Lippert Solera Power User manual

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Solera® Universal Hardware
Power Awning to
Solera 12V Power Awning
(For Aftermarket Application)
CCD-0001282
Solera®
Universal
Hardware
Power Awning to
Solera 12V Power Awning
(For Aftermarket Applications)
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
System Information .................................... 2
Safety Information ..................................... 2
Parts List ................................................ 2
Preparation ............................................. 3
Resources Required ................................... 3
Conversion ............................................. 3
Wiring ................................................... 9
Operation ............................................. 10
Extending the Awning ............................... 10
Retracting the Awning ............................... 10
Adjusting Pitch ....................................... 10
Troubleshooting Chart ............................... 11
Troubleshooting ...................................... 12
Manual Override ..................................... 12
Maintenance .......................................... 12
Fabric Care .......................................... 12

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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 Lippert Solera Universal Hardware kit for a
power to power conversion will ONLY t Dometic and
Carefree awnings.
Additional information about this product can be obtained
from lci1.com/support or by using the LippertNOW app. Re-
placement kits can be ordered from https://store.lci1.com/
or by using the LippertNOW app.
The LippertNOW app is available for free on Apple App
Store® for iPhone® and iPad® and also on Google Play™
for Android™ users.
App Store® 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.
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.
Power 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 are installed and
MUST be used to contain the tension when the system is
being serviced.
Parts List
Solera 12V Tall Arm (69”) Flat Adjustable Pitch Arms require:
• 69” of unobstructed area from the awning rail straight down.
• Minimum clearance of 4” between the awning rail and the
top of the entry door.
Universal Kit #Universal Kit # Description
434723 Solera Power 12V 69” Kit, Black
434724 Solera Power 12V 69” Kit, White

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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
• Chop Saw
• Cordless Battery
• Wire Stripper
• Wire Crimper
• Ladder
• Silicone Sealant
• Non-permanent Method of Marking
Conversion
Dometic Power Awning to
Solera®12V Power Awning
NOTE: Click the following link to see the video on this
conversion procedure: https://youtu.be/n50vm-lelAg
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.
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.
1. 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.
2. With the awning fully extended, remove the 2 screws
securing the awning fabric to the awning rail.
3. If equipped, remove drip cap from the end of the awning
rail on the end of the unit that the awning assembly will be
removed from.
4. If equipped, remove the wire covers from the
mount arms.
5. Remove all fasteners from the lower and middle sections
of both the drive and idler mount arms.
NOTE: Do NOT remove the upper fasteners of the mount
arms at this time.
6. With the power disconnected, pull the wiring out of the
sidewall and disconnect all leads from the unit wires.
NOTE: Be sure to check both drive and idler arms for
wiring to be disconnected.
7. Connect the motor leads to a cordless battery and
retract the awning so that approximately 12” of awning
fabric remains extended.

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15. Using a ⁄” socket, remove the bolt securing the idler
head to the support arm assembly and detach the head
from the support arm assembly.
16. With a rm grip on the roll tube and the idler head
rmly secured with locking pliers, remove the cotter pin
from the end cap.
THESPRINGISUNDEREXTREMETENSION.IMPROPER
HANDLING COULD CAUSE DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
8. For both the drive and idler side support arm
assemblies, secure the outer arm to the mount arm using
the nylon ties provided.
IF NOT PROPERLY SECURED, THE SUPPORT ARMS
CAN KICK OUT DUE TO PRESSURE FROM THE GAS
STRUT, WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
9. With additional assistants holding the support arm
assemblies, remove the upper fasteners from both the
drive and idler mount arms. Pull the nylon ties tight.
10. Carefully slide the entire awning assembly along the
awning rail until the polycord clears the channel.
11. Place the awning assembly on a clean, level surface
that is free of any debris that might scratch or damage the
roll tube or fabric.
NOTE: Contact Dometic before installation to verify the
version of awning to be converted. Newer versions may not
need spring pins inserted into the tube to later release tension.
12. On the idler support arm assembly, insert a cotter pin
into the end cap to lock the spring head in place.
13. On the drive support arm assembly, drill out the rivets
securing the end cap to the roll tube.
14. Completely detach the support arm assembly and
internal motor from the roll tube.
NOTE: Padding the locking pliers will prevent the
scratching of components.
17. Carefully release the tension by slowly unwinding the
spring head.
18. Drill out the rivets securing the end cap to the roll tube.
19. Completely detach the idler end cap and spring
assembly from the roll tube.
20. Unroll the fabric. Still working on the idler side of the
roll tube, slide the fabric towards the drive side of the roll
tube so it is well out of way.
21. Using the tape provided, align one edge of the tape
with the edge of the roll tube and wrap the tape around
the roll tube.
NOTE: This provides the guideline for cutting the roll
tube.Click the link to see the video on this procedure:
https://youtu.be/n50vm-lelAg.
22. Using a chop saw, cut the roll tube along the edge of
the tape applied in the previous step.
NOTE: Sharp edges and/or burrs MUST be led down.
23. Secure both drive and idler Solera end caps 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.
24. Center the fabric on the roll tube and secure each end
by installing the provided ¼” pan head screw through the
polycord into the roll tube.
25. Re-roll the fabric after it is centered and cut off the extra polycord.
26. Insert the shaft of the Solera idler head assembly into
the end cap. Align the holes and secure with the provided
#8 - 32 x ½” wax screw.
27. Insert the shaft of the Solera drive head assembly into the
end cap. Align the holes and secure with the provided #8 - 32
x ½” wax screw.
NOTE: Keep the head of the wax screw ⁄” from fastened to
avoid compromising the structural integrity of the wax screw.

