Airchamber USA Airchamber User guide

Since 1995
ASSEMBLY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
AIRCHAMBERUSA.COM
Designed in Great Britain
READ ME!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASSEMBLY AND CARE
OF YOUR AIRCHAMBER!
Read instruction manual before assembly. These instructions
and a video can be found on airchamberusa.com

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The AIRCHAMBER was developed, taking into consideration what is required in order to take the best care of your
vehicle without having the traditional hassle and risks associated with other storage concepts. The AIRCHAMBER
works around these very important principles:
• QUICK AND EASY ENTRY AND EXIT
• EASE OF USE
• LOW RUNNING COSTS
• MULTI-FACETED EFFECTIVE PROTECTION
The AIRCHAMBER has been designed as a freestanding
and lightweight structure. The structure consists of
only the cover and a rigid frame that is secured to the
inside of the cover. This integral design means that the
assembled unit is extremely strong yet also exible, light
weight and easily maneuverable.
There are three access points on the AIRCHAMBER.
The main entrance is situated at the opposite end of
the chamber to the fans. There are two other doors, one
centrally located on each side of the chamber. All doors
are opened by way of two vertical zippers at either side
of the opening and a velcro tab which runs horizontally
across the full width of the bottom of the opening.
The doors are opened by pulling the two zippers in an
upward direction and peeling the velcro tab away from
the base. Both the zippers and the velcro tab have been
designed to allow a regulated amount of air to escape
from the AIRCHAMBER when inated (see AIR FLOW
principles section) .
The small zipper located centrally at the top of the
main entrance can be opened to increase air ow and
exchange the air inside more quickly. This is to aid in
drying a wet car, cooling a hot car or when maximum
airow is preferable.
The AIRCHAMBER uses electrostatic lters to ensure
that your vehicle remains in pristine condition. The
electrostatic trap lters are of the‘sock’ type and t onto
the fan capsule. A static charge runs through the nylon
lters when the fans are in motion increasing the ltering
eciency and removing even the smallest particulate
matter from the air being drawn into the AIRCHAMBER.
Congratulations on choosing AIRCHAMBER to protect your investment. With proper care and maintenance,
your AIRCHAMBER will provide many years of worry-free protection while showing o your vehicle in the
best way possible.
Small zipper located at the top
of the main door.

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AIRFLOW Principles
How does the AIRCHAMBER work? Air ow is the key.
It is a common misconception that humidity is the cause of one of the problems associated with storing a vehicle.
This is not the case. Humidity is the moisture content in the air and moisture is always present in the air. Relative
humidity changes constantly and varies with the seasons, the weather and geographic location. There is no perfect
balance. Too little humidity and materials in your car such as leather, wood, plastics, rubber and carpet will dry out,
crack, crumble and shrink. Too much humidity with a rapid temperature change will cause condensation which is
the enemy of all vehicles. Condensation occurs with rapid changes in temperature or when something hot meets
something cold, much like breathing on to a cold pane of glass. The dew point is the temperature to which air
must be cooled in order to become saturated with water vapor. When cooled further, the airborne water vapor will
condense to form liquid water. If air cools to its dew point through contact with a surface colder than the air, then
water will condense on that surface.
A car has large panels of metal and glass which are ideal places for condensation to occur and most cars will start to
rot from the inside out. This is because when the condensation occurs on the metal it usually occurs on both sides,
but obviously, the outside is what we polish and wax and is open to the air. The other side is hidden and sheltered
but susceptible to condensation - the inside of the doors, under the carpets, behind the rear seats, in the trunk etc.
This is why we usually don’t recognize the problem of rust until it is too late. Cars are designed to be driven, not to
stand in garages for a prolonged time. The doors and other cavities receive an adequate throughput of moving air
when the car is driven but not when it is motionless. The AIR FLOW principle centers around this point. Instead of
the car moving through air, the AIRCHAMBER moves ltered air (up to ve thousand cubic feet per hour) around
the car. The moving air will assist with quickly drying the vehicle through evaporation.
Butwhatabouttheissueofcondensation?Iftheexchangeofair iscontrolledbygivingthevehicleitsownenvironment,
then we can also control against rapid temperature changes around the vehicle. Inside the AIRCHAMBER, there
are up to three complete air exchanges every hour, or up to one every twenty minutes depending on the amount
of venting that has been set. If there is a rapid change in air temperature outside, then it will take twenty minutes
or more to change inside. This is not a rapid change and therefore condensation does not occur or is at worst,
minimized.
The AIR FLOW principle achieves two objectives: rstly, it assists in the prevention of condensation and secondly it
has the ability to dry your car and keep it dry.

