Dometic X-TEND A-ROOM Manual

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X-TENDA-ROOMTM INSTALLATIONANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
REVISION:
FormNo.3309583.0155/05
(Replaces3309583.007)
(French3309584.013)
©2005DometicCorporation
LaGrange,IN 46761
INSTALLATION&OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
USA
SERVICEOFFICE
DometicCorporation
2320IndustrialParkway
Elkhart,IN46515
574-294-2511
CANADA
DometicDistribution
866LangsDrive
Cambridge,Ontario
CANADAN3H2N7
519-653-4390
For Service Center
AssistanceCall:
800-544-4881
RECORDTHISUNITINFORMATIONFOR
FUTUREREFERENCE:
Model Number
Serial Number
Date Purchased
This manual must be read and un-
derstood before installation, ad-
justment, service, or maintenance
is performed. This unit must be in-
stalled by a qualified service tech-
nician.Modificationofthisproduct
can be extremely hazardous and
could result in personal injury or
property damage.
Lire et comprendre ce manuel avant de
procéderàl'installation,àdesréglages,
de l'entretien ou des réparations.
L'installation de cet appareil doit être
effectuée par un réparateur qualifié.
Toute modification de cet appareil peut
être extrêmement dangereuse et
entraîner des blessures ou dommages
matériels.
Important:TheseInstructions
must stay with unit.
Ownerreadcarefully.
Model
953086.000
953091.000
Patent Pending

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X-TENDA-ROOMTM INSTALLATIONANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual has safety information and instruc-
tionsto helpusers eliminateor reducethe riskof
accidentsand injuries.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
Thisisthesafety-alertsymbol.Whenyou see this
symbolinthis manual,bealert tothepotentialfor
personalinjury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe op-
eratinginstructions.
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Asignal word ,WARNING ORCAUTION is used
withthesafety-alertsymbol.Theygivethelevelof
riskforpotentialinjury.
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oussituation which, ifnotavoided, couldresultin
deathorseriousinjury.
indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minorormoderate injury.
used without the safety alert
symbol indicates, a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
Readandfollowallsafetyinformationandinstruc-
tions.
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X-TENDA-ROOMTM INSTALLATIONANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions must be read and under-
stood before installation of this kit. Modifica-
tion of this product can be extremely hazard-
ous and could result in personal injury and/
or property damage.
TheXTendA-RoomTM isdesignedtobeinstalledaroundthe
loadingrampopeningofacargotypetrailer,allowingusers
to enjoy the extra living space.
Product features and specifications as described or illus-
trated are subject to change without notice. Installation
methods not described in this manual must have written
approvalfromDometicCorporation.
Important: Read the entire Installation and Operat-
ing Instructions carefully before starting the installa-
tion.
Contents:
(1) Instructions (1) Fabric Assm.
(1) RollofHookTape (4) Ball End Sockets
(1) OxfordStorageBag (4) J-Hooks
(1) Ctr Roof Pole Assm. (1) Front Pole Assm.
(2) RampStand (1) Rear Pole Assm.
(1) PoleStorageBag (1) CenterPoleSupport
(2) TwistFasteners (8) #8 x 3/4" Screws
ToolsRequired:
PowerDrill/Screwdriver
INSTALLATION
Park the trailer on flat and level surface for the initial
installation.ThiswillinsurethattheXTendA-RoomTM willbe
straightand square withthe trailer.
A. Ramp Stand Assembly
1. Findthechannelwithathreadednyloninsert.Place
the threaded nylon insert with the notch up.
2. Placethesecondchannelwithaholeacrossthefirst
channel with the hole on top forming the letter "X".
3. Thestandpolewiththestudboltisscrewedintothe
nyloninsertthroughthechannelwiththehole.This
shouldbe tightened so thereisno movement.
4. The top standpoleslidesonthe bottomassembly
and is locked in place with the ball pin. See Fig. 1.
Note:Eachrampstandhasarubbercoatingonthetopplate
topreventscratchingoftheramp.
