14 Awnings, Vents, and Doors
Windows
Sliding windows (Figure 0-1) are custom built for the motorhome and allow easy sliding access to open the coach to fresh outside air.
There might also be a reflective coating on the windows to reflect back a portion of the sunlight to reduce the heating of the motorhome interior and to reduce the effects of the sun’s “bleaching” of interior fabrics (curtains, upholstery).
Sunshades on both the driver and passenger’s sides can be deployed and moved at any time.
Windows throughout the coach are designated as “EXIT” windows in the event of an emergency.
To help make the windows slide more easily, we recommend using Plexus Plastic Cleaner, which can be purchased through the Tiffin Motor Homes Service Department.
Awnings
The unit is equipped with Girard awnings (Figure 0-2). The awnings run on 120 VAC. The awning control switch is located in the front overhead cabinet above the driver’s seat. This switch can be removed from the overhead, and used as a remote control to operate the awnings.
The awning control switch is designed to allow the user to control each awning (if optioned) individually. All function buttons are press ON. The auto-functions continue until the awning is extended or retracted to the desired position. It is not necessary to hold the button while the function is active.
In case of awning power failure or to manually close the awning:
- The Girard GG750 has a manual override to close the awning in case of power failures.
- Remove the endcap opposite the motor, by removing the 3 Philips head screws.
- Using a 13mm wrench, turn the square manual override shaft in order to close the awning, see Figure below. NOTE: The manual override is one-way, it can only be used to close the awning.
- Replace endcap using the 3 Philips head screws.
- Figure below is showing a right hand motor version of the GG750. If your coach is equipped with a left hand version, the manual override will be on the opposite side.
- Once power is restored, the awning will resume normal operation.
| NOTE: This procedure can also be used to manually retract the Over the Door Awning. |
Awning Remote Controls
A removable remote control switch is provided with the awning system (Figure 14-3). The remote functions in the same manner as the stationary control panel. The remote enables you to operate the awning from any convenient location.
There are arrows located on the bottom left and right corners of the awning control switch. These arrows allow you to select front or rear awning.
| NOTE: The numbers range from 0 to 5, but 1 (front) and 2 (rear) are used for the awnings. |
Once the awning has been selected for operation, the light button activates the light on the awning. The arrows facing up and down on the right-hand side of the switch allow the awning to extend and retract. The button in the center (that is a line) on the right side of the switch allows the user to stop the awning at a desired location instead of fully extending or retracting. Refer to your Girard dealer for more indepth awning questions.
| NOTE: The awnings may also be controlled from the awning control boxes located in the front cargo bay on the passenger side of the unit. To operate the awnings using the white control box, touch the arrows on the side of the control module to extend and retract the desired awning. There are two white control modules. |
Vents
The kitchen and bathroom are both equipped with a 12 VDC exhaust vent (Figure 0-3). The fans are controlled by the fan tab on the Spyder Controls System (Figure 0-4). A three-speed switch on each vent fan controls the fan speed.
| IMPORTANT: The vent fan must be left in the ON mode only when the motorhome is parked and in use. The fan will not operate until the vent is open. |
Doors
The primary entrance door to the motorhome has a key lock and a dead bolt for additional security. When the door is fully opened, the door hinge automatically holds the door in an OPEN position.
In addition, a screen door allows increased air circulation when the entrance door is open.
Keyless Lock
The Allegro Bus is equipped with keyless lock entry that is incorporated into the grab handle (Figure 14-7). The keyless lock entry is essentially a numeric combination lock.
This type of lock for the motorhome enables the owner to come and go without having to worry about whether the “house key” was with the owner or not. The keyless lock drastically reduces the inadvertent situation of being “locked out of one’s home” while on the road.
Also included with the keyless entry is a key fob that will lock and unlock the entrance door as well as compartment doors. The headlights and clearance lights will flash, indicating that the doors are locked when pressing the lock button on the key fob. When pressing “unlock,” the porch lights will be activated for 30 seconds.
As long as you remember the appropriate combination (settable by the owner to permit optimal remembering of a preferred numerical combination), you should never be “locked out” of the motorhome under any circumstances.
Complete directions for setting your unique keyless lock combination can be found in the Owner’s Information Package.
As a further aid for nighttime access to the motorhome, the handrail by the front door is made of transparent acrylic, which is lighted at night. This “night light” handrail permits the motorhome owner easy and safe access to the motorhome by providing a firm, easily seen handhold whenever entering or exiting.
