Rave Sports EZ Set Ice Rink 200 User manual

EZ Set Ice Rink- 200 & 400
Owner’s Manual
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Copyright © 2017
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MN 55121. 800.659.079

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Table of Contents
Component parts…………..………………..………………...……...1
Warnings…………………………………………………………..…..2
Placement and Setup….……………………………………...…......4
First Ice………………………………………...………………………8
Resurfacing & Removal……………...…………………………..…10
Cleaning and maintenance……………………….………….……..11
PARTS
The RAVE EZ Set Ice Rink 200 includes:
• (1) 10 ft x 20ft Ice Rink Liner
• (4) Corner Screw Stakes
• (12) Pivoting Side Support Brackets
• Self Adhesive Repair Patches
RECOMMENDED NUMBER OF USERS: 2
RECOMMENDED AGES: 4-12
The RAVE EZ Set Ice Rink 400 includes:
• (1) 16ft x 25ft Ice Rink Liner
• (4) Corner Screw Stakes
• (18) Pivoting Side Support Brackets
• Self Adhesive Repair Patches
RECOMMENDED NUMBER OF USERS: 4
RECOMMENDED AGES: 4-12

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WARNING: Read these materials prior to assembling
and using your RAVE Sports product. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
• Set up and supervision must be done by a mature and
knowledgeable adult
• Ensure proper set up prior to use
• Instruct children on proper use of this product
RAVE Sports products are manufactured from the highest
quality materials available and have been individually tested
at the factory.
Read the instructions and warnings printed in this manual for
proper and safe use.
Keep away from fire and other heat sources.
This unit is intended for domestic family use only and not for
use in public areas or as a rental.
DO NOT allow anyone to use the product until it is fully
assembled and adequate ice thickness has been obtained.
IMPORTANT: Skates and edges of ice can be sharp
and may easily cut the liner after setup. RAVE does
not warrant against cuts or punctures to the liner or
bottom sheet. Use repair patch to repair if damaged.

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W A R N I N G
• THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY FOR USE ON SNOW / LAND AND OUTDOORS. DO
NOT USE ON WATER OR ICE-COVERED PONDS, LAKES, RIVERS OR POOLS.
• ALWAYS INSPECT ICE FOR THICKNESS BEFORE USE, AND DO NOT USE IF
REPAIR IS NEEDED OR UNSAFE CONDITIONS SUCH AS CRACKS,
IRREGULARITIES, OR THIN ICE IS EVIDENT.
• ALWAYS SET UP THIS PRODUCT IN AN OPEN SPACE. NEVER SET UP THE
PRODUCT NEAR A TREE, STAIRCASE, FENCES, WALLS OR OTHER
OBSTRUCTIONS WHICH COULD HURT USERS OF THIS PRODUCT OR
DAMAGE THE PRODUCT. ALWAYS KEEP A MINIMUM OF 6 FEET (183 CM)
DISTANCE FROM ALL OTHER OBJECTS.
• THE ICY SURFACE OF THIS PRODUCT WILL BE SLIPPERY. ALWAYS STAY
IN CONTROL AND DO NOT ALLOW ROUGH PLAY WHILE USING THE ICE
RINK.
• DO NOT USE WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.
• DO NOT USE NEAR FIRE.
• DO NOT COVER THIS PRODUCT WITH SNOW OR ALLOW SNOW TO COVER
OR HIDE THE ICY SURFACE.
• AS WITH ANY SPORT, RECKLESS USE OF EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. BE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITIES OF
INJURY AND ONLY USE IF YOU ARE WILLING TO ACCEPT THE RISKS.
• USE AND PARTICIPATION OF THIS SPORT INVOLVES INHERENT RISKS OF
INJURY OR DEATH. PROTECTIVE HEAD GEAR IS RECOMMENDED.
• IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER OF THE PRODUCT TO MAKE
SURE SUBSEQUENT USERS ARE INSTRUCTED IN THE SAFE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT.
• WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF
PROTECTION IN ALL EQUIPMENT, WE CANNOT GUARANTEE FREEDOM
FROM INJURY. THE USER ASSUMES ALL RISK OF INJURY DUE TO USE.
ALL MERCHANDISE IS SOLD ON THIS CONDITION, WHICH NO
REPRESENTATIVE OF THE COMPANY CAN WAIVE OR CHANGE.
• IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ OWNERS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
USE AND MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS BEFORE USE.
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Placement
Consider the following when choosing where to set up and
place your RAVE EZ Set Ice Rink:
• Site suitability: Place your unit on the most level area
possible free from any sharp objects or rocks. Slope should
be less than 2 inches over 10 feet. Place your unit a
minimum of 6 feet away from any trees, rocks, or other
structures.
• Position: As much as possible, orient the rink so the shortest
dimension is running down the slope of the ground and the
longest dimension is running across (perpendicular) to the
slope.

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• Convenience: Place your unit where it can be easily
supervised.
• Water source: Place your unit where you can easily fill and
resurface your EZ Set Ice Rink with tap or well water.
NOTE: When using a hose in cold weather do not leave it
outside after use. Water left inside the hose will freeze and
cause damage.
Setup
1. Once you have determined a suitable area for the ice rink,
prepare the ground before spreading out the liner.
If no snow on ground- Cut the grass as short as possible
in this area.
If snow on the ground- Tamp down the snow so it is as
level and firm as possible. Add snow to low areas, if
needed.

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Having a firm, level ground will provide more even flow
and distribution of water across the liner and ultimately a
more consistent thickness of ice throughout the rink.
2. Carefully spread out the liner on the ground.
3. Stake your first corner into the ground with a Corner Screw
Stake, by inserting the Screw Stake into the sleeve pocket
on the corner of the liner. Stake your second corner at the
far end of a long side. Before inserting stake into the ground,
pull the ice rink liner taught. Proceed to stake the remaining
corners, remembering to pull the liner taught each time
before screwing the stake into the ground.
4. Clip the pivoting side support brackets in the punched holes
around the perimeter of the liner.

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NOTE: Bracket must be on the outside of liner wall as shown
below. Brackets may feel loose until there is a certain
amount of water weight pressing down onto the base of the
bracket
5. Adjust brackets periodically as you are icing the rink to
ensure they are standing vertical and the liner is tight into the
corners of the brackets.
6. If available, pack snow on the outside of liners to help
reinforce the walls.

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FIRST ICE
The optimum temperature for freezing your rink is 20 to 30° F
(-6 to -1°C).
Begin filling with water, but DO NOT FILL IT ENTIRELY AT
ONCE. Add water in increments, as smooth ice is created by
freezing many thin layers (less than ¼ inch at a time).
Attempting to create thick ice at once will result in trapped air
bubbles and a bumpy surface.
Your ice rink will start to freeze fairly quickly, but it may be
several days before it is thick enough to use depending upon
weather conditions and the number of layers needed to get ice
to a sufficient thickness across the entire span of the rink area.
Be patient with your ice, trying to ice your rink too quickly
will result in an uneven ice surface.
TESTING ICE FOR USE
Normally, the ice will need to be at least 3 to 4 inches thick to
prevent cracking. Wearing normal shoes carefully put your
weight onto the ice and walk around. If you do not hear
cracking, it is ready to use. 3 to 4 inches of ice will give you a
solid base to handle uncertain winter thaws.
NOTE: Do not allow anything but water to rest on the surface
of the ice. Items left on the ice will sink down into the ice and

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create a dangerous and immovable obstacle. Remove any
leaves or other debris prior to use or resurfacing.
When you have achieved skate-ready ice, remove the 4 Corner
Screw Stakes, and unclip and fold down all Pivoting Side
Support Brackets.
These brackets can be
left in place and then
tipped back up to
support the liner when
you want resurface
your rink.
NOTE: Removal of the Corner Screw Stakes will not decrease
stability of the ice surface.

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RESURFACING
Adding more water to the surface of your RAVE EZ Set Ice
Rink and allowing it to freeze will refresh the ice surface
smoothly. It is recommended that you avoid resurfacing your
ice until late in the afternoon or at night after you are done
skating for the day. When resurfacing you should evenly
spread a shallow layer of water across the entire rink area to
maintain a level, smooth skating surface. Consistently
resurfacing your ice will give you a harder top layer of ice that
will be less prone to cracking.
To remove minor cracks in the ice: Scrape enough ice shavings
with your skate or grab snow if available and pack it in the
crack tightly and wet it down. Use a puck, smooth over the ice
surface until smooth and level with the rest of the ice surface.
REMOVING YOUR ICE RINK
Allow ice to thaw completely with spring thaws. Tip down the
side of the liner in the lowest point of the ground slope and let
the water run off the liner.
1. Completely dry all parts of the unit.
2. Clean and store following instruction on page 11.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Clean your RAVE EZ Set Ice Rink with mild soap and fresh
water; never use strong detergents or petroleum-based
products. Also never use high pressure cleaning equipment
such as a “pressure washer”. This will quickly result in damage
to your product.
Completely dry unit. Wipe the product off with a terry cloth
towel and allow product to dry completely. Ensure that the
rink is clean and dry, then store in a safe place until next use.
Maintenance is essential to increase the life of your product.
Please follow all maintenance, cleaning and repairs according
to this manual. If you are unsure please contact your local
dealer or RAVE Sports directly.
During Use
RAVE Sports recommends that you occasionally scrape the
surface of the ice with a plastic snow shovel (metal shovels do not
work as well) to remove snow, ice chips, and other items as
needed. Resurface immediately after scraping. Keeping your
surface clean and smooth will minimize accidents and increase
the enjoyment of the product.
Self adhesive patches are included with the EZ Set Ice Rink and
can be used to patch small cuts or holes in the product. Clean
area thoroughly in the area to be patched. Dry completely before
applying patch.

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June 2017