SoulPad 4000-lite, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...SoulPad 4000 lite Instruction Manual Version 3 Published Dec 2014 SoulPad Ltd 2014 Page 1 of 18 ...

Page 2: ...INCLUDED 6 GETTING STARTED 6 HOW TO ERECT YOUR SOULPAD TENT 7 Groundsheet 7 Flysheet 7 Guy Line Preparation 7 Poles 8 Guy Line Positioning 8 HOW TO ROLL THE WALLS UP AND DOWN 10 To roll up 10 To roll down 10 PACKING YOUR SOULPAD TENT AWAY 10 STORING YOUR SOULPAD TENT 11 IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE 12 Use a Smoke Alarm 12 VENTILATION 13 CARBON MONOXIDE RISK 13 Use a Carbon Monoxide Alarm 13 PARTICULAR P...

Page 3: ...ulPad Ltd 2014 Page 3 of 18 Weathering 14 Loose Pegs 14 Loose Poles 14 Migrating Slides 14 Correct Placing of Items Inside The SoulPad Tent 14 UV Degradation 14 Snow 15 Zips 15 Re proofing 15 Fungus Mildew 16 CLEANING YOUR SOULPAD 16 REPAIRS 17 FLOOR PLAN DIMENSIONS 18 ...

Page 4: ...erally easier for two people to get an erection but if you follow our guidelines one person can do it alone So relax take it slowly and let us know how you get on If you ever have any questions not covered in this manual please contact SoulPad Ltd direct We will endeavor to assist you We hope that you will connect with us on a deeper level and join us on the various social networking websites on t...

Page 5: ... dry in between uses We are aware that some SoulPad customers do choose to use their SoulPad for long periods at a time and in some instances as a permanent shelter some with far more success than others This is done so against our recommendation Specifically the SoulPads are designed for use in temperate climates during Spring Summer Using SoulPad tents outside of this scope will likely affect th...

Page 6: ...evailing wind should also be taken into consideration Try to pitch with the back of your SoulPad facing the prevailing wind This will help to conduct the wind over the SoulPad rather than up against it An uneven pitch will place uneven tension on the canvas poles and other components as will an overly exposed pitch Once you have selected a good spot before pitching remove any stones and loose debr...

Page 7: ...roundsheet keeping it as taught as possible You will be adjusting these pegs again later so there is no need to drive them all the way into the ground Flysheet 2 Unfold the canvas flysheet and lay it on top of the groundsheet Find the entrance and marry it with the entrance on the groundsheet Make sure the entrance is zipped closed 3 Using the pin pegs lightly peg out the peg loops at either side ...

Page 8: ...ard into the entrance space until it is almost vertical 14 Position the A frames feet near to the ties on the flysheet Depending on the terrain you can loosely fasten the ties around the legs of the A frame if desired During adverse windy weather it is advisable to pull back the mudgurard at the base of the wall and position the A frame s feet directly in contact with the ground beneath This insur...

Page 9: ...he mudguard under the groundsheet around the entire circumference This is to ensure zero penetration of water when it rains To do this you will need to remove each of the lightly pegged in pin pegs from the groundsheet in turn push the mudguard underneath then drive the pin peg back into the ground through the corresponding eyelets on the mudguard and groundsheet There is no need to drive the pin ...

Page 10: ... its entirety However it is advisable to pack the poles and pegs separately from the canvas in order to protect the canvas from damage 1 Remove all of your belongings from the SoulPad tent 2 Close all of the windows 3 Remove the A frame cap and place it in the peg bag ready for next time 4 Go inside the SoulPad tent untie the A frame straps if you used them Take it outside of the SoulPad tent and ...

Page 11: ...rk It is good practice to store the poles pegs and canvas in their separate bags in order to protect the canvas from the other components STORING YOUR SOULPAD TENT 1 Only store your SoulPad tent if it is dry Never store it if the canvas fly sheet or the groundsheet is damp or wet Both the groundsheet and the canvas must be completely dry before storing Otherwise there is a very high risk of mildew...

Page 12: ...eads as follows Never block the exit of your SoulPad on the inside or the outside of the tent In the event of an emergency the exit will need to be clear of obstacles to allow the occupants to vacate the tent as quickly as possible Use a Smoke Alarm It is advisable to include a small hand held fire extinguisher as part of your camping kit along with a smoke alarm The SoulPads do not have a designa...

Page 13: ...and too many campers are killed by this gas each year The most common symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning may resemble other types of poisonings and infections including symptoms such as headache nausea vomiting dizziness fatigue and a feeling of weakness Affected people often believe they are victims of food poisoning Infants may be irritable and feed poorly Neurological signs include confusion...

Page 14: ...roughly in between wets Commonly water will accumulate on the labels inside the SoulPad tent during the weathering process or where the vertical walls are attached to the sloping roof This falsely gives the impression that these are problem areas This is not the case Again this will eventually cease Loose Pegs If the ground is too wet or soft such as with sandy soil pegs may become loose and pop o...

Page 15: ...t is likely that the central pole will either fail completely or the weight of the snow on the canvas will cause the canvas to fail where it is in contact with the central pole causing the central pole to rip through the peak of the roof Zips Zips sometimes endure extreme tensions These can be caused by wind gusts improper erections and adverse pressures caused by people or objects leaning against...

Page 16: ... tent cleaning products for this purpose Other domestic chemical products can be too harsh and cause the canvas structure to breakdown and leak Be sure to air your tent from time to time Condensation levels should be kept to a minimum by regular airing Open the windows and entrances regularly to allow air to circulate inside the tent too Keeping grass and weeds trimmed around the bottom of the ten...

Page 17: ... and thread to do so Try to use the same canvas colour and type as the original SoulPad If applying a patch try to use a diamond shape with the peak of the diamond being upmost This will enable any rain run off to disperse more quickly than a patch applied squarely When stitching always try to keep the stitching runs tight and close together It might pay to go over the same area a few times just t...

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