HEIMPLANET MAVERICKS Inflatable Tent User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- HEIMPLANET
Table of Contents
MAVERICKS
MANUAL
| BASE CAMP/EXPEDITION TENT GEODESIC STRUCTURE MULTI CHAMBER SAFETY SYSTEM
ONE-PUMP SYSTEM
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MAVERICKS DESCRIPTION
WHAT IS MAVERICKS
Mavericks is designed to be an expedition base camp tent with the competence
of a storm shelter.
It is engineered to handle wind forces up to 180km/h. With three separated
entrances, a removable floor, and multiple ventilation options it can be used
in a wide range of climate conditions and can function in various ways. Its
iconic dome shape offers room for 10+ people which makes it a great group
shelter, a dining hall, or a communication center. With a weight of just
26.6kg, Mavericks are packed in a duffle bag that can be checked in on
commercial flights without the need for special arrangements.
SPECS
COLORS
WHITE, BLACK
RED, BLACK| SIZE
DIAMETER (INSIDE): 410CM
GROUND AREA: 13.2SQM (142 SQUARE FEET)
OVERALL HEIGHT: 234CM (7FT. 8)
HEIGHT OF INNER TENT: 200CM (6FT. 7)
PACKING SIZE:50 X 50 X 80CM (31 X 20 X 20INCH)| MATERIAL
AIRFRAME: RECYCLABLE MATERIAL OUTER LAYER: EXTRA STIFF AND RESISTANT
POLYESTER INNER LAYER: FLEXIBLE THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE
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WEIGHT
(TENT + GROUNDSHEET)
26.6KG + 1.6KG
(58.6LBS + 3.5LBS)| FLYSHEET:
50D¹ HIGH TENACITY POLYESTER
DOUBLE MINI RIPSTOP, TPU2 LAMINATED
10,000MM³ 100D1 HIGH TENACITY POLYESTER
RIPSTOP, SIL/PU 5,000MM³
INCLUDED
REPAIR KIT, CARRY BAG| GROUNDSHEET:210D NYLON, PU 10,000 MM
| The Inflatable Diamond Grid (IDG) is a self-supporting airframe inspired by
the molecular structure of a diamond. Its design follows
the principle of a geodesic dome. What sets it apart is its high stability and
its excellent surface-area-to-volume ratio.
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| The patented Multi Chamber Safety System allows the entire airframe (IDG) to
be inflated in one single step.
The inflated frame can then be divided into ten separate chambers with the
one-pump connectors, assuring stability even if some parts are
damaged. All IDG parts can be easily repaired or replaced.
| The IDG features ten 2-in1-valves, each with two closures: a one-way valve
for quick and simple inflation of the airframe and a large opening for easy
deflation.
So pitching and taking down the tent is nearly effortless.
| Tensioning options:
Mavericks frame comes with multiple steel anchor points for attaching guy
lines for additional stability in extreme conditions (you find more
information at Advanced Setup).
| The air beams feature a tough, double-layer construction. An air-tight TPU
(thermoplastic polyurethane) bladder provides consistent air pressure over
long periods of time. The outer sleeve is made of extra-strong polyester
fabric, ensuring outstanding rigidity and durability.
| Simplicity: Mavericks are designed so that the tent and the airframe can be
set up in one step (inflation). This means that the airframe and
the tent must be assembled only the first time – after that, they remain
connected and can be pitched and packed down together.
| Single Layer Tent: Mavericks is designed to be an extremely tough base- and
expedition tent and doesn’t come with an additional inner tent. Through its
very good ventilation, it can still be used as a sleeping shelter if
necessary.
| Access and windows: Mavericks comes with three doors and three windows to
offer multiple access points and a good overview of the surrounding area (you
find more information at Access and Windows).
| Lower ventilation: Mavericks has five closable lower ventilation areas
spread equally over the structure to always offer a downwind side to open (you
find more information at Adjustable Ventilation).
| Upper ventilation: Two large and closable air vents ensure perfect, upward
air circulation – even in the worst conditions.
| Ground fixation: There is one extra-large adjustable webbing with a loop at
each of the 10 ground elements of the tent frame.
| Groundsheet: The integrated groundsheet is completely removable if necessary
and shares an overlapping area with the actual tent body
to improve the floor water resistance. (you find more information at Ground
Area).
