WELCOME Thank you for purchasing your Kampa awning. Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to set up your awning and retain for future reference. If used properly, your awning should give you years of trouble free use. We recommend that your awning is insured against accidental and storm damage as this is not covered by the warranty. Motor Rally Pro 60 & 90 Instructions & care manual IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ: Under certain conditions all awnings will suffer from internal condensation. Depending upon the atmospheric conditions, the weather and the amount of moisture in the ground, the condensation could be quite severe and is commonly mistaken for leaking, especially as it can run down the inside of the roof and drips off ties tapes and other internal fittings. If you suspect your awning is leaking it is almost certainly condensation. Laying a waterproof groundsheet (not a breathable carpet) throughout the whole awning will help and condensation can also be improved by ensuring adequate ventilation. On some awnings we offer an optional roof lining that can also help prevent condensation and catch any drips of condensation that fall from the roof. The awning material has a waterproof PU coating over its entire surface and the main seams of your awning have been factory taped to help prevent leakage. Depending upon your expectations, it may be necessary to treat the remaining seams with a seam sealant. Seams treated with seam sealant cannot leak. Seam sealant should also be applied to areas where the taping is damaged or has peeled away through wear and tear. It can also be applied to areas where a leak may have developed. Seam sealant is available from your dealer. The awning beading is sewn to the awning with a special waterproof sewing thread. This thread swells when wet to fill the needle holes but thread needs to become wet several times before it is totally effective. This process is known as weathering and it may take several soakings for the weathering to be fully effective. This area can also be treated with seam sealant. Some of the images shown in these instructions are other similar Kampa awnings and are for illustration purposes only. The Rally is a registered design exclusive to Kampa UK Limited This awning is designed for use in light to moderate weather. During strong winds or snowfall we recommend that you take your awning down. The awning is designed for touring use; it is not designed for static or commercial use. We recommend a trial run before using your awning for the first time. This will allow you to familiarise yourself with the awning, its set up and any limitations the awning may have for your particular use. Please also check your motorhome awning rail to ensure that it is not damaged or has any sharp edges that could damage your awning.
SET UP To protect your awning from dirt and damage, it may be beneficial to lay a groundsheet or awning carpet down before unpacking. Unpack the awning, separate and identify the different parts. Before using for the first time please check the contents of your awning 60 90 Awning flysheet Curved Dynasteel steel roof poles Dynasteel leg poles with adjustable feet sections Dynalite aluminium adjustable roof stretcher poles Peg bag Carry bag If you are missing any parts please contact your supplying dealer. Slide () the awning beading, on the rear of the awning roof, through the awning channel until it is in your required position. There is mm and 6mm beading on the awning to suit various awning channels. If attaching to a roll out awning, we recommend you roll the awning out first before attaching the awning to make the process easier. Assemble the curved steel roof poles (), these are linked together and just need slotting together ensuring that each pole is fully inserted into the adjoining pole because of the shape of the pole they can only be assembled one way. Assemble the steel legs. They are spring linked and just need slotting together. They have an adjustable foot ensure that this is in its lowest position (making pole shorter) by using the clamp adjuster. SITING Choose a site that is flat and, if possible, protected from the wind. Try to set up your awning with the doors facing away from the wind. Starting at one end of the awning, push a roof pole into the pole sleeve (), closed end first (with the plastic end cap), connect the steel leg pole to the end (5) and then locate the bottom of this pole onto the pin at the bottom of the awning (6). The pin is on an adjustable webbing strap. The strap can be released to make it easier to insert the pin into the bottom of the pole. Always retighten the straps to ensure that the awning is tensioned correctly. 5 6
7 8 9 Attach the clips on the awning to the leg pole (7). Continue with the other poles. It may make assembly easier if you loosely guy out the two end poles as you progress. When all the legs are in position take the two aluminium stretcher poles into the awning. Put one end in the pocket at the front corner of the awning, just above the front window (8) and the other end in the pocket in the opposite corner (9). Tension and tighten the thumbscrew (0). Repeat with the stretcher bar in the middle of the roof. Ensure that the thumbscrews are positioned in such a way that the metal screw is not in contact with the awning material. Go outside, close all doors and entrances. Peg the rear corners of the awning. The awning wall should be vertical and the pegging point should be pulled slightly under the motorhome () to ensure a good seal between awning and motorhome. It may be necessary to shorten the front legs to achieve this. The pegging points have a range of possible pegging options. Select a point that puts the awning under tension but without over stressing. Once the rear corners have been pegged, peg