KAKADU BLOCKOUT 78 X 98 User manual
BLOCKOUT 78 X 98
BLOCKOUT 98 X 118
AWNING
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OWNERS MANUAL
Part No. 10001080/ 10001081
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CONTENTS
BLOCKOUT 78 X 98 - 10001080
BLOCKOUT 98 X 118 - 10001081
1. Awning x1 5. Spring Washers x 4 9. M6 Bolts x 4
2. Mounting Brackets x 2 6. M8 Bolts x 4 10. M6 Nuts x4
3. T Bolts x 4 7. M8 Nuts x8 11. Guy Ropes x2
4. Pegs x 2 8. Flat Washer x 4 12. Mounting Plate x 2
1. Awning x1 5. Spring Washers x 6 9. M6 Bolts x 6
2. Mounting Brackets x 3 6. M8 Bolts x 6 10. M6 Nuts x 6
3. T Bolts x 6 7. M8 Nuts x 12 11. Guy Ropes x 2
4. Pegs x 2 8. FlatWasher x 6 12. Mounting Plate x 3
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GENERAL INFO AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Incorrect installation or use of your awning could result in serious injury or death. Follow the
installation instructions to ensure the awning is installed correctly. Follow the set up and pack down
instructions carefully. It is recommended that you contact your vehicle and/or accessory manufacturer
for specied loading and capacity of your vehicle’s roof capacity and the rack capacity. Unfortunately,
not all vehicles and roof racks can safely accommodate all models.
LOCATE MOUNTING LOCATIONS
ON ROOF RACK
Kakadu™recommends this awning to be installed
with 2-3 people. It is also recommended to use
an experienced aftermarket 4X4 accessories
tter to mount the awning to your rack.
The maximum distance recommended from the
mounting bracket to the end of the awning
is 11.81 inches. Ensure the brackets are spaced
evenly on the awning.
MOUNTING BRACKETS TO ROOF
RACK
Using the supplied M8 bolts/T bolts, nuts and
spring washers - mount the brackets to the
roof rack system. These brackets have been
carefully designed to t most common roof rack
congurations. However, the increasing amount
of roof rack designs available in the market
makes it difcult to supply a bracket to t all
racks. The examples below show the brackets
being mounted to different rack options. It is
recommended to discuss specic mounting
options and load capacities with a roof rack
specialist. Ensure you attach the brackets at the
same distance out from the car so the awning
will mount straight. Failure to do so may result
in the backboard bending which isn’t covered
under warranty. It is recommended to use a
straight edge or measuring tape to check this
before you nish tightening the bolts and nuts.
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SET UP
*It is recommended to have 2 people to set up
the awning in normal conditions. For windy and
bad weather conditions, we recommend to not
set the awning up to avoid damage. Kakadu™
accepts no liability for damages caused when
this isn’t followed.
1. Gently roll the awning out to its full extent.
Hold in position while a second person pivots
the rafter poles out from the backboard and
swings around to the awning. Untwist the
rafter poles and insert into the awning. Pivot
the upright poles from the awning’s channel
and adjust to desired height.
2. With someone still holding the awning, have
a second person x the awning material to
the rafter poles with the hook and loop straps
along the side. Secure the awning with guy
ropes onto the corner points with terrain
appropriate pegs.
PACK UP
*It is recommended to have 2 people to pack
down the awning in normal conditions. In windy
conditions, we recommend to have 4 people
packing up to avoid damage to the awning.
Kakadu™accepts no liability for damages caused
when this isn’t followed.
1. With one person holding the awning, remove
all ropes and pegs securing the awning.
2. Undo all hook and loop straps straps securing
the canvas to the rafter poles. With 1-2 people
holding the awning, adjust the upright poles
to their smallest length and pivot back into
the awning’s channel. Then remove the rafter
poles from the awning’s channel and adjust
down to its smallest length and pivot back into
the awning’s backboard.
3. With 2 people, roll up the awning back into
the backboard. Secure the awning into the
backboard with the three hook and loop
straps. Pull down the PVC cover over the top
of the packed up awning and zip up.
TIP: In rainy weather conditions, it is recommend
to drop one upright pole down slightly to allow for
water to run off easier.