FIRST ASSEMBLY
When you set up Mavericks for the first time you need to connect the airframe to the tent. You only need to do this once. Once they are connected, you can pack everything “as is” into the tent bag. The next time you use your Mavericks, simply unpack it and pump it up. The tent will then set itself up.
FIRST ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE:
| 01 SPREAD THE IDG (INFLATABLE DIAMOND GRID)
Spread out the IDG (Inflatable Diamond Grid/airframe), evenly on the ground.
Make sure the individual struts are not twisted when doing this. Now use the
pump to partially inflate the frame. To do this, simply connect the pump to
one of the valves using the adapter. The pump adapter can be found in a small
bag together with the repair kit.
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| 02 CONNECT THE TENT TO THE FRAME
Now spread out the tent and hang it suspended from inside the airframe. To do
this, secure the toggles to the D-rings.
| 03 PUMP UP THE FRAME
You can now pump up the IDG until the struts are fully inflated with air.
Everything else happens by itself.
EASY SETUP
01 START
Unpack tent and accessories| 02 LAYOUT
Layout flat on the ground
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03 CLOSE (x10)
Close all valves| 04 OPEN (x1)
Connect the adapter to the valve and both to the pump
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05 INFLATE THE IDG
Inflation is quick, as the tent pitches itself| 06 CLOSE (x1)
Disconnect the pump and make sure all valves are properly closed and sealed
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07 SECURE (x15)
Use the punch clips to separate the air beams.| 08 GROUND FIXATION
Apply your choice of peg* to the ground fixation webbings (10) and start with
adding moderate tension to all anchor points before applying final force for
maximum stability.
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CAUTION| *WE DO NOT PROVIDE PEGS WITH THIS TENT.
DEPENDING ON YOUR CAMP GROUND YOU MIGHT NEED A SPECIFIC KIND OF PEG FOR
MAXIMUM STABILITY
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PACKING
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RELEASE THE PUNCH CLIPS (x15)
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OPEN ALL VALVES (x10)
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FOLD TWO OPPOSING SIDES TOWARDS THE CENTER
Remember to remove excess air from the struts by pressing it out after each fold. -
THEN FOLD BOTH SIDES AGAIN ALONG THE SAME AXIS TO REDUCE THE WIDTH TO ABOUT 60-70CM
Try to pay attention to having all of the air structures and tent body wrapped inside the groundsheet – this helps to keep the next step easy. -
ROLL IT UP ONCE TO REMOVE MOST OF THE AIR
Then unroll and roll it up for a second time to expel the remaining air – don’t be afraid of sitting on the package to further reduce leftover air in the structure. -
PLACE PACKAGE IN THE TENT BAG
Once in the bag, you can further compress the package.
REMOVABLE GROUNDSHEET
Mavericks consist of three components: The frame, the tent body, and the
groundsheet.
Installing the groundsheet is recommenced if you handle sensitive equipment,
pitch on loose or wet/dirty ground or if you consider sleeping inside
Mavericks.
In case you have heavy equipment and rocky or hard ground or you have to wear heavy boots all day long – we suggest using Mavericks without the groundsheet. It is attached to the tent body on the inside at ten points to offer a wrinkle-free fit and is easily attached and detached.
GROUNDSHEET|
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For increased water resistance, we added a ring of ground fabric to the tent body as well. The overlapping area ensures good protection from the elements and is made of the same heavy-duty fabric as the groundsheet.
ACCESS AND WINDOWS 08
Mavericks offers three identical entries for maximum flexibility and to ensure good access in various scenarios. All openings use #10 YKK zippers which are partly covered to provide enhanced weather protection. All three windows are made from transparent TPU and ensure a good overview of the surroundings even with all openings and doors closed.
ADJUSTABLE VENTILATION 09 10
To guarantee a good airflow Mavericks has five closable openings to control
the intake of fresh/cold air. They are placed equally along the ground (blue).
