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1. 1A 1A 4mm Hox lt Figure 12 Motor Limit Switches WM011a To access the switches remove the outer motor endcap and plug Adjusting the OUT Limit Switch 1 Extend the awning out completely 2 Confirm that the arms are fully extended The motor should stop and the fabric should be tight If the motor continues to run the fabric will sag or if the motor quits before the arms are extended it will be necessary to adjust the OUT limit switch 3 Using a 4mm Allen wrench turn the OUT limit switch CLOCKWISE increases time the motor runs during extension COUNTERCLOCKWISE reduces the time the motor runs NOTE It is best to make the adjustments in increments of a single turn 3 full turns of the screw equals approximately 2 of fabric extension 4 Extend and retract the awning several times to confirm that the adjustment is correct 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 as required until the awning extends correctly Adjusting the IN Limit Switch 1 Retract the awning in completely 2 Confirm that the arms are fully retracted The motor should stop when the awning is fully retracted If the motor quits before the arms are fully retracted it will be necessary to adjust the IN limit switch 3 Using a 4mm Allen wrench turn the IN limit switch Clockwise increase time the motor runs during retraction counter clockwise reduces the time the motor runs NOTE2. through the mounting surface 1 25 6 x 3 4 Screw 7 j i e 1 25 3 2cm Min Clearance Left Side Orientaion From Mounting Face to SK002a Rear of Switch Connector skooza Figure 10 Switch Installation 2 Determine the switch orientation 2 1 The wires of the connector extend from the side of the switch with 3 terminals on the back 2 2 For wire routing on the right side of the switch as shown in Details A and B orient the switch with the 3 terminals on the right 2 3 For wire routing on the left side of the switch as shown in Detail C orient the switch with the 3 terminals on the left 2 4 Push the switch into the faceplate until the tabs on the switch click into place behind the faceplate Ensure that the switch and faceplate are oriented so that the lettering is up and the wires are oriented as desired 2 5 Set switch aside 3 Route the awning motor wires through the switch hole and attach to the switch connector To 12VDC To Ground BLUE Motor Wire BLUE Motor Wire BROWN Motor Wire BROWN Motor Wire To 12VDC CONNECTOR To Ground SK003a SK003b WIRE COLOR LH CONNECTOR ORIENTATION RH CONNECTOR ORIENTATION RED 12VDC WHITE BLUE motor wire BROWN motor wire BLUE BROWN motor wire BLUE motor wire BLACK Ground Ground 4 Run a minimum 16 awg wire from the power distribution panel auxi
3. It is best to make the adjustments in increments of a single turn 3 full turns of the screw equals approximately 2 of fabric extension 4 Extend and retract the awning several times to confirm that the adjustment is correct 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 as required until the awning retracts correctly 052563 001r7 9
4. appropriate safety equipment i e goggles e Always use appropriate lifting devices and or helpers when lifting or holding heavy objects e When using fasteners use care to not over tighten Soft materials such as fiberglass and aluminum can be stripped out and lose the ability to grip and hold Reference Publications located www carefreeofcolorado com 052563 001 Installation Manual 052563 201 Owner s Manual 052563 301 Service Manual Carefree of Colorado 2145 W 6 Avenue Broomfield CO 80020 a Scott Fetzer company 303 469 3324 www carefreeofcolorado com Carefree Installation Manual FREEDOM WM PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Freedom Awnings are state of the art lateral arm awnings When retracted the housing provides protection against the elements while the streamlined styling blends in with the coach sidewall The full tension canopy fabric allows the awning to be partially or fully extended for best shade coverage Each unit is equipped with lateral support arms No vertical arms interfere with coach sidewalls custom graphics or equipment that may be mounted on the sidewalls Freedom Awning Specifications e Fully retractable and self storing Available as manual or motorized The sealed awning motor operates on standard 12VDC range 10VDC to 14VDC Case and frame are constructed of high strength aluminum extrusions protected with a polyester paint finish Stainless steel fasteners and hardware SPECIFICATIONS Widths
