Kampa Rally 200 User manual

Instructions & care manual
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The Rally is a registered design exclusive to Kampa UK Limited
Some of the images shown in these instructions are other similar
Kampa awnings and are for illustration purposes only.
Rally Awning
200, 260 & 390
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IMPORTANT:
Awnings contain a high proportion of synthetic materials and
under certain conditions will be affected by condensation in-
side the awning. This should not be confused with leaking
and condensation can be improved by ensuring adequate
ventilation.
The main seams of this awning have been factory taped to
help prevent leakage. Depending upon your expectations, it
may be necessary to treat the remaining seams with a seam
sealant. Seam sealant should also be applied to areas where
the taping is damaged or has peeled away through wear and
tear. It can also be applied to areas where a leak may have
developed. Seam sealant is available through your dealer.
The awning beading is sewn to the awning with a special wa-
terproof sewing thread. This thread swells when wet to fill
the needle holes but thread needs to become wet several
times before it is totally effective. This process is known as
‘weathering’.
WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing your Kampa awning. Please read these instruc-
tions carefully before attempting to set up your awning and retain for future
reference. If used properly, your awning should give you years of trouble free
use. We recommend that your awning is insured against accidental and
storm damage as this is not covered by the warranty.
This awning is designed for use in light to moderate weather. During strong
winds or snowfall we recommend that you take your awning down. The awn-
ing is designed for touring use; it is not designed for static or commercial use.
We recommend a trial run before using your awning for the first time. This will
allow you to familiarise yourself with the awning, its set up and any limitations
the awning may have for your particular use. Please also check your caravan
awning rail to ensure that it is not damaged or has any sharp edges that could
damage your awning.

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Before using for the first time please check the contents of your awning
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Awning flysheet 111
Flexible Dynaflex roof poles 243
Dynasteel leg poles with adjustable feet sections 243
Dynalite aluminium adjustable roof stretcher
poles 222
Peg bag 111
Draught skirt 111
Carry bag 111
If you are missing any parts please contact your supplying dealer.
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SITING
Choose a site that is flat and, if possible, protected
from the wind. Try to set up your awning with the
doors facing away from the wind.
SET UP
To protect your awning from dirt and damage, it may
be beneficial to lay a groundsheet or awning carpet
down before unpacking. Unpack the awning, sepa-
rate and identify the different parts.
Assemble the flexible roof poles (3), these are shock
corded and just need slotting together ensuring that
each pole is fully inserted into the adjoining pole.
Assemble the steel legs. They are spring linked and
just need slotting together. They have an adjustable
foot – ensure that this is in its lowest position (making
pole shorter) by using the clamp adjuster.
Slide (1) the awning beading, on the rear of the awn-
ing roof, through the caravan awning channel until it
is in your required position (2). The awning should be
positioned on a horizontal part of the caravan.
Starting at one end of the awning, push a roof pole
into the pole sleeve (3), closed end first (with the
plastic end cap), connect the steel leg pole to the end
(4,5)) and then locate the bottom of this pole onto the
pin at the bottom of the awning (6). The pin is on an
adjustable webbing strap. The strap can be released
to make it easier to insert the pin into the bottom of
the pole. Always retighten the straps to ensure that
the awning is tensioned correctly.
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Attach the clips on the awning to the leg pole (7).
Continue with the other poles. It may make assembly
easier if you loosely guy out the two end poles as you
progress.
When all the legs are in position take the two alumini-
um stretcher poles into the awning. Put one end in
the pocket at the front corner of the awning, just
above the front window (8) and the other end in the
pocket in the opposite corner (9). Tension and tight-
en the thumbscrew. Repeat with the stretcher bar in
the middle of the roof ((10). Ensure that the thumb-
screws are positioned in such a way that the met-
al screw is not in contact with the awning materi-
al.
Go outside, close all doors and entrances. Peg the
rear corners of the awning. The awning wall should
be vertical and the pegging point should be pulled
slightly under the caravan (11) to ensure a good seal
between awning and caravan. It may be necessary
to shorten the front legs to achieve this. The pegging
points have a range of possible pegging options.
Select a point that puts the awning under tension but
without over stressing. Once the rear corners have
been pegged, peg each front corner (12). It is neces-
sary to pull each pegging point diagonally to create
tension in the awning. It may also be necessary to
adjust the length of the leg using the adjusting clamps
(13). Peg the intermediate pegging points, pegging
the points either side of doorways first. These door-
ways should be cross pegged - the points should be
pulled across each other. Once completed the awn-
ing should look taut without too many creases - if
necessary readjust the pegging and adjust the height
of the legs.
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PEGS
The Rally awning comes complete with general pur-
pose wire pegs. These will be suitable for many sites
but there will be some instances where different pegs
will be necessary. Your dealer will stock a range of
pegs suitable for different types of ground. For maxi-
mum effectiveness, pegs should be driven into the
ground at a 45°angle away from the pegging point.
