Eureka Tent - Manual (Page 2)

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REV. A 11.06
SEAM SEALING:
We recommend use of a sealer such as Kenyon Seam Sealer 3 or
McNett Outdoor SeamGrip ® .
• Work in a fully ventilated area.
• Set the tent up or lay the tent out flat. Taut seams allow for even
application and penetration of the sealer.
• Decide which seams need to be sealed. Seams that will be exposed
to rain, runoff, or ground level water are a must for sealing, seams
on uncoated nylon or mesh panels don’t need treatment. There is
no need to seal the seams in the roof or the factory taped seams.
We recommend sealing both floor and fly seams and
reinforcements.
• Apply sealant to the inside and outside of all exposed seams.
Several thin layers will work better than one thick layer. Read and
follow manufacture’s instructions.
STAKING:
All tents need to be staked down to keep them from blowing away.
Placing heavy objects inside is just not adequate.
• Once the tent body is erected, stake it out before the fly is put on.
This enables you to square the tent up to ensure that the fly goes on
properly and that the seams align with the frame. Pull the base of
the tent taut between each web stake out loop or ring & pin. Make
sure that all corners are square. It is important that you don’t stake
the tent out too tightly. You will know it’s too tight, if the door
zippers can not be easily operated. Drive stakes through the web
loops, or with ring & pin, drive the stake just outside the ring so that
the “J” hook catches it. Tie a piece of cord or web into a loop
through the ring to be used as a large stake loop if needed.
• With the tent properly staked, drape the fly over the frame, attach its
tent connection points and stake down any pull outs.
• Do not attempt to remove the stakes by pulling on the tent becket
loop, as this could cause the fabric to tear. The best way is to pry
on the stake itself.
Staking in special conditions:
• Sand. Use long, broad stakes with plenty of surface area.
• Hard, Rocky, or Frozen Soil. Steel stakes work best. Store steel
stakes separately. Their sharp edges can cut fabric and leave rust
stains, which might damage your tent.
• Snow. Use “dead man” anchors. Tie the tent to buried objects
(branches, tent bags, or stuff sacks filled with snow); or tie tents to
snow shoes, skis, or ski poles, which are stuck in the snow.
GUY LINES:
Do not depend on staking alone to keep your tent secure in high wind.
Done correctly, the addition of guy lines can save your tent in
exceptional weather.
• Make sure that each hook and loop fastener on the underside of the
fly is securely wrapped around the tent frame.
• Attach the guy rope, found in the stake bag, to each guy out loop on
the fly.
• Stake all guy lines 6’ out from the edge of the tent. The optimal
angle from the ground to the guy line is 45 °. See fig a. In high wind,
additional guy lines should be used. On the N!ergy 9 and 1210 add
a secondary guy line off of each guy out point. See fig b.
• On the N!ergy 1310, guy ropes are pre-attached & stored in pockets
at each guy out location. In high wind, attach a secondary line at
each guy out point on the fly and half way down the tan mid-poles.
See fig c.
CONDENSATION & VENTING:
Through perspiration and breathing, an adult gives off about a pint of water
overnight. If it cannot escape, the water vapor condenses to liquid. Most
often, water found in the tent is a result of this condensation rather than
from the tent leaking. Condensation often forms where the sleeping bag
touches the side of the tent, under the sleeping pad, or on coated surfaces
such as the door flaps. A tent’s double wall construction allows the vapor to
escape through the roof to the outside, keeping the inside of the tent dry.
Leave the windows partially open at night to provide cross ventilation and
further reduce condensation. Cross ventilation becomes more important in
very humid or extremely cold conditions when the permeable roof is less
effective. The features that enhance ventilation are windows, short-sheeted
flys (bottom venting), roof vents, and High/Low venting doors. These are
specific to each tent model.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT:
Ultraviolet light damage to tent fabric is caused by excessive exposure to
sunlight. While our fabrics are UV resistant, any synthetic fabric is
susceptible to UV degradation. UV damage will cause nylon and polyester to
become brittle and tear easily. We recommend that you use the rain fly even
on clear days. It acts as a sunscreen to the tent. A rain fly is both easier and
less expensive to replace if damaged. UV damage can be minimized by
erecting tents on shaded sites with low exposure to direct sunlight.
GENERAL POLE CARE:
• Never let tent poles snap together as this can damage the pole end.
• Do not drop tent or pole bags on their ends and do not bounce a tent bag on
its end to get the tent out. These actions may cut the shock cord and
damage the pole ends.
• The aluminum frame may bend slightly and take a “set” through usage; this
normally does not affect the performance of the frame.
GENERAL TENT CARE:
• Sweep the tent floor daily to prevent damage from stones.
• Try not to wear shoes inside your tent.
• Use a ground cloth whenever possible.
• Do not keep food inside a tent. Hungry critters will chew through tent fabric
in search of food.
STORAGE:
• Make sure the tent is completely dry, then store loosely rolled, in a dry, cool
place. To prevent dust from collecting on the tent, cover it with a cloth. This
allows the nylon/polyester fabric to breathe.
• Ideally, the tent poles should be stored in their fully assembled state. This
reduces the tension on the shock cord, prolonging its life.
• The tent bag should be used only as a carry sack and not for storage.
COLOR TRANSFER:
• Do to the nature of tent fabrics, color can transfer from darker to lighter
fabrics when the two fabrics are in contact over time when wet, damp or
exposed to the combination of moisture and high heat. This does not effect
the tent’s performance. To prevent / minimize color transfer, always make
sure your tent is completely dry prior to packing and storage.
