Tentsile T-Mini User manual
It is important that all users read and understand the materials in
this manual before any installation and use of the product.
NO MORE THAN 1 MONTH CONTINUOUS USE AT ANY ONE TIME
DO NOT LEAVE OUTSIDE UNATTENDED.
T-Mini
OWNERS MANUAL
CONGRATULATIONS
YOU ARE NOW THE PROUD OWNER OF A
03: Introduction03: Introduction
04: Terms of Use04: Terms of Use
05: Specifications05: Specifications
06: Warnings & Disclaimers06: Warnings & Disclaimers
07-08: Layout & Alignment07-08: Layout & Alignment
09-22: Set up instructions09-22: Set up instructions
23: Floor calibration23: Floor calibration
24: Ratchet usage24: Ratchet usage
25: Policies25: Policies
26: The small print26: The small print
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL USERS READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MATERIALS
IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ANY INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE PRODUCT.
Tentsile T-Mini
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W A R N I N GW A R N I N G
TENTSILE IS NOT A TOYTENTSILE IS NOT A TOY
RISK OF SERIOUS INJURYRISK OF SERIOUS INJURY
A VISUAL AND TACTILE INSPECTION OF YOUR TENTSILE’S FLOOR,
STRAPS AND RATCHETS SHOULD BE MADE BEFORE EACH USE.
FOR SAFETY REASONS, STRAPS AND RATCHETS SHOULD BE
REPLACED EVERY 2 YEARS.
NO MORE THAN 3 MONTHS CONTINUOUS USE AT ANY ONE TIME
DO NOT LEAVE OUTSIDE UNATTENDED FOR MORE THAN A WEEK.
THE HAMMOCK IS RATED FOR 1,500 HOURS OF UV EXPOSURE.
CHECK THE HEALTH AND STRENGTH OF THE TREES
CHOSEN TO BE ANCHOR POINTS BEFORE USE.
Recommended set up height 1.2m / 4 feet
MAX LOAD 200kg / 440lbs.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM WEIGHT LOAD CAPACITY.
Introduction Terms of Use
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The T-Mini provides a unique opportunity for you and your friends to experience the great
outdoors with a whole new level of freedom and comfort.
Tentsile invented Tree Tents as treehouses you can take anywhere; combining the versatility
of a hammock with the comfort and security of a tent.
The T-Mini comprises of a double hammock, suspended in tension above the ground for 2
people.
The unique design creates a comfortable base camp, irrespective of ground conditions, as
well as providing increased protection from, snakes and other predators – if you venture
somewhere more exotic.
This product was created because Tentsile loves trees and believes that if we’re all hanging
out in trees, they can’t cut them down!
20 trees are planted for every Tentsile Tree Tent sold.
PLAY, CAMP, EXPLORE...
Tentsile Tree Tent should be set up only as outlined in this
manual.
NEVER jump into, onto or use it as a trampoline or
swing. It is not intended to be used for rock climbing,
cliff faces, overhangs or above or next to large drops.
DO NOT attempt to use this product for anything
another than its intended purpose, and always observe
height and weight limits.
DO NOT use walls, fences, street furniture, roof
racks, movable platforms, posts or trees less than
25cm/10inches in diameter as anchor points, as they
may not be strong enough.
DO NOT use tensioning components other than those
supplied with this product.
DO NOT set up higher than 1.2metres / 4 feet from the
ground or above hard, sharp or pointy objects.
Tactile and visual checks should be made to
ALL tent components and ALL anchor points before each
use.
Replace any damaged elements if any are found.
Keep away from fire and sharp objects.
DO NOT use after the consumption of any intoxicating
substances.
Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
DO NOT attach to trees or branches that show signs of
structural weakness.
DO NOT adjust/open ratchets whilst tent
is occupied.
DO NOT use during lightning storms or high winds.
DO NOT use in areas of unstable ground.
Tentsile Tree Tents do not offer protection from all
animals.
