Carefree Of Colorado Freedom III Awning11' Bordeaux The Freedom III„¢ is available as a manually operated awning or with a 12 volt motor for push-button convenience! Watch the Freedom III„¢ open and unfold as you turn the hand crank or push a button (12 volt models only). Awning arms fold out of the lead bar once it's at eye level and within easy reach. Arms adjust easily with flip lock levers. To close, just crank in the opposite direction €“ or simply push a button on the motorized awning; the awning case locks shut automatically.