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REV. A 9.09

Assembly Instructions

Forte SQ 2 Tents

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Component List: 1 Tent Body, 1 Tent Fly, 4 Part Frame Assembly, 1 Carry Bag,

1 Stake Bag with Stakes, 1 Pole Bag, 1 Pole Repair Splint

NOTE: Do not drop tent bag or pole bag on its end. Do not bounce tent bag on its end to

get the tent out. These actions may cut the shock cord and/or damage the pole ends.

1. Unroll and unfold the tent and lay it on the ground. In windy conditions, stake down

one front corner into wind. See fig.1.

3. Fit the ring/pins into the poles: There are webs

sewn to each corner of the tent. Start at either

end and insert the pins into the bottom of the

poles at that end. Repeat at the opposite end.

See fig. 4.

4. Raise the frame: Start

at either end and insert

the ridge pole into the

hub. Walk to the

opposite end and

grasp both the ridge

pole and the second

hub. Push/curve the

poles until the ridge

pole fits securely

into the second

hub. See fig. 5.

At each corner, attach the web

buckles, from the fly, to their

mates on the tent web. Pull the

web to adjust tension as needed.

See fig.11.

Your tent is ready!

7. Stake the tent down: The tent is

now freestanding. Move it to your

desired location. Stake it down

through the web loops.

Stake opposite corners while

applying tension to smooth

the floor wrinkles and

square the tent.

See fig.9.

6. Install the spreader pole: Lay the pole across

the top, over and perpendicular to the ridge

pole. There are two pockets sewn to the top of

the tent body. One of the pockets has a Velcro®

closure and the other is plain. It is easier if you

slide the pole into the plain pocket first and

then capture the other end with the Velcro®

See fig.8 & 9.

2. Join the frame sections on the ground: Fit each pole to its mate or hub. The

sections are shockcorded. Try to keep the poles from snapping together, as

this can damage the ends. It is important to make sure that each section has

firmly seated into the hub. Improperly fit poles may cause the hub to break.

Set the “A” frames over the

tent so that the poles align

to the tent corner webs.

See fig. 2 & 3.

5. Attach the tent body to the

frame: There are two types of

connectors sewn to the tent

body. For the first, hang the

two end shockcords onto the

stand-offs on the hubs.

See fig. 6

Then, work your way down and

across the frame, attaching

the pole clips as you go.

See fig. 7.

8. Attach the fly to the tent: Drape the fly over the top of the tent. Pull the fabric

out and over the hubs and out and over the spreader.

The fly only fits one way. The

entrance on the fly must

align with the door of

the tent. See fig 10.

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9. Stake out the weather cover: At the front of the tent, pull the stake

out loops on the weather cover taut and stake them down.

Take down: Pull up stakes and open the door. Remove the fly. Un-clip the tent from

the poles. Pull poles out off the pins, collapse the poles and stow in the bag. Fold

the tent and fly. Lay the fly on the folded tent along with the bag of poles. Roll up

all and stow in the carry bag.

Optional: Add durability and versatility to your tent with our “Lite-Set” Footprint. It’s

made of the same fabric as the tent's floor: complete with web loops, grommets,

and side release buckles. The Footprint, in combination with the fly and poles

creates a lightweight, compact basic shelter. This option reduces the carry weight

by more than 25%.

Good:

4 stakes /4 lines Best:

4 stakes /8 lines

REV E. FEB 09

SEAM SEALING:

We recommend use of a sealer such as Kenyon Seam Sealer 3 or McNett Outdoor

SeamGrip

®

.

• Work in a fully ventilated area.

• Set the tent up or lay the tent out flat. Taut seams allow for even application and

penetration of the sealer.

• Decide which seams need to be sealed. For example, seams that will be exposed

to rain, runoff, or ground level water are a must for sealing, while seams on

uncoated nylon or mesh panels don’t need treatment. There is no need to seal

the seams in the roof or the factory taped seams. We recommend sealing both

floor and fly seams and reinforcements.

• Apply sealant to the inside and outside of all exposed seams. Several thin layers

will work better than one thick layer. Read and follow manufacture's instructions.

STAKING:

All tents need to be staked down to keep them from blowing away. Securing the

tent by placing heavy objects inside is just not adequate.

