GenTent StormBracer 10k User guide

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GenTent®10k/20k
StormBracer®
Product Installation and Safety Manual
Free Installation Videos
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THANK YOU
Congratulations on your purchase of the GenTent® StormBracer®, the first ever
wet weather safety canopy specifically engineered for portable generators.
We are proud to provide this high-quality product.

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................2
IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY........................................................................3
LIMITED WARRANTY .......................................................................................4
PACKAGE CONTENTS .......................................................................................5
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW...............................................................................6
INSTALL GENTENT CLAMPS ON GENERATOR FRAME .......................................7
INSTALL GENTENT FRAME ON THE GENTENT CLAMPS...................................11
SECURE GENTENT CANOPY OVER GENTENT FRAME ......................................12
SELECT AND INSTALL ELECTRICAL APRON ................................................................. 13
INSTALL THE GTU (OPTIONAL –WHERE NEEDED)...................................................... 14
IMPORTANT GENTENT USAGE TIPS ...............................................................16
CLEAR VINYL ELECTRICAL APRONS GENTENT 20K AND (OPTIONAL)GENTENT 10K OMNI FIT
APRON............................................................................................................. 16
PROPER DOOR SEALING TIP ................................................................................. 16
GENTENT ACCESSORIES AND SPARE PARTS CATALOG ...................................17
REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE –ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY...........................18
Getting Help is Easy
Need help for your generator or want us to double check your
installation? E-mail your questions or pics to [e-mail], and
include the make and model of your generator.
Product Registration
If you purchased from www.gentent.com, your product is already
registered. Otherwise, please visit www.gentent.com/register or mail the
completed page at the back of this manual, so that we can establish your
purchase date and keep you informed of any periodic updates.
Installation Addendums
Installation addendums exist for certain generators. Please review
www.gentent.com/docs to see if there is one for your generator.
Currently they exist for the Generac LP5500, XG10000/XP10000, and
GP15000/GP17500 and certain Ridgid generators.

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY
Please review these important safety warnings, cautions and notes:
WARNING
Always shut generator off before any fueling or maintenance procedures.
WARNING
Never position the refueling door on the same side of the generator as the exhaust muffler. Spilled
gasoline can result in fire.
WARNING
Never block or cover the generator exhaust muffler in any way. GenTent canopy must be installed
above generator exhaust muffler. Install GenTent Electrical aprons such that they cannot block
exhaust in any way. Keep the GenTent canopy at least 6 inches away from direct contact with the
exhaust.
WARNING
Always install included washer between the knob and the clamp base AND between the bolt head
and clamp base. Tightening the knob without using the washer VOIDS the WARRANTY as it risks
breakage.
WARNING
Never use the GenTent on a generator whose muffler is openly exposed at the top of the
generator. These generators are disqualified and VOID the WARRANTY of the GenTent.
WARNING
Never use the GenTent on a generator in a moving vehicle.
CAUTION
Over tightening clamps should be avoided. Two turns after the knob seats to the washer/clamp is enough. If
you notice the mouth of the clamp pulling away from the frame, the clamping strength has been
reduced and the knob should be loosened.
CAUTION
Always grasp fiberglass rods firmly during installation to avoid the whipping motion that can occur
when a bent fiberglass rod is mistakenly released.
CAUTION
Avoid using your portable generator in hurricane force winds above 70mph.
NOTE
Should generator handle cause significant stretching of the elastic straps when extended, it is advisable to release
the elastics straps on the handle side of the generator before extending generator handles.
NOTE
Should GenTent cover block pull starter, it is advisable to release the elastic straps on the pull starter side and
temporarily move GenTent canopy out of the way.
NOTE
When using GenTent during snow storms, it is recommended to periodically brush away any accumulation that
blocks the top vent.

