Sleeping Bags Tips and Advice:

• As you shop for a sleeping bag, think about the weather conditions you’re apt to encounter when you’re camping. You’ll want a bag that will keep you comfortable in different climates. If you don’t plan to camp in extreme cold, a three-season bag that will handle night temperatures down to 30 degrees is probably a good choice. Keep in mind, though, that temperature ratings are more a rule of thumb than an exact science. In fact, no industry standard exists. Your best bet is to buy from a reputable manufacturer. Also, if you “sleep cold” and tend to need extra blankets at home, buy a colder-rated bag than you think you’ll need.

• Whether you purchase a rectangular, taped, mummy or hybrid sleeping bag depends on how you intend to use it. For general-use family camping, rectangular bags are the most versatile. They can be opened flat for warmer conditions or mated to form a double bag. Tapered and mummy bags are among the warmest. They’re compressible and pack up in a minimum of space. Hybrid bags combine additional warmth with more leg room.

Coleman Sleeping Bags:

• Cover material – Nylon is lightweight; ripstop is the most durable. Cotton is rugged and a good choice if weight is a nonissue.

• Liner material – Nylon, usually a feature of mummy bags, is lightweight and durable but doesn’t feel as warm against your skin. Cotton flannel is soft, warm and durable and feels good against your skin on cold evenings. Cotton bi-blend isn’t as warm as flannel but feels more like a bed sheet.

• Insulation – Synthetic nylon or polyester are the most common. Price is generally a good indication of insulation quality. Weight is also a factor. High-quality insulation material usually provides greater warmth and loft with less weight than less-expensive varieties although a few extreme models may have heavier insulation and still offer the same quality. Down bags are lightweight and warm, but they’re more trouble to maintain than synthetics and much more expensive for the same warmth and loft.

• Zippers – Look for zipper guards to keep fabric from catching in zipper teeth and a strong nylon zipper that slides easily and allows rectangular bags to open flat.

• Construction – A well-made bag should be quilted so that insulation stays in place and won’t lump up or shift around in the bag, forming cold spots. Look for one you can launder in a commercial washing machine.

• Sleeping pads, air mattresses and cots – These make sleeping outdoors a lot more comfortable. Which you choose to put under your sleeping bag comes down to a matter of personal preference and budget. Sleeping pads pack more compactly than cots and don’t have to be inflated like air mattresses. Some pads self-inflate to provide a pad/air-mattress combination. Air mattresses are usually the most comfortable and economical. Just make sure to buy a good-quality mattress so it doesn’t mysteriously develop holes in the middle of the night. Cots are more bulky to pack, but if your campsite is rocky or the temperature cold, you’ll appreciate being off the ground.

Proper care of your sleeping bag will keep it looking better and lasting longer. Follow these simple suggestions to care for your Coleman sleeping bag during the years to come.

• Dry Cleaning
• Dry cleaning is NOT recommended.

• Washing Instructions
  • Use only oversized commercial front loading washing machine with a rotating drum action - DO NOT use top loading agitator style machines.
  • Wash warm, rinse cold on gentle cycle using ¼ mild detergent.
  • Use a fabric softener in wash. (Do not use detergents with bleach.)
  • Tumble dry at low temperature in oversized commercial dryer.
  • Alternate method: hand wash in bathtub, follow instructions as in #2.
  • Bag must be thoroughly dry before being stored.

• Rolling
  • Zip up sleeping bag.
  • Fold in half, lengthwise.
  • If applicable, fasten toggle and loop to ensure bag stays in folded position.
  • Start rolling snuggly from opposite end of ties, loops or straps (whichever applicable).
  • Have ties lying directly on the ground.
  • After rolling bag completely, secure ties, loops or straps. If bag has Wrap 'N Roll feature, continue rolling into attached carrier, tie and transport.

• Storing
  • For longtime storage, it is not recommended to store sleeping bags in its stuff sack or carrier, since it can reduce the loft, or puffiness, of the bag over time.

Ledge Sleeping Bags:

1. How should I wash my sleeping bag?

• Wash with a mild detergent in a front loading (commercial) washing machine and hang to dry. For all other sleeping bags, check specifically with the manufacturer for specific instructions.

