DOMETIC FTT 401 TC Extensions TC Air Tent Instruction Manual

DOMETIC FTT 401 TC Extensions TC Air Tent

© 2021 Dometic Group. The visual appearance of the contents of this manual is protected by copyright and design law. The underlying technical design and the products contained herein may be protected by design, patent or be patent pending. The trademarks mentioned in this manual belong to Dometic Sweden AB. All rights are reserved
Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guide- lines, and warnings included in this product manual in order to ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.
By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read all instructions, guidelines, and warnings carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein. You agree to use this product only for the intended purpose and application and in accordance with the instructions, guidelines, and warnings as set forth in this product manual as well as in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product or damage to other property in the vicinity. This product manual, including the instructions, guidelines, and warnings, and related documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit documents.dometic.com.

Explanation of symbols

DANGER!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE!
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.

General safety instructions

DANGER! Failure to obey this instruction will cause death or serious injury.
Hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning

WARNING! Failure to obey these !warnings could result in death or serious injury.
Fire hazard

• Make sure you know the fire precaution arrangements on the site.
• Do not cook inside the extension or use open flames.

Beware of suffocation

• Make sure ventilation openings are open all the time to avoid suffocation.

**CAUTION!

Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.
Risk of injury**

• This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not allow children to play around the extension and ensure that suitable protective foot-wear is worn. Guy lines are a trip hazard and pegs can be sharp.
• Cleaning and user maintenance may not be carried out by unsupervised children.
• Keep passage ways clear.

Scope of delivery

Annexe

Intended use

This extension is suitable for:

• light to moderate weather
• touring

This extension is not suitable for:

• very strong winds or snowfall
• seasonal pitch or commercial use This manual provides information that is necessary for proper installation and/or operation of the product. Poor installation and/or improper operating or maintenance will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure.
  The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the product resulting from:

This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance with these instructions.

• Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess voltage
• Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts provided by the manufacturer
• Alterations to the product without express per-mission from the manufacturer
• Use for purposes other than those described in this manual

Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.

Using the extension

CAUTION! Risk of injury or material damage
Never open the zipper on the protective sleeve while an air pole is inflated. This will result in the air pole bursting.

Before first use
Familiarize yourself with the product by carrying out a test set up before the product is used for the first time. Check if the scope of delivery is complete.
Choosing a site
Choose a flat site that is protected from wind:

1. If necessary, use a windbreak.
2. Choose a shaded site to avoid UV degradation of the fabric.
3. Avoid pitching under trees as falling branches, resin, etc. can damage the product.
4. Clear the site of sharp stones and debris to avoid damaging the groundsheet.
5.  Set up the product with the doors facing away from the wind.

Setting up the extension

CAUTION! Risk of injury and material damage

• Do not use any type of compressor designed to inflate car tires.
• Only inflate the air poles into the green zone of the pressure gauge of the hand pump (10 psi/0.68 bar). Hand pump is supplied with the main product.

NOTICE! Material damage Use graphite to lubricate the zipper when it is stuck.

NOTE

• The extension comes with heavy duty pegs. These will be suitable for many sites but for some types of ground special pegs will be needed. Ask your dealer.
• Drive the pegs at a 45° angle away from the canopy into the ground.
• Peg each guy line in-line with the seam they start from.

Keep the following tips in mind while setting up the extension:

• The illustrations provide a general overview of the set-up. The actual set-up will vary slightly based on the model of extension.
• Get help. The set-up is easier with more people.
• Peg the guy lines so that the extension is under tension without distorting the shape.
• Check the guy lines from time to time to ensure adequate tension, if necessary use the runners to adjust.

Setting up the annexe

NOTE

• The annexe can only be fitted to the left side of the tent.
• When zipping the annexe to the tent make sure the annexe is not inside out.

Proceed as shown: fig. 2, page 4 to fig. 9, page 6.

Setting up the canopy
For extra security the main product is supplied with a Storm Tie Down Kit. The front two ties can be taken from the main product and attached to the canopy instead.

1. Proceed as shown: fig.10, page 6 to fig. d, page14

1. Attach the storm straps to the corners of the canopy.

Setting up the vestibule

• Proceed as shown: fig.15 page 8 to fig. i, page 19.

NOTICE! Material damage
Do not use force. Otherwise you might damage any material.
Keep the following tips in mind while dismantling the extension:

• The illustrations provide a general overview of the set-up. The actual set-up will vary slightly based on the model of extension.emove any dirt on the outside.
• Close all window blinds or remove curtains.
• Close all doors and openings.
• Ensure that all parts are clean before packing the into the carry bag.
• If the extension is wet or damp, dry fully as soon as possible.

Dismantling the annexe

1.  Remove the groundsheet.
2. Loosen the webbing straps at the base of the aluminum pole.
3. Remove the plastic clips from the aluminum pole.
4. Remove all pegs.
5. Unzip the annexe.
6. Fold/roll the annexe to fit in the carry bag.

Dismantling the canopy

1. Remove the groundsheet.
2. Open the valve on the AIR pole and wait until most of the air has been expelled.
3. Remove the storm straps.
4. Remove all pegs.
5. Unzip the canopy.
6. Fold/roll the canopy towards the valves to expel more air.

