Action Sports Equipment S000435 Maintenance manual

Action Sports Equipment Pty Ltd.
72 Silverwater Rd, Silverwater, NSW, Australia, 2128
Parts & Service Enquiries: 1800 465 070 (Australia); 09 477 6020 (New Zealand)
Or email: [e-mail] (Australia) or [email protected] (New Zealand)
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8FT TRAMPOLINE COMBO
Model: S000435 / S000619
Assembly, Installation, Care, Maintenance and Use Instructions
IMPORTANT
Please read and retain this manual as it will assist with identification for parts and service.
Read these materials prior to assembling and using of this product
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY.
- Warning -
This trampoline is subject to 100kgs weight limit.
Usage of this trampoline is limited to persons weighing less than weights specified above.
Do not allow more than one person on the trampoline at a time.
Do not allow young children to use unless supervised by an adult.
Action Sports has reproduced extracts from AS4989-2006 Clauses 3.2.1 – 3.2.2; 3.3.1.2 & 3.3.2.1 and Appendices
A & B. These have been reproduced with permission from SAI Global under licence 1004-C016. The relevant
standard may be purchased online at www.saiglobal.com.
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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION.................................................................................................................3
ADDITIONAL SAFE USE INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................3
HOW TO USE YOUR TRAMPOLINE .............................................................................................4
FUNDAMENTAL TRAMPOLINE SKILLS .....................................................................................5
JUMPERS’ROLE IN PREVENTING ACCIDENTS......................................................................11
SUPERVISORS’ ROLE IN PREVENTING ACCIDENTS.............................................................11
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................13
PARTS LIST - Trampoline................................................................................................................13
PARTS LIST - Enclosure..................................................................................................................14
TRAMPOLINE ASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................15
Frame Assembly................................................................................................................................15
Mat Assembly ...................................................................................................................................16
Frame Pad Assembly.........................................................................................................................18
ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................19
Pole Assembly...................................................................................................................................19
Net Assembly....................................................................................................................................20
CARE & MAINTENANCE OF YOUR TRAMPOLINE ................................................................23
DISPOSAL INFORMATION...........................................................................................................24
LIMITED WARRANTY…………………………………………………………….…….……….25
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WARNING
SAFETY INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:
READ THESE MATERIALS PRIOR TO ASSEMBLING AND USING THE TRAMPOLINE.
SAFETY INFORMATION
zSpecific Use Limitation
(a) Do not use trampoline and enclosure without mature and knowledgeable supervision.
(b) Do not attempt or allow somersaults.
(c) Do not allow more than one person on the trampoline and enclosure at all times.
(d) Do not use the trampoline and enclosure when wet.
(e) Do not jump onto or off the trampoline and enclosure.
(f) Do not use a trampoline and enclosure while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
(g) Do not allow any activity underneath the trampoline.
(h) This trampoline has been designed for users to be barefooted or only wearing socks when using
the trampoline. Footwear must not be worn.
(i) Foreign objects including wakeboards, snowboards, skateboards, bicycles or any other items are
not to be used with the trampoline. Use of any foreign object on the trampoline will void all
product warranty.
(j) Inspect the trampoline and enclosure before each use. Make sure the frame padding is correctly
and securely positioned. Replace any worn, defective, or missing parts.
(k) Keep objects away which could interfere with the user. Maintain a clear area around, above, and
under the trampoline and enclosure.
(l) Learn fundamental bounces and body positions thoroughly before trying more advanced skills.
zSafe Use Instructions
(a) Read all instructions before using the trampoline and enclosure.
(b) Allow only one person on the trampoline and enclosure at any time. Use by more than one
person at the same time can result in serious injury.
(c) Use the trampoline and enclosure only with mature, knowledgeable supervision at all times.
(d) Inspect the trampoline and enclosure before each use. Make sure the frame padding is correctly
and securely positioned. Replace any worn, defective, or missing parts.
(e) Keep objects away which could interfere with the user. Maintain a clear area around, above, and
under the trampoline.
(f) Learn fundamental bounces and body positions thoroughly before trying more advanced skilled.
