How to Use the Sleeping Bag:
1. For the first use, unroll your sleeping bag and leave it in air for 1 or 2 days, and shake it to allow the insulation to loft before use.
2. Use a proper pad on the ground for the season and conditions. Lay the sleeping bag on the pad to protect the bag from dampness and sharp sticks.
3. Put the sleeping bag liner in. It acts as a barrier between your skin and the sleeping bag, and keeps your bag clean. Plus, the liner can add your bag’s temperature rating. After each trip, simply wash the liner.
4. Use the hood correctly for maximum warmth. The draw cord around the neck/ shoulders needs to be snug to minimize the loss of heat.
5. Wear suitable clothing to slip into the bag. Wear a pair of clean socks to keep warm.

Notes:
– Consider light exercise to create body heat before going to sleep in the bag.
– Take care when using the zippers. Do not force them to move. If fabric gets caught in the zipper, stop immediately, gently reverse the zipper slider, and start over.
– Prolonged exposure in ultraviolet light from the sun will cause damage to the bag fabrics, both color fading and strength.

Cleaning & Drying:
– Wash the bag by hand in cold or warm water with mild soap, or in a front loading washer, gentle cycle.
– After washing, ensure the sleeping bag is fully rinsed.
– Air dry, line dry or use a large commercial dryer on low heat.
– Do not use fabric softener, bleach or alternative-bleach products.
– Do not dry clean your sleeping bag.