How Do You Adjust A Somfy Awning?

Press & hold both the MY/ STOP and DOWN buttons until the awning begins to extend, then release. Stop at the desired lower limit, adjust by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons.

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How do you reset a retractable awning?

Press and hold the “Programming” button on the back of the remote a second time until the awning moves back and forth in short movements. The remote control is now reset and ready for normal use.

Why does my somfy awning keeps retracting?

If the awning automatically retracts every 30 to 60 minutes and and no wind is present, it means the batteries need to be replaced. Please refer to the “Changing Batteries on an Eolis 3D WireFree” video. The wind sensor needs to be connected to its mounting bracket for it to function properly.

How do I reset my somfy awning?

To delete all previous settings: Using a paperclip, press and hold the PROGRAM BUTTON located at the side of the motor for approximately 12 seconds, during which the motor will jog 3 separate times. All remotes and limits will be erased (motor is now reset to factory mode).

How do I change sensitivity on Somfy?

ADJUSTING THE SENSITIVITY OF YOUR SOMFY MOTION SENSOR

1. Slide the housing off the base plate in the direction indicated by the arrow.
2. Use a small FLAT HEAD screw driver to remove the electronics from the housing.
3. Use a small FLAT HEAD screw driver to adjust the sensitivity dial to the desired position.

Why does my retractable awning keep closing?

If you open or operate your product, it will periodically close when it can’t “find” the wind/motion sensor.Sensors can fail, and power in your home/business can be interrupted, thereby not protecting your Retractable Awning, Solar Shade, Motorized Screen or other Somfy motorized product.

How do I manually retract a somfy awning?

Press & hold both MY/STOP and UP buttons until the awning begins to retract, then release. both the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time until the motor jogs.

How does a wind sensor on an awning work?

These wind sensors are designed to automatically retract an awning based on a predefined wind level.It works by sensing wind-generated movement on the awning arms every 12 minutes. The wireless Somfy Eolis sensor automatically retracts an awning if there is any abrupt wind movement.

How do I sync my Somfy remote to my blinds?

Press either the up or down button on your remote and check that your blinds roll in the right direction. If your roll direction is wrong, hold down the my button for 2 seconds and your blinds will jog up and down. Check again and your blinds should roll in the right direction now.

How do I use my Somfy remote awning?

Press and hold ‘my’ and up button together until the awning moves in and then release. Use ‘my’ button to keep the awning at the preferred inner limit position. Press and hold ‘my’ until the awning jogs. Lastly, you will find a program button on the back of the remote, press and hold it until the awning jogs.

Can you adjust a awning?

The awning is usually supplied with the most ideal pre-set angle of tilt. When fully opened, the front bar should be level. The angle can however be adjusted (adjustment on the arms next to the awning body).

How do you adjust the tension on a retractable awning?

Adjusting the Awning
Fully unroll the awning and then slide the upper arm into position. While standing in front of the awning, pull the awning tube downward and toward yourself. With your free hand tighten the knob on the upper tensioning arm. Repeat this step with the other tensioning arm.

How do you adjust the pitch on a motorized Sunsetter awning?

How to Adjust Height on a Sunsetter Awning

1. Open your awning fully.
2. Unplug the power cord from the outlet if you have a motorized model.
3. Expose the Allen screws.
4. Adjust the height of the Sunsetter awning.
5. Do another visual inspection.
6. Plug-in the power cord back into the outlet.

How do you fix a saggy awning?

It’s easy to fix a sagging awning — just crank the handle in reverse until the fabric tightens and be mindful of how the material is rolling. For the best results, make sure the cloth rotates over the top of the roller tube rather than spooling underneath it.

Why does my awning sag?

The fabric of retractable awnings can occasionally sag if the awning arms are overextended. Simply reverse the cranking direction and retract the awning until the fabric is once again taut. Remember, fabric should be rolling over the top of the roller tube and not coming from out from underneath.

How do you service a retractable awning?

How to Clean Your Awning

1. Use a broom to remove any loose debris from the awning. Start out at the bottom and work your way up to the top.
2. Hose off the framework and wipe it with a cloth before you begin to use the awning for the season.
3. Be sure to clean the entire awning.
4. Rinse the awning once a month with a hose.

Why is my somfy blinking red?

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This means that your myLink is ready to accept WiFi network information and ready to have its pin changed. This is the mode the myLink should be in when out of the box.

How do you reset the limit on a Somfy motor?

Press and hold the MY button until the motor jogs. Check the new limit. To change the lower limit, run the motor to its lower limit and let it stop. Press the UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously until the motor jogs.

How do you troubleshoot Somfy?

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1. Step 1: Press and hold “my” for 8 seconds, the light should blink the entire time.
2. Step 2: Unplug the motor and plug it back in.
3. Step 3: Check power at the quick connect outlet or power source.
4. Step 4: Plug the motor into a different outlet.

How do you test a Somfy Wind sensor?

Test the sensor by pushing up and down on the awning front bar or arm until it begins to retract. You can use the remote to stop the awning after 5 seconds (first test mode).

How do you adjust electric blinds?

Press and hold the ‘Prog’ button on the reverse of the remote for one second. The motor will shunt once. The first ‘Stop Position’ you are going to set is the top, so press the ‘Up’ and ‘Down’ button on the remote until the blind is in the spot where you would like it to stop when it is open.