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Limited Warranty
What is Covered
This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship of the GenTent® Safety Canopy
under normal use in winds up to seventy mph and snow loads up to eighteen inches, with the
exceptions stated below.
Coverage Period
The warranty runs from the date on your GenTent® product receipt. Warranty period for hardware
components is three (3) years. Warranty period for STORMBRACER EXTREME canopies (or USA
Flag on logo) is three (3) years. Warranty period for Stormbracer canopies without the
Extreme version isignia is one (1) year.
What is not Covered
This warranty does not cover issues resulting from improper installation or issues resulting from
not adhering to the Warnings and Cautions as stated in this GenTent Product Installation and
Safety Manual. This warranty does not cover fading or discoloration caused by exposure to
sunlight or chemicals, slight fabric color mismatches, or deterioration due to exposure to
chemicals. This warranty does not cover abuse, misuse, or neglect including, but not limited to,
lost parts, over tightening clamps, blocking a running portable generator exhaust with parts of the
GenTent, or rips, tears or breaks due to sharp and/or heavy and/or falling objects or animals. This
warranty does not cover issues arising because of modifications made to your portable generator
or to the GenTent® that have not been specified by the manufacturer.
GenTent products or components returned without an RMA and proof of purchase are not covered
(see How to Get Service). Also, consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under
this warranty. 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 GenTent Safety Canopies LLC Will Do
GenTent Safety Canopies, LLC will repair any GenTent canopy or replace any GenTent frame or
clamp component that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship during the term of this
Warranty. In the event repair of a GenTent canopy is not possible, GenTent Safety Canopies will
replace your GenTent canopy with a new GenTent canopy of similar composition and price.
How to Get Service
Contact GenTent Safety Canopies LLC by emailing [email protected], calling 781-334-8368 or
writing us at the address below to discuss your Warranty concern and obtain a RMA (return
materials authorization). You must provide a copy of the original receipt or packing slip that you
received as part of your purchase.
GenTent Safety Canopies, LLC
Attn: Customer Warranty Service
44 Gile Rd
Nottingham, NH 03290
How State Law Applies
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.

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Package Contents
This package includes everything required to install the GenTent® model that
you have purchased on your portable generator:
GenTent 10K GenTent 20K
1 –Product and Safety Manual
1 –GenTent™ 10k Canopy
1 –Short side opaque Electrical apron
1 –Long side opaque Electrical apron
1 –Central Connector with vent rod
4 –40” Fiberglass frame rods
4 –GenTent Clamp main body
4 –GenTent Clamp telescoping rod
4 –Self-locking GenTent Clamp knobs
8 –GenTent clamp washers
4 –Stainless steel ¼-20 x 1.25” carriage
bolts
4 –GenTent Clamp rubber sleeves
4 –Telescoping rod set clips
1 –Product and Safety Manual
1 –GenTent™ 20k Canopy
1 –Short side Electrical apron –stacking
clear vinyl
1 –Long side Electrical apron –stacking
clear vinyl
1 –Central Connector with vent rod
4 –44” Fiberglass frame rods
4 –GenTent Clamp main body
4 –GenTent Clamp telescoping rod
4 –Self-locking GenTent Clamp knobs
8 –GenTent clamp washers
4 –Stainless steel ¼-20 x 1.25” carriage
bolts
4 –Telescoping rod set clips
4 –GenTent Clamp rubber sleeves
Optional Accessories and Adapter Kits (See Page 14)
Your kit may include an optional frame extender or frame adaptation kit.
Please see separate instructions for these items. Frame extension or
adaptation, if required, must be completed prior to installing the GenTent.

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Installation Overview
The GenTent installs in three easy steps***:
Clamp it: Install 4 clamps and set the telescoping rod length.
Frame it: Install frame rod to the center connector, then into the correct hole in the
telescoping rod and repeat.
Cover it: Slide the GenTent canopy over the frame and secure by sliding the elastic
straps over and behind the clamp telescoping rod.
Once the GenTent is installed, it can be left in place during generator storage or easily
removed and stored separately. Should you wish to store the generator with the
GenTent attached, we recommend releasing the elastic straps to keep them fresh and
ready.
***Note: In some cases frame adaptation is required to create a mounting
point for the GenTent clamps. Should your kit include frame adapter(s) please
follow the instructions page 14or separately in your package. Frame
adaptation is required when:
One Corner needs to be adapted when:
-A muffler heat shield or other panel is connected to a frame member that
otherwise blocks the GenTent clamp from attaching directly to the proper
location.
Four Corners need to be adapted when:
-The portable generator uses a square tubular frame that must be adapted to
the round openings of the GenTent clamps.
-The portable generator is a very small frame and requires length and width
extension (see Clamp Adjustment tables on page 9)
Special Frame Configurations Exist:
-When the frame does not provide 4 cornered mounting points such as:
Note: In any of these special cases a special frame kit and addendum is
included in the respective special product bundle (or will need to be
ordered separately)
oRidgid RD series generators (except certain 5700W models) which do
not have vertical frame members at the front of the generator
oGenerac GP15000/GP17500 where the fixed handles block the
canopy
oCertain other odd shaped frames such as the Briggs 01894 and Troy-
Bilt 01925