Dismantling the vestibule

1.  Remove the groundsheet.
2.  Remove all pegs.
3. Unzip the vestibule.
4. Fold/roll the vestibule to fit in the carry bag.

Cleaning and maintenance

NOTICE! Material damage

• Do not use sharp or hard objects or cleaning agents for cleaning.
• Do not use alcohol based materials, chemicals, soap and detergents for cleaning.
• Remove bird droppings and tree resin as soon as possible to avoid permanent damage to the material.

1. If necessary, clean the product with clean water and a soft brush.
2. Apply impregnation against water and UV radiation before each trip.

Storing the extension

NOTE

• Fully set up the extension for cleaning.
• Choose a sunny day for cleaning to ensure the material will dry thoroughly.

1. Clean the extension.
2. Air fully and ensure the extension is totally dry before packing away.
3.  Store in a well ventilated dry place.

Troubleshooting

NOTE

• During first exposure to water there may be some moisture at the seams. Through this moisture the threads will swell and fill the holes that are created in the sewing process.
• A fully equipped spare parts kit should include:
  • Waterproofer
  • Repair tape and repair solution
  • Silicone spray for the zippers
  • Spare pegs

Condensation
All extensions suffer from internal condensation if one or more of the following conditions apply:

• high air humidity
• high ground moisture
•  a drop in temperature

Severe condensation can run down the inside of the roof and drip off ties, tapes and other internal fittings and can be mistaken for leaking.

• Increase ventilation by opening doors and/or windows.
•  Install a waterproof groundsheet.

Repairing a puncture in the air pole
If the air pole loses air, proceed as follows:

1. Unzip the outer sleeve holding the air pole.
2. Remove the air pole.
3. Deflate the air pole.
4. Unzip the protective sleeve to expose the inflatable tube.
5. Blow some air into the inflatable tube.
6. Submerge the tube in water.
7. Locate the puncture.
8. Use repair tape and repair solution to seal the hole.
9. Zip the inflatable tube back into the protective sleeve.
10. Zip the air pole back into the outer sleeve.

Disposal

• Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins, wherever possible.
  M Consult a local recycling center or specialist dealer for details about how to dispose of the product in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.

Warranty

The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer’s branch in your country (see dometic.com/dealer).
For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the product:

• A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
• A reason for the claim or description of the fault

The warranty covers manufacturing defects, materials and parts. The warranty does not cover fading of the cover and wear and tear due to UV radiation, misuse, accidental damage, storm damage, or permanent, semi-permanent or commercial use. It does not cover any resulting damage. Please con-tact your dealer for claims. This does not affect your statutory rights.

Technical data

Annexes

| FTX| FTX TC
---|---|---
Assembled:|
Length:| 133.5 cm
Width:| 100 cm
Height:| 180 cm
Packed:| |
Length:| 68 cm| 64 cm
Width:| 16 cm| 18 cm
Height:| 15 cm| 16 cm
Weight:| 2.82 kg| 3.47 kg

Canopies

| FTX601| FTX601 TC| FTX401| FTX401 TC| FTT601| FTT601 TC| FTT401| FTT401 TC
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Assembled:| | | |
Length:| 180 cm| 180 cm| 180 cm| 180 cm
Width:| 460 cm| 320 cm| 440 cm| 300 cm
Height:| 220 cm| 210 cm| 210 cm| 210 cm
Packed:| | | | | | | |
Length:| 64 cm| 52 cm| 64 cm| 52 cm| 64 cm| 52 cm| 64 cm| 52 cm
Width:| 27 cm| 26 cm| 24 cm| 26 cm| 26 cm| 26 cm| 24 cm| 26 cm
Height:| 22 cm| 24 cm| 22 cm| 24 cm| 22 cm| 24 cm| 22 cm| 24 cm
Weight:| 7.60 kg| 9.42 kg| 6.51 kg| 7.98 kg| 8.01 kg| 9.81 kg| 6.83 kg| 8.29 kg

Mesh vestibules

| FTX601| FTX601 TC| FTX401| FTX401 TC| FTT601| FTT601 TC| FTT401| FTT401 TC
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Assembled:| | | |
Length:| 80 cm| 105 cm| 105 cm| 105 cm
Width:| 460 cm| 440 cm| 440 cm| 300 cm
Height:| 210 cm| 200 cm| 200 cm| 200 cm
Packed: Length: Width: Height:| ****

52 cm

17 cm

16 cm

| ****

54 cm

18 cm

18 cm

| ****

52 cm

17 cm

16 cm

| ****

54 cm

18 cm

18 cm

| ****

54 cm

18 cm

18 cm

| ****

52 cm

17 cm

16 cm

| ****

54 cm

18 cm

18 cm

| ****

52 cm

17 cm

16 cm

Weight:| 3.37 kg| 4.60 kg| 2.63 kg| 3.75 kg| 3.45 kg| 4.71 kg| 2.83 kg| 3.88 kg

Vestibules

References

• Dometic United Kingdom | Your outdoor adventure starts here | Dometic Dometic United Kingdom
• Contact Us | Support for You | Dometic USA
• Find a Dealer | Dometic USA

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>