• Once the tent body is erected, stake it out before the fly is put on. This enables you

to square the tent up to ensure that the fly goes on properly and that the seams

align with the frame. Pull the base of the tent taut between each web stake out

loop or ring & pin. Make sure that all corners are square. It is important that you

don’t stake the tent out too tightly. You will know it’s too tight, if the door zippers

can not be easily operated. Drive stakes through the web loops, or with ring & pin,

drive the stake just outside the ring so that the “J” hook catches it. Tie a piece of

cord or web into a loop through the ring to be used as a large stake loop if

needed.

• With the tent properly staked, drape the fly over the frame, attach its tent

connection points and stake down any pull outs.

• Do not attempt to remove the stakes by pulling on the tent becket loop, as this

could cause the fabric to tear. The best way is to pry on the stake itself.

Staking in special conditions:

• Sand. Use long, broad stakes with plenty of surface area in loose soil.

• Hard, Rocky, or Frozen Soil. Steel stakes work best. Store steel stakes

separately. Their sharp edges can cut fabric and leave rust stains, which might

damage your tent.

• Snow. Use “dead man” anchors. Tie tent to buried objects (branches, tent bags, or

stuff sacks filled with snow; or tie tents to snow shoes, skis, or ski poles, which are

stuck in the snow.

GUY LINES:

Do not depend upon staking alone to keep your tent secure during high winds. Most

tent models have built-in loops or rings at optimal guy out locations. It’s important

to put in the extra time guying out your tent. Correctly done, it can save your tent

during exceptional weather.

• Make sure that the top fly is securely attached to the tent frame. Ties, hook and

loop, or dog-bones and elastic loops are sewn to the underside of the fly for this

purpose.

• Attach parachute cord to the loops/rings and stake them in the ground three or

four feet from the edge of the tent. If staked too close to the tent, wind can cause

an upward pull that could dislodge the stakes.

• If your tent does not have loops or rings for guy outs, attach guy lines 1/3 to

1/2 of the way up the framework on the main sidewalls. This enables the

guy line to support the lower section of the pole, while the upper pole can

flex and deflect wind gusts. It is best to run two cords at an angle from the

side of the guy out. This prevents all movement, except toward the anchor.

The guy lines will work together through opposition. See illustrations below:

CONDENSATION & VENTING:

Through perspiration and breathing, an adult gives off about a pint of water

overnight. If it cannot escape, the water vapor condenses to liquid. Most

often, water found in the tent is a result of this condensation rather than

from the tent leaking. Condensation often forms where the sleeping bag

touches the side of the tent, under the sleeping pad, or on coated surfaces

such as the door flaps. A tent’s double wall construction allows the vapor to

escape through the roof to the outside, keeping the inside of the tent dry.

Leave the windows partially open at night to provide cross ventilation and

further reduce condensation. Cross ventilation becomes more important in

very humid or extremely cold conditions when the permeable roof is less

effective. The features that enhance ventilation are windows, short-sheeted

flys (bottom venting), roof vents, and High/Low venting doors. These are

specific to each tent model.

Given the importance of proper ventilation, We use High/Low venting in most

of our tents. This allows cooler air in through the low vents and warmer,

moist air up and out through the high vents. High/Low venting is

accomplished within the inner tent via roof vents, doors and windows. It is

important to vent the vestibule. Unvented, it can inhibit airflow into the tent.

Our tent vestibules profit from the ability to “short sheet” by means of

zippers & toggles and staked vestibule pull outs create a bellowing effect.

Most of our tents are equipped with a High/Low venting door. This design

allows increased airflow into the tent from the bottom. Open the low

vent/window to admit cool air, allowing the warmer air out through the

high roof vents. When rain and wind prevent the low vent from being

opened, the high door vent can still be used. Fly overhangs or vestibules

protect it.

ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT:

Ultraviolet light damage to tent fabric is caused by excessive exposure to

sunlight. While our fabrics are UV resistant, any synthetic fabric is

susceptible to UV degradation. UV damage will cause nylon and polyester

to become brittle and tear easily. We recommend that you use the rain fly

even on clear days. It acts as a sunscreen to the tent. A rain fly is both easier

and less expensive to replace if damaged. UV damage can be minimized by

erecting tents on shaded sites with low exposure to direct sunlight.

GENERAL POLE CARE:

• Never let tent poles snap together as this can damage the pole end.

• Do not drop tent or pole bags on their ends and do not bounce a tent bag

on its end to get the tent out. These actions may cut the shock cord and

damage the pole ends.

• The aluminum frame may bend slightly and take a “set” through usage; this

normally does not affect the performance of the frame.

GENERAL TENT CARE:

• Sweep the tent floor daily to prevent damage from stones.

• Try not to wear shoes inside your tent.

