Cleaning And Maintenance - Dometic FTC 301 Notice D'utilisation

This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in
accordance with these instructions.
This manual provides information that is necessary for proper installation
and/or operation of the product. Poor installation and/or improper oper-
ating or maintenance will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possi-
ble failure.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the prod-
uct resulting from:
• Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess voltage
• Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare
parts provided by the manufacturer
• Alterations to the product without express permission from the manu-
facturer
• Use for purposes other than those described in this manual
Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product
specifications.
Using the tent
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CAUTION! Risk of injury and material damage
Never open the zipper on the protective sleeve while an air
pole is inflated. This will result in the air pole bursting.
Before first use
Familiarize yourself with the product by carrying out a test set up before
the product is used for the first time. Check if the scope of delivery is
complete.
Choosing a site
Choose a flat site that is protected from wind:
1. If necessary, use a windbreak.
2. Choose a shaded site to avoid UV degradation of the fabric.
3. Avoid pitching under trees as falling branches, resin, etc. can damage
the product.
4. Clear the site of sharp stones and debris to avoid damaging the
groundsheet.
5. Set up the product with the doors facing away from the wind.
Setting up the tent
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CAUTION! Risk of injury and material damage
• Do not use any type of compressor designed to inflate
car tires.
• Only inflate the air poles into the green zone of the
pressure gauge of the supplied hand pump
(10 psi/0.69 bar).
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NOTICE! Material damage
Do not open or close the zippers by force.
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NOTE
• The tent comes with general purpose pegs. These will
be suitable for many sites but for some types of ground
special pegs will be needed. Ask your dealer.
• Drive the pegs at a 45° angle away from the tent into the
ground.
• Peg the guy lines in line with the seam it starts from.
Keep the following tips in mind while setting up the tent:
• The figures provide a general overview of the set-up. The actual set-up
will vary slightly based on the model of tent.
• Get help. The set-up is easier with more people.
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• Inflate the air poles from front to rear.
• After standing the tent upright, check the corner pegs and re-peg if
necessary. The groundsheet on the inside should be taut and in a
rectangular shape.
• Peg the guy lines so that the tent is under tension without distorting
the shape.
• If available, attach the storm straps.
• Check the guy lines from time to time to ensure adequate tension, if
necessary use the runners to adjust.
Set up the tent as follows:
1. To protect the tent from dirt and damage, lay down a groundsheet or
footprint before unpacking.
2. Unpack the tent.
3. Separate and identify the different components.
4. Proceed as shown to set up the tent (fig. 2, page 4 to fig. e,
page 7).
Only FTX601 (TC) and FTT 601 (TC):
5. Ensure that the lateral air pole above the bedroom is sitting correctly
in its pocket cup which is attached to the tube above the front of the
bedroom.
Dismantling the tent
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NOTICE! Material damage
Do not use force when dismantling the tent. Otherwise you
might damage any material.
1. Remove any dirt on the outside.
2. Close all window blinds or remove curtains.
3. Close all doors and openings.
4. If installed, push the canopy pole out of the sleeve, do not pull.
5. Remove all storage area struts.
6. Remove all lines and straps.
7. Remove all pegs between the corner pegs.
8. Open the valves on each pole.
9. Wait until most of the air has been expelled.
10. Remove the four corner pegs.
11. When deflated, use the "Folding Lines" method to fold the tent so it
fits correctly into the carry bag.
12. Fold/roll the tent towards the valves to expel more air.
13. Ensure that all parts are clean before packing the into the carry bag.
14. If the tent is wet or damp, dry fully as soon as possible.
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NOTE
Information on the "Folding Lines" method (fig. f,
page 7).

Cleaning and maintenance

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NOTICE! Material damage
• Do not use sharp or hard objects or cleaning agents for
cleaning.
• Do not use alcohol based materials, chemicals, soap
and detergents for cleaning.
• Remove bird droppings and tree resin as soon as
possible to avoid permanent damage to the material.
1. If necessary, clean the product with clean water and a soft brush.
2. Apply impregnation against water and UV radiation before each trip.
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