Awning sticks

[Neil S.]

I did a search and wasn't able to find anything relevant. When deploying the electric awning, the right side (facing trailer) sticks and I need to give it a slight tug to get it going. Once going, it's fine. Retracts fine as well.

Any thoughts as to what is causing this and/or suggestions on fixing it? Thanks!

If it matters, it's a 2017 212QBW.


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[Jagiven]

Dirty tracks.

I spray mine twice a year with either silicone spray or Triflow, then wipe it down.

[Neil S.]

I'll give that a try. Didn't even think of that because it's new, but cleaning the trailer completely probably didn't happen at the dealer. Thanks!


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[bankr63]

Also check for binding where the arm sits in the U channel. it is possible that a "bump" has bent it slightly so that it is binding against the arm. Mine is a Carefree of Colorado, your design may different, but check for binding.

[Neil S.]

Will check for that as well, thank you [emoji106]


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[Jagiven]

Originally Posted by Neil S.

I'll give that a try. Didn't even think of that because it's new, but cleaning the trailer completely probably didn't happen at the dealer. Thanks!


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When ours was new we had the same issue, we brought it in for se warranty items, and they advised us it's a common complaint. Once I knew to spray it down periodically we have never had an issue. But when I forget, it sticks.