Westfield Aries 350 User manual

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Document-No.: FC-90056-350 Issue:October 2016
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Model No. 12020323500000
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SUMMARY
WELCOME
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Thank you for purchasing this Westfield Outdoors
awning. Please read these instructions for use fully
and carefully before using your awning. Please
observe the care and safety instructions.
PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
GENERALCARE AND USAGE INSTRUCTIONS
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REPLACING AN TPU AIR TUBE
THE AIR TUBES
INFLATING/DEFLATING

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Model No. 12020323500000
ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST
OPTIONAL
Storm Roof Pole Window Blida Set
x24 x2
Rear Poles Kit
Carry Bag
Storm Strap
x1 x1
Pump & Safety
Pressure Valve
Metal Peg Plastic spanner
x1
x7
x38
x1
x1 x1x2
x5
Elastic Ring
x31
Plastic Peg
x1
Alu
TPU Repair Patch
Pegging Ladder
Draft Skirt &
Wheel Cover
Veranda Pole
TPU
1.Clean repair area thoroughly
2.Press patch fiemly over puncture
3.Do not inflate for four(4)hours to
allow repair to set
AAS Air Tube kit
x1
Annex
x1
Inner Tent
x1
Roof Lining Mesh Door Panels set
x1 x1

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS AND USAGE
THE AIR TUBES
The zipper of the reinforced Air tube sleeves is
secured against opening via the use of a tie. If you
remove this tie for any reason, it must be replaced
before using the awning again.
Never open it when the air tube is under pressure.
To avoid damage, the zipper must remain closed.
Ensure that the air tubes are properly stored in the
sleeves and all zippers are closed.
The air tubes are made of a high-quality, durable TPU material.
The TPU tubes are covered by a double layer protective sleeve.
The protective sleeve, protects the TPU tube against damage
and keeps the tube in position. The outer sleeve adds another
layer of protection and fixes the protective sleeve and air tube
to the tent, ensuring it is always in the correct position. Both
sleeves are provided with a zipper which can only be opened
when the air tube is not under pressure. The air tubes are fixed
to the bottom floor by using Velcro tape.
Replacing or repairing the airtubes
The TPU tubes can be replaced or repaired by yourself. To do
so follow this procedure:
1. Unscrew the valve from the outer sleeve then unzip the outer
sleeve
2. Snip the tie holding the zipper on the protective cover and
unzip exposing the TPU tube.
3. The TPU tube is held in place by an elasticated ribbon at the
top of the protective sleeve. The TPU is folded over the
elasticated ribbon to hold it in place when the tube is deflated.
4. Replace or repair the TPU air tube.
5. If you are repairing the air tube, we recommend using a
professional/high quality patch repair kit.
6. When putting the TPU tube back in place, just reverse the
process, but remember to secure the zipper on the protective
cover to ensure it cannot come undone during use as this can
lead to tube and awning damage and is not covered by your
warranty.
ATTENTION!
• We recommend the use of an additional groundsheet or covering to avoid any damage to your
awning whilst fitting it to your caravan, motorhome or vehicle.
• Please familiarize yourself with the awning before you go on your first trip. We recommend a test
set-up before your trip.
• Install your awning on a clean and even surface. Remove stones and branches to avoid possible
damage to your awning and make a note about the direction and strength of the wind and always
try and build your awning up in a wind-protected area.
• Avoid setting up your awning under trees as tree sap and other debris can permanently mark or
damage your awning.
• On all coated, non-breathable materials you will always get some condensation. This is when
condensed water forms on the coldest surface of the awning which can sometimes be inside the
awning. Condensation is often mistaken for leaking and is not a reason for complaint or a fault of
the awning.
• This can be lessened by ensuring the awning has adequate ventilation to allow increased air flow
and thus reduce the condensation.
• This awning is not built for permanent pitching or commercial use.
• Please avoid any snow load. Air awnings are not built for snow load.
• In the case of strong winds and storms, the awning must be taken down in order to avoid storm
damage.
• Never open the zips on any of the air tubes when they are inflated. This can lead to damage to the
air tubes and your awning.
• The valves on the air tubes can become loose over time even when not used, so before you inflate
your awning you should always check that the valves are tight otherwise they could leak.

Safety
Pressure
Valve
Pressure
Gauge
Inflation
The included pump is equipped with an overpressure valve. This
prevents you from overfilling the air tube. The ideal air pressure is
7 PSI (0.48 bar). To inflate your awning:
• Ensure that the valves on the awning are screwed in correctly.
• NOTE: Please take care when screwing the valves in that you do
not kink the valve seals when screwing them together as this can
lead to damaging the valve.
• The valves on the awning should be out
• Connect the overpressure valve to the pump and check that the
pump is set to inflate.
• Open the screw cap of the valve on the awning and connect the
pump to the valve.
• Inflate the awning using the pump until either the correct pressure is
reached or you hear the air coming out of the overpressure valve.
• NOTE: Do not use compressed air compressors, as these may
have a far higher operating pressure and can permanently damage
the TPU air tubes.
Deflation
To deflate the air tube, carefully unscrew the valves out of the air
tubes. Please be aware that the air will rush out very quickly so
unscrew the valve slowly to help release the pressure slowly.
To help with packing the awning away, the valves should be left out
as this allows any trapped air to escape when the awning is packed
away.
INFLATING/DEFLATING
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REPLACING AN TPU AIR TUBE
Replacing or Repairing an Air Tube
Deflate the air tube fully. NEVER
replace or repair a tube before
defla .
Break the plas ve of
the air tube and unzip the sleeve. Then
remove the
prot e cover and air tube from
inside the sleeve. Break the plas
on the prot e cover and unzipp the
prot e cover. Remove the TPU
blader from inside the prot
cover.
Now simply replace the tube, place
inside the prot e cover being
careful to ensure that it is not twisted
as a twist in the bladder could cause
damage when it is inflated. Once the
ed zip the prot e
cover shut. YOU MUST THEN RELOCK
THE ZIPS WITH A NEW PLASTIC TIE OR
SIMILAR SOLUTION. If you do not re-
lock the zips then you could well cause
damage to your awning when it is
inflated.