5. interference NOTE Height dimension is based on clearance over a 76cm 30 door extension The mounting height will vary 1 9cm 75 for every 5cm 2 change in extension For longer extensions add the calculated difference For shorter extensions subtract the difference e The centerline of the awning fabric is offset from the centerline of the awning assembly To align the center of the fabric use the backplate of the awning assembly for measurements Lightly spray the inside track of the awning rail with a silicone lubricant 3 Using a minimum of two people lift the awning up and tilt as shown 4 Hook the mounting rail into the awning rail and roll down ol Adjust the position of the awning horizontally as required It may be necessary to lift the awning so Figure 7 Mount Using Awning Rail that it will slide in the awning rail 6 For the motorized awning only e Lift the awning upward slightly On the coach wall mark the location of where the motor wires exit the awning case e Measure and drill one 8mm hole through the outer wall at the mark NOTES Adjust the location as required Measure to avoid any interior framing cabinets electrical components etc that could be damaged or interfere with the hole location Ensure that the motor cables are accessible after routing in the next step This is a preliminary step the wire and switch installation are completed after the awning is secured e Route the
6. centimeters 220 243 257 300 350 400 450 900 inches 8 96 101 118 138 157 177 197 Extension 152cm 180cm 200cm 250cm 60 72 80 98 LEADING EDGE POSITION ACTUATION AND CONTROL Power Lateral Arm Spring Minimum Tension Open Position Control Motorized _ Roll Out In Controlled by Electrical Motor Manual Roll Out In Controlled by Manual Crank MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS Motor Type Tubular Power 12VDC Minimum 10VDC Output 30 Watts Nominal Current 2 5Amps Max Current 14Amps stall min voltage Power Source Motor and controls are routed and hardwired into the vehicle s 12V system Torque Continuous 6Nm 4 5 ft lbs Tightening 18Nm 13 2 ft lbs Speed 24 rpm COLORS AVAILABLE Case Satin White or Black Fabric Vinyl Awning Width Fabric Width 5 cm 2 25 Figure 1 General Dimensions Special Note Dimensions are provided in centimeters Conversion formulas are provided below Inches Vventimeters___ __Millimeters _ 2 54 25 4 Centimeters Inches x 2 54 Millimeters Inches x 25 4 052563 001r7 1 FREEDOM WM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado COMPONENT CHECKLIST T h f MARRA UY b 1 NH 1 a If lt a EF a Shen a SRS hire a See o o oo oo Figure 2 Component Checklist MI ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY NOTE m 14 Awning Assembly 1 HARDWARE KITS application depending on Awning L
7. e ground Edge of Back Plate 1cm 7 16 Bi lt 3 0m or less gt 3 5m gt 4 0m gt Edge of Back Plate Beg 1cm 7 16 Center of Back Plate Awning Length Figure 3 Mounting Plate Pattern 2 Mark the position with a chalk line 3 Determine the correct plate pattern then use the plates as a template and drill 8mm 5 16 holes through the vehicle wall to match the plates 4 Attach the plates using the supplied M6 1 x 50mm carriage bolts fender washers lock washers nuts and bolt covers 052563 001r7 M6 1 x 50mm Carriage Bolt 8mm 5 16 Hole KEA i Bolt Cover u t Nylock Nut Fender Washer Mounting Plate wmoo4 Figure 4 Typical Plate Attach FREEDOM WM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado 5 For motorized awnings only e The motor wire comes out of the back of the motor end cap Use the dimensions shown to locate the hole into the vehicle NOTES The hole location can be located in Edge of Back Plate the areas shown to avoid interior framing omm 3 16 rin fT 5 8 cabinets and electrical components that could be ce damaged or interfere with the hole location 2 oy 4 ieee ere Ensure that the motor wires are accessible after 8mm 5 1 en St Pee ee ee eens routing There is 180cm 70 of wire furnished with Hole thru Wall as P A a the motor If the final routing to the switch location Lacaieiholeintdhese areac is greater than the suppl
