"Overextend" electric awning?

[n4uaj]

When we had our walk-thru, our camper was too close to another on the lot for him to totally explain the awning. After reading the manual, I got a little concerned about this issue. The picture in the manual isn't real clear about a "valance rope" not being behind the roller. On our trip I was careful to let it out just enough for the flap (or valance) to flip out. Can anyone give me a little more clarity? I sure don't wanna tear up anything the first few trips out

Thanks
Bill

[Ford Idaho]

Mine will go out just a little bit beyond where the flap is hanging straight down but it rolls back just fine.
I did wonder if the awning could have been a little longer but it looks fine like it is.

[Kaadk]

I run mine out all the way, then back it up to get rid of any valley between the awning and the roller. I believe Herk had posted a picture of the difference in another thread, but I don't remember which one.

[OldCoot]

And make sure you have one end lower than the other to prevent water build up in the middle.

This is a picture of riveting the material after centering it on the tube and the awning is over-extended.

[Twisty]

I have the flappy deal hanging straight down from the bottom of the roller.
Water will run over the roller and not pool.
^^That's a good pic^^ for clarity - thanks

[Witch Doctor]

the slide opening should be straight down for an awning. If you are past that you have extended IT to far out. you will stretch the vinyl.

[n4uaj]

Thanks everyone. We graduated from a PUP with a bag awning so this is all new to me.