The ratchet mechanism is essentially a directional lever located on the end of the awning closest to the front of the rv.
How to use rv awning.
For standard awnings only.
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Step by step tutorial on taking out and putting away your rv awning safely and correctly.
Using your awning rod switch the lever to the open position.
Switch the ratchet mechanism to the roll down position.
All rvs that come with an awning will come with an awning rod as well.
Obviously an electric awning would be nice to have when it comes to ease of use.
Additionally many electric awnings offer a weather sensor feature which will pull the awning in if it senses high winds and won t allow rain to collect on the top of the awning.
Step 2 push the locking lever into the roll up position.