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Set-up your swag
It is important that you set up your swag when it’s new and also after long periods of
storage. This ensures that you are familiar with the set-up process and ensures that all
frames, poles and pegs are present and still working correctly.
If cared for correctly, your Swag will still be around for the next generation of campers
to enjoy.
Ventilation
Maintain adequate ventilation inside the Swag at all times.
Campsite Choice
When choosing a campsite, 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 in-jury.
Select a site that’s level, well drained, and is protected from the wind and other
elements. Clear the campsite of sharp stones, sticks, and other debris, both for comfort
and to protect the floor of the Swag. If possible, avoid setting the Swag on ground that
is already wet. If this is not possible keep the Swag well ventilated to minimize humidity
and condensation within the Swag.
Pegs and Ropes
Peg down the Swag properly at all times to reduce the risk of loss or injury to Swag
users.
All Swags require pegging to prevent them from being blown away in strong winds.
Always anchor the Swag. Tent pegs and ropes are supplied to safely setup the Swag in
most situations. It may be necessary to purchase additional and/or specialized pegs and
ropes for use in extreme or varied soil conditions.
Tightly tensioning the Swag with attached ropes greatly increases the Swag’s strength
and stability. This will also reduce fabric sagging and wrinkles and prevent rainwater
from pooling.
Condensation
When warm, moist air comes in contact with the cool Swag fabric condensation can
form. In most situations condensation can be controlled by allowing air inside the Swag
to vent outside. During periods of high humidity, such as during rain storms, it may be
difficult to prevent or reduce condensation. In these situations ventilation could actually
increase the condensation by drawing in more humid air.
Condensation can also collect on parts of the floor inside the Swag. This is also normal
and does not indicate leaking fabric.
Safety and Care Considerations
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