Specifications Warnings & Disclaimers
Size:
3.25 x 3.25 x 2.7m / 10 x 10 x 8ft
Floor area:
3.75sqm / 40sqf
Bag Size:
30 x 14 x 14cm / 12 x 6 x 6”
Ratchet & straps:
3 x 25mm straps - 1.5 tonne
minimum breaking strength.
1 x 25mm Ratchet.
Floor:
45D polyester-nylon composite, or
black mesh.
Tent weight:
2.5kg / 5.5lbs
Maximum capacity:
2 adults.
Maximum height:
1.2m / 4ft
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LOAD 220kg / 485lbs
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Installation and use of the Tentsile Tree Tent may involve
heights, can be dangerous and may lead to injury and/
or death.
The installation must never be executed by minors, and
extreme care and caution must be taken when executed
by adults.
Do not use any other components, parts, tools or
materials other than those included in the Tentsile Tree
Tent package, recommended in this manual or in other
Tentsile literature.
A hanging and/or suspension system is only as strong
as its weakest link and all instructions and guidelines
must be followed.
The Tentsile Tree Tent must only be used in the manner
described in this manual. When assembled and
installed, the Tentsile Tree Tent places significant force
on the anchor points; great care must be exercised when
using it to decrease the risk of injury and/or death.
Overloading the Tentsile Tree Tent with more than
485lbs (220kg) increases the forces and may cause
anchor, Tree Tent and/or any parts to fail, resulting
in injury and/or death.
The manufacturer and resellers of the Tentsile Tree
Tent explicitly disclaim any and all responsibility
and liability for any death, paralysis, injury, and/
or damage to any person or property that may occur
that arises out of or is in any way related to the use
of this product.
Using any equipment that is suspended above
ground can be a dangerous activity that may result
in serious injury and/or death even when used
properly. Use at your own risk and always use
common sense.
Positioning the T-MiniPositioning the T-Mini
Tentsile Tree Tents need 3 secure and strong anchor points to suspend from. TheTentsile Tree Tents need 3 secure and strong anchor points to suspend from. The
distances are marked below. Once the location is found, lay out the T-Mini ondistances are marked below. Once the location is found, lay out the T-Mini on
the ground with the corners facing your selected trees. Protective tree wraps arethe ground with the corners facing your selected trees. Protective tree wraps are
provided should you wish to use them.provided should you wish to use them.
T-Mini FloorT-Mini Floor
x1 Ratchetx1 Ratchet
x3 Strapsx3 Straps
T-MiniT-Mini
Minimum setup distances:Minimum setup distances:
4 x 4 x 3m / 10 x 10 x 13ft4 x 4 x 3m / 10 x 10 x 13ft
Maximum setup distances:
9 x 9 x 10m / 29 x 29 x 32ft
Anchor point shouldAnchor point should
be less than 90 degrees frombe less than 90 degrees from
each other.each other.
TreeTree
TreeTree
Tree
TreeTree TreeTree
TreeTree
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Sight-Line-TagSight-Line-Tag
Use the Sight-Line-Tag on the side of the T-Mini. LookUse the Sight-Line-Tag on the side of the T-Mini. Look
along the tag and ensure it and the strap are inline withalong the tag and ensure it and the strap are inline with
the tree. There is a tolerance of up to 5-7 degrees, butthe tree. There is a tolerance of up to 5-7 degrees, but
if Sight-Line-Tags are ignored – you are likely to breakif Sight-Line-Tags are ignored – you are likely to break
your unit.your unit.
SIGHTLINETAGS
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1, Wrap the loop end of each
strap around your selected trees.
2, Once around, thread the
strap and pull it all through
towards the T-Mini.
3, Ensure the strap is
flat against the tree
and not twisted.
Tree Straps
With a location found,
start by wrapping the
tree straps around your
selected trees.
Rear/TailRear/Tail
FrontFront
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Lay Out The T-MiniLay Out The T-Mini
Take the T-Mini and lay it out on the ground inTake the T-Mini and lay it out on the ground in
the desired location between yout selected trees.the desired location between yout selected trees.
