EVERLAST CLIMBING Tyke Tower User manual

Everlast Climbing Industries’
Climbing Wall Safety, Care and
Maintenance Manual
Assembly Instructions
for Tyke Tower™
EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES P. 800.476.7366 F. 651.665.9131 WWW.TRAVERSEWALL.COM

EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES P. 800.476.7366 F. 651.665.9131 WWW.TRAVERSEWALL.COM
Table of Contents
Tyke Tower™ Safety, Care and Maintenance Instructions
Products protected by US Patent #7056266
Climbing Wall Care and Maintenance Instructions
Notification Letter/Permission to Participate
Tyke Tower™ Rules and Supervisor Guidelines
Warnings
Assembly & Installation Instructions
Tyke Tower™ Assembly Instructions
Groperz™ Hand Holds
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The following products are protected by
US PATENT #7056266
Magna® Wall
Magna® Wall Package
Magna® Relief-Feature™ Wall
Dry-Erase Wall™
Discovery Wall™
** Copyright © 2009. All Rights Reserved. **
All materials contained herein may be used and reproduced only by the climbing wall pur-
chaser. You may not distribute, copy or otherwise reproduce any of the materials for use
elsewhere or distribute, copy or otherwise reproduce for sale or commercial use.

Climbing Wall Care and Maintenance Instructions
** Please read carefully before assembling and using products **
The proper care and maintenance of your climbing wall is essential and is your responsibil-
ity. Inspect your climbing wall, it’s components and protective surfacing on a regular basis.
These inspections should include, but are not limited to, the lists that follow.
Indoor Climbing Walls
Surface
Panels should be installed according to Installation Instructions.
Check panels to make sure they are in good condition and show no signs of stress.
Check each panel’s adherence to the wall/mounting posts. Tighten only when
they are loose. Do not over tighten!
Check for sharp points and edges.
Remove or repair any damaged wall areas.
Hand Holds
Hand Holds should be mounted according to the Installation Instructions.
Observe holds for signs of stress or breakage.
Remove and replace any damaged holds.
Check hand holds for looseness and tighten. Do not over tighten!
Wash holds periodically to remove oils, stains and other residue. Use mild soap
and water with a soft bristle brush. Do not use a wire or brass bristle brush. You
can wash holds in a dishwasher. Towel dry washed holds and then air dry for 24
hours to ensure complete drying.
Inspect climbing routes for unsafe maneuvers. Make sure all routes are reviewed
carefully before they are climbed.
Mats
Mats should be used for traverse climbing activities only.
Mats are not to be used as tumbling, crash, or landing mats.
Inspect mats for damage and proper positioning before use.
Check mats for tears, soft spots, separation of foam and fatigue (failure to perform
adequately).
Remove defective mats immediately and adjust activity accordingly.
Mats should extend 6’ from all climbing surfaces, including ends.
Never place objects on mats while people are climbing.
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Outdoor Climbing Walls
Surface
Panels should be installed according to Installation Instructions.
Never use climbing wall when it is wet.
Check panels to make sure they are in good condition and show no signs of stress.
Check each panel’s adherence to the wall/mounting posts. Tighten only when
they are loose. Do not over tighten!
Check for sharp points or edges.
Remove or repair any damaged wall areas.
Hand Holds
Hand Holds should be mounted according to the Installation Instructions.
Observe holds for signs of stress or breakage.
Remove and replace any damaged holds.
Check hand holds for looseness and tighten. Do not over tighten!
Wash holds periodically to remove oils, stains and other residue. Use mild soap
and water with a soft bristle brush. Do not use a wire or brass bristle brush. You
can wash holds in a dishwasher. Towel dry washed holds and then air dry for 24
hours to ensure complete drying.
Inspect climbing routes for unsafe maneuvers. Make sure all routes are reviewed
carefully before they are climbed.
Protective Surfacing
Follow ASTM Standard F-1292.
Check landing surface. Rake and replenish as necessary.
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We recommend that you send home a notification letter and receive permission for students
to participate prior to use of your Tyke Tower™. Below is a sample for you to modify to suit
your needs. (Contact us at 800.476.7366 for a Spanish version of this letter).
NOTIFICATION LETTER/PERMISSION TO PARTICIPATE
Dear Parents or Guardians,
Beginning on _____________ (date), your child has the opportunity to participate in
climbing activities on our Tyke Tower™
We are using a traverse climbing wall to host many exciting activities. At its highest
point, the wall measures five feet and is approximately 16’ feet around. Partici-
pants climb horizontally (traverse) across the tower and their feet should never be
higher than two feet off the ground. Your child will be informed of safety rules
and will climb under the careful supervision of an adult instructor at all times.
Indoor rock climbing is one of the fastest growing activities today. It simultaneously
develops coordination, strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Additionally,
important life skills like problem-solving, goal-setting, perseverance, inner confidence
and patience will be learned in this unit.
In order for your child to participate in activities on our Tyke Tower™, I must have
a signed permission slip by ___________ (date). Should you have any questions
regarding this exciting educational opportunity, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
Copyright © 2004. All Rights Reserved.
PERMISSION TO PARTICIPATE
______________________ (student name) has my permission to participate in the
Tyke Tower activities at __________________ (school/center name). I understand
that these activities involve some risk of injury and I will stress the importance of
following the class safety rules when we discuss this activity at home.
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(Date)
(Signature of parent/guardian)
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Tyke Tower™ Rules and Supervisor Guidelines
Before Climb:
Adult supervision is required.
6’ safety mats must be in place.
Remove all jewelry.
During Climb:
Climb safely! Only one child per side at one time.
No climbing around, over or under another child.
No climbing over or into the Tyke Tower.
Have fun!
After Climb:
Step down from the wall - no jumping.
Step away from the mat.
Supervisor Guidelines:
Climbers should be supervised at all times.
Climbers should be traveling horizontally around the Tyke Tower, not over or into it.
Regularly inspect wall, its components and protective surfacing to ensure they are
in good condition.
Follow the procedures outlined in the Safety, Care & Maintenance manual.
Prevent unauthorized climbing with an Access Prevention Plan.
NOTE: an 18’ x 18’ use zone is recommended.
PLEASE POST IN VISIBLE AREA
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Copyright © 2004. All Rights Reserved. 6.
Climbing Wall Warning
!WARNING!
The proper care and ongoing maintenance of your climbing wall, components,
and mats is essential and is your responsibility. Please refer to the Climbing Wall
Safety, Care and Maintenance Instructions for further assistance.
Everlast Climbing Industries Mendota Heights, MN 55120 www.traversewall.com
Mat Warning
This is a general-purpose mat for traverse-type climbing activities only. It is NOT to
be used as a tumbling, crash, or landing mat. No mat can completely eliminate the
possibility of injury. Because of the nature of the sport of climbing, the possibility of
injury is inherent. This equipment is intended for use only by properly trained and
qualified participants under supervised conditions. Any activities involving motion
or height create the POSSIBILITY OF SERIOUS INJURY, including permanent paralysis
and even death from landing or falling on the head or neck. This mat CANNOT and
DOES NOT eliminate this hazard entirely. Inspect for damage and proper positioning
before each use.
The proper care and ongoing maintenance of your climbing wall, components, and
mats is essential and is your responsibility. Please refer to the Climbing Wall Safety,
Care and Maintenance Instructions for further assistance.
Warning
Some of Everlast Climbing Industries’ products contain latex. Please contact us at
1.800.476.7366 with further questions.

EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES, INC.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: TYKE TOWER™
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WARNING
THE PROPER CARE AND ONGOING MAINTENANCE OF YOUR CLIMBING WALL IS
ESSENTIAL AND IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. PLEASE REFER TO THE
SAFETY, CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
MANUFACTURED BY: EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES, INC 800.476.7366 4/23/09
GETTING STARTED:
First, get to know the camlock fasteners. Facing the back of the panel, insert the
T-Handle wrench into the camlocks located at the top, bottom and middle of the panels.
As you turn the T-Handle wrench counter-clockwise the camlock’s hook will reach into
the adjacent panel, grab the pin located in the opposite slot, and pull the panels together.
Turn the camlock until it cannot turn any further.
Reverse the camlock, making sure you turn it clockwise until it cannot turn any further.
The camlocks have a spring mechanism that must be reset by turning them fully back to
their starting position. A reset camlock will have its groove seated on the cross-brace
located on the inside of the panel edge.
Identify the top and bottom of the panels. If you are facing the back of the panel, all
of the camlock fasteners will be located on the bottoms of their slots, the tongue will be
located on your left, and any corner posts will be located on your right.
MATERIALS INCLUDED:
Tyke Tower™ Panels
5/16” T-Handle Allen Wrench
Mats
Camlock Fastener
(Tongue)
Camlock Fastener
(Groove)
Top
Bottom
Corner
Back of panel
Camlock
Fastener
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EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES, INC.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: TYKE TOWER™
!
WARNING
THE PROPER CARE AND ONGOING MAINTENANCE OF YOUR CLIMBING WALL IS
ESSENTIAL AND IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. PLEASE REFER TO THE
SAFETY, CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
MANUFACTURED BY: EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES, INC 800.476.7366 4/23/09
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
(Please read all instructions thoroughly before starting to install)
1). Begin by joining two sides of the Tyke Tower™. Push the tongue side
of one panel into the groove side of another. Lock the panels together
using the 5/16” T-handle wrench to lock the camlock fasteners.
2). Repeat step #1 for the remainder of the panels.
3). Lay the mats around the Tyke Tower™ as shown in Figure 1.
FIGURE 1
TYKE TOWER™
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