B. Ramp Preparation
1. Placerampstandsattheapproximatepositionsfor
each corner of the ramp.If terrain is not level, add
levelingblocksasnecessarytoevenoutweightand
leveltorampstands.
SPECIFICATIONS
A
BC
D
Model 953086.000 953091.000
Min./Max. Min./Max.
A = Length 88-1/2" 91-1/2"
B = Front (Height) 75" 75"
C = Rear (Height) 79-1/2"/86-1/2" 86-1/2"/96-1/2"
D = (Width) 86"/91" 91"/99"
E = Ramp Stand
*Range 16"/28" 16"/28"
Capacity 1,200lbs. 1,200lbs.
* Ramp stand adjusts with one inch increments.
E

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X-TENDA-ROOMTM INSTALLATIONANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
2. Pulltheballpinandraise/lowereachrampstandto
the approximate position where the ramp will be
approximatelylevel.Alignstandextensionwiththe
closesthole in thebase and replacethestand pin.
3. Lower the ramp and move the ramp stands in
position(6"to 8"fromtheedges)underthe 2outer
ramp corners. See Fig. 2.
FIG. 4 2A
2B
2C
2D
2E
2F
Ball
End
FrontPole Assembly
b. Frontpoleassembly
The front pole contains 11 pieces. When as-
sembled,thehorizontalpoleswillformanarch
between the vertical poles. The vertical poles
have a ball end, which will be inserted into an
end ball socket on the ramp floor. See Fig. 4.
Extend the vertical telescoping poles to their
longestlength.Lockinplacewiththelocklever.
See Fig. 4.
FIG. 2
Place Stands At Outer Ramp Corners
Lower
Ramp
FIG. 3
3A 3B "C"Clip
Ball
End
Lock
Lever
3C
Center Pole Assembly
FIG. 1
Ball Pin
Channel With
NylonInsert
Stand Pole
StudBolt
Top Stand
Pole
Lower Stand
Pole
C. Description Of Pole Assemblies
Thereare3poleassemblies:
CenterRoofPoleAssembly
Rear/FramePoleAssembly
Front Pole Assembly
All pole assemblies are shock corded and numbered
with stickers to identify matching assembly poles. See
Figs. 3, 4 & 5.
1. Extendall3poleassembliestotheirlongestlength.
a. CenterPole Assembly
Thecenter poleassembly is madeof 3 pieces
and rest along the expansion zipper on the
centeroftheroofoftheinsideoftheXTendA-
RoomTM andparallelwiththezipper.The pole
hasa"C"clipononeendandaballonopposite
end. See Fig. 3.
c. Rear/FramePoleAssembly
Therear/framepolewhenassembled,willform
a square. The vertical poles will be capped on
thebottomend,andwillbeplacedonthetrailer
floor. See Fig. 5.
Channel With
Hole
Lock
Levers

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X-TENDA-ROOMTM INSTALLATIONANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
8. Grasp the center of the front pole assembly arch,
placeitagainsttherooffabric;andwalktowardsthe
endoftheramp.Placethearchatthefronttopstitch
line. Wrap the 5 hook/loop belts around the arch
poles to hold place. See Fig. 7.
9. Keepballendsofsidepolesatrampopening/hinge
and extend the side poles as much as possible
withoutliftingtheX-TendA-RoomTMofftheramp.The
side poles should be at an angle. See Fig. 7.
10. Clip the center pole support in the center of the
horizontalframe onthe rear framepole assembly.
The ball socket must be facing toward room. See
Fig. 8.
D. X Tend A-Room TM Assembly
1. Spread the X Tend A-Room TM fabric on the cargo
ramp.The zippers shouldbe on theinsideand the
openendoftheroomtowardsthetraileropening.
2. Locatethefabricsleevesoneachsideoftheopen
endon the rearof fabric assembly. Assemblethe
vertical side poles 1C, 1D and 1E of the rear pole
assembly.Placethelockleversinthedown/locked
position. Feed the vertical side pole caps down
through the two side panel sleeves, starting at the
toppanel.