8. e of Colorado Every effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in the document is accurate and complete However Carefree of Colorado assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from the use of this document The information contained in this manual pertains to the current configuration of the models listed on the title page Earlier model configurations may differ from the information given Carefree of Colorado reserves the right to cancel change alter or add any parts and assemblies described in this manual without prior notice Carefree of Colorado agrees to allow the reproduction of this document for use with Carefree of Colorado products only Any other reproduction or translation of this document in whole or part is strictly prohibited without prior written approval from Carefree of Colorado SAFETY INFORMATION AWARNING A WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY AND OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUTION A CAUTION INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT MAY CAUSE MINOR TO MODERATE PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IT MAY ALSO BE USED TO ALERT AGAINST UNSAFE PRACTICES NOTE A note indicates further information about a product part or step Tip A tip provides helpful suggestions Safety Notes e Always disconnect battery or power source before working on or around the electrical system e Always wear
9. easure down vertically and mark the location of the brackets The ideal location is 94 127 cm 37 50 below the bottom of the awning Edge of Lead Rail 4mm 5 32 Pilot Hole lo Bracket 94 127 cm 37 50 GG lt NN N A i D 10 x 3 4 Flat Head Screws Pivot Pivot diia Figure 9 Wall Mounted Support Brackets 2 Center the brackets on the location marks and using the bracket as a template drill two 2 4mm 5 32 pilot holes 3 Attach the brackets with two 2 10 x 3 4 flat head screws This completes the installation of the manual awning For motorized awnings go to Switch Installation on page 7 6 052563 001r7 Carefree Installation Manual FREEDOM WM SWITCH INSTALLATION MOTORIZED AWNINGS ONLY CAUTION ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SOURCES BEFORE WORKING WITH THE ELECTRICAL WIRING 1 Determine the location for the switch e There is approximately 180cm 70 of wire from the awning motor If the distance to the switch exceeds the furnished wire the installer must furnish 18 awg wire and butt splice to the motor wires e Location should provide the operator a view of the awning during operation e The switch requires a 4 8cm x 7 3cm 1 7 8 x 2 7 8 area on the mounting surface and a minimum clearance depth of 3 2cm 1 25 from the mounting surface 1 At the switch location cut a rectangular hole 1 25 3 2cm x 1 88 4 8cm
10. ength see note 2 A B 2 m 2 Mounting Plate 12cm 4 3 4 3 Mounting Plate 40 cm 15 75 2 D 4 Screw Lag 14 x 1 1 2 O 5 Carriage Screw M6 1 x 50mm 6 12 m 6 Fender Washer 6 12 Q Lock Washer 612 m 8 Nut Nylock M6 6 12 9 Bolt Cover 6 12 Q 10 Screw Phillips Pan Head 6 x 3 8 6 8 O 11 Bottom Bracket OSOS O 12 Screw FlatHead o gt oo y OO O 13 Owners Manual S OSOS 5 Q 14 Crank Handle Hook Used with Manual Crank Only 3 Q 15 Switch Kit Used with Motorized Only 4 Notes 1 Awning configuration is specified at time of order including awning length fabric color etc Check awning assembly against original purchase order 2 Hardware Kits are based on awning length A 4m or shorter B 4 5m and 5 0m Crank Handle item 14 used with manual crank version only Switch kit Item 15 used with motorized version only Place the Owner s Manual item 13 and override key item 16 with RV owner information Installation manual if included is for installer reference O1 amp 2 052563 001r7 Carefree Installation Manual INSTALLATION FREEDOM WM Two standard methods are available to mount the Freedom awning The awning may be mounted using a set of mounting plates that attaches to the vehicle wall refer to page 3 If using adaptor brackets follow the instructions included with bracket kit then proceed with Mounting the Awning on page 4 The a
