This video illustrates how to properly operate your dometic 9100 power patio awning.
Dometic power awning maintenance.
Failure toggle down retract briefly on awning switch until valance is in correct position.
Connect the awning motor to an external 12 vdc power source via user sup plied wire 16 gauge minimum.
A good external 12 vdc power source would be an automobile battery.
In addition the general care and use section provides maintenance tips to help extend the life of your awning and ensure years of trouble free use.
Maintain a verify valance is in correct position and adjust if necessary.
And finally practical safety checks to perform at the beginning of every season.
Pinch hazard.
When the power awning hardware is in the open position and the 12 vdc power has been lost the awning can be closed by supplying auxiliary pow er to the hardware.
I generally clean it every few months by following the procedure outlined in the owner s manual.