CAUTION: Pegs can be sharp. Do not allow children
to play around the awning and ensure that suitable
protective footwear is worn.
GUY LINES
The Rally comes with guy lines pre-attached. We rec-
ommend that these guy lines are used at all times (14).
Peg the guy lines so that the awning is under tension
without distorting the shape, they should run in line
with the seams. The guy lines can be adjusted using
the runners. Guy lines should be secured using suita-
ble pegs - see above. DO NOT allow children to play
around your awning. Guy lines are a trip hazard.
SEALING BUMPER PADS
To help create a seal between caravan and awning the
Rally has sealing bumper pads (15) sewn to the rear
panels. Using the rear pegging points, these bumpers
should be pulled towards the caravan. An improved
seal can be maintained by use of the optional rear up-
right pole set. Insert the top of each pole into the
pocket in the top rear corner, adjust the height to bring
the pole under tension and then secure the pole to the
bumper pads using the tie tapes.
DRAUGHT SKIRT
The supplied draught skirt should be pulled through
the awning rail at the bottom of your caravan (16).
WINDOW BLINDS
The Rally has blinds to cover each window. The blinds
on the front window can be rolled up, the blinds on the
side windows roll to the side. Secure using the tie
tapes supplied (17).
MUD SKIRT
The Rally comes with an internal mud skirt to keep out
draughts. The mud skirt has eyelets that can be used
with pegs (not supplied) to secure it to the ground (18).
DO NOT use the mud skirt to peg your awning down.
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MONSOON POLES (optional at extra cost)
The Monsoon poles are designed to give extra support
to the roof in extreme weather conditions. They may
also offer extra support where the awning fit to the car-
avan is not perfect.
The Monsoon Poles are sold singly. The Rally 200
(MY 2013) & 260 will accept two poles and the Rally
390 three poles.
Assemble the Monsoon poles - these are shock cord-
ed and just need slotting together, ensuring that each
pole is fully inserted into the adjoining metal ferrule.
One end, of the pole, has a rubber stopper. Push this
end of the pole over the centre aluminium stretcher bar
(19) and then push the rubber stopper into the pocket
near the roof ensuring that it is fully inserted (20). At-
tach the clip, on the other end of the pole, onto the
stretcher bar at the front of the awning (21) ensuring
that the Monsoon pole is parallel with the exterior roof
poles.
STORM TIE DOWN KIT (optional at extra cost)
The Rally is supplied with a full set of guy lines that
should be used at all times. For extra security a Storm
Tie Down Kit is available. Attach each tie down to the
awning frame, on each of the corners. At the other
end of the tie down you will find a metal ‘D’ ring. At-
tach the hook, connected to the tension band, to the
‘D’ ring and then peg the tension band using the large
peg supplied or another suitable peg (22,23). Ensure
that the storm strap is pegged under tension but not so
that it distorts the shape of the awning. The tie downs
should always be used in pairs (24).
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SEAMS
The main seams of this awning have been factory taped to help prevent leakage. De-
pending upon your expectations, it may be necessary to treat the remaining seams
with a seam sealant. Seam sealant should also be applied to areas where the taping
is damaged or has peeled away through wear and tear. It can also be applied to areas
where a leak may have developed. Seam sealant is available through your dealer.
SUITABILITY
This awning is designed for use in light to moderate weather. During strong winds or
snowfall we recommend that you take your awning down. The awning is designed for
occasional use; it is not designed for static or commercial use.
UV DEGRADATION
Awning fabrics can be weakened by prolonged exposure to sunlight. Under normal
holiday use your awning will give long service but use for extended periods in strong
sunlight will soon cause deterioration. In those cases it would be wise to use a site as
shaded as possible. UV degradation is not covered under the warranty. The warranty
does not cover awnings used on permanent sites, displays or for commercial purpos-
es.
CONDENSATION
Awnings contain a high proportion of synthetic materials and under certain conditions
will be affected by condensation inside the awning. This should not be confused with
leaking and condensation can be improved by ensuring adequate ventilation. Conden-
sation and its effects are not covered under the warranty.
SAFETY
DO NOT COOK IN THE AWNING OR USE NAKED FLAMES. READ AND UNDER-
STAND THE FIRE PRECAUTIONS LABEL SEWN INTO THE INSIDE OF THE AWN-
ING.
DISMANTLING
Reverse the set up procedure. Ensure that all parts are clean before packing in the
carry bag. If the awning is wet or damp, dry fully as soon as possible.
FOLDING THE AWNING
Using two people, hold the awning at the tie down attachment points and lay the awn-
ing down on the ground so that the outside of the roof is on the ground and the front
windows are upwards on top of the roof. Protect the awning from dirt and damage, if
necessary, before laying on the ground. Fold each end inwards to create a rectangle.