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28. With additional assistants holding the support arm
assemblies, insert the polycord into the awning rail channel
and slide the Solera awning assembly along the awning
rail.
29. Place the drive side support arm assembly directly
under the awning rail so the top of the mount arm is
touching the bottom of the rail.
NOTE: Support arm should be installed so that it covers
holes of the original awning, but no lower than 3” below the
awning rail. Seal old holes with sealant.
30. Align the drive side support arm assembly to cover
the holes on the unit at the bottom of the arm. Make sure
the assembly is parallel with the corresponding guideline
marked in Step 1.
NOTE: There may still be a hole showing at the top of the
arm due to the width of the angle brackets.
31. Secure the upper section of the mount arm to the unit
with 2 of the provided #14 x 1 ¼” screws.
NOTE: Silicone sealant MUST be used on all screws and
holes to prevent water from inltrating the unit.
32. Repeat Steps 29-31 for the idler side support arm
assembly.
33. Cut the nylon ties containing the support arm
assemblies.
34. At the drive side support arm assembly, connect
the motor leads to a cordless battery and fully extend
the awning.
35. Remove the wire covers to expose the lower and middle
sections of the mount arm.
NOTE: If the power leads exiting the unit do not align with
the hole in the wall mount arm, a new hole must be drilled
out on the wall mount arm PRIOR to securing the lower and
middle sections of the arm so as not to damage the unit.
36. Secure the lower and middle sections of the drive side
mount arm to the unit with the provided #14 x 1 ¼” screws
or rivets. Make sure the arms are square on the wall of
the unit. (There will be 2 screws in the lower holes and 2
screws in the middle holes.)
Fig.1
NOTE: For units with berglass sidewalls, Lippert requires
the use of rivets for securing the lower and middle sections
of the mount arm.
37. Repeat Steps 35-36 for the idler side mount arm.
NOTE: Before proceeding, see the Wiring section to
complete installation.
38. Extend and retract the awning several times to ensure
that the fabric is square on the roll tube. 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.
39. If previously equipped, reinstall drip caps.
Carefree Power 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. Refer
to the unit manufacturer for proper location.
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.
1. Using a non-permanent method of marking, draw a
vertical line along the inside of both the drive side and

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Fig.2
idler side support arm assemblies. This will act as a
guideline for re-installation (Fig.1).
2. With the awning fully extended, remove the wire covers,
if equipped, from the mount arms.
3. Remove all fasteners from the lower and middle sections
of both the drive side and idler side mount arms (Fig.2).
NOTE: Do NOT remove the upper fasteners of the mount
arms at this time.
Fig.3
A B
4. Pull the wiring out of the sidewall and disconnect all
leads from the unit wires.
5. Connect motor leads (Fig.3A) to a cordless battery
(Fig.3B) and retract the awning so that approximately 12”
of awning fabric remains extended.
IF NOT PROPERLY SECURED, THE SUPPORT ARMS
CAN KICK OUT DUE TO PRESSURE FROM THE GAS
STRUT, WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
A B
C
Fig.4
A B
Fig.5

