GIBBON Slackline INDEPENDENCE KIT CLASSIC User manual

GIBBON MANUAL - ENGLISH
USER GUIDE
INDEPENDENCE KIT
CLASSIC
ENGLISH
This manual contains important safety information. Before using the slackline read this manual
carefully and make sure you understand and agree to all warnings, cautions, instructions, and safety
recommendations. Periodically review the information in this manual and inspect your slackline
regularly for signs of damage. Do not use the slackline unless you accept all risk of injury and/or death
that may result from your use.

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1. WARNING! THE SLACKLINE IS A DANGEROUS PIECE OF EQUIPMENT EVEN WHEN USED PROPERLY:
PARENTS OF MINORS AND MINORS: Minors should not use the slackline unless they are under constant
competent adult supervision. Make sure that the slackline is only installed in areas where minors cannot
access the slackline without such adult supervision. Minors should never use the ratchet or adjust the ten-
sion of the slackline at any time.
The slackline was developed solely for one adult to improve his or her balance by slowly walking across
the slackline over a flat, even and so landing area without any obstacles, people, projections, or hazards
nearby.The slackline must only be used in the manner described in this Manual.
USING A SLACKLINE CAN BE A DANGEROUS ACTIVITYTHATMAYRESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR
DEATH EVENWHEN USED PROPERLY. USE ATYOUR OWN RISK AND ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE.
Make sure that the slackline is fixed only to anchors as described in section 3.1 and 3.2 below. Do NOT aach
the slackline to any anchor point that is too weak to safely anchor and use the slackline or that is not fixed.
For example, do NOT aach the slackline to one or more cars. www.gibbonslacklines.com (USA) and www.
gibbon-slacklines.com (INT) contains additional information.
Make sure that the ground and landing area over which the slackline is suspended is flat, even, and so.You
will be falling onto it!
DO NOT set the slackline at any height above 27 inches / 70 centimeters.
Make sure that there are no obstacles, hazards, people, or projections near the slackline that could injure
you in a fall. Only use the slackline at locations without any hazards and/or dangers.
• Always wear sturdy, tightly laced athletic shoes with flat rubber soles.
• Do NOT walk the slackline barefoot or in sandals or using shoes with lugged soles.
• Keep all spectators at least 3 meters (9 feet) from the slackline.
• Never use the slackline at dusk or night or in wet or icy conditions.
• Do NOT allow more than one person to use the slackline at any time.
• Do NOT exceed 220 pounds (100 kg) in weight on the slackline at any time.
• THIS SLACKLINE IS NOT INTENDED FOR PERFORMING ANY TRICKS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIM-
ITED TO JUMPING, FLIPPING, ETC. RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DEATH INCREASES
• SIGNIFICANTLY WHENTRICKS ARE ATTEMPTED OR PERFORMED.
This slackline is not impervious to damage. THE SLACKLINE MUST BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND IN-
SPECTED BEFORE EVERY USE. FAILURE TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THE SLACKLINE BEFORE EACH
USE MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR DEATH. THE USE OF ANY PARTS NOTPROVIDED BYTHE MANU-
FACTURER ARE NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY DAMAGE THE SLACKLINE, IMPACT PERFORMANCE,
SHORTEN THE LIFESPAN OF THE PRODUCT, AND CAUSE INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
. NATURAL WEAR NOT RELATED TO WARRANTY CLAIMS:
Wear on the loop protection is not taken into warranty consideration – In usage the slackline is confronted
with permanent dynamic stresses. Wear on the loop protection hence does not get considered for war-
ranty claims. Wear on Slackframes do to leaving in the rain as well as wear on coating due to contact with
Slackline is not to be considered for warranty claims but are defined as natural wear of product.
Related to the topic above the wear on the print of the slackline is excluded from warranty claim. Wear on
the Slackline that is caused by incorrect usage like for example when wrapping the slackline around sharp
corners can not be claimed for warranty.The Slackline is a sportsproduct and under usage naturally is con-
fronted with wear.
. WASHING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:
For ideal maintenance we recommend cleaning the ratchet and seal it with standard machine lubricant.
Please rinse entire Slackline with clear freshwater aer usage in saltwater. Before every usage of the
Slackline please check all parts for damage. Please only wash with medium warm clear water. To avoid wear
on Slackframe please make sure that you do not leave them in the rain. Dismantle aer use and store in a
dry environment.
. ADDITIONAL SAFETY REGULATIONS:
The Slackline system is only allowed to be tensioned by hand and by one person only.
The chosen Anchors neither are allowed to have any sharp corners or be in a condition to potentially harm
the slackline.
Is only allowed to be installed with protective flooring underneath.
