Lippert Solera Classic User manual

Solera® Classic Awning
OWNER'S MANUAL (AU)

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Introduction
The Solera Classic Awning is designed for use on most recreational vehicle units and is available in a variety
of sizes to fit even the largest unit.
Additional information about this product can be obtained from www.lci1.com/support or by downloading
the free LippertNOW app. The app is available on Apple App Store® for iPhone and iPad and also on Google
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For information on the assembly or individual components of this product, please visit:
https://support.lci1.com/solera-classic-awning.
NOTE: Images used in this document are for reference only when assembling, installing and/or operating
this product. Actual appearance of provided and/or purchased parts and assemblies may differ.
Table of Contents
Introduction 2
Safety 2
Operation 3
Extending the Awning 3
Extending Optional Car Port 5
Retracting the Awning 5
Troubleshooting 7
Maintenance 8
Resources Required 8
Fabric Care 8
Notes 9
The “CAUTION” symbol above is a sign that a safety risk is involved and may cause personal injury
and/or product or property damage if not safely adhered to and within the parameters set forth
in this manual.
Moving parts can pinch, crush or cut. Keep clear and use caution.
Safety
Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this product. Adhere to all safety labels.
This manual provides general instructions. Many variables can change the circumstances of the instructions,
i.e., the degree of difficulty, operation and ability of the individual performing the instructions. This
manual cannot begin to plot out instructions for every possibility, but provides the general instructions,
as necessary, for effectively interfacing with the device, product or system. Failure to correctly follow the
provided instructions may result in death, serious personal injury, severe product and/or property damage,
including voiding of the LCI limited warranty.

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Operation
Extending the Awning
1. Release the travel locks, which will be either original (A) or current (B) style.
A. Original Travel Locks - Release the travel locks (Fig. 1B) on the support arm brackets by reaching
behind the support bracket (Fig. 1A) and squeezing the travel lock sides inward, releasing the
outer arm (Fig. 1E).
B. Current Travel Locks - Press slightly upward on the tab (Fig.2A) on the travel lock base latch (Fig.
2D) to release the travel lock body (Fig. 2B). Swing the travel lock body arm (Fig. 2C) from behind
the support bracket (Fig. 3A) to release the outer arm (Fig. 3E).
Fig. 1
A
B
E
Prior to raising the Pop Top on a pop up trailer, the cam lock (Fig. 4B) MUST be in the
roll out position. Failure to do so can result in damage to the trailer.
C
D
Fig. 2
A
EC
D
B
A
Fig. 3
C
NOTE: Other than the difference of travel locks, the
awning assemblies, Figures 1 and 3, are the
same. Call outs A, C, D, and E in Figure 1 are
the same as call outs A, C, D, and E in Figure 3.
D

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Prior to raising the pop top on a pop up trailer, the cam lock (Fig. 2B) MUST be in the
roll out position. Failure to have the cam lock in the open position can result in damage to the trailer.
5. Slide the bottom of the support arms (Fig. 3D) all the way to the top of the outer arm (Fig. 3E) and
make sure they lock into place at the top of the outer arm (Fig. 4A).
6. Pull on the outer arms to ensure the fabric is taut and tighten the black locking knob (Fig.3C) to lock
the outer arm into place.
7. Raise the outer arms to the desired height by releasing the support arm assembly handle (Fig. 5A)
and allow the outer arm upper channel (Fig.5B) to slide on the outer arm lower channel (Fig. 5C). After
reaching the desired height, let go of the support arm assembly handle to lock the arm at this position.
8. Slide the pull strap to one end or the other and wrap it around the arm to secure it out of the way.
2. Loosen the black locking knobs (Fig. 3C) on the support arms (Fig. 3A).
3. Flip the cam lock (Fig. 4B) down to the roll out position.
4. Using the pull rod, start pulling the awning outward until full extension is complete.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
B
C
A
A
B

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Extending Optional Car Port
1. After steps 1-8 in the Extending the Awning section have been completed, remove the outer arm
(Fig. 6A) from the side of the unit by releasing the lever (Fig. 6B) on lower mounting bracket (Fig. 6C).
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 (Fig.6D) to the ground with the provided stakes.
Retracting the Awning
1. If the awning is in car port mode, remove the stakes from the foot of the outer arm (Fig. 6D). Walk the
outer arm back to the unit and secure it into the lower mounting bracket on the sidewall by pushing
the lever (Fig. 6B) on the lower mounting bracket (Fig. 6C) and inserting the outer arm pin (Fig. 6E) into
the lower mounting bracket of the unit. Repeat procedure on other end.
2. Unwrap the awning pull strap and return it to the center of the awning roll tube.
3. Lower the outer arms by releasing the outer arm assembly handle and allow the outer arm upper
channel (Fig. 5A) to slide down the outer arm lower channel (Fig. 5B) until it rests on the acorn nut.
Repeat the procedure for the other end.
Fig. 6
B
A
C
D
E
4. Loosen the black locking knob (Fig. 3C) and unlock the support arm by releasing the spring clip
(Fig. 7A) at the top of the outer arm head assembly. Allow the support arm to slide all the way down
toward the bottom of the outer arm. Repeat this for both ends.
5. Take a firm hold on the awning strap and release the tension on the springs by flipping the cam lock
(Fig. 8A) up to the roll in position.
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
AA

