Awning Rollup

[taylorjw0831]

So one of my awnings will not roll up. I can hear the mother running inside the tube but for some reason it does not turn. Any ideas?

[ependydad]

I had that exact symptom. Turns out the motor was dying and lost its ability to spin the awning tube. $400 for a new motor and I was back in business.

Here’s a video I took of the symptoms:
https://youtu.be/uQdjn7di_5s

Couple of pictures...

I used a ladder and strapped the awning tube to it to first take things apart.



I was concerned that the awning would unfurl during travel. I carry some 2’ heavy zip ties and ties the arms to themselves to keep it closed.



As a belt and suspenders approach, I also tried locking the roller tube in place to keep it from rotating.



When a buddy and I went to replace the motor, I conveniently had a tree that held the awning at a workable height.



The only motor I could find locally was black. I took off the black parts and put my white parts onto it. There was 1 electrical connector that I had my buddy (an electrician) rewire because the hole sizing was different between the two.



So far, about 6 months in of regular use and all is well.

[gregmartin]

I had the same problem with my 2012 FOREST RIVER SOLERA awning, I bought it in late 2016 and had the problem right away. I’m pretty sure the previous owner might have left out that little bit of information about the non functioning awing. ( my fault for not checking I out [emoji30] ) I know there was a safety RECALL On mine, it can actually unwind on the interstate. I found all the recall information on line and since my awing unwound in my driveway they sent out a mechanic to my home for repairs for FREE. very pleased [emoji106]