3. Assemblethehorizontalpoles(1A&1B)oftherear
pole assembly. Place the lock levers in the down
positionandslidethemthroughthe4sleevesacross
the roof panel of the fabric. See Fig. 5 & 6.
5. Thefabricandrearpoleassemblyaremovedinside
thetrailerdooropening.Extendthehorizontalframe
oftherearpoleassemblyequallyuntiltheytouchthe
trailer side walls. Place the levers in the locked
position. See Fig. 6.
Note:Thewidthoftheroomcanbeincreasedbyunzipping
thedart (extrafabric) in thecenter ofthe roof fabric.
5. Raise each vertical side pole until the horizontal
pole touches the trailer ceiling. Place the levers in
the locked position. See Fig. 6.
6. The rear pole assembly will hold the X-Tend A-
RoomTM in place inside the trailer.
7. Assemble the front pole assembly inside the X-
Tend A-RoomTM. See Fig. 7.
FIG. 5 1A
1B
1C
1D
1E
Rear/Frame Pole Assembly
Rear/Frame Pole Assembly
Touches Ceiling
Rear/Frame
PoleAssembly
Touches Side
Floor
FIG. 6
Rear/Frame
PoleAssembly
Touches Side
Side Wall
Side Wall
View From Inside Cargo Trailer Looking Out
FIG. 7
View From Inside Looking Out
Extend Poles Until Fabric Is
Taut Without Lifting Room Off
Ramp
Place Arch
At Top Seam
And Hold In
Place With
Hook/Loop
Belts
FIG. 8
Clip The Center
Pole Support In
Center Of
Horizontal
Frame Of Rear
Pole
Face Ball Socket
Toward Room
Fabric
4. Insertthehorizontalpoleassemblyintothevertical
sidepoles to formthe rear frame.
Caps Caps

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11. Assemblethecenterrafterroofpoleandplacethe
ballendintothesocketontheCenterpolesupport.
See Fig. 8.
12. Unlocktheleverandpullthecenterrafterpoleuntil
C-Clipcanbesnappedontothecenterofthearchof
thefrontpoleassembly.Stretchtherooffabrictaut
andlocklever.
Note:Thecenter rafterpolewillpopoutoftheballsocketif
too much tension is added.
13. A fabric flap 3" wide with loop tape sewn in,
surroundsthedooropeningoftheX-TendA-RoomTM.
The hook tape must be placed where it will stretch
thefabricandsealaroundthedoorframe.Placethis
fabricflapagainstthewallsandceilingandmarkthe
location.Peelthebackingoffthehooktape(approxi-
mately 12" at a time), and press it in place on the
walls and ceiling.
Note:Toensureadhesionofthetapetothewallsandceiling,
the surfaces must be clean and dry.
14. Locate a place for the ball sockets on the ramp
surface,wheretheywillbeoutoftheway;butallow
theramp to close.The"OPEN" cutout shouldface
the direction of the ramp end to allow for the pole
rotationtodifferentangles.SeeFig.9.
15. Attachthetwoballsockets,oneoneachsideofthe
ramp with 2 #8 x 3/4" screws. Snap the front pole
assembly ball ends into the sockets. Loosen the
lockandextendeachsideequallyuntilthefabricis
taut.
16. The fabric is held against the ramp with an elastic
cordstretchedinasleevesewnintothebottomhem
of the fabric assembly. At the ends of the elastic
cord is a rubber coated hook that is to be attached
to the ramp.
Iftheelasticcordhookisnotlargeenoughtofiton
theedgeoftheramp,fourlargeJ-hooksareprovided.
PlacetheJ-hookonthe ramp edge and theelastic
cord hook is secured in the J-hook. See FIG. 10.
The Open Cutout
On The Ball
Socket Should
Face The Ramp
End. Locate It Out
Of The Way
Fasten With 2
Screws
FIG. 9
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, FIRE, OR DAMAGE:
1. The stands support the X-TendA-RoomTM and ramp. The stands are designed to support a
total of 1,200 pounds including persons, equipment and ramp.