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PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
the floor strap isattached.
and pull the awning along the rail to
the desired position.
pulling the awning as close to the caravan as possible.
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the bottom of your caravan, motorhome or vehicle.
The wheel cover either slides into therail on the wheel arch
or uses the figure of eight tubing and connects to the top of
the draft skirt.
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read and understood the pump and inflation section of
these instructions.
You must follow these instructions to ensure proper
inflation of your awning.
ensuring thesafety pressure valve is connected
to the pump at all times.
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strap as shownin the diagram.
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pumped up and sprung into place.
depending upon ground conditions you may have to move
the awningin or out slightly to get the correct shape.
in thecorrect shape pegthe other storm straps.
You can now peg the awning.
working forward from the rear corner in turn until
all pegging points have been pegged.
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Aluminum Roof Pole
Take the roof pole and place the head and end into the pocket in the corner of the air tube.
Do not over tension the pole.
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Window Blinds Set
Fixed by the toggles on the corner of main tube.

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Rear Pole Kit
side panel and extend the leg until it touches the ground.
This creates the seal against your caravan.
it could cause damage if over tensioned.
rear of the panel.
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Veranda Pole
Assemble the veranda pole (1pcs) into one of the front door, to get a great view and better
ventilation.
Insert the pole into the pocket and extend into the opposite pocket.
Do not over tension this pole.
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PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS (OPTIONAL)
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Assemble the AAS air tubes as shown in the diagrams above.
Install the sleeves and zip up as shown in the diagrams above.
Do not over tension the poles

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Annex Inner Tent
Fixed by the toggles on the annex.
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Annex
Connected with awning by zip
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Optional mesh door panels set
Optional roof lining
Connected with front door by zip.
Fixed by the toggles on the air tubes sleeve
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PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS (OPTIONAL)
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GENERAL CARE ANDUSAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Canvas Seams
The main seams of this awning are taped to ensure water protection. These can become damaged
over time but can be repaired and re-sealed by using seam sealer. For the best results, we
recommend contacting your dealer to find out which products to use.
UV degradation
UV degradation causes the material to go brittle, fade or change colour. The time it takes to
do this will differ depending upon how often you use it and what the weather is like when you
do. It is a natural process which affects all materials used outdoors. This awning is coated to
help prevent this process, but it does not stop it, it only helps slow it down.
You can help protect against this degradation by regular care and proofing of the awning. The
awning should be regularly cleaned and re-proofed to ensure that mold and mildew do not
build up and damage the awning.
After cleaning your awning, you should always reproof the awning as cleaning the awning will
damage the UV coating on the material. For the best results, we recommend contacting your
dealer to find out which products to use.
Weathering due to excessive UV degradation is not covered by the warranty.
Condensation
All coated, non-breathing materials suffer from condensation. The amount of condensation
depends upon the weather conditions and the environment (such as wet ground etc.). During
condensation, water can collect on the fabric of the awning. If enough condensation forms this can
run down the awning and drip off seams or any other stitching point.
It can be lessened by ventilation. Ventilating your awning allows air to flow though the awning and
lessens the buildup of condensation.
Condensation is often mistaken for leaking and is not a reason for complaint or a fault of the awning.
Usage
This awning is designed for private and non-commercial use.
This is a touring awning and is not suitable for permanent use.
In case of storms or snowfall, the awning must be taken down to avoid damage.
Storage and cleaning
FIRE AND VENTILATION PRECAUTIONS
Please store your awning dry. If you must take your awning down when it is wet, you must unpack
it within a week and allow it to dry out before packing it away. This is to ensure that mold and
mildew do not build up as this can lead to damage on your awning and is not covered under your
warranty.
To clean this awning, we recommend using a specific tent or awning cleaner or just water and a
soft cleaning cloth.Heavy soiling should be allowed to dry and brushed with a soft brush
beforehand.
After cleaning your awning, you should always reproof it as the UV coating on your awning could
be damaged during cleaning. For the best results, we recommend contacting your dealer to find
out which products to use.
Caution:
• If using gas or other combustion appliances additional ventilation is required
• Do not place hot appliances near the walls, roof or curtains
• Always observe the safety instructions for these appliances
• Never allow children to play near hot appliances
• Keep exits clear
• Make sure you know the fire precaution arrangements on the site
• Make sure ventilation openings are open all the time to avoid suffocation

Drawings in this manual are for illustration purposes only, actual product may vary. Manufacturer reserves the right to changeany
specification or features without prior notice. Should you have any questions about your product or experience any difficulties, please
contact the retailer from which you purchased the product. Your local retailer is in the best position to promptly address any requirements.
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