Kiwi Camping Tuatara Configuration guide

Tuatara 2.5 x 2.5 Awning
Model No. KC077-001
Filename: 5214_KC077-001_Tuatara 2.5 x2.5 Awning
Dimensions: A5 Booklet
Colour: Black
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Regularly check nuts and bolts attaching the awning to your vehicle to make
sure fastenings are tight and in good condition.
• If using a commercial car wash, remove awning bag and xtures to avoid
damage.
• Do not use awning or storage bag to hoist, lift or support yourself.
• It is important when mounting the awning to a vehicle, that all the mounting
brackets supplied are adequately spaced to support the weight of the
awning.
• Products applied to a vehicle roof will alter vehicle handling. The
manufacturer disclaims all responsibility in relation to accidents due to
improper use, incorrect maintenance, or negligence in maintaining fastening
hardware.
• This awning will support Tuatara accessory walls (KC077-006 - Front Wall
and KC077-005 - Side Wall). Attaching different models, or inappropriate
weight, could damage frame and will not be covered by warranty.
• Do not attempt to put up in windy conditions.
• To avoid pooling of water on top of awning, always set up awning with
sufcient angle to allow water to run off.

Your Awning includes:
1 x awning and awning bag, 2 x guy ropes and pegs
2 x L-brackets with 4 x bolts, washers and nuts
4 x square U-bolts with 4 x mounting plates with
8 x washers and nuts
4 x 20mmx30mm T-bolts with 4 x washers and nuts
ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
To connect the awning to a vehicle, rst locate the appropriate hardware kit
associated with your vehicle’s crossbar prole. Select the proper hardware
kit by matching the prole shape of your crossbars with one of the two
options below:
Before proceeding, please familiarise yourself with the L-Bracket.
The instructions will refer to the vertical facing of the L-Bracket.
1. U-Shape Bolt 2. T-Slot (two sizes included)
Vertical face
Horizontal face
Filename: 5214_KC077-001_Tuatara 2.5 x2.5 Awning
Dimensions: A5 Booklet
Colour: Black
You will also need:
1 x adjustable spanner
1 x person to help attach awning to vehicle

SQUARE U-BOLT INSTRUCTIONS
Secure the L-Bracket to the Crossbars
1. Place supplied L-Bracket on top of your crossbars, with the vertical
end facing away from the vehicle.
2. Place Square U-Bolts on top of the L-Bracket with the mounting plate
under the crossbar.
Tip - The U-Bolt assembly should be 2.5cm apart.
Tip - Ensure vertical faces of L-Brackets are aligned before fully tightening.
3. Tighten each lock nut evenly while keeping L-Brackets level and
aligned.
Attach your awning to the L-Brackets
4. Slide four awning T-Bolts into awning channels, found on the back
side of the awning.
5. With a partner, hold Awning up to L-Bracket and align T-Bolt threads
with L-Bracket holes on vertical faces.
6. Insert T-Bolts through the L-Bracket holes and tighten the lock nuts
with a few turns, without fully tightening.
Tip - The Awning T-Bolts should still be able to move back and forth inside the
awning channel.
7. Ensure awning is centered between both crossbars, then fully tighten
all lock nuts to secure the awning.
Tip - It is recommended to take a short drive after attaching fixtures. Check on return to
see if any further tightening of brackets is necessary. Check fixtures regularly during use.

T-SLOT INSTRUCTIONS
Secure the L-Bracket to the Crossbars
1. Insert T-Bolts into the channel after removing or depressing rubber
strip.
Tip – T-Bolt heads should slide back and forth but not fully rotate.
2. Place L-Bracket on both T-Bolts, providing a minimum of 1 empty
hole set in between each T-Bolt.
Tip - Ensure vertical faces of L-Brackets are aligned before fully tightening.
3. Tighten each lock nut evenly.
Attach your awning to the L-Brackets
4. Slide four awning T-Bolts into awning channels, found on the back
side of the awning.
5. With a partner, hold Awning up to L-Bracket and align T-Bolt threads
with L-Bracket holes on vertical faces.
6. Insert T-Bolts through the L-Bracket holes and tighten the lock nuts
with a few turns, without fully tightening.
Tip - The Awning T-Bolts should still be able to move back and forth inside the
awning channel.
7. Ensure awning is centered between both crossbars, then fully
tighten all lock nuts to secure the awning.
Tip - It is recommended to take a short drive after attaching fixtures. Check on return to
see if any further tightening of brackets is necessary. Check fixtures regularly during use.
Filename: 5214_KC077-001_Tuatara 2.5 x2.5 Awning
Dimensions: A5 Booklet
Colour: Black

PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Unzip the storage bag, release
the hook and loop tabs.
2. Carefully unroll awning.
3. Release both vertical poles from
the U-shape groove at the front
of the awning and extend.
4. Twist to lock to desired height.
Have someone support the front
of the awning.
5. Take out the side poles from the
U-shape groove.
6. Grasp the side pole and insert
the pole tip spigot into the
appropriate hole.
7. Twist to lock the side pole into
the hole, then walk to the other
side and repeat the process.
8. Secure the hook and loop tabs
around the side poles.
9. Peg out the guy ropes and pole
bases ensuring the awning
remains securely anchored.
Tip - Pitch the awning at a slight angle to
allow rain run-off.
Tip - To extend poles, twist the poles, not the
black joiner.
Tip - Insert pegs at a 45 ˚
angle to ensure pegs
won’t pull out.
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1. Carefully remove pegs, roll-up
the guy ropes, remove excess
soil from the pegs and store
them in their bag. Unfasten
hook and loop tabs from side
poles.
2. Have someone support the front
of the awning.Twist to unlock
the side poles and take out
from the front hole, then put it
back in the U-shape groove.
3. Twist to unlock the vertical
poles, then put it back in the
front U-shape groove.
4. Roll up the awning and put
into storage bag on top of
crossbars.
5. Strap the awning with hook and
loop tabs to ensure it is secure
and then close the zipper.
COLLAPSING INSTRUCTIONS
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Filename: 5214_KC077-001_Tuatara 2.5 x2.5 Awning
Dimensions: A5 Booklet
Colour: Black
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1. Never store your awning away damp. Should mildew spots appear, brush them off
before they become attached. Mildew damage of any kind is not covered by our
warranty. DO NOT use excess force or other harsh tools to remove soilage from
your awning.
2. Like all assets, polycotton canvas awnings require regular care and attention to
give the life and service expected. Regular cleaning with an abundance of clean
water and a soft brush, especially after exposure to salt water will preserve your
awning’s life. Do not allow bird droppings, earth or vegetable matter to remain in
contact with the fabric. NEVER USE SOAPS OR DETERGENTS.
3. Polycotton canvas is not fire proof, if exposed to flame or high heat sources it
can ignite and burn. Always take care when using spirit or gas appliances such as
stoves and lanterns near your awning.
4. Some products contain chemicals, which can destroy your awnings proofing and
cause it to leak. Avoid using aerosol sprays and keep petrol, oil, solvents and other
similar fluids away from the fabric. Do not use these inside or around your awning
as any damage caused by these is not covered by our warranty.
5. Always remember that your awning is made from cloth, and should not be
compared with a house. It is waterproof under normal conditions but in severe
weather conditions some water may penetrate. If you apply water proofing to your
awning check that you are applying the right one for your awning’s polycotton
canvas type.
6. Extra pegs and ropes are recommended in stormy conditions. Please note, wind
damage is not covered by our warranty. Check and adjust guy ropes and pegs daily.
7. Awning fabrics are not 100% colourfast and some fading will occur naturally,
however; this does not affect the performance of the fabric. Do not leave your
awning up and unattended for extended periods of time. Awnings are not designed
as permanent dwellings. Awnings are guaranteed for normal camping use only.
8. Check all fixtures regularly and tighten when necessary.
9. When rolling up awning, ensure there are no creases or folds in the fabric.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL OF THE CARE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH
THIS AWNING BEFORE USING IT FOR THE FIRST TIME.

Distributed by: Aber Living, Hamilton, NZ
www.kiwicamping.co.nz
5214-06/20
WARRANTY INFORMATION
THE WARRANTY PERIOD FOR THIS TENT IS FOUND ON THE PACKAGING AND FULL
DETAILS ARE ON THE KIWI CAMPING WEBSITE - WWW.KIWICAMPING.CO.NZ.
The original purchaser of this product is offered a warranty if during this time
period the product fails due to a fault in either materials or workmanship. Service
under this warranty is available by returning the product, with your proof of
purchase, to where it was purchased. If after inspection it is determined that the
product is defective, we will repair or replace it (at our discretion) free of charge.
This warranty does not cover misuse, damage caused by accident, storm or wind
damage, mildew, neglect, UV degradation and fair wear and tear. Please note,
the warranty on this awning will be deemed void if the product is used for any
purpose other than a temporary shelter. If the claim is not deemed a warranty
or is outside it’s warranty period, we can repair the product at a nominal cost.
Filename: 5214_KC077-001_Tuatara 2.5 x2.5 Awning
Dimensions: A5 Booklet
Colour: Black