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Trustmade SCOUT Installation Manual

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S C O U T
HARD SHELL ROOFTOP TENT
Installation Manual

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Summary of Contents for Trustmade SCOUT

  • Page 1 S C O U T HARD SHELL ROOFTOP TENT Installation Manual...

  • Page 3: Before You Start

    INSTRUCTIONS Before you start If you have back, knee or any other Your vehicle MUST have a roof rack or cross health complications, DO NOT attempt to bars installed to mount the rooftop tent. mount the rooftop tent on your vehicle. Scan the code to watch the The cross bars MUST have a dynamic weight load of at least 165 lbs (75 kg) and...
  • Page 4 INSTRUCTIONS Crossbar or mounting rack minimum width is 35mm and max is 85mm. Min distance: 31.49” The minimum height is 25mm and max is 45mm Min distance: 33.46” Max distance: 47.24” Make sure the tent is centered with the vehicle to keep it balanced at all times.

  • Page 5: Mounting Instructions

    INSTRUCTIONS Mounting instructions With the help of another person, lift the tent from the front and back and place it on top of the rack or crossbars. Slide the bolt in the rail and position the crossbar in between the bolts. Use the help of another person to lift the tent.
  • Page 6 INSTRUCTIONS Opening the tent Set the ladder to help you gain enough height to push open the tent. Open the lock mechanism and lift up the tent. The tent will automatically open. Place the awning rod inside of the holder. Make sure all paint parts are inserted into the holder.
  • Page 7 INSTRUCTIONS Warnings Place the tent opening side towards the back to prevent accidental openings from the Wind wind, and to minimize drag. Make sure to always secure the locks to prevent air to get in the tent while driving. Never place the tent with the opening side against the drag.
  • Page 8 INSTRUCTIONS Before using the ladder Please ensure that you are fit enough to use the ladder. It is not recommended to use the ladder when under the influence of alcohol and other drugs. 2. Make sure the ladders are secure when transporting it to prevent damage. 3.
  • Page 9 INSTRUCTIONS Using the Ladder Do not exceed the maximum total load. 2. Do not over reach. Take one step at the time. 3. Do not step off a leaning the ladder at a higher level without additional security. 4. Do not stand use the ladder in dangerous weather conditions. 5.
  • Page 10 INSTRUCTIONS Opening the ladder Each rung of the ladder has two locking pins that lock in place when the ladder is extended Locking and unlocking the pins LOCKED PIN UNLOCKED PIN The pins are locked are if they are placed The pins are unlocked are if they are to the right side.
  • Page 11 INSTRUCTIONS Fully extended ladder The ladder should be on firm and leveled ground. Expand each rung one by one starting from the top checking that the pins are locked. You should hear a locking sound but it is still recommended to check on each step. Partially extended ladder Place ladder on firm and leveled ground.
  • Page 13 Installed the roof bar on top of shell: 1. Roof bar x 1 pairs, steel panel x 4, screw × 8, bolt x 8. 2. Use bolt and screw fixed the steel panel connect the roof bar. 3. Max capacity weight is 155lb. 4.