ATTACH AWNING TO BRACKETS
Kakadu™recommends this awning to be
installed with 2-3 people. It is also recommended
to use an experienced aftermarket 4X4
accessories tter to mount the awning to your
rack. All mounting hardware on both the awning
and roof rack should be checked regularly to
ensure they are always mounted securely.
1. With the awning placed on a clean surface,
insert the supplied M6 bolts into the aluminium
backing plate at the correct locations.
2. Then with 2-3 people, lift the awning up and
line the bolts up to the brackets and push
through. Using the supplied M6 nuts, tighten
the awning rmly onto the brackets.
PROLONGED TRAVELLING ON UNEVEN,
ROUGH OR CORRUGATED TERRAIN
WILL REQUIRE MORE FREQUENT
INSPECTIONS
NOTE: Kakadu™takes no responsibility for the
fitment of the awning to any vehicle or roof rack.
TIP: The carry bag is designed to sit tight around the
awning. This will ensure the awning is firmly secured
and will lower the chance of rubbing when in transit.
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USING OPTIONAL WALLS
Front wall and side walls can be used with
this awning.
1: To attach the front wall, simply feed the
wall into the sail track. The wall can be used
for privacy or as a wind break. It can also be
used as additional shade with the eyelets
on the bottom (poles, ropes and pegs sold
separately).
2: To attach a side wall, simply hook straps
onto the awning’s rafter poles. It can be used
for privacy or as a wind break.
Note: All upright poles, ropes and pegs need
to be used when attaching walls. These walls
can be used as additional shade coverage if
set up horizontally (poles, ropes and pegs sold
separately)
Note: IN WINDY CONDITIONS, WE DON’T
RECOMMEND TO ATTACH THE WALLS
AS PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. KAKADU™TAKES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE INCURRED
IF THE ABOVE ISN’T FOLLOWED
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CLEANING
Clean with cold water and a soft bristle brush.
Do not use soaps or detergents. Do not
expose to petrol, diesel, oils or chemicals of
any nature.
Failure to follow these instructions may impact
the performance of your awning and cause
damage.
STORAGE
If you have to pack your awning up wet - it
is essential that the awning is unpacked and
allowed to dry fully as soon as possible. Failure
to do so will result in damage to the awning
fabric, waterproong and may cause mildew.
Although the PVC cover material itself is
waterproof, there is a chance of water ingress
from the zippers when the awning is stored.
We recommend to check the inside of the
awning’s bag to ensure no water has made its
way inside in the case of bad weather. If there
is moisture or water, the awning needs to be
allowed to dry out.
STRUCTURE
Kakadu™awnings have been designed for
general outdoor use under normal conditions.
Always ensure all poles, ropes, pegs and
straps are attached and the awning is secured
at all times.
To avoid chances of personal injury and
or property damage, Kakadu™highly
recommends the awnings should NOT
be erected during windy conditions.
Damaged caused by wind and or
adverse weather will not be covered
under warranty.
FITTING
Kakadu™recommends this awning to
be installed with 2-3 people. It is also
recommended to use an experienced
aftermarket 4X4 accessories tter to mount the
awning to your rack. All mounting hardware
on both the awning and roof rack should be
checked regularly to ensure they are always
mounted securely.
NOTE: Kakadu™takes no responsibility
for the fitment of the awning to any
vehicle or roof rack.
Prolonged travelling on uneven, rough
or corrugated terrain will require more
frequent inspections.
The brackets have been carefully designed
to t most common roof rack congurations.
However, the increasing amount of roof rack
designs available in the market makes it
difcult to supply a bracket to t all racks.
It is recommended to discuss specic
mounting options and load capacities with
a roof rack specialist. Ensure you attach
the brackets at the same distance out from
the car so the awning will mount straight.
Failure to do so may result in the backboard
bending which isn’t covered under warranty.
It is recommended to use a straight edge or
measuring tape to check this before you nish
tightening the bolts and nuts.
WATERPROOFING
The raw materials that have been used on this
awning have been designed to withstand most
weather events. The water repellent coating
and sealed seams provide protection from
bad weather. Water ingress still may occur as
this awning has zippers and multiple layered
seams. Wind-driven rain can also cause water
ingress underneath the awning. If you nd that
water is coming through a zipper, a softened
wax stick can be used to rub over that area.
