How to Remove Awning Fabric from Rollbar on a Trailer/RV Awning
Question:
How do i get the fabric out of my rollbar
asked by: Matt K
Expert Reply:
I have the following instructions for Awning Fabric Removal:
1. Remove the drip cap (if equipped) from the end the fabric will be removed from.
2. Extend the awning out approximately 12" and insert cotter pins through both end caps into the shafts on the head assemblies. Note: If the awning is 6' in length it will only need one cotter pin for the drive side end cap.
3. Secure both support arm assemblies by running a zip tie around the outer arm and around the pin on the top of the mount arm where the mount arm and inner arm connect. Moving parts can pinch, crush or cut. Keep clear and use caution.
If not properly secured, the support arms can kick out due to pressure from the gas strut,
which may result in serious injury or property damage.
4. Remove the screws holding the polycord in place on the awning rail.
5. Remove the drive head assembly and idler head assembly retaining bolts from the outer arms to
separate the components.
6. Working together, remove the roll tube assembly (which includes the drive/idler head assemblies) from the awning rail and support arms by sliding the assembly along the awning rail until clear.
Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head assemblies during removal may result in serious injury or property damage.
7. Secure the idler head and the roll tube to the work bench.
8. Hold the drive head assembly securely (there will be tension to be released) while another person removes the drive head assembly cotter pin.
Failure to maintain control of the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head may result in serious injury or
property damage.
9. While one person holds the roll tube, have another person slowly rotate the drive head assembly clockwise to release tension.
10. Mark the cam lock position on the roll tube with a non-permanent marker.
11. Remove the three screws holding the drive head assembly end cap on the roll tube and set the drive head assembly aside. Note: Awnings longer than 6' will also have tension that needs to be released in the idler head assembly prior to continuing the procedure. To release tension, remove the idler head cotter pin and slowly rotate the idler head in a counterclockwise motion to release tension in the idler head assembly's spring.
12. Place the roll tube and fabric on a clean, level surface that is free of any debris able to scratch or damage the roll tube and/or fabric.
13. With one person holding the awning rail end of the fabric, another can rotate the roll tube to unroll the fabric until only the polycords are left on the roll tube.
14. Remove the screws holding the polycords in place on the roll tube.
15. Mark the roll tube grooves containing the polycords with a non-permanent marker prior to removing the fabric from the roll tube.
16. To remove the fabric, gently pull the roll tube from the idler end, while another person holds the fabric in place.
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Replacement 21' Roller Tube for Solera RV Awnings - Black
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