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Introduction
The installation of this Aurora Tent should be performed/supervised by knowledgeable tent installers with a clear understand-
ing of safety issues as well as the methods of anchoring. The requirements as specified must be followed. The installer/
owner must read the assembly instructions completely prior to any installation. Particular attention must be given to anchor-
ing! See Caution Statement on back page of this manual
Work from step to step.
Before erecting any tents or membrane structures,
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rst obtain permits and approvals as required from the local building and
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re code o
ffi
cials on the jurisdiction of your installation.
PLEASE PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO SAFETY WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS FOR PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS.
Regarding the contents of this document:
The illustrations and photos are made to show clearly the construction and dismantling procedures and also for identi
fi
cation
of the components. Not all illustrations/photos correspond to the actual dimensions and size. Explanations and/or notes have
been added to these illustrations/photos.
If you have questions, please call your sales representative at the phone number listed on the front of this manual.
Safety Notes
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Please read through this assembly manual completely before beginning your installation. Be sure the proper equipment
and safety precautions are in place. We hope that you enjoy the design features of the tent each time the unit is installed.
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Consult your local
utility locator service
or the
National Utility Locating Contractors Association (NULCA) prior to
installation.
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Prior to actual tent assembly, be sure to look up, down, above & below for obstacles, pipes, wires, trouble, etc.
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Be alert to avoid contact of Tent poles with any overhead power lines near the site.
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Keep site clear of debris to avoid tripping, especially while carrying tent poles or bundle of fabric.
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When moving tent sections by hand, use proper lifting techniques to protect the back.
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The installation method described here requires coordination of tasks between workers. A safe installation is dependent
on that coordination. Work cooperatively as a team.
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Replace used or damaged components with original new ones.
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To prevent injuries, wear suitable protective clothing such as hard hats, steel toed shoes, etc.
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Do not drag bundle of fabric on concrete, asphalt, or ground as this can cause damage to the fabric from abrasion through
the bag.
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This tent is manufactured for use as a temporary structure. Evacuation is recommended if threatening or windy weather
occurs. See caution on back page of this manual.
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Anchor uses a nominal safety factor of at least 2 when
fi
guring staking guidelines.
* IMPORTANT NOTE:
REFER TO CAUTION STATEMENT #2 ON THE BACK PAGE OF THIS MANUAL FOR IMPOR-
TANT WARNING ABOUT NUMBER OF STAKES SUPPLIED.
THE INSTALLER MUST USE THE LOCAL SOIL CONDITIONS TO CALCULATE THE ACTUAL NUMBER OF STAKES
REQUIRED AND IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE STAKING PATTERN AND CONFIGURATION. THE STAKING LAYOUT AS
SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL IS FOR “HARD” SOIL.
THIS REPRESENTS 1 OF 6 SOIL CONDITIONS REFERENCED IN THE IFAI GUIDE: “PULLOUT CAPACITY OF TENT
STAKES”. YOUR SOIL CONDITION MAY DIFFER. THEREFORE, DIFFERENT STAKING REQUIREMENTS WILL RESULT.
ANCHOR INDUSTRIES RECOMMENDS ERECTING TENTS ONLY IN SOIL CONDITIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL.
