Because not all potential problems are obvious, an inspection of the component parts by a qualified mechanic should be periodically performed. Some of the safety features to prevent separation can be seen by the naked eye. A detailed re-inspection should be done periodically and before any extensive trip. Regardless of what kind of awning you have, before any trip, a walk around to inspect the vehicle and its component parts is always necessary. RV industry supplier Dometic USA announced that it has identified a potential condition related to its 9100 Power Awnings, Weatherpro Awnings and Motor. Consumers can obtain specific instructions to determine if their awning is subject to the recall or obtain information regarding repair by calling the toll–free number 1-88. Consumers are being notified directly by the company's dealers. The Company has advised its other equipment manufacturers and aftermarket dealers to call 1-88 for specific replacement instructions. Dometic has identified 27,098 affected units. Dometic WeatherPro Power Awning Right Hand Motor Drive Assembly 3307923.115U. On the power awning field Motor Service Kit the serial # appears on the end cap of the shipping tube. The serial # appears on a label on the right underside of the fabric and on the roller tube. Condition: New Manufacturer Part Number: 3307923.115U Brand: Dometic. This particular recall involves power awning products manufactured between February 13, 2013, (306XXXXX serial #) through April 9, 2013, (314XXXXX serial #). Dometic 3307923.115U Weather Pro Awning Motor Drive Assy Right Hand Black. When the WeatherPro hardware is in the open posi-tion and the 12 VDC power has been lost the aw-ning can be closed by supplying auxiliary power to the hardware. The follow-ing method should be performed first: A.
She was lucky to survive the event, but continues to undergo major surgical, medical and dental treatments. WeatherPro Awning User’s Guide 5 There are two methods of rolling up the awning if it ap-pears there is no power to the awning motor. (“RV Awnings can Become Missiles” January 12, 2013) In 2010, one of our clients was struck by a 90+ pound awning rod assembly that came crashing through her windshield. I previously posted a blog about awnings unfurling, coming off moving RVs and effectively becoming dangerous flying projectiles. If you own any awning that is installed on your RV or trailer, please check it for stability and security as well. If you have one of these awnings, please heed the recall and immediately have your awning checked.
Apparently, if a step was missed in the installation of the power awnings, the motor can be damaged causing the awning to unfurl. Dometic USA has initiated a recall and replacement of its 9100 Power Awnings, Weatherpro Awnings and Motor Service Kits and all the affected power awning units.
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