TENT CARE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL OF THE TENT CARE INFORMATION
AND INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THIS TENT BEFORE
USING YOUR TENT FOR THE FIRST TIME.
1. Before you use your new tent, fully unpack and pitch it at home.
It is important to familiarise yourself with the set up procedure and
the various features.
2. Select a site that is level, clear of any sharp objects, is dry, will
drain well if it rains and is protected from wind and other elements.
3. Keep clear of overhead power lines and trees when setting up your
tent.
4. For best and easiest results, enlist the help of at least one other
person to assist in pitching the tent.
5. Keep all flame and heat sources away from this tent fabric. Do not
use open flame or gas appliances in or near your tent.
6. Do not use aerosol sprays or any solvent based products in or
around your tent as these could damage the fabric or special
coatings. These products include but are not limited to: repellent
spray, hair sprays, alcohol, detergents, fly spray, petrol, kerosene
etc.
7. Please note, the warranty on this tent will be deemed void if
the product is used for any purpose other than a temporary,
recreational use shelter.
8. Handle the tent poles carefully. When unfolding and folding the
tent poles, do not allow the shock cord to pull and snap the ends
together. This can damage the poles ends and result in breakage
when the pole is tensioned.
9. Especially in windy conditions, it is essential that you attach guy
ropes and fasten them to the ground. We suggest you insert the
pegs into the ground at a 45° angle towards the tent, not straight
down. Please note, your tent will nor be covered under warranty
if wind damage occurs.
10. Use all of the guy ropes and pegs included to ensure your tent
is secure and to prevent damage to both yourself and the tent.
Check guy ropes/pegs daily.
11. Ensure there is an adequate gap between the fly and inner tent
to enable ventilation and to prevent condensation build up.
12. Hold the flaps up, when closing the doors, to take pressure off
the zips. Ensure that the tent fabric is never over stretched,
especially as this may cause problems with the internal doors.
13. To clean your tent, only ever use a soft sponge and warm water.
DO NOT use excess force or other harsh cleaners to remove
marks from tent.
14. Ensure the tent is completely dry and clean before storing away
and ensure to store it in a dry environment.
IMPORTANT:
1. Under certain conditions (cold weather, high humidity etc.)
condensation may form on the inside of your tent fly.
Condensation can occur for many reasons including vapour from
your breath, perspiration, cooking nearby or wet clothing inside
your tent. This does NOT mean your tent is leaking through the
fabric. You can minimise condensation by opening windows
and airing out your tent during the day and by removing any wet
clothing/towels etc.
2. Try to avoid pitching your tent under trees as tree limbs, falling
leaves, sap, bird droppings or excess water dripping from
the trees can cause damage to the tent fabric and its special
coatings resulting in leakage or discolouration.
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 tent 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.
3. Only remove the tent pegs by pulling on the peg itself. NEVER pull
on the tent or the webbing loops to remove pegs as it could result in
damage to the tent or personal injury.
4. DO NOT leave tent pitched for weeks at a time as extended
exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays can damage and/or cause it to
discolour. Your tent will not be covered under warranty if you leave
it up for many weeks at a time.
5. STORAGE:
NEVER store your tent wet or dirty (even for short periods of time).
NEVER store your pegs or poles inside your tent. Always use the
separate bags they are supplied in.
6. You may want to insure your tent against loss or damage.
Distributed by: Aber, Hamilton, NZ
www.kiwicamping.co.nz
4821-09/17
Key points:
Filename: 4821_KC072-418_Heron_Instr.pdf
Dimensions: 400mm W x 200mm H
Colour: Black