11. ied wire from the motor the WM007 installer must splice additional 18awg wire to the Figure 5 Motor Wire Routing motor wires Wire and splices must be furnished by the installer This is a preliminary step the wire and switch installation are completed after the awning is secured e Drill an 8mm hole through the outer vehicle wall Mounting the Awning 1 2 I Eor Motorized Awnings Route Motor Cable through Groove in Back Case 6 x 3 8 Saen 2 per Bracket manage Figure 6 Mounting the Awning Set the awning into the hooks of the mounting plates For motorized awnings Route the motor wires through the hole drilled previously while lifting the awning into position Tip If the wire is routed along the back of the case use small pieces of tape to hold the wire in place while lifting the awning Adjust the position of the awning horizontally as required Refer to Figure 4 Attach the awning case to the mounting plates using two 2 self tapping 6 x 3 8 screws for each bracket 052563 001r7 Carefree Installation Manual FREEDOM WM INSTALLATION USING AN AWNING RAIL The awning may be mounted using an existing awning rail Awning rails are not furnished with the awning 1 Determine the optimum positioning of the awning e When installed the bottom of the awning case is 13 3cm 5 1 4 from the centerline of the awning rail The rail must be mounted a minimum of 41 3cm 16 25 above openings to avoid
12. le INSTALLATION MANUAL arefe FREEDOM WM AWNING MOTORIZED OR MANUAL LATERAL ARM BOX AWNING TABLE OF CONTENTS Product OV Ci areca cetera ae sevens same E N EEE EEEE EE 1 COI DOING IIE CS SIS Csctssetsc tees ice ocacisatnes ater E E 2 UTS ANIO eserves cteneasensanestoasiee once nee pneu vnuisaaneaeesanseentamesieaaouseayaunwsuisnne teuaue Ware ravecreyneme vss yeusneaeeesesneaneanee 3 Attaching the Mounting Ce geese ees et near css aia A E aaa EEEE 3 UNG GIANG TME AWN aese a EE E E 4 Installation Using an Awning Rail cccccccccecceecce cece eece cece cece eeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeseeeseeeseeeseeeseeeseeesueeseseseeeseeesees 5 Bottom Bracket Installato Aesarstccsseccene ciseshoeeainsnns ejotheccsacenenantcumtesugenadieswcunteeeteceseqneadecieteamesettciabeenecanteanscons 6 Switch Installation motorized awnings ONLy ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeneeeneeeesceeseeeseneseneseneseeees 7 UNE GN uC NS OPN NG ME cry eee emote ey atte etic t eacn sue aaa uekuateuNeunecceerioemness 8 Setting the Motor Limits oer asec cerics es es ince eee eee ee ee me eee ees 9 Adjusting the OUT TES WING pacar cccroet eee ciate cated EEE REEE 9 PCS UC Ne IN Eint UG Niece secetsrecsesecnees a eE EEEE 9 052563 001r7 Printed in USA April 2012 PROPRIETARY STATEMENT The Freedom Awning is a product of Carefree of Colorado located in Broomfield Colorado USA The information contained in or disclosed in this document is considered proprietary to Carefre
13. liary battery circuit or equivalent The circuit should be protected by a 15 amp fuse 052563 001r7 7 FREEDOM WM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado 5 Run a minimum 16 awg wire to system ground 6 Route the two wires through the mounting hole Butt splice the 12VDC wire to the RED connector wire Butt splice the ground wire to the BLACK connector wire N Attach the connector to the switch 9 Restore power and test the switch operation 9 Ifthe awning operates opposite to the switch plate markings e Shut off power e Reverse motor wires connected to the blue and white connector wires e Restore power and test 10 Push the wires connector and switch into the mounting hole and secure the switch plate Use two 2 6 x 3 4 flat head screws PITCH ADJUSTMENT The Freedom WM provides minor pitch adjustment for aligning the lead rail with the case This adjustment is only for fine tuning the installation It is not intended as an operational pitch adjustment CAUTION WHEN THE PITCH OF THE AWNING IS ADJUSTED IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE LEAD RAIL IS PARALLEL TO THE AWNING HOUSING 1 Open the awning to access the adjustment screw located on the arm case knuckle 2 Have a second person lift up on the lead rail to relieve the pressure on the adjustment screw 3 Using a 5mm allen wrench turn the adjustment screw Arm Case Knuckle Pitch Adjustment Screw clockwise to raise the lead rail tu