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1 x AIRCHAMBER in storage bag.
(The AIRCHAMBER comes complete with pre-assembled
fans, lters, capsule and wiring loom)
1x Pole Bag with three bundles. (Includes 8 adjusters with
short poles). Pole connectors are color coded.
Base: Gray Upright: Gold Roof: Silver
4x Metal corner Joints with 110° angles
for the roof section. *
4x Plastic side joints with 110° angles
for the roof section. *
1x Transformer. (This may be located
inside a pocket in the storage bag)
4x Metal corner Joints with 90° angles
for the base section.
4 x Plastic T Joints with 90° angles
for the base section. *
Plastic side joints with 135° angles for
the middle roof sections (L, XL and MT
models only)
Check contents in shipping carton:
* Note: L and XL models will additionally include: 4 base poles, 4 upright poles, 4 roof poles, 2 cross brace
poles, 4 roof joints, and 4 base joints. L, XL and MT models use 135° angled side joints for the roof section
(see diagram on page 7).

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STEP 1:
Remove the AIRCHAMBER from the bag. Unroll it so that
the fans are at the opposite end from the garage door.
Make sure that you leave room for the exiting doors on
the left or right hand side.
Remove the protective shipping foam from the inside
of both fan capsules. The foam is on the inside of the
AIRCHAMBER and can be easily shaken free from the
outside.
Plug in the transformer to a wall outlet and connect to
either one of the fans. Both fans will run.
TIP ! Remove the fan lters as this will speed up the
ination process. VERY IMPORTANT! Do not place any
objects in or near the exposed fan blades or the fans
may become damaged. Avoid direct contact with the
exposed fans when they are powered. Injury may occur!
STEP 2:
Allow the AIRCHAMBER to inate at least halfway
TIP ! It may be necessary to hold the fans vertically to
aid initial ination. VERY IMPORTANT! Do not place any
objects in or near the exposed fan blades or the fans
may become damaged. Avoid direct contact with the
exposed fans when they are powered. Injury may occur!
Once inated or at least halfway inated, place the
bundles of poles and all the hardware inside through one
of the side openings, then enter the AIRCHAMBER. Zip
the opening back up behind you as quickly as possible
to avoid the AIRCHAMBER deating.
NOTE: Be aware before assembling the frame, that the
poles will be in tension once the frame is fully connected.
The nal connections for each step will require some
stretching or mild bending. This is normal and will
not harm the AIRCHAMBER if the following steps are
adhered to.
The base and roof section poles have been equipped
with “Length Adjusters” at the 8 corners. The Length
Adjusters will enable you to lengthen or shorten the
overall pole length, to suit the contraction/expansion
of the plastic sheet materials due to changes in
temperature. Just unscrew the Length Adjuster at one
end and the respective pole can be moved in or out for
length adjustment. Once assembled it is unlikely that
this will be necessary again.
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2.
Location of Length Adjusters
Assembly
NOTE: Assembly can be done with one person, but it can be easier, faster, and more enjoyable with two.
Read the following carefully prior to beginning to ensure correct assembly.

