Manual Eureka Sunrise EX 4 Tent

Manual

Good:

4 stakes /4 lines

Best:

4 stakes /8 lines

SEAM SEALING:

We recommend use of a sealer such as Kenyon Seam Sealer 3 or

McNett Outdoor SeamGrip

®

.

• Work in a fully ventilated area.

• Set the tent up or lay the tent out flat. Taut seams allow for even

application and penetration of the sealer.

• Decide which seams need to be sealed. For example, seams that will be

exposed to rain, runoff, or ground level water are a must for sealing,

while seams on uncoated nylon or mesh panels don’t need treatment.

There is no need to seal the seams in the roof or the factory taped

seams. We recommend sealing both floor and fly seams and

reinforcements.

• Apply sealant to the inside and outside of all exposed seams. Several

thin layers will work better than one thick layer. Read and follow

manufacturer's instructions.

STAKING:

All tents need to be staked down to keep them from blowing away.

Securing the tent by placing heavy objects inside is just not adequate.

• Once the tent body is erected, stake it out before the fly is put on. This

enables you to square the tent up to ensure that the fly goes on properly

and that the seams align with the frame. Pull the base of the tent taut

between each web stake out loop or ring & pin. Make sure that all

corners are square. It is important that you don’t stake the tent out too

tightly. You will know it’s too tight, if the door zippers can not be easily

operated. Drive stakes through the web loops, or with ring & pin, drive

the stake just outside the ring so that the “J” hook catches it. Tie a piece

of cord or web into a loop through the ring to be used as a large stake

loop if needed.

• With the tent properly staked, drape the fly over the frame, attach its tent

connection points and stake down any pull outs.

• Do not attempt to remove the stakes by pulling on the tent stake-out loop, as

this could cause the fabric to tear. The best way is to pry on the stake itself.

STAKING IN SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• Sand. Use long, broad stakes with plenty of surface area in loose soil.

• Hard, Rocky, or Frozen Soil. Steel stakes work best. Store steel stakes

separately. Their sharp edges can cut fabric and leave rust stains, which

might damage your tent.

• Snow. Use “dead man” anchors. Tie tent to buried objects (branches,

tent bags, or stuff sacks filled with snow; or tie tents to snow shoes, skis,

or ski poles, which are stuck in the snow.

GUY LINES:

Do not depend upon staking alone to keep your tent secure during high

winds. Most tent models have built-in loops or rings at optimal guy out

locations. It’s important to put in the extra time guying out your tent.

Correctly done, it can save your tent during exceptional weather.

• Make sure that the top fly is securely attached to the tent frame. Ties,

hook and loop, or dog-bones and elastic loops are sewn to the

underside of the fly for this purpose.

• Attach parachute cord to the loops/rings and stake them in the ground

three or four feet from the edge of the tent. If staked too close to the tent,

wind can cause an upward pull that could dislodge the stakes.

• If your tent does not have loops or rings for guy outs, attach guy lines 1/3

to 1/2 of the way up the framework on the main sidewalls. This enables

the guy line to support the lower section of the pole, while the upper pole

can flex and deflect wind gusts. It is best to run two cords at an angle

from the side of the guy out. This prevents all movement, except toward

the anchor. The guy lines will work together through opposition. See

illustrations.

CONDENSATION & VENTING:

Through perspiration and breathing, an adult gives off about a pint of water

overnight. If it cannot escape, the water vapor condenses to liquid. Most

often, water found in the tent is a result of this condensation rather than

from the tent leaking. Condensation often forms where the sleeping bag

touches the side of the tent, under the sleeping pad, or on coated

surfaces such as the door flaps. A tent’s double wall construction allows

the vapor to escape through the roof to the outside, keeping the inside of

the tent dry.

Leave the windows partially open at night to provide cross ventilation and

further reduce condensation. Cross ventilation becomes more important

in very humid or extremely cold conditions when the permeable roof is

less effective. The features that enhance ventilation are windows,

short-sheeted flys (bottom venting), roof vents, and High/Low venting

doors. These are specific to each tent model.

Given the importance of proper ventilation, We use High/Low venting in

most of our tents. This allows cooler air in through the low vents and

warmer, moist air up and out through the high vents. High/Low venting is

accomplished within the inner tent via roof vents, doors and windows. It

is important to vent the vestibule. Unvented, it can inhibit airflow into the

tent. Our tent vestibules profit from the ability to “short sheet” by means

of zippers & toggles and staked vestibule pull outs create a bellowing

effect.

Most of our tents are equipped with a High/Low venting door. This design

allows increased airflow into the tent from the bottom. Open the low

vent/window to admit cool air, allowing the warmer air out through the

high roof vents. When rain and wind prevent the low vent from being

opened, the high door vent can still be used. Fly overhangs or vestibules

protect it.

ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT:

Ultraviolet light damage to tent fabric is caused by excessive exposure to

sunlight. While our fabrics are UV resistant, any synthetic fabric is

susceptible to UV degradation. UV damage will cause nylon and

polyester to become brittle and tear easily. We recommend that you use

the rain fly even on clear days. It acts as a sunscreen to the tent. A rain

fly is both easier and less expensive to replace if damaged. UV damage

can be minimized by erecting tents on shaded sites with low exposure to

direct sunlight.

