Proper Rv Awning Setup

<h1>Proper Rv Awning Setup</h1>Author: <a title="Ben Watson" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/ben-watson/39233.htm">Ben Watson</a> Awning damage is one of the most frequent claims that RVers make on their insurance. In the rush to buy/sell an RV, one component that is frequently overlooked is the awning. Learning to properly set up and use your RV awning could save you the expense and hassle caused by a damaged awning.

Most awning manufacturers have a disclaimer that declares that their awning is intended to block the sun and not wind and rain. When you are not going to be using your RV for a considerable period of time it may indeed be a good idea to roll it up. However, with proper setup, most RVers can safely leave their awnings deployed through torrential rain and at least moderate wind.

To set up your awning first disengage the travel locks. Some awnings will require you to lift the arms slightly as the top of the arm hooks over a catch. Grab your awning pull rod and flip the lever on the end of the awning tube to the down/open position. Now use the pull rod to grab the loop in the pull down strap. Pull the awning all the way out, then slide the tension arms all the way up the main arm until they click into position. Pull down slightly on the awning tube until the fabric is taught then tighten the knobs on the tension arms. Grab the lift handle on the main awning arm and lift while disengaging the catch pin until the awning is at its full height. When releasing the lift handle make sure that the catch pin engages in one of the adjustment holes.

To prevent water collecting on the awning make sure to have a pitch of several inches from the trailer to the awning roller. Lower one corner several inches to allow water to run off that side. There should not be any sag where water can collect.

In windy conditions consider an awning tie down kit. Be wary of locations like the edge of a field. the top of a hill or alongside a body of water. These locations are particularly susceptible to strong wind gusts. Take your awning down anytime that wind gusts are expected to exceed 20 mph.About the Author: Ben Watson is a camper, hiker and RV enthusiast. He currently maintains <a>The Webs Best Camping Guide</a>Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/camping-articles/proper-rv-awning-setup-264434.html" title="Proper Rv Awning Setup">Proper Rv Awning Setup</a>

Awning damage is one of the most frequent claims that RVers make on their insurance. In the rush to buy/sell an RV, one component that is frequently overlooked is the awning. Learning to properly set up and use your RV awning could save you the expense and hassle caused by a damaged awning.

Most awning manufacturers have a disclaimer that declares that their awning is intended to block the sun and not wind and rain. When you are not going to be using your RV for a considerable period of time it may indeed be a good idea to roll it up. However, with proper setup, most RVers can safely leave their awnings deployed through torrential rain and at least moderate wind.

To set up your awning first disengage the travel locks. Some awnings will require you to lift the arms slightly as the top of the arm hooks over a catch. Grab your awning pull rod and flip the lever on the end of the awning tube to the down/open position. Now use the pull rod to grab the loop in the pull down strap. Pull the awning all the way out, then slide the tension arms all the way up the main arm until they click into position. Pull down slightly on the awning tube until the fabric is taught then tighten the knobs on the tension arms. Grab the lift handle on the main awning arm and lift while disengaging the catch pin until the awning is at its full height. When releasing the lift handle make sure that the catch pin engages in one of the adjustment holes.

To prevent water collecting on the awning make sure to have a pitch of several inches from the trailer to the awning roller. Lower one corner several inches to allow water to run off that side. There should not be any sag where water can collect.

In windy conditions consider an awning tie down kit. Be wary of locations like the edge of a field. the top of a hill or alongside a body of water. These locations are particularly susceptible to strong wind gusts. Take your awning down anytime that wind gusts are expected to exceed 20 mph.

Ben Watson is a camper, hiker and RV enthusiast. He currently maintains The Webs Best Camping Guide

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