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STEP 3:
Start with the base. GREY CONNECTORS
The lengthwise poles are two piece, whereas the
widthwise poles are three piece.
TIP ! It makes assembly quicker and easier if the poles
and connectors are laid out in position beforehand.
Remember! All base corner joint angles are 90°
Thread the poles with GREY connectors through the
sleeves attached strategically around the perimeter. It
will be necessary to dismantle the poles and stretch the
connecting elastic string to achieve this.
The sleeve at the base of each door is velcro .
Look at the diagram on Page 7 to see the position of the
plastic T joints along the length of the AIRCHAMBER
base as some models have more vertical poles than
others.
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STEP 4:
Now do the roof. SILVER CONNECTORS
The lengthwise poles each are two piece, whereas the
widthwise poles are three piece. As before, thread the
poles with SILVER connectors through the sleeves
provided. Again, start with the lengths.
Note: The connection of the poles which make up one
full length, is located in the center of the door on each
side and is inside one of the sleeves.
There are velcro loops above each side entrance zipper.
The four-angled joints go here with the 110° angle
pointing across the width of the roof.
Note: Remember - The length adjusters go closest to
the corner joints!
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When joining the poles, leave one of the length adjuster sections disconnected adjacent to the corner to prevent
accidentally puncturing the PVC during assembly. When you are ready to insert the pole into the corner piece,
connect the length adjuster section and carefully make the connection with the corner joint.
The metal corner joints for the roof section are dierent from those on the base and one of the three corner sockets
has a 110° angle. This angle points across the width of the AIRCHAMBER to give a slight arch to the roof shape. Take
care to ensure these joints are correctly oriented.
Install the widthwise roof section cross brace poles .
Note: The length adjusters go closest to the corner joints! When joining the poles, leave one of the length adjuster
sections disconnected adjacent to the corner to prevent accidentally puncturing the PVC during assembly. When
you are ready to insert the pole into the corner piece, connect the length adjuster section and carefully make the
connection with the corner joint.
TIP ! A small drop of diluted mild dish washing soap in the joint sockets will aid assembly. Do NOT use petroleum
based or other lubricants on the joints as this may adversely aect the joints and/or poles. Secure the lengthwise
poles to the corner pieces rst, then secure the width poles.
Note: The main entrance base pole goes under the velcro ap on the base mat. Don’t worry! It is easier to wait until
the frame is fully assembled before doing this step (see step 6).

