Safety instructions
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Safety instructions
Please observe the safety instructions and stipulations issued by the
vehicle manufacturer and service workshops.
2.1
General safety
!
WARNING! Failure to obey these warnings could result in death
or serious injury.
Health hazard
• The awning must be installed in accordance with the Dometic installa-
tion manual by a qualified technician with sufficient technical knowl-
edge for installing components in vehicles.
• This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the device in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
• Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
device.
2.2
Operating the awning safely
!
WARNING! Failure to obey these warnings could result in death
or serious injury.
Health hazard
• Do not touch moving parts while operating the awning. There is a dan-
ger of injuries from moving parts.
• Before starting your journey, check that the awning is fully retracted.
Never move the vehicle when the awning is open.
• Never drive with the crank inserted. Remove the crank before starting
your journey.
• Do not drive the vehicle if the fabric is damaged or torn, even if the
awning has been properly retracted. The awning arms are held in
place by the fabric. If the fabric rips while driving, the awning will
suddenly shoot out. This can lead to serious injury. Secure the awning
so that it cannot extend suddenly and unexpectedly while driving.
• Do not open the awning while driving.
• Do not open the awning in strong winds or snowfall.
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