The Stansport Dining Canopy, Item #717-B, is a portable shelter designed for outdoor use, providing shade and a covered area for dining or other activities. It is a 12 ft (L) x 12 ft (W) (3.7m x 3.7m) structure, recommended for assembly by 2-4 people.
Function Description:
The primary function of the Stansport Dining Canopy is to offer a temporary, sheltered space outdoors. It is ideal for camping, picnics, backyard gatherings, or any event where protection from sun or light rain is desired. The canopy is designed to be secured to the ground with anchors and ropes, ensuring stability in various outdoor conditions.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Dimensions: 12 feet (L) x 12 feet (W) / 3.7 meters (L) x 3.7 meters (W).
- Assembly Recommendation: 2-4 people.
- Flammability: The tent fabric meets the flammability requirements of CPAI-84. Users are warned to keep all flame and heat sources away from the fabric, as it may burn if in continuous contact with a flame source. Applying foreign substances to the fabric may compromise its flame-resistant properties.
Component Breakdown:
The canopy system includes several distinct parts, each with a specific role in the assembly and stability of the structure:
- A: Adjustable Center Poles (5 pieces): These poles are crucial for supporting the canopy fabric and allowing for height adjustments. There are five such poles, suggesting one for the center and four for the corners.
- B: Push Button Poles (5 pieces): These poles likely connect to the adjustable center poles or form part of the main support structure, utilizing a push-button mechanism for easy assembly and disassembly.
- C: Slotted Pole (1 piece): This unique pole, with its slotted design, may serve as a key connector or a specific support element within the canopy's framework.
- D: Slotted Pole with Gasket (5 pieces): Similar to the slotted pole, these five poles include a gasket, which could indicate a need for a tighter seal or a specific type of connection point, possibly to prevent water ingress or provide a more secure fit.
- E: Cover (1 piece): This is the main canopy fabric that provides the shelter.
- F: Stakes (8 pieces): These are essential for anchoring the canopy to the ground, providing stability against wind.
- G: Guy Line (8 pieces): Ropes used in conjunction with the stakes to secure the canopy, distributing tension and enhancing stability.
- H: Center Cap (1 piece): This component likely fits at the apex of the canopy, covering the top of the center pole and potentially providing a finished look or additional protection.
Usage Features:
- Pole Assembly: The canopy utilizes poles with push-button height adjustments, making it adaptable to different desired heights. There are five such poles: four for the corners and one for the center. The corner poles consist of sections A, B, and D, while the center pole includes sections A, B, C, D, and H.
- Rope & Adjuster Assembly: The canopy comes with eight ropes and adjusters. Users are instructed to tie a loop large enough to fit over a stake at the end of each rope opposite the adjuster. This allows for secure attachment to the ground stakes.
- Layout & Stake Placement: For optimal setup, the canopy should be laid out on the ground with one corner facing into the wind. Eight stakes are to be placed around the perimeter, approximately three feet from each other, following a square pattern.
- Staking and Guy Line Management: Each rope's looped end is slipped over a stake, leaving the adjuster end free. Proper stake placement is crucial for stability.
- Pole Installation: The assembly process begins by taking one corner pole and, starting with the corner facing the wind, slipping it under the canopy. The pole is then inserted into the corner grommet. The pole is lifted upright, and the two adjuster rope loops are slipped over the pole tip. To ensure the pole is vertical, the plastic rope adjusters are slid down towards the ground stake. A second person is recommended to assist in holding the first pole up.
- Progressive Assembly: This procedure is repeated for all corner poles, ensuring they are vertical and adjusted to make the canopy taut.
- Center Pole Installation: After the corner poles are in place, the center pole is set through the provided grommet. It must be tied securely and ensured to be vertical.
- Final Adjustments: Once all poles are in place, all rope adjusters should be re-tightened to remove any slack from the unit, ensuring maximum stability and tautness of the canopy.
Maintenance Features:
While specific maintenance instructions are not detailed in the provided manual, the warning about keeping flame and heat sources away from the fabric implies that proper care of the fabric is essential to maintain its integrity and flame-resistant properties. Regular inspection of poles, ropes, and stakes for wear and tear would also be part of general maintenance to ensure the canopy's longevity and safe operation. The design with adjustable and push-button poles suggests ease of disassembly for cleaning, drying, and storage, which are crucial for preventing mold, mildew, and material degradation.
Customer Support:
Stansport provides comprehensive customer support for any assistance needed with setting up the tent. Users can contact them via phone at 1 (800) 421-6131, through their website chat at www.stansport.com, or on Twitter @stansport. This accessibility ensures that users can resolve any issues or questions they encounter during the setup or use of their canopy.
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