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DIS
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ASSEMBLY /STORAGE/MAINTENANCE/CLEANING MAINTENANCE:
All equipment should be stored dry, with no water left in/on the unit. It is important to dry off
the unit completely before final packing into the carry bag/sleeve. This may not be feasible
immediately after use, and might be better done back at the storage site.
While all canopy fabrics have been heavily impregnated with mildew resistant antibacterial
agents that meet and exceed US Fed. Test MIL.STD.810E 508
please note that storing fabric
shelters/ showers
‘
wet
’
with either water and/or detergent residue on the canopies may result
in the growth of surface mold and an accompanying mold odor on the surface of the cano-
pies.
The canopies themselves will not rot or mildew, but the growth of surface mil-
dew/mold in/on the residue is a given if stored
‘
wet
’.
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Before storage, check that all parts are present, and replace any missing items at the earli-
est opportunity.
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Inflate at regular intervals to allow air through the unit, and to check there are no leaks in
the structure.
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Should a minor leak or rip be discovered
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repair it using the repair kit provided, or return
to FSI® if significant damage has occurred. Instructions on undertaking minor repairs are
shown in section 10 of the manual.
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For major repairs, contact either FSI® or your local Agent / Representative. It is possible
the entire unit may need to be returned to FSI®. On reporting the nature of the damage, we
will be able to advise the best course of action.
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After checking, ensure FSI® shelter is dry before repacking and storing.
DISASSEMBLY:
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Remove all loose items such as equipment and furniture and thoroughly clean the floor.
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Remove all stakes and fittings and accessories.
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Push and turn the center valve core 1/4 clockwise. The air will come out automatically.
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Deflate
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Depress the tubing manually to remove remaining air.
Folding:
The object is to observe the folding sequence when the unit is new and first unpacked to
ensure unit can be returned to the carry bag/sleeve.
Ensure all air has been evacuated from frame.
Close the valve.
Fold as below.
Roll from end.
Put it in supplied
carry bag/sleeve
and fasten it.
