Girard Systems NOVA Manual de usuario
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GIRARD SYSTEMS
RV AWNING PRODUCTS
NOVA
Dual pitch, Cassette patio awning
OWNERS MANUAL
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, ADJUSTMENT AND REPAIR
Rev. 010112
1361 Calle Avanzado, San Clemente, CA 92673 (949) 259-4000 Fax (949) 276-5500
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Girard Systems- Warranty Procedures
Return Policy
For all returns, please contact Girard systems Warranty and Returns Department Monday thru
Friday 7:00am to 5:00pm PST at 1.800.382.84442. A “Return Goods Authorization” number must
be obtained for all returned goods. You will use this RGA# as reference for all returns, and
warranty claims. All returns must have the RGA# clearly marked on the packaging and on all
shipping documents. All freight costs for returned goods shall be prepaid by the purchaser.All
freight costs for returned goods considered under warranty for defects, etc. will be reimbursed
to the purchaser. Girard Systems will not pay for expedited freight in any circumstance. All
products are built to customer specifications therefore all returned goods must have prior
authorization(RGA#). Goods that can be re-stocked are subject to a 20% restocking fee, this will
be reflected in any credit due. Items that have custom powder coating, custom painting, special
order fabric and any anodized parts are non returnable.
Warranty Parts and Labor Claims
All service, repair work, and returns must have prior authorization from Girard Systems to be
eligible for reimbursement. Please obtain an RGA#, as instructed above, for all warranty, parts,
and labor claims. All claims can be tracked by referencing this RGA#.
WARRANTY PARTS – All warranty parts to be returned will be tracked by their RGA#. Girard
Systems does not always require warranted parts to be returned, this is at the sole discretion of
the Warranty and Returns Department. All replacement parts will be sent at no charge via
ground delivery. All parts requested to be sent expedited will be at the expense of the purchaser.
In the case a warranted part requires a credit in lieu of replacement, a credit will be issued in the
amount of the original purchase price. In most cases returned good credits will be issued, or
sent within thirty(30) days on receipt of claim paperwork or returned parts.
LABOR CLAIMS – All labor claims are subject to either time guidelines or flat rate according to
the specific service performed. All labor claims must have a repair order to be processed. This
repair order must include; a description of all labor performed, hourly labor rate, all returned
parts and an RGA#. In most cases labor claims will be issued within thirty(30) days of receipt
Freight Damage Procedure
ALL CONCEALED DAMAGE MUST BE REPORTED WITHIN 5 DAYS OF RECEIPT
ANY SHORTAGE TO AN ORDER MUST BE REPORTED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF RECEIPT
Any visible damage to a shipment must be reported immediately. Please contact the freight
carrier and then report damage to Girard Systems. If possible, please photo document any
damaged items. Please retain original packaging for any damage returns. Replacement items
may need to be ordered depending on the extent of loss or damage. In the event that a shipment
is refused due to damage please file a claim with the carrier. The carrier will the return the items
to Girard Systems. Please contact Girard Systems immediately for replacement goods..
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RV AWNING PRODUCTS
WARRANTY UPDATES
EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 2009
Products
•G-1500
•G-2000
•ELITE
•NOVA
•G-2085
•G-5000
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
This Limited Lifetime Warranty is applicable to the original owner of the product. This warranty
states that the Main Housing of the awning will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
during normal use. This warranty implies no coverage of the arms, or any of the interior components
or hardware.
This warranty covers the painted surfaces for five(5) years. This only applies to Girard Systems factory
“powder coated” finishes, black and white. This warranty does not include OEM/Aftermarket custom
painting, or any finish modifications. Painted surfaces are subject to normal fading. This warranty is
null and void if proper care and maintenance guidelines have not been followed.
•PARTS FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
•ELECTRONICS FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
•FABRIC FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
•LABOR ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
•FREIGHT ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
•All replacement parts, electronics, and fabrics will continue to be warranted
by Girard Systems for the remainder of the original warranty.
•All purchased replacement parts, electronics, and fabrics are carry a one(1)
year replacement warranty and a ninety(90) day labor and freight warranty
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•All other warranty terms, conditions, and procedures are located in Girard
Systems Product Manuals.
WARRANTY
Girard Systems provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty for the following products; G-2000
Automatic Lateral Arm Awning System, G-1500 Door Awning, NOVA, ELITE,and Window
Awning Systems. This Limited Lifetime Warranty states that all awnings will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship during normal use for its intended purpose as long as
you (original owner) own it. If you are not the original owner the warranty will be for a period
of five(5) years from date of purchase. The fabric, motor and electronics will be warranted for a
period of five(5) years from original date of purchase, regardless of the original owner.
All warranty claims must be submitted to Girard Systems by written notification. Girard
Systems will repair or replace any part that is not operating as specified due to a parts defect or
normal wear and tear in the allotted warranty period. However, Girard Systems will not
warranty items damaged due to neglect, misuse, or failure to adhere to the operating and
installation instructions included in this manual. This warranty will not be applicable if the
awning has been altered or repaired by any individual that is not an authorized service agent of
Girard Systems.
Girard Systems does not warrant that the awning meets the requirements of any laws or
regulations of any county, state, municipality or other jurisdiction. The purchaser assumes all
risks and liability whatsoever resulting from the use thereof.
EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED HEREIN, GIRARD SYSTEMS MAKES NO
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, PROMISE OR GUARANTEE, EITHER EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ITS AUTOMATIC LATERAL ARM AWNING SYSTEM,
INCLUDING ITS QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO ONE, OTHER THAN THE PRESIDENT OF GIRARD
SYSTEMS, IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY MODIFICATIONS OR ADDITIONS TO
THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL GIRARD SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF
THE USE OF OR IN ABILITY TO USE THE AWNING SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL
GIRARD SYSTEMS' AGGREGATE LIABILITY HEREUNDER, IF ANY, EXCEED THE COST
OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE AWNING SYSTEM.
CAUTION
Girard Systems awnings may be operated in light wind and rain conditions, however, when
periods of heavy rain and/or wind are expected or you leave the awning unattended, the
awning should be closed.
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Damage caused by wind and rain is not covered by warranty.
All awnings must also be closed prior to moving the vehicle for any reason. As an extra safety
precaution a visual check that the awning is fully closed is required.
Damage caused by failure to comply with these instructions is not covered by warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Basic System
Overview…………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Important Reminders................................................................................................... 8
Installation
Manual………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Tools Required/ Product
Overview………………………………………………………………. 9
A. Unpacking your
awning………………………………………………………………………… 10
B. Layout and Mounting the Brackets……………………………………………………..
11-15
Bracket placement
chart…………………………………………………………………………..13
C. Mounting the Awning to the
Brackets……………………………………………………..15
D. Weather Stripping Installation (Sidewall Application)……………………………..
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E. Anemometer (Hardware installation)
……………………………………………………….17
F. Motion
Sensor……………………………………………………………………………………………
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Testing and
Adjustments…………………………………………………………………………………19
A. Adjusting Motor Limit
Switches…………………………………………………………..19-20
B. Adjusting Pitch and Arm
Heighth………………………………………………………..21-22
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C. Testing the
Anemometer…………………………………………………………………………..23
D. Adjusting the Lead
Rail……………………………………………………………………………..23
Troubleshooting
Guide……………………………………………………………………………….24-25
Warranty Labor Time
Guidelines……………………………………………………………………..26
Common Repair
Procedures……………………………………………………………………………..27
Motor
Replacement…………………………………………………………………………………..
27-29
Fabric
Replacement…………………………………………………………………………………..
30-32
Arm
Replacement……………………………………………………………………………………
…32-34
Restringing the
Crossbar……………………………………………………………………………35-36
Care and Maintenance
Guide……………………………………………………………………………37
Technical Drawings
NOVA
Profile……………………………………………………………………………………………
…..38
NOVA
Adjustments……………………………………………………………………………………
…39
NOVA Exploded
View………………………………………………………………………………….40
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Basic System Overview
The NOVA Awning is the newest edition to the Girard Systems product line. The design
of the product was tailored to be specific to the requirements of an RV while also adding
a new element of style and class for all applications.
This awning has particular value when the product is installed over an RV’s slide out.
The NOVA Awning does not have the same slope limitations as a single pitch awning.
The addition of the second slope brings the lead rail to a level that offers excellent shade
protection even when the sun is low on the horizon..
THE NOVA AWNING SYSTEM
The design of the NOVA Awning maintains the same proven mechanical strength of
Girard Systems revolutionary product the G-2000, while still keeping the same
compact configuration and attractive appearance.!
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Your NOVA Awning consists of three main components:
1. Mechanical system – consisting of:
•The enclosure (or cassette) protects the awning while closed.
•The roller tube which is mounted within the cassette.
•The top cover or fabric rolled onto the roller tube and connected to the lead
rail that extends from the enclosure when the awning is opened.
•The folding arms that supports the lead rail and the fabric.
•The tubular motor which is mounted inside of the roller tube that allows the
awning to extend and retract.
2. Electronic controls –to power and operate the motor
•Anemometer (wind sensor) automatically retracts the awning in case of high
wind that may damage the awning system.
•Motion Sensor – This can be used in place of the anemometer.
•G-Links model GC136 Motor Control (single motor) to power and operate the
motor.
•Wireless Motor – This motor does not require a motor control.
3. User Controls – for awning operation
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Important Reminders
Before using your awning make sure that all of your electrical circuits are operating
correctly. Recreational Vehicles can generate AC power from three separate sources;
shore power (hookup), generator, or inverter. The electrical system transfer switch in
your vehicle will select power for the awning as follows:
Shore Power – if connected;
Generator Power – if generator is running;
Inverter Power – batteries must be charged for inverter operation.
Your NOVA Awning is operated using a 110Volt AC motor. However, some Girard
Systems awnings are equipped with 12Volt DC motors.
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NOTICE
For a detailed description and user instructions for
all electronic and user controls please refer to the
Girard Link System(G-Link) manual supplied with the
awning. If you do not have a copy of the G-Link
manual you may download a copy from the Girard
Systems website @www.girardrv.com
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