Stop struggling to reach your awning strap or crank socket from ground level. The Carefree of Colorado R001546-RP telescoping hand crank gives you a full 72 inches of reach when extended, then collapses down to a compact 45 inches for stowage in your RV basement, storage tube, or cargo bay. Designed for use with most manual crank RV awnings, it is the straightforward replacement or spare crank pole that every manual-awning owner should carry.
Manual RV awnings require a crank pole every time you deploy or stow them. A pole that is too short forces awkward angles; a pole that does not telescope is hard to store. The R001546-RP solves both problems with a two-section aluminum-style telescoping design and a positive lock so it stays at your chosen length while you work.
The ergonomic handle at the top provides a comfortable grip for the rotational motion needed to engage the awning roller tube crank socket. The tapered tip at the working end is sized to fit standard Carefree awning crank sockets, and it is broadly compatible with other major manual awning brands that use the same socket standard.
Extends to 72 inches so you can engage the awning crank socket from a comfortable standing position without overstretching.
Collapses to 45 inches for easy storage in an RV basement compartment, awning bag, or cargo tube.
Contoured top handle reduces hand fatigue during repeated cranking for deployment and retraction of the awning fabric.
At only 2 pounds, the pole adds minimal weight to your RV gear kit and is easy to handle overhead or at arm's length.
This is the correct replacement or backup crank for owners of Carefree of Colorado manual awnings including the Carefree Spirit, Carefree Fiesta, and similar roll-up manual models. It is also broadly compatible with other manual RV awnings that use a standard crank-socket engagement tip, making it a practical universal spare for mixed-brand rigs.
Full-timers and frequent campers who deploy their awning daily will appreciate having a dedicated spare on hand. Weekend warriors who have misplaced their original crank -- or whose original broke at the tip -- will find this a direct, no-modification replacement.
At 45 inches collapsed, the R001546-RP fits neatly in most RV basement compartments laid flat, or can be slipped into a dedicated awning accessory bag. Many owners store it alongside their awning tie-down straps and de-flapper clips so all awning gear is in one place.