SOLERA 434718 Classic Awning Arm

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Name: OEM Awning
• Model: CCD-0001360-AU
• Size Options: 11 ft, 12 ft, 13 ft, 14 ft, 15 ft
• Installation Date Revision: 06.02.2020

Product Usage Instructions

Safety
Before installing or operating the awning, read and understand all instructions provided in this manual. Adhere to all safety labels and warnings to prevent personal injury or property damage.

Preparation
Ensure you have the necessary resources as indicated in the manual. Follow the Classic Awnings Pre-Install Turn Chart for the correct number of turns based on the size of the awning.

Resources Required:

• Awning Rail (not included)

• 10 x 3/4 screws

• Non-permanent marking tool
• Sealant for the back of the awning rail

Installation
Ensure all screws supporting the awning assembly have a backer within the wall structure. Follow the unit manufacturer’s guidelines for proper location.

Installing the Awning Rail (If Necessary)

1. Sidewall Mounting:
2. Position the awning rail along the line where roof and wall meet.
3. Mark the position and seal the back of the awning rail.
4. Align and secure the awning rail with screws on the wall.
5. Pop Top Mounting:
6. Position the awning rail above the line where roof and wall meet.
7. Align and secure the awning rail on the roof using screws.

Assembling the Awning
Ensure proper assembly by matching support arm assemblies to head assemblies. Lay out support arm assemblies and roll tube assembly with the cam lock on the left end of the roll tube when facing the unit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are all installation parts included in the package?
A: No, the awning rail is not included in the package. You will need to purchase it separately.

Q: What should I do if I encounter difficulties during installation?
A: If you face any challenges during installation, refer back to the manual, double-check your steps, and if needed, seek assistance from a professional installer.

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 MyLCI app.
The app is available on iTunes® for iPhone® and iPad® and also on Google Play™ for Android™ users.
iTunes®, iPhone®, and iPad® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Google Play™ and Android™ are trademarks of Google Inc.
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.

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.

WARNING

• The “WARNING” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death or serious personal injury 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.

CAUTION
Failure to follow the instructions provided in this manual may result in death, serious injury, unit damage, or voiding of the component warranty.

Preparation

Note: Solera® Classic Awning drive and idler heads are preloaded with tension and secured with cotter pins from the factory. If the cotter pins have been removed or otherwise lost, and tension needs to be added to the heads, use the turn chart (Fig. 1) to add correct number of turns to awning heads.

WARNING
Removing these items prematurely may cause personal injury or property damage.

Do not remove the following items until instructed:

• Tape securing the fabric.
• Cotter pins in the spring assemblies.

Resources Required

• 1 to 3 people
• Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
• Appropriate drive bits
• Screwdriver
• Ratchet
• 7/16” socket
• 1/2” socket
• 1/2” wrench
• 3/16” drill bit
• Non-permanent method of marking
• Silicone sealant or butyl tape
• Silicone lubricant
• 1/4″ x 3″ lag screws or the equivalent (not provided)

Installation

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.

Installing the Awning Rail (If Necessary)
Note: Awning rail not included.

Sidewall Mounting

1. Position the awning rail along the line where roof and wall meet OR:
   A. For pitched awnings: A minimum of 11” above doors or windows
   B. For flat awnings: A minimum of 4” above doors or windows
   Note: The awning rail must be level and parallel with the floor line of the unit (Fig. 2).

2. After determining the awning rail’s proper location, mark its position with a non-permanent method of marking.

3. Seal the back of the awning rail.

4. Align the awning rail on the wall and secure with #10 x 3/4” screws, using all fastener holes.

Pop Top Mounting

1. Position the awning rail above the line where roof and wall meet.
   Note: The awning rail must be level and parallel with the floor line of the unit (Fig. 2).

2. Repeat steps 2-3 above.

3. Align the awning rail on the roof (Pop Top) and secure with #10 x 3/4” screws, using all fastener holes.
   Assembling the Awning
   Note: The head assemblies (Fig. 3A) and support arm assemblies (Fig. 3B) are numbered to ensure proper assembly. Match the proper support arm assembly to the correct head assembly.
   

4. On a flat surface, carefully lay out the support arm assemblies and roll tube assembly. The cam lock MUST be on the left end of the roll tube when facing the unit.
   Note: Take care not to set the awning on any surface that may damage the assembly or fabric.

5. Slide the right support arm assembly into the idler head assembly of the roll tube. Align the holes and secure using one 1/4-20 x 1/2” Phillips drive screw (Fig. 4).

6. Repeat step 2 for the left support arm assembly.

7. Measure and confirm the width of the awning. The distance is measured from centerline of support arm assembly to centerline of support arm assembly (Fig. 2).

