Awning On Rv Wont Retract

If you find yourself in the situation where the awning on your rv just won t retract then this is the video for you.

Awning on rv wont retract.

When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed. It s a common mistake for campers to extend their rv awning out too far to the point where water would collect on the awning itself. Realign the rv awning arms and make sure they stay in their position. Loosen the attachment points at the awning housing with the screwdrivers.

You also need to check the awning chord that is placed along with the screws on the awning rail. If this happens and it does happen to rain it will likely stretch the canvas and make it difficult for you to now retract the awning. Another reason your awning in not retracting good could be the screws on the awning chord. The canvas will buckle and put too much tension on the motor.

To secure the awning you will first need to go to the roof of the rv. When you get on top you will need to look at the awning and see if something is stuck and causing it to stick. This would call for the rv awning arm repair. Pull the awning off the rv.

Pull the fabric down in unison to release the rolling mechanism. If it needs replacing then get that done at the earliest. Locate the supply connection terminal on the motor and connect it with the battery supply wires that you will have. The awning does not function properly now it will move in and out with the remote but operates very slowly and does not lock into the travel trailer the switch on the wall for operating the awning works sporadically most of the time this switch will extend the awning but not retract it.

Here are the items to check for power problems. Low 12v power this could be caused by a bad battery or the 12v converter in your rv may have failed or be failing. Step 1 prepare to re insert the cotter pin. If the awning motor doesn t receive power it will not be able to extend or retract your awning.

Like a window shade an awning occasionally will be extended too far out requiring a tougher pull down to engage the retracting rollers. The easiest way to check your power is with the battery meter built in to your rv.