ADDITIONAL SAFE USE INSTRUCTIONS
(a) Misuse and abuse of the trampoline and enclosure is dangerous and can cause serious injuries.
(b) Focus your eyes on the edge of the trampoline. This will help control your bounce.
(c) Avoid bouncing for too long. Do not bounce when tired.
(d) Stop your bounce by flexing your knees as your feet come in contact with the trampoline bed. Learn
this skill before you attempt any others.
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(e) Climb on and off the trampoline, do not jump. It is a dangerous practice to jump from the trampoline
to the floor or ground when dismounting, or onto the trampoline when mounting. Always use two
hands on the frame getting on and off the trampoline. Never use springs or suspension elements as
“hand grips”.
(f) Learn fundamental bounces and body positions thoroughly before trying more advanced skills. A
variety of trampoline activities can be carried out by performing the basic fundamentals in various
series and combinations, or performing one fundamental after the other, with or without bounces
between them.
(g) Avoid bouncing too high. Stay low until you can control your bounce and repeatedly land in the
centre of the trampoline.
(h) Do not use the trampoline as a springboard to other objects. Use the trampoline only for trampoline
style bouncing.
(i) Keep objects away that could interfere with the person jumping.
(j) For further information or additional instructional materials, contact your nearest trampoline club.
(k) It is advisable not to bounce immediately after a meal.
(l) Do not attempt knee drops as these can cause injury if you attempt this skill without some experience
or personal instruction.
(m) Your clothing should allow plenty of body freedom, but no flapping shirts or skirts to distract your
concentration.
(n) No buckles or jewellery should be worn, as these could damage the trampoline mat and cause injury
to you.
(o) Do not wear shoes while bouncing on the trampoline.
HOW TO USE YOUR TRAMPOLINE
zAlways bounce at the centre of the trampoline mat. Bouncing near the edge of the trampoline mat can
lead to injury and can also stretch the springs. The frame pad is not designed nor intended to
support the weight of the trampoline user. Do not step or jump directly onto the frame pad.
zAvoid bouncing too high. Stay low until you can control your bounce and land consistently in the
middle of the trampoline mat.
zTo regain control and stop your jump, bend your knees quickly when you land.
zAllow each jumper a brief turn on the trampoline. Extended bouncing exposes an over tired user to
an increased risk of injury. Longer turns tend to lessen the interest of others waiting to jump.
zDo not use the trampoline when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
zThe trampoline mat is several feet from the ground. Jumping off the trampoline to the ground or
any other surface may result in injury. Jumping onto the trampoline from a roof, deck, or other
object also represents a risk of injury. Smaller children may need assistance getting up on or down
from the trampoline. Mounting and dismounting properly should be a strict rule from the very
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beginning. Users should climb onto the trampoline by placing their hands on the frame and stepping
or rolling up onto the frame, across the springs, and onto the mat (bed). Do not step directly on the
frame pad or grasp the frame pad when mounting or dismounting the trampoline. Users should
always place their hands on the frame while mounting or dismounting. To dismount, jumpers
should walk to the side of the mat (bed), bend over and place one hand on the frame, then step from
the mat to the ground.
zInjury may result from hitting the frame or falling through the springs while jumping or getting on or
off the trampoline. Stay in the centre of the trampoline mat when jumping. BE SURE TO KEEP THE
FRAME PAD IN PLACE TO COVER THE FRAME AT ALL TIMES. Do not step or jump directly
onto the frame pad as it is not designed nor intended to support the weight of the user.
FUNDAMENTALTRAMPOLINE SKILLS
zBASIC SKILLS - Bouncing
The most important thing about bouncing is that it should be done with control in the centre of the
bed. The basic bounce should always being low. High, reckless bouncing should never be
allowed.
zThe Stop Bounce
This technique allows the jumper to gain control by stopping quickly. It is achieved by keeping the
feet in contact with the bed, and absorbing the rebound of the trampoline with the knees and waist.
This skill should be the first skill learnt and should be employed whenever you feel out of balance, or
land away from the center area.
To learn the stop bounce:
(a) Stand in centre of the bed with your feet about hip-width apart.