2. Do not use grills, hibachis, camp stove or gas burning lamps inside the X-TendA-RoomTM.
3. Never operate generators, motorcycles, any internal combustion engines inside the X-
TendA-RoomTM .
4. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Do not allow children or adults
to lean against the sides or front of the X-Tend A-RoomTM .
5. Do not suspend electrical lights from rafter poles or allow them to come in contact with the
X-TendA-RoomTM fabric.
6. Do not modify or change the installation of this X-Tend A-RoomTM .
7. Follow all trailer manufacturers instructions regarding ramp use and limitations.
8. Use only as described in this manual.
WARNING
!
17. Pull the front bottom corners taut and mark the
locationwhere the eyeletgrommet makes contact
to the ramp. This is repeated for both sides. Drill
1/8" pilot hole (9/64" in metal) and install a twist
fastener or each side. See FIG. 11 on page 6.
18. The corners of the roof fabric has web belts with
buckles. Fasten the web belt to the corners of the
rear/framepoleassemblyandstretchthefabrictight
toreducewaterpooling.
19. Water Bags/Weights 3105851.004 (available at
your Dometic Dealer) can be added along the
bottomforaddedbugprotection
FIG. 10
Place J-hook On
RampEdges
AttachHookOf
ElasticCord

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E. Operating Tips
1. Privacy panels can be unzipped and rolled up to
allowaircirculation.
2. The front panel can be unzipped and rolled up;
however,thiswillopentheendoftheroomandthe
possibledangerofsomeonesteppingofftheramp.
3. StoragepocketsarelocatedonbothsidesoftheX-
TendA-RoomTM forpersonalitems.
Important: If trailer is equipped with a bed, DO NOT
ROLL BED DOWN if room poles are in place.
F. Room Storage
Note:Ifroomisputawaywhenconditionsarewet,itshould
besetupandallowedtodryassoonaspossibletoprevent
FIG. 11
Place Grommet On Ramp, Mark
Location For Twist Fastener
Installation
View From
Inside Room
TwistFastener 5. Loosenthelockleversandlowertherear/framepole
assemblyto its shortest height.Placelevers in the
lockposition.Theentire X-TendA-RoomTM willbe
completely on the ramp. Loosen the locks on the
horizontalpoleandcollapsetotheshortestlength.
Removeverticalsidepolefromthehorizontal pole
andslideit outofthesleeveson thefabric.Repeat
forotherside.Dothesamewiththehorizontalpole
andtakeaparttheentirerear/framepoletobeplaced
intothepolestorage bag. Tie thepolestoragebag
closed.
6. The room is folded by bringing the sides into the
middle.Foldtheeachsideagaintothemiddleuntil
the fabric is the width of the pole storage bag.
7. Rollthefabricassemblytightlyaroundthepolesin
thepolestoragebagsqueezingouttheair.Insertthe
fabricandpolesintotheX-TendA-RoomTMstorage
bag. Store in a dry place.
8. Disassemble ramp stands in reverse of assembly
(seesection"A"onpage3),andplaceinthestorage
bag.
WARNING
!
Personalinjurymayresultfromfallingorstep-
ping off the end of the cargo ramp when the
fabric is open and rolled up.
moldandmildew.
1. Loosen and unfasten buckle straps at rear top
cornersoftheX-TendA-RoomTM.
2. Unfastenhooksontheelasticcordandtwistfasten-
ers at bottom of room front corners.
3. Remove center roof pole assembly by unclipping
theC-clipfromarchedfrontpoleassembly.Remove
the Center pole support with ball socket from rear/
framepoleassembly.Disassemblecenterpoleand
placein pole storage bag.
4. Carefully pull the ball ends out of the sockets.
Loosenthelockleversandshortenthesidepolesto
the shortest length and lock the levers. The front
fabric will start to collapse. Remove the five hook/
loopstrapsfromthe arch andthepoleassemblyis
freeandthefabricwillfalltotheramp.Disassemble
frontpoleand place inpolestoragebag.

