CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

REFER TO RELEVANT PRODUCT PURCHASEDIMPORTANT NOTE: Please read these instructions thoroughly before operating the awning.

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18.012.067 02.2015

CARE & CLEANING - CANVAS/ACYRLIC/EVERSCREEN

Acrylic fabric, EverScreen Fabric and Hunter Douglas canvas have been manufactured from the highest quality materials and will give many years of outstanding service if cared for appropriately.

1. Avoid rolling up the fabric awning when wet. Roll up style awning should be retracted in rain or storm conditions. If rolled up wet, the awning should be extended and allowed to dry once the weather clears. Failure to take this action will encourage algae, mildew or other fungal growth, that will not be covered under your product warranty.

2. Avoid pools of water laying on the fabric or leaving the awning extended in the rain, as failure to do so will accelerate some leaching of chemicals, reducing mould and mildew resistance.

3. Do not allow dirt, dust, grime, leaf litter and bird matter to remain on the fabric (as this provides a perfect medium for bacteria to proliferate). Cleaning should be carried out by light sponging with warm water and a mild natural soap. Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. Do not scrub the fabric. Hosing the fabric occasionally on a hot day is also beneficial to the appearance of the fabric as it removes dust and grime and minimises the development of algae, mildew or other fungal growth. Do not use soap powder, concentrated soaps or detergents, nor cleaning fluids. Keep insecticides, solvents and fuels away from the awning.

4. All Canvas and Acrylic fabrics should be re-coated with a water repellent treatment annually.

5. Occasionally extend the awning fully down to even out the material, particularly if the awning is usually set in one position.

6. Should mildew spots develop on the fabric, there are numerous products available at outdoor/camping stores that can be used. Mildew removers are primarily bleach-based and manufacturer’s instructions must be followed. In applying these products the following general tips are given:

(a) Treat the awning in situ ie. as it sits fully rolled down.

(b) Apply the solution to the fabric liberally. (A squeezy sponge mop is ideal). Care should be taken to protect gardens from the solution run off, which will kill plants it comes in contact with.

(c) A second application of mildew remover may be applied if desired. However, obstinate mildew stains may remain.

(d) ALWAYS follow steps (a), (b) and (c) with a water proofing application.

7. Hunter Douglas canvas is a product which contains cotton. The presence of cotton knots is to be expected due to the nature of the material. In tropical Australian weather conditions some shrinkage over time is normal.

8. Hunter Douglas canvas is tested for mould and mildew which are forms of fungal growth (ie. living organisms). There are millions of types of these growths but the following key facts are the principal points to remember:

(a) Australian Standards require we test for the four most common types. These constitute 99% of known common organisms.

(b) Hunter Douglas tests for the 10 most common types which account for 99.99% of the known types of organisms.

EVO - CRANK CONTROL

To Operate Down:

1. Locate crank handle onto the ring of the gearbox.

2. Wind crank handle in a clockwise direction, the awning will roll out and down to the desired drop.

3. Remove crank handle and store in a safe place.

Locking Bolts

1. Slide the locking bolt handle to secure the awning in the down or preset positions to lock into place.

To Operate Up:

1. When ordered with hold down option: Unclip snaphooks from the saddles. Ensure not to roll product up when hold down clips are attached to breeching staple.

2. Wind crank handle in an anti-clockwise direction until the bottom rail rests against the headbox.

3. To avoid getting hurt from the suspended crank handle remove crank handle and store in a safe place.

MOTORISATIONFor motorisation information, please refer to the SOMFY® product catalogue that is supplied with your Awning/ External Sunscreen.

CAUTION To protect your blind from external elements, please retract your Awning in windy situations.

AWNINGSOPERATING, CARE &

Cable guide option shown

Raising the awning To raise the awning, take hold of the bottom rail with both hands and using a swift flick motion pull the awning down slightly.

Then lift the bottom rail to raise the awning. Gently release the awning to lock in place. The awning will move to the nearest lock position.

SOFT LIFT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The ALPHA Soft lift control option is designed for quick and easy operation. This feature allows you to raise and lower the awning quickly, making it ideal for outdoor areas.

