Ozark Trail W796.1 - User Manual

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL W796.1, 96”x 48” 1 Person Hiker Tent

DANGER

WARNING

SAFETY WARNING -

DOs AND DO NOTs

EVERYONE WHO USES THIS TENT SHOULD READ THIS MANUAL AND BECOME FAMILIAR WITH ALL

SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE USE, ASSEMBLY, CARE, MAINTENANCE,

AND STORAGE. KEEP THIS MANUAL SO YOU CAN REFER TO IT LATER.

CARBON MONOXIDE GAS WILL KILL YOU

Stoves, heaters, grills, lantern, candles, and other fuel-burning devices that burn propane, natural gas, charcoal, kerosene, coal, or other fuels

produce a toxic gas called carbon monoxide. Because carbon monoxide gas is invisible, odorless, and colorless, a dangerous level of carbon

monoxide gas can accumulate in a tent which cannot be detected by sight, smell, or taste. For these reasons:

• DO NOT use matches, lighters, stoves, heaters, grills, lanterns, candles, cooking equipment, or other fuel-burning devices inside or near a tent.

• DO NOT build fires inside or near a tent.

• DO NOT leave campfires unattended.

Your failure to follow this warning will cause death, serious injury, or permanent disability to you or others.

• DO NOT leave children unattended inside a tent or in camp.

• DO NOT allow children to assemble a tent.

• DO NOT allow children to enter or exit a tent except through the door.

• DO NOT allow children to remain in a closed-up tent on hot days.

Your failure to follow this warning will cause death, serious injury, or permanent disability to your children.

PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN

This tent is made with flame resistant fabric which meets CPAI-84 specification. IT IS NOT FIREPROOF. The fabric will burn if left in continuous

contact with any flame source. The application of any foreign substance to the tent fabric may render the flame-resistant properties ineffective.

Your failure to follow this warning could cause death, serious injury, or permanent disability to you or others.

FLAMMABILITY WARNING KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM THIS TENT FABRIC

1. Do not pitch tent near open fire.

2. Do not leave campfire unattended.

3. Do not leave children unattended inside a tent.

4. Do not use heating, lighting or cooking equipment with open flames in or near tents.

5. Do not use other than recommended water repellent compounds on your tent.

6. Do not spray the tent with insecticide.

7. Do not store tent on concrete floor.

CAMPING DO’S AND DON’TS

DO NOT...

1. Always extinguish campfire before leaving area.

2. Exercise care when using electricity and lighting in and near tents.

3. Make certain your tent is properly ventilated in all weather conditions. In extreme weather conditions, snow could obstruct airflow and

cause asphyxiation unless cleared frequently.

4. Anchor your tent securely to provide additional security from changing climatic conditions. Snow pegs, skis and/or heavy rocks may

be necessary to supplement tent stakes and guy cords.

5. Take your tent down and store properly after camping.

DO...

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR TENT SET UP IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT LONGER THAN NECESSARY. THE SUN’S ULTRAVIOLET

(UV) LIGHT DEGRADES ALMOST EVERY FABRIC AND MATERIAL. IF LEFT IN SUNLIGHT FOR PROLONGED PERIODS

OF TIME, FABRIC WILL FADE AND WEAKEN. DO NOT STORE TENT ON CONCRETE FLOOR. DO NOT SPRAY THE

TENT WITH INSECTICIDE.

Your tent is water repellent, however, it is not waterproof. During heavy rain, some leakage may occur. Keep

objects from touching the inside of the tent. Such objects may cause leakage at point of contact. If seam leakage

occurs, it can be controlled by applying a seam sealer compound.

EXERCISE CARE WHEN USING ELECTRIC DEVICES IN AND NEAR TENTS.

Although our tents and screen houses are constructed to rigid specifications, periods of wind or rain

soaking the ground may loosen the stakes and cause the uprights to sink into the ground. This will

weaken the rigidity of the overall structure. Water pockets may also form in the roof if the unit is not

assembled taut, possibly causing broken frames and torn fabric.

If you have questions or need to order a part, call 1-800-325-4121 or send an e-mail to contactus@wenzelco.com.

Have your model number or part number ready when you call. DO NOT ORDER BY REFERENCE KEY NUMBER.

Send your request for parts to:

Exxel Outdoors, LLC.