USING THE OPTIONAL WALLS
The awning walls will provide a sheltered /
protected area around the awning. When
attached to the awning, they are designed to
create a shaded area and help reduce dust.
Disclaimer: Any addition applied onto the
vehicle’s roof changes the loading and
handling of the vehicle. Kakadu™disclaims all
responsibility in the occurrence of accidents
due to improper use, lack of maintenance and
not ensuring the awning has been securely
tted. Kakadu™shall not be liable for any
damages whether they are special, indirect,
incidental, accidental or consequential.
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KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT
SOURCES AWAY FROM THE FABRIC.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
SHOULD ANY NAKED FLAME
SOURCES BE USED NEAR THE
AWNING.
KEEP CAMP FIRES AWAY FROM
THE AWNING.
KEEP A FIRE EXTINGUISHER OR
WATER BUCKET NEARBY. WATCH
FOR AIRBORNE BURNING EMBERS
THAT MAY COME INTO CONTACT
WITH THE AWNING OR THE WALLS.
KEEP EXITS CLEAR.
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO HAVE ALL
POLES, ROPES, PEGS AND STRAPS
ATTACHED AT ALL TIMES WHEN
THE AWNING IS IN USE.
WATCH FOR GUY ROPES, PEGS
AND STRAPS TO PREVENT INJURY
AS THEY CAN BE A TRIP HAZARD.
ENSURE CHILDREN ARE
SUPERVISED AROUND THE AWNING
AT ALL TIMES.
DO NOT OPERATE ANY DEVICE
WHICH BURNS FUEL INSIDE
THE AWNING WHILE THE WALLS
ARE ATTACHED. DO NOT RUN
VEHICLE ENGINE WHILE WALLS
ARE ATTACHED TO THE AWNING.
VEHICLE FUMES CAN BE DEADLY.
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. This warranty will apply only if you have purchased from us or our authorized dealer, and will apply only to the
original purchaser who acquires the product for his or her own use.
2. WARRANTY PERIOD: we warrant that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use as described in the published product documentation for 36 months and the integrated powerpack for
12 months from the date of original purchase (Limited Warranty).
3. WARRANTY: You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other
reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if products
fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
4. To the extent permitted by any applicable local law:
a. Our obligations under this Limited Warranty are limited to the repair, replacement or refund of covered parts
that prove defective under normal use during the Limited Warranty and does not extend to any claim for
damages that you or any other person may have for any loss (including without limitation consequential
damages or loss of profit, freight/shipping or travel costs), or damage howsoever caused whether or not such
loss or damage arises as a result of any defect in the product or from the failure or omission on our part to
comply with any obligation at law;
b. In replacing a defective product under the Limited Warranty, we may, at our discretion, substitute a model of
equivalent nature where the exact model is unavailable;
c. This Limited Warranty does not apply to damage caused by failure and damage caused by improper use
and abuse, fair wear and tear, accidents, misuse (including failure to follow instructions regarding care and
maintenance of the product), neglect, disassembly, alterations or external causes such as, but not limited
to, water damage, exposure to sharp objects, exposure to excessive force, anomalies in the electrical current
supplied to the product (if applicable), and extreme thermal or environmental conditions;
d. We may elect, at our discretion and as an alternative to repairing or replacing a defective part, to refund the
cost of the relevant product upon it being returned to us; and
e. This Limited Warranty does not extend to any products acquired for the purposes of re-supply, or for use in
manufacturing, or repair processes.
5. This warranty may be claimed by: returning the product to its place of purchase, with a detailed proof-of-purchase
clearly showing the date and detail of the purchase;
6. If you have any questions concerning this warranty policy, you may contact us in writing:
Adventure Operations, 71 Charles Ulm Place, Eagle Farm, 4009, QLD, Australia, or by
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ADVENTURE TRADING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD, ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND ITS
VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR ANY SIMILAR STANDARD IMPOSED BY APPLICABLE LEGISLATION AND ADVENTURE TRADING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR, REPLACE, OR OFFER A REFUND FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS
THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO ITS CUSTOMERS UNDER THIS DOCUMENT.
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