If you have a standard spring loaded awning with small black rafter knobs loosen the knobs now just a few turns are necessary don t remove them or loosen them all the way.
How to open my awning on my travel trailer.
Having trouble opening your travel trailer or motor home awning.
Next do the same to the other side of the awning.
Now hook the black pull strap on the awning with your awning rod and pull the strap straight out.
Watch as craig holmes demonstrates the proper operation of a manual awning.
Once they re unlocked use the end of your awning rod to switch the ratchet mechanism to the open position.
To open your rv awning first squeeze the support tabs on the awning which will release the travel locks.
This is a short instructional video on how to operate your rv awning.