each front corner (). It is necessary to pull each pegging point diagonally to create tension in the awning. It may also be necessary to adjust the length of the leg using the adjusting clamps (). Peg the intermediate pegging points, pegging the points either side of doorways first. These doorways should be cross pegged - the points should be pulled across each other. Once completed the awning should look taut without too many creases - if necessary readjust the pegging and adjust the height of the legs and tensioning strap. GUY LINES The Rally comes with guy lines pre-attached. We recommend that these guy lines are used at all times (). Peg the guy lines so that the awning is under tension without distorting the shape, they should run in line with the seams. The guy lines can be adjusted using the runners. Guy lines should be secured using suitable pegs - see above. DO NOT allow children to play around your awning. Guy lines are a trip hazard. 5 6 7 5 SEALING BUMPER PADS To help create a seal between motorhome and awning the Rally has sealing bumper pads (5) sewn to the rear panels. Using the rear pegging points, these bumpers should be pulled towards the motorhome. An improved seal can be maintained by use of the optional rear upright pole set. Insert the top of each pole into the pocket in the top rear corner, adjust the height to bring the pole under tension and then secure the pole to the bumper pads using the tie tapes. DRAUGHT SKIRT The supplied draught skirt should be pulled through the awning rail at the bottom of your motorhome (6). The ropes at the top corners can be tied to the motorhome chassis to make the skirt taut. Peg down and tension the skirt using the webbing straps. 0 PEGS The Rally awning comes complete with general purpose pegs. These will be suitable for many sites but there will be some instances where different pegs will be necessary. Your dealer will stock a range of pegs suitable for different types of ground. For maximum effectiveness, pegs should be driven into the ground at a 5 angle away from the pegging point. CAUTION: Pegs can be sharp. DO NOT allow children to play around the awning and ensure that suitable protective footwear is worn. CURTAINS & BLINDS The Rally Pro has two curtains to cover each front window. They have curtain runners along their top edge that simply slide onto the curtain track sewn above each window (7). Use the plastic retainers to keep the curtains tidy during the day. The blinds on the side windows roll to the side. 6
MUD SKIRT The Rally comes with an internal mud skirt to keep out draughts. The mud skirt has eyelets that can be used with pegs to secure it to the ground (8). DO NOT use the mud skirt to peg your awning down. 8 9 MONSOON POLES (OPTIONAL EXTRA) The Monsoon Poles are designed to give extra support to the roof in extreme weather conditions. They may also offer extra support where the awning fit to the motorhome is not perfect. The Monsoon Poles are sold singly. The Rally 60 and 0 will accept two poles and the Rally 90 three Monsoon Poles. The optional Monsoon Poles are not suitable for the Rally 00. 0 Assemble the Monsoon poles - these are shock corded and just need slotting together, ensuring that each pole is fully inserted into the adjoining metal ferrule. One end, of the pole, has a rubber stopper. Push this end of the pole over the centre aluminium stretcher bar (9) and then push the rubber stopper into the pocket near the roof ensuring that it is fully inserted (0). Attach the clip, on the other end of the pole, onto the stretcher bar at the front of the awning () ensuring that the Monsoon pole is parallel with the exterior roof poles. 5 STORM TIE DOWN KIT (OPTIONAL EXTRA) The Rally is supplied with a full set of guy lines that should be used at all times. For extra security a Storm Tie Down Kit is available. Attach each tie down to the awning frame, on each of the corners. At the other end of the tie down you will find a metal D ring. Attach the hook, connected to the tension band, to the D ring and then peg the tension band using the large peg supplied or another suitable peg 6 (6). Ensure that the storm strap is pegged under tension but not so that it distorts the shape of the awning. The tie downs should always be used in pairs. SEAMS The main seams of this awning have been factory taped to help prevent leakage. Depending upon your expectations, it may be necessary to treat the remaining seams with a seam sealant. Seam sealant should also be applied to areas where the taping is damaged or has peeled away through wear and tear. It can also be applied to areas where a leak may have developed. Seam sealant is available through your dealer. SUITABILITY This awning is designed for use in light to moderate weather. During strong winds or snowfall we recommend that you take your awning down. The awning is designed for occasional use; it is not designed for static or commercial use. UV DEGRADATION Awning fabrics can be weakened by prolonged exposure to sunlight. Under normal holiday use your awning will give long service but use for extended periods in strong sunlight will soon cause deterioration. In those cases it would be wise to use a site as shaded as possible. UV degradation is not covered under the warranty. The warranty does not cover awnings used on permanent or semi permanent sites, displays or for commercial purposes. CONDENSATION Under certain conditions awnings will be affected by condensation inside. See page for more information about condensation. Condensation and its effects are not covered under the warranty. SAFETY DO NOT COOK IN THE AWNING OR USE NAKED FLAMES. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FIRE PRECAUTIONS LABEL SEWN INTO THE INSIDE OF THE AWNING. 7 8