From the outside edges, fold the panels in half until the awning is the corrct width for
the carry bag. Then roll the awning, towards the open end (end with the awning bead-
ing). The awning should now fit into he bag. The awning frame and the draught skirt
can be rolled up with the awning.

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CARE
Awnings are best stored opened out. Air fully and ensure it is totally dry before pack-
ing away. Store in a well ventilated dry place. A wet/damp awning will develop mildew
surprisingly quickly.
Dirty awnings can be washed using clean water and a soft brush. Do not scrub and
never use detergents.
Poles should be protected from damage and should be stored completely dry to pre-
vent corrosion of the ferrules. To prevent corrosion Dynasteel poles can be stored with
a light coating of petroleum jelly to protect them. Ensure that this is completely re-
moved before use. Damage due to improper use, wind damage or neglect is not cov-
ered under the warranty. Have any damage repaired at the first opportunity.
Failure in the poles normally occurs through incorrect use. Make sure that poles sec-
tions are fully inserted into their adjoining pole and do not over stress the pole beyond
its designed curve. You can purchase replacement poles from your dealer. Connect-
ing springs or shock cord, used to connect poles together, are consumable parts and
are not covered under this guarantee.
Zips should be treated with care, use two hands to close and open and never tread on
them. Never force a zip.
We strongly recommend that you carry a comprehensive spares kit including silicone
waterproof spray, seam sealer, tape for repairing split poles, and spare guy ropes and
pegs for extreme weather.
Repairs to the flysheet should be made by a company recommended by Kampa or
your supplying dealer. Repairs and alterations made by an unauthorised company
may invalidate your warranty.
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PROBLEM SOLUTIONS Difficulty in pulling the rear of the awning close to the caravan
1. Try lowering the front adjustable legs. The rear pegging points
should always be pegged first, before applying too much tension to the front legs.
Rear of awning is too close to the caravan 1. Adjust the front legs upwards The awning is sagging in the roof or collect- ing water
1. The Rally awning is universal and the fit varies from caravan to
caravan. Try stretching all adjustable poles to tension the awning. The walls should be taut with no flapping material.
2. Re-peg the awning ensuring that the walls and roof are taut 3. You could try installing the optional Monsoon Poles available from
you Kampa dealer
My awning is moving along the awning rail 1. Peg the awning tautly
2. Use the optional Awning Rail Stoppers available from your Kampa
dealer
If a connecting spring breaks 1. These parts are consumable and are only there to help assemble
your poles, they are not structural. If these springs become over- stretched or break they can be replaced with new springs availa- ble from your Kampa dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING

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PROBLEM SOLUTIONS If you think your awning has a water leak 1. Most suspected leakage is actually condensation (see condensa-
tion section of this manual). This forms on the inside of the awn- ing fabric. Try to increase the ventilation by opening the doors. A waterproof groundsheet will help stop moisture from the ground causing condensation. The fabric, used to make this awning, has a massive 4000 mm hydrostatic head, so it is extremely unlikely that it would leak.
If your awning has a water leak at specific points/areas
1. The main seams of this awning have been factory taped to help
prevent leakage. Depending upon your expectations, it may be necessary to treat the remaining seams with a seam sealant. Seam sealant should also be applied to areas where the taping is damaged or has peeled away through wear and tear. It can also be applied to areas where a leak may have developed. Seam sealant is available through your dealer.
If you think your awning has a water leak at the beading that attaches to the caravan
It is not possible to hot air tape the join between the awning and the caravan beading. Therefore we use a special waterproof sewing thread. This thread swells when wet to fill the needle holes but the thread needs to become wet several times before it is totally effec- tive. This is known as ‘weathering’. You can also treat this seam with seam sealant for a quicker effect.
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Kampa UK Limited
Witham, CM8 3EU
Monsoon Pole (G)
Provides extra support
for the roof in extreme
weather conditions.
E
Tie Down Kit (D)
Extra security in bad
weather. Sold in pairs
complete with pegs.
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OPTIONAL EXTRAS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR AWNING
Easy Tread Groundsheet (B)
Breathable and made to fit your
awning
Rear Upright Pole
Set (C)
Provides an better
seal between cara-
van and awning
Integrated Windbreak (D)
Offers protection and privacy. Designed to
fit to the contour of the Rally awning and will
fit either side - why not have two?
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B
C
D
F
Rally Enclosure (A)
Creates an enclosed area in front of your
Rally awning. Available in 260 and 390 siz-
es (not suitable for Rally 200). A 260 En-
closure will fit onto a Rally 390.
Awning Rail Stopper (F)
Fixes into your awning rail and stops
the awning moving in the rail. Suits
all porch awnings. Twin pack.
G