Solera 434730 Installation instructions

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Solera®

Power Awning 18V

Installation and Owner’s Manual

(For Aftermarket Applications)

CCD-0001260

Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................ 2

Features ............................................... 2

Parts List ................................................ 2

Safety ................................................... 3

Prior to Installation ..................................... 3

Resources Required ................................... 3

Awning Rail Installation ................................ 4

Awning Installation ..................................... 5

Securing The Fabric .................................... 7

Operation ............................................... 8

Extending the Awning ................................. 8

Retracting the Awning ................................. 9

Adjusting Pitch ......................................... 9

Troubleshooting ...................................... 10

Manual Override ..................................... 10

Solera®

Power Awning 18V

Installation and

Owner’s Manual

(For Aftermarket Applications)

Solera Power Awning Troubleshooting ............. 11

Maintenance - Solera Awnings ...................... 12

Fabric Care .......................................... 12

Notes .................................................. 12

Solera Power Awning 18V Kits

Part # Description

434729 Solera Power 18V 69” Kit, Black

434730 Solera Power 18V 69” Kit, White

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Introduction

The Solera®Power Awning with an 18V Power Pack

features an internal motor to steadily operate the awning

and a unique, rechargeable battery that ts inside the

Solera Power Awning arm. Additionally, the pitch arm

assembly allows for rain dump and adjustable pitch

features. The pitch arm assembly also provides added

stability.

Additional information about this product can be obtained

from lci1.com/support or by downloading the free myLCI

app. Replacement component parts can be ordered from

store.lci1.com/ or by using the myLCI app. The myLCI app

is available on iTunes®for iPhone®and iPad®and also on

Google Play™for Android™users.

iTunes®, iPhone®and iPad®are registered trademarks of

Apple Inc.

Google Play™and Android™are trademarks of Google Inc.

Features

• Save 1-2 hours of additional installation expense as

there is no need to wire this awning directly in to the RV’s

power supply.

• Waterproof switch offers easy, push-button operation.

• Operates 22-25 times before needing a simple plug-in

recharge.

• Faster extend and retract time.

• Includes Easy Access AC charging adapter that plugs

into any 110V outlet.

• Easy DIY installation; no internal wiring needed to the

RV’s main power source.

Parts List

PN Description—Common Qty

237315 Rivet, AL/AL, Klamp-Tite® (3/16” X 1.3”) 8

281079 Screw, Zn, Hex Washer SLFDR, Blk (#6-20 X 1/2”) 2

298760 Pin, 0.093” X 2-5/16” Zn Hairpin Cotter 4

347119 Pin, 1/8” X 3”; Zn, Cotter 2

384905 Screw, SST, PNH Plain PH, (#10 - 32 X 2 1/2”) 2

384906 Nut, Nylock Plain, (#10 - 32) 2

438247 Cable Tie, Standard, NYL - 30 – White 2

CCD-

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PN Description—434729 Qty

276611 Screw, Zn, PNH SQ SLFDR, Blk HD (#8-18 X 1/2”) 6

281154 Flat Awning, Support Arm Assy – Black 1

346891 Rivet, AL/AL, Black (3/16” X .450”); 6

360575 Screw, Zn, Waxed PNH, SQ F St, Blk (#8 - 32 X 1/2”) 2

384965 Bracket, Upper Solera Power 2.500 IN-PC Blk 2

390806 Label, Solera Power – Black 2

423751 Cap, End Power Awning - PC Black 2

656484 Flat Awning, Support Arm Assy - BP - PC Black 1

672050 Drive Head Assy w/Gear Pack w/Override - Regal -

Awning Black

672052 Idler Head Assy w/Gear Pack w/Override - Regal -

Awning Black

PN Description—434730 Qty

281152 Flat Awning, Support Arm Assy - White 1

299630 Screw, Zn, Waxed PNH, SQ F ST (#8 - 32 X 1/2”) 2

346890 Rivet, AL/AL, White, (3/16” X .450”), 6

384964 Bracket, Upper Solera Power 2.500 IN-PC White 2

390805 Label, Solera, Power – White 2

423750 Cap, End Power Awning - PC White 2

656483 Flat Awning, Support Arm Assy - BP - PC White 1

672049 Drive Head Assy w/Gear Pack w/Override - Regal -

Awning White

672051 Idler Head Assy w/Gear Pack w/Override - Regal -

Awning White

675906 Screw, Zn, PNH SQ SLFDR, (#8-18 X 1/2”) 6

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Safety

THIS MANUAL PROVIDES OPERATIONAL

PROCEDURES FOR THE SOLERA POWER AWNING

WITH AN 18V POWER PACK. OPERATING THE

SOLERA POWER 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.

