zempire V2 Fully Inflatable Airforce-1 Instruction Manual
- September 11, 2024
- zempire
Table of Contents
zempire V2 Fully Inflatable Airforce-1
Product Overview
Dimensions
Key tips:
- Before inflating your tent, start by pegging the corners and ensure the tent is fully pegged with the floor sitting flat. The floor seam should have tension between each peg loop.
- Ensure your air tubes are inflated to the correct pressure by using the pressure gauge on the pump.
- If you experience loss in air pressure, check the valve is firmly screwed in and has not been cross- threaded. Also make sure the valve flap is not obstructed.
- Do not over tension guy ropes, the guy ropes should be taught but shouldn’t pull your tent out of shape.
- Internal window panels can be half opened to control airflow and privacy. Fold window panels so they sit between the lower cover and mesh panel.
- If you experience heavy rain or morning dew, flick the inside of the cover a few times to remove water from the mesh panel before opening the cover.
- Before deflating, open the windows and lay the window covers flat on the floor. This allows air to escape faster to speed up your pack away. It also allows air to freely enter the tent when you inflate it next time.
- Before deflating do a final check to make sure all internal isolation taps are open.
Types:
PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
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Test Run
Practice pitching your tent at home to ensure you understand the process. -
Pick A Site
When picking a site for your tent, try to find an area that is sheltered, flat and free from sharp objects. If possible, position your tent with the front door facing away from the prevailing wind. Also, try not to pitch your tent under trees as falling branches or sap can damage the tent. -
Ground Sheet
To protect your tent from dirt and damage, it is recommended to use a Zempire® Ground Sheet. Ground Sheets not only protect your tent floor but also make pack down faster and cleaner. The Ground Sheet should be pegged down in the correct position first, then the tent placed on top. Zempire® Ground Sheets are slightly smaller than the size of the tent floor to ensure water does not collect between the two layers. -
Unpacking
When you take your tent out for the first time, take a moment to see how it is packed or take a photo with your phone. This will help you when it comes to packing your tent away. Separate and identify the different parts included with your tent. The package should include the following:- Tent
- 4 x Crinkle Cut Pegs 11mm
- Pump (built-in pressure gauge) – 34 x Crinkle Cut Pegs 8mm
- Hose (with 2 nozzles)
- Guy Ropes (pre-attached)
- 2x side awning poles
- Additional Guy Ropes
- Repair kit (see peg bag)
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Pump Setup
Your Zempire® High Pressure Pump included with your tent comes with a built-in pressure gauge to ensure that the air tubes are inflated to the correct level. The pump accessories should be assembled in the configuration shown. -
Layout
Unroll the tent with the floor facing down. The awning is located at the front of the tent. Peg out the 4 corners of the sewn-in groundsheet ensuring there is significant tension between each point and that the floor sits as flat as possible. Next, peg the front corners of your awning so the attached guide straps sit taught and square. Ideally the pegs should be angled away from your tent at 45°. -
Airflow
Your tent will arrive with the bottom of the front door open to help increase airflow during the first pitch. It is important however that the doors remain predominantly closed during the pitching process to ensure the tent holds its correct shape during inflation and is not over tightened, which can cause damage. To enable air to enter during the pitching process, all window covers should be opened. -
Air In and Air Out
The external inflation valve is located on the third beam from the front of the tent under this symbol . Before inflating, remove the valve cap (A) and screw the boston valve (B) into the threaded section attached to the frame. Make sure the 4 air release taps (C), under this symbol , on the right side of the tent are closed off. -
Inflation
Connect the pump via NOZZLE A to the boston valve and inflate to 7-9 PSI. It is important not to over-inflate the tubes. It is recommended that during very hot weather, 7 PSI is used to provide room for expansion during the day. In cooler or windier conditions, 9 PSI is recommended. As each tube inflates, it may be necessary to support the center of the tubes until they assume their correct shape. Once inflated, remove the pump and close all the internal isolation taps (D). These must be opened again before deflating the tent. -
Pegging
Peg the remaining peg loops around the tent. Durable steel pegs are included with your tent which will be suitable for the majority of conditions. However, when camping at a rocky or sandy location, you may wish to purchase more specialised pegs. A range of specialised Zempire* Pegs may be available in your local region or on our website. -
Guy Ropes
Guy ropes are pre-attached on all Zempire® tents. It is recommended that guy ropes are used at all times. It is important not to over-tighten the guy ropes, they should sit taught but should not distort the shape of the tent. -
Deflation
- Open all internal isolation taps.
- Open all window covers and lay them flat on the floor.
- Close all doors, but leave the bottom open.
- Unpeg all guy ropes and roll up to ensure they do not get tangled during packing.
- Open all air release taps on each air tube and wait for all the air to be expelled. These taps should remain oben durina the pack down process.
- Unpeg all peg points.
- Clean and dry pegs before storing in the bag.
- Carefully walk over the air tubes (with shoes removed) towards the air-release taps to expel as much air as possible.
- Fold the awning over the body of the tent, then fold the bedrooms over the center of the tent.
