{"product_id":"dometic-8500-manual-patio-awning-15ft-onyx","title":"Dometic 8500 Manual Patio Awning, 15 ft, Onyx Black","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Dometic 8500 is a manual patio awning that throws 15 feet of shade over your campsite with a generous 8-foot extension. Onyx black vinyl fabric, black castings, and a black weathershield for travel. No motor to fail, you just crank it out by hand. Mounting hardware is sold separately so you can match it to your rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dometic 8500 is a manual patio awning built to throw real shade over your campsite. It runs 15 feet along the side of your RV and pulls out to an 8-foot extension, so you get a wide, deep patch of shade for chairs, a grill, the dog, and everybody who wandered over from the next site. No motor, no wiring, no fuse to blow. You crank it out by hand, set the arms, and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Onyx version, which means a black-toned vinyl fabric that pairs with the black castings and black weathershield for a clean, blacked-out look down the side of the coach. Vinyl is the workhorse fabric for patio awnings. It sheds water instead of soaking it up, wipes clean when the pollen and road film build up, and holds its color through a lot of afternoons in the sun. When it's time to roll up and hit the road, the black vinyl weathershield wraps the rolled fabric and protects it from highway grit and UV while you travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFifteen feet is a common rail length for mid-size travel trailers and fifth wheels, so this awning covers a lot of the rigs out there. The 8-foot extension is how far the awning reaches out from the wall, and 8 feet is generous. It's enough to shade a full seating area and still clear your head when you're standing at the edge. Manual awnings like this one are simple on purpose. Fewer moving parts means fewer things to fail at the worst possible time, and you're never stuck with an awning half-out because a motor quit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to know before you order: the mounting hardware is sold separately. This awning is the roller assembly, fabric, arms, and castings. The brackets and rail hardware that actually bolt it to your RV are a separate purchase, which lets you match the mount to your specific coach and rail setup. If you're replacing an existing Dometic manual awning, a lot of owners reuse the hardware that's already on the wall. If this is a first install, plan on sourcing the correct mounting kit for your rig at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? RVers who want dependable shade without the cost and complexity of a powered awning. If you camp in spots with spotty power, or you just don't want one more electrical system to babysit, a manual awning is the honest choice. Crank it out when you set up camp, roll it in when the wind kicks up or you're breaking camp, and it stays out of your way the rest of the time. It also weighs less and costs less than a comparable powered awning, and there's no control switch or motor housing bolted to the wall to fuss with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on wind, because it matters with any patio awning. These are shade devices, not sails. If the weather turns or a storm rolls through the campground, roll the awning in. Leaving a patio awning extended in gusty conditions is the number one way people bend an arm or tear fabric. Set it up, enjoy the shade, and put it away when the sky looks mean. Treated that way, a manual awning like the 8500 will give you a lot of good seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare is straightforward. Rinse the fabric with clean water when dust or tree sap builds up, and let it dry fully before you roll it away so you don't trap moisture against the fabric. Skip harsh solvents on the vinyl. The black castings and arms clean up with the same rinse. Do that a couple of times a season and the Onyx fabric keeps looking sharp for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual operation with no motor or wiring, so there's nothing electrical to fail and nothing to fuse-protect\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15-foot rail length fits a wide range of mid-size travel trailers and fifth wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-foot extension reaches well out from the wall for a deep, usable shade footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnyx vinyl fabric sheds water and wipes clean instead of soaking up spills and road film\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack vinyl weathershield wraps the rolled fabric to protect it from UV and highway grit during travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack cast hardware and arms give the awning a clean, blacked-out look down the side of the coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVinyl construction holds its color through long days in the sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting hardware sold separately so you can match the brackets to your specific RV and rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Dometic reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the Dometic 8500 a manual or electric awning?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's fully manual. You crank it out and set the arms by hand. There's no motor, no wiring, and no fuse, which means one less electrical system to worry about at the campsite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size RV does a 15-foot awning fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 15-foot measurement is the rail length along the side of your RV. It's a common size for mid-size travel trailers and fifth wheels. Measure your existing awning rail or flat wall space before ordering to be sure 15 feet fits your coach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does the 8-foot extension mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThat's how far the awning projects out from the wall of the RV when it's fully open. Eight feet is generous, enough to shade a full seating area with room to stand at the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes this awning include mounting hardware?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The mounting hardware must be purchased separately. This awning is the roller, fabric, arms, and castings. You'll need the correct brackets and rail hardware for your rig, which many owners reuse from an existing Dometic manual awning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the weathershield for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe black vinyl weathershield wraps around the rolled-up fabric while you travel. It shields the fabric from UV, road grime, and highway debris so it stays in good shape between trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat color is the Onyx fabric?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnyx is a black-toned vinyl fabric. Paired with the black castings and black weathershield, it gives the awning a clean, dark look on the side of the coach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the fabric vinyl or acrylic?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is a vinyl awning. Vinyl sheds water rather than absorbing it and wipes clean easily, which makes it simple to care for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I leave the awning out in wind or rain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRoll it in when the weather turns. A patio awning is a shade device, not built to take gusty wind. 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