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.

THE 18V POWER PACK RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

CONTAINS LITHIUM WHICH IS A HAZARDOUS

MATERIAL. DO NOT THROW IN THE TRASH

OR WITH OTHER HOUSEHOLD RECYCLABLE

MATERIALS. THE BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF

PROPERLY AT A HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE

COLLECTION SITE.

Prior to Installation

If the unit does not have a pre-installed awning rail, one

must be purchased.

All screws 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.

Solera 18V Tall Arm (69”) Adjustable Pitch Arms require:

• 69” of unobstructed area from the awning rail straight

down.

• Minimum clearance of 2 ½” between the awning rail and

the top of the entry door.

Resources Required

• 2-3 people, depending on the task

• Cordless or electric drill or screw gun

• Appropriate drive and drill bits

• Socket wrench

• ⁄” socket

• Rivet gun (if needed)

• Locking pliers

• Ladder

• Non-permanent method of marking

• Silicone sealant or butyl tape

• Screwdriver

• Silicone lubricant

• Scissors/utility knife

• Wire cutters/strippers

• #6 x ½” hex head screws

• #10 x ¾” screws

• #12 1 ¼” screws

• #14 x 1 ¼” screws

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Awning Rail Installation

If installation of an awning rail is required, complete the

following steps.

1. Position the awning rail along the line where roof and

wall meet OR:

A. For pitched awnings: A minimum of 6" above doors or

windows.

B. For at awnings: A minimum of 2 ½" above doors or

windows.

NOTE: The awning rail must be level and parallel with the

oor line of the unit (Fig.1).

Letter Description

A Awning Rail

B Support Arm Assembly

C Roll Tube Assembly

Fig.1

front facing view

floor line

B B

2. After determining the awning rail’s proper location, mark

its position with a non-permanent method of marking.

3. Seal the back of the awning rail.

4. Align the awning rail on the wall and secure with #10 x

¾" screws, using all fastener holes.

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Awning Installation

1. On the awning rail, mark the position of the centerlines

of the support arm assemblies. Make sure the support arm

assemblies will not interfere with any lights, vents or other

obstructions.

2. Using a non-permanent method of marking, mark a

perpendicular line from the awning rail down to the oor

line. This is the centerline of the support arm assembly

(Fig.2).

3. Insert the drive head assembly shaft into the end cap

(Fig.3). Align the holes and secure with a waxed screw.

Repeat process for idler head assembly at opposite end.

NOTE: Keep the head of the wax screw ⁄” from fastened

to avoid compromising the structural integrity of the wax

screw.

Fig.2

Fig.3

awning width is from centerline to

centerline of support arm assemblies.

floor line

awning

rail

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4. Use a screwdriver to spread open either end of the

awning rail channel on the installation side (Fig.4A).

5. To protect the fabric from damage during installation, le

any sharp edges or burrs from the awning rail channel.

6. Use silicone lubricant and spray the inside of the awning

rail channel (Fig.4B).

7. Remove the tape from the fabric. Unroll a small portion

of fabric.

NOTE: The next steps will require three people: One to

feed the polycord into the awning rail channel; two to walk

the support arm assemblies along the awning rail while the

fabric slides into position.

8. Slide the polycord into the awning rail channel and walk

the support arm assemblies and fabric down the awning

rail channel until the support arm assemblies are in line

with the previously-made centerline marks.

9. Lift the support arm assembly up and secure by setting

the awning assembly to the desired height and attaching it

to the side of the unit with two #14 x 1 ¼” screws at the top

(Fig.5) and two #14 x 1 ¼” screws at the bottom (Fig.6).

NOTE: Best practice for setting the awning height is to

push the top of the support arm assemblies up to be ush

with the bottom of the awning rail. The awning height

can be adjusted lower if desired, but make sure the

distance from the awning rail to the top of the support arm

assemblies is consistent at both ends of the awning.

NOTE: Make sure the awning assembly is square on the

unit prior to mounting the bottom two screws.

NOTE: Four rivets with ⁄” grip range can be used in

place of the two middle and two lower screws on laminated

walls.

Fig.4

Fig.5

Fig.6

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10. Cut the cable ties, locate the switch on the side of the

arm and open the awning halfway out.

11. Remove the wire cover to expose the fastening points.

12. Install the remaining two #14 x 1 ¼” screws at any of

the three locations shown in the center of the support arm

(Fig.7).

13. Repeat this process for the other side of the awning

assembly.

Fig.7

possible

fastener

locations

Securing The Fabric

1. Extend and retract the awning several times to make

sure the fabric is square on the roll tube.

