STAKING / ANCHORING BASICS
By law you are required to contact your local “Call before you
dig” number before you plan to dig or drive tent stakes for your
local utility company to mark the location of all underground
utility lines. Laws vary from state to state as to how far in
advance you must call. Plan in advance.
Soil and setup conditions can vary greatly between installation
sites. It is the installer’s responsibility to be sure the staking is
adequate for each site on each setup.
SAFETY BEST PRACTICES
Economy Tent International products are of superior design
and function best in the parameters of these instructions. It
is recommended that the instructions are carefully read and
followed. Please read these “Safety Best Practices” before
the installation or removal of any tent.
• The installer is solely responsible for the evaluation of the
site and determining the proper securing method. Some
soils require different staking or securing other than what is
provided with the tent or purchased by the customer. Our
responsibility is limited to the construction of the tent and
not damage due to installation. Damaged frame parts or
fittings are usually caused by improper lifting of the frame
and are not covered under the terms of the warranty.
• Installation during threatening weather conditions is not
advised under any circumstances. It is the responsibility
of the tent installer/maintainer to determine the severity of
the weather and utmost care must be used. This product
is to be used as a temporary structure. In any questionable
weather conditions, evacuation is recommended and all
valuable merchandise should be removed immediately.
Use good judgment, common sense and safety during
take-down of the tent.
• Due to shifting of the tent frame, loosening of the stakes or
loosening buckles, it is possible for the cover to “pocket”
water in rain conditions. It is imperative to continually
inspect the frame and cover for proper fit and alignment
and adjust as required.
• Proper safety equipment should be used at all times to
insure a safe installation and take down. Careful evaluation
should be made to determine if hard hats, steel toe shoes,
safety glasses and any other equipment should be used
for the safe and proper installation. Tent lifts or other
equipment might be considered for lifting or take down.
5” to 6”
5’ to 6’
GENERAL CARE & MAINTENANCE
SOLID COVER & SIDEWALL VINYL
The vinyl fabric developed for this tent system requires specific
attention during installation, cleaning, and storage to maintain
its maximum life span. Please follow the following care and
maintenance guidelines provided for this product.
MILDEW TREATMENT: Our vinyl fabric is pretreated with
mildew inhibitors that help prevent the growth and spreading of
mildew and fungus. If you see mildew wipe it away immediately
with a clean towel and diluted soap solution. Never fold tent
covers if the fabric is even slightly wet since mildew will grow
in moist environments.
CLEANING: The best way to clean the vinyl tent fabric is
with a soft towel or soft bristled brush immersed in a diluted
solution of warm water and a tent cleaning solution. Apply the
diluted solution directly to the fabric using 1) a towel immersed
in the solution, or 2) a spray bottle or larger pressurized
spraying apparatus to evenly cover the fabric with the solution.
Let this sit on the fabric for about one minute to allow the
mixture to penetrate the fabric. Using a soft towel or soft
bristled polypropylene brush, gently work the cleaner into the
fabric using only mild pressure. Never allow the tent cleaner to
CORRECT ANGLE INCORRECT ANGLE
STAKING BASICS
A properly driven
stake will have 6”
or less of the head
exposed. The
deeper the stake,
the greater the
holding strength.
Anchoring stakes
must be driven
deep and vertical
(not at an angle)
about 5’ to 6’
away from the
tent.
dry on the fabric. Once the cleaning is complete be sure to rinse
away any cleaning solution completely. The best way to dry the
vinyl tent fabric is to hang-dry in a low humidity environment.
Fans can be used to circulate air but do not use heated dryers.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry area in the storage bags that
came with your cover.
FRAME HARDWARE & COMPONENTS
The hardware components developed for this tent system
require specific attention during installation, cleaning, and
storage to maintain their maximum life span. Please follow the
following care and maintenance guidelines provided for this
product.
OXIDATION: The hardware components for this tent system
have been supplied to you with specialty coatings to help limit
oxidation. With usage, these coatings will need to be maintained
for the product to reach its full intended lifespan.
CLEANING: It is very important to keep your frame
hardware components clean and free of dirt. If soiled, wipe
down immediately to remove the foreign matter.
STORAGE: The tent frame system should be stored dry in a
cool, dry, low humidity covered place.
See full “Care & Maintenance” on economytent.com.
