NORTHPOLE 88-97-08 User manual

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
1. CONDENSATION
2. MILDEW
3. REPAIRING A TEAR
4. FAULTY ZIPPER
5. FLOOR CONDENSATION
SOLUTION
THIS IS CAUSED BY LOWER TEMPERATURES ON OUTSIDE OF PRODUCT COMBINED
WITH BODY HEAT ON INSIDE OF PRODUCT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, AVOID TOUCHING
WALLS TO REDUCE CONTACT LEAKAGE. LEAVING DOORS AND WINDOWS OPEN WILL
REDUCE CONDENSATION.
TO AVOID MILDEW, NEVER STORE YOUR PRODUCT WET OR DAMP. HOWEVER, IF
MILDEW OCCURS, USE A SOFT BRISTLE BRUSH OR SPONGE WITH MILD SOAP TO
CLEAN. LET DRY IN THE SUNLIGHT AND APPLY SEAM SEALER COMPOUND ON INSIDE
SEAMS.
PRODUCTS ARE MANUFACTURED WITH ZIPPERS WHICH, IF THE ZIPPER SEPARATES, IT
CAN BE FIXED BY MOVING THE SLIDER TO THE BEGINNING OF THE ZIPPER TAPE AND
REWORKING THE ZIPPER. IF THIS DOESN'T WORK, A REPLACEMENT ZIPPER MAY BE
ORDERED FROM OUR PARTS DEPARTMENT, AND MAY BE INSTALLED BY A REPAIR
SHOP IN YOUR AREA.
FOR SMALL TEARS USE A SELF-ADHESIVE PATCH KIT. WE RECOMMEND A REPAIR
SHOP FOR LARGER TEARS.
TO PREVENT FLOOR CONDENSATION USE A GROUND CLOTH. PLACING A GROUND
CLOTH UNDER YOUR PRODUCT WILL PROLONG ITS LIFE. GROUND CLOTH SIZE
SHOULD BE SLIGHTLY SMALLER THAN PRODUCT FLOOR SIZE.
PERHAPS WE'VE MISSED SOMETHING IN OUR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE. FEEL FREE TO GIVE US YOUR IDEAS ON
"TRICKS OF CAMPING", REPAIR PROCEDURES, FEATURES YOU'D LIKE TO SEE, OR OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS.
SEND THEM TO:
NORTHPOLE LIMITED
23 Town and Country Drive
Washington, MO 63090
(ONLY APPLICABLE ON PRODUCTS WITH FLOOR)
NOTICE!
FOR MISSING PARTS:
1-800-775-1965 or 1-800-366-1599

A Message To Our Customers
Thank you for purchasing a quality product manufactured by NorthPole Limited. As the world leader in outdoor recreational
p
roducts, we pride ourselves in delivering high quality and customer friendly products. As with any new product, it is very
important to read all the information on safety, assembly/disassembly and care of your new purchase prior to usage.
As a valued customer, your satisfaction is very important to us. We at NorthPole Limited welcome your feedback and
look forward to continuing our relationship with the development of new, innovative products to suit your needs.
Please visit your favorite retailer for other quality products from NorthPole Limited.
IMPORTANT: We advise you to assemble this product at least once at home before going on a trip to ensure that you have
attained a satisfactory knowledge of the assembly process. Being familiar with your product will make it easier if you have
to set up in the dark or under adverse conditions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND TIP INFORMATION
TO MAXIMIZE THE ENJOYMENT OF YOUR PRODUCT PLEASE ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR PRODUCT AS SAFELY AS
POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE
HAZARDS RELATING TO THE USE AND ASSEMBLY OF YOUR PRODUCT. THE PURPOSE OF THE TIP SYMBOL IS
TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO SUGGESTIONS THAT WILL ASSIST YOU IN THE ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY PROCESS
AND ENHANCE YOUR CAMPING EXPERIENCE. WHEN YOU SEE THESE SYMBOLS, PLEASE CLOSELY FOLLOW THE
INFORMATION PROVIDED.