2. On both ends, secure the fabric in the awning rail no

more than 1” inside the edge of the fabric using a #6 x ½”

hex head screw (Fig.8).

3. Install the screw down through the awning rail into the

fabric and the polycord.

Fig.8

awning rail

fabric stitching

1”

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Operation

Extending the Awning

1. Locate the locking latch on the side of the support arm, if

equipped, and unlock the latch.

NOTE: This latch is optional and may or may not be

installed on one or both support arms.

2. Lift up and hold the switch (Fig.11A) until the awning is

extended completely.

to battery

pack

to drive head

to charger

Charging the Battery

The battery for the Solera 18V Power Pack is located

inside the drive arm. The awning will operate 22-25 times

before needing to be recharged.

1. Locate the battery wires (Fig.9A) stored inside the

bottom of the drive arm. The wires will be afxed with a

hook-and-loop fastener.

2. Attach the battery wires to the included battery charger

cord (Fig.9B).

3. Plug the charger (Fig.10) into a 110V outlet.

4. When the battery is fully charged, a green light will

illuminate on the charger. A red light indicates the battery is

still charging.

extend

retract

Fig.9

Fig.10 Fig.11

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Retracting the Awning

NOTE: The awning can be retracted without resetting the

pitch.

1. Hold the switch (Fig.11A) down until the awning is

retracted completely.

2. Locate the locking latch on the side of the support arm,

if equipped, and lock the latch.

NOTE: This latch is optional and may or may not be

installed on one or both support arms.

Adjusting Pitch

NOTE: The awning will pitch itself to purge the pooling of

excess water and may dump a signicant amount of water

without notice.

1. Pitch can be set by adjusting the pitch arm to tip one

side of the awning to allow water runoff or shade.

2. Extend the awning to the fully open position.

3. Choose the side of the awning for optimum shade or

convenient water runoff. Pull downward on the joint of

the pitch arm until desired pitch is set (Fig.13) to allow for

water runoff.

NOTE: Do not push the joint of the pitch arm up past

the point where the two sections are in line. This will put

tension on the gas strut, which can cause the strut to

break.

pitch

Extension is considered complete when the fabric is

completely unrolled, the valance is hanging down from the

roll tube and a section of the roll tube is exposed (Fig.12).

The awning fabric should always be above the roll tube.

However, if the extend switch is engaged too long or

extend is hit inadvertently, the awning will roll up backward.

This is not a defect. To correct the fabric orientation, set

the switch to retract (Fig.11A). The awning will then extend

to its correct orientation and normal operation can resume.

TYING DOWN THE ROLL TUBE ONCE THE AWNING

IS EXTENDED WILL NOT ALLOW THE FREE-

FLOATING SUPPORT ARMS TO WORK AS DESIGNED

AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE AWNING OR

UNIT.

fabric polycord

fabric

roll tube

awning head

valance

Fig.12

Fig.13

DURING INCIDENTS OF HIGH WIND, HEAVY RAIN

OR EXTENDED TIME AWAY FROM THE UNIT,

IT IS ADVISABLE TO RETRACT THE AWNING

COMPLETELY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE

AWNING AND THE UNIT.

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NOTE: The awning can be retracted without resetting the

pitch.

NOTE: Belleville washers and bolts (Fig.14A) allow the

joint to remain in the position set by the operator. If the

pitch arm does not hold position, it can be tightened by

adjusting the bolt (Fig.14A) in the center of the pitch arm.

Troubleshooting

Manual Override

In the event of power loss or motor failure, the awning can

be extended and retracted manually. Perform the following

procedure to manually retract the awning.

NOTE: This procedure may also be performed to extend or

retract the awning in the event of dry camping or camping

without a battery.

1. Remove the rubber grommet (Fig.15A) from the drive

head assembly, exposing the manual override nut on the

motor.

NOTE: The drive head assembly is always located on the

right side of the awning as it is viewed from outside of the

unit.

2. Using a ⁄” socket and cordless or electric drill or screw

gun, spin the manual override nut counterclockwise to

retract the awning (Fig.16).

Fig.14

Fig.15

Fig.16

NOTE: Use caution when retracting the awning manually.

The use of a step stool or ladder may be required to

completely retract the awning.

3. When the awning is completely retracted, replace the

rubber grommet in the drive head assembly (Fig.15A).

NOTE: The motor’s internal drive system prevents the

awning from moving (extend or retract) on its own. If the

motor is damaged or disabled, make sure to secure the

awning in the retracted position with a strap around both

the outer arm and the mount arm (Fig.17) before the

manual override nut is released.

Fig.17

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