Ensure it is the correct way up with the elasticEnsure it is the correct way up with the elastic
crossed straps facing up.crossed straps facing up.
4, Lay the T-Mini on the4, Lay the T-Mini on the
ground inbetweenground inbetween
your selected treesyour selected trees
with the straps.with the straps.
T-MiniT-Mini
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5, Wrap the loose end5, Wrap the loose end
underneath the straight edge.underneath the straight edge.
4, Pull the strap attached to4, Pull the strap attached to
tree through the D-ring.tree through the D-ring.
6, Continue over the top and6, Continue over the top and
back underneath againback underneath again
and hold underneath.and hold underneath.
Tying The Half Windsor KnotTying The Half Windsor Knot
Once all 3 straps are around the selected trees,Once all 3 straps are around the selected trees,
they can then be connected to the D-rings. 2 ofthey can then be connected to the D-rings. 2 of
the corners require Half Windsor knots, one at thethe corners require Half Windsor knots, one at the
rear/tail and the other at either front corner.rear/tail and the other at either front corner.
Rear/Tail:Rear/Tail:
Attach Half WindsorAttach Half Windsor
KnotKnot
Front:Front:
Tie Half Windsor to either sideTie Half Windsor to either side
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T-MiniT-Mini
7, Poke the strap through the7, Poke the strap through the
D-ring to form a loop thatD-ring to form a loop that
will hold the tension.will hold the tension.
8, Feed this loop underneath8, Feed this loop underneath
the top strap piece to formthe top strap piece to form
a tight knot.a tight knot. 9, This knot can be released9, This knot can be released
by pulling the loose end.by pulling the loose end.
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11, Feed the loop end through11, Feed the loop end through
the D-ring to half way.the D-ring to half way.
12, Now feed the ratchet12, Now feed the ratchet
through the loop ofthrough the loop of
the strap.the strap.
13, Pull it tight securing13, Pull it tight securing
it to the D-ring.it to the D-ring.
14, Pull it towards the strap14, Pull it towards the strap
attached to the tree thatattached to the tree that
will attach to the ratchet.will attach to the ratchet.
10, Begin by ensuring the10, Begin by ensuring the
strap is not twisted.strap is not twisted.
Attaching The RatchetAttaching The Ratchet
The selected front corner for the ratchet strap canThe selected front corner for the ratchet strap can
now be attached. This strap will control the amountnow be attached. This strap will control the amount
of tension.of tension.
You will need to loosen and readjust the lengths ofYou will need to loosen and readjust the lengths of
each strap until the tent is aligned for equal tension.each strap until the tent is aligned for equal tension.
Front:Front:
Attach ratchet to chosen cornerAttach ratchet to chosen corner
Rear/Tail:Rear/Tail:
Do NOT attach the ratchet toDo NOT attach the ratchet to
the tail endthe tail end
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T-MiniT-Mini
19, Give a strong pull before19, Give a strong pull before
cranking the ratchet.cranking the ratchet.
18, Take up the slack and pull18, Take up the slack and pull
towards the tree strap nowtowards the tree strap now
to create tension.to create tension.
16, Feed the tree strap end16, Feed the tree strap end
through the slot in ratchet.through the slot in ratchet.
15, Ensuring there’s enough15, Ensuring there’s enough
length, bring the ratchetlength, bring the ratchet
strap and tree strap together.strap and tree strap together.
17, Feed it in and pull it17, Feed it in and pull it
through making sure itthrough making sure it
does not twist.does not twist.
Fitting Strap To The Ratchet
With the ratchet strap attached to the D-ring, itWith the ratchet strap attached to the D-ring, it
can now be connected to the tree strap length.can now be connected to the tree strap length.
Once attached, check the overall position of theOnce attached, check the overall position of the
T-Mini and that it is correctly aligned.T-Mini and that it is correctly aligned.