14. motor wires through the hole and seal with silicone sealant 10 Rotate the awning down 11 Open the awning to allow access to the back plate 35 45cm 14 18 NOTE To open the motorized awning momentarily connect the motor wires to a 9 14VDC drill battery or car battery If the motor runs in the reverse direction reverse the leads 12 Drill three 3 4 8mm 3 16 holes through the back of the case into the mounting surface and into the structure Use care to not drill through the inner wall Drill Area Drill Area sa 13 In the awning case ream out the Center Between Arms 4 8mm 3 16 holes to 8mm 5 16 Do not allow the drill to Figure 8 Securing the Awning Case extend into the wall Arm Mount CAUTION THE SCREWS MUST BE LOCATED IN THE OPEN AREAS OF THE AWNING CASE AS SHOWN THE ARMS CANNOT CLOSE COMPLETELY IF THE SCREW HEADS ARE UNDERNEATH 14 Secure the awning using three 3 14 x 1 1 2 lag screws 052563 001r7 5 FREEDOM WM Installation Manual Carefree of Colorado BOTTOM BRACKET INSTALLATION The awning is equipped with vertical supports These supports extend from the leading edge of the awning to a bracket mounted on the wall or may be used in a carport position on the ground 1 Determine the location of the brackets e Close the awning if open e Measure out 1 2cm 5 from the edge of the lead rail e Atthe marks made previously m
15. rn the adjustment screw A counterclockwise to lower the lead rail Figure 11 Pitch Adjustment 4 Repeat for the other side as necessary MANUAL OVERRIDE MOTORIZED VERSIONS ONLY If power to the vehicle is not available the awning can be safely retracted Remove Plug using the manual override located on the idler right end of the case 3 8 Socket Drive Extension NOTE This procedure cannot be used to extend the awning 1 Remove the plug from the right endcap and save 2 Insert a 3 8 socket drive extension and handle into the square drive hole inside the end cap Turn the handle counterclockwise until the awning is retracted Replace the plug WM012a NCAUTION After closing the awning with the manual override the lead rail may move out from the case 1 4 1 2 This is normal and the awning is secure for travel until power is restored or repairs are completed Do not attempt to force the lead rail in with the override serious damage can occur to the awning 8 052563 001r7 Carefree Installation Manual FREEDOM WM SETTING THE MOTOR LIMITS The motor limit switches are preset at the factory for best operation of the awning It may be necessary to reset the switches The OuT limit switch is used to stop the motor when the awning is fully extended The IN limit switch is used to stop the motor when the awning is fully retracted The limit switches are located inside the motor endcap
16. wning may also be mounted using an existing awning rail Prior to mounting the awning e Review both mounting methods to determine the best mounting method for the particular application The mounting brackets require access to the inside of the mounting surface e If there is an awning rail installed check that the awning rail runs the full length of the awning The awning rail must be extremely straight to accommodate the awning mount The rail must be attached to structural components for stability e Ensure that the awning will not interfere with light fixtures exhaust vents openings etc ATTACHING THE MOUNTING PLATES 1 Determine the optimum positioning of the awning e The centerline of the awning fabric is offset from the centerline of the awning assembly To align the center of the fabric use the backplate of the awning assembly for measurements e The bottom of the mounting plates should be 28cm 11 above any openings or frames to avoid interference when the awning is installed NOTE Height is based on clearance over a 76cm 30 door extension The mounting height will vary 1 9cm 75 for every 5cm 2 change in extension For longer extensions add the calculated difference For shorter extensions subtract the difference Dimensions are based on the lowest pitch with no lift from the vertical support legs e Measure each end of the awning position from the ground so that the awning is mounted parallel to th
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