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Old 07-28-2018, 05:43 AM   #1
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Outdoor awning switch

Has anyone installed an outside switch for the power awning?

We went out on a ride with our RZR and while gone a storm started brewing at the campground (gorgeous when we left) so left awning out

The campground owner came over to put our awning in but had no access to a switch to retract it, so it got me thinking of installing a switch on the exterior somewhere.
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Old 07-29-2018, 08:02 AM   #2
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I have not heard of anyone doing this but I'm sure it could be done. Some awnings have a wind sensor the retracts the awning if the wind comes up.
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Old 07-29-2018, 08:15 AM   #3
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Why take the chance? When we leave for an extended time we roll the awning in. The switch is a good idea but how are other helpful campers/ Cg owners going to know it's there because it's so uncommon?
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Old 07-29-2018, 08:21 AM   #4
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Normally we do pull it in but there was absolutely nothing in the forecast for wind or foul weather.

Until I figure something out we will be pulling it in though.
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Old 07-29-2018, 08:37 AM   #5
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While I think it is a good idea I agree. Only you will know about it. We pull the awning in when ever we leave for the day.
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Old 07-29-2018, 08:44 AM   #6
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I have a phone app that will start my truck from wherever by satellite. That would be nice if someone made that tho put the awning in or out. Anyone know if that’s out there?
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