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During warmer weather the windows must be covered to minimize solar gain. An awning over the
sliding door serves the same purpose yet allows the occupants to get in and out without having to duck under a curtain, affords
them a view to the outside and allows them to slide open the screened window and let fresh air in (Awning_E). Commercially
available awning fabric in a 48-inch width is suitable for this application. A hem large enough to accept the PVC cross-member
is sewn into one end (Awning_B). The other end is secured to the van (Awning_D). In it's stowed position the awning is kept
rolled up with a Velcro strap (Awning_F). The jack ports receive the outriggers (Awning_A). The system is self-supporting
when the outriggers strain against the awning cross member. All five poles (17 feet of combined length) can be stored in the
cornice above the kitchen (Awning_C). They are stacked three high/deep and take up the full 67-inch length of the tray. There
is a small (1/8 inch) drain hole in the center of the awning where a water puddle would otherwise accumulate.
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