Mec Tarn 3 User Manual

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MEC TARN 3
This booklet tells you how to prepare, assemble, and maintain your
new tent; please keep it for future reference. Set up your tent at
home before your fi rst trip; this will allow you to inspect it for any
manufacturing defects, check that all parts are present, and learn the
assembly procedure with minimal stress on the tent and on you.
0.91m
2.23m
1.75m
TARN 3 Height inside 1.3m
Your Tarn 3
tent package includes:
Tent body
Tent fl y
Three aluminum poles
Aluminum stakes and nylon guylines
Aluminum pole repair sleeve
Tent sack and pole sack
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Mec Tarn 3 Specifications

General

Brand	Mec
Model	Tarn 3
Category	Tent
Language	English

Summary

Seam Sealing

Site Preparation

Set-Up

Assembling the Tent

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the tent body and poles.

Staking and Tensioning the Tent

Guidance on properly anchoring and tensioning the tent for stability.

Anchoring the Tent

Ventilating the Tent

Disassembling the Tent

Packing the Tent

Care and Maintenance

Protecting the Tent

Advice on protecting tent fabrics from ultraviolet damage and fading.

Lighting your Tent

Safety precautions and risks associated with using candle lanterns inside the tent.

Food in Tents

Recommendations for managing food spills and preventing animal attraction.

Cleaning

Instructions for hand-cleaning the tent, avoiding machine washing or drying.

Lubricating the Poles

Guidance on applying lubricant to tent pole connections for longevity.

Storing your Tent

Best practices for storing the tent to prevent mildew and pole corrosion.

Repairing Your Tent

Fabric Tears

Methods for repairing rips and tears in tent fabric using sealant and patches.

Fixing a Pole in the Field

Instructions for temporarily repairing a broken tent pole in outdoor conditions.

Replacing a Broken Pole Section

Detailed steps for replacing a damaged tent pole section and re-stringing shockcord.

Zippers

Tips for maintaining zippers, addressing wear, and common slider issues.