Is never to be tensioned with other means (such as cars) than the equipment provided inside the set.
Please do not leave the slackline unnaended when derigged. Small children could get tangled up in the
slackline.
The slackline is not allowed to be modified in length by using knots.
1.4 FAILURE TO:
• USE COMMON SENSE,
• USE THE SLACKLINE AS RECOMMENDED IN THIS MANUAL, AND/OR
• HEED THEWARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS INTHIS MANUAL
• SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASESTHE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
• WHEN ASSEMBLED, THE SLACKLINE IS UNDER SIGNIFICANT TENSION WHICH MAY EQUAL OR
EXCEED 1500 lbs (7 kN/700 kg). DUE TO THE HIGH TENSION OF THE SLACKLINE, GREAT CARE
MUST BE EXERCISED WHEN USING THE SLACKLINE TO DECREASE THE RISK OF INJURY AND/
OR DEATH. OVERLOADING THE SLACKLINE WITH MORE THAN 220 POUNDS (100 kg) AND/OR
MORE THAN ONE PERSON INCREASES THE TENSION AND MAY CAUSETHE SLACKLINE AND/OR
RATCHET TO FAIL RESULTING IN INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
Check local laws regarding slacklines to see where and how you may lawfully use the slackline. In some cit-
ies and states slacklining use on public property is illegal, restricted, or banned.
You may see people on TV or on the Internet performing tricks or stunts on a slackline. These are people
who have been practicing for a long time, who are highly skilled, and who accept the risk of all injury and/
or death. DO NOT ATTEMPTTO PERFORM ANYTRICKS ON THIS SLACKLINE UNLESS YOU ACCEPT ALL
RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
THE MANUFACTURER AND RESELLERS OFTHIS SLACKLINE EXPLICITLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL RE-
SPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR ANY DEATH, PARALYSIS, INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO ANY PER-
SON OR PROPERTY THAT MAY OCCUR THAT ARISES OUT OF OR IS IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE
OF THIS PRODUCT.
1.5 WARRANTY:
This product is warranted against any material or manufacturing defect for two (2) years from the pur-
chase date as stated on a valid receipt. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR INCLUDE ANY DAMAGE
OR DEFECT CAUSED BY: NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, MODIFICATIONS OR ALTERATIONS, INCORRECT
STORAGE, POOR MAINTENANCE, AND/OR DAMAGE DUE TO ACCIDENTS, NEGLIGENCE, OR MISUSE
(INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITEDTO ANY USE NOT EXPLICITLY APPROVED INTHIS MANUAL). Be sure to
thoroughly dry the slackline before storing.
Other than as described above, THE MANUFACTURER, SELLERS, AND RESELLERS OF THIS PRODUCT
MAKE NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS AND/ORWARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARD-
ING THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES AS TO MERCHANTABILITY,
QUALITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE MANUFACTURER, SELLERS, AND RESELL-
ERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN ANYWAYWHATSOEVER FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCTLIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF THEY HAVE BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SLACKLINE USER AGREES THAT HIS OR HER FULL
REMEDY AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER, SELLERS, AND RESELLERS FOR ANY LIABILITY, CLAIMS,
OR DAMAGES, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE SLACKLINE, AND IRREVOCABLY
WAIVE ALL CLAIMS FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGESTHATSUCH SLACKLINE USER MAY HAVE.

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2. FURTHER WARNINGS:
ATTENTION! Do not use any other parts or materials to install the slackline or in connection with the use of
the slackline other than the parts and materials provided by Gibbon Slacklines.
USE OF THE RATCHET IS DANGEROUS AND MAY LEAD TO INJURY AND/OR DEATH. THE RATCHET
MUSTNEVER BE USED BYMINORS AND EXTREME CARE AND CAUTION MUSTBETAKEN WHEN USED
BY ADULTS. THE SLACKLINE STRAP MUST NOT EXCEED TWO AND A HALF ROTATIONS AROUND THE
AXLE OF THE RATCHET. (See subsection 3.4 below.)
The tension on the lever of the ratchet must not exceed 85 pounds (approx. 378N/38.5kg) to prevent sei-
zure and/or failure of the slackline system resulting in serious injury and/or death. NEVER USE YOUR
LEGS OR ANY DEVICE OR BODY PARTOTHER THAN YOUR HANDSTO OPERATE THE RATCHET.
This slackline must not be aached or assembled between vehicles (e.g., cars or trucks) for various rea-
sons, including because the tension can easily exceed the safety limit of 85 pounds (approx. 378N/38.5kg).
This slackline must not be assembled or used at any height above 18 inches (50 cm).
