Eskimo WIDE 1 THERMAL Flip Style Sled Shelter User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- ESKIMO
Table of Contents
Eskimo WIDE 1 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 troublefree 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.
- If you are fishing and falling asleep intermittently, turn off all lanterns and heaters.
- 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™ THERMAL
WIDE 1™ THERMAL PARTS LIST
REF. NO.|
DESCRIPTION
|
PART NO.
|
QTY.
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1| TUBE 22 MM ROUND U 822 X 467 MM| 27500| 3
2| TUBE 22 MM ROUND UPRIGHT 755 MM| 27501| 6
3| CAP POCKET POLE HINGE| 68060| 6
4| SLED ONE MAN| 15502| 1
5| SPACER PLATE ONE MAN WIDE| 11631| 2
6| ASSEMBLY EXTENSION TUBE COMPLETE| 27539| 1
7| WELDMENT SEAT RAIL ONE MAN| 15033| 2
8| FRAME CHAIR VERTICAL SUPPORT| 11305| 1
9| TUBE RAIL SUPPORT 6 X .75 X .75 IN| 15640| 2
10| BRACE SUPPORT HINGE| 11203| 2
11| ASSEMBLY EXTENSION PIVOT| 28462| 2
12| HINGE SLOTTED 125 MM LONG| 27825| 2
13| SWIVEL VERSA MOUNT| 15016| 1
14| SEAT VERSA TOP| 15004| 1
15| KIT QRS REPLACEMENT| 33581| –
ITEMS BELOW NOT SHOWN
–| ROPE 1/4 BY 8 TWISTED BLK| 67589| 1
–| EDGE TRIM 1/4 IN CUT TO 93.5 INCH| 69654| 1
–| GEAR NET| 15596| 1
–| EDGE TRIM 1/4 IN CUT TO 24 INCH| 15639| 1
–| SKIN SEWN COMPLETE ESKIMO 41350| 41277| 1
–| WINDOW TRAPEZOID 13 X 12 X 6 IN| 11951| 2
–| WINDOW PENTAGON 25 X 8 X 5 IN| 11952| 1
–| WINDOW PENTAGON 20 X 8 X 5 IN| 11953| 1
–| SPLIT RING 60MM ID| 30053| 5
HARDWARE
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 2-1/4 HHCS GR5 BLK ZN P-T| 48271B| 6
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 1 HH GR5 ZN| 69345| 12
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 1 1/2 HHCS GR5 BLK ZN| 48240B| 10
–| BOLT 1/4-20 X 2-1/2 PTH| 67430| 8
–| SCREW #6 X 1/2 IN PTH BLK ZN| 36953| 16
–| SCREW #8 X 1/2 PHILLIPS PAN HEAD| 48320| 12
–| NUT NYLOC 1/4-20 BLACK ZINC| 67538B| 34
–| WASHER 1/4 X 5/8 X 0.07 IN GR8 BLK ZN| 48261B| 52
–| WASHER 8.1 X 19 X 1.6 MM PLASTIC| WN516| 12
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)
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 is purchased with the shelter it should be mounted to the sled before assembly of the ice shelter for convenience.
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(A) Attach (#27825) and (#11631) to (#15502) sled with (2) 1 inch bolts, (2) nuts, and (3) washers as shown in FIGURE 1.
(B) Repeat step 1a for remaining (#27825) on the other side of the sled (#15502) as instructed above. -
Attach the (2) hinge support straps (#11203) to the hinges (#27825) and sled (#15502) with (4) 1 inch bolts, (4) washers, and (2) nuts as shown in FIGURE 2.
NOTE: If the hole alignment is off or looks too far apart, rotate the hinge support brace and try again. This part will only bolt on one way .
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Attach (2) seat rails (#15033) using (4) 1 inch bolts, (8) washers, and (4) nuts as shown in FIGURE 3.
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(A) Attach (2) seat rail braces (#15640) to the seat rails (#15033) using (4) 2-1/4 inch bolts, (4) washers, and (4) nuts, as shown in FIGURE 4.
(B) Attach seat support brace (#11305) to the front seat rail (#15033) with (2) 2 inch bolts, (2) washers, and (2) nuts, as shown in FIGURE 4.
