STOBAG PERGOLINO P3600 Terrace Shading Systems Instruction Manual

STOBAG PERGOLINO P3600 Terrace Shading Systems

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Congratulations!
You have bought a Swiss quality product with this STOBAG sun protection system. Please read these operating instructions through completely before using your sun protection system and if it is electrically powered or controlled, read also the separate instructions that are also supplied. Please keep these instructions safe and pass them on to the new owner if you sell your sun protection system.
STOBAG sun protection systems are built to satisfy the requirements of EN 13561:2004 +A1:2008. The requirements in the standard must also be observed by specialists who assemble or install the system.
If you have any questions, please consult your STOBAG specialist supplier.

Important general information

Explanation of symbols
Several symbols are used to guide you through these instructions which draw your atten-tion to important points:

Safety warning!
Indicates the possibility of damage to people or objects.

Safety warning!
Indicates the possibility of damage to people or objects from electrical components.

Safety warnings

STOBAG terrace awnings have been developed for use as sun protection systems and are built according to the mentioned regulations. Protection against rain is possible thanks to waterproof cover and the following fulfilled requirements:

• PERGOLINO P3600, which are optionally fitted with manual stops on the front rail, must be unlocked before the covering is retracted.
• Depending on the optional lighting systems, lamps or transformers may emit great amounts of heat. Pay attention to the safety distances from nearby objects.
• Modifications may be made to a sun protection system or the configuration of an auto-matic system with electric power only with the agreement of STOBAG or the specialist supplier. Modifications to a sun protection system can create a dangerous situation and considerable risk of damage to people or objects.
• Only fabrics with Protect Plus Fire can meet the high standards of flame resistance (as specified in DIN 4102-1, class B1) that are brought to bear on some commercial and public buildings.
• To prevent potential crush hazards and collisions, the system must be disconnected from the power supply for any activities that do not require operation of the shades.
• Any dismantling or re-installation may only be made by technically qualified and trained personnel. It must be ensured that the correct brackets and fixing materials must be used for the surface on which the system is to be installed. The height the system is installed at must exclude the possibility of harming people as it is extended.
• Important for electrically-powered sun protection systems! Risk of electric shock! Work on electrical components may only be carried out by qualified electricians. Examine power cables regularly for wear or other damage. The drive must never be used if the power supply cable is damaged.
• If there is a problem with the sun protection system, please contact your STOBAG special-ist supplier.

Maximum permitted wind strength
The sun protection system has been constructed that the largest size meets the re-quirements for wind resistance class 4 in the CE conformity classification (see table 1.4). What wind resistance class after assembling has been achieved depends largely on the type and quantity of the used fixing materials used and the surface it is installed upon. The sun protection system may only be used up to the declared wind resistance class declared by the installer.

Table of wind resistance classes

raised from the ground
2| 5| 29 – 38 km / h| Branches sway and small bushes are shaken
3| 6| 39 – 49 km / h| Thick branches sway, umbrellas are difficult to hold
4| 7| 50 – 61 km / h| Swaying trees, resistance when walking into the wind

General operation

• There should be no people or obstacles in the way of the sun protection system when it is being extended or retracted.
• Never let children operate the sun protection system or any control unit.
• The operator must be able to see the sun protection system while operating it.
• The sun protection system must not be used if it needs to be repaired or serviced. Any control units must be switched to manual operation.
• To prevent potential crush hazards and collisions, the system must be disconnected from the power supply for any activities that do not require operation of the shades.
• The basic purpose of our awnings is for sun protection and, depending on their set-up, rain protection. In the case of snow, it is essential that the awning is retracted.
• When extending or retracting the shades, there is a risk of being caught between the rails. You must therefore keep clear of the space between the rails at all times. The hazard is indicated by the symbol on the left. Commercial users are solely responsible for monitoring the hazardous areas during extension and retraction.
• The user is also responsible for ensuring operating personnel (particularly for commercial use) are adequately trained and instructed.
• The manual stop on the PERGOLINO P3600 model may only be disengaged once the cover is no longer being pulled taut by the additional tension of the motor. Otherwise the awning may be damaged. Please follow the instructions below:

Extending and locking the awning

Starting up the awning with shade under tension

Automatic STOBLOCK malfunction

The automatic front-rail locking mechanism is not guaranteed to work without any malfunctions. Wind, temperature, and other environmental influences can lead to malfunctions.

• Moving parts of the sun protection system must not be touched when it is being ex-tended or retracted.
• When under heavy wind in excess of 38 or 49 kmph (PERGOLINO, depending on the specific model) or 61 kmph (RIVERA), you are advised the retract the shading system immediately (see also section 1.3 on the maximum permitted wind load).
• To prevent damage, the sun protection system should not be operated if it snows, because of the load, or is icy or frosty.
• No additional weights, such as hanging clothes or flower pots, should be placed on the sun protection system.
• As far as possible, only retract the sun protection system when it is clean and dry. Try to remove any leaves and the like before retracting. Damp or wet awning covers should be fully extended to dry out as soon as possible. If this is not done, creases or other visual damage may be caused to the awning which are not covered by the guarantee.