- Lay the carry bag at the rear of the tent and fold the tent to 2/3s of the length of the bag. The tent should be folded parallel to the main air tubes.
- Place the pump and peg bags on top of the folded tent at the end opposite the air-release taps. Roll the tent from the “non-tap” side to the “tap-side” to help expel any remaining air from the frame. It may take more than one roll to expel all the air from the tent.
- Use the webbing compression straps to secure the rolled tent and place inside the carry bag.
Condensation
It is important that lower vents are opened at all times to reduce the risk of
condensation. During humid or damp conditions, it is recommended that the
window covers are opened to expose the mesh layer, enabling additional airflow
throughout your tent. Do not use foam swabs or non-bonded mats directly on the
tent floor. This will cause condensation between the mat and floor and if not
dried out, can lead to mildew forming.
WEATHERING YOUR TENT
When you first get your new tent, you will need to weather it. This is a
process of soaking the fabric to ensure the cotton threads swell up, filling
stitch holes and creating a watertight surface. When you pitch your tent for
the first time, soak the fabric with a garden hose until the fabric is visibly
damp. Allow to dry and repeat two or three times. Your tent will get more
watertight the more you use it. Do not be concerned if you have a small amount
of water coming through the seams on the first few times you get heavy rain.
Natural Fibre
Zempire® Canvas is made of a combination of natural cotton for breathability
and water fastness and polyester for strength. Please note that as cotton is a
natural fibre, you will notice variances of both colour and thickness of the
thread. This is normal and is a characteristic of a natural and breathable
fibre.
Fire Retardant
Zempire® Canvas Tents are naturally fire retardant. While this significantly
reduces the risk of the fabric catching on fire, it is by no means fire-proof.
Ensure open flames are kept well away from your tent at all times.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Ensure guy ropes are out at all times during use.
- Make sure you have all vents open at all times. Constant airflow will drastically reduce condensation in humid weather conditions. Never cook in your tent as it is unsafe and would also heavily increase condensation.
- Never pack your tent away wet. If you must take your tent down when wet, ensure that it is dried completely as soon as possible to prevent mildew forming.
- If mildew does form on your tent, wash off with warm water and a soft brush to prevent further growth. Do not use soap or detergents.
- Do not use aerosol spray cans or an open flame inside your tent. The fabric has been treated with a fire retardant but is in no way fire-proof.
- Always use a peg puller to remove pegs. Never remove pegs by pulling the tent or peg loops; always clean and dry pegs before storing.
- This tent is not designed to withstand storm conditions. During a severe storm, it is recommended that the tent be taken down.
- Do not leave your tent pitched unnecessarily for extended periods of time. UV light damages the fly and will shorten the life of your tent.
5 Year Limited Warranty
Please take time to read about the protection we offer you. All our products come with a guarantee designed to protect you as our valued customer. Zempire® Camping Equipment will repair or replace this product, at their discretion, should it fail due to faulty materials or manufacture for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase.
The Guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
- The Guarantee only applies to an original purchaser who purchased this product in an unopened condition from an approved retail outlet.
- The Guarantee does not apply if the product has been used for anything other than reasonable personal use. Commercial use (e.g. rental) or continuous use are expressly excluded.
- Damage due to normal wear and tear, accident, acts of God, negligence (other than by Zempire* Camping Equipment), failure by the purchaser to ensure instructions for setting up and care are observed, deterioration due to abnormal exposure to ultraviolet light, damage from wind, insects, animals or mold/mildew, or any other cause reasonably beyond the control of Zempire® Camping Equipment are not covered
- If redress is sought under the terms of this Guarantee, then the product must be returned by the purchaser to the outlet from where it was purchased within the Guarantee period, in a clean, dry state and with proof of purchase.
- All transport costs and any other indirect costs are excluded from the Guarantee.
- Zempire® Camping Equipment reserves the right to make a reasonable charge for repairs which it determines are not within the scope of the Guarantee.
- The Guarantee does not limit, modify or exclude any rights under any law if doing so would contravene that law or make any part of this Guarantee invalid. However, Zempire® Camping Equipment:
- a) excludes (to the extent permitted by applicable law) all conditions and warranties that might otherwise be implied; and
- b) limits its liability for breach of any such condition or that it cannot exclude together with its liability under the Guarantee, to repairing or replacing the Goods or paying the cost of having the Goods repaired or replaced (at Zempire” Camping Equipment’s option).
Australia Only
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be
of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
USA Only
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Europe Only
The consumer has legal rights under applicable national legislation governing
the sale of consumer goods and those rights are not affected by the guarantee.
All warranty claim processes are explained on our Zempire® website /warranty
and follow the instructions to lodge a warranty claim.
