NEMO Equipment HYPNOA - Manual (Page 5)

overlapping door sill that allows you to enter and exit your
tent in harsh weather without letting rain inside.
27. Once inside the tent, remove the Integrated Pump
from the Pump Pocket and open the outside zipper. Reach
through the Pump Pocket to connect the Integrated Pump
to the Valve Interface.
28. Hypno inflates in as little as 1 minute with the
Integrated Pump.
29. To use the Integrated Pump, first make sure the valve
on top of the pump is closed, then blow into the pump and
squeeze it with your hand or under your foot. Repeat this
sequence, being sure to frequently inhale! With practice,
this becomes quite effortless. Be careful not to get light-
headed!
30. When you are finished, disconnect the pump and open
the valve to allow the inside of the pump to dry out.
Remember to put the pump back in the Pump Pocket for
next time. Also, don’t forget to close the Pump Pocket
zipper!
31. The incredible ease of setting up Hypno AR means
you have more time to enjoy some rest!
32. The selection of fabrics in Hypno AR not only
increases its performance, but also provides a beautiful
play of light in the morning sunshine. With good quality
rest, you’ll be able to get a jump on everyone else.
33. Since deflation takes only a few seconds, you won’t
loose any time getting back on the trail.
34. Adventure racing is about endurance, perseverance
and skill. Don’t forget to stay hydrated, well-fed and take
care to avoid unnecessary risks.
35. Part of adventure racing is the beautiful vistas and
dramatic scenes. Whether you’re racing or backpacking,
remember to appreciate and show respect for your
surroundings.
36. Thanks to the dedication and perseverance of Team
NEMO, combined with all the time saved by using the
beautiful Hypno AR tent, the team wins again!
37. When the rain stops, it’s a good idea to air out your
tent before packing it away. This will save weight and
reduce the likelihood of mildew. Try to clean as much dirt
and debris from your tent as possible before packing it.
This will help preserve the breathability of the tent fabrics
and reduce wear and tear. Always cook away from the
tent!
38. The same qualities that make Hypno a great tent for
adventure racing make it terrific for lightweight
backpacking. It sleeps 2 very comfortably with minimal
weight, great ventilation and a cozy interior. It’s a
gorgeous and very unique little tent!
Repair Sequence:
R1. NEMO AirSupported™ tents are designed to
withstand all the usual rigors of backpacking and camping.
We worked hard to select materials with the right balance of
being lightweight and durable. If you take reasonable care of
your tent, you should never have a problem. But, accidents do
happen! If you have a puncture, the next few steps will allow
you how to swap in a new bladder and repair the damaged one
to keep as a spare. The whole process should only take a few
minutes. Please read all the steps first before beginning.
R2. Every airbeam has multiple Bladder Access Pockets. Never
open the access pockets when the airbeam is inflated! The
bladder inside is only meant to be airtight. If it is not supported
by the airbeam outer shell it will expand and pop. First
disconnect the quick-disconnect fitting on the airbeam and then
open the access pockets.
R3. If the puncture is close to a Bladder Access Pocket, you
can simply patch the bladder with the included Tear-Aid patch
kit. Otherwise, simply tie a new bladder to the one inside the
airbeam and pull the old one out from the opposite side,
dragging the new one into place. It is best to stake down one
side of the airbeam or have someone hold it while you pull the
bladder through. It is very important to insert the bladder without
any twists. It helps to lay the new bladder flat on the ground
pointing towards the access pocket with the valve oriented the
right direction.
R4. Any twists in the bladder will result in obvious un-inflated
portions of the airbeam when you re-inflate the airbeam. These
will require repeating this entire process, so it is best to take
your time and be sure the bladder is fed into the tent with the
valve oriented in the right direction and without any twists. Also
be sure that the bladder goes all the way to the bottom of the
airbeam on both ends. Remember that the bladder requires the
airbeam shell to prevent it from expanding and popping!
R5. Once the new bladder is in place, secure the Bladder
Access Pockets and connect the quick-disconnect fitting. If the
bladder is installed correctly, the fitting should be facing towards
the round hole. If you need to twist the bladder to insert the
fitting through the airbeam shell, you will need to reverse this
process and try inserting the bladder again. Remember, no
twists!
R6. After reconnecting the bladder, inflate the tent and inspect
the airbeam. If the bladder is installed properly, the entire
airbeam will inflate evenly and firmly from end-to-end. If there
are any twists, a section of the airbeam will not inflate and
become firm. If this happens, you will need to tie the old bladder
onto the new one and reverse and repeat the process.
R7. Repairing small holes in a NEMO bladder is simple. If
necessary, inflate the bladder underwater to locate the
puncture. Once you locate the puncture, make sure the area is
dry and clean and cover the hole with a generous piece of the
self-adhesive patch included in your repair kit. If the damage is
larger than 1/8” in length or diameter, the repair may not be
reliable. Replacement bladders are available from your NEMO
retailer or from
www.nemoequipment.com .
R8. Keep the repaired bladder as a spare in a plastic bag in
your stuff sack accessory pocket. It is important to keep the
bladder dry and clean so that it is ready for future use. Take
care not to damage the CPC quick-disconnect fitting or allow it
to get dirty.
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