Along the edges of the ground cloths are reinforced grommets. these
can be used to attach the ground cloth to the tent stake loops so that it is
secured under the tent. tie a short loop of cord through each of the corner
ground cloth grommets. slip this loop over the corner tent stake loop when
staking out the tent. the ground cloth can also be used as a tarp— use the
grommets along the edges to suspend or anchor it.
Care and Cleaning
tents and bivies must be stored dry. storing your tent wet or damp will
result in the growth of mildew, which will cause your tent to smell and leak.
Mildew attacks the urethane coated parts of the tent and the nylon fabric,
causing loss of strength and eventual breakdown. If you suspect mildew,
act right away. Washing with Mcnett MiraZymetm cleaner will usually stop
and remove mild cases of mildew. Advanced mildew will not wash out.
Mildew damage is not covered under warranty. those living in wet climates
should probably wash in MiraZyme once every two years, whether mildew
is showing or not. Do not dry clean or machine wash your tent. If lightly
soiled, the floor and exterior walls can be sponged clean with warm water.
never use detergents or liquid soaps of any kind.
to wash: If it becomes necessary to wash the entire tent, avoid hot water,
bleach, dishwashing liquid, or any type of liquid soap or detergent. Hand
wash in a bathtub using only cool water and MiraZyme, made by Mcnett
corp. this wash-in product cleans, eliminates odor and helps to remove
mildew. It is available through Black Diamond Mail order. Be sure your tent
is totally dry before putting it away. this may take 24 hours or more. Do
not sprAY or WAsH Your tent WItH AnY WAter repeLLents or
cLeAnInG AGents otHer tHAn tHose recoMMenDeD BY BLAcK
DIAMonD. use of any other agents may void your warranty.
Zippers
Zippers require maintenance, especially if camping in sandy or dirty
environments. sand and dirt in the zippers is the leading cause of failure.
When dirty, rinse your tent off with a hose, applying water pressure to the
zippers to wash off dirt. Application of a zipper lubricant such as Mcnett
Zipcare will aid in extending the life of your zippers. even with this, if your
zipper becomes difficult to slide, it is important to repair it right away.
often just the sliders can be changed out, restoring the zipper to near-new
