Coleman MAX 2000002251 User Manual

STITCH LINE
®
INSTANT SHELTER
MODEL 2000002251
(See other side for installing the screen house)
Before you begin
Read all instructions before set up.
• Select a level site clear of rocks, branches, and other hard or
sharp objects, to install your shelter.
WARNING: Keep clear of overhead power lines.
• Do not set up your shelter under trees because of potential
lightning strikes or falling tree limbs in inclement weather.
• Secure with all
stakes and guylines provided to prevent property
damage or personal injury.
• For best results in windy conditions, position narrow end of
shelter into the wind.
• Do not drop shelter bag or pole.
• Do not bounce shelter bag on its end to remove shelter, as these
actions may damage the shock-cord and/or pole ends.
• THIS RECREATIONAL PRODUCT REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF
TWO PEOPLE TO ASSEMBLE.
• Under no circumstances should this product be used to cover
automobiles, marine products or similar items.
Adjust the Height
1. Adjust desired height by sliding
post upward until push button locks
into place. Raise each post one
notch at a time, making sure all four
posts are level before proceeding to
the next notch. (Fig. 6 & 7)
NOTE: If installing the screen house
panels to your shelter, skip the following
steps and proceed to “Install the Screen House”on the back page.
Extend the Shelter Frame
1. Select a smooth, level site for your shelter.
2. With two persons standing at diagonal corners of the struc-
ture, grab the leg, and pull out to unfold frame. (Fig. 1)
NOTE: Do not unfold frame completely. This will allow easier
fit for draping shelter top over frame.
Set Up the Shelter
1. Drape shelter top over frame. (Fig. 2)
2. Attach hook & loop fasteners, located on corners of shelter
top, to four corners of frame post. (Fig. 2A)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
2A
3. After fitting each corner of
shelter top to frame, pull up
sliding mold located on
upper portion of leg until
push button snaps into
place (Fig 3 & 3A).
This will ensure fame is
fully extended.
3A
Push
Button
4. Secure sides of shelter top to frame
with large, rectangular, hook & loop
fasteners provided (2 on each side)
(Fig. 4). The shelter top has been
designed to have a tight fit over
the frame.
5. Secure all remaining hook & loop
fasteners, located on underside of
shelter top, to shelter frame. (Fig. 5)
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Stake the Shelter
1. Secure shelter by driving nail stakes through
the holes located on the metal base of each
frame post. (Fig. 8)
2. Stretch elastic strap on shelter post cover;
then insert metal hook into hole on post.
Repeat for remaining three posts. (Fig. 9)
3. If shelter is set at shorter heights, secure
post covers with metal stake through metal
grommet on each. (Fig. 10)
If shelter is set at maximum height, secure post covers with
metal stake through web strap on end of each. (Fig. 11)
Fig. 8
Secure the Guylines
1. To secure guylines, find the guyline plastic slider and look for
the portion, forming a loop (works just like a slip knot!).
Extend guylines to ground until taut; then stake through the
loops to secure. (Fig. 12, 13, & 14).
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
Push
Button
Post
Notches
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
Fig. 12
Replacement Parts List
Description Part Number
Shelter Top 5010000666
Screen House 5010000667
Sun Wall 5010000668
Shelter Top
Shelter
Post
Cover
Fig. 9
Fig. 10 Fig. 11
Shelter Top
Shelter Post
Cover
Fig. 3

Coleman MAX 2000002251 Specifications

General

Brand	Coleman
Category	Tent
Setup	Freestanding
Number of Doors	1
Pole Material	Fiberglass
Season	3-Season
Water Resistance System	WeatherTec System
Model	2000002251
Material	Polyester
Packed Size	24 x 8 x 8 in
Floor Material	Polyethylene
Body Material	Polyester
Rainfly Material	Polyester

Summary

Before You Begin Setup

Extend the Shelter Frame

Partially Unfold Frame

Partially unfold the frame to facilitate draping the shelter top over it.

Set Up the Shelter

Drape Shelter Top

Drape the shelter top over the frame and attach hook & loop fasteners.

Secure Frame Legs

Pull up sliding mold on leg until push button snaps to ensure frame is fully extended.

Adjust the Shelter Height

Adjust Post Height

Slide post upward until push button locks, raising each post one notch at a time.

Stake the Shelter

Drive Nail Stakes

Drive nail stakes through holes on the metal base of each frame post.

Secure Elastic Straps

Stretch elastic strap on post cover and insert metal hook into post hole.

Secure Post Covers

Secure post covers with metal stakes through grommets or web straps.

Secure the Guylines

Stake Guylines

Extend guylines to ground until taut, then stake through loops to secure.

Install the Screen House

Wrap Screen House

Wrap screen house around outside frame posts, under shelter post covers.

Fasten Corner Hooks

Fasten corner hooks on screen house over the top bar of the shelter frame.

Fasten Center Hook

Fasten center hook through shelter loops and back through screen loop.

Secure Side Panels

Wrap elastic straps on side panels around frame and secure hoop into loop.

Stake Screen House

Drive nail stakes through holes on the metal base of frame posts.

Secure Screen House to Posts

Insert metal hook on elastic straps into post holes to secure screen house.

Secure Post Cover Straps

Insert metal hook on post cover elastic strap into remaining holes to secure.

Stake Base Loops

Drive stakes through webbing loops at base of screen house and post cover.

Stake Guylines

Extend guylines to ground until taut, then stake through loops to secure.

Roll Up Panels

Unzip corners, roll panels, and secure with cloth ties at the top.

Tie Back Openings

Unzip center panel and use cloth straps to tie back openings.

Disassembly Instructions

Remove the Stakes

Carefully remove stakes holding guylines and screen house by pulling hook ends.

Remove Nail Stakes

Carefully remove nail stakes from the metal base of legs and store them.

Taking Down the Shelter

Remove Screen House

Disconnect all corner and elastic straps connecting the screen house.

Lower Frame Legs

Press buttons and carefully lower each leg one notch at a time until frame is on ground.

Remove Shelter Top

Detach nylon fasteners to remove the shelter top from the frame.

Fold and Store Top

Slide shelter top off the frame, fold it, and prepare for storage.

Close Frame

Press corner push buttons to push frame inward and completely close it.

To Store

Prepare for Storage

Ensure shelter top and screen house are clean and dry before storing.

Store Components

Place all metal stakes in the storage bag to prevent damage to fabric items.

Storage Location

Store the shelter in a clean, dry area.

Important Usage Information

Condensation

Condensation forms due to humidity; minimize by providing good ventilation.

Fabric Care

Avoid tree sap, bird droppings, or moisture drips, which damage fabric.

Drying and Cleaning

Always dry thoroughly and brush off dirt before storing to prevent damage.

Stake Removal

Pull stakes by the stake itself, not the shelter, to prevent damage or injury.

Pole Storage

Shelter poles should not be left telescoped together during storage.

UV Exposure

Limit continuous setup to prevent UV damage and discoloration of material.

Weather Limitations

Not intended for heavy rain, wind, hail, snow; excess water can cause collapse.

Windy Conditions

Remove shelter top and sun wall during windy conditions to prevent damage.

Flame Safety

Keep all flame and heat sources away from tent fabric; fabric may burn.