How to adjust the spring tension on your retractable screen.
Sunsetter awning spring tension.
With your free hand tighten the knob on the upper tensioning arm.
You do not need to put the screws back in.
Now that you are going to re tension the spring it s time to insert it back after you have reinstalled the torsion assembly.
Roll the awning back up to observe how tight it is.
Your awning can be secured by using an awning stake and tie down straps.
When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed.
If you over tighten the spring it will break.
If not then repeat the previous steps.
If you find that your screen cassette is loose and needs re tensioning watch this video and we.
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The fabric should now be taught.
While standing in front of the awning pull the awning tube downward and toward yourself.
Repeat this step with the other tensioning arm.
The cotter pins are the ones that lock the spring tension securely while taking down the rv awning.
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If you are satisfied move on.