• Use a ground cloth whenever possible.

• Do not keep food inside a tent. Hungry critters will chew through tent fabric in

search of food.

STORAGE:

• Make sure the tent is completely dry, then store loosely rolled, in a dry, cool

place. To prevent dust from collecting on the tent, cover it with a cloth. This

allows the nylon/polyester fabric to breathe.

• Ideally, the tent poles should be stored in their fully assembled state. This

reduces the tension on the shock cord, prolonging its life.

• The tent bag should be used only as a carry sack and not for storage.

COLOR TRANSFER:

• Do to the nature of tent fabrics, color can transfer from darker to lighter

fabrics when the two fabrics are in contact over time when wet, damp or

exposed to the combination of moisture and high heat. This does not effect

the tent's performance. To prevent / minimize color transfer, always make

sure your tent is completely dry prior to packing and storage.

CLEANING:

• Clean the tent by setting it up and wiping it down with a mild soap (liquid

hand soap) and lukewarm water solution. Rinse thoroughly and dry

completely. Never use detergent, washing machines or dryers because they

can damage the tent’s protective coating and seams. After cleaning, be sure

the tent is completely dry, especially the heavier, double-stitched areas such

as the seams, before storing or mold / mildew are likely to grow.

• Clean the tent poles with a cloth and lubricate them with silicone spray. This is

especially necessary after ocean side camping to remove salt spray so the

poles don’t corrode or stay gritty.

• Clean the zippers with a quick dip in water and then dry them off. This is

especially important if you’ve been camping in a location with sand/dirt. If

you don’t clean the zippers, the sliders will wear out and eventually the teeth

will become inoperable.

ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS:

DO NOT misuse, modify or alter this product in any way from its condition at

the time of sale. Alteration, modification or any use of this product contrary

to the accompanying written instructions shall void the warranty. Moreover,

any misuse, alteration or modification of the product shall absolve Johnson

Outdoors Gear LLC of any liability for property damages or injuries sustained

as a result of such misuse, modification or alteration.

LIMITED WARRANTY:

What Is Covered: Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC

warrants to the original

purchaser that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship,

for the life of the product, except as qualified below. The life of the product is

determined from the date of purchase until such time as the product is no longer

serviceable due to normal wear and tear.

What Is Not Covered:

Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC

shall not be responsible for the

natural breakdown of materials that occurs inevitably with extended use (e.g., Ultra

Violet (UV) light damage on tents, exhausted zippers), or defects caused by accident,

abuse, alteration, animal attack, storm damage, misuse or improper care.

THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES BEYOND THE TERMS OF THIS

LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOHNSON OUTDOORS GEAR LLC BE

LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

What Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC Will Do: If after inspection we find that a

product failed due to a manufacturing or material defect, we will repair or

replace the product, at our option, without charge.

How to Obtain Warranty Service: Return the product, freight prepaid, to the

Dealer from whom it was purchased; or, contact our Customer Satisfaction

Department for return authorization: toll free 1-800-572-8822. Collect

shipments or shipments without return authorization cannot be accepted. The

product registration card packaged with our product need not be returned for

the warranty to be effective and for you to receive warranty service.

Repairs: If your

Johnson Outdoors Gear LLC

product needs service or repair

due to normal wear and tear, animal attack, accident or some other reason

that is not covered under the warranty we will provide the necessary service

for a reasonable charge, plus shipping and handling. We require that products

accepted for any repair be properly cleaned according to our recommended

care instructions. Please send your product or component that requires repair

(e.g., tent fly), postage prepaid, along with a description of what needs

attention. For service and repairs, please contact our Customer Satisfaction

Department: toll free 1-800-572-8822

How State Law Relates To This Warranty: This warranty gives you specific

legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.

Our experience building quality

outdoor equipment goes back over 100

years! Today, we manufacture sleeping

bags, screen houses, day-use

shelters and camping tents. We also

design and manufacture tents for the

United States Military and for the

rental industry.

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We support the "Leave No Trace"

Seven Principles:

1. PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE

2. TRAVEL & CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES

3. DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY

4. LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND

5. MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS

6. RESPECT WILDLIFE

7 . BE COURTEOUS OF OTHER VISITORS

JOHNSON OUTDOORS GEAR LLC

WARNING:

KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM THIS TENT FABRIC.

• This tent meets the flammability requirements of CPAI-84. The fabric may

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.

• Do NOT operate any device which burns fuel inside your tent. Combustion

consumes oxygen and can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide,

which could lead to serious injury or death.