DOMETIC 4445103396 Windows Doors and Lights Skysol Track Large Instruction Manual

June 15, 2024
Dometic

DOMETIC 4445103396 Windows Doors and Lights Skysol Track Large
DOMETIC 4445103396 Windows Doors and Lights Skysol Track
Large

Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guidelines, and warnings included in this product manual in order to ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.
By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read all instructions, guidelines, and warnings carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein. You agree to use this product only for the intended purpose and application and in accordance with the instructions, guidelines, and warnings as set forth in this product manual as well as in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product or damage to other property in the vicinity. This product manual, including the instructions, guidelines, and warnings, and related documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit documents.dometic.com.

Explanation of symbols

WARNING!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE!
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.

Safety instructions

WARNING! Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.

Electrocution hazard (only for powered blinds)

  • Do not operate the device if it is visibly damaged.
  • If the power cable for this device is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified or competent person in order to prevent safety hazards.
  • Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.
  • Disconnect the blind from the power supply before carrying out any maintenance.

Health hazard

  • Important safety instructions. It is important for the safety of persons to follow these instructions. Save these instructions.
  • This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Children shall not play with the device.
  • Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
  • Blinds should be stowed before maneuvering to ensure no restriction of the driver vision.
  • Only for powered blinds:
    • Do not fit powered blinds to escape hatches.
    • Modification of the design or configuration of the equipment without express permission of the manufacturer may create a dangerous situation.
    • Do not allow children to play with the control device of the internal blind. Keep remote controls away from children.
    • Frequently examine the installation for signs of wear or damage to cables. Do not use if repair is necessary.
    • Do not operate when maintenance, such as window cleaning, is being carried out in the vicinity.

Suffocation hazard

  • This device contains small parts. Keep it away from children under 3 years.
  • The packaging includes plastic bags. Keep them away from children under 3 years.

CAUTION! Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.

Risk of injury

  • The device must only be installed, removed or repaired by qualified or competent person using suitable fastening material.
  • Take reasonable precaution when installing the blind and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Only for boats and yachts: If the blind is in front of an open window, then the blind should be stowed when driving at more than 10 knots or in a sea state of more than moderate, as this can cause damage to the blind. Parts that come loose may injure persons in the vicinity.

NOTICE!

Damage hazard

  • Blinds should be stowed completely when boat or vehicle is under way.
  • Use screws and plugs suitable for the wall construction to fix the blind.
  • Ensure that you do not drill through the wall.
  • Ensure that your hands are clean or wear suitable gloves to avoid marking the fabric.
  • Only for powered blinds:
    • Check that the voltage specification on the cable label is the same as that of the power supply.
    • Only use cables with a suitable cross-section.

Scope of delivery

Manual blinds

Manual Blinds

Powered Blinds

Powered Blinds

Item Description
1 Blind
2 Side track
3 Fitting components

Accessories

Accessories are available using the separate order form. You can find your authorized customer service center at dometic.com.

Intended use

The roofblind is suitable for:

  • Installation in yachts and boats
  • Installation in caravans and motor homes
  • Horizontal installation

The design and size of the blinds are custom-made. The fabric of the blinds is cut to fit the customer‘s specifications.

The blinds are designed for interior use only and should not be installed in bathrooms, wet rooms or other locations with a high level of humidity.

This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance with these instructions.

This manual provides information that is necessary for proper installation and/or operation of the product. Poor installation and/or improper operating or maintenance will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the product resulting from:

  • Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess voltage
  • Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts provided by the manufacturer
  • Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
  • Use for purposes other than those described in this manual

Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.

Technical description

The blind is available in two operating types:

  • Manual
  • Powered

Available blind types are:

  • Straight
  • Curved

The installation position of the blind is possible horizontal or vertical or inclined.

NOTE
After delivery, the blind type and the scope of delivery should be checked according to the order confirmation. The number on the product label indicating the blind type is located on the back of the head rail.

