail channel (Fig.6).
5. Slide one of the spring head assembly torsion arms onto the
hex extension rod. By sliding the hex extension rod all the way
into the spring head assembly torsion arm, the other spring
head assembly torsion arm will slide onto the hex extension rod
Fig.5
Fig.6
A
B
polycord in channel
slide fabric

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Installation and Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
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at the opposite end. Position the spring head assembly torsion
arms on the hex extension rods at an angle away from the unit
so that the roll tube will not be touching the slide room.
6. Replace the mushroom-head end caps (Fig.2A).
7. Secure both hex extension rods to the spring head
assembly torsion arms using the #3 Phillips head screw
(Fig.1).
8. To relieve tension in the roll tube, grasp the roll tube and
remove the cotter pins.
RELEASE THE ROLL TUBE SLOWLY TO AVOID
DAMAGE TO THE ASSEMBLY AND SERIOUS INJURY.
Maintenance
Fabric Care
If the awning is retracted while wet, extend the slide out
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.
Fig.7
awning rail
1”
fabric stitching
Securing the Fabric
1. Extend and retract the room several times to ensure that
the fabric is square on the roll tube and unit.
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 ½”
hex head screw. Install the screw down through the awning
rail into the fabric and the polycord (Fig.7).

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(For Aftermarket Applications)
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Troubleshooting Table
What’s Happening What Should Be Done?
Fabric sags or is loose.
Check tension on springs.
Make sure end caps are properly secured.
Fabric will not roll up. Check tension on springs.
Fabric will not unroll. Make sure the pins that lock tension for install have been removed from both ends of end
caps.
Fabric appears to roll up at an angle.
Make sure fabric is centered on the roll tube.
Make sure fabric is cut square.
Additional Information
Sources
Additional information about this product can be obtained
from www.lci1.com/support or by downloading the free
myLCI app. The app is available 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.

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Notes

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Fabric Replacement
Installation and Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
CCD-0001265
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