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F. TROUBLESHOOTING
1. A frame connection will not click into place.
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Be sure the connection point is free of debris.
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G
ently lift the frame to allow it to find a
natural resting position. Lifting to relieve
pressure on the connections allows them to
fit more easily.
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Firmly tap the connection point with your
palm.
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If a button lock is not popping up, try flexing
the frame in various directions until it clicks
into place.
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Do not use liquid-based lubricants on frame
connections, as this will attract more dust and
debris, making the connection less functional
in the future. Compressed air may be used if
necessary to clean connection points.
2. Wall panels will not meet in the center.
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Vinyl stretches to varying degrees depending
on ambient temperature. The centers of
the wall panels may not fully overlap in all
conditions, but it should be possible to overlap
the walls somewhat in all conditions.
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If the wall sections are not meeting, re-
stretch the vinyl starting from the doorframe.
Stretch the vinyl in small sections as you work
along the wall.
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After several years, vinyl ages and can harden
and lose its elasticity. Eventually, the vinyl walls
of your shelter may need to be replaced if
they are not stretching enough to complete
the shelter.
3. Roof panel will not fit fully over the frame
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When securing the roof panel, start by
securing opposite corners of the roof panel
first. Be sure the roof collars are centered on
the key flanges.
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As vinyl ages it can harden and lose its
elasticity. Eventually, the vinyl walls of your
shelter may need to be replaced if they
are cracking or not stretching enough to
complete the shelter.
4. Torn or worn-out vinyl
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See the Vinyl Repair section (page 20) for
information on how to fix minor tears and
holes in your vinyl panels.
5. Shelter components will not fit in their
cases.
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Moisture or dirt can add volume to the walls,
floor and roof of the shelter. Be sure all
surfaces are as clean as possible under the
conditions.
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Push as much air as possible out of the walls,
roof, and floor as you are folding them.
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Pack rigid items, such as base bars, in the
bottom of cases, then fit softer items around
them.
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Try changing the orientation of bulky
components, such as the end frame
assemblies.
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Have several people put their weight on the
case lid and secure the latches.