INFO
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all instructions,
guidelines, and safety warnings. Included in this product instruction manual
are warnings and precautions in relation to the safe use, care, assembly,
maintenance, and storage of this product. By using the product, you confirm
that you have read the product instruction manual and understand all warnings
and precautions and agree that the product shall only be used for the intended
purpose and application in accordance with the instructions, guidelines, and
warnings in this product instruction manual as well as in accordance with all
applicable laws and regulations. A failure to read, understand and follow the
instructions and warnings may result in death or injury to yourself and others
as well as damage to your product. This manual, including the instructions,
guidelines, and warnings, and relateddocumentation, may be subject to changes
and updates. These instructions MUST be kept with this product for future
reference.
WARNING & SAFETY
REFERENCE EXPLANATIONS
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 using the product.
DANGER
Failure to obey this instruction will cause death or serious injury. HAZARD OF
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Never use fuel-burning appliances such as barbecues,
gas heaters or gas cookers inside the tent/shelter. The burning process
produces carbon monoxide which accumulates inside the tent/ shelter and can
cause death.
WARNING
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
BEWARE OF SUFFOCATION
Make sure ventilation openings are always open to avoid suffocation.
CAUTION
Failure to obey these cautions could result in minor or moderate injury.
INJURY RISK
This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
suitable knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction by
a person responsible for their safety. Guy lines are a trip hazard, do not
allow children to play near the tent and ensure that suitable protective
footwear is worn. Maintenance or cleaning of this tent/ shelter is not to be
undertaken by unsupervised children.
WARNING
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
FIRE HAZARD
Do not cook inside the tent/shelter or use open flames.
DANGER
Failure to obey this instruction will cause death or serious injury.
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/OR ELECTROCUTION HAZARD
- The use of the Power cord access points to run an extension cord into the tent/shelter may lead to electric shock, electrocution, fire or explosion hazards.
- DO NOT use any extension cord that is worn or damaged in anyway.
- DO NOT allow electrical devices, appliances, or extension cord to encounter condensation, water, or moisture inside the tent/shelter.
- Only use extension cords that are marked and certified for OUTDOOR USE.
- USA : Only connect extension cord to a 120 Volt GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protected outlet with proper ground. If GFCI outlet is not available, use an extension cord with GFCI built in protection.
- AU/NZ: Only connect extension cord to a 240 Volt RCD (residual current device) protected outlet with proper ground. If RCD outlet is not available, use an extension cord with RCD built in protection.
- Ensure that the extension cord outside the tent/shelter is lower than the Power Cord entry into the tent so moisture will not travel along the cord and into the tent/shelter.
- Follow all instructions, warnings, and safety precautions from the manufacturer of the extension cord.
- Store tent/shelter and extension cord separately.
CAUTION
RISK OF INJURY AND MATERIAL
DAMAGE
- Never open the zip on the protective sleeve around an air pole while the pole is inflated. This will result in the air pole bursting.
- Only inflate the air poles to the recommended pressure using the supplied (or Zempire recommended) pump.
INTENDED USE
This product is suitable for:
Light to moderate weather and family camping. This product is NOT suitable
for: Use above the snowline or in severe winds, commercial use, or long-term
pitching. This product is suitable only for the intended purpose and
application in accordance with these instructions. This manual provides
information that is necessary for proper and correct use of the product.
Improper use or maintenance will result in diminished performance and
potential failure. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or
damage to the product resulting from:
- Incorrect assembly or usage.
- Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts recommended and supplied by the manufacturer.
- Alteration to the product without express permission from the manufacturer.
- Use for purposes other than those described in this manual.
NOTICE
MATERIAL DAMAGE
- During setup DO NOT open or close the zippers by force.
- During packdown DO NOT use force when dismantling the tent/shelter. Otherwise, you might damage fabric and other components.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE:
FABRIC DAMAGE
- DO NOT use sharp or hard objects or cleaning agents for cleaning.
- DO NOT use mineral-based, soaps, chemicals, or detergents for cleaning.
- Gently remove tree sap and bird droppings from the fabric as soon as possible to avoid permanent damage to the material.
- If necessary, clean the fabric with clean water and a soft bristled brush.
STORAGE
Fully set up the tent/shelter for cleaning. Choose a sunny day for cleaning to
ensure the material will dry thoroughly. Clean the tent/shelter thoroughly,
including the inside to be sure no food etc is left inside to attract rodents
etc. Air the tent/shelter fully and ensure the tent is totally dry before
packing away. Store in a well-ventilated dry place inside the supplied carry
bag.
DISPOSAL
Recycle all packaging material. Do not discard into normal household garbage
or landfill. Please contact local recycling facilities to recycle.
NEED HELP WITH YOUR TENT?
We have a range of videos on our website which can help you. Follow the QR
code or type the link below in your browser. We suggest to check out our
videos beforehand in case you don’t have service at your holiday destination.
ZEMPIRECAMPING.INFO/VIDEO-GALLERY
Sales Offices:
New Zealand & Australia
Zempire® Camping Equipment
6 Karewa Place, Pukete,
Hamilton, 3200, New Zealand
Ph: +64 7 848 1610
USA & Canada
Zempire® USA INC.
22525 SE 64th Place, Suite 200
Issaquah, WA, 98027
Ph: +1 206 420 0391
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