INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Uncover the end of the awning. Slide eight hexagonal
head bolts into the awning channel found on the back
side of the awning (four on the top and four on the bottom).
Measure the distance required between each awning
bracket, this will vary depending on your roof rack.
Tip - The awning pivots from the furthermost end. Ensure the
pivot point is located to suit your vehicle.
2. With the desired distance between the L-brackets found,
fit the L-bracket in place. Add the self-locking nuts and
loosely tighten. Repeat with the second L-bracket.
3. Slide two T-bolts into each roof rack. Orientate the T-bolt
base for the best fit.
4. Carefully lift the awning into position, this will take two
people. Line up the T-bolts to the L-brackets. Once
aligned, add the washers and nuts and fully tighten.
Tip - It is recommended to take a short drive after attaching
fixtures. Check on return to see if any further tightening of
brackets is necessary. Check fixtures regularly during use.
ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
You will also need:
1 x adjustable spanner or 13mm socket wrench
1 x person to help attach the awning to the vehicle
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Your Tuatara 270º Awning includes:
1 x awning with travel cover
2 x heavy-duty L-brackets
8 x M8 bolts (hexagon head)
8 x M8 self-locking nuts
4 x T-bolt sets (bolt, nut and washer)
2 x twist lock poles
8 x guy ropes
8 x pegs
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PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Unzip the travel cover and fold out of the way. Release
the compression straps and carefully unroll.
2. Slowly walk the awning out until it is fully extended.
Secure the tension strap at the furthermost point of the
awning to your roof rack or vehicle.
3. Extend the fabric tensioners located on top of the frame.
4. If windy, release the two attached vertical poles and
extend. Twist to lock the poles in place. If necessary,
secure the remaining two arms with the separate poles
included.
5. Peg out all guy ropes to ensure the awning remains
securely anchored.
Tip - Insert pegs at a 45º angle to ensure the pegs won’t
pull out.
1. Carefully remove pegs, roll-up the guy ropes, remove excess soil from the pegs and
store them in their bag.
2. Twist to unlock the poles and secure back in place.
3. Collapse the fabric tensioners.
4. Release the tension strap from the vehicle.
5. Slowly walk the awning until it is fully closed. Roll the awning up, ensuring the
compression straps are clear of the frame.
6. Tightly roll up the awning until the compression straps can be secured.
7. Fold back the travel cover and zip to close. Close the waterproof zip cover.
1. Ensure the two attached poles are extended and that the two separate poles are also
supporting the frame. All guy ropes should be pegged out.
2. Remove the walls from the bag.
3. Attach the walls using the hook and loop tabs provided. Secure the bottom of the walls
by pegging them out.
COLLAPSING INSTRUCTIONS
ATTACHING WALLS (SOLD SEPARATELY)
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