Rear/TailRear/Tail
T-MiniT-Mini
Front:Front:
Attach ratchet to chosen cornerAttach ratchet to chosen corner
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Push down soPush down so
it latches flat.it latches flat.
24, Once achieved, move the24, Once achieved, move the
handle to the closedhandle to the closed
position and lock.position and lock.
23, Do this until the handle23, Do this until the handle
has strong resistance.has strong resistance.
21, This will release the handle21, This will release the handle
and allow it to be cranked.and allow it to be cranked.
20, Release the ratchet lock20, Release the ratchet lock
by pushing the innerby pushing the inner
latch upwards.latch upwards.
LOCKING RATCHET
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Tightening The RatchetTightening The Ratchet
Cranking the ratchet will give the tension neededCranking the ratchet will give the tension needed
and allows for easy adjustment.and allows for easy adjustment.
Ensure the ratchet is correctly in the lockedEnsure the ratchet is correctly in the locked
position before T-Mini.position before T-Mini.
Attention - Ratchet Locking
Crank the ratchet handle back & forth
7- 9 times to increase tension to straps.
UNLOCKED LOCKED Lift the innerLift the inner
latch handle tolatch handle to
disengage lockingdisengage locking
plateplate
22, Pull the handle back22, Pull the handle back
and begin crankingand begin cranking
it back and forth.it back and forth.
T-MiniT-Mini
FrontFront
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13, Feed the strap up the13, Feed the strap up the
back of the weblockback of the weblock 14, Fold the strap over the top bar14, Fold the strap over the top bar
of the weblock.of the weblock. 15, Feed strap behind and under15, Feed strap behind and under
lower bar, pulling slacklower bar, pulling slack
through to raise the tent bodythrough to raise the tent body
and ensuring the weblockand ensuring the weblock
holds tight.holds tight.
Always tie a knot behind theAlways tie a knot behind the
Weblock for increased safety,Weblock for increased safety,
security and stability.security and stability.
Tentsile WeblockTentsile Weblock
The weblock is used to provide easy tensionThe weblock is used to provide easy tension
through the tent.through the tent.
It is attached to the front corner you have not usedIt is attached to the front corner you have not used
the ratchet on, and is fastened to the tent body inthe ratchet on, and is fastened to the tent body in
the same way as a ratchet.the same way as a ratchet.
Floor Strap
Calibration
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Tentsile Trees Tents come pre-calibrated, but stretch over time,
so you will need to tighten the underfloor strap, using the
buckle every so often. Here is how.
When the T-Mini is up, the centre (underfloor) strap should
provide a clear delineation between both hammock berths.
To increase this tension (and therefore separation between the
two hammocks)
just tighten or loosen the adjuster buckle strap on
the underside.
This re-tensioning will need to take place every so often as the
materials stretch into full size over time.
If you are using the T-Mini alone, you can slack off this
strap completely and have the whole floor as a large single
hammock berth to yourself.
How to use the Ratchet
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UNLOCKED LOCKED
Crank the ratchet handle back & forth 7- 9 times to increase
tension to straps.
1) Take tail end of the long strap around your trees and
thread through the loop and away from tree, towards your
Tentsile Tree Tent.
2) Thread loop of the ratchet through the D-Ring at each
corner of your Tentsile Tree Tent and take the buckle through
the loop.
3) Take long strap tail and thread it through the ratchet buckle
spindle, pulling through all excess orange strap. Crank ratchet
until the orange strap has gone around the spindle at least
1.5 full revolutions to underlock it. This will prevent any
slippage before moving to the next corner.
4) Repeat step 3 at each corner, trying as much as possible
to keep the corners pointing towards their respective anchor
points.
5) Revisit all corners and adjust as necessary.
Use line of sight down each strap to centralise your
Tentsile Tree Tent between your chosen anchor points.
You have about a 7º degree margin of tolerance in each
direction.
6) Tighten ratchets as much as you can.
ENSURE RATCHETS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION BEFORE
ENTERING THE TENTSILE TREE TENT.