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5.STEP 5
Lastly connect the upright poles. GOLD CONNECTORS
Make sure as before, to thread the poles through the
sleeves being careful not to puncture the PVC! Leave one
section of the pole loose at the top and only connect it
when you are ready to install into the socket.
Secure the top of the upright pole to the roof joint rst,
then lift the bottom of the pole into the base joint. This
makes it much easier.
Note: For L & XL models, additional upright poles, roof
supports and joints are supplied:
• A2 (T joints)
• B2 (centre roof joints)
• C1 (upright poles)
• C2 (centre roof poles)
STEP 6
Once assembled and all the poles are tted, open all
the doors by pulling the zippers upwards and carefully
peeling the velcro from each opening base.
Now is the time to carefully open the velcro ap at the
main entrance to cover the base pole.
Turn o the power to the fans and ret the two lters.
Do not turn the power back on until the lters are fully
tted to avoid the possibility of injury or damage to the
fan blades.
Well done! You are now ready to drive your car into its
new home!
IMPORTANT! We recommend driving the car in
forwards. If your space is such that reversing in is
preferable, be sure that the hot exhaust pipes do not
come into contact with the rear PVC wall as damage to
the AIRCHAMBER may occur.
After exiting, close the zips on the openings carefully,
making sure that you do not catch the aps in the
zippers.
Seal all three velcro strips at the base of the openings.
A2
C1
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Now! Grab your neighbor and a cold drink. Stand back and
enjoy your car in its new display!
The wrinkles in the PVC caused by packaging will smooth out over time. The internal pressure from the fans and
warmer ambient temperatures will help. Do not attempt to use a heat gun to “iron out” the wrinkles!
Maintenance
Like any equipment, care and routine maintenance are recommended to keep your AIRCHAMBER operating as it
was intended. These few easy-to-do steps will ensure many years of reliable operation and help to keep your car in
pristine condition.
We advise that these steps be carried out every 3-4 months. Your storage conditions and the frequency with which
you drive the car or motorcycle will dictate whether they need to be carried out more often.
1. With the power turned o, remove and clean the electrostatic lters in warm soapy water to remove any
accumulation of debris and dirt. Rinse in clean water. Allow to dry fully before reinstalling as excess moisture can
reduce the life of the fans over time.
2. Carefully lubricate the zippers. Furniture polish containing beeswax is ideal. An aerosol can is easiest.
3. Clean any uids that have dripped onto the base mat and sweep out any leaves and debris. Carefully check for
small stones or gravel as these can wear or even puncture the base mat.
4. With the exception of when cleaning the lters, leave the fans on all the time…even when out driving! They are
designed for continual use and frequent turning o and on actually shortens their life.
5. The outside of the AIRCHAMBER can be wiped down with a clean microber cloth damped with clean warm
water if needed. It can be dried with a clean damp chamois or clean dry microber cloth. It is best to do this while
the fans are turned o and the lters are drying.
Note: Your AIRCHAMBER is tted with external metal ‘D’ rings at each top corner. Although not typically
necessary, these loops may be used to tether the corners to xed points in your storage space if desired. It is
important that elasticated tethers of the bungee cord type (not included) are used which oer some “give”.
Make sure that they are not too tight as this may result in tearing where the loops are located. Attention
should be drawn to the positioning of the tethers and their possible hinderance to walk through areas.
Location of “D” rings

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When the frame is erected you can now open all entrances.
Have a breather, you deserve one.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Carefully peel the velcro from the bottom of each door
and re-seal when the vehicle is in the AIRCHAMBER.
You will now have noticed a small zipper on the entry
exit door. This is to be opened when the vehicle has
been driven into your AIRCHAMBER wet. It allows the
collected moisture from the air circulation to escape by
a venting process, when your vehicle is dry close the
zipper.
Prior to purchasing your AIRCHAMBER if your vehicle
has been stored in damp conditions we recommend this
zipper is opened and the vehicles windows are slightly
lowered for 48 hours.
IMPORTANT READ BEFORE USE
• Make sure you thread ALL the poles through ALL the sleeves.
• Be careful not to puncture the roof while erecting the AIRCHAMBER.
• Ensure you leave enough room to enter and exit the chamber.
• Do not mix up the poles as the top has dierent dimensions to the base
• Never turn the wheels of the vehicle while stationary inside the AIRCHAMBER. This may result in the tearing of
the base material and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
• If you reverse the vehicle into the AIRCHAMBER, do so very carefully as hot exhaust pipes can melt the PVC
fabric and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
• Do not rest other items on the AIRCHAMBER.
• Do not use outside.
• If your AIRCHAMBER is used in a garage where there is a washing machine and/or dryer in use, the high
humidity may cause temporary “fogging” where the unit cannot handle the excessive moisture as it’s contained
in a conned space.
• Make sure that the garage is well ventilated.
• Warranty is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and covers proven manufacturing faults. Warranty will
become invalid if the above points are not adhered to.
• If you have any diculty in assembling the AIRCHAMBER please contact your local dealer.