At the top, there are two large zipper openings (red) where the warm air gets
pushed out as soon as colder air gets inside.
This chimney effect is the most effective passive ventilation and with its
multiple openings, you’ll always find a downwind facing side to open.
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ADVANCED SETUP
Mavericks are designed to withstand the harshest and most uncomfortable conditions you can find. The structure is simulated to stay strong against wind speeds up to 180km/h. For moderate conditions (<100 km/h) it is not required to add additional guy lines to support the structure. In case you are expecting higher wind forces or very strong gusts we suggest the use of guy lines to strengthen the structure.
The frame features extra-strong anchor points (5 in each direction = total of
25). If you are experiencing a prevailing wind direction we suggest starting
supporting the frame Windwards – depending on the wind force this could
already be sufficient. If you have strong gusts from changing directions it is
suggested to support the frame in at least three directions to maintain a
balanced structure. To spread the pulling force please always use multiple
anchor points in each direction.
We offer a set of guy lines for a fully supported frame as an additional item
on our webshop or at your retailer. We do not provide any kind of peg or other
ground fixation since every ground requires different equipment. Feel free to
contact us for more detailed instructions.
REPAIR
The IDG is made of especially robust materials.
However, if the outer sleeve or inner bladder is damaged you can replace or
patch it just as you would a flat tire on a bike. If the bladder is punctured
it can easily be removed through the repair opening at the end of each strut.
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LOCATE THE REPAIR OPENING
You can find the repair opening (zipper) at the end of each strut. -
OPEN ZIPPER ACCESS AT THE END OF THE STRUT
Open the zipper to access the inner TPU bladder. To prevent damage please only open the zipper when the structure is not inflated. -
REMOVE ONE-PUMP CONNECTORS AND VALVES
Remove the rubber tubes and plastic rings from the One-Pump Connectors, unscrew the valve and press them out. -
ATTACH A STRING TO THE ONE PUMP CONNECTOR
Then attach a string to the One-Pump Connector farthest from the repair opening. -
PULL OUT THE BLADDER CAREFULLY
Pull the bladder out of the outer sleeve carefully – the string will be automatically guided into the outer sleeve.
Use the string to reinsert the bladder after repair. -
REPAIR/EXCHANGE THE BLADDER
Now you can repair the hole with the self-adhesive patches provided in the repair kit. Cut a patch with rounded corners out of the repair material that is approximately 2 cm larger on all sides than the damaged area. If necessary, replace the damaged bladder with a new one. -
INSERT THE BLADDER CAREFULLY
Take great care not to twist the bladder when reinserting. Twisting the bladder can lead to damage when pumping it up. After the bladder has been reinserted, guide the bladder ends to the strut ends and make sure the bladder fills out the entire space inside the strut cover. -
CLOSE THE ZIPPER
Be sure to securely close the zipper completely. -
INFLATE THE BLADDER SLOWLY
After the bladder has been inserted, make sure it fills out the space inside the strut completely. Then slowly fill the bladder with air, taking care that it is positioned correctly. If the bladder is not positioned correctly (e.g. bladder is twisted or bladder does not fill out the space inside the strut completely), correct its position or remove it and reinsert it correctly.
PLEASE
NOTE| IF THE OUTER SLEEVE IS DAMAGED
If the outer sleeve of a strut is damaged, it should be replaced immediately.
Otherwise, you might damage the inner bladder. In this case, unfasten the
Velcro closure on the corners and at the bottom so you can remove and replace
the entire strut.
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CARE
The HEIMPLANET Mavericks tent is made from high-quality materials. With just a bit of care, it will serve you as a reliable home away from home for many years to come.
BE GOOD TO YOUR TENT AND YOUR TENT WILL BE GOOD TO YOU.
Give your tent a quick wipe down after each use to prevent mold and mildew
stains.
Stains and grime are best removed with a soft cloth and lukewarm, soapy water.
Do not clean the tent in a washing machine. Do not have it professionally
drycleaned.
If a zipper is difficult to open and close simply treat it with a bit of wax.
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