OVERLAND Nomadic 270LTE Awning Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- OVERLAND
Table of Contents
Nomadic 270LTE Awning
CAREFULLY READ INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO THE FIRST USE OF THE 270LTE AWNING
SET-UP & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
GET TO KNOW YOUR AWNING
We recommend you check all parts are included prior to first use.
Box 1
1 270LTE Awning
4 Twist-lock leg poles
Box 2
2 x L shaped mounting brackets
2 x steel clamp plates
8 x stakes
8 x washers
4 x short bolts and nuts
4 x long Bolts and nuts
8 x Guy ropes
Tools needed
1 13mm Wrench
ATTACHING BRACKET TO ROOF-RACK
(1)
To attach your 270LTE degree awning to a vehicle, 2 x “L” shaped attachment
brackets are supplied that are designed to attach to most roof rack and roof
bar systems. It is advisable that you contact the manufacturer of the roof
rack or roof bar system on your vehicle for the recommended attachments
required for fitting the 270LTE awning. Some roof racks are designed to allow
direct fitting of the 4WD awning without the use of the “L” shaped attachment
brackets.
The mounting frame on the back of the awning bag is designed to hold the head
of the 25mm bolts, these can be positioned anywhere along the mounting It is
recommended to use an experienced after-market 4×4 Accessories fitter to mount
the 270LTE degrees awning to your vehicle. Fasteners and fixing connections
should be checked regularly on both the awning and roof rack to ensure the
awning is always mounted securely to your vehicle roof rack. frame. Please
ensure they are tightened securely in place. Follow the recommendations of the
roof bar or roof rack system manufacturer to calculate the number of bolts
required to attached the “L” shaped attachment brackets to the roof bar or
roof rack system.
This awning also comes with 2 steel plates for installation to a roof basket.
If in doubt, please visit your roof rack specialist for specific roof rack mounting options and advise on Load capacities
ATTACH AWNING TO BRACKET
It is recommended to use an experienced after-market 4×4 Accessories fitter to mount the 270LTE degrees awning to your vehicle. Fasteners and fixing connections should be checked regularly on both the awning and roof rack to ensure the awning is always mounted securely to your vehicle roof rack.
PROLONGED TRAVELING ON UNEVEN ROUGH OR CORRUGATED TERRAIN WILL REQUIRE MORE FREQUENT INSPECTIONS.
(2)
Insert supplied 25mm M8 bolts into grooves in aluminum backing plate.
SET-UP
(3)
REMOVE COVER
Unzip cover and fold it over the awning body
(4)
RELEASE AWNING
Release the three Velcro straps and allow canvas to drape
(5)
OPENING
To begin setting up the awning follow steps 1 to 4
TIP
Awning will self-support during set up only however it is not advisable to
leave the awning hanging for any long period of time.
Swing out left arm fully and attach to roof rack using supplied tension strap
- Attach arms to roof rack
(6)
POLE SET-UP
- Undo the hook and loop fasteners that are supporting each leg. Be careful as the legs will drop down. Ensure no person or item is under or near the awning when doing this.
- Twist the leg pole to unlock/ lock to the desired height.
- Secure the end of each rafter by anchoring guy ropes.
ENSURE ALL GUIDE ROPES ARE SECURED
IF ATTACHING OPTIONAL WALLS, EACH RAFTER MUST BE SUPPORTED BY A POLE.
TIP
IN CASE OF RAIN, LOWER THE SUPPORT LEGS TO ALLOW
DOWNWARD SLOPE AND GUY OFF BETWEEN RAFTERS TO FORM VALLEYS FOR WATER
RUN–OFF
(7)
PACK-DOWN
- Undo all pegs / guy ropes
- Fold away legs and stow away using attached Velcro straps
- Stow 3 x additional legs in canvas carry bag.
- Release front and rear tension strap.
- Fold the RHS of awning back 90° from the awning body ensuring the top rafters sit directly on top of the bottom rafters.
- Fold the LHS of awning back 90° from the awning body ensuring the top rafters sit directly on top of the bottom rafters.
- Roll canvas and secure using Velcro straps.
- Position PVC bag over awning and zip up to complete pack down.
DO NOT STOW THE CANVAS CARRY BAG CONTAINING THE ADDITIONAL LEGS INSIDE THE AWNING’S TRANSIT COVER.
CLEANING
Clean with cold water and a soft bristle brush. Do not use soaps and
detergents. Do not expose to petrol, diesel, oils or chemicals of any nature.
STORING
Correct storage is vital for the longevity of your Nomadic 270LTE awning. If
on occasion the awning is required to be stowed wet, it is essential it is
unpacked and dried as soon as possible. Rot, mildew damage and incorrect
storage is not covered under warranty.
STRUCTUAL INTEGRITY
The 270LTE awning has been designed for general camping use under normal
conditions. Always ensure all guy ropes are anchored correctly. It may be
necessary to re-adjust guy ropes and pegs at times to maintain the structural
integrity of the awning.
VEHICLE FITTING
We recommend using an experienced aftermarket 4×4 accessories fitter to mount
the 270LTE Awning to your vehicle. Fasteners and fixing connections should be
checked regularly on both the awning and roof rack to ensure the awning is
always mounted securely to your vehicle roof rack. Prolonged travelling on
uneven rough or corrugated terrain will require more frequent inspections.
FIXING THE OPTIONAL WALLS
The zip on awning walls will provide a sheltered / protected area around the
awning. When attached to the awning, they are designed to create a shaded area
and help reduce dust.
WARNINGS
- THE 270LTE AWNING HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR GENERAL CAMPING USE UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. ALWAYS ENSURE ALL GUY ROPES ARE ANCHORED CORRECTLY. IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO RE-ADJUST GUY ROPES AND PEGS AT TIMES TO MAINTAIN THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE AWNING.
- TO AVOID CHANCES OF PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE NOMADIC 270LTE AWNING SHOULD NOT BE ERECTED DURING WINDY CONDITIONS.
- IN WINDY CONDITIONS IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED NOT TO ERECT THE AWNING AND WALLS AS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
- DO NOT CUT OR MODIFY THE AWNING OR MOUNTING ACCESSORIES.
- DO NOT EXCEED THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER’S WEIGHT LIMITS.
- DO NOT USE DAMAGED OR EXCESSIVELY WORN PRODUCTS. CONTACT US IF YOU ARE UNSURE.
- KEEP ALL FLAMES AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM THE FABRIC
- UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANY NAKED FLAME SOURCES BE USED NEAR THE AWNING, KEEP FIRES AWAY FROM THE AWNING
- KEEP A LOOK OUT FOR ANY AIRBORNE BURNING EMBERS THAT MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TENT. KEEP A FIRE EXTINGUISHER OR BUCKET OF WATER NEAR BY.
- DO NOT OPERATE ANY DEVICES WHICH BURN FUEL INSIDE THE AWNING WHILE THE WALLS ARE ATTACHED.
- KEEP EXITS CLEAR
- REMAIN CAUTIOUS WHEN GUIDE ROPES ARE IN USE
- KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR CHILDREN WHEN AWNING IS IN USE
- STOW AWAY AWNING BEFORE OPERATING VEHICLE
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