ESKIMO WIDE 1 XR THERMAL Flip-Style Sled Shelter Owner’s Manual

ESKIMO WIDE 1 XR THERMAL Flip-Style Sled Shelter

INTRODUCTION

Eskimo® Ice Shelters are engineered with the ice fisherman in mind. We make quality and durability our priority, and we appreciate your purchase of one of our ice shelters. Follow these simple instructions and your ice shelter will provide you many years of trouble-free pleasure. Save these instructions for future reference. If for any reason you have a problem with your product, DO NOT return to the retailer, contact the Eskimo® customer service department at 1-800-345-6007 or by email at [email protected] for assistance. Congratulations on your investment in quality. Save these instructions for future reference. Ardisam, Inc reserves the right to change or alter this manual without notice.

REGISTRATION AND SERVICE

Record the product model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or requesting technical support. You can register your warranty online by visiting www.GetEskimo.com, or by mailing it to: Ardisam, Inc., P.O. Box 666, Cumberland, WI 54829. For service questions, call our customer service department at 800-345-6007 Mondays through Fridays. Warranty is valid only if the completed registration card is received by Ardisam, Inc. within 30 days of purchase.

OWNERSHIP RECORDS

Place of Purchase:
Place of Purchase Address:
City:| State/Province:| Zip Code/Postal Code:
Model Number:| Serial Number (found next to warning tag):
Date of Purchase:
Notes:

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This shelter is made with flame resistant fabric which meets CPAI-84 specifications. It is not fire proof. The fabric will burn if left in continuous contact with any flame source. The application of any foreign substance to the shelter fabric may render the flame resistant properties ineffective.
Fuel-based heat sources burn oxygen and emit carbon monoxide (an odorless, colorless, poison gas). Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, confusion and eventually death. Use caution with heaters. Be sure you have adequate fresh ventilation, including open windows and doors. All vents must be opened when using fuel-based heaters in your shelter.

• Do not use candles, matches or open flames of any kind in or near an ice shelter.
• Do not cook inside the shelter.
• Exercise extreme caution when using fuel-powered lanterns or heaters inside a tent. Use battery-operated lanterns whenever possible.
• Do not refuel lamps, heaters or stoves inside a tent.
• Extinguish or turn off all lanterns and heaters before going to sleep.
• Do not smoke in shelter.
• Do not store flammable liquids inside of the shelter.

WARNING
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL ASSEMBLY, SAFETY, SET-UP & USE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BEFORE USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME HEATERS IN YOUR ICE SHELTER.
WARNING: KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM THIS TENT FABRIC. THIS TENT IS MADE WITH FABRIC THAT MEETS CPAI-84 SPECIFICATIONS FOR FLAME RESISTANCE. IT IS NOT FIRE PROOF. THE FABRIC WILL BURN IF LEFT IN CONTINUOUS CONTACT WITH ANY FLAME SOURCE.
DUE TO TRAFFIC ON LAKES, ICE FISHING CAN BE HAZARDOUS AT NIGHT. IF YOU CHOOSE TO FISH AT NIGHT OR IN CONDITIONS WITH POOR VISIBILITY, BE SURE TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS.
NEVER LEAVE THE ICE SHELTER UNATTENDED.
SECURELY ANCHOR THE ICE SHELTER TO THE ICE IN HIGH WIND CONDITIONS.

PARTS EXPLOSION

WIDE 1™ XR THERMAL

WIDE 1™ XR THERMAL PARTS LIST

ITEMS BELOW NOT SHOWN

–| ROPE 1/4 IN X 10 FT TWISTED BLK
–| EDGE TRIM 1/4 IN CUT TO 93.5 IN
–| SKIN SEWN COMPLETE 42350
–| WINDOW PENTAGON 20 X 8 X 5 IN
–| WINDOW HEXAGON TPU 25.5 X 6.5 IN
–| SPLIT RING 60MM ID
HARDWARE| PART| QTY.
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–| SCREW #6 1/2 IN PTH BLK ZN| 36953| 16
–| SCREW 1/4-20 X 1.25 IN PPH GR5 BLK ZN FT| 41873| 2
–| SCREW #8 1/2 PHILLIPS PAN HEAD| 48320| 12
–| BOLT 1/4 X 20 X 1-1/2 IN HHCS GR5 BLK ZN P-T| 48240B| 16
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 2-1/2 PTH GR5 BLK ZN| 67430| 8
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 PTH| 69180| 2
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 1 HH GR5 ZN| 69345| 4
–| BOLT 1/4 X 20 X 3 IN HHCS GR5 BLK ZN P-T| 48280B| 4
–| NUT 1/4-20 HNYLK GR5 BLK ZN| 67538B| 34
–| WASHER 1/4 X 5/8 X 0.07 IN GR8 BLK ZN| 48261B| 42
–| WASHER 8.1 X 19 X 1.6 MM PLASTIC| WN516| 4

BOLT IDENTIFICATION CHART
Not all bolt sizes shown are included with all shelters. Bolts shown are for size reference only. Extra hardware may be included in the parts bag.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS NEEDED:

• (2) 7/16″ wrenches and/or socket driver
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Rubber mallet (optional)
• Cordless drill (optional)

STEP 1 SEE FIGURE 1
Attach hinges [A] and riser tubes [B] to sled [C] using two 1/4-20
x 3 inch bolts [#48280B], four
1/4 inch washers [#48261B], and four 1/4-20 nuts [#67538B].

IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP
DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN ANY NUT AND BOLT COMBINATION UNTIL INSTRUCTED IN LATER NOTES. THIS WILL HELP WITH HOLE ALIGNMENT FOR ALL PARTS.

ASSEMBLY TIPS:

• This ice shelter should be assembled in an indoor setting due to the time and length of assembly. Identify and familiarize yourself with all parts and hardware before assembly. Allow 1-2 hours for assembly.
• The use of a cordless drill with socket will make assembly of your ice shelter much quicker. Be sure to set the drill speed on low so you do not over tighten any nut and bolt combination.
• If a tracking kit or tow hitch is purchased with the shelter, it should be mounted to the sled before assembly of the ice shelter for convenience.

STEP 2 SEE FIGURE 2
Attach brackets [D] to each side of sled using four 1/4-20 x 1 inch bolts [#69345], four 1/4 inch washers [#48261B], and four 1/4 nuts [#67538B ].

STEP 3 SEE FIGURE 3
Assemble seat riser frame with two bent riser tubes [E], front riser cap [F], and rear sliding bracket [G]. Use eight 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 inch bolts [#48240B], eight 1/4 inch washers [#48261B], and eight 1/4 inch nuts [#67538B].
NOTE: Ensure riser tubes [E] are oriented correctly, with the more open angled end towards the front.

STEP 4 SEE FIGURE 4
Attach swivel [H] and seat [I] to seat riser frame [E/F/G] using eight 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 inch bolts [#48240B], sixteen 1/4 inch washers [#48261B], and sixteen 1/4 inch nuts [#67538B].

STEP 5 SEE FIGURE 5
Slide round tube [J] through brackets [D] assembled to sled from Step 2.
At the same time, slide round tube [J] through rear sliding bracket [G] on assembled seat riser/swivel/seat (from Steps 3/4).
Use plastic tube plugs [K] on each end of round tube [J] along with two 1/4 inch lock pins [L] to secure the assembly. STEP 6 SEE FIGURE 6
Push pole caps [M] onto each aluminum upright pole [N] and [O].
Holes in cap and pole need to align for proper assembly later.

STEP 7 SEE FIGURE 7
Assemble each aluminum upright pole [N] to each hinge [A] as shown using six 1/4-20
x 2-1/2 inch Phillips drive bolts [#67430], six 1/4 inch washers [#48261B], and six 1/4 inch nuts [#67538B].
The longest aluminum upright pole [O] will be assembled at the top hole in the hinge [A].

STEP 8 SEE FIGURE 8
Assemble each aluminum loop pole [P] to the upright poles [N] and [O] from Step 7, using the included #8 x 1/2 inch
self-drilling screws [#48320] to fix them to the uprights at the pre-drilled holes in the aluminum loop pole [P].
There will be two screws per side on each aluminum loop pole.

