5. TAKING DOWN YOUR AWNING
If possible, this should be done when the awning is completely dry.
Reverse the erection instructions. Do not try to pull the poles from their
sleeves. Push the poles from their sleeves. Fold awning towards open
doorways to allow the air to escape.
If taken down wet, dry completely at the first opportunity.
6. DURING USE
Awnings containing a high proportion of synthetic materials are sometimes
affected by condensation. This should not be confused with leakage and
can normally be cured by ensuring that adequate ventilation is available by
making full use of the awnings ventilation or by leaving doorways slightly
unzipped whenever possible.
Avoid touching the inside surface of the awning when raining. Any leakage
should be treated with a suitable reproofing spray. Don't pitch your awning
under trees but make use of natural windbreaks like hedges and walls. Face
the awning door away from the prevailing wind. When the awning has
been taken down wet, it is vital to ensure the awning fabric is dried out
completely within a maximum of twenty-four hours.
Do not cook in the awning or use naked flames. Read and understand the
fire precautions label sewn into the inside of the awning.
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