(b) Attempt about three easy bounces, keep them low and controlled.
(c) Focus your eyes towards the perimeter of the trampoline while bouncing in order to keep your
balance.
(d) Stop the bounce by bending at your knees and hips on contact with the bed.
zArm Action
Arms are very important for proper control and lift. Whenever you go up, your arms go up. They go up to
a set position about shoulder height and shoulder width. They should remain in this balanced position until
you start down. Then they circle down and slightly behind the hips, ready to lift again as you bounce up
(see Figure 1).
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Figure 1 Arm Action
zBounce variations
Figures 2, 3 and 4 show three variations, the tuck, the pike, and the straddle pike respectively. These
should be assumed at the top of the bounce, before resuming the normal landing position on your feet.
Practice these simple variations and concentrate on perfect form. Make sure that your toes are pointed and
fingers are straight.
These are simple variations to the basic bounce and are very important for gaining experience in
coordinated movement.
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BASIC LANDING POSITIONS
zGeneral
Positions for all drops: seat, hands and knees, and front, should first be practiced on the ground, then in a
stationary position, and only the on the trampoline bed.
Drops should be performed after “Priming” the trampoline bed. Priming is done by bending your knees
and pushing down repeatedly on the trampoline bed, thereby setting the bed in motion. The feet stay in
contact with the bed during the entire priming motion.
zThe seat drop
To learn the seat drop:
(a) From the standing position, prime the bed several times.
(b) Pick up your feet at the top of the last bounce, and sit down. You should land so that your body is in a
sitting position with legs straight out in front and your toes pointed. Hands should be on the bed next
to your hips. Fingers should be together and pointed toward the toes.
(c) Push on the bed with your hands to rebound up to your feet (see Figure 5).
Figure 5 Seat Drop
zThe Hands and Knees Drop
To do this drop properly, there should be just as much weight on your hands as on your knees. Your back
should be about approximately parallel to the bed. Knees and hands should land simultaneously, with the
middle of the body landing in the centre of the trampoline. Hands should be directly under the shoulders.
Knees should be directly under the hips. Your toes should be pointed.
To learn the hands and knees drop:
(a) Get down on your hands and knees on the bed. Make sure you have weight on both your hands and
your knees. Do not sit on your heels.
(b) Remain in this position and try to bounce. Do not rock back and forth between the hands and knees,
but develop an even landing on all four points.
(c) From the standing position, prime the bed several times. Lift upward with your hips, reach forward
with our hands, and land on all fours. Look slightly in front of your hands on landing. Push to
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rebound to your feet (see Figure 6).
Figure 6 Hands and Knees Drop
zThe Front Drop
Contact with the trampoline be should simultaneously take place with your hands, elbows, chest, stomach,
hips and knees. Knees should be bent.
You must come down level. If the landing is made first on your chest and arms, they will rebound before
your knees hit which will result in a straining action on you back. If this type of landing is made with a
traveling, diving approach there is a chance that your elbows may become skinned. If the landing is made
so that your knees and hips hit first, then they will rebound and your shoulders and face will land heavily.
Step 1:
(a) Start from the hands and knees drop position.
(b) As you rebound from the hands and knees, stretch so that you land on your stomach. From this
position, rebound to your hands and knees.
Step 2:
(a) Start from a standing position with knees bent so that your upper body is low and close to the
trampoline bed.
(b) Prime the bed several times.
(c) Lift hips gently upward and backward.
(d) Land in contact with the bed as described in Step 1.
(e) Push with your hands to return to the feet
Step 3:
(a) Start from a straight standing position.
(b) Prime the bed several times.
(c) Perform skill as in Step 2 (see Figure 7).
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Figure 7 Front Drop
SERIES OF DROPS
zSequencing
Once you have mastered the individual bounce variations and drops, practice them in sequence. For
example: Seat drop－Hands and knees drop－Front drop, or Seat drop－Front drop-Hands and knees drop
－Seat drop.
zBeginning Twisting
General
Figures 8, 9 and 10 will show you a few of the many possible twisting variation of the basic landing
positions.