Lowering the awning To lower the awning, take hold of the middle of the bottom rail with both hands and pull down to the desired height. Gently release awning to lock in place. The awning will move to the nearest lock position.

Insert the release pin and handle into the hole on the left hand side of the awning headbox and turn to screw into position.

Firmly push the handle all the way up until you reach a firm stop. repeat this step as required.

Firmly pull the release handle to the fully down position.

Please note:

Soft lift features secure lock points along the rotation of the roller tube.

The distance between the lock points will vary depending on the height of the blind and the thickness of the fabric. As a result of this, the lowest locking point may result in a gap between the bottom rail and the base of the opening.

This gap can be easily eliminated with either a fabric valance or locking bolts which can be used to hold the base rail against the bottom of the opening.

If the awning is locked in the down position and you are unable to raise the awning using the above method, the release mechanism can be used to raise the awning to a height that will allow normal operation.

To operate the release mechanism:

CAUTION

When securing the awning:

1) Ensure you use the screws on the side of the awning wherever possible.

2) It is advisable that screws be used to secure the front cover in areas where the awning will be exposed to potentially strong winds.

3) When using the reveal fit clips, the fitter should always check the front cover to ensure it is securely locked in place before leaving.

4) If in doubt and you are unable to use the screws on the side of the front cover we recommend you secure the front cover to the headbox side cover using an ‘L’ bracket(46.540.000).

5) Do not make adjustments to the head box front cover.

SYSTEM 2000 PIVOT ARM - TAPE CONTROL

If using the tape winch:

To Operate Down:

1. Insert crank handle into the tape winch.

2. Wind in a clockwise direction to extend the awning to the desired drop.

3. Remove handle and store in a safe place.

To Operate Up:

1. Insert crank handle into the tape winch.

2. Wind in an anti-clockwise direction until awning has reached its height.

3. Remove handle and store in a safe place.

TIP: If not using the fabric awning for extended periods, tuck valance away under head box. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

If using the tape lock:

To Operate Down:

1. Release tape from the tape lock to lower the awning to desired drop.

To Operate Up:

1. Pull tape to roll down the awning to the desired drop. (See diagram)

2. Push tape back towards wall to lock.

TIP: If not using the awning fabric for extended periods, tuck valance away using the pull down stick, under the headbox. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

NOTE: For child safety reasons, always remember to keep cords/rope out of reach of young children! At least 1.6m from the ground level.

AUTOMATIC LOCK ARM AWNING OPERATION STANDARD/SYSTEM 2000

To Operate Down:

1. Attach pull down stick to pull down ring.

2. Pull bottomrail outwards and downwards to the drop required.

3. Release pressure and allow the awning to lock off at the desired drop.

To Operate Up:

1. Re-attach pull down stick into the pull down ring.

2. Pull bottomrail downwards and hold against the guide rods.(See diagram).

3. Allow awning to slide upwards under control, until it reaches the top.

4. Arms will flip over and the bottomrail will rest against the roller under the hood.

5. Remove and store pull down stick.

TIP: If not using the fabric awning for extended periods, tuck valance away using the pull down stick, under the headbox. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

SYSTEM 2000 PIVOT ARM - ROPE CONTROL

To Operate Down:

1. Undo rope from the cleat.

2. Hold rope with both hands and allow awning to roll out and down to desired drop.

3. Wind rope onto cleat in a figure ‘8’ fashion to ensure awning does not slip. (See diagram).

To Operate Up:

1. Undo rope from the cleat.

2. Hold the rope with both hands, pull rope to raise the awning until bottom rail rests against the roller.

3. Wind rope onto the cleat in a figure ‘8’ fashion to ensure awning does not slip. (As above)

TIP: If not using the awning fabric for extended periods, tuck valance away using the pull down stick, under the headbox. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

NOTE: For child safety reasons, always remember to keep cords/rope out of reach of young children! At least 1.6m from the ground level.