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Install GenTent Clamps on Generator Frame
1) Determine whether the Rubber Sleeves are required
The GenTent Clamp kit includes 4 rubber sleeve adapters meant for use on frame
diameters less than 1.5”. If you do not know the diameter of your frame, wrap a slit of
paper or string around the frame tube, marking where the beginning and end cross. Lay
it on the tool to determine if the rubber sleeves should be used.
2) Assemble Clamp parts
Note: Be sure to use washers between the knob and clamp body
as well as between the bolt and the clamp body.
- Slide telescoping rods into clamp bodies.
- Install set pins through clamp bodies and telescoping rods
- Install washer on bolt and bolt through one end and into clamp
- Loosely install washer and self-locking knob onto carriage bolt
3) Install Clamp on Generator Frame (or Frame Adapter)
Position the top edge for the clamp at the lower of these two locations:
(1) 9” below where the gas tank meets the frame, or
(2) Directly below the electrical panel
Note: The goal is for the bottom of the main canopy to be at or slightly below where the tank
connects to the frame; this way water can’t get on the tank and trickle toward the outlets.
Further, the top of the clamp should be located under the bottom of the lowest electrical outlet --
the electrical protection skirt will cover at least to the top of the clamp.
-For frames less than 1.5”:slide rubber sleeve over frame member. Preferably position
the rubber sleeve opening to face toward clamp opening (fig. 3-A).
Tip: For 1.5” frames, use the sticky back rubber pads that may have come in your kit, or contact
GenTent for a set of rubber pads. Alternatively cut any rubber 1/8” or less in thickness to fit
between the frame and clamp ( such as an old bicycle tire tube) .

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- Push clamp opening straight onto frame (fig. 3-A). The clamp will pop over the frame.
If rubber sleeve used, slide clamp up and over (fig. 3-B). Do not over extend the mouth
of the clamp!
- Position clamp diagonally from sides of the generator frame (fig. 3-C);
- Tighten knob, centered on washer until clamp is firmly in place. This usually requires
only 2 full turns once the knob/washer seat to the clamp body. Clamp strength is
reduced by over-tightening as the clamp mouth pulls away from the frame.
- Repeat procedure on remaining three sides; position clamps at the same height.
Fig. 3-A Fig. 3-B
Fig. 3-C

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Frame Length (inches)
31 31.5 32 32.5 33 33.5 34 34.5 35 35.5 36 36.5 37 37.5 38 38.5 39
27.5 44443332222111100
27 44443333222211110
F 26.5 4* 4444333322221110
r26 4* 4* 444433332221111
a 25.5 4* 4* 4* 44443332222111
m25 4* 4* 4* 4* 4443333222211
e 24.5 4* 4* 4* 4* 4444333322211
24 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 444433322221
W 23.5 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 44443332222
i23 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4443333222
d 22.5 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4444333222
t22 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 444333322
h 21.5 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 44433322
21 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 44443332
GenTent® 20k Clamp Easy Adjustment Guide

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4) Set Rod Adjustment Pin
- Reference Appropriate Easy Adjustment Guide (previous page) for GenTent 10k or
GenTent 20k
- Measure length and width of generator frame to the outside of the frame members
- Find corresponding pin setting number in Easy Adjustment Guide
- Set the telescoping rod location (Fig. 4-A and 4-B) based on the setting number from
the Easy Adjustment Guide and install set pin to secure
Fig. 4-A Fig. 4-B
Settings Notes:
(a) Rod location for setting 0 and 1 are the same (Fig. 4-A). Use the inside frame
rod hole for setting 0 and the outside frame rod hole for settings 1-4.
(b) SMALL indicates that the use of a Four corner frame extension kit is required.
The GenTent will be too loose on the frame otherwise.