Seat drop － Half twist － Seat drop(AKA: Swivel hips)
Step 1:
(a) Perform a seat drop.
(b) Push down on the bed with your hands and come to a stand with the arms stretched overhead.
Step 2:
(a) Perform the movement in Step1. As you rebound up to your feet, move one shoulder in the direction
you want to twist.
(b) Finish standing with arms stretched overhead, facing the opposite direction (180 degree twist
completed).
Step 3:
Perform as in Step 2. Just before contacting feet with the trampoline bed, lift your legs to land in a sitting
position (see Figure 8).
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Figure 8 Seat Drop—Half Twist—Seat Drop
Front drop － Half twist － Front Drop(AKA: Turntable)
Step 1:
(a) Begin in a hands and knees position, with hands forming the apex of a triangle, like in front drop.
(b) Prime the bed in this position.
(c) Push backward with your hands and extend your body to land in the front drop position.
(d) Repeat several times in succession: Hands and knees drop-Front drop-Hands and knees drop-etc.
Step 2:
Perform the movement as in Step 1. However, do it at twice the speed so as to bring your knees inward,
under your hips and out again without touching your knees on the bed.
Step 3:
Perform the movement as in Step 2. Push sideways on the trampoline bed so your body rotates.
Step 4:
From a standing position, prime the bed, then perform a front drop. Push sideway, as in Step 3, and
complete a 180 degree turn, finishing in a front drop facing the opposite position (see Figure 9).
Figure 9 Front Drop—Half Twist—Front Drop
Seat drop － Full twist － Seat drop (Full barrel roll)
Perform this as you would a half barrel roll but keep moving your shoulder in the direction of the twist so
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that you finish in the seat drop position.
During the twist, hands should be placed by your sides, with your body held straight (see Figure 10).
Figure 10 Seat Drop—Full Twist—Seat Drop
zAdditional Twisting
You can combine a twist with each of the basic landing positions. You can twist after the landing position.
Example: Seat drop － 1/2 twist － feet
You can add more twists. Remember to practice and perfect the smaller twists before moving on to larger
twists.
You can also perform a series of twists.
Example: Swivel hips－perform several in a row, all twisting in one direction, or alternating directions.
JUMPERS’ROLE IN PREVENTINGACCIDENTS
zEducation on the part of the user is a must for safety. Users must first learn a low controlled bounce
and the basic landing positions and combinations before proceeding to intermediate skills. Jumpers
must understand why they have to master “control” before they can start thinking about other moves.
Understanding the proper progression of skills in jumping on a trampoline must be the first lesson.
SUPERVISORS’ ROLE IN PREVENTING ACCIDENTS
zIt is the responsibility of the supervisor(s) of trampoline users to provide knowledgeable and mature
supervision. They need to know and enforce all the rules and warnings set forth in this manual in
order to minimise the likelihood of accidents and injuries and to inform users of these rules. When
supervision is unavailable or inadequate, this may require that the trampoline be disassembled, placed
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in a secure area, or otherwise secured against unauthorized use. It is the responsibility of the
supervisor(s) to be sure that the users are fully aware of the safety guidelines which are printed on the
pads.
zThese instructions are issued in the interest of child safety, and we ask you to follow our advice.
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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS LIST - Trampoline
Parts Supplied
Ref Description Illustration Qty
A Top Rail Tube (A) 4
B Top Rail Tube (B) 2
C Top Rail Tube (C) 2
D Leg Tubes (Left) 3
E Leg Tubes (Right) 3
F W-Shaped Tubes 3
G T-Joint 2
H Mat with Sewn-in V-Rings 1
I Frame Pad 2
J Springs 48
K Long Nut (Φ6mm x 30mm) 6
L Round Head Bolt
(Φ6mm x 10mm) 6
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PARTS LIST - Enclosure
Parts Supplied
Ref Description Illustration Qty
A Net Assembly 1
B Upper Support Pole 6
C Lower Support Pole 6
D Foam Sleeve 6
E Ball Cap Screw 6
F Ball Cap 6
G U-Bolt 12
H U-Bolt Clamp 12
I U-Bolt Spacer 12
J Dome Nut
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Use the Parts List to ensure all parts are present.