Slacklining is a beautiful sport, but its dangers, including serious injury and/or death, are significant and
must never be underestimated!
Set contains: (as seen in image A)
A) The ratchet with looped ratchet band
A* Optionally - short ratchet band for retrofiing -
needed: 2 spanners in size 19
B) The webbing: 2” (5cm) wide with looped end
C) 2 x slack-frames with three height options
D) 2 x ground screws for anchoring the system
A: main metal structure
B: metal legs/structure
C: plastic caps / feet
E: washers
F: nuts
G:screw bolts
H: wrenches
I: flag banners and wire
J: foam padding
K: elastic cords & plastic stoppers
M: screw bolt
Not included: (as seen in image B)
E) turning pole
Please use a strong and sturdy metal pole
or a strong wooden pole for turning the
ground screws into the ground.
3. ASSEMBLY:
The Gibbon Slackline is designed for quick and easy assembly if you follow the directions in this manual.
The slackline consists of the following components:
3.1 ASSEMBLY OF SLACKFRAMES:
As a first step, assemble both Slackframes. Each Slackframe contains the following parts:
3.2 INSERTING THE CABLE INTO THE FLAG BANNERS
3.3 CONNECTING THE METAL STRUCTURE
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A
B
C
D
E
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M
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K
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F
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B
F H
HA
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FH HA
E
Thread the cable through the loops at the
boom end of the flag banners. As the
Banners are asymetrical please make sure
that the steeper angled sides of the flag ban-
ners face each other. The steeper side has to
face part (A).
Connect the cable ends by screwing it
together using screw (M) with nut (F). Use
wrenches (H) to tighten screw and nut tightly.
Make sure that the connecting wire ends are
in line.
Connect the metal structures (A) and (B) to-
gether as illustrated with structure (B) facing
outwards. Use wrenches (H) to tighten screw
and nut tightly.
Repeat this step on the other side of part (A)
with the second structure (B).
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B
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4. SETTING UP THE INDEPENDENCE KIT CLASSIC
Start by looking for a suitable place for turning the ground screws into the ground.Take into account that the
anchor needs always at least twice the distance to the Slackframe in relation to the desired setup height.
Example A: 10m (32) setup at 70cm (2.3) height needs an additional 2x 140cm (2x 5) added for defining
the distance of the ground screws.
=> Total distance from anchor to anchor: 12,8m (42) with the long ratchet strap!
It is also possible to set up the system at shorter distances and lower setup heights.
Example B: 4m (12) distance at 30cm (1) setup height: 4m (2x60cm) = minimum distance between anchor
points: at least 5,2m (16). It is also possible to readjust the setup length by simply shortening the distnace
between the Slackframe allowing you to adjust the distance while the system is installed.
3.4 CONNECT FLAG AND CABLE WITH METAL STRUCTURE
Use the groves on the boom side of the metal
structure to aach the cable. Make sure that the
flag banners connected to the wire are always
between part (A) and (B) of the metal structure.
Again make sure that the steep side of the flag
banners on either side are facing part (A).
Use the plastic caps to close all 8 open ends of the
metal structure. At the boom make sure that the
groove on the plastic caps are following the direc-
tion of the cable as illustrated.
Thread the elastic cord through the eyeled at the
top end of the flag banner. Loop around the metal
structure and thread both ends of the elastic cord
through the plastic stopper.
Position the looped elastic cord between the ends
of part (A) and (B) and use the plastic stopper to
tension the banner.
Repeat this procedure on the other side with the
other flag banner.
Aach the foam padding on the top of the struc-
ture by threading the velcro straps around the bot-
tom intersection of part (A) and (B) and connect
the velcro strap under high tension.
3.5 ATTACHING THE PLASTIC CAPS (C)
3.6 TENSIONING THE FLAG BANNER WITH ELASTIC CORD (K)
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4.1 FIXING THE GROUND SCREWS AS
ANCHORS:
Position the ground screw vertically into the
ground and start applying pressure on the
ground screw while turning clockwise by using
a sturdy wooden or metal bar (not included)
threaded through the loop of the screw (see
image 1).
Once the ground screw is digging into the
groundadjust the angleofthescrewto around
20° pointing towards the other anchor point
and turn the screw into the ground until only
the loop sticks out (image 3).
Repeat the procedures illustarted in image
1 & 2 with the other ground screw for the
second anchor.
In case there is only one ground anchor
necessary due to one tree or pole, please read
the instruction manual included for seing up
GIBBON Slackline Sets.
4.2 ATTACHING THE RATCHET WITH
LOOPED RATCHET BAND TO THE GROUND
SCREW:
Once the ground screws are installed girth
hitch the ratchet system through the loop of
the ground screw as shown on image 3.
