Coleman BIG CYPRESS 17'x12' User Manual

Connect Frame to Tent
– Insert one end of main tent pole
onto pin of pin & ring system at tent
corner. (illus. 3)
– Go to opposite end of pole and
gradually apply pressure to the pole
forming an arch until you are able to
insert the pin into the pole.
– Repeat for second pole. (illus. 4)
BIG CYPRESS
®
17’x12’
1
Layout & Positioning
of Tent, Pole Assembly
– Layout and position tent with door
facing desired direction. (illus. 1)
– Unzip door.
– Stake down tent using the rings of the
pin & ring system at the corners of the
tent. Keep the floor taut. (illus. 2)
– Assemble frame poles by
interlocking shock-corded poles.
This will make two long poles.
– Insert the poles diagonally into pole
sleeves. The center of the poles
should cross forming an “X” in the
middle of tent. (illus. 1)
2
When You Are Ready
To Set Up Your Tent
– Select a level campsite clear of
rocks, branches and other hard
or sharp objects.
– Do not set up your tent under trees.
– For best results in windy conditions,
do not position the door of tent
into the wind.
(1) Rainfly
Pole
Rainfly Part No.
9160-3461
(2) Main Tent
Poles
POLE ASSEMBLY PARTS
Assembled
poles
inserted
through
pole
sleeves
Instructions apply to Part Number 9160-172
illus. 1
illus. 2
Tent stake
through ring
illus. 3
Insert pole end onto
pin & ring
illus. 4 Tent
frame set-up
Part No. 9160-3421
Part No. 9160-3481

Coleman BIG CYPRESS 17'x12' Specifications

General

Brand	Coleman
Model	BIG CYPRESS 17'x12'
Category	Tent
Language	English

Summary

Tent Setup: Layout and Positioning

Tent Layout and Stake Down

Position tent, unzip door, and stake down corners to keep floor taut.

Frame Pole Assembly and Placement

Assemble poles by interlocking, then insert diagonally into sleeves crossing in the tent center.

Tent Setup: Connecting Frame

Attach Pole Ends to Tent Pins

Insert one end of main tent pole onto pin, then apply pressure to arch and insert opposite end.

Tent Setup: Frame Clips and Rainfly

Attach Tent to Frame Clips

Attach frame clips along tent edges to the frame poles and adjust corner stakes.

Attach Rainfly Pole and Connect

Insert rainfly pole, drape rainfly over frame, and connect elastic loops with S hooks.

Secure Rainfly and Guylines

Secure rainfly using underside attachments and stake out tent with guylines.

Important Tent Usage Information

Condensation and Storage Advice

Manage condensation, dry tent thoroughly before storage, do not store poles telescoped.

Safety Warnings and Care

Keep flame sources away, protect from UV rays, and do not pull stakes by fabric.