2. How should I store my sleeping bag?

• If you have the room, the best way to store a sleeping bag is
  un-stuffed. You can store it under a bed or hanging in a closet. If you
  do not have the room it should not hurt a bag to leave it in the
  compression sack uncompressed.

3. What is a baffle?

• There are two types of baffles on LEDGE sleeping bags. A zipper baffle
  is an insulated tube that runs along the length of the zipper and keeps
  warm air from escaping through the zipper and keeps cold air out of the sleeping bag.
  A shoulder baffle is an insulated tube collar that you can cinch up
  around your neck and shoulders to keep warm air in and cold air out from the body of the sleeping bag.

4. Should I get a square mummy bag or a regular mummy bag?

• That depends on what you are doing. Square bags verses mummy bags usually boils down to comfort verses weight. If you are backpacking you would want to save weight with a mummy bag. If you are car camping or packing with a horse or are not concerned about weight you can be comfortable with plenty of fill weight and leg room in a square bottom mummy.

5. How do you put a temperature rating on a sleeping bag?

• Sleeping bag temperature ratings are devised from a scientific formula with the amount of fill per square yard. All LEDGE sleeping bags are
  conservatively rated by adding more fill to the formula. Temperature
  ratings are also subjective depending on the metabolism of the sleeper,
  if you are using a sleeping pad or a tent, and the clothes that you wear
  inside your sleeping bag.

Pahaque Tents:

Pamo Valley and Temescal Creek Tents:

1. Which Tent is Right for Me?

• Both tents are extremely roomy and airy, due to their vertical walls and tremendous headspace. The Temescal Creek (8' x 7' x 5.5' headroom I corners, 7' peak) is a cozy 4 person tent. The Pamo Valley (10' x 9' x 6.5' headroom in corners, 8.5' peak) is a very comfortable and roomy 4-6 person tent. Your choice should be based on how many people and how much gear you will have inside the tent at one time.

2. Why 7/8" vs. 5/8" Pole Set?

• The Pamo Valley is equipped with a 7/8" pole set, the Temescal Creek with a 5/8" pole set. Both sets are 6000 Series Aluminum shock corded sets (don't confuse aluminum for steel poles - there is no comparison in weight or performance). These pole sets were engineered specifically for these tents, to ensure maximum performance and stability. No other cabin style tents can match ours for foul weather performance.

3. Do I Need To Use Liquid Seam Sealer Before Each Use?

• You never have to use liquid seam sealer on your Paha Qué tents. Ours are the only tents in their category with 100% factory tape sealed seams on the floor, body and rainfly, to ensure 100% waterproof performance.

4. Do I Have To Guy Out My Paha Qué Tent?

• Although we highly recommend that you stake down the four corners, the tents will free-stand in winds under 10-15mph. It is prudent to throw out a few guy lines in any weather however - there is nothing worse than fumbling with guy lines and stakes at 2am when that unexpected storm creeps up.

5. Why Not A Full Coverage Rainfly?

• Most tent manufacturers save money by not tape sealing the tent body seams or coating the material, and provide a full coverage rainfly to protect the tent in foul weather - the result is highly reduced air circulation, no visibility around camp, and generally a humid, damp tent interior. Paha Qué goes the extra step with factory tapes sealed seams on the tent floor, body and rainfly, and coats all tent material with a 1500 mil. waterproof coating. The result - excellent ventilation, visibility and tent door access. No more dripping wet tent walls on cold wet nights, or unbearable humidity during a summer rain storm.

6. How Do the Airbed Slings Work?

• The airbed slings are essentially big 'pillow cases' into which you can slide your airbed. They are zippered in along each lower side wall, so that they can be folded up against the sidewall of the tent during the day, much like a murphy bed. The Temescal Creek is designed for airbeds 75" x 39" x 5", and the Pamo Valley for 75" x 54" x 5". The top fabric on the slings is cotton Taslan, comfortable for sleeping on with only a blanket on warm night. The slings can be removed for easy laundering.