IMPORTANT! Make sure that the ratchet
faces up!
4.3 ATTACHING THE SLACKLINE WEBBING
TO THE SECOND GROUND SCREW:
Repeat the procedure before by girth hitching
the slackline webbing on the second installed
ground screw (image 4).
IMPORTANT! Install the ground screws
BEFORE you girth hitch ratchet with looped
ratchet band and slackline to the ground.
screws.
4.4 ADDING THE SLACKFRAMES
Position the slackframes facing each other
and start threading the slackline through the
desired slot to achieve the
desired setup height (image 5).
IMPORTANT! Make sure that the ratchet is
placed between the ground screw and the
slackframe, so that the ratchet is outside the
area of usage (also see image 10).
4.5 TENSIONING THE SLACKLINE
Thread the slackline through the slot of the
ratchet facing up (image 6) and pull through
the excess webbing till there is as much
tension on the line that is possible by hand
(image 7).
Release lever “A” of the ratchet and open up
the ratchet lever handle for tensioning.
Hold excess webbing and line firmly together
to avoid the pre tension from releasing
(image 8).
Start tensioning the slackline by moving the
ratchet lever forth and back. (image 8)
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IMPORTANT! The slackline must not exceed
two and a half rotations around the axle of the
ratchet. The tension on the lever of the ratch-
et must NEVER exceed 85 pounds (approx
378N/38.5kg) to prevent seizure and/or failure
of the system that may result in serious injury
and/or death.
As soon as the band reaches the desired ten-
sion, check the ratchet to ensure that the bolt
(“G” in Image 9a & 9b) rests neatly in the cog-
ging (“H” in Image 9a & 9b) and bring the lever
back up to a horizontal position parallel to the
band (“I” in Image 9b).
DO NOT USE THE SLACKLINE IF THE RATCH-
ET IS NOT FULLY SECURED AND LOCKED
(UNLOCKED: Image 9a; LOCKED: Image 9b)!
Tip: The closed lever (“I” in Image 9b) is a good
indicator that the bolt rests in the cogging and
that the ratchet is secured and locked.
You may adjust the tension of the band accord-
ing to your personal preference, so long as the
tension does not exceed 85 pounds
(378N/38.5 kg).
IMPORTANT! BE AWARE THAT DEPENDING ON THE GROUND AND SOIL THE GROUND SCREW
WILL MOVE TILL IT LOCKS INTO POSITION. SO DETENSIONING AND RETENSIONING AFTER FIRST
TENSIONING MIGHT BE NECESSARY TO ACHIEVE THE DESIRED SETUP. STORE THE PARTS (EX-
CEPT GROUND SCREWS) IN A DRY ENVIRONMENTAFTER USE TO AVOID NATURAL WEAR.
ENJOY YOUR SLACKLINE!
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. WALKING THE SLACKLINE:
Tips: Look at the anchor point of the band in
front of you for balance. Move your arms to
correct imbalances. Keep your knees bent.
IMPORTANT: For safety reasons there should
never be more than one person on the
slackline! NEVER RUN on the slackline!
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6. DISMANTLING THE SLACKLINE
To release the ratchet pull the safety lever (“A”
in Image 12) to unlatch the ratchet and open
the main lever (“B“ in Image 12) until the safety
lever detaches from the cogwheel (“C” in Im-
age 12) and the band is released.
IMPORTANT! The band is under tension and
injury and/or death may occur if not carefully
dismantled. Make sure the rachet is open fully
before releasing the band (Image 12).
Once the band is released, detach the band
from the ratchet (Image 13). Inspect the band
for abrasions and damage, make sure the
webbing is clean and dry and and store in a dry
place. Remove and store both ratchets and
tree protectors.
B
A
C
B
IMPORTANT! STORE THE PARTS (EXCEPT
GROUND SCREWS) IN A DRY ENVIRONMENT
AFTER USE TO AVOID NATURAL WEAR.
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Dieses Handbuch enthält wichtige Sicherheitsinformationen. Lesen sie bie das Handbuch vor der
Verwendung dieses Produktes sorgfältig durch und stellen sie sicher, dass sie alles verstehen und
allen Warnungen, Instruktionen, und Sicherheitsempfehlungen zustimmen. Lesen sie regelmäßig die
Information in diesem Handbuch nach. Untersuchen sie ihre Slackline regelmäßig auf Anzeichen von
Schäden. Verwenden sie die Slackline nicht wenn sie nicht die ganze Gefahr von Verletzungen und/
oder der möglichen Konsequenzen akzeptieren, die sich aus ihrem Gebrauch ergeben kann.