What should be paid attention to in daily maintenance of Motorized Awning Motor?

As the "smart guardian" of courtyards and terraces, the stable operation of Motorized Awning Motor cannot be separated from scientific maintenance. Long-term exposure to wind, rain, dust and temperature difference environment, if lack of systematic maintenance, may lead to accelerated motor loss, abnormal function or even premature scrapping.

Rule 1: Regular cleaning and dust prevention
Operation points:
External cleaning: Wipe the motor housing and control box with a dry cloth every month to prevent dust from clogging the heat dissipation holes (focus on removing spider webs, pollen and other adhesives).
Guide rail cleaning: Use a soft brush to remove mud and fallen leaves in the track every quarter, and use compressed air to blow away the gap residue to prevent foreign objects from blocking the tarpaulin from sliding.
Waterproof inspection: Wipe the water stains on the surface of the motor in time after rain, and confirm that the control box sealing rubber ring is not aging and cracking (if hardened, it needs to be replaced immediately).
Rule 2: Periodic lubrication and maintenance
Key parts and cycles:
Bearings and gear sets: Inject 2-3 drops of ISO VG32 grade lubricant into the motor bearings and reduction gears every 6 months (penetrating solvents such as WD-40 are prohibited).
Sliding tracks: Spray silicone-based lubricants (such as CRC 03089) every quarter to form a water-resistant and anti-fouling protective film to reduce metal friction loss.
Hinged joints: Manually open and close the awning once a month, and apply food-grade white lithium-based grease to the movable hinges to avoid rust and jamming.
Rule 3: Anti-aging of the power supply system
Preventive measures:
Line inspection: Check the outer skin of the motor power cord every year to see if it is cracked or hardened, and pay special attention to the risk of wear of the cable through the wall from the socket to the motor section.
Voltage protection: Equip the motor with an outdoor dedicated voltage stabilizer with overload protection (APC SURT2000 is recommended) to suppress the impact of voltage fluctuations on the circuit board.
Battery backup: If the motor supports backup power, the lithium battery pack (such as Duracell 2032) needs to be replaced every 12 months to ensure that the awning can be retracted in an emergency during a power outage.
Rule 4: Software and function self-check
Intelligent maintenance process:

Firmware upgrade: Log in to the brand's official website, check the motor control module firmware version every six months, and update it in time to fix program vulnerabilities.
Stroke calibration: Perform a "full open-full closed" full cycle 3 times every quarter through the remote control to verify whether the awning is accurately positioned.
Remote control test: Press each button of the remote control every week to confirm that the response is sensitive and there is no delay to avoid misoperation due to button oxidation.
Rule 5: Emergency protection against extreme weather
Scenario-based maintenance plan:

Strong wind warning: After receiving a strong wind alarm, immediately retract the awning and enable the motor "anti-wind lock" mode (some models require manual tightening of the brake bolt).
Snowy weather: Spray antifreeze (such as WD-40 Specialist Anti-ICE) on the track before snowfall to prevent ice from hindering the operation of the motor.
High temperature exposure: In summer, an aluminum alloy sunshade is installed on the motor to control the working temperature within the safe range of -20℃~60℃.
Rule 6: Professional in-depth maintenance
Irreplaceable annual service:
Even if daily maintenance is in place, it is still recommended to contact the authorized service provider every 2 years to complete:

Torque calibration: Use a digital torque meter to adjust the motor output power to match the current tarpaulin weight (the weight of the aged tarpaulin may increase by 15% after absorbing moisture).
Circuit board detection: Use a thermal imager to check the aging or poor soldering risks of components such as control board capacitors and relays.
Waterproof reinforcement: Refill the motor shaft seal waterproof silicone (Dow Corning 732) to ensure the effectiveness of the IP54 protection level.
Engineers’ special reminder

Taboo operation: Do not use a high-pressure water gun to directly flush the motor. Water infiltration may cause short circuit and burnout.
Load management: It is forbidden to hang heavy objects (such as flower pots and lamps) on the awning. Overloading will greatly shorten the life of the motor.
Data recording: Establish a maintenance log to record each maintenance time, consumable model and abnormal status for easy fault tracing.