WARNING
• KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM THIS TENT FABRIC. This fabric is not fireproof! It is made with
flame resistant fabric, which meets CPAI-84 specifications. The fabric may burn if left in continuous contact with any flame
source. The application of any foreign substance to the fabric may render the flame-resistant properties ineffective.
• Do not erect this product near an open flame.
• Never use any fuel burning, oxygen consuming devices, or any device that produces fumes (including, but not limited to
cooking stoves, lanterns, candles, hibachis, or heaters) in or around your product. Inhalation of fumes may result in
carbon monoxide poisoning, injury and/or death.
• This product is not waterproof!
• Your product is water repellent, however, during heavy rain some leakage may occur. Keep objects from touching the
inside, as objects may cause leakage at the point of contact.
• To prevent seam leakage (floor seams in particular), a seam sealer compound must be applied to the seams. Use
recommended water repellent compounds on our product. Read the label on any product before using. Questions?
Call our Customer Service number.
• Your recreational product is made from synthetic fabric that has been treated and is highly resistant to the sun’s Ultraviolet
(UV) light. No fabric can withstand prolonged exposure to sunlight. UV damage is not covered by the limited warranty.
• Do not spray or apply insecticide or pesticide on your product. It may damage UV resistant and/or water repellent
properties of your product. Any damage caused by applying insecticide or pesticide on your product is not covered
bythe limited warranty.
• Our recreational products are constructed to rigid specifications. They are not made, however, for extreme weather,
climates, or environments. Modification, abuse and extreme weather are some conditions that may adversely affect
the structural integrity.
• Additional precautions may be necessary during inclement or “surprise” weather conditions. Here are some tips that
may help during these times:
Use guy lines to help secure your structure during periods of heavy winds.
Storms or steady rains may collect in water pockets on the roof. This will add weight, which can weaken the overall
structure causing the uprights to collapse. Maintain a watchful eye and remove any water accumulation that may occur.
• Your product must be stored dry. One of the easiest ways to damage your product is storing it while it is wet. Storing a
wet tent as short as 24 hours in warm weather is likely to cause mildew on the fabric. Once mildew sets in, the stains are
permanent. Stains cannot be removed without potential harm to the fabric coatings and are not covered by the limited
warranty.
• If you must close camp in the rain, open your product and set it up to allow it to dry as soon as possible. Even when your
product appears to be dry after use, it is always best to unfold and assure it is completely dry before storing. Hanging it
outside or even leaving loosely clumped in your house for a few days, turning it inside and out to assure it has dried
everywhere, can help prevent damage.
• This product is not machine washable. To clean product, use mild soap and let it dry thoroughly before storage.

✔QTY. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
FABRIC BODY
___ 1 Tent Body N/A
POLES
___ 1 Steel, chain-corded Center Roof Pole w/ R-Springs and Hubs- green CRPL-373GR
___ 2 Steel, chain-corded Side Roof Pole w/ R-springs &Hubs- green SRPL-373GR
___ 6 Steel, chain-corded Roof Gable Pole- green RGPL-171GR
___ 6 Steel, chain-corded Leg Pole w/ R-Springs- green LPOL-171GR
___ 2 Steel, curved Middle Eave Pole w/ R-Spring (spring on outside right)- green EPLM-28GR
___ 4 Steel, curved Corner Eave Pole w/ R-Spring (spring on outside left)- green EPLC-28GR
___ 2 Fiberglass, shock-corded Bay Window Pole w/ corners- black BWPL-25CR79
If you wish to order a complete set of poles, please use:
___ 1 Pole Set of all Twenty-Three Steel & Fiberglass Poles- green/black PSET-GRBK
RAINFLY
___ 1 Rainfly w/ webbing loops; green/ brown trim RFLY-GRBR06
CARRY BAG
___ 1 Carry Bag- w/wheels- navy CBAG-950NV
UNIVERSAL PARTS
___ 25-Way Hub- center side (one in center of each SRPL pole) 5WAY-333-1
___ 2 4-Way Hub- left side (one to left of center on each SRPL pole) 4WAY-334-1
___ 2 4-Way Hub- right side (one to right of center on each SRPL pole) 4WAY-335-1
___ 2 3-Way Hub- gable top (one to front end and one on rear end of CRPL pole) 3WAY-120-4
___ 14-Way Hub- gable middle (one in middle of CRPL pole) 4WAY-120-3
___ 1Remote Control Light Set; 2pc LITERC
___ 2 Shelf; 3 Tier SHF3-12X15
___ 2 Support Strap with clips and slider STRP-307
___ 1Pole Bag PBAG-46IN
___ 1 Stake Bag SBAG-16IN
___ 8 Guy Rope; 3M GROPE-3M
STAKES
___ 1 Stake Set of Sixteen 9 in. plastic stakes SSET-16PL9IN
Review your parts list above to make sure all parts listed above have been included in your package.
