Electric Retractable Awning Not Working

These tend to go out quite often and will need replacing.

Electric retractable awning not working.

Its to prevent it from accidentally extending across the roof when you are traveling. The awning s motor or remote control is usually to blame when the unit stops working as you expect. Automatic retractable awnings will use electric sensors to know when to extend or retract the awning. Take some time inspecting the awning for any signs of warping weather damage rusting tearing in the awning fabric itself or the motor overheating and working too hard.

Test the battery power when a battery operated retractable awning does not work. The awning s settings and electricity supply are also common sources of trouble. Check the power connections to see if there is a short in the wiring or the cord is not plugged in. Electric awning will not extend if the motorhome engine is running.

That s the standard behavior i have seen in most cases. If this does not solve the issue check the batteries in the. Charge or replace the batteries as needed. Retract a battery operated rv awning manually when batteries do not have enough power.

A retractable awning is a practical addition to a patio or deck area as it allows you to choose whether you receive shade or sunlight during pleasant summer weather. If you have an awning with an electric sensor you can expect to have to use the manual retraction lever on it anytime the sensor is acting finicky or whenever the power goes out. At least in our motorhome this is the case. Most motors of the automated awning or electric awning contain a built in thermal override to prevent the motor from overheating during excessive use.