STEP 9 SEE FIGURE 9
Assemble bent aluminum uprights [Q] with pivoting pole cap [R] and steel tube plug [S] using a 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 inch Phillips drive screw [#41873].
The pivoting pole cap [R] has an arrow that should point outwards when assembled.
Make sure you have opposing assemblies in this step, with one assembly with an arrow pointing left, and the other pointing right. Simply flip the pole cap when assembling to achieve this.
NOTE: Ensure 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 inch screw (#41873) is fully seated. For extra security, add a small amount of Loctite® thread locker at end of screw .

STEP 10 SEE FIGURE 10
Attach bent aluminum upright assemblies [Q/R/S] to each hinge [A] using two 1/4-20 x 2-1/2 inch Phillips drive bolts [#67430], two ¼ inch washers [#48261B], and two 1/4 inch nuts [#67538B].
NOTE: Ensure again that the arrow on the pivot pole cap [R] on each assembly is pointing outward.

STEP 11 SEE FIGURE 11
The shelter skin [#40742] is required to be attached to the bottom extending tube assembly [T] prior to assembling to the bent aluminum uprights [Q/R/S] from Step 10.
Locate the five split rings at the front bottom of the shelter, then thread the bottom extending tube assembly through them in sequence.
NOTE: The outer shell of the skin (Red and Black fabric) should be face down with the interior (gray fabric) towards yourself when doing this .

STEP 12 SEE FIGURE 12
With the skin attached to the bottom extending tube assembly [T], align the brackets on each side with the hole at the end of each bent aluminum upright assembly [Q/R/S].
Use one 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 inch Phillips drive bolt [#69180], two plastic washers [#WN516], one 1/4 inch washer [#48261B], and one nut [#67538B] to secure each side. The two plastic washers [#WN516] should be placed between the tube and the end brackets to act as a swivel point.

STEP 13
Drape the shelter skin over
the top of the frame. Start by lifting the rear of the shelter skin over the top of the front frame support. Make sure that you are evenly working the shelter skin over the supports. Continue working the shelter skin over the rest of the frame supports until the shelter skin lies evenly over the entire shelter.
NOTE: Attaching the skin can be a difficult task and is easiest with two people to ensure proper installation and desired fit.

STEP 14
Once the shelter skin is on the frame, move to the inside of the shelter and attach the hook and loop retainers to the frame supports.

STEP 15
After attaching all of the hook and loop retainers, extend the front bottom pole assembly [T] to the “in use” position
(SEE FIGURE 15). You are now ready to install the edge trim to the rear of the shelter.
Move to the outside of the shelter and start by identifying the edge trim piece [#69654] from the parts box.
Locate the center of the edge trim piece by folding it in half. Line up the center of the edge trim to the best of your ability with the center of the rear of the shelter.

STEP 16 SEE FIGURE 13
Pull the skin taut and push the edge trim over lip of the sled with the shelter skin between the two. It is important to keep the skin taut and work the edge trim evenly around both sides of the shelter until all edge trim is in place.
NOTE: When pulling the shelter skin tight, DO NOT lift the lower frame support off the ground. Using a rubber mallet may be helpful while attaching the edge trim to the sled lip.

STEP 17 SEE FIGURE 14
Secure the edge trim in place using sixteen #6 x 1/2 inch sheet metal screws [#36952] provided. A cordless drill and Phillips head bit is recommended for this step, but is not necessary.
NOTE: Screws should be spaced evenly apart. This step does mean you will put very small holes in your shelter skin to keep the edge trim and skin securely attached to the sled lip. This will in no way affect the performance of your shelter. SET-UP / TAKEDOWN SEE FIGURE 15
Extend the front pole assembly to the “in use” position before flipping the shelter over.
To takedown the shelter, collapse the front pole to the “travel” position, and flip the poles over the shelter.
NOTE: Use caution so you don’t rip or tear the skin, especially around the hinges or any pinch point areas.

WINDBREAK SEE FIGURE 16
On breezy but otherwise nice days, the included spreader pole [U] can be extended to the “in use” position and attached to the bottom square tube assembly (small tube side) and round tube above the door opening. Flip the shelter over to create a “windbreak”. There is not a locked position, and the intention is to cut light breezes on nice days. Gusting wind conditions above a light breeze could blow the shelter out of the “windbreak” position and back into the fully deployed in-use position.

ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION

TOW ROPE
Locate the included 10 foot tow rope that was in the hardware bag. To install the tow rope locate the two holes in the front of the sled and push each end of the rope through a hole. Tie a knot at each end of the rope to keep the rope from pulling through the holes. This tow rope is designed for manual pulling by hand only. DO NOT tow the shelter behind a motorized vehicle using the rope.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• An Eskimo travel cover (#41237) may be purchased separately to protect your shelter while towing and traversing the ice, or
  during transport to and from the lake.

• For towing behind a motorized vehicle, you can purchase the EZ-Stow Pivoting Tow Hitch (#38067) or Eskimo Universal Tow Hitch (#11608) accessories.

• To help extend the life of the sled, a tracking kit (#16465) that mounts to the sled bottom can be purchased, allowing it to slide over rough ice and terrain easier, with less wear and tear.

LONG-TERM STORAGE

• Always make sure your ice shelter is completely dry before storing for long periods of time. Storing your ice shelter when damp or wet may cause mold and mildew damage.
• Remove skin from ice shelter sled and poles.
• Clean all salt, moisture and debris from your shelter skin, sled and poes. Wipe down poles with a wet rag.
• Store skin, poles an sled in a cool, dry place away from rodents.

NOTE: Lubricate the slide poles with a silicon spray at least seasonally. Do not use oil or grease as a lubricant.

Warranty Terms and Conditions

PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Ardisam, Inc., warrants this Eskimo® Wide 1™ XR Thermal under a one-year limited warranty to be free from defects in materials or workmanship or both for a period not exceeding twelve consecutive months from the date of original purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user. “Consumer use” means personal recreational use by a retail consumer. “Commercial use” or “commercial application” means all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing or rental purposes. Once a product has experienced commercial use, it shall thereafter be considered as a commercial use product for purposes of this warranty. This warranty does not cover cracked windows, tent tears, or bent poles due to use in high wind, inclement weather conditions, unattended use or uses other than those listed in the owner’s manual. This warranty applies to the original owner that provides a proof of purchase of the shelter. The warranty is not transferable. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user, and continues for the twelve month consecutive period thereafter. Any unit used in a commercial application is covered for a period of 90 days after purchase. For the warranty to be valid, the product must be registered online at www.GetEskimo.com, or the warranty card must be filled out and received by Ardisam, Inc., within 30 days of purchase. Ardisam, Inc. shall not be obligated to ship any repair or replacement product to any location outside of the United States of America or Canada.
For replacement parts, phone 800-345-6007 or go online to www.geteskimo.com.
*This warranty applies only to products which have not been subjected to negligent use, misuse, uses other than those indicated in the product’s owner’s manual, alteration, accident, use of unauthorized parts, failure to perform periodic maintenance as specified in product’s owner’s manual, normal wear and tear, use of unauthorized parts or repairs performed at non-authorized service centers. There is no other expressed warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year from purchase, or to the extent permitted by law. All other implied warranties are excluded. Liability for incidental or consequential damages are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by law. Ardisam, Inc. does not assume, and does not authorize any other person to assume for us, any liability in connection with the sale of our products. To obtain warranty service, you must have prior approval by calling our customer service department at 1-800-345-6007. If you choose to ship your product to Ardisam for warranty repair, you must first have prior approval from Ardisam by calling our customer service department for a return material authorization number (RMA#). Under these circumstances, all items must be shipped prepaid. Ardisam will at no charge, repair or replace, at their discretion, any defective part which satisfies all conditions stated above. Ardisam retains the right to change models, specifications and price without notice. Ardisam, Inc. shall not be obligated to ship any repair or replacement product to any location outside of the United States of America or Canada.

Eskimo®, Division of Ardisam, Inc.
1730 Industrial Avenue, PO Box 666
Cumberland, WI 54829
800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223
Email: [email protected]
All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.
Check for parts online at www.GetEskimo.com or call 800-345-6007

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