CLEANING:
• Clean the tent by setting it up and wiping it down with a mild soap (liquid
hand soap) and lukewarm water solution. Rinse thoroughly and dry
completely. Never use detergent, washing machines or dryers because they
can damage the tent’s protective coating and seams. After cleaning, be sure
the tent is completely dry, especially the heavier, double-stitched areas such
as the seams, before storing or mold / mildew are likely to grow.
• Clean the tent poles with a cloth and lubricate them with silicone spray. This
is especially necessary after oceanside camping to remove salt spray so the
poles don’t corrode or stay gritty.
• Clean the zippers with a quick dip in water and then dry them off. This is
especially important if you’ve been camping in a location with sand/dirt. If
you don’t clean the zippers, the sliders will wear out and eventually the teeth
will become inoperable.
ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS:
DO NOT misuse, modify or alter this product in any way from its condition at
the time of sale. Alteration, modification or any use of this product contrary
to the accompanying written instructions shall void the warranty. Moreover,
any misuse, alteration or modification of the product shall absolve Johnson
Outdoors Inc of any liability for property damages or injuries sustained as a
result of such misuse, modification or alteration.
LIMITED WARRANTY:
What Is Covered: Eureka! warrants to the original purchaser that its products
are free from defects in material and workmanship, for the life of the product,
except as qualified below. The life of the product is determined from the date of
purchase until such time as the product is no longer serviceable due to normal
wear and tear.
What Is Not Covered: Eureka! shall not be responsible for the natural breakdown
of materials that occurs inevitably with extended use (e.g., Ultra Violet (UV) light
damage on tents, exhausted zippers), or defects caused by accident, abuse,
alteration, animal attack, storm damage, misuse or improper care.
THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES BEYOND THE TERMS OF THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL EUREKA! BE LIABLE FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
What Eureka! Will Do: If after inspection we find that a product failed due to a
manufacturing or material defect, we will repair or replace the product, at our
option, without charge.
How to Obtain Warranty Service: Return the product, freight prepaid, to the
Eureka! Dealer from whom it was purchased; or, contact Eureka’s Customer
Satisfaction Department for return authorization: toll free 1-800-572-8822
Collect shipments or shipments without return authorization cannot be accepted.
The product registration card packaged with our product need not be returned for
the warranty to be effective and for you to receive warranty service.
Repairs: If your Eureka! product needs service or repair due to normal wear and
tear, animal attack, accident or some other reason that is not covered under the
warranty we will provide the necessary service for a reasonable charge, plus
shipping and handling. We require that products accepted for any repair be
properly cleaned according to our recommended care instructions. Please send
your product or component that requires repair (e.g., tent fly), postage prepaid,
along with a description of what needs attention. For service and repairs, please
contact our Customer Satisfaction Department: toll free 1-800-572-8822
How State Law Relates To This Warranty: This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM THIS TENT
FABRIC. This tent meets the flammability requirements of CPAI-
84. The fabric may burn if left in continuous contact with any
flame source. The application of any foreign substance to the
tent fabric may render the flame-resistant properties ineffective.
DO NOT operate any device which burns fuel inside your tent. Combustion
consumes oxygen and can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide, which
could lead to serious injury or death.
Your failure to follow these warnings could cause death,
serious injury or permanent disability to you or others.
DO NOT allow an extension cord or any electrical device to come into contact with
water or condensation inside the tent.
DO NOT use an extension cord if it is worn or damaged.
DO use only extension cords that are marked for OUTDOOR USE.
DO connect extension cord only to a 120Volt GFCI protected outlet with proper
ground. If GFCI outlet is not available, use an extension cord with GFCI protection
built in.
DO make sure the part of the extension cord that is outside the tent is lower than
the power port so that rain will not follow the cord into the tent.
DO follow all warnings, instructions, and safety precautions from the manufacturer
of the extension cord.
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the
cord when disconnecting the E! Power Pak from an extension cord.
Your failure to follow these warnings could cause death, serious injury or
permanent disability to you or others. It is always recommended to have
someone nearby to assist in case of an emergency.
SAFETY INFORMATION: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Save these instructions. This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions applicable to the safe and efficient use of the E! Power Pak DC power
source and your Eureka! E! Power shelter with 12v outlets.
Failure to use the power pack in any way other than originally intended by Johnson
Outdoors will void the warranty and may damage the unit or result in injury.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Johnson Outdoors may result in
risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons, or property damage.
The E! Power Pak is not intended for use by children at any time.
DO NOT insert any foreign objects into the 12v outlet on the E! Power Pak, or the
12v outlets in the shelter.
DO NOT expose the E! Power Pak or 12v outlets in the shelter to water, rain, snow
or spray.
DO NOT connect any device with a neutral conductor (via an AC inverter) to the E!
Power Pak or the 12v outlets.
DO NOT use the E! Power Pak if it is damaged. Use care not to drop the unit. A drop
or fall can damage the unit even though no visible damage may be apparent.
DO NOT expose the E! Power Pak to temperatures over 104 °F/40°C. Always store
the E! Power Pak in a dry environment. Ideal storage temperature is 70 °F/21° C.
DO NOT permit the battery in the E! Power Pak to freeze. Never attempt to recharge
a frozen battery.
DO NOT disassemble the E! Power Pak. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire.
If your E! Power Pak requires service, call Schumacher Electric at 1-800-621-5485.
The use of the Power Port with an extension cord
running in to the tent could result in electrocution
or electric shock, or fire or explosion hazards. For
these reasons, when using the Power Port:
electrocution or electric shock hazard
fig.a
fig.b
fig.c