7) Roll and tidy up strap ends to avoid any
possible trip hazzards.
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Policies
Maintenance
Visual and Tactile inspection of all components for structural damage
before every use and dry out Tentsile Tree Tent thoroughly before packing
away. Tentsile Tree Tent should be stored safely in a dry environment.
Returns
If a customer wishes to return a Tentsile product within 30 days, they need
to pack the unit clean and dry, with all components included. Retailer can
choose to resell this item or send it back to Tentsile for a credit note.
A restocking fee will be applied (charged to customer) if the tent is wet, dirty
or missing parts. Return shipping will be at customer’s expense.
Weather
The Tentsile Tree Tent is not intended to be used in severe weather. If there
is weather that creates dangerous conditions, such as storms, heavy rain,
high winds, and/or lightning, do not use or remain in the Tentsile Tree Tent
in or during those conditions. It is recommended that the Tentsile Tree Tent is
taken down and stored to avoid remaining inside and being subject to such
conditions. Leaving the Tentsile Tree Tent out and installed in bad weather
can lead to potential destruction and/or damage to it (not covered by
warranty). If the Tentsile Tree Tent is subject to such conditions, it and its
anchor/hanging system should be inspected in detail prior to any future
use. Be sure to thoroughly dry the Tentsile Tree Tent before storing.
Customer Service Charter
Quality first – We will manufacture, sell and distribute the best possible quality
Tentsuile Tree Tents in the World.
Customer focus – We will provide prompt, courteous and efficient service,
with honesty and integrity and expert, clear, and timely information to
customers and colleagues.
Tentsile Promise - We will strive for a ‘get it right first time, every time’ in all
our dealings in manufacturing, distribution, sales, and service.
This policy does not cover damage incurred by environmental conditions,
weather conditions, or apocalyptic events.
Contact us
*use as intended and outlined herein and no more than 3 months continuous use.
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The small print
The Tentsile Tree Tent is designed for play, relaxation, and camping/
sleeping. Never jump into, onto or use it as a trampoline or swing. It
is not intended to be used for rock climbing, cliff faces, overhangs or
above or next to large drops. Do not attach or secure the Tentsile Tree
Tent to a movable platform or anchor; it is not intended to be used
for such recreation or activities. Do not attempt to use this product for
anything other than its intended purpose, and always observe height
and weight limits.
Warranties
Manufacturing Warranty
Tentsile will accept and replace any product with a manufacturing
warranty straight out of the box. These units should be marked as
can pick up these items and replace them.
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER COMMERCIAL USES.
For information on commercial warranties please contact
Claims of Defects under 1 Year Warranty
Any damage, breakage or defect found after customer use needs to
be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Tentsile will accept any fault
considered to be manufacturer’s defect if the product is used within
Terms of Use, as set out in Owner’s Manual. Tentsile will not accept
any damage, breakage or defect caused by customer outside these
Terms of Use. This would include setting up product outside guided
Owner’s Manual instructions, recklessness, carelessness, misuse
product or misunderstanding of product set up instructions provided.
assessment. Our team will assess if the damage is covered by
warranty, of customer error. In cases of warranty, Tentsile will ask to
be put directly in touch with customer and we will pick up the unit and
replace it directly with them. In cases of customer damage, the retailer
can pass customer directly over to talk to our team. Tentsile will then
organise for customers to send their unit in for repair.
Please note:
All Tentsile products are fabric structures which will degrade over time
due to wear and tear. This includes environmental conditions such as
user care, storage conditions, packing conditions and UV exposure.
Tentsile products comes with care instructions including; not to be left
unattended for more than 1 week. Do not leave set up for more than
3 months at a time ( product needs to be taken down and inspected
every 3 months for damage and wear and tear to components),
Products have differing levels of UV protection. T-Mini – 1,500UV
hours.
Tentsile will not be held liable for environmental damage caused by
high winds, falling branches, damage made by animals or any other
environmental factors.
All rights reserved Tentsile Ltd
Patent Approved
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