I had the manual and it was fine for me. I had to run out a few times in the middle of the night to roll it up for strong storms and once or twice I just about got it rolled up in time, my neighbor came out to do his as well but I guess I was a little quicker and just got mine done and his ripped off and flew over the top. Now I have an electric awning and just roll it in ever night before going in. I also installed the led strip light under it so its simple and I do sleep better knowing it wont rip off if a storm comes through and I dont get to it in time.