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THESELLERNAMEDBELOWMAKESTHEFOLLOWINGWARRANTYWITH
RESPECTTOTHEDOMETICPRODUCT:
1. This Warranty is made only to the first purchaser (hereinafter referred to as the “Original Purchaser”) who acquires the product for his own
use and is installed and operated within the continental United States and Canada.
2. This Warranty will be in effect for one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. It is suggested that the original purchaser
retain a copy of the dated bill of sale as evidence of the date of purchase.
3. This Warranty covers only specified parts which shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. This warranty does
NOTcoverconditionsunrelatedtothematerialandworkmanshipoftheproduct.Suchunrelatedconditionsinclude,butarenotlimitedto:(a)damage
not reported within seven (7) days of ownership; (b) failure or damage caused by storms, rain, water pooling, or any acts of God; (c) faulty installation
and any damage resulting from such; (d) the need for normal maintenance and any damageresulting from the failure to provide such mainte-
nance; (e) failure to follow Sellers instructions for use of this product; (f) any accident to or misuse of any part of this product and any alteration
by anyone other than the Seller or its authorized representative; (g) damage or failure caused by installation of accessories not manufactured and
marketed by the Seller; and (h) normal wear and product abuse.
4. The specified parts covered by this warranty, where applicable, are as follows: (a) Roller tube against rust, corrosion and extrusion defects;
(b) Fabric free from quality defects (normal wear is not covered); (c) Screen assemblies free from quality defects (normal wear is not covered);
(d) Torsion assemblies, including motor-driven assemblies, against extrusion defects, electrical faults, or breakage; and (d) Hardware against
extrusion defects.
5. In order to obtain the benefits of this warranty, you should return the product which you find defective to the Seller named below or to a Dometic
Authorized Service Center during the period that this warranty is in effect. The original owner is responsible for all charges incurred in delivery
of the product to the Seller, or Dometic Authorized Service Center, and in pick up after the warranty service has been completed. To obtain the
location of the nearest Authorized Service Center, please call 1-800-544-4881. In Canada, call 1-519-653-4390.
6. Any item returned in the manner described in paragraph 5 will be examined by the Seller or the Authorized Dometic Service Center. If it is found
that the returned item was defective in material and workmanship, the Seller or the Authorized Dometic Service Center will repair the product
per the terms of this one (1) year limited warranty without charge for material or labor during the first year of ownership by the original purchaser.
CONFIRMTHESERVICEAGENCYISANAUTHORIZEDDOMETICSERVICECENTER. DONOTPAYTHESERVICEAGENCYFORWARRANTY
REPAIRS. SUCHPAYMENTSWILLNOTBEREIMBURSED.
7. Dometic Corporation will pay freight on replacement parts during the first ninety (90) days of ownership by the original purchaser.
8. The Seller does not authorize any person or company to create any warranty obligations or liability on their behalf. This warranty is not extended
by the length of time which you are deprived of the use of the product. Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this warranty
shall carry only the non-expired portion of this warranty.
9. Innoeventshall either Seller beliableforincidental or consequentialdamages.Thisincludesany damage toanother productorproducts resulting
from such a defect. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may
not apply.
10. Anyimpliedwarranty, includingthe impliedwarrantyofmerchantabilityandfitnessforanypurpose, islimited tothedurationofthislimitedwarranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty can last, so the above limitation may not apply.
11. THISWARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGALRIGHTS,YOUMAYALSOHAVEOTHERRIGHTSWHICHVARYFROMSTATETOSTATE.No
actiontoenforcethis warrantyshall becommenced laterthanninety(90)daysaftertheexpirationof thewarranty period.Claims mustbe submitted
in writing to the Dometic Warranty Department for arbitration.
12 All products (except those specifically built for commercial use) are warranted only when installed on vehicles built to R.V.I.A. and C.R.V.A.,
Z-240 Standards.
13. The Seller reserves the right to change the design ofanyproductwithoutnoticeandwithnoobligationtomake corresponding changes in products
previously manufactured.
DOMETICCORPORATION
Warranty Department
2320 Industrial Parkway
Elkhart,Indiana46761
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY