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Oztent JV Owner’s Manual
Never use any fuel-burning products (stoves, lanterns, heaters,
etc.) inside or within proximity of this tent. Use of fuel-burning
products inside or within proximity of this tent can result in the
accumulation of dangerous concentrations of carbon monoxide –
a colourless, odourless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide will cause
serious injury or death.
Avoid spraying your tent with deodorant or
insect repellent as it will destroy the waterproofing.
Keep all flame and heat sources away from this tent. This tent
is made with flame resistant fabric but it is not fireproof. The tent
fabric will burn if left in continuous contact with an open flame or
other heat source. Failure to keep all flame and heat sources away
from this tent can result in a fire that can burn.
Before using this product, read and fully understand: (1)
attached warnings; (2) the instruction manual and all accompanying
documentation. Failure to follow these directions can cause an
unsafe situation leading to injury.
WARNING
USING AND CARING
CONDITIONING YOUR CANVAS
It is vitally important that you season your canvas when it’s new
and also after long periods of storage so it gives its best perfor-
mance. Simply pitch your tent and wet it down with a garden hose.
This enables the stitching holes to shrink around the tread of the
stitch lines and the cotton in the canvas to swell. Let the canvas dry
completely before repeating this two times.
TIS FOR USING CANVAS TENTS
Even though you may have seasoned your canvas, sometimes you
can miss a spot or a seam. An age old remedy if this happens is to
carry a clear wax candle with you when you go camping. If you do
notice a seam has not been seasoned properly, simply rub the can-
dle on the exterior of the stitch line. This will create a waterproof
barrier quickly and easily.
If cared for correctly, your Oztent JV canvas will still be around for
the next generation of campers to enjoy.
VENTILATION
Maintain adequate ventilation inside your tent at all times.
CAMP-SITE CHOICE
When choosing a camp-site, carefully consider the possibility
of falling rocks or tree limbs, lightning, flash floods, avalanches,
strong winds, and other potential hazards to reduce the risk of loss
or injury to the tent or occupants.
Select a site that’s level, will drain well if it rains, and is protected
from wind and other elements. Clear the area of sharp stones,
sticks, and other debris, both for comfort and to protect your
floor. If possible, avoid setting the tent on ground that is already
wet. If you can’t, minimize the resulting humidity and potential of
condensation by keeping your tent well ventilated.
PEGS AND ROPES
Peg down your tent properly at all times to reduce the risk of loss
or injury to the tent or occupants.
All tents require pegging to prevent them from flying away in a
gust of wind. Always anchor your Oztent JV. Enough pegs and
ropes are supplied to safely setup your tent in most situations. It
may be necessary to purchase additional and/or specialised pegs