7. What Is Included In the Accessory Upgrade Kits?

• The accessory upgrade kit for each tent includes 2 inflatable airbeds and one double-action barrel pump. They can be purchased separately directly from us by calling our toll-free number, or through any of our dealers.

8. Is A Custom Footprint Necessary?

• Although our floor material is heavier than any other tents in their category, a custom footprint is cheap insurance against damage to your waterproof floor, especially if you camp on hard dirt or sandy conditions. Custom footprints for both the Pamo Valley and Temescal Creek Tents are available through our dealers. If you choose to use a standard tarp, just be sure it does not extend out past the tent walls, and scoop rainwater under your tent! You'll still stay dry, but your tent will take extra long to properly dry before packing.

9. What is the Set Up Time?

• Average set up time for either tent is about 10 minutes with two people, perhaps a few minutes longer your first time. Set up is traditional and simple. We highly recommend that you do a "dry run" in your yard or the local park to familiarize yourself with the procedure, before setting out on your trip!
  10. How Many Awning Poles Come With Each Tent?

• The Pamo Valley and Temescal Creek Tents are standard equipped with one set of awning poles. Additional sets can be purchased by calling us toll free at 888.700.TENT (8368).

ScreenRoom Tent:

1. Are the Awnings Built-In, and How Do They Function?

• The awnings are built into all four sides of the ScreenRoom, and be put out as awnings, put down for wind/sun/rain protection, or rolled up and secured out of the way. When the awnings are in the down position, they are secured by tie backs along the sides and heavy-duty velcro along the bottom.

2. How many Awning Poles Come With the ScreenRoom?

• The ScreenRoom is standard equipped with one set of 74" awning poles - enough to deploy one awning. Additional sets can be purchased by calling us toll free at 888.700.TENT (8368). Cost is $35 + s/h.

3. Does the ScreenRoom Have 2 Doors and Will it Fit a Picnic Table Inside?

• Yes, and yes again. The ScreenRoom has two large doors that are easily accessible even when the awnings are downs, and has plenty of room for a standard size park picnic table.

4. Do I Need to Use Liquid Seam Sealer?

• We recommend the use of liquid seam sealer (included with every ScreenRoom) on the roof seams only, to ensure waterproof performance even in the worst weather.

5. Is a Custom Floor Available for the ScreenRoom?

• A custom sized, removable floor is available - just the thing to convert your ScreenRoom into a large, roomy tent for up to 8 people!

5. What is the Set Up Time?

• Average set up time is about 10 minutes with two people, perhaps a few minutes longer your first time. Set up is traditional and simple. We highly recommend that you do a "dry run" in your yard or the local park to familiarize yourself with the procedure, before setting out on your trip!

6. How Stable Is The ScreenRoom in Strong Winds?

• The ScreenRoom has guy line and stake points on each corner, as well as two more of each along all four sidewalls. It comes complete with a full set of adjustable guy lines, and full sets of two types of ground stakes (for varying ground conditions), which enable the ScreenRoom to withstand winds up to 40mph. When properly set up, staked down and guyed out.

Tepee Outhouse Tent:

1. Fiberglass or Aluminum Pole Set?

• We offer two types of pole sets to meet a variety of weight, performance, and budget considerations. The primary trade off is weight vs. cost. The Aluminum model weighs 12lbs, but generally costs about $20 more than the Fiberglass model, which weighs 15lbs. Both sets perform very well. &npsp;

2. What is the Recommended Solar Shower Bag Size?

• The Tepee has a built in, removable overhead hammock designed to hold a 2.5 gallon shower bag laying down (for easy dispensing of shower water). We recommend heating the water outside the Tepee, then sliding the shower bag into its overhead hammock when you are ready to shower. You can generally get two good, hot showers out of each 2.5 gallon bag.

3. Is the Floor Removable?

• The floor is removable to allow flexibility of use - if you're on dirt or rocky ground put the floor in while showering or with your porta potty. You may choose to remove the floor is you are on a nice grassy spot, or for digging a latrine. The unit is very easy to pick up and move when set up.
  

