Aztec Tents Tidewater Sailcloth Tents Configuration guide
TIDEWATER SAILCLOTH TENTS
INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS
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***IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION***
Proper personnel safety equipment should be worn at all times during the
installation of any tenting products.
Hard Hat
Safety Glasses
Work Gloves
Long Pants
Steel Toe Boots
OSHA Approved Harness and restraint system (for off
ground activities)
WARNING!
The safe installation and use of commercial tenting products can vary from site to site and during varying climactic
conditions. Careful consideration should be paid to any installation during windy conditions and shall be monitored
throughout the duration of the installation. Periodic maintenance and monitoring of the installation by the installer is
required. Techniques other than those specified in this document may be required during these types of conditions.
Users and installers shall indemnify and hold harmless AztecTent for any claim resulting from the improper installa-
tion and/or maintenance of this unit.
Soil conditions also vary from site to site.The included anchoring package for this tent may need to be supplemented
with alternate anchoring during windy conditions and in areas with questionable soil holding power. Full product
engineering may be available.
NOTICE
This tent product is not intended to be used as a shelter from severe weather. Aztec assumes no liability for such use.
An evacuation plan for the area covered within this tented space is imperative and shall be thoroughly posted for all
users and potential occupants of the tent. Severe weather including electrical storm systems, moderate to severe
wind, heavy rains, snow, or any condition that raises any doubt to the structural integrity of the tent are immediate
signs that an evacuation is necessary. Severe bodily injury and/or death can occur.
The installation of electrical, plumbing, lighting, appliances and/or HVAC equipment are not covered within this manu-
al. Users/Installers shall follow local code requirements for the installation of these items using certified personnel.
Aztec Tents shall be indemnified and held harmless from any such use or injury resulting from its use.
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Contents
Fabric Care & Warnings 4
Installation Instructions 6-7
Standard Diagrams 8-28
Squaring Diagrams 29-33
Squaring- Jig Version 34
Squaring- Tape Version 36
Parts List 38
Thank you for your recent purchase from Aztec Tents. The following procedures will help you through your installation. If
you ever run into problems with the installation of your AztecTent , please call one of our sales/service professionals. A
complete listing of sales, service, and operational support is always available on our website at www.aztectents.com.
Questions? Call us.
Aztec Tents
2665 Columbia Street
Torrance, CA 90503 USA
Direct (310) 347-3010
Toll Free (800) 228-3687
Fax (310) 381-0722
Items Required for Installation
100’ Tape Measure (1ea)
300’ Tape Measure (1ea)
Marking Paint or Marking chalk (Depending on surface)
Drop Cloth/Ground Cloth
Sledge Hammer
Squaring Jig (Optional)
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Fabric Care & Warnings
The sailcloth fabric developed for the Tidewater system requires specific attention during installation, cleaning, and stor-
age to maintain its maximum life span. Unlike conventional tent fabrics, the sailcloth used in the Tidewater system is
significantly lighter in weight and significantly more translucent than other tent fabrics. Please follow the following care
and maintenance guidelines provided for this product.
GROUND CLOTHS:The usage of ground covering material under the tent during installation and dismantle will protect
the tent fabric from soiling and from minor surface abrasions. A ground cloth can also help keep the tent top dry if the
ground surface ( i.e. dirt, grass, etc.) is wet during the installation or dismantle.
MILDEW TREATMENT: The Tidewater sailcloth fabric is pretreated with mildew inhibitors that help prevent the growth
and spreading of mildew and fungus. Although treated, proper care should be given to prevent potential growth. If you
see mildew wipe it away immediately with a clean towel and diluted soap solution. Never fold your fabric for storage if
the fabric is even slightly wet. Mold/Mildew spores in the air and on the ground will come in contact with the fabric
while installed. To grow, all the mildew needs is moisture and some source of food (often found in dirt that might be on
the tent). Your best bet is to keep your fabric clean and dry to prevent mildew growth.
