Awning Spring Tensioner

Up to 12 ft long awning 8 turns 13 14 ft 9 turns 15 16 ft 10 turns 16 5 18ft.

Awning spring tensioner.

Has your rv awning been sagging. In most cases readjusting the tension in the springs solves the problem. The cotter pins are the ones that lock the spring tension securely while taking down the rv awning. For more information call 5.

The spring is prewound in a direction that places the awning under tension when retracted and then tensions further as the awning is deployed. Rv awning tension adjustment. Posted by rv doctor. When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed.

This is a quick and easy fix that requires just a few. Does it struggle to roll up tightly or straight. How to change the awning tension on carefree of colorado awnings. It might be time to adjust the tension.

When installing a new awning fabric which i can do how many turns of the springs do you suggest to get proper roll out and retraction. The process is fairly simple but having someone to assist you in making the adjustments makes it easier. Rotate the support bar one turn to tighten the spring. 12 turns 19 ft up 13 turns.

I have an older carefree awning that is 182 long. View a complete step by step instructional tutorial for replacement of a new or damaged solera manual awning spring assembly. I realize the need for safety when working with the springs. Has it had a lot of water pooled in it or maybe it is just somewhat old.

Dometic sells a tool to assist with winding the spring but you can do it using. After a few years or sooner if your awning sees heavy use your rv awning may start to look a little limp or saggy. If the support bars are free standing simply rotate them to tension the spring. Enjoy the videos and music you love upload original content and share it all with friends family and the world on youtube.