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REPROOFING & SEAM SEALER
Reproofing is required as part of the maintenance of the tent to help restore its water runoff
properties after prolonged used and exposure. Frequency of reproofing will depend on the use
of the Camper.
Reproofing may also need to be done if some cleaning products have been used on the tent.
Areas to be mindful of are where tent panels are connected together or experience stresses i.e. stitches
and seams. Grangers Fabsil Waterproofer or a suitable alternative may be used for this purpose.
WATER INGRESS
If water ingress/leaks occurs which are not as result of condensation or incorrect pack down
procedure then determine the location(s) and possible causes for the leak.
It is possible that minor leaks are due to the fact that the canvas has not been subjected to a
weathering process. We selectively use Cotton Canvas on the OPUS
®
due to the materials superior
durability and breathability. This means, as with all natural Cotton Canvas tents, the OPUS has to
go through a weathering process before all the cotton fibres in the weave will swell and nestle
into each other. This may result in drops of water passing through the canvas on its first few uses
in wet conditions. The good news is those last few drips will go and you will be left with a
perfectly waterproof tent and one that will give you years of good service if it is looked after.
If the leak is a result of holes, rips or tears (visible) damage then repair/address as described in
the Rip & Tears section (Page 41). Otherwise contact us or a professional for advice.
ZIPS
If it is difficult to zip the awning to the tent or side skirts etc. examine the zip(s) for any damage or
cause of obstructions. Never force the zip.
If the zips are different on the tent section to the awning section/side skirts then zip adapters may
be required. Contact us on 01473 601200 for more information.
HOB UNIT
If the hob is not functioning correctly:
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Check that the gas bottle is ‘open’ and that the hobs flexible hose is connected and
switched on. When the gas hob has just been connected or a new gas bottle has just
been fitted or turned on, it will take a while for the gas to flow to the burners. Keep the
gas hob knob open whilst pressing the piezo igniter button, the gas will light up as soon
as it exits the burner.
• If the hob doesn’t ignite after a few tries of the step above; turn off the hob knob,
valve and gas bottle and ensure there are no leaks or any other issues.
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If the steps above do not resolve the issue consider the amount of gas that may be in
the gas bottle, it may be time for a refill.
DO NOT leave the gas flowing or the gas hob on if the burner is not in use.