Contact Customer Service at 1800 465 070 (Australia) or
09 477 6020 (New Zealand) if any parts are missing.
Do not attempt to assemble the trampoline if any parts are missing.
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TRAMPOLINE ASSEMBLY
For ease of installation, it is recommended two adults assemble the trampoline. While one adult is
connecting the relevant pieces, the other adult can assist by supporting the frame and holding the
connecting pieces in the appropriate position.
Frame Assembly
1. As there are three different types of top rail tubes,
it is very important to lay out the parts on a clear
dry level surface to form a loop as shown in
Figure 1.
The top rail tubes (A, B & C) should form a
circle, with the spring hole eyelets facing
upwards.
AT-joint (G) should be placed between top rail
A & A sections.
2. To complete the Legs assembly. Connect the Vertical
Leg Tubes (D & E) with the W-Shape Leg Tube (F) as
shown in Figure 2.
Align holes, secure D, F & E with the Bolts (L) and
Long Nuts (K). See Fig. 2.
3. Connect the Top Rail Tube (A) by sliding the wider end
of the tube into the T-Joint (G) first. Then connect the
Top Rail Tubes (B & C) to form the top rail loop as
shown in Figure 3.
If standing on the outside of the circle created in step 1,
the wider end should be on your left hand side. Slide the
SMALLER END (right hand side) of the next Top Rail
tube into the T Joint and follow this process around the trampoline to form the top rail loop.
Push each section firmly to ensure both ends of the rail pieces are firmly in position within the T
Joint. Please see Figure 3.
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4. Join the completed Leg Tubes to the Top Rail Loop as
shown in Figure 4. Ensure spring loaded locking pins are
aligned with locking holes and pin locks into position.
5. Once completed, the skeleton of the Trampoline should
look like the Figure 5.
MatAssembly
To facilitate the assembly of the springs to the mat, please use the Spring Hook provided to pull the
springs during assembly.
1. Spread out the Mat (H) and have both the Springs (J) and
Spring Hook ready for assembly.
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2. Divide the Mat into halves and then connect the first set of
Springs (J) directly opposite each other as shown in Figure
2.
3. Divide the Mat (H) in to quarters and
connect the springs as shown in Figure
3.
4. Divide the Mat (H) into eighths and connect the springs as
shown in Figure 4.
5. Connect the remaining springs to the mat.
6. When the Springs (J) have been properly connected, the
trampoline should look like Figure 6.
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Frame Pad Assembly
1. Lay out the Frame Pads on a dry and clean surface.
2. Connect the two Frame Pads (I) together by firmly tying
together the straps located at the end of each pad. When
tying, ensure the pads are spaced appropriately so that the
two ends of the pads meet and there is no gap between the
pads.
3. Place the Frame Pad on top of the trampoline. The tying
points that have connected the pad segments should be on
the underside of the unit (facing the ground).
4. Align the pre-sewn side straps with each T-joint on the main
frame as shown in Figure 4.
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5. Secure the pre-sewn straps around T-joint with a single
knot as shown in Figure 5.
6. Thread the remaining strap through the sewn-in securing
eyelet on the underside of the safety pad and the closest
metal V-ring of the trampoline mat (where the springs
connect to the mat). Tie knots and secure the Frame Pad
as shown in Figure 6.
7. The recommended Safe Play Area is to be 250cm
(2.5metres) of clear area around the perimeter of the
trampoline, free of any obstructions or potential
hazards. There should also be no obstructions
above the trampoline up to a height of 700cm
(7metres) above the jumping mat surface.
The Safe Play Area must be on level ground, free from all structures, landscaping, trees
and branches, rocks, wires, sprinkler heads and other obstacles. Children can be seriously
injured running or colliding into such obstacles.
ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY
PoleAssembly
1. Attach the Upper Support Poles (B) and the Lower Support
Poles which have both been pre-assembled with foam (See
Figure 1). Ensure spring loaded locking pins are aligned with
locking holes and pin locks into position.
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