FABRIC CLEANING: The best way to clean theTidewater Sailcloth Fabric is with a soft towel immersed in a diluted solu-
tion of warm water and our tent cleaning solution. A diluted and mixed solution of a tablespoon of traditional dish soap
with a gallon of warm water will also work well.The process of hand cleaning the fabric will allow you to apply only
enough diluted solution to get the fabric clean. This will help limit the amount of water placed on the fabric to expedite
drying time. Full immersion of the fabric in water is not recommended.The use of commercial front loading or top load-
ing washing machines is not recommended and will void the warranty of the fabric. These machines cause an excessive
amount of stress to the fabric and can force water into the fabric causing increased occurrences of mildew growth and
shorten the life of the fabric. As with any cleaning, the fabric should be hung to dry completely before folding and stor-
age. Cleaners that include chlorine, bleach, and/or any petroleum based solvents will degrade the fabric, discolor the
fabric and shorten its life span.
FABRIC DRYING: The best way to dry theTidewater Sailcloth Fabric is to hang-dry in a low humidity environment.
Circulating air around the surface of the hanging fabric with the use of fans will also speed the drying process and
improve drying time in more humid environments. The use of commercial drying equipment and any drying using heat
will void the warranty of the fabric. DO NOT STORE YOUR FABRIC WET. Fabric folded and stored wet will mildew.
TENSIONING: The ratchet tensioning system provided with the Tidewater tent system is the recommended method to
pull the fabric tight. This tensioning will allow you to properly pull the tent to its intended dimension while minimizing
any potential for installers to inadvertently over-tension the fabric.
SQUARING:The proper tensioning of theTidewater system is highly dependent on accurate and proper placement of the
anchoring system in relation to the tent. It is critical to accurately mark each anchor location, each leg base position, and
each centerpole base location in order to avoid over stressing the fabric, poles, and anchoring system.
ANCHORING: The safe installation and use of commercial tenting products can vary from site to site and during varying
climactic conditions. Careful consideration should be paid to any installation during windy conditions and shall be moni-
tored throughout the duration of the installation. Periodic maintenance and monitoring of the installation by the installer
is required. Techniques other than those specified in this document may be required during these types of conditions.
Soil conditions also vary from site to site.The included anchoring package for this tent may need to be supplemented
with alternate anchoring during windy conditions and in areas with questionable soil holding power.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS: The fabric for the Tidewater system shall be stored DRY in a cool, dry place in the pro-
tective vinyl storage bags included with your purchase. Other types of bags are acceptable as long as they can protect
the fabric from the environmental elements of the storage area. Poles, anchors, and anchoring tie-downs should also be
stored DRY in a cool, dry place to minimize exposure to the elements and to keep clean and in proper working condi-
tion.
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Installation-
Step 1:
Layout and mark the terminating points for the legs, center-
poles, and anchoring. Anchoring points shall be placed at a dis-
tance equal to twelve (12”) inches less than the leg height and
in line of pull that falls directly in line with the corresponding
center pole and corresponding leg.
Step 2:
Lay out a ground cloth over the area to be covered by the tent.
Unfold the tent top fabric over the ground cloth with the rein-
forcement side facing down. Stretch out the fabric and pull the
perimeter termination plates to the leg points you have marked
in step 1. Install the flag poles and flags at the peak of the tent.
Step 3:
Place the stake through the ring end of the In-Line ratchet and
drive the stake completely into the ground. Depending on your
soil conditions you might require additional staks and ratchets
to suffeciently anchor the tent. On larger models (44x and larg-
er) which are supplied with double yoke ratchets, both rings can
be attached to a single stake or separated to two different
stakes.
Step 4:
Insert the sidepoles into the perimeter plate fitting/reinforce-
ment around the perimeter of the tent top. Erect side poles and
leave just short of vertical. Apply just enough tension to keep
the pole in position
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Step 5:
Assemble and erect the center pole(s).
From underneath the tent insert the tip (pin) of the centerpole
through the ring at the peak and push the fabric toward the sky
until the centerpole is vertical and the bottom of the pole is
positioned on the mark made in Step 1.
Step 6:
Straighten the sidepoles around the tent so that they are verti-
cal and plum. Use the ratchet tensioners to pull the tent top
tight. Be careful to not over tension one side of the tent as it
will pull the opposite side out of vertical allignment.
Step 7:
Tie off the jumper ropes. Connected to each reinforcement fit-
ting at the leg pole position and peak positions is a 1/4”
Polypropylene rope that should be tied to the poles to prevent
the top from lifting off the poles during windy conditions.
Step 8:
Install any sidewall needed by clipping the top hooks of the
wall to the rope-line just under the eave of the tent.
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