6235 Lookout Road

Boulder, CO 80301

CARE

REPLACEMENT PARTS

MODEL NO W796.1, 96”x 48” Hiker Tent

W796.1M

W796.1H

W796.ST

DESCRIPTION PART NO.

QTY

REQ

KEY

NO.

Front Pole

Rear Pole

Complete Frame

Guy Rope

Steel Stake

A1001

PIN STAKE

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The Ozark Trail Model W796.1, 96" x 48" 1 Person Hiker Tent is a compact and portable shelter designed for individual use in outdoor environments. This tent is engineered for ease of assembly, offering a straightforward setup process suitable for hikers and campers.

Function Description:

The primary function of this tent is to provide a temporary, weather-resistant shelter for one person during camping and hiking trips. It offers protection from the elements, including wind, rain, and sun, allowing the user to rest and store personal gear securely. The design emphasizes portability and quick deployment, making it ideal for situations where minimal weight and setup time are crucial.

Important Technical Specifications:

Model Number: W796.1
Dimensions: 96 inches (length) x 48 inches (width)
Capacity: 1 Person
Frame Components:
- Front Pole (Part No. W796.1M): 1 required
- Rear Pole (Part No. W796.1H): 1 required
- Complete Frame (Part No. W796.ST): 1 required (This likely refers to the combined pole set or a structural component)
Guy Ropes: 2 required (Part No. A1001)
Steel Stakes: 7 required (Part No. PIN STAKE)
Fabric: Flame resistant fabric meeting CPAI-84 specification. It is important to note that the fabric is flame resistant, not fireproof, and will burn if left in continuous contact with any flame source. Application of foreign substances may render flame-resistant properties ineffective.
Water Repellency: The tent fabric is water repellent but not fully waterproof. Leakage may occur during heavy rain, especially if objects touch the inside of the tent fabric. Seam sealer compound can be applied to control seam leakage.

Usage Features:

Assembly: The tent features a simple assembly process. Users are instructed to spread out the tent flat, stake down the four corners, extend fiberglass frame poles, and insert the longest pole (A) into the pole sleeve over the door and the shortest pole (B) into the sleeve over the rear vent. The poles are then flexed into an arch and placed into ferrules on the pole ends over the metal pins at the tent corners. Guy lines are extended and adjusted to make the tent taut and upright.
Ventilation: Proper ventilation is crucial for safe use, especially in extreme weather conditions where snow could obstruct airflow. Users are advised to make certain the tent is properly ventilated.
Anchoring: The tent should be anchored securely to provide additional security against changing climatic conditions. Snow pegs, skis, and/or heavy rocks may be necessary to supplement tent stakes and guy cords in certain conditions.
Weather Resistance: While designed to offer shelter, users are cautioned that periods of wind or rain can loosen stakes and cause uprights to sink, weakening the structure. Water pockets may form in the roof if the unit is not assembled taut, potentially leading to broken frames and torn fabric.
Carbon Monoxide Safety: Strict warnings are provided against using any fuel-burning devices (stoves, heaters, grills, lanterns, candles, cooking equipment) inside or near the tent due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Building fires inside or near the tent is also prohibited.
Child Safety: Children should not be left unattended inside the tent or in camp, should not assemble the tent, should only enter or exit through the door, and should not remain in a closed-up tent on hot days.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning: The tent should be kept clean and dry before storage.
Storage: The tent should not be stored on concrete floors. It should be taken down and stored properly after camping.
UV Exposure: Do not leave the tent set up in direct sunlight longer than necessary, as the sun's ultraviolet (UV) light degrades almost every fabric and material, causing fabric to fade and weaken over prolonged periods.
Water Repellent Compounds: Only recommended water repellent compounds should be used on the tent. Do not spray the tent with insecticide.
Seam Sealing: It is advisable to use seam sealer to coat all exposed seams to improve weather resistance. Discoloration of your tent may occur with this application.
Electrical Devices: Exercise care when using electric devices in and near tents.
Replacement Parts: Replacement parts can be ordered by contacting Exxel Outdoors, LLC. Users should have their model number and part number ready when calling.

The manual emphasizes the importance of reading all safety warnings and precautions for safe use, assembly, care, maintenance, and storage, and advises keeping the manual for future reference.