SHELTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL OF THE SHELTER CARE
INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH
THIS SHELTER BEFORE USING YOUR SHELTER FOR
THE FIRST TIME.
1. Before you use your new shelter, fully unpack
and pitch it at home. It is important to familiarise
yourself with the set up procedure and the various
features.
2. Select a site that is level, clear of any sharp
objects, is dry, will drain well if it rains and is
protected from wind and other elements.
3. Keep clear of overhead power lines and trees when
setting up your shelter.
4. For best and easiest results, enlist the help of at
least one other person to assist in pitching the
shelter.
5. Keep all flame and heat sources away from this
shelter fabric. Do not use open flame or gas
appliances in or near your shelter.
6. Do not use aerosol sprays or any solvent based
products in or around your shelter as these could
damage the fabric or special coatings. These
products include but are not limited to: repellent
spray, hair sprays, alcohol, detergents, fly spray,
petrol, kerosene etc.
7. Please note, the warranty on this shelter will
be deemed void if the product is used for any
purpose other than a temporary, recreational use
shelter.
8. Especially in windy conditions, it is essential that
you attach guy ropes and fasten them to the
ground. We suggest you insert the pegs into the
ground at a 45° angle towards the shelter, not
straight down. Please note, your shelter will not be
covered under warranty if wind damage occurs.
9. Use all of the guy ropes and pegs included to
ensure your shelter is secure and to prevent
damage to both yourself and the shelter. Check
guy ropes/pegs daily.
10. To clean your shelter, only ever use a soft sponge
and warm water. DO NOT use excess force or
other harsh cleaners to remove marks from
shelter.
11. Ensure the shelter is completely dry and clean
before storing away and ensure to store it in a dry
environment.
IMPORTANT:
1. Under certain conditions (cold weather, high
humidity etc.) condensation may form on the
inside of your shelter. Condensation can occur for
many reasons including vapour from your breath,
perspiration, cooking nearby or wet clothing inside
your shelter. This does NOT mean your shelter
is leaking through the fabric. You can minimise
condensation by airing out your shelter during the
day and by removing any wet clothing/towels etc.
2. Try to avoid pitching your shelter under trees as
tree limbs, falling leaves, sap, bird droppings or
excess water dripping from the trees can cause
damage to the shelter fabric and its special
coatings resulting in leakage or discolouration.
3. Only remove the shelter pegs by pulling on
the peg itself. NEVER pull on the shelter or the
webbing loops to remove pegs as it could result in
damage to the shelter or personal injury.
4. DO NOT leave shelter pitched for weeks at a time
as extended exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays
can damage and/or cause it to discolour. Your
shelter will not be covered under warranty if you
leave it up for many weeks at a time.
5. STORAGE:
NEVER store your shelter wet or dirty (even for
short periods of time).
NEVER store your pegs or poles inside your
shelter. Always use the separate bags they are
supplied in.
6. You may want to insure your shelter against loss
or damage.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The warranty period for this shelter is found on
the packaging and full details are on the Kiwi
Camping website - www.kiwicamping.co.nz.
Key points:
The original purchaser of this product is offered a
warranty if during this time period the product fails
due to a fault in either materials or workmanship.
Service under this warranty is available by returning
the product, with your proof of purchase, to where
it was purchased. If after inspection it is determined
that the product is defective, we will repair or
replace it (at our discretion) free of charge. This
warranty does not cover misuse, damage caused by
accident, storm or wind damage, mildew, neglect,
UV degradation and fair wear and tear. Please note,
the warranty on this product will be deemed void
if the product is used for any purpose other than
a temporary shelter. If the claim is not deemed a
warranty or is outside it’s warranty period, we can
repair the product at a nominal cost.
Distributed by: Aber, Hamilton, NZ
www.kiwicamping.co.nz
5199-04/20