Please do NOT return product to store.
Call our TOLL FREE Numbers: 800 775-1965 or 800-366-1599 Monday-Friday 7am - 5pm CST
Mention your complete Model Number so that our Representative may assist you!
Model # 88-97-08 Vacation Cottage
14 ft. x 14 ft. x 92 in.
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CRPL-373GR
SRPL-373GR
RGPL-171GR
LPOL-171GR
EPLM-28GR
EPLC-28GR
BWPL-25CR79
STRP-307

STEP 1: Verify Package Contents
Verify package contents by emptying contents of
bag(s) and confirming all parts are included and
undamaged. Tip: Do this at home before you leave
on your trip.
STEP 2: Assemble the Roof Poles
A) Select a smooth level site and spread out your
tent.
B) Lay all parts of structure out on a flat open area.
Extend tent poles, and sort into groups by style i.e.
roof gable poles, leg poles, eave poles, etc…. This
will simplify the assembly process.
C) Assemble roof ridge poles and attach hubs. Lock
poles into hubs by popping R-springs on poles into
slots on underside of hubs.TIP: Note that orienta-
tion of hubs must be correct.
D) Attach the gable poles to corre-
sponding openings on hubs.Important:
Make sure R-springs snap into hub
slots and poles are locked into place.
STEP 3: Set Up the Tent
A) Take tent fabric and
locate brass S-hooks
on peaks and roofline
of tent. Attach S-hooks
to small holes on
underside of corresponding hubs.
B) Snap Quick Clips (attached to tent
body) over roof ridge poles to shape
roof.
C) Snap support straps in place over roof ridge
poles.
D) Insert leg poles into lower hub sockets. TIP:
Make sure end of leg pole with R-spring on it is the
one you are inserting into hub.
E) Insert opposite ends of leg poles onto pin-rings at
base of tent.
F) Insert curved eave poles into hubs, making sure
R-springs lock into hub slots.
G) Snap Quick Clips over leg poles.
H) Slide bay window poles through
bay window pole sleeves.
I) Secure poles to tent fabric using
nylon fasteners provided.
STEP 4: Attach the Rainfly
A) Drape rainfly over tent top.
B) Insert ends of eave poles into pole
pockets located on corners of rainfly.
STEP 5: Stake the Tent
A) Secure tent by driving stakes
through webbing loops located at
base of tent. TIP: Make sure tent
floor is stretched tight as you stake it
down.
B) To secure guy lines, find the guy
line plastic slider and look for the por-
tion of line opposite the knot. Pull this
portion, forming a loop (works just like
a slip knot!)
C) Extend guy line to ground and drive a stake
through the loop to secure. Tip: make sure you drive
the stake through this loop to hold the guy line taut.
You can always slide the plastic slider toward the
product’s frame to readjust the tension. Repeat for
remaining guy lines.
STEP 6: Add Accessories
A) Attach shelf unit to tent by taking
S-hooks and attaching them to the
loops in the tent located at the back of
tent.
B) The divider has toggles on the
edges, which attach to fabric loops
inside tent. To install divider, push
each toggle through its corresponding
loop.
ASSEMBL
Y INSTRUCTIONS
THIS RECREATIONAL PRODUCT REQUIRES TWO ADULTS TO ASSEMBLE.
* Unless otherwise specified all instructions will be given assuming the assembler is facing the front opening of the tent.
*Carefully fold out your poles, using caution to prevent snapping the shock-cording. Make sure each pole segment is “seated” into the next section
before flexing the pole during set-up.