White Duck Outdoors Avalon Series User Manual

Avalon Bell Tent (13’, 16.5’ & 20’ )
Owner’s Manual
BEFORE YOU GO CAMPING, DO THIS FIRST!
Before you start putting up your tent, we encourage you to assemble
your bell tent at home or any place, prior to your camping trip to get
familiar with the set up process before you arrive at camp.
Make sure to read the owner’s manual carefully before you start setting
up your canvas tent.
SEASONING YOUR TENT
With your canvas tent set up, we recommend that you spray the tent
with water and allow it to dry completely. This process is known as
seasoning the canvas. The water causes the fibers to swell and tighten
up, closing any fiber holes made in the manufacturing process. You
only need to “season” your tent once.
The set up process requires only one person and it takes around twenty
minutes. If you have a helping hand, it can be done faster.Make sure
to read the warnings and care instructions to ensure longevity of
yourtent. As it’s made from durable canvas, it will last longer and
worth every cent of your investment!
Please contact us if you have any questions, any bright ideas or if you
think we should do things differently. We would love to hear about
your experience!
Let’s go camping!
SLEEPS
UP TO 10
13’
16.5’
20’

White Duck Outdoors Avalon Series Specifications

General

Capacity	6-Person
Center Height	78 inches
UV Protection	Yes
Peak Height	78 inches
Warranty	1-year limited

Summary

Getting Started: Initial Setup and Seasoning

Pre-Camping Assembly Practice

Assemble your bell tent at home before your camping trip to familiarize yourself with the setup process.

Tent Seasoning Process

Spray the canvas tent with water and let it dry to season the fabric, swelling fibers and closing holes.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Fire Safety Guidelines

Keep all flame and heat sources away from the tent fabric. It ignites if in continuous contact with open flame.

General Camping Precautions

Ensure ventilation, proper anchoring, child supervision, no open flames inside, and safe campfire practices.

Warranty and Consumer Information

Product Warranty Details

One-year warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes normal wear and tear or misuse.

California Consumer Notice

Product may contain chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects as per California law.

Key Tent Components

13ft Avalon Bell Tent Components

Lists canvas tent, guylines, poles, tool kit items, and storage bags for the 13ft model.

16ft Avalon Bell Tent Components

Lists canvas tent, guylines, poles, tool kit items, and storage bags for the 16ft model.

20ft Avalon Bell Tent Components

Lists canvas tent, guylines, poles, tool kit items, and storage bags for the 20ft model.

Tent Setup Guide

Step 1: Groundsheet and Tent Cover Setup

Spread groundsheet, place tent cover, align doors, and zip together.

Step 2: Staking the Tent Down

Loosely stake vinyl straps to ground using tent pins through eyelets, angling towards center.

Step 3: Center Pole Setup

Insert the center pole into the tent, ensuring rubber stoppers are in place.

Step 4: Raising the Roof

Position the center pole at the peak, ensure it's upright and perpendicular to the floor.

Step 5: Door A-Frame Setup

Attach the A-frame to the roof grommet and floor anchor pockets, secure with rain cap.

Step 6: Attaching Guylines

Tie guylines to each cotton loop on the tent's weather skirt for stability.

Step 7: Inserting Remaining Pegs

Stake down groundsheet grommets and guylines with pegs, leaving slack for adjustment.

Step 8: Adjusting Guylines and Tension

Tighten guylines using tension adjusters to achieve desired tautness and symmetry.

Step 9: Rolled Up Walls Feature

Roll up tent walls for ventilation or detach groundsheet for use as a sunshade.

Understanding Tent Life Span

Factors Affecting Longevity

Lifespan depends on conditions like air pollution, UV radiation, and dirt; good care ensures durability.

Storing Your Canvas Tent

Step 1: Clean Out Your Tent

Sweep tent completely and remove all belongings before drying thoroughly.

Step 2: Breakdown Tent

Pull out pegs, unzip groundsheet and fly, and disassemble poles.

Step 3: Pack the Canvas Tent

Fold and roll the dry tent tightly, pack with bags, ensuring groundsheet faces out.

Essential Tent Care Tips

Golden Rule: Never Store Wet or Dirty

Avoid storing tent or ropes wet, damp, or dirty to prevent fungus and damage.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Use a soft brush/sponge with mild detergent; treat metal parts with silicone spray after use.

Importance of Proper Setup

Simple yet effective way to ensure longevity; incorrect setup can cause stress and damage.

Understanding Initial Leakage

Canvas may leak slightly initially as fibers swell to become waterproof.

Ventilation for Storage

Store tent in a dry, well-ventilated place to prevent fungus and stains.