Mounting the Bottom Mounting Brackets

1. On the awning rail, mark position of the centerlines of support arm assemblies. Ensure that support arm assemblies will not interfere with any lights, vents or the operation of any windows or doors.

2. Using a non-perm anent method of marking, mark a perpendicular line from the awning rail down to the floor line. This is the centerline of the support arm assembly (Fig. 2).

3. Position the bottom bracket with the fastening points at the floor line (Fig. 5A) and center the bracket on the centerline mark of the support arm assembly (Fig. 5B). Mark the hole locations. Using a 3/16” drill bit, pre-drill both holes. Apply a liberal amount of sealant over the holes and attach the bracket using the 1/4″ x 3″ lag screws or equivalent (not provided) (Fig. 5).
   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.

4. Repeat step 3 for the other end of the awning.

Mounting the Awning

1. Measure the distance from the awning rail channel to the lower mounting bracket fastening point.

2. Compare the distance from the center of the roll tube and the support arm assembly foot to the measurement in Step 1 and adjust the support arm assembly to make both distances equal.

   • Open the support arm assembly handle (Fig. 6) and slide the outer arm lower channel (channel #2)
     (Fig. 7) up or down as required. Close the handle and slide the outer arm lower channel (channel #2)
     (Fig. 7) until the locking pin clicks into the nearest positioning hole.

3. Use a screwdriver to spread open either end of the awning rail on the installation side (Fig. 8A).

4. To protect the fabric from damage during installation, file any sharp edges or burrs from the awning rail channel.

5. Use silicone lubricant and spray the inside of the awning rail channel (Fig. 8B).

6. Remove the packaging from the fabric. Unroll a small portion of fabric, but not more than one turn.
   Note: The next step will require three people: One to feed the polycord into the awning rail channel; two to walk the support arm assemblies along the awning rail while the fabric slides into position.

7. Slide the polycord into the awning rail channel and walk the support arm assemblies and fabric down the awning rail channel until the support arm assemblies are in line with the centerline marks made previously.

8. Lift the support arm assembly up and secure the feet into the previously installed bottom mounting brackets by pressing the lever and opening the latch (Fig. 9).

9. Slide the mount/rafter arm upper channel (channel #3) (Fig. 7) up or down as needed over the mount arm lower channel (channel #4) (Fig. 7).
   Note: If adjustments need made to set the desired height for the upper mounting bracket, loosen the black locking knob on the mount/rafter arm upper channel (channel #3)(Fig. 7).

10. Secure the upper bracket.
    Standard

    • Center the upper mounting brackets on the support arm assembly centerline marked previously and arrange the upper mounting brackets to straddle the awning rail (Fig. 10. Tighten the black locking knob on the mount/rafter arm upper channel (channel #3) (Fig. 7).
      Pop Top

    • Center the upper mounting brackets on the support arm assembly centerline marked previously and arrange the upper mounting brackets on the wall of the unit below the line where the roof (Pop Top) and wall meet (Fig. 11). Tighten the black locking knob on the mount/rafter arm upper channel (channel #3) (Fig. 7).
      WARNING
      Use care when removing the cotter pins. The cotter pins are holding the pre-wound tension of the spring. Failure to securely hold the roll tube may allow the roll tube to rapidly roll up and cause personal injury or damage.

11. Once the upper bracket is situated, mark and pre-drill two 3/16” holes through the awning rail or unit.
    Apply a liberal amount of sealant over the holes and attach the upper mounting bracket using the ¼” x 3” lag screws or equivalent (not provided ) (Figs. 10 and 11).
    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. It is acceptable that the lag screws go
    through the flat portion of the awning rail.

12. Repeat steps 9-11 for the other support arm assembly.

13. Place cam lock into the roll-out position. Firmly grasp the roll tube and remove the safety cotter pin from each end of the roll tube.

14. Firmly grasp and hold the pull strap. While maintaining control of the awning with the pull strap, place cam lock into the roll-in position and allow the fabric to slowly roll up.

CAUTION
If the trailer’s Pop Top is raised at any point after the awning is installed, the cam lock MUST be in the roll-out position to prevent serious damage to the awning assembly and trailer.

The contents of this manual are proprietary and copyright protected by Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI).
LCI prohibits the copying or dissemination of portions of this manual unless prior written consent from an authorized LCI representative has been provided. Any unauthorized use shall void any applicable warranty.

The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of LCI.
Revised editions are available for free download from lci1.com.

Please recycle all obsolete materials.
For all concerns or questions, please contact
Lippert Components, Inc.
Ph: 574-537-8900
Web: lci1.com
Email: customerservice@lci1.com

References

• Home | Lippert
• Lippert
• Solera® Classic Awning | Lippert Customer Support

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>