Elite Montana - Tent COLEMAN - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Tent
Brand	Coleman
Model	Elite Montana 8 (Model 2000001584)
Capacity	8 persons
Poles	7 shock-corded poles: 2 black main body (11mm), 2 grey side body (9.5mm), 1 black rainfly (11mm), 1 black vertical door (6.3mm), 1 black door (6.3mm)
Self-rolling Window Springs	3 springs: 2 red (360mm), 1 yellow (550mm)
Door	Hinged rigid door with pole sleeves
Rainfly	Included with vestibule flaps and hook-and-loop fasteners
Lighting	Pre-wired Coleman Tent Lighting System
Electrical Cord Access	Zippered access panel in lower left corner
Cooler Access	Side zippered opening for ventilation and cooler access
Stakes and Guylines	Included
Fabric Flammability	Compliant with CPAI-84
Setup Assistance	At least two people recommended
Storage	Dry thoroughly before storage; remove springs and poles

Frequently Asked Questions - Elite Montana COLEMAN

How do I set up the Coleman Elite Montana tent?

Select a level site clear of rocks and branches. Assemble all poles by interlocking shock-corded sections. Insert grey side body poles through grey sleeves and black main body poles through black sleeves forming an X. Secure poles into pins and attach frame clips. Stake down the tent using metal loops and web loops. Enlist help from at least one other person.

How do I attach the rainfly?

Insert the black rainfly pole through the sleeve on the underside of the rainfly. Drape the rainfly over the tent with the pole centered above the front door. Insert pole ends into pins on either side of the door and arch the pole. Secure with hook-and-loop fasteners around poles, stretch elastic straps to metal loops, and stake down vestibule flaps and guylines.

How do the self-rolling windows work?

Carefully unroll the metal springs from the bag. Insert color-matched springs into the window sleeves with the color marking facing you. Close the hook-and-loop fastener. Before unzipping, push in at the top to engage the springs. Unzip to roll down, zip up to close.

What are the pole specifications and replacement part numbers?

Main body poles (black, 11mm): repair kit 501000539, replacement 501000549. Side body poles (grey, 9.5mm): repair kit 501000540, replacement 501000548. Rainfly pole (black, 11mm): same as main. Vertical door pole (black, 6.3mm) and door pole (black, 6.3mm): both use repair kit 501000543 and replacement 501000545.

How can I prevent condensation inside the tent?

Condensation is caused by water vapor from breath, perspiration, or wet clothing. It is not a leak. To minimize it, remove wet clothing from the tent and ensure good ventilation by opening vents and doors.

Can I set up the tent under trees?

No. Avoid setting up under trees due to potential lightning strikes, falling tree limbs, tree sap, bird droppings, or dripping moisture that can damage the tent fabric and reduce flame resistance.

How should I store the tent?

Before storing, remove all springs and roll them up, place them in the bag with stakes. Remove poles and stakes, and clean and dry the tent thoroughly. Fold the tent neatly, roll tightly, and place in the carry case. Store in a clean, dry area. Do not pack stakes or poles inside the tent.

How do I access the electrical cord?

Unzip the access panel located in the lower left corner of the tent. Use only UL approved cords rated for outdoor usage.

How do I use the cooler access feature?

The side zippered opening has two flaps: unzip the screen flap for ventilation, or unzip the other flap to access your cooler from outside.

What fire safety precautions should I take?

Keep all flame and heat sources away from the tent fabric. The fabric meets CPAI-84 flammability requirements but can burn if left in contact with a flame source. Do not apply foreign substances that may reduce flame resistance.

USER MANUAL Elite Montana COLEMAN

Read all instructions before set up.

- Select a level site clear of rocks, branches, and other hard or sharp objects, to install your tent.

WARNING: Keep clear of overhead power lines.

• Do not set up your tent under trees because of potential lightning strikes or falling tree limbs in inclement weather.
• Secure with all stakes and guylines provided to prevent property damage or personal injury.
• For best results in windy conditions, position narrow end of tent into the wind.
• Enlist the help of at least one other person to assist you when it is time to assemble the tent.

Pole Descriptions
Pole Pole Pole Description Qty. Dia. Repair Kit Replacement Kit

Main Body Pole, black	2	11mm	501000539	501000549
Side Body Pole, grey	2	9.5mm	501000540	501000548
Rainfly Pole, black	1	11mm	501000539	501000549
Vertical Door Pole, black,short w/rubber tips	1	6.3mm	501000543	501000545
Door Pole, black,long w/rubber tips	1	6.3mm	501000543	501000545

Self-Rolling Window Spring Descriptions

Color Code Description	Qty.	Length	Replacement Part No.
Red	2	360mm	5010000624
Yellow	1	550mm	5010000626

CAUTION: "Springs" may have sharp edges. Handle with care to avoid injury. Keep out of reach of children.

