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Installation Instructions Aluminum Hard Shell Tents S/B2985 & S/B2986 For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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176lbs. Generally, most OE roof racks will have a capacity of 150-200lbs while the vehicle is in motion (dynamic rating). However, when the vehicle is parked and you are using your Smittybilt Aluminum Hard Shell Tent you are applying a static load which is easier to support. Always check with the manufacturer of your vehicle and/or roof rack system to determine the applicable weight limitations as they vary vehicle to vehicle.
M6-1.0x10mm Button Head Bolt M6-1.0 Square Nut M6-1.0 Square Nut For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Long Sides 14.5” 14.5” For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Decrease Brightness On/Off Button Color Temperature COLOR Fig. A Fig. B For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Periodically check the torque of all hardware. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024...
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Ladder Mount installation is now complete. Periodically check the torque of all hardware. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Pull the built-in bungee up and around the top of the tent to relieve the tension off the tent skin. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024...
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Then lock both latches to keep the veranda pole in place. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Insert at a 45° Angle Step 9: Setup is now complete. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Then, latch both latches. Teardown is now complete. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Step 3: Install the Tent Ladder to the Tent Ladder Mounts. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Insert at a 45° Angle Step 5: Setup is now complete. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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Then latch all 4 latches. Teardown is now complete. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024 Part # S/B2985 & S/B2986...
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If possible, keep the tent elevated off the ground. with a cloth and Break-Free® CLP For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024...
Use this only as a guide for hardware without a called out torque specification in the instruction manual. For Technical Support / Warranty Information please call 1-800-776-0767 Smittybilt, 1017 W 600 N, STE 4, Ogden, UT 84404 Aluminum Hard Shell Tents Rev 1/15/2024...
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5-YEAR WARRANTY Smittybilt Automotive Products, LLC (SAP) warrants to the original purchaser that (a) the physical components (e.g., metal com- ponents, welds, etc.) of any SAP Aluminum Hard Shell Tent will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 5-years from the date of purchase of the tent, and (b) the finish will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 5-years from the original date of purchase.
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