NOTE: Tighten all hardware used up to this point.
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(A) Locate the included Versa seat (#15004), small parts bag (#15752), and swivel (#15016).
(B) Attach the swivel (#15016) to the Versa Seat (#15004) using (4) 1½ inch bolts, (4) washers, and (4) nuts, as shown in FIGURE 5. -
Attach the seat/swivel assembly from step 5 to the seat rails (#15033), with (4) 1½ inch bolts,(8) washers, and (4) nuts from the small parts bag, as shown in FIGURE 6.
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Locate the (6) pole caps (#68060) and (6) frame uprights (#27501). Slide one pole cap on to the end of each frame upright, aligning the holes in (#68060) with the holes in (#27501) as shown in FIGURE 7.
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Attach the frame uprights with pole caps, from step 7 to the hinges, (3) on each side. Secure them to the hinges with (6) 2½ inch Phillips drive bolts, (6) washers, and (6) nuts as shown in FIGURE 8.
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(A) Assemble (1) frame U section (#27500) to the end of (2) frame uprights (#27501), and secure with (4) sheet metal screws, in the predrilled holes on the frame U section (#27500), as shown in FIGURE 9.
(B) Repeat for remaining frame sections. -
10 (A) Assemble (1) extension arm (#28462) to the hinge (#27825) with (1) 2½ inch Phillips drive bolt, (4) plastic washers, and 1 nut as shown in FIGURE 10.
NOTE: Avoid over-tightening so the assembly can slide freely in the slot.
(B) Repeat on the other side for remaining (#28462).
NOTE: the open side of each extension hinge should face the center of the sled.
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Locate the front extension assembly
(#27539), and skin (#41277). Unfold the skin, and make sure the extension assembly is in the “travel” position. Locate the metal loops on the front of the shelter, and slide them onto the extension assembly. -
Attach the extension arms (#28462) to the front extension assembly (#27539) with (2) 1-1/2 inch bolts, (2) plastic washers, and (2) bolts as shown in FIGURE 12.
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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. -
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.
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After attaching all of the hook and loop retainers you are 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.
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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. SEE FIGURE 13.
NOTE: When pulling the shelter skin tight, DO NOT lift the lower frame support off the ground. Make sure all spreader poles are properly installed before the edge trim is attached to ensure a proper fit. Using a rubber mallet may be helpful while attaching the edge trim to the sled lip. -
Secure the edge trim in place using the (13) #6 x 3/8 inch sheet metal screws provided. A cordless drill and Phillips head bit is recommended for this step, but is not necessary. SEE FIGURE 14.
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.
ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION
TOW ROPE
Locate the included 8 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 behind a motorized vehicle with rope. For
high-speed towing, you should purchase the Eskimo Universal Tow Hitch
accessory (#11608).
GEAR NET
Included with your Eskimo Wide 1™ Thermal is a gear net to keep you organized
on and off the ice.
To install the gear net (#15596) to the sled attach the hook and loop
retainers to the rear seat rail (#15033). After attaching the gear net to the
seat rails, locate the 24 inch piece of edge trim along with the remaining
edge trim screws used earlier. Secure the gear net by attaching it to the
front of the sled lip with the edge trim and edge trim screws. SEE FIGURE 15
BELOW.
SET-UP / TAKE-DOWN
Extend the front pole assembly to the “in use” position (SEE FIGURE 11) before
flipping the shelter over. The front pole should fall to the bottom of the
slot in the hinge when in use.
To take-down the shelter, collapse the front pole to the “travel” position
(SEE FIGURE 11), and flip the poles over the shelter, pulling the front pole
assembly to the top of the slot in the hinge.
On breezy but otherwise nice days, the front pole assembly can be extended to
the “in use” position and flipped up halfway (leaving the front pole at the
bottom of the slot in the hinge) to form a wind break.
NOTE: Use caution so you don’t rip or tear the skin, especially around
the hinges or any pinch point areas.
NOTE: An Eskimo Travel Cover (16475) may
be purchased to protect your shelter while transporting to and from the lake.
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™ 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 with-out 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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P/N: 15578
ECN: 13521
REV5: 03/14/2022
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