Coleman MONTANA 8 TENT 2000001594 SetUp Manual

Before you begin

Read all instructions before set up.

• Select a level site clear of rocks, branches, and other hard or sharp objects, to install your tent.

Keep clear of overhead power lines.

• Do not set up your tent under trees because of potential lightning strikes or falling tree limbs in inclement weather.
• Secure with all stakes and guylines provided to prevent property damage or personal injury.
• For best results in windy conditions, position narrow end of tent intothe wind.
• Enlist the help of at least one other person to assist you when it is time to assemble the tent.

Pole Descriptions

To Set Up Tent

1. Unfold tent and spread out on a clean, level surface with the door facing the desired direction. (Fig. 1)
   
2. Assemble all poles by interlocking the shock-corded, sections together.
3. Insert grey Side Body Poles through the grey trimmed sleeves on both sides of tent; then insert black Main Body Poles through black trimmed sleeves, in center of tent, forming a "X". Make sure black Main Body Poles overlap the grey Side Body Poles. (Fig. 1)
4. Insert end of each black Main Body Poles & grey Side Body Poles into pins. (Fig. 2 & 2A)
   
5. Go to opposite end of each pole and gradually apply pressure to each forming arches. Insert the pin into each pole end at the sides and corners of tent. (Fig. 2 & 2A)
6. Attach frame clips along edges of tent to the black Main Body Poles & grey Side Body Poles. (Fig. 2B)
7. Stretch tent until taut, then secure metal loops located on both sides and web loops located at four corners of tent with stakes. (Fig. 2C)

Hinged, Rigid Door

1. Assemble Vertical Door Pole (shorter black pole with plastic tips); then insert through zippered vertical pole sleeve on hinged side of door. (Fig. 3)
   
2. Insert end of Vertical Door Pole into bottom hinge plate, apply pressure to form a slight bow, then insert other tip of pole into top hinge. Zip up vertical pole sleeve. (Fig. 4 & 5)
   
3. Assemble Door Pole (longer black pole with plastic cap tips); then insert into zippered pole sleeve at top of door. (Fig. 6)
   
4. Insert end of Door Pole into top hinge plate, apply pressure to form a bow, then insert other tip of pole into the bottom hinge. (Fig. 7)
   
5. Zip up pole sleeve to enclose Door Pole. (Fig. 8)
   

To Attach Rainfly

1. Insert black Rainfly Pole with through sleeve in underside of Rainfly. (Fig. 9)
   
2. Drape Rainfly over tent with Rainfly Pole centered above front door & the dark blue vestibule flaps located in the front. (Fig 9)
3. Insert end of each black Rainfly Pole into pin on either side of front door. (Fig. 10 & 10A)
   
4. Go to opposite end of Rainfly Pole and gradually apply pressure to form an arch. Insert the pin into pole end at other side of the door. (Fig. 10 & 10A)
5. Locate all hook & loop fasteners on underside of Rainfly and wrap around black and grey poles to secure. (Fig. 10B)
6. Stretch elastic straps and hook clip on each to the metal loops at the front and back of the tent. (Fig. 10C)
7. Extend out vestibule flaps and secure with metal stakes through the loops in the web straps (Fig. 10 & 5D)
8. Stretch guylines until taut, then secure with stakes. (Fig. 10 & 10E)

Electrical Cord Access

1. Unzip the access panel in the lower left corner of tent and bring in an electrical cord.

NOTE: Use only UL approved cords rated for outdoor usage. (Fig. 16)

Cooler Access

The smaller zippered opening at the side of tent is designed for added ventilation and easy access to your beverage cooler.

1. To use as a vent, unzip flap to expose screen.
2. To use as a cooler access, unzip other flap to make an avenue to bring beverages into tent. (Fig. 17)
   

To Store

1. All poles and stakes must be placed in the storage bag to prevent damage to the fabric items placed in the carry case.
2. Make sure tent is clean and dry before placing in carry case.
3. Remove rainfly, spread out on floor of tent, then unzip door & vents before taking tent down for storage.
4. Neatly fold tent to width of pole storage bag, place on tent, roll tightly, and place in carry case.
5. Store in a clean, dry area.

The Coleman Company, Inc.
3600 N. Hydraulic
Wichita, Kansas 67219
1-800-835-3278
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