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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. Remove the hook from the pull
strap and store in a secure location.
7. Secure travel locks accordingly as they appear on the unit.
A. Original Travel Locks - Lock the arms for travel mode by compressing the outer arm (Fig. 9E)
and support arm (Fig. 9A) together until the outer arm clicks into the travel locks (Fig. 9B) on the
support arm.
B. Current Travel Locks - Lock the arms for travel mode by compressing the outer arm (Fig. 11E)
and support arm (Fig. 11A) together. Swing the travel lock body (Fig.10B) down onto the travel
lock base (Fig.10A). The travel lock body will press onto and latch close on the travel lock base.
The travel lock body's arm (Fig. 10C) will wrap behind the arms for secure travel mode.
Fig. 9
A
EC
B
A
Fig. 10
C
Fig. 11
A
B
EC
8. Tighten the black locking knob (Fig 9C).
NOTE: Other than the difference of travel locks, the awning assemblies, Figures 9 and 11, are the same.
Callouts A, C, and E in Figure 9 are the same as call outs A, C, and E in Figure 11.

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What is happening? Why it's happening What should be done?
Awning will not extend.
Cam lock engaged. Check position of the cam lock (roll out).
Travel locks engaged. Make sure that the travel locks have been released
from the outer arm.
Rafter arm(s) locking
knob(s) is engaged.
Make sure the locking knob for the rafters has been
loosened.
Outer arm(s) is not
aligned properly.
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. Re-adjust outer arm height.
Awning will not retract
or only retracts part way.
Rafter arm(s) locking
knob(s) is engaged.
Make sure the mount/rafter arms have been put in
the stored position and the locking knob has not
been tightened.
Cam lock not engaged. Check position of cam lock (roll in).
Outer arm(s) stored
properly.
Make sure the outer arms have been placed in the
closed/stored position.
Spring tension not
engaged. Make sure the awning has the proper tension on it.
Outer arm(s) is in
secured position.
Make sure 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.
Rafter arm(s) locking
knob not engaged.
Make sure that the mount/rafter arm has been
pulled tight and the locking knob is secured.
Fabric out of alignment. Check that the fabric is square on the unit and with
the roll tube.
Fabric is loose on
awning rail.
Make sure the fabric is properly secured to the
awning rail on the unit.
Roll tube has been
damaged. Make sure roll tube is not bent.
Locking knob will not
tighten.
Locking knob assembly
has been damaged.
The lock knob screws into the channel nut and
tightens the arms together. Open the awning, check
when turning the knob that the nut is not stripped out.
If it is stripped, it would require replacing both parts.
Mount/rafter arm will
not extend.
Rafter arm(s) locking
knob(s) is engaged. Make sure the locking knob has been loosened.
Debris is lodged in track
arm(s).
Make sure there is no debris in the track the arm
slides in.
Arm(s) is damaged. Make sure arm is not bent.
Awning will not roll up
straight.
Fabric out of alignment.
Check to make sure fabric is centered on roll tube
and also centered between the arms attached to the
unit.
Fabric has shifted within
awning rail.
If the fabric is not centered, move the screws on both
ends of the awning and shift the fabric accordingly.
Anchoring screws
within awning rail are
missing.
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. Install missing second screw.
Arm(s) is damaged. Make sure the arms are square and straight.
Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting Continued
What is happening? Why it's happening What should be done?
Awning will not stay in the
rolled out position.
Cam lock wear may be
present.
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.
Maintenance
Resources Required
Over-spray of cleaning solution can cause eye and sensitive skin irritation. Flush affected area with clean
water and seek medical attention, if necessary. Wear eye protection and appropriate protective clothing
to avoid personal injury.
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.
NOTE: Mildew does not form on the fabric itself, but on the accumulated dust, dirt and grime.
Periodically clean vinyl or woven acrylic fabric using a mixture of ¼cup of dish soap and five gallons
of warm water.
1. Liberally apply the mixture on the top of the fabric and retract the awning for five minutes. This will
apply the mixture to the bottom of the fabric as well.
2. Extend the awning and hose off with fresh water.
3. Repeat if necessary.
4. Allow awning to dry before retracting.
Moving parts can pinch, crush or cut. Keep clear and use caution.
Fabric Care
• 5 gallon bucket
• Clean water
• ¼cup dish soap
• Bristle brush with sufficient reach

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