Storing The Tent; Troubleshooting; Repairing A Puncture In The Air Pole - Dometic FTC Serie Instrucciones De Montaje Y De Uso

Storing the tent

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NOTE
• Fully set up the tent for cleaning.
• Choose a sunny day for cleaning to ensure the material
will dry thoroughly.
1. Clean the tent.
2. Air fully and ensure the tent is totally dry before packing away.
3. Store in a well ventilated dry place.

Troubleshooting

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NOTE
• During first exposure to water there may be some
moisture at the seams. Through this moisture the threads
will swell and fill the holes that are created in the sewing
process.
• A fully equipped spare parts kit should include:
– Waterproofer
– Repair tape and repair solution
– Silicone spray for the zippers
– Spare pegs
Problem Solution
➤ Check that the valve is fully screwed into the air
Tent only inflates with
difficulties
➤ Check if the inflation tube is twisted at the
➤ Check that the valve is fully screwed into the air
Air leak
➤ Check that the cap of the valve is done up
➤ Check for punctures, see chapter "Repairing a
➤ Check for leaky seams, damaged tapings and
Water leak
➤ If you cannot find any leaks, see chapter "Con-
➤ If you find any leaks, apply seam sealant.
➤ Use repair tape to seal the fabric.
Rip in the fabric
➤ Have repairs carried out by an authorized
Condensation
All tents suffer from internal condensation if one or more of the following
conditions apply:
• high air humidity
• high ground moisture
• a drop in temperature
Severe condensation can run down the inside of the roof and drip off ties,
tapes and other internal fittings and can be mistaken for leaking.
➤ Increase ventilation by opening doors and/or windows.
➤ Install a waterproof groundsheet.

Repairing a puncture in the air pole

If the air pole loses air, proceed as follows:
1. Unzip the outer sleeve holding the air pole.
2. Remove the air pole.
3. Deflate the air pole.
4. Unzip the protective sleeve to expose the inflatable tube.
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pole.
valve.This may be indicated by noise. Untwist
the inflation tube
pole and the ring seal is in place.
tightly.
puncture in the air pole" on page 11.
moist areas.
densation" on page 11.
specialist.
5. Blow some air into the inflatable tube.
6. Submerge the tube in water.
7. Locate the puncture.
8. Use repair tape and repair solution to seal the hole.
9. Zip the inflatable tube back into the protective sleeve.
10. Zip the air pole back into the outer sleeve.
Disposal
➤ Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins,
wherever possible.
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Consult a local recycling center or specialist dealer for details
about how to dispose of the product in accordance with the
applicable disposal regulations.
Warranty
The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please
contact your retailer or the manufacturer's branch in your country (see
dometic.com/dealer).
For repair and warranty processing, please include the following docu-
ments when you send in the product:
• A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
• A reason for the claim or description of the fault
The warranty covers manufacturing defects, materials and parts. The
warranty does not cover fading of the cover and wear and tear due to
UV radiation, misuse, accidental damage, storm damage, or permanent,
semi-permanent or commercial use. It does not cover any resulting
damage. Please contact your dealer for claims. This does not affect your
statutory rights.
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