GENERAL POLE CARE:

• Never let tent poles snap together as this can damage the pole end.

• Do not drop tent or pole bags on their ends and do not bounce a tent bag

on its end to get the tent out. These actions may cut the shock cord and

damage the pole ends.

• The aluminum frame may bend slightly and take a “set” through usage;

this normally does not affect the performance of the frame.

GENERAL TENT CARE:

• Sweep the tent floor daily to prevent damage from stones.

• Try not to wear shoes inside your tent.

• Use a ground cloth whenever possible.

• Do not keep food inside a tent. Hungry critters will chew through

tent fabric in search of food.

STORAGE:

• Make sure the tent is completely dry, then store loosely rolled, in a

dry, cool place. To prevent dust from collecting on the tent, cover it

with a cloth. This allows the nylon/polyester fabric to breathe.

• Ideally, the tent poles should be stored in their fully assembled state.

This reduces the tension on the shock cord, prolonging its life.

• The tent bag should be used only as a carry sack and not for storage.

COLOR TRANSFER:

• Do to the nature of tent fabrics, color can transfer from darker to

lighter fabrics when the two fabrics are in contact over time when

wet, damp or exposed to the combination of moisture and high

heat. This does not effect the tent's performance. To prevent /

minimize color transfer, always make sure your tent is completely

dry prior to packing and storage.

CLEANING:

• Clean the tent by setting it up and wiping it down with a mild soap

(liquid hand soap) and lukewarm water solution. Rinse thoroughly

and dry completely. Never use detergent, washing machines or

dryers because they can damage the tent’s protective coating and

seams. After cleaning, be sure the tent is completely dry, especially

the heavier, double-stitched areas such as the seams, before

storing or mold / mildew are likely to grow.

• Clean the tent poles with a cloth and lubricate them with silicone

spray. This is especially necessary after ocean side camping to

remove salt spray so the poles don’t corrode or stay gritty.

• Clean the zippers with a quick dip in water and then dry them off.

This is especially important if you’ve been camping in a location

with sand/dirt. If you don’t clean the zippers, the sliders will wear out

and eventually the teeth will become inoperable.

ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS:

DO NOT misuse, modify or alter this product in any way from its

condition at the time of sale. Alteration, modification or any use of

this product contrary to the accompanying written instructions shall

void the warranty. Moreover, any misuse, alteration or modification

of the product shall absolve Johnson Outdoors Gear, Inc. of any

liability for property damages or injuries sustained as a result of

such misuse, modification or alteration.

LIMITED WARRANTY:

What Is Covered: Johnson Outdoors Gear, Inc.

warrants to the original

purchaser that its products are free from defects in material and

workmanship, for the life of the product, except as qualified below. The

life of the product is determined from the date of purchase until such

time as the product is no longer serviceable due to normal wear and

tear.

What Is Not Covered:

Johnson Outdoors Gear, Inc.

shall not be

responsible for the natural breakdown of materials that occurs

inevitably with extended use (e.g., Ultra Violet (UV) light damage on

tents, exhausted zippers), or defects caused by accident, abuse,

alteration, animal attack, storm damage, misuse or improper care.

THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES BEYOND THE

TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

IN NO EVENT SHALL JOHNSON OUTDOORS GEAR

INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of

incidental or consequential damages, so the above

limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

What Johnson Outdoors Gear, Inc. Will Do: If after

inspection we find that a product failed due to a

manufacturing or material defect, we will repair or

replace the product, at our option, without charge.

How to Obtain Warranty Service: Return the product,

freight prepaid, to the Dealer from whom it was

purchased; or, contact our Customer Satisfaction

Department for return authorization: toll free

1-800-572-8822. Collect shipments or shipments without

return authorization cannot be accepted. The product

registration card packaged with our product need not be

returned for the warranty to be effective and for you to

receive warranty service.

Repairs: If your

Johnson Outdoors Gear, Inc.

product

needs service or repair due to normal wear and tear,

animal attack, accident or some other reason that is not

covered under the warranty we will provide the

necessary service for a reasonable charge, plus shipping

and handling. We require that products accepted for any

repair be properly cleaned according to our

recommended care instructions. Please send your

product or component that requires

repair (e.g., tent fly),

postage prepaid, along with a description of what needs attention. For

service and repairs, please contact our Customer Satisfaction

Department: toll free 1-800-572-8822

How State Law Relates To This Warranty: This warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from

state to state.

Our brands are part of the Johnson Outdoors family

of products. Visit all the brands at

johnsonoutdoors.com

We support the "Leave No Trace" Seven

Principles:

1. PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE

2. TRAVEL & CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES

3. DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY

4. LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND

5. MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS

6. RESPECT WILDLIFE

7 . BE COURTEOUS OF OTHER VISITORS

JOHNSON OUTDOORS GEAR INC

WARNING:

KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES

AWAY FROM THIS TENT!

This tent meets the flammability requirements of CPAI-84. The Fabric may

burn if continuous contact with any flame source. Do NOT operate any

device which burns fuel inside your tent. This could lead to serious injury

or death.

REV 091115

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