Yeti Tundra 45 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

REGISTER YOUR YETI AT YETI.COM
All YETI® Tundra® coolers are warranted against defects in materials
and workmanship for 5 years after the original date of purchase.
Here are some key things to remember about our warranty:
• Warranty applies only to the original owner.
• Warranty is void if the cooler is used commercially,
structurally altered, damaged as a result of abnormal use,
or subjected to stress beyond the normal physical limits of
the materials used in the body or components.
• Normal wear and tear is not warrantied.
• Warranty does not include any manufacturer
responsibility for any incidental or consequential
damages resulting from the use of the cooler.
We take pride in the products we make. If anything goes wrong,
we’ll make it right.
To register your YETI and activate your warranty visit:
www.yeti.com/register-product
5 YEAR WARRANTY
YETI Coolers, LLC P.O. Box 163686, Austin, TX 78716-3686
[e-mail] www.yeti.com
v. 1801
©2018 YETI, LLC

OWNER’S MANUAL

THE ORIGINAL YETI®
WE CREATED THE ORIGINAL YETI®TUNDRA®OUT OF
FRUSTRATION WITH COOLERS THAT COULDN’T STAND UP TO
THE DEMANDS OF A LIFE SPENT IN THE WILD. COMPROMISING
FOR NOTHING, WE BUILT THE COOLER WE WISH EXISTED –
RIDICULOUSLY DURABLE, UNFAILING QUALITY, AND WITH THE
ABILITY TO DO ITS JOB, WHICH IS TO KEEP US OUT THERE
LONGER. THIS MANUAL WILL HELP YOU GET THE MOST OUT
OF YOUR YETI, SEASON AFTER SEASON.
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Tundra® 35 21⅜ 16⅛ 15¾
Tundra® 45 25¾ 16¼ 15⅜
Tundra® 65 30⅝ 17¼ 16
Tundra® Haul™ 28¼ 18⅝ 19½
Tundra® 75 33½ 17⅞ 17½
Tundra® 105 30⅞ 19¾ 19⅞
Tundra® 110 37½ 18⅛ 20
Tundra® 125 40¼ 19⅞ 20
Tundra® 160 45⅝ 19¾ 21⅜
Tundra® 210 39¾ 25¾ 24⅛
Tundra® 250 55⅝ 22⅞ 21⅜
Tundra® 350 63½ 24¾ 23¼
L W H
*Using a 2:1 ice-to-can ratio by volume
For more detailed external and internal
measurements please visit YETI.com
DIMENSIONS
6.7 21
8.7 28
13.1 42
13.8 45
17.7 57
20.6 67
22.6 74
28.3 92
35.4 115
49.7 162
55.4 181
79.1 259
Gal Cans*
CAPACITYMODEL
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITY
CANS OF BEER*
POUNDS OF ICE
(ONLY)
52
42
65
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY

MAXIMIZING TEMPERATURE RETENTION
A YETI® hard cooler, with its roto-molded construction, heavily insulated walls
and lid, and freezer-quality sealing gasket, provides remarkable insulating
performance – for both keeping ice or preserving warmth.
DRY ICE
Dry ice provides 3x the cooling power of regular ice, leaving more room for contents.
Unlike ordinary ice chests which crack when exposed to dry ice, a YETI® hard cooler is
designed to stand up to this extreme temperature, unique gasket which allows for proper
o-gassing. Dry ice it can be used by itself or in conjunction with regular ice.
CAUTION: Dry ice must be handled with protective gloves to prevent frostbite. It will likely
freeze the contents in the cooler and can cause aluminum cans to rupture. Keep dry ice away
from small children. Ventilation is extremely important. With improper ventilation, the gas
emitted from dry ice can cause shortness of breath and loss of consciousness.
PRO TIP: SUPER CHARGE YOUR ICE
START WITH A COLD YETI COOLER
The starting temperature of the cooler is one of the most commonly overlooked
variables. Store in a cool environment prior to loading it to avoid wasting ice on
cooling the cooler itself.
Consider giving your Tundra a head start by preloading it with a sacrificial bag of ice.
Let that bag bring down the temperature inside the cooler, then toss it all out before
loading in fresh ice and pre-chilled contents.
AIR IS THE ENEMY
Large pockets of air inside your cooler will accelerate ice melting. Cut down on air
space by adding more ice or using a towel to fill any extra space on top. And don’t
open the cooler unnecessarily.
PRE-CHILL OR FREEZE CONTENTS
Chilling or even freezing your cooler’s contents before packing them is another way to
extend ice retention.
BLOCK ICE VS. CUBE ICE
Cubed and shaved ice melt quickly while block ice melts at a slower rate — that’s why
it’s our ice preference. But to make your ice last even longer, use YETI® ICE, available
in 1 lb., 2 lb., and 4 lb. blocks.
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32o 21o 0o
DRY ICE WELL CURED ICE WARM WET ICE FREEZING POINT
-109o
oF
YETI®ICE
With YETI ICE, freezing temperatures are just the beginning. Unlike typical frozen blue ice
blocks, YETI ICE has the capacity to eciently achieve and maintain freezing temperatures.
Plus, its durable design is break-resistant. Use YETI ICE in addition to regular ice to make
your contents stay colder, longer.
ROCK SALT
Using rock salt will super-chill your contents. Here’s how:
1. Properly fill your Tundra® with cans or bottles and plenty of ice.
2. Generously sprinkle rock salt on top of ice.
3. Close and latch your Tundra.
4. Wait 30 minutes and then crack open a cold one.
Check out more Pro Tips
and Tricks online at YETI.com
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MORE ICE IS BETTER
We recommend filling your cooler with as much ice as possible. Ideally, we suggest an
ice-to-contents ratio of 2:1.
KEEP COLD WATER IN
Don’t drain the cold water. If your ice has melted, keep the water inside your cooler. The
water will still be cold and can help insulate remaining ice. Just be sure to keep exposed
food and meat out of the water.
NOT ALL ICE IS CREATED EQUAL
Ice can get much colder than its freezing point. “Warm” ice (near 32°F) is typically wet
to the touch and dripping with water. Cold, sub-zero ice is relatively dry and will last
substantially longer.
HEAT RETENTION
The YETI Tundra preserves heat as well as cold. Whether you’re sweating a brisket, keeping
the breakfast tacos warm, or you want to prevent your goods from freezing when out in
the snow, Tundra will do the job. Apply the same concepts for ice – start with a warm or
room-temperature cooler and limit air access.

PRIMARY
ROTOMOLDED CONSTRUCTION
Makes it armored to the core and virtually
indestructible.
NEVERFAIL™ HINGE SYSTEM
Two hinge pins and interlocking design prevent
the hinge from ever breaking.
FATWALL™ DESIGN
Extra-thick walls hold up to two inches of our
commercial-grade PermaFrost™ Insulation for
unmatched temperature retention.
COLDLOCK™ GASKET
A freezer-quality gasket circles the length of the
lid to block out heat and lock in cold.
INTERLOCK™ LID SYSTEM
Creates a form-fitting barrier against outside elements.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
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SECONDARY
VORTEX™ DRAIN SYSTEM
A quick twist drains it all.
BEARFOOT™ NON-SLIP FEET
Assures your YETI stays put.
DOUBLEHAUL™ HANDLES
Military-grade nylon rope with a heavy-duty
textured grip.
ANCHORPOINT™ TIE-DOWN SLOTS
Secure your YETI to a boat, truck bed, trailer,
barbecue lid.
T-REX™ LID LATCHES
Patented design uses heavy-duty rubber
so you’ll never see another busted latch.
HAUL
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STRONGARM™ HANDLE
Durable, all-metal aluminum arm. Curved
design tracks out for heel-friendly towing.
NEVERFLAT™ WHEELS
Solid, single-piece polyurethane construction
is impact- and puncture resistant.

