User manual DOMETIC HORIZON-II INSTALLATION

[. . . ] Follow recommended precautions and safe operating instructions. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS 1. Before beginning installation of the case, be sure the door will open when the awning is completely extended. Check for a solid backing or under-structure where screws and adapters are to be used. For installations with mounting brackets, be sure that all mounting brackets are secured in a very solid manner. [. . . ] 4 Wall Wall Locknut Split Lock Washer Bracket Rear Plate (not supplied) 90° 90° 6. Using the pencil marks as a guide, drive supplied 8-18 X . 38" self-drilling screws into case back cover and through wall bracket as shown in Figure 5. FIG. This will cause them to "strip out" and severely weaken their holding ability. FIG. 3 Coach Wall with Optional Rear Plate A B 8-18 X . 380 Pan Head Recess self Drilling Screw Left Arm Step 1 Step 2 Right Shoulder B A Right Arm Step 3 8-18 X . 38" Self Drilling Screw Table 1: Screw Location Awning Length / A and B Indicate Mounting Screw Location 8' A B 2 1/4" 1 3/4" 10' 2 1/4" 2 1/4" 12' 13' 15' 2 3/4" 2 1/4" 16' 2 3/4" 14 1/4" 2 1/4" 2 1/4" 2 1/4" 2 1/4" To prevent water leakage, always use silicon sealant where each fastener enters the side wall or roof of the vehicle. 4 920(XX)(XX). 000(#) & 920(XX)(XX). 020(#) HORIZON AWNING INSTALLATION and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS B. Secure Back Cover To Mounting Brackets 1. Position and drive a 8-18 X . 38" pan head self drilling screw into location indicated by Table 1: Screw Location. Installation Of Bottom Mounting Brackets Important: Always mount into solid under-structure. Location of bottom mounting brackets must be set so that upright legs are vertical when retracted from case. To determine the location of bottom mounting bracket, fully extend awning per Operating Instructions below. 8) Pull adjustment knob and extend leg until the fabric is at approximately a 10-degree pitch. Extend leg until foot reaches intended wall bracket mounting location and 10-degree fabric slope is maintained. IMPORTANT: Foot wall bracket must be installed in a location with adequate reinforcement in and behind the wall. Using the holes in the brackets as a guide, mark and drill using a 5/32" drill bit. Secure each bracket to vehicle using the 10-12 X 1"L pan head sheet metal screws provided. If mounting area sub-structure is not solid, use oscar rivets(not supplied). Place the hook of the crank into the eye of the gear and unroll the awning approximately 3 feet. Legs can be extended by pulling the spring loaded adjustment knob and allowing the leg to telescope. IMPORTANT: Remember to extend the legs to the ground after approximately 3 feet of the canopy is extended. After this occurs, roll awning back 1/4 turn to reach maximum tension. Stake the legs to the ground directly under the leadrail (carport position) or place feet in wall brackets (patio position). 6 Coach Wall (4) 10-12 X 1" screw or oscar rivet LEADRAIL DESIRED HEIGHT CARPORT POSITION PATIO POSITION FIG. 7 3 FT 5 920(XX)(XX). 000(#) & 920(XX)(XX). 020(#) HORIZON AWNING INSTALLATION and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FIG. [. . . ] Align the threaded hole on the square nut to the hole on the small tension rafter as shown in figure 13. 12 Important: Never leave the awning in a position that causes the fabric to have no slope. Adjust both arms of the awning 5 to 6 adjustable arm holes below awning rail (fabric slope approximately 10 degrees). Tension Rafter Water Pooling Hazard: Whenever rain is expected the awning must be placed in the storage position. [. . . ]