Operation with electric drive or control system

• We recommend operating the sun protection systems with an electric drive, also available as an option, are controlled by a wind sensor or automatic sun-wind controller. This will greatly reduce the risk of damage caused by wind and rain.
  If the sun protection system is retracted by the wind sensor, on some models it may not be possible to extend it again for 10 – 20 minutes during the wind blockage time.

• It should be remembered that strong gusts of wind may occur when a storm is brewing and the wind sensor may not be able to react quickly enough.

• If the sun protection system does not have a sun or wind sensor, it must be retracted if you leave the house for holidays, the weekend, shopping and at night.

• Awnings with electric drive and automatic control system must be set to manual opera-tion during the winter months. Iced-up awnings should only be extended again when the ice has melted.

• The electric drive is fitted with a thermal protection switch and is not designed for permanent operation. If the drive overheats, because of frequent extensions and retractions, it will switch off automatically, no matter which position the awning is in. The electric drive will operate again after a cooling-off period of 10 – 45 minutes, depending on such factors as the outside temperature, power output and roller positioning.

• Sun protection systems with electric drives cannot be retracted in a power failure, caused by a storm, for example. If you leave the house for a longer period for holidays or the weekend, we recommend setting the automatic control system to manual operation.

• In automatic operation, the area of extension and retraction must be free of obstacles.

• The sun protection system must be operated in accordance with these instructions. Other uses are improper. STOBAG cannot accept liability for damage caused by improper use.

• Emergency use: The awning cannot be retracted

Care and maintenance

When cleaning or servicing sun protection systems with electric drives, ensure that the power is switched off to prevent accidental extension or retraction.

Care and maintenance of mechanical parts
As a rule, all mechanical parts are low-maintenance. Occasional lubrication of movable parts (plastic conductors etc.) with a suitable lubricant (silicon spray) as well as periodical checks/maintenance by an approved STOBAG specialist are highly recommended and increase the life of the terrace shading system. Extend the awning cover fully for cleaning. Clean the frame with a household cleaner for sensitive surfaces.

Wind sensor maintenance

If there is a control system, the mechanical wind sensor should be checked periodically for damage from external causes and that it is functioning. Check that it turns in the wind. If it does not turn correctly, it must be checked by a STOBAG specialist supplier.

Cleaning awning covers

The acrylic covers is impregnated. If it becomes necessary, clean it as follows:
Small spots can be rubbed off with a clear rubber eraser or brushed off when dry.
If slightly dirty, the covers can be washed with diluted soap solution (5%, approx 30 °C) and a soft brush. It should then
be rinsed thoroughly with clear water. It may be necessary
to repeat the process. Only wind the awning in when it is completely dry.
For heavier dirt, we recommend a specially developed cover cleaner, used in accordance with its instructions. A pressure cleaning machine should never be used.
To re-impregnate the acrylic covers, it can be treated with a special impregnation spray, such as Fabric Guard™.

General comment on awning covers

Acrylic fibre awning covers are high-performance products with high light and colour resistance and mold-inhibiting, water and dirt-resistant finish. They will provide many years of safe, comfortable protection from the sun. Despite the high level of technology applied in the manufacture of awning covers, however, the treatment of the cover produces effects that cannot be avoided. These small cosmetic defects do not affect the life or the functioning of the awning cover. These unavoidable
effects are explained in the consumer information that follows:

Creasing (1)
can occur during the manufacture and folding of awning covers. Especially with lighter colours, the creases can look darker when viewed against the light.

Chalk lines
are lighter stripes caused during manufacture which cannot always be avoided, even if the greatest care is taken

Corrugations (2,3)
of the seams and other stitching are caused by multiple layers of cover and varying forces created when the cover is extended or retracted. The tension created can cause wafflelike or fish-boned corrugations.

Lengthening of sides (4)
Seams and stitching have a reinforcing effect but must also withstand great tension. When the cover is extended, the seams and stitching lie over and against each other, which can create pressure and tension. Seams and stitching may be pressed flat and thus extend in length. This can mean that when the cover is extended, the side seams may droop slightly. As a rule, this effect can occur in almost all awning covers to a greater or lesser degree. It does not, however, affect their quality or usefulness.

Fabric rain resistance
Acrylic sun-protection awning covers are impregnated with a waterproofing substance and can bear short, light rainfall if the incline is at least 14°. If the rain is prolonged or heavy, awnings must be retracted to prevent damage. Awn-ings that have been rolled-up wet should be extended to dry out as soon as possible.

Note on fabric for the RIVERA P5000 product
Folds in the cover tracks are unavoidable due to processing and assembly. These smooth out again when extended. Likewise, weather residues which can collect in the folds of the cover tracks cannot be avoided.

Breakdowns

If there is a problem with the sun protection system, please contact your STOBAG specialist supplier. Do not use the sun protection system if it is defective or being repaired.

Ceasing use/disposal

If you cease to use the awning and dismantle it, ensure this is done correctly and in accordance with safety regulations.
This product was manufactured using ecologically-friendly production processes.
The awning, its packaging and any accessories should be sorted for environmentally friendly recycling and/or disposed of in the approved manner.

References

• Awnings, Canopies and Sun Shading | STOBAG

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