EVERYDAY CLEANING
When your cooler gets a little muddy or grimy, a mixture of dish soap and water should
do the trick. Dry the interior prior to storing your cooler.
TOUGHER STAINS
For a more thorough cleaning, use a mixture of water and bleach (6:1 ratio) and scrub
vigorously with a mildly abrasive brush.
HIGH-PRESSURE WASHING
For the toughest stains and odors, use a high-pressure sprayer such as those available
at most do-it-yourself car washes.
HARD-TO-REACH AREAS
In extreme cases, odors can get trapped in hard-to-reach areas such as the sealing
gasket and drain plug assembly. Remove these components to clean them individually.
Also, thoroughly clean the areas of the cooler where these components attach.
CLEANING YOUR
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The YETI Tundra and Haul meet the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC)
standards for bear-resistant containers when used with extra-long shank Master locks.
To certify that our Tundra® cooler was bear resistant, the IGBC subjected it to a series of
rigorous tests, culminating in an hour-long encounter with two very real adult grizzlies.
When all was said and done, our ice chest was still intact and the bears were defeated.
In a review by the IGBC, “The YETI Tundra Coolers withstand smashing, prying,
scratching, biting, and tossing by hungry bears.” Just don’t forget the locks.
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YETI®ICE
Efficiently achieve and maintain freezing temperatures. Durable design is
break-resistant and freezes faster. Use in addition to regular ice to make your
contents stay colder, longer. Available in multiple sizes so you can configure your
cooler to your needs.
TIE-DOWN KIT
Secure your YETI hard cooler in a boat, truck bed, trailer, or
barbecue rig with the YETI Tie-Down Kit. When not in use,
only the low-profile deck plates remain, leaving nothing to
trip over. Kit includes two nylon straps with stainless steel
cam buckles, deck plates, and mounting hardware.
All hardware is marine-grade stainless steel.
CORNER CHOCK SET
Secure your YETI hard cooler with heavy-duty rubber Corner Chocks.
Rubber provides excellent, non-abrasive support and can withstand
years of wear and sun exposure. Kit includes 4 rubber Corner Chocks,
2 marine-grade bungees, and stainless steel mounting hardware.
Your YETI hard cooler can only get better with these outstanding accesso-
ries. Visit YETI.com to shop the complete line.
SECURITY CABLE LOCK & BRACKET
The YETI Security Cable Lock & Bracket are perfect for securing
your Tundra in a truck bed or any other area where it may be
vulnerable to theft when unattended.
BEAR-PROOF LOCK
Long shank Master Lock®protects your contents and
certifies your YETI hard cooler as a bear-resistant container.
ACCESSORIES

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DRAIN PLUG HOSE CONNECTION
If your YETI isn’t parked near an appropriate
draining spot, use this adapter to easily connect a
hose and re-route draining. Fits most standard hoses.
When not in use, simply twist on the leak-proof cap.
YETI®CASTING PAD
The durable, slip-resistant casting pad is made from 6mm EVA foam and provides
excellent traction and extreme comfort when using your Tundra as a standing or
casting platform. The casting pad attaches permanently with a pressure sensitive
adhesive backing. Custom fit for all Tundra®models up to the Tundra 160.
SEAT CUSHION
Your YETI®hard cooler can do double duty as a comfortable seat. The YETI Seat
Cushion has at least two inches of dense foam and is made of tough UV-resistant
vinyl stitched with GORE®TENARA®Sewing Thread. Screw the included studs
into the cooler lid and snap the cushion in place. All hardware is stainless steel.
BEVERAGE HOLDER
The YETI Beverage Holder is a secure and convenient caddy
for your frosty beverage. This heavy-duty, powder-coated
stainless steel version slides securely into the AnchorPoint™
Tie-Down slot of your YETI hard cooler, allowing for easy access
to other cooler contents.
ROD HOLSTER
Vertically mounts to the side of your Tundra for easy fishing rod
access whether paddling or boating. The heavy-duty polypropylene
body is attached to a sturdy, stainless steel, powder-coated bracket.
Slides securely into the AnchorPoint™ Tie-Down Slot of your YETI
Tundra without getting in the way of the lid.
DIVIDER
Organize your cooler with our Dividers. Using the horizontal or vertical dividers,
you can separate your catches or make room for more storage. Each divider fits
directly inside the molded-in divider groove. And they also make great cutting
boards when not in use.
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