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Cinch button tie-backs. Securely tie back doors, windows, and awning.
Taking Down and Storing the Tent
STEP 1: Clean and Dry
1) Sweep out any dirt or food particles.
2) Empty all storage pockets.
3) Allow tent to dry completely! Zip down windows and allow tent to air out and dry inside and out.
CAUTION
VERY IMPORTANT—Your tent must be completely dry before storage!
Storing a wet or damp tent, even for a short time, will ruin it and void the
warranty. This causes mildew and mold that will cause a bad odor, stain, and
deteriorate the canvas and its water repellency.
If you must take the tent down while still wet or damp, loosely roll it for
transport. After transport, immediately unroll and set up or hang out to dry
thoroughly before long-term storage.
STEP 2: Collapse Tent
1) Unzip windows and doors.
2) Collapse Upright Poles.
3) Grasp T-pole firmly. Push in push-pin and slide back the brace.
WARNING
Poles are under tension. Grasp poles firmly. Keep
face away from poles.
4) Remove all poles and stow in pole bag.
Note: A slight permanent bend in the spring rods is
normal.
5) Remove stakes. Clean off moisture and dirt and store in stake bag.
CAUTION
To avoid tearing or damaging the tent, do not
remove stakes by pulling with the tent stake loops.
Use a hammer, a piece of rope, or a stake puller to
remove stakes.
STEP 3: Storage
1) Fold tent in half lengthwise.
2) Fold again lengthwise (now in quarters).
3) Fold this in half.
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