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WARNINGS
Warranty
AIRCHAMBER carries a 12 month limited manufacturers warranty.
For details go to https://airchamberusa.com/warranty/
IF YOU NEED TO DISPOSE OF YOUR AIRCHAMBER OR IF YOUR AIRCHAMBER BECOMES DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR, PLEASE DISPOSE OF
IT IN A SAFE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE MANNER!
SUFFOCATION WARNING!
SUFFOCATION RESULTING IN DEATH CAN OCCUR! DO NOT STAY INSIDE THE AIRCHAMBER IF IT HAS
NOT BEEN INFLATED, SUPPORT FRAMEWORK HAS BEEN ERECTED AND IS CORRECTLY IN ITS PLACE
OR IF THE FANS HAVE STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIRCHAMBER IS WITHOUT ITS FRAMEWORK
ASSEMBLED AS PER THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR THE
CORRECT DETAILS ON HOW TO ERECT YOUR AIRCHAMBER CORRECTLY AND SAFELY.
NO WATER!
DO NOT ALLOW THE AIRCHAMBER TO GET WET. WHEN WORKING ON THE ELECTRIC FANS OR THE
TRANSFORMER, ALWAYS REMEBER TO DISCONNECT / UNPLUG FROM THE MAINS POWER SOURCE.
ELECTROCUTION RESULTING IN DEATH CAN OCCUR IF THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS COME INTO
CONTACT WITH WATER OR LIQUIDS.
NO IDLING!
SWITCH OFF YOUR VEHICLE'S ENGINE WHILST THE VEHICLE IS IN THE AIRCHAMBER TO PREVENT THE
BUILDUP OF DANGEROUS AND POISONOUS GASSES SUCH AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO CARBON
MONOXIDE. SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH CAN RESULT FROM PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO, OR THE
INHALATION OF SAID GASSES.
NO CLEANING SOLVENTS!
THE AIRCHAMBER USES THE FINEST OF MATERIALS AND FABRICS WITHIN THE INDUSTRY. IN ORDER
TO MAINTAIN AND PROLONG THE LIFETIME OF YOUR AIRCHAMBER, DO NOT USE ANY DETERGENTS
OR ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS TO CLEAN THE AIRCHAMBER. USE ONLY A DRY CLOTH OR DAMP
CLOTH TO CLEAN THE SURFACES.
KEEP OUT OF DIRECT SUNLIGHT,
INDOOR USE ONLY!
THE AIRCHAMBER SHOULD NOT BE PLACED IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT AND IS NOT FOR OUTDOOR USE.
NO HEELS!
THE BASE FLOOR MATERIAL OF YOUR AIRCHAMBER IS MADE OF A DURABLE FABRIC, BUT MAYBE
SUBJECT TO PUNCTURE UPON THE USE OF SHARP OR POINTED OBJECTS WHEN CONTACT IS
MADE. THEREFORE, IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO WEAR HIGH HEELS INSIDE THE AIRCHAMBER
NOR STORE OR USE SHARP OBJECTS INSIDE, DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO OR IN CONTACT WITH THE
AIRCHAMBER. CUTS OR HOLES IN THE MATERIAL WILL VOID THE MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY.
NO FLAMMABLE MATERIALS!
NO FUEL STORAGE INSIDE THE AIRCHAMBER. DO NOT STORE FUEL OR ANY INFLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS OR GASES INSIDE OR NEAR TO THE AIRCHAMBER EXCEPT THAT FUEL WHICH IS
CONTAINED WITHIN THE SEALED FUEL TANK AND FUEL SYSTEM.
NO NAKED FLAMES!
DO NOT SMOKE OR HAVE ANY NAKED FLAMES INSIDE OR NEAR TO THE AIRCHAMBER.
NO ROOF STORAGE!
THE PURPOSE OF THE AIRCHAMBER IS TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE AND OTHER PERSONAL ITEMS.
THE ROOF OR THE FRAMEWORK IS NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY TYPE OF STORAGE. THE FRAME
SHOULD NOT HAVE ANYTHING SUSPENDED FROM IT. THIS MAY RESULT IN THE COLLAPSING OF
THE AIRCHAMBER AND DAMAGE TO YOUR PROPERTY AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.
NO HOT EXHAUST!
DO NOT ALLOW HOT EXHAUST TIPS TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE AIRCHAMBER AS
MELTING OF THE AIRCHAMBER’S CLEAR MATERIAL MAY OCCUR. THIS WILL VOID THE
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY.