Note: This model is engineered to be wall mounted only. The Grande model cannot and must not be ceiling, fascia, beam or roof mounted based on engineering specifications.

Important: You will need a clear width span (no projections like vents, lights, speakers, downspouts, trim etc.) that is 19” high without the flat hood and 23" with the flat hood. The awning can be manufactured in 1” increments (they are priced by the foot so a 32’8” is priced as a 33’ awning). The width (from left to right) of the awning is determined by the overall width of the roller tube and it’s tube support brackets. The fabric is approximately 5 1/8” less (2 5/8” on each side) than the total width.

The Grande lateral arm model can be mounted to any solid surface, however you should ensure that the applicable installation fixings penetrate a structural member (stud, brick, header, beam etc.) a minimum of 1 ½”. The bottom of the frame, measured at the point of attachment (mounting height) should be if a minimum of 9’ from the deck or patio. This will give you a MINIMUM of 7’ front bar head clearance. Five degrees may not be enough for rain water runoff, so the mounting height should be greater than 9’ to attain at least a 15-20 degree pitch. The higher the retractable awning is mounted, the greater the rain runoff will be. Should you be mounting the awning over an out swinging French door or sliding door, the awning should be mounted at least 10” above the top of the door. The height of the Grande when retracted is 19” tall without the flat hood and 23 inches tall with the flat hood and the unit protrudes 15” from the wall. A reinforcing mounting plate may required to support the weight of the Grande retractable awning which is approximately 25 lbs per linear foot.

Make sure that there are no obstructions in the area that the awning will cover. The slope (angle/pitch) of the Grande awning is adjustable at the time of installation and at any time in the future (by using the hex bolt) on all available sizes.

Finally, determine which side of the Grande awning you want the motor, backup manual override etc. to be located. Standing on the deck or patio facing the mounting wall, select left or right. Your choice should be based on ease of access and any obstructions. Access to the power source is an obvious consideration. Measurements of location of existing outlet to control option box or outdoor switch, from control option box or outdoor switch to motor and from control option box to wind sensor or rain sensor or sun sensor, if purchased, would also be required.

Cranks are available for backup manual override awnings in seven sizes: 43”, 59”, 70”, 90”, 102", 122" or 162”. To determine the size required measure from the specific location the Grande awning will be mounted down to the users waist. This is the approximate size required.

Siding shims may be needed, and are used to keep the mounting brackets plumb when mounting to horizontal lap siding. Pressure treated wood 2” thick x 19” wide (23” with hood) should be mounted according to awning width. The wall or universal with hood brackets can then be mounted to the pressure treated wood. This is not needed for existing flat surfaces.

A complete set of instructions is sent with every awning. Should you need further assistance in measuring, we are an email or phone call away. Email is responded to within 24 hours or less.
 

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A= THESE SIZES WILL HAVE 3 ARMS

N/A= NOT AVAILABLE IN THESE SIZES DUE TO ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS

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