4. What is the Set Up Time?

• Average set up time is about 10 minutes with one person, perhaps a few minutes longer your first time. Set up is traditional and simple. Color-coded webbing on the inside further simplifies set up. We highly recommend that you do a "dry run" in your yard or the local park to familiarize yourself with the procedure, before setting out on your trip!
  

5. How Stable is the Tepee in Strong Winds?

• The Tepee has guy line and stake points on each corner. It comes complete with a full set of adjustable guy lines, and full sets of two types of ground stakes (for varying ground conditions), which enable the ScreenRoom to withstand winds up to 50mph. When properly set up, staked down and guyed out.

Uniflame Patio Heaters:

How do I clean my 1500 to 2000 series patio heater?

How do I clean my 2200 to 4500 patio heater?

Why won’t my pilot light?

• It may be that your cylinder is malfunctioning, cylinder has a leak, or the pilot is clogged. Please see steps below to troubleshoot. Note: Regular maintenance is critical to the successful operation of your patio heater.

1. Is the cylinder valve closed? If so, open the cylinder valve but not fully.
2. Check to see if you can light it manually. If the unit lights manually but not with igniter, service or replace igniter switch.
3. Ensure that there is no air in the gas line. Open the gas line and bleed it (pressing control knob in) for not more than 1 - 2 minutes or ntil you smell gas.
4. There may be a blockage in the orifice or pilot tube? Bugs and spiders get into the pilot assembly, venturi tube and burner ports causing the unit to either not light or poor performance.
5. Is the regulator hose pinched or kinked?
6. Cleaning the pilot assembly:
   1. Loosen nut connecting pilot supply tube.
   2. Loosen orifice nut from black hex tube.
   3. Remove the 2 screws that mount the pilot assembly.
   4. Clean the tip of the orifice with a small wire brush or ottlebrush.
   5. Clean out pilot thoroughly with a pipe cleaner and reassemble.
7. Check for leaks by using soapy water.
8. Make sure that the tip switch connection is good.

Why does my pilot light, but goes out when turned on high or low?

• It may be that your cylinder is malfunctioning, cylinder has a leak, or the pilot, venturi tube or burner ports are clogged. Please see steps below to troubleshoot. Note: Regular maintenance is critical to the successful operation f your patio heater
  1. Is the cylinder functioning properly and at least 2/3 full?
  2. If the pilot lights but in turning knob to the on position the unit goes out, then this is caused by a blockage in the pilot. Bugs and spiders get into the pilot assembly, venturi tube and burner ports causing the unit to either not light or poor performance.
  3. Connection between gas valve and pilot assembly may be loose. Tighten connection and perform leak check.
  4. Cleaning the pilot assembly:
     1. Loosen nut connecting pilot supply tube.
     2. Loosen orifice nut from black hex tube.
     3. Remove the 2 screws that mount the pilot assembly.
     4. Clean the tip of the orifice with a small wire brush or bottlebrush.
     5. Clean thoroughly with a pipe cleaner and reassemble.
  5. Check for leaks by using soapy water.
  6. Make sure that the tip switch connection is good.
  7. Thermocouple is not operating correctly and needs to be replaced.

Why does my pilot light, but the burner won’t light?

• Option 1
  • You want to make sure that the flame from the pilot is in the correct position, it may not be going through the hole in the pilot shield.
  • Since there are two flames on the pilot (one to heat the thermal-couple and one to light the burner) the port that lights the main burner, may be clogged. This means that you will have to clean your patio heater.
• Option 2
  • It may be that the venturi tube or burner ports are clogged. Please see steps below to troubleshoot.
    1. Gas pressure may be low. Turn cylinder valve OFF and replace cylinder.
    2. There may be a blockage in the orifice or pilot tube? Bugs and spiders get into the pilot assembly, venturi tube and burner ports causing the unit to either notlight or poor performance.
    3. Clean the burner supply tube orifice by removing the burner supply tube nut. You will then be able to remove the orifice.
    4. Check for leaks by using soapy water.
    5. Make sure that the tip switch connection is good.

Why is my burner flame low?

