DOMETIC FTC Inflatable Canopy Tents User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Dometic

Table of Contents

DOMETIC FTC Inflatable Canopy Tents
General safety instructions
Installation
- Intended use
Using the tent
- Dismantling the tent
Cleaning and maintenance
- Storing the tent
Troubleshooting
References
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DOMETIC FTC Inflatable Canopy Tents

Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guidelines, 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
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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

Never use a fuel-burning appliance such as barbecues or gas heaters inside the tent. The burning process produces carbon monoxide which accumulates inside the tent as there is no flue.

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 tent 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 tent and ensure that suitable protective footwear 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.

Models:

Installation

Intended use

This tent is suitable for:

light to moderate weather touring This tent is not suitable for:
very strong winds or snowfall
seasonal pitch or commercial use

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

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 permission 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 tent

CAUTION! Risk of injury and 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:

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

Setting up the tent

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 supplied hand pump (10 psi/0.69 bar).

NOTICE! Material damage: Do not open or close the zippers by force.

NOTE

The tent comes with general purpose 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 tent into the ground.
Peg the guy lines in line with the seam it starts from.

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

The figures provide a general overview of the set-up. The actual set-up will vary slightly based on the model of tent.
Get help. The set-up is easier with more people.
Inflate the air poles from front to rear.
After standing the tent upright, check the corner pegs and re-peg if necessary. The groundsheet on the inside should be taut and in a rectangular shape.
Peg the guy lines so that the tent is under tension without distorting the shape.
If available, attach the storm straps.
Check the guy lines from time to time to ensure adequate tension, if necessary use the runners to adjust.

Set up the tent as follows:

To protect the tent from dirt and damage, lay down a groundsheet or footprint before unpacking.
Unpack the tent.
Separate and identify the different components.
Proceed as shown to set up the tent (fig.2, page 4 to fig.e, page 7).
Only FTX601 (TC) and FTT 601 (TC):
Ensure that the lateral air pole above the bedroom is sitting correctly in its pocket cup which is attached to the tube above the front of the bedroom.

Dismantling the tent

NOTICE! Material damage: Do not use force when dismantling the tent. Otherwise you might damage any material.

Remove any dirt on the outside.
Close all window blinds or remove curtains.
Close all doors and openings.
If installed, push the canopy pole out of the sleeve, do not pull.
Remove all storage area struts.
Remove all lines and straps.
Remove all pegs between the corner pegs.
Open the valves on each pole.
Wait until most of the air has been expelled.
Remove the four corner pegs.
When deflated, use the “Folding Lines” method to fold the tent so it fits correctly into the carry bag.
Fold/roll the tent towards the valves to expel more air.
Ensure that all parts are clean before packing the into the carry bag.
If the tent is wet or damp, dry fully as soon as possible.

NOTE: Information on the “Folding Lines” method (fig.f, page 7).

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.

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

Storing the tent

NOTE

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

Clean the tent.
Air fully and ensure the tent is totally dry before packing away.
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:
- waterproof
- repair tape and repair solution
- silicone spray for the zippers
- spare pegs

Condensation
All tents 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: