Premier Equestrian Classic Arena Post Anchor System Manual

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Premier Equestrian is
the official dressage
arena of the USDF
Set-up Instructions for 20x40 meter
Classic Arena Post Anchor System
Please take a moment to read through the entire directions before setting
up your Premier Equestrian Arena. These instructions will guide you step-
by-step through the process of assembly. If you should have any difficulty
or question please call us at 800-611-6109.
INCLUDED IN YOUR SHIPMENT:
42 Rails -
14 secti ns n 40-meter sides
7 secti ns n 20-meter sides
36 Straight Line P sts
4 C rner P sts
2 Gate P sts
42 P st Stakes
40 P st Caps
2 Dec rative Caps
2 Gate Sleeves w/ Screws
PREPARATION
1. Dra or blade the arena surface – as level and smooth as possible.
2. Locate and count all parts – Separate line posts, corner posts, and end posts
3. Deposit rails and cones – Place the pieces around the outside perimeter where the
arena will stand. This is to get the pieces close to where they will be installed.
4. Optional Gate Sleeves – Gate sleeves hold the rail for gate. If you want
to be able to close your entrance gate you will have to attach the gate
sleeves to the end posts.
RAIL, LINE POST,
AND POST CAP
CORNER
POST
GATE
POST
WHAT YOU NEED:
Hammer
40 Meter Tape Measurer
120 Meters f Twine r String
Phillips-Head Screwdriver
MAINTAINING YOUR NEW DRESSAGE ARENA
Your new arena is made from sturdy PVC. This material is V treated for sun and light impact.
Aside from a thorough cleaning from time to time, your arena is basically maintenance free. To
clean your arena use water and a mild detergent with a sponge or soft cloth as abrasives may
scratch the finish. To get out stubborn stains use mineral spirits followed by a water rinse. Go light-
ly when using mineral spirits it can damage the finish.
When arena is set up, rails should be turned over every 2-3 months to prevent sagging. When
moving your arena, be sure to lay flat and not let rails bend while in transit. Arena is safe to leave
out in all weather conditions, however in extreme cold, rails are more susceptible to damage with
any impact.
Storage: Wash sand off rails to prevent scratching. Rails must lie flat on a smooth, flat surface.
Cones should be clean and free of sand and debris before stacking.

1. Find the center point – Assuming you want
your arena centered atop the footing you
will need to find the center point of your
surface. Measure the long side from edge
to edge. Mark the center point. Measure
the short side from edge to edge and
mark the center point. Bring the center
points together to find the center of your
arena (see diagram 1).
2. Locate short side line – From the center
point measure 20 meters toward the short
side; This is where your short side will line
up (see diagram 1).
3. Locate lon side line – From the center
point measure 10 meters toward the long
side; This is where your long side will line
up (see diagram 1).
4. Locate first corner – The point where the two side
lines intersect is the corner of your arena. Insert a
stake at this point, make sure the stake is solidly in
the ground with about 18” exposed. Place a corner
post over this stake. 1” - 2” of the stake should
extend above the post to allow the guide string
room to tie. (see diagram 2)
5. Locate Second Corner, Layout First Lon Side –
From the first corner stake, measure down the long
side to 40 meters. Keep in mind the center point of
the arena to make the line square with the foot-
ing. Insert a stake at this point and place a cor-
ner post over the stake. Tie a string between the
two stakes. This is your first long side.
6. Layout First Short Side – From the second cor-
ner, measure across the short side 20 meters.
se the 3-4-5 formula (see diagram 3) to get the
corner square. Place a stake at this point and
place a corner post onto the stake. Now tie a
string between the two stakes. This is your first
short side.
7. Layout Second Short Side – From the first corner, measure across the short side 20
meters. se the 3-4-5 formula (diagram 3) to get the corner square. Place a stake at
this point and place a corner post onto the stake. Now tie a string between the two
stakes. This is your second short side.
8. Layout Second Lon Side – Tie a string between the two stakes to layout your sec-
ond long side. You may need to adjust one of the short side stakes to get the arena
square.
Now is the time to overview where your dressage arena is located.
If you don t like the positioning make the necessary adjustments.
ARENA ASSEMBLY
1. Build Out the First Lon Side – Place the rail into
the corner post butting up to the stake. Place a
line post on the end of the rail. Place a stake into
the line post just for spacing purposes. (Do not
hammer stake into ground until entire arena is set
in place.) Make sure all rails are tight against the
internal stake for an accurate sized arena. Repeat
these steps until you are at the Second Corner.
NOTE: You may need to adjust the position of the
second corner after building out the first long side. This is normal and is due to the
variations of measuring out the arena. When the arena is set-up correctly the meas-
urement from inside rail to inside rail will be 40 meters on the long side and 20
meters on the short side.
2. Build Out First Short Side – Continue assembly of the post and rail using the method
described above. The guide string between the corner stakes is used to keep the line
straight as you build to the next corner.
3. Build Out Second Lon Side – As above.
4. Build Out Second Short Side and Gate Area – As above. se the end posts for
entrance gate.
5. Hammer In Stakes – Hammer in all stakes till they are flush with the top of the posts.
CA TION: Hitting the PVC post with your hammer may damage the post.
6. Place Caps on Posts – Secure caps
on post tops. se decorative caps
on end posts at entrance gate.
LAYOUT YOUR ARENA
6’
8’
START MEASURE FROM POST
10’
Diagram 3
CORNER POST - TOP VIEW
STRING
CORNER STAKE
Diagram 2
Diagram 1
3’
4’ 5’
10 meters
20 meters
1STSHORT SIDE
1ST LONG SIDE
1ST
CORNER
Diagram 1