• Gas pressure may be low. Turn cylinder valve OFF and replace cylinder
• Outdoor temperature is less than 40ºF and tank is less than 1/4 full. Use a full cylinder.
• Supply hose may be bent or kinked. Straighten hose.
• There may be a blockage in the orifice or pilot tube? Bugs and spiders get into the pilot assembly, venturi tube and burner ports causing the unit to either not light or poor performance.

My unit burns low or won’t burn long when it is below 40 degrees outside?

• Propane needs to be at a boiling point to give the best output. At or below 40 degrees propane starts to try to liquefy which will not give a good performance.

Why do I get a yellow flame and black smoke?

• This is because you have a blockage in the burner venturi tube or your heater is in a windy condition. In any case this can be fixed by cleaning the venturi tube and place your heater in a less windy area.

Should I remove the white ring inside the emitter screen when I assemble my heater?

• NO. The white ring is not packing, but a fiberglass insulator that will help increase the heater's efficiency.

While assembling my patio heater, I am having difficulty connecting the quick connect fitting. What is the problem?

• The Control Valve fitting must be held perfectly verticle when attaching the quick connect fitting. If the alignment is not correct you could have a problem securing the fitting. Should you have difficulty, loosen the three screws that hold the engine assembly to the top of the pole. Wiggle the engine assembly while pushing up on the gas pipe assembly from inside the cylinder compartment. If that still does not work, loosen the brass nut that secures the control valve in place, and try again. Be sure to retighten the nut and screws once you successfully make this connection.

I turn, and turn, the screws to mount the pole to the engine, but they never get tight. What is wrong?

• Be sure not to over-tighten any screws when assembling your patio heater. Doing so can cause damage to the screws or pipe threads. It is possible that the threads of the screw have stripped. These screws are a 1/4-20 thread, and can be replaced with another 1/4-20 screw. It is also possible that the threads on the pole have stripped. Inspect the threads carefully, and if this is the case, we can replace your pole by calling 1-800-762-1142 or via e-mail at CustomerService@bluerhino.com.

Can I convert my propane patio heater into a natural gas patio heater?

• No. Our propane patio heaters are designed, tested and approved for Propane use only. Conversion kits are not available by Blue Rhino Corporation. Propane patio heater regulators supply 11” in a column of water and natural gas 7” to 10 “. Also, propane gas line tubing is made of copper and must be stainless steel for natural gas.
• To convert these units would void all warranty and release Uniflame®/Blue Rhino® of all responsibility. For further information about converting to natural gas, contact a certified gas technician.

Napier Tents:

Can you fit the tent over a bed toolbox?

• Yes it can. We recommend placing the tent over the whole toolbox to minimize the amount of rain that can come inside the box

Can you fit the tent over bedside railings?

• Yes, if the railings are less than 3" tall. Any other railings would have to be taken off.

Can I reach into my tent from the slider window in my truck?

• This is not possible, but the NEW Sportz® II Tailgate Tent does have a sleeve for cords to go from inside the tent to inside of the cab.

Will the tent fit with roll bars?

• No

Will the tent fit with a bed liner?

• Yes, the tent will fit with a sprayed or prefabricated liner or without a bed liner.

Can I drive with the tent set up in the truck?

• NO, IT MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO YOURSELF AND YOUR TRUCK. WARRANTY IS VOID IF TENT IS ERECTED WHILE DRIVING.

What is the height of Sportz® Truck Tent?

• Full Size Models - 52" to 54"
  
• Compact Models - 48" to 50"

How can I make sure that my tent is the most water resistant it can be ?

• We recommend that you apply a seam sealer to all seams. This will provide for added water resistance.

How do I know what size mattress to buy?

• For a full-size truck : double mattress
  
• For a compact truck: twin mattress

For the SUV tent: queen mattress:

Will the SUV tent fit on a truck that has a shell or cap on it?

• Yes, providing the circumference around the truck and cap is not more than 19.5'.

Will the SUV tent fit on my full size SUV that has barn doors?

• If your vehicle has barn doors we recommend the Full-size SUV tent.

What is your return policy or warranty?

• We will gladly return any tent with a manufacturers defect, but the tent must be dry and have all the necessary parts in a tent bag. We have no control over wear and tear so therefore we will not honor any warrenty.