Brunswick Lane Shield Installation guide

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© Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp. 2005. All rights reserved.
Lane Shield
Care Instructions
June 2005 61-900023-000
Introduction
Brunswick LaneShield is a specially designed and formulated, high impact, polymer plastic. Teflon has been
blended into the polymer to give LaneShield a durable, long lasting, and consistent, bowling surface.
Note: For optimum performance of your LaneShield product, it is important to maintain steady temperature
and humidity levels within your bowling center after LaneShield has been installed. The recommended
humidity is 45% ±5%. The recommended temperature is 75°F ±5°F. Failure to maintain these
recommended temperature and humidity levels will cause LaneShield to expand and contract, which may
cause "waving" of the LaneShield.
Conditioners and Cleaners
Use only bowling industry approved products for LaneShield. Other oils, lubricants, and cleaning supplies may
damage LaneShield and void your warranty.
Always follow the directions supplied by the manufacturer of all conditioners and cleaners. If there is any question
as to whether or not a new lane maintenance product can be used, contact your Brunswick Product Specialist.
Cleaning Materials to be Avoided
Solvents or solvent based cleaners, (such as pinsetter cleaners, toulene, xylene, etc.), should never be used on
LaneShield. Solvent based materials will cause damage to LaneShield, such as blistering.
Other Conditions to Avoid
Do not roll any carts with heavy loads, such as those used for pinsetter installation, down lanes with LaneShield in
place. Damage to LaneShield could result.
Bleachers for tournaments or other similar, temporary structures should not be built or placed on LaneShield.
Damage to LaneShield could result.
Use proper mats and carpets to avoid abrasive particles from being tracked onto approach or lane.
Bowling Ball Maintenance Program
A good maintenance program to keep house balls repaired, (all holes should have beveled edges and sharp edges/
cracks should be filled with ball plug) will reduce potential abrasion and/or damage to LaneShield.
Maintenance Procedure
1. If your lane machine causes any movement of the LaneShield, pushing trapped air ahead of the lane
machine, it will be necessary to use a towel bar, wrapped in a clean, terry cloth towel, and push the
LaneShield flat, starting at the foul line and pushing to the end of the pin deck.

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NOTE: It is imperative that the lane machine in the Bowling Center be in good working order before using
it on LaneShield. All maintenance must be up to date on the machine and recorded. Any issues with
LaneShield caused by improperly maintained equipment will Not be covered by warranty. If you need
assistance with your Brunswick Lane Machine maintenance, please call 1-800-323-8141.
2. After applying LaneShield it is not uncommon to see small ripples. These ripples are the result of the
packaging of LaneShield in a roll. It generally takes a few days for LaneShield to “relax” to a completely
flat surface. It will be necessary to use a towel bar, wrapped in a clean, terry cloth towel, and push the
LaneShield flat, starting at the foul line and pushing to the end of the pin deck for the first few days until
the LaneShield is completely “relaxed”.
3. Shifting of LaneShield from side to side may occur. The shifting may be between 1/16” up to 3/16”. The
shifting may be caused by loose lanes or lane expansion during changes in the humidity level in the
center. It is recommended that a block of wood with a 1/8” groove on the edge be used to “tap” the
LaneShield back into place. Simply insert the area of LaneShield that has shifted into the groove in the
block of wood. Tap with a hammer until the LaneShield has shifted to its proper position. After this is
completed, It will be necessary to use a towel bar, wrapped in a clean, terry cloth towel, and push the
LaneShield flat, starting at the foul line and pushing to the end of the pin deck.
4. Apply double sided tape to the pin deck in two places, one between the 7 and 8 pin spots and one
between the 9 and 10 pin spots. Tape should be assembled and applied per the following procedure to
allow LaneShield expansion movement lengthwise on the lane (without rippling) and to prevent side to
side to side movement of the LaneShield.
a. Leaving the backer paper on, cut two pieces of double sided tape approximately 8" (20 cm) long.
b. Overlapping the tape approximately 2" (5 cm), bond the adhesive sides of the tape together and
crease the tape at the midpoint of where the tape overlaps. Refer to Figure 1.
Figure 1

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c. Thoroughly clean the top and back edge of the pin deck prior to applying the two pieces of tape.
Apply the tape to the pin deck, crease on the edge, so the backing of the tape is in contact with the
top of the pin deck, overlapping approximately 1" (2.5 cm) over the back edge, with the adhesive side
facing up. Refer to Figure 2.
Figure 2
d. Make sure the double sided tape is securely attached to the back edge of the pin deck and that there
is a good bond between the tape and the LaneShield.
5. If moisture has wicked underneath the LaneShield, it may be removed by wrapping a clean towel around
a 12 inch ruler, and carefully inserting it between the lane and the LaneShield, wiping the area dry. After
this is completed, It will be necessary to use a towel bar, wrapped in a clean, terry cloth towel, and push
the LaneShield flat, starting at the foul line and pushing to the end of the pin deck.
NOTE: After removing any moisture from between the lane and the LaneShield, carefully inspect the
position of the LaneShield, relative to the lane in that area. If a shelf is apparent, (edge of lane not
covered by LaneShield), use a block plane and carefully bevel the edge of the lane. Refer to Figure 3.
Figure 3
6. If oil is not applied to the first 6 to 12 inches after the foul line, ball scuff marks may appear. It is
recommended that you clean the un-oiled surface near the foul line, using a clean, nonabrasive pad to
remove the ball marks. Over time, this may cause LaneShield to look dull. To bring back glossy
appearance, use a clean cloth with a small amount of conditioner and wipe over the dull area.

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7. Any loose boards or damage to the wooden lane under LaneShield can be repaired by rolling LaneShield
from the pin deck end (in a diameter of less than 12”) to uncover the damaged area. After the damaged
lane is repaired, unroll LaneShield back onto the lane. Use a towel bar wrapped in a clean, terry cloth
towel, and push the LaneShield flat, starting at the foul line and pushing to the end of the pin deck.
Contact a bowling lane resurfacer for any questions on proper repair of the wooden lane.
8. If the LaneShield in the pin deck area becomes worn, it may be replaced. The following is the
recommended procedure for replacing LaneShield in the pin deck area.
a. Using a straight edge and trim tool, score the LaneShield at the front edge of the pin deck and
remove.
b. Cut two pieces of Guardian (7 mil, clear). One piece should be 42 inches (1.07 m) long by 4 to 6
inches (102 mm to 152 mm) wide, and the other piece should be 42 inches (1.07 m) long by 2 to 3
inches (51 mm to 76 mm) wide.
c. Cut a piece of LaneShield that will overlap the pin deck. Make sure that one edge has been cut
straight for splicing (at a 90 degree angle to the outside edges).
d. Remove the backing paper from the wider of the two, recently cut, Guardian pieces. Apply, adhesive
side up, to the back of the existing LaneShield, so that half of the width is still exposed.
e. Butt the newly cut piece of LaneShield to the existing LaneShield and join together, making sure that
the joint is as tight as possible. Then press the LaneShield firmly against the adhesive.
f. Remove the backing paper from the remaining, narrower piece of Guardian, and apply, adhesive side
down, centered on the joint, over the entire width of the lane.
g. Trim as required. Refer to Figure 4.
NOTE: Make sure that any unsupported areas of the LaneShield, are trimmed away.
Figure 4
WARRANTY NOTE: Damage to LaneShield such as scratches from abrasion, creases from sharp edges/
cracks in balls, or dents caused by lanes with voids, soft wood, or otherwise unsound support; due to
improper maintenance or preparation/installation is not covered under warranty.