SYSTEM 2000 PIVOT ARM - CRANK CONTROLLED

To Operate Down:

1. Locate crank handle onto the ring of the gearbox.

2. Wind crank handle in a clockwise direction, the awning will roll out and down to the desired drop.

3. Awning should not be pivoted more than 135o (see diagram), as this will de-tension the spring arms, and the awning may flap about in windy conditions.

To Operate Up:

1. Locate crank handle onto the ring of the gearbox.

2. Rewind awning in an anti-clockwise direction until the bottom rail rests against the roller.

3. To avoid getting hurt from the suspended crank handle, remove crank handle and store in a safe place.

TIP: If not using the fabric awning for extended periods, tuck valance away under head box. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

FIXED GUIDE

To Operate Down:

1. Unwind rope from the cleat.

2. With both hands, hold rope and pull awning down the guide rails to the desired drop.

3. Rewind rope around the cleat in a figure ‘8’ fashion to ensure awning does not slip. (See diagram).

To Operate Up:

1. Unwind rope from the cleat.

2. With the rope held in both hands, allow awning to roll up under control, to where the bottom rail rests against the roller.

3. Rewind rope around the cleat. (As above).

TIP: If not using the awning fabric for extended periods, tuck valance away using the pull down stick, under the headbox. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

NOTE: For child safety reasons, always remember to keep cords/rope out of reach of young children! At least 1.6m from the ground level.

VERANDAH & SYSTEM 2000 - STRAIGHT DROPS

To Operate Down:

1. Undo rope from cleat.

2. With both hands, hold rope and allow the awning to roll down to desired drop.

3. Tie off on cleat in a figure ‘8’ action. (See diagram 1)

4. Clip snaphooks onto the saddles and tighten fabric straps to tension the fabric. (See diagram 2)

To Operate Up:

1. Release fabric straps.

2. Unclip snaphooks from the saddles.

3. Unwind rope from cleat.

4. With both hands pull rope to raise the awning.

5. When at the top, tie rope off on cleat in a figure’8’ fashion.

TIP: If not using the awning fabric for extended periods, tuck valance away under headbox. This extends the life of the fabric and keeps it clean.

NOTE: For child safety reasons, always remember to keep cords/rope out of reach of young children! At least 1.6m from the ground level.

Diagram 1

BREECHING STAPLE

FABRIC STRAP

SNAP HOOK

STAINLESS STEEL SADDLE

Diagram 2

FOLDING ARM AWNINGS- MANUAL OPERATION

To Extend Out:

1. Locate crank handle into the ring of the gearbox. 2. Wind handle clockwise and allow awning to extend to the desired projection.

3. If the arms are fully extended and you continue to wind, the fabric will sag.

4. Rewind until the fabric is taut. There should be an approximately 5MM gap at the elbow of the arm. (See diagram).

NB: Never extend the awning to expose the roller tube

To Retract In:

1. Locate crank handle into the ring of the gearbox

2. Wind handle in an anti-clockwise direction until the awning is completely closed.

3. When retracting the awning, ensure the fabric always rolls over the top of the roller. (See diagram below).

4. To avoid getting hurt from a suspended crank handle, remove crank handle and store in a safe place.

NOTE: Do not leave awning out in high winds and/or rain, as it may damage your awning.

5MM gapFabric rolled over the top.

SPRING ROLLER AUTOMATIC STRAIGHT DROP/EVO DROP

To Operate Down:

1. Attach pull down stick to pull down ring on the bottom roller tube (Automatic Straight Drop).

2. Pull awning down to a height where you can grab the bottom rail with both hands.

CAUTION: Do not release your hold on the bottom rail until the awning is secured in the down position.

3. Clip snaphooks onto the saddles and tighten fabric straps. (See diagram).

4. Release bottomrail, the awning is now in tension.

To Operate Up:

1. Unclip snaphooks from the saddles ensuring you have a good hold on the bottomrail. (See above diagram).

2. To allow awning to retract under control. Depending on the height you need to attach the pull down stick into the ring on

the bottomrail (Automatic Straight Drop).

BREECHING STAPLE

FABRIC STRAP

SNAP HOOK

STAINLESS STEEL SADDLE