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Install GenTent Frame on the GenTent Clamps
- Position Central Connector with centered vent rod up (fig. 5-A).
- Position Central Connector so that short side and long side align with generator short
and long sides, respectively.
Note: Each frame rod goes into the Central Connector hole first and then into the
corresponding clamp hole
- Insert a fiberglass frame rod into Central Connector hole until it stops (fig. 5-A)
- Insert other end of the fiberglass rod fully into the correct clamp hole of the
corresponding clamp (Fig. 5-B)
- Insert second fiberglass rod fully into the opposite hole in the Central Connector
- Grasping the end of this fiberglass rod, bend toward the opposite side clamp and insert
fully into the correct hole (fig. 5-B)
CAUTION: Hold rod with two hands as shown; Fiberglass rod will be under tension, do
not release!
- Repeat for final two fiberglass rods (fig. 5-C).
- Recheck clamps; they should be firmly in place and may exhibit a slight upward lean.
Fig. 5-A
Fig. 5-B Fig. 5-C

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Secure GenTent Canopy over GenTent Frame
-Position GenTent canopy over the
frame. Be certain that the fueling
door is not on the same side as the
generator exhaust (fig. 6-A).
-Slide GenTent canopy over the
frame so that all four corners are
generally equal and level (fig. 6-A).
-Center GenTent canopy such that
Vent Rod is centered under the top
cap (fig. 6-A).
Fig. 6-A
-Slide one corner elastic over the
corresponding clamp telescoping rod
and set it under the clamp body,
behind the set pin (fig. 6-B).
-Repeat on opposite corner, then on
the remaining two corners. Recheck
and adjust canopy if necessary.
-Adjust clamps left to right as
necessary so that Cover seams
generally match the frame rods.
-Recheck clamps; they should be
firmly in place and may exhibit a
slight upward lean.
Fig. 6-B

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Select and Install Electrical apron
-If your electrical outlets are on the short side of the generator, select
the short Electrical apron; otherwise select the long Electrical apron.
Only use one skirt!
-Flip the canopy over flap up from corner to corner on the side that is
over the electrical outlets (fig. 6-C).
-The left and ride sides of the Electrical apron are angled upward
slightly as compared to the main body of the skirt. The angle starts
about 6 inches from either side and this corresponds to the respective
corner of the GenTent. Press either corner on first (fig. 6-C), then
wrap the 6-inch section onto the adjacent side of the electrical panel
and press firmly. Now press the main skirt body over the electrical
panel to the other corner, and then wrap that edge around the
adjacent side and press firmly in place.
-Flip the over flap down and over the Electrical apron (fig. 6-D).
Fig. 6-C Fig. 6-D
Note: The intent of the Electrical apron is to cover the
electrical outlets in the front and about 6” around the
adjacent sides. Do not cover other parts of your generator
with the Electrical aprons, especially the exhaust area!

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Adapt the Frame (if needed)
Your portable generator model may have a square tubular frame, be very small and
require some lengthening and/or widening, or have a muffler heat shield or other panel
connected to one of the frame members that blocks the GenTent clamp from directly
connecting to the frame on one corner.
In the case that your portable generator is in this category, or if you purchased one of
our universal fit GenTent bundles, there will be between one (1) and four (4) GTU Frame
Adapters in your package. Each GTU Frame
Adapter includes:
GTU adapter –this is a black molded part
that incorporates a squared angle with a
round mounting area.
2 –#12 Sheet metal screws
Note: You will need a drill and a 5/32”
drill bit
The GTU installs in these easy steps for each GTU Adapter required:
Locate and mark: where the GTU will be installed.
Drill: Two holes for mounting the GTU.
Mount: Screw the GTU in place
Once the GTUs are installed, follow the main GenTent installation instructions from
page 6.
Locate the GTU on the generator frame:
The top screw hole of the GTU should be located either:
(a) 9” below where the gas tank meets the frame,
OR
(b) 1/2” above the bottom of the lowest electrical outlet on the electrical panel,
Whichever location is lower on the generator frame.
The bottom edge of the main canopy should to be at or slightly below where the tank
connects to the frame so water can’t get on the tank and trickle toward the outlets. The
electrical protection skirt will cover to the top of the clamp which should be below the
lowest electrical outlet.
Zip ties can be used for temporary mounting to find the correct location.