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTIONS Difficulty in pulling the rear of the awning close to the motorhome Rear of awning is too close to the motorhome The awning is sagging in the roof or collecting water. Try lowering the front adjustable legs. The rear pegging points should always be pegged first, before applying too much tension to the front legs.. Adjust the front legs upwards. The Rally awning is universal and the fit varies from motorhome to motorhome. Try stretching all adjustable poles to tension the awning. The walls should be taut with no flapping material.. Re-peg the awning ensuring that the walls and roof are taut. You could try installing the optional Monsoon Poles available from you Kampa dealer My awning is moving along the awning rail. Peg the awning tautly. Use the optional Awning Rail Stoppers available from your Kampa dealer If a connecting spring breaks. These parts are consumable and are only there to help assemble your poles, they are not structural. If these springs become overstretched or break they can be replaced with new springs available from your Kampa dealer. DISMANTLING Reverse the set up procedure. Ensure that all parts are clean before packing in the carry bag. If the awning is wet or damp, dry fully as soon as possible. FOLDING THE AWNING Using two people, hold the awning at the tie down attachment points and lay the awning down on the ground so that the outside of the roof is on the ground and the front windows are upwards on top of the roof. Protect the awning from dirt and damage, if necessary, before laying on the ground. Fold each end inwards to create a rectangle. From the outside edges, fold the panels in half until the awning is the correct width for the carry bag. Then roll the awning, towards the open end (end with the awning beading). The awning should now fit into he bag. The awning frame and the draught skirt can be rolled up with the awning. CARE Awnings are best stored opened out. Air fully and ensure it is totally dry before packing away. Store in a well ventilated dry place. A wet/damp awning will develop mildew surprisingly quickly. Dirty awnings can be washed using clean water and a soft brush. Do not scrub and never use detergents. Poles should be protected from damage and should be stored completely dry to prevent corrosion of the ferrules. To prevent corrosion Dynasteel poles can be stored with a light coating of petroleum jelly to protect them. Ensure that this is completely removed before use. Damage due to improper use, wind damage or neglect is not covered under the warranty. Have any damage repaired at the first opportunity. Failure in the poles normally occurs through incorrect use. Make sure that poles sections are fully inserted into their adjoining pole and do not over stress the pole beyond its designed curve. You can purchase replacement poles from your dealer. Connecting springs or shock cord, used to connect poles together, are consumable parts and are not covered under this guarantee. Zips should be treated with care, use two hands to close and open and never tread on them. Never force a zip. We strongly recommend that you carry a comprehensive spares kit including silicone waterproof spray, seam sealer, tape for repairing split poles, and spare guy ropes and pegs for extreme weather. Repairs to the flysheet should be made by a company recommended by Kampa or your supplying dealer. Repairs and alterations made by an unauthorised company may invalidate your warranty. 9 0
PROBLEM SOLUTIONS If you think your awning has a water leak. Most suspected leakage is actually condensation (see condensation section of this manual). This forms on the inside of the awning fabric. Try to increase the ventilation by opening the doors. A waterproof groundsheet will help stop moisture from the ground causing condensation. The fabric, used to make this awning, has a massive 5000 mm hydrostatic head, so it is extremely unlikely that it would leak. If your awning has a water leak at specific points/areas If you think your awning has a water leak at the beading that attaches to the motorhome. The main seams of this awning have been factory taped to help prevent leakage. Depending upon your expectations, it may be necessary to treat the remaining seams with a seam sealant. Seam sealant should also be applied to areas where the taping is damaged or has peeled away through wear and tear. It can also be applied to areas where a leak may have developed. Seam sealant is available through your dealer.. It is not possible to hot air tape the join between the awning and the motorhome beading. Therefore we use a special waterproof sewing thread. This thread swells when wet to fill the needle holes but the thread needs to become wet several times before it is totally effective. This is known as weathering. You can also treat this seam with seam sealant for a quicker effect. OPTIONAL EXTRAS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR AWNING Continental Cushioned Carpet Breathable, hardwearing and soft underfoot. Side Annexe Can be zipped onto either side of the awning. Easy Tread Groundsheet Breathable and made to fit your awning Inner Tent Sleeping accommodation in your awning Rally Enclosure Creates an enclosed area in front of your Rally awning. Available in 60 & 90 sizes. A 60 Enclosure will fit onto a Rally 90. Hanging Rail Shown with optional Jack Hanger. Motor Rally Rear Upright Pole Set Provides an better seal between motorhome and awning Organiser Designed to fit to the AccessoryTrack fitted inside the awning. Tie Down Kit Extra security in bad weather. Sold in pairs complete with pegs. Hanging Rail Designed to fit to the AccessoryTrack. Shown with optional Jack Hanger Roof Lining Insulates the roof and helps reduce the affects of condensation. Monsoon Pole Provides extra support for the roof in extreme weather conditions (not 00) mcl/kampa/05 Kampa UK Limited Witham, CM8 EU