Eureka Pine Lodge - Manual (Page 2)

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. For example, seams that will be
exposed to rain, runoff, or ground level water are a must for sealing, while
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. Securing
the tent by placing heavy objects inside is just not adequate.
• 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.
• 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 in loose soil.
• 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 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 upon staking alone to keep your tent secure during high
winds. It’s important to put in the extra time guying out your tent.
Correctly done, it can save your tent during exceptional weather.
The Pine Lodge has four triangular wind pull-outs positioned on the tent
body at the corner eave. There are four (4) 81" guy lines packed in the
stake bag. Attach the guy lines to the pull-out loops and stake them 6'
from the edge of the tent. The optimal angle from the ground to the
guyline is 45˚. See fig a.
• In high winds add a second guy line to the pull-out and stake each guy
line at 90˚ angles. Also, add a guy line from each mid-pole and stake it
6' from the tent at 45˚. See fig b.
See illustrations below:
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. [Specific to each model. ]
Given the importance of proper ventilation, We use High/Low venting in
most of our tents. This allows cooler air in through the low vents and
warmer, moist air up and out through the high vents. High/Low venting
is accomplished within the inner tent via roof vents, doors and windows.
It is important to vent the vestibule. Unvented, it can inhibit airflow into the
tent. Our tent vestibules profit from the ability to “short sheet” by means of
zippers & toggles and staked vestibule pull outs create a bellowing effect.
Most of our tents are equipped with a High/Low venting door. This design
allows increased airflow into the tent from the bottom. Open the low
vent/window to admit cool air, allowing the warmer air out through the
high roof vents. When rain and wind prevent the low vent from being
opened, the high door vent can still be used. Fly overhangs or vestibules
protect it.
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 ocean side 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 Gear LLC of any liability for property damages or injuries sustained
as a result of such misuse, modification or alteration.
LIMITED WARRANTY:
What Is Covered: Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC warrants to the original
purchaser that its Pine Lodge tents 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: Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC 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 JOHNSON OUTDOORS GEAR LLC
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 Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC 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
Dealer from whom it was purchased; or, contact our 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 Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC 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.
We support the "Leave No Trace" Seven Principles
1. PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE
2. TRAVEL & CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES
3. DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY
4. LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND
5. MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS
6. RESPECT WILDLIFE
7. BE COURTEOUS OF OTHER VISITORS
Rev.D FEB.09
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fig b
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Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC
DO 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.
The use of the Power Port to run an extension cord
into the tent could result in electrocution or electric
shock, or fire or explosion hazards. For these
reasons, when using the Power Port:
ELECTROCUTION / ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT allow extension cord or any electrical device to come
into contact with water or condensation inside the tent.
DO NOT use 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.
DO store extension cord separately from tent.