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Fig. 8-A Fig. 8-B Fig. 8-C Fig. 8-D
Mark the GTU screw location on the generator frame:
- Position GTU against the frame member at the outside corner at the measured
location (Fig. 8-A and 8-D).
- Using the drill and the 5/32” drill bit or sheet metal screw, scratch a mark on the
generator frame through the screw holes on the GTU (top and bottom).
Note: drill one screw hole on the right side of the GTU and the other on the left side.
Select top left/bottom right or top right/bottom left based on which gives the most
clearance for the drill and screw operations.
Drill and Mount GTU:
- Drill two pilot holes, using the 5/32” drill bit, at the locations previously
scratched/marked (Fig. A)
- Using 5/16” nut driver, or flat blade screwdriver (nut driver recommended), screw GTU
to frame (Fig. B)
GenTent Clamp Installation notes:
- Install a GenTent rubber adapter onto the GTU before installing the GenTent clamp
(Fig. 8-E)
- Set the GenTent clamp rod one step in versus other clamps that are attached directly
to the generator frame (for example, if your normal clamp pin setting is 2, set the
clamp pin on the GTU side to 1)
- See page 9 for clamp pin setting adjustment guide
Fig. 8-E Fig. 8-F

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Important GenTent Usage Tips
Clear Vinyl Electrical aprons GenTent 20k and (Optional) GenTent
10k Omni Fit Apron
The clear vinyl skirt for the GenTent 10k and the GenTent 20k Electrical aprons provide a
window to gauges during operation and can be stacked together for double height (Fig.
9-A) by connecting the top of one skirt to the bottom of another skirt. Use this as
needed for the skirts to completely cover the electrical outlets.
Note: The intent of the Electrical apron is to cover the electrical outlets in the front
and about 6” around the adjacent sides. Do not cover the exhaust area!
The GenTent 10k Omniskirt is the length of the long
Electrical apron and fits either the long side (with 6 inch
wrap) or short side (with longer wraparound). When
used on a short side, the Omniskirt can be centered
(leaving 12” wrap on each side) or offset (6” wrap on
one side and 24” wrap on the other). This particularly
useful for smaller generators where the GenTent has a
deep overhang. Starting with 6” from the skirt edge,
press the skirt to the corner (fig. 6-C), then wrap the 6
inch section onto the adjacent side of the electrical
panel and press firmly. Now press the main skirt body over the electrical panel to the
other corner, and then wrap that edge around the adjacent side and press firmly
Fig. 9-A
into place.
Proper Door Sealing Tip
The GenTent StormBracer® door wraps around the adjacent sides of the GenTent much
like the skirts, forming a brace against storms. Each time you close the door, the Velcro
must be wrapped around the side and pressed firmly back in place. If this is not done,
holes may exist between the pieces of Velcro® which can allow water to seep in.
In practice, the best way to achieve this is to close the door, then follow this procedure:
-Align the door properly so that the side Velcro and lower Velcro are aligned as
closely as possible and are touching
-Then starting at the top corner of the door pinch canopy around the frame rods
and slide your hand to the bottom while pinching.
-Repeat on the other side
-Check the door sides to see if you can see any gaps in the Velcro sealing. Should
there be any gaps, repeat the pinching procedure.
Note: Pull the door down and connect the bottom Velcro first, then use the pinch
& slide technique above to secure the sides. The bottom edge should cover the
under-flap stitching!

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GenTent Accessories and Spare Parts Catalog
GenTent accessories are available at www.gentent.com/accessories. Spare
parts are available at www.gentent.com/spares. Here is a short list of what we
offer:

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Register Your Purchase –Activate Your Warranty
Note: If you purchased directly at GenTent.Com, your purchase is already registered and
completing this registration document is not required!
Complete your registration online at www.gentent.com/register or fill out this card and mail to:
GenTent Safety Canopies
Attn: Product Registration
44 Gile Rd
Nottingham, NH 03290
Your Information:
Name: ___________________________________________________________
E-Mail Address: ____________________________________________________
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Country: __________________________________
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Purchase Information:
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GenTent Purchase Date: _____ / ______/ ________ (mm/dd/yyyy)
Where did your purchase the GenTent?
______________________________________________________________
Generator Make: ______________________
Generator Model: ______________________
In addition to activating your product warranty, registering allows us to keep in contact with you
from time to time with important product updates, generator safety tips and special offerings for
registered customers. Please note we never share your contact information.