Installation

WARNING!
Only for powered blinds: Disconnect the power supply before you begin and ensure that it can not be reconnected until installation has been completed.

CAUTION! Risk of injury
Important safety instructions. Follow all instructions since incorrect installation can lead to severe injury.

NOTE
Ensure enough room in front of the brackets to be able to access the release clip.

Installing the head rail brackets

When installing the brackets, note the following:

  • Observe related technical drawings provided with the order for specific dimensions required, depending on head rail size and restraint type.
  • Ensure that there is sufficient distance from parts of the window so that the blind can be operated without obstruction.
  • Ensure that the brackets are close to the edge of head rail for best support.

NOTE
Use screws and plugs suitable for the wall construction to fix the blind.
The manufacturer recommends pan-head screws #6 with a length suitable for the material to which it is being mounted.

Installing The Head Rail Brackets
Installing The Head Rail Brackets

Fitting the head rail to the head rail brackets

Manual blinds

Fitting
Fitting
Fitting
Fitting

Inserting the blind gliders into side tracks

  • Feed the whole blind into the side tracks with the handle (if available) pointing downwards taking care to keep the cords free from the gliders and ensure that the cords are not twisted when fitting the cord pulley.
  • Keep the fabric panels of a manual blind together with straps.
  • Ensure that the gliders slide into the track correctly before fixing side tracks.
  • Fix side tracks parallel to the head rail.

Manual blinds

Inserting

Powered blinds

NOTE
Ensure that the cord runs freely behind the gliders inside the side track.

Powered Blinds

Installing the side tracks and fitting the end stops

When screwing in tracks ensure they are parallel with the correct spacing:

  • Powered: 10 mm from head rail to end of track
  • Manual: 5 mm from head rail to end of track

Manual blinds

Installing
Installing

Fixing the cords

Manual blinds

Fixing The Cords

Powered blinds

Fixing The Cords

Fitting the remaining screws

Manual blinds

Fitting The Remaining Screws

Powered blinds

Fitting The Remaining Screws

Connecting the blinds (only for powered blinds)

 The electrical power supply must be connected by a qualified electrician who has demonstrated skill and knowledge related to the construction and operation of electrical equipment and installations, and who is familiar with the applicable regulations of the country in which the equipment is to be installed and/or used, and has received safety training to identify and avoid the hazards involved.

The powered blinds are available for a connection to a 12/24 Vg power supply. The product label on the motor provides important information on the specifications of the motor specific to the blind.

The following notes must be observed when connecting the blinds:

  • Ensure cables are not damaged during installation. Routings of cables through walls or bulkheads must be protected and insulated by appropriate bushing, grommets or cable conduits.
  • Ensure that a 12 V or 24 V stabilized power supply line is available for the drive at the point of installation. The power supply line is suitably arranged and protected.
  • The product must be connected to the correct power supply as specified on the product label. The motor in the product is designed to cut out when a set current is exceeded but the supply should be fused to protect the wiring to the product.
  • Secure all cables to prevent any contact with moving parts.
  • Only use power supply units and control elements recommended by the manufacturer to prevent damage or faults during operation caused by incompatible electrical components.
  • Control devices (e.g. switches) must be installed in visible locations.
  • One regulated power supply of the required specification is required per motor as failure to do so may cause the motor to function improperly.
  • Any adjustment of set stop positions should only be made using the method specified for the motor type to avoid damage to the motor.

Connect the motor as shown in the wiring diagrams.

Connecting The Blinds

Dometic Radio Controlled Blind External Receiver

External Receiver

Dometic Radio Controlled Blind Internal Receiver

Internal Receiver

Manually Switched Blind

Manually Switched Blind

Somfy RTS Controlled Blind External Receiver

External Receiver

Somfy Radio Controlled Blind Internal Receiver

Internal Receiver

Key to wiring diagrams

Pos. Description
1 Power supply
2 Head rail
3 Head rail motor options
4 External receiver
5 Customer supplied DPDT switch (double pole, double throw), center off,

12 V /24 V , 3 A
Pos.| Description
---|---
bk| black
rd| red
gy| gray
wh| white

NOTE

  • Accessories are available using the separate order form.
  • Observe the applicable documents for the controls and the operating elements.

Operation

CAUTION! Risk of injury
Only for boats and yachts: If the blind is in front of an open window, then the blind should be stowed when driving at more than 10 knots or in a sea state of more than moderate, as this can cause damage to the blind. Parts that come loose may injure persons in the vicinity.

Operating manual blinds

The blind can be moved to any position by the handle.

Proceed as shown to operate the manual blind:

Operating Manual Blinds

Operating powered blinds

Observe the following notes:

  • Each blind can be stopped in any position.
  • When operating the blind with an automation system, operation depends on the programming of the controls.
  • The blind is set up in the factory to automatically stop (except for installations with momentary switch):
    • When the blind is fully deployed
    • When the blind is fully stowed

Proceed as shown to operate the powered blind:

Operating Manual Blinds

NOTE
The motors have a built-in, self resetting thermal cut-out for safety reasons.
Prolonged use or over loading the blind could trigger the cut-out.
If this happens allow the motor to cool for up to 30 minutes.

Cleaning and maintenance

WARNING! Risk of injury
Powered blinds: Take appropriate organizational measures for preventing operation of the blind when maintenance, such as window or
wall cleaning, is being carried out in the vicinity, for blinds, which can be
operated from a position without the blind in view.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

  • Do not grease, oil or lubricate the blind. Lubricants will damage the fabric.
  • Rubbing can damage the fabrics.
  • Spot-cleaning may result in cleaner areas than the surrounding.
  • Do not soak the blinds.
  • The manufacturer recommends testing any cleaning agents on a hidden area of the blind first.

Proceed as shown to clean the blind:

Cleaning and maintenance

Troubleshooting

Fault Solution
Blind stops in wrong position.
  • Refer to manual of your control device.

Different blinds running at different speeds.|

  • Refer to manual of your control device.

Powered blind does not work.|

  • Prolonged or repeated use can activate the built-in thermal cut-out. Leave the motor to cool for 30 minutes and try again.
  • Check the power supply to the blind.
  • Check if wiring for voltage to the motor is correct.
  • If power supply is checked and the motor is still faulty, contact Dometic.

Warranty

Refer to the sections below for information about warranty and warranty support.

Australia and New Zealand

If the product does not work as it should, please contact your retailer or the
manufacturer’s branch in your country (see dometic.com/dealer). The warranty
applicable to your product is 1 year(s).

For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device:

  • A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
  • A reason for the claim or description of the fault
  • The number on the product label with details on the dimensions and material specifications

Australia only

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

New Zealand only

This warranty policy is subject to the conditions and guarantees which are mandatory as implied by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993(NZ).

Local support
Please find local support at: dometic.com/dealer

United States and Canada

LIMITED WARRANTY AVAILABLE AT
DOMETIC.COM

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, OR WANT TO OBTAIN A COPY OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FREE OF CHARGE, CONTACT:

DOMETIC CORPORATION
CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER
5155 VERDANT DRIVE
ELKHART, INDIANA 46516
1-800-544-4881
customersupportcenter@dometic.com

All Other Regions

The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the manufacturer’s branch in your region (dometic.com/dealer) or your retailer.

For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device:

  • A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
  • A reason for the claim or description of the fault
  • The number on the product label with details on the dimensions and material specifications

Note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might void the warranty.

Disposal

Australia and New Zealand

  • Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever possible.
  • Consult a local recycling center or specialist dealer for details about how to dispose of the product in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.

All other regions

  • Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever possible.
  • Consult a local recycling center or specialist dealer for details about how to dispose of the product in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.
  • The product can be disposed free of charge.

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