To Set Up Tent

1. Unfold tent and spread out on a clean, level surface with the door facing the desired direction. (Fig. 1)
2. Assemble all poles by interlocking the shock-corded, sections together.
3. Insert grey Side Body Poles through the grey trimmed sleeves on both sides of tent; then insert black Main Body Poles through black trimmed sleeves, in center of tent, forming a "X". Make sure black Main Body Poles overlap the grey Side Body Poles. (Fig. 1)

1. Insert end of each black Main Body Poles & grey Side Body Poles into pins. (Fig. 2 & 2A)
2. Go to opposite end of each pole and gradually apply pressure to each forming arches. Insert the pin into each pole end at the sides and corners of tent. (Fig. 2 & 2A)
3. Attach frame clips along edges of tent to the black Main Body Poles & grey Side Body Poles. (Fig. 2B)
4. Stretch tent until taut, then secure metal loops located on both sides and web loops located at four corners of tent with stakes. (Fig. 2C)

Hinged, Rigid Door

1. Assemble Vertical Door Pole (shorter black pole with plastic tips); then insert through zippered vertical pole sleeve on hinged side of door. (Fig. 3)
2. Insert end of Vertical Door Pole into bottom hinge plate, apply pressure to form a slight bow, then insert other tip of pole into top hinge. Zip up vertical pole sleeve. (Fig. 4 & 5)
3. Assemble Door Pole (longer black pole with plastic cap tips); then insert into zippered pole sleeve at top of door. (Fig. 6)
4. Insert end of Door Pole into top hinge plate, apply pressure to form a bow, then insert other tip of pole into the bottom hinge. (Fig. 7)
5. Zip up pole sleeve to enclose Door Pole. (Fig. 8)

To Attach Rainfly

1. Insert black Rainfly Pole with through sleeve in underside of Rainfly. (Fig. 9)
2. Drape Rainfly over tent with Rainfly Pole centered above front door & the dark blue vestibule flaps located in the front. (Fig 9)

(continued on other side)

To Attach Rainfly continued

1. Insert end of each black Rainfly Pole into pin on either side of front door. (Fig. 10 & 10A)
2. Go to opposite end of Rainfly Pole and gradually apply pressure to form an arch. Insert the pin into pole end at other side of the door. (Fig. 10 & 10A)
3. Locate all hook & loop fasteners on underside of Rainfly and wrap around black and grey poles to secure. (Fig. 10B)
4. Stretch elastic straps and hook clip on each to the metal loops at the front and back of the tent. (Fig. 10C)
5. Extend out vestibule flaps and secure with metal stakes through the loops in the web straps (Fig. 10 & 5D)
6. Stretch guylines until taut, then secure with stakes. (Fig. 10 & 10E)

Self-rolling Windows

CAUTION: "Springs" may have sharp edges. Handle with care to avoid injury. Keep out of reach of children.

NOTE: Carefully unroll metal “springs” stored in bag with stakes. The color marking on each “spring” should match the color of the fabric “flag” sewn to the window or door sleeve opening. (Fig. 11)

1. Locate sleeve(s) in window panel, open hook & loop fastener; then insert "spring(s)" with matching color marking. (Fig. 11 & 12)

NOTE: When inserting into the sleeve(s), the color marking on the “spring(s)” should always face the operator.

1. Close hook & loop fastener to secure.

2. Before unzipping and opening the window, push in at top to engage "spring(s)" to activate the self-rolling feature. (Fig. 13)

3. Unzip to allow the window panel to roll down automatically; zip back to close window panel. (Fig. 14 & 15)

NOTE: Repeat steps above for inserting the color matching “spring(s)” into sleeve(s) for the rest of the windows.

Self-rolling Windows continued

CAUTION: All “springs” must be removed from sleeves before tearing down tent to avoid damage to the tent fabric or part. To avoid injury, carefully roll up “springs”. Keep out of reach of children. Store rolled “springs” in bag with stakes.

Tent Lighting System

Your tent comes pre-wired with the Coleman® Tent Lighting System. See manual that came with the light and carefully read all instructions before use then save for future reference.

Electrical Cord Access

1. Unzip the access panel in the lower left corner of tent and bring in an electrical cord.
   NOTE: Use only UL approved cords rated for outdoor usage. (Fig. 16)

Cooler Access

The smaller zippered opening at the side of tent is designed for added ventilation and easy access to your beverage cooler.

1. To use as a vent, unzip flap to expose screen.

2. To use as a cooler access, unzip other flap to make an avenue to bring beverages into tent. (Fig. 17)

To Store

1. All "springs" must be rolled up and placed in bag with stakes.
2. All poles and stakes must be placed in the storage bag to prevent damage to the fabric items placed in the carry case.
3. Make sure tent is clean and dry before placing in carry case.
4. Remove rainfly, spread out on floor of tent, then unzip door & vents before taking tent down for storage.
5. Neatly fold tent to width of pole storage bag, place on tent, roll tightly, and place in carry case.
6. Store in a clean, dry area.

Things You Should Know:

• Under certain conditions (cold weather, high humidity, etc.) condensation will form on the inside of your tent. Condensation is caused by water vapor from your breath, perspiration, or any wet clothing inside the tent. It is NOT LEAKAGE through the shelter fabric. It can be minimized by removing wet clothing from your shelter and by providing good ventilation through the tent.
• Tree limbs, tree sap, bird droppings, or moisture steadily dripping off tree limbs can cause damage to the tent fabric and its coating resulting in leaks or loss of flame-resistant properties.
• Never store tent, even for a short period of time, without drying it thoroughly and brushing off caked dirt. Do not pack stakes or poles inside your tent. Use a separate storage bag.
• Stakes should be removed by pulling on the stake itself. NEVER PULL ON THE TENT TO REMOVE STAKES AS THIS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
• Tent poles should not be left telescoped together during storage.
• Do not leave your tent set-up for weeks at a time. Be aware that exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun can seriously damage material and/or cause it to become discolored.

⚠ WARNING: Keep all flame and heat sources away from this shelter fabric.

This shelter 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.

The Coleman Company, Inc. • 3600 N. Hydraulic • Wichita, Kansas 67219 1-800-835-3278 • www.coleman.com

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