Eskimo 69164 User Manual
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS
Eskape 400 Ice Shelter
MODEL 69164
OM69164
Rev. 8/27/08
© 2008 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
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HIGH PERFORMANCE ICE FISHING GEAR
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Eskape™ 400 Hardwater Series (69164)
Eskimo ice shelters are engineered with you, the high performance ice angler in mind. We appreciate your purchase of one of our high
performance portable ice shelters. Follow these simple instructions and your ice shelter will provide you many years of trouble-free
pleasure. Save these instructions for future reference.
If for any reason you have a problem with your product, DO NOT return to the retailer, contact the Eskimo customer service depart-
ment by phone at 800-345-6007 or by e-mail at info@ardisam.com for assistance.
CONTENTS
Introduction & Registration .............................................................. 2
Important Safety Precautions .......................................................... 3
Assembly, Set-up & Take-down Instructions ................................. 4-9
Standard Accessories.................................................................... 10
Long Term Storage ........................................................................ 10
Parts ......................................................................................... 11-13
FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) ............................................. 14
Warranty ........................................................................................ 15
Optional Accessories ..................................................................... 16
REGISTRATION
Record the model number and serial number (if applicable) in the space provided for easy reference. Fill out and mail the registration
card located in the parts packet. Warranty is valid only if the completed registration card is received by Ardisam, Inc. within 30 days
of purchase.
OWNERSHIP RECORDS
Place of Purchase:
Place of Purchase Address:
City: State/Province: Zip Code/Postal Code:
Model Number: Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Notes:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This tent is made with flame resistant fabric which meets CPAI-84 specifications. It is not fire proof. The fabric will 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.
Heat sources burn oxygen and emit carbon monoxide. Use caution with
heaters and vent properly.
This symbol points out important safety instructions
which if not followed could endanger your personal
safety. Read and follow all instructions in this
manual.
• Do not use candles, matches or open flames of any kind in or near this
shelter.
• Do not cook inside this shelter.
• Exercise extreme caution when using fuel-powered lanterns or heaters
inside this shelter.
• Do not refuel lamps, heaters or stoves inside this shelter.
• Extinguish or turn off all lanterns before leaving this shelter.
• Do not smoke in this shelter.
• Do not store flammable liquids inside this shelter.
WARNING
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL ASSEMBLY,
SAFETY, SET-UP & USE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
BEFORE EACH USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL WARN
INGS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERI
OUS INJURY OR DEATH.
KEEP ALL FLAME AND HEAT SOURCES AWAY FROM
THIS TENT FABRIC.
DUE TO TRAFFIC ON LAKES, ICE FISHING CAN BE HAZ
ARDOUS AT NIGHT. IF YOU CHOOSE TO FISH AT NIGHT
OR IN CONDITIONS WITH POOR VISIBILITY, BE SURE
TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS.
NEVER LEAVE THE ICE SHELTER UNATTENDED.
SECURELY ANCHOR THE ICE SHELTER TO THE ICE IN
HIGH WIND CONDITIONS.
LUBRICATE THE SLIDE POLES WITH WD-40
ICON SPRAY AT LEAST SEASONALLY. DO NOT USE OIL
OR GREASE AS A LUBRICANT.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Needed: (2) 7/16” wrenches & (1) 3/8” wrench.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: This ice shelter should be assembled in
a garage or basement setting due to the time and length of
assembly. Identify and familiarize yourself with all parts and
hardware before assembly. Allow 1-3 hours for assembly.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: The use of a cordless drill with socket will
make assembly of your ice shelter much quicker. Be sure to
set the drill speed low so you do not over tighten any nut and
bolt combinations.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: If a High-Speed Tracking Kit will be purchased for use on this ice shelter, it should be mounted to the
sled before assembly of the ice shelter for convenience.
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP: DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN ANY
NUT AND BOLT COMBINATIONS UNTIL ALL BOLT-ON PARTS
ARE ASSEMBLED TOGHETHER! FINGER TIGHTEN ONLY!
THIS WILL HELP HOLE ALIGNMENT OF ALL PARTS.
1. Attach (1) left hinge riser (68052) and (1) sled support strap (68161) to
the upper left side of sled lip using (3) provided 1/4-20 x 1” hex head
bolts, nyloc nuts and (1) washer. SEE FIGURE 1.
2. Repeat step 1 to attach (1) right hinge riser (68053) and (1) sled support strap to the upper right side of sled lip. SEE FIGURE 1.
3. Attach (1) left hinge assembly (68146) to the top of left hinge riser
and (1) right hinge assembly (68145) to the top of right hinge riser
using (4) provided 1/4-20 x 3/4” hex head bolts and nyloc nuts. SEE
FIGURE 1.
NOTE: Be sure hinge assemblies are orientated as shown in
FIGURE 1, with high sides of hinges placed to the front of sled.
Snap buttons on hinge poles should face inward, towards each
other.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for attaching remaining left and right hinge risers and
hinge assemblies to the opposite side of sled to create the double sided
configuration. FIGURE 1 image will apply to other side also.
NOTE: STEPS 5-14 FOR SEAT KIT ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE DONE
FOR BOTH SEAT KITS, ONE FOR EACH SIDE OF SLED.
5. Attach (2) seat kit mount brackets (68304) to each hinge assembly
using (4) provided 1/4-20 x 3/4” hex head bolts and nyloc nuts SEE
FIGURE 2.
6. Slide the pre-assembled rod holder assembly (68449) into the T-slot
of either bench seat rail. Doing so makes this bench seat rail the front
rail and will be positioned beneath your legs during use.
7. Attach (2) bench seat rails (68301) to the top side of seat kit mount
brackets using (4) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/2” bolts, nyloc nuts and (4)
washers. SEE FIGURE 3A. Make sure the rail with the rod holder
assembly is in front, so it will be positioned beneath your legs during
use.
sled support strap
FIGURE 1
seat mount bracket
(2) 1/4” nuts
FIGURE 2 (left side shown)
right hinge
assembly
left hinge
assembly
right hinge
riser
(2) 1/4” washers
front bolt only
(2) 1/4” x 3/4” bolts
(2) 1/4” x
3/4” bolts
high side
of hinge
(6) 1/4” x
1” bolts
left hinge
riser
(6) 1/4” nuts
hinge riser
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8. Attach (2) storage tray end caps (68156) to each end of the storage tray
(68157) using (8) provided 10-24 x 5/8” bolts and nyloc nuts. SEE FIGURE
3B.
9. Attach the seat brace (68024), the left backrest bracket (68310), the right
backrest bracket (68323) and the plastic storage tray to the center set of
holes on bench seat rails using (2) provided 1/4-20 x 3-1/2” Phillips truss
head bolts, (2) 1/4-20 x 4-1/2” Phillips truss head bolts, (4) nyloc nuts and
(4) washers. SEE FIGURE 3A. The long bolts should be used in the rear
holes since the added length is needed to go through the seat brace.
NOTE: Seat brace will fit under the lip of plastic storage tray.
(4) 1/4” x 2-1/2” bolts
bench seat rails
plastic storage tray
(8) 10-24 nuts
(8) 10-24 x 5/8” bolts
storage tray end caps
FIGURE 3B (left side shown)
(2) 1/4” x 3-1/2” bolts
(2) 1/4” x 4-1/2” bolts
rod holder assemblies
right backrest bracket
seat mount brackets
all washers are 1/4”
all nuts are 1/4”
left backrest
bracket
plastic storage tray
seat brace
FIGURE 3A
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