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6. For both the drive side and idler side support arm
assemblies, secure the outer arm (Fig.4B) to the mount
arm (Fig.4A) using the nylon ties provided (Fig.4C).
7. On the drive side support arm assembly and with an
additional assistant holding the roll tube (Fig.5A), remove
the screws securing the end cap (Fig.5B) to the roll tube.
8. With additional assistants holding the support arm
assembly, remove the upper fasteners from the drive side
11. Secure the Solera end cap to the roll tube with the
provided rivets.
NOTE: It may be necessary to drill out the previous holes
Fig.6
A B
Fig.7
A B C
Fig.8
in order to accommodate the larger-sized rivets.
12. Insert the Solera drive head assembly shaft (Fig.8B)
into the end cap (Fig.8A).
NOTE: When determining the drive head assembly from
mount arm (Fig.6). Pull the nylon ties tight.
9. Detach the drive side support arm assembly from the
unit and roll tube and set aside.
10. Place the Solera end cap (Fig.7B) on the end of the roll
tube (Fig.7A), making sure it is properly seated and the roll
tube channel is aligned with the channel on the end cap.
the idler head assembly, the drive head assembly will
have an override plug (Fig.8C), whereas the idler head
assembly will not.
13. Align the holes and secure with the provided
#8 - 32 x ½” wax screw (Fig.9).
Fig.9

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NOTE: Keep the head of the wax screw ⁄” from
fastened to avoid compromising the structural integrity
of the wax screw.
14. Place the drive side support arm assembly directly
under the awning rail so the top of the mount arm is
touching the bottom of the rail.
NOTE: Support arm should be installed so that it covers
holes of the original awning, but no lower than 3” below the
awning rail. Seal old holes with sealant.
15. Align the drive side support arm assembly with the
corresponding guideline marked in Step 1, being sure all
previous holes are covered.
16. Secure the upper section of the drive side mount arm
to the unit with 2 of the provided #14 x 1 ¼”
screws (Fig.10).
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.
17. Repeat Steps 7-16 for the idler side support
arm assembly.
18. Cut the nylon ties containing the support
arm assemblies.
19. At the drive side support arm assembly, connect the
motor leads (Fig.11A) to a cordless battery (Fig.11B) and
fully extend the awning.
20. Remove the wire covers to expose the lower and
middle sections of the mount arm.
NOTE: If the power leads exiting the unit do not align with
the hole in the wall mount arm, a new hole must be drilled
out on the wall mount arm PRIOR to securing the lower and
middle sections of the arm so as not to damage the unit.
Fig.10
A B
Fig.11
Fig.12 Fig.13
21. Secure the lower (Fig.12) and middle (Fig.13) sections
of the drive side mount arm to the unit using the provided
#14 x 1 ¼” screws or rivets.(There will be 2 screws in the
lower holes and 2 in the middle holes).
NOTE: Silicone sealant MUST be used on all screws and
holes to prevent water from inltrating the unit.
NOTE: For units with berglass sidewalls, Lippert requires
the use of rivets for securing the lower and middle sections
of the mount arm.
22. Repeat Steps 20-21 for the idler side mount arm.
NOTE: See “Wiring” Section to complete installation.
23. Replace wire covers after wiring is complete.

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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.14).
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. Lippert
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
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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.15A) 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.15B).
The awning will then extend to its correct orientation and
normal operation can resume.
A
B
Fig.15
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.15B) until the awning is
retracted completely.
Fig.16 Fig.17
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 runo󰀨.
1. Extend the awning to the fully open position.
2. Choose the side of the awning for optimum shade or
convenient water runo󰀨. Pull downward on the joint of the
pitch arm until desired pitch is set (Fig. 16A). Belleville
washers and bolt (Fig. 16B) 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.17). The 2-position arm can be set in the pitch
position or snapped into a straight position by pushing the
release button (Fig.17A) and sliding the sleeve (Fig.17B).
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.16B) in the center of
the joint.
A
B
A
B
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What Is 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 mount arms are 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.
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 crank handle is operated past full extension, the awning
will roll up backwards. This is not a defect. To correct the fabric
orientation, simply operate the crank handle in the retract direction
and the awning will then extend to its correct orientation and normal
operation can resume.
Troubleshooting Chart

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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.18A) from the drive head
assembly, exposing the manual override nut on the motor.
Fig.18
A
2. Using a ⁄” socket and cordless or electric drill or screw
gun, spin the manual override nut counterclockwise to
retract the awning (Fig.19).
Fig.19
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.18A).
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.
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 o󰀨 with fresh
water. Repeat if necessary. Allow to dry before retracting.
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.
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