Using the awning
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CAUTION! Risk of injury and material damage
Never open the zipper on the protective sleeve while an air
pole is inflated. This will result in the air pole bursting.
Before first use
Familiarize yourself with the product by carrying out a test set up before
the product is used for the first time. Check if the scope of delivery is
complete.
Choosing a campsite
Choose a flat site that is protected from wind:
1. If necessary, use a windbreak.
2. Choose a shaded site to avoid UV degradation of the fabric.
3. Avoid pitching under trees as falling branches, resin, etc. can damage
the product.
4. Clear the site of sharp stones and debris to avoid damaging the
groundsheet.
5. Set up the product with the doors facing away from the wind.
Setting up the awning
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CAUTION! Risk of injury and material damage
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Do not use any type of compressor designed to inflate
car tires.
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Only inflate the air poles into the green zone of the
pressure gauge of the supplied hand pump
(7 – 8 psi/0.48 – 0.55 bar).
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NOTICE! Material damage
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Do not open or close the zippers by force.
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If a wind-out awning is used to attach the awning,
support the wind-out awning while working to avoid
putting too much stress on it. After attaching the awn-
ing, rewind the wind-out awning fully back into its hous-
ing.
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NOTE
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The awning comes with heavy duty pegs. These will be
suitable for many sites but for some types of ground
special pegs will be needed. Ask your dealer.
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Drive the pegs at a 45° angle away from the awning into
the ground.
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Peg the guy lines in line with the seam it starts from.
Keep the following tips in mind while setting up the awning:
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The figures provide a general overview of the set-up. The actual set-up
will vary slightly based on the model of awning.
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Get help. The set-up is easier with more people.
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After standing the awning upright, check the corner pegs and re-peg
if necessary. The groundsheet on the inside should be taut and in a
rectangular shape.
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Peg the guy lines so that the awning is under tension without distorting
the shape.
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If available, attach the storm straps.
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Check the guy lines from time to time to ensure adequate tension, if
necessary use the runners to adjust.
Set up the awning as follows:
1. To protect the awning from dirt and damage, lay down a ground-
sheet or footprint before unpacking.
2. Unpack the awning.
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3. Separate and identify the different components.
4. Proceed as shown to set up the awning (fig. 2, page 3 to fig. d,
page 6).
Dismantling the awning
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NOTICE! Material damage
Do not use force when dismantling the awning. Otherwise
you might damage any material.
1. Remove any dirt on the outside.
2. Close all window blinds or remove curtains.
3. Close all doors and openings.
4. If installed, push the canopy pole out of the sleeve, do not pull.
5. Remove all lines and straps.
6. Remove all pegs between the corner pegs.
7. Open the valves on each pole.
8. Wait until most of the air has been expelled.
9. Remove the four corner pegs.
10. Fold/roll the awning towards the valves to expel more air.
11. When deflated, roll the awning to fit into the carry bag.
12. Ensure that all parts are clean before packing the into the carry bag.
13. If the awning is wet or damp, dry fully as soon as possible.
Cleaning and maintenance
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NOTICE! Material damage
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Do not use sharp or hard objects or cleaning agents for
cleaning.
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Do not use alcohol based materials, chemicals, soap
and detergents for cleaning.
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Remove bird droppings and tree resin as soon as
possible to avoid permanent damage to the material.
1. If necessary, clean the product with clean water and a soft brush.
2. Apply impregnation against water and UV radiation before each trip.
Storing the awning
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NOTE
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Fully set up th awning for cleaning.
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Choose a sunny day for cleaning to ensure the material
will dry thoroughly.
1. Clean the awning.
2. Air fully and ensure the awning is totally dry before packing away.
3. Store in a well ventilated dry place.
Troubleshooting
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NOTE
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During first exposure to water there may be some
moisture at the seams. Through this moisture the threads
will swell and fill the holes that are created in the sewing
process.
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A fully equipped spare parts kit should include:
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waterproofer
repair tape and repair solution
silicone spray for the zippers
spare pegs
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