Solera
®
Awning
Smart Arm
Installation and Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
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Solera® Awning Smart Arm Aftermarket Manual
Introduction
The Solera® Smart Arm 12V DC Power Awning features a
touch pad that is nested in the awning arm, so the awning
can be extended and retracted without going inside the
unit� It also features an optional infrared sensor that will
activate the awning’s security lights if a moving heat source
is detected� It also has an optional wind sensor that will
automatically retract the awning in case of severe winds�
Prior to Installation
All fasteners 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�
This manual will refer to the “drive side” and “idler side”
throughout for various instructions� The “drive side” is the
right hand side of the awning when facing the awning from
the exterior of the unit� The “idler side” is the left hand side
of the awning when facing the awning from the exterior of
the unit�
Resources Required
• 1-3 people, depending on task
• Cordless or Electric Drill or Screw Gun
• Appropriate Drive Bits
• Rivet Gun (if needed)
• Screwdriver
• Wire Cutters/Strippers
• Non-Permanent Method of Marking
• Scissors/Utility Knife
• Silicone Sealant or Butyl Tape
• Silicone Lubricant
THIS MANUAL PROVIDES OPERATIONAL
PROCEDURES FOR THE SOLERA SMART ARM
AWNING. OPERATING THE SOLERA SMART ARM
AWNING IN ANY OTHER MANNER THAN DESCRIBED
MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, DAMAGE
TO THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE UNIT OR THE
AWNING ASSEMBLY AS WELL AS VOIDING THE
LIPPERT COMPONENTS LIMITED WARRANTY.
Safety
THE “WARNING” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT
AN INSTALLATION PROCEDURE HAS A SAFETY
RISK INVOLVED AND MAY CAUSE DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY IF NOT PERFORMED SAFELY AND
WITHIN THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN THIS
MANUAL. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
PERFORMING THIS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE.
OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT TO CONSIDER
WOULD BE HEARING PROTECTION, GLOVES, AND
POSSIBLY A FULL FACE SHIELD, DEPENDING ON
THE NATURE OF THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE.
MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH OR CUT. KEEP
CLEAR AND USE CAUTION.