Slackline Industries SLACKSTAND User manual

SLACKLINE INDUSTRIES SLACKSTAND MANUAL-ENGLISH
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. BEFORE USING THE SLACKSTAND,
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 EXCESS WEAR OR DAMAGE. DO NOT USE THE SLACKSTAND UNLESS
YOU ACCEPT ALL RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DEATH THAT MAY RESULT FROM YOUR USE.
MANUAL
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ESPAÑOL
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SLACKSTAND

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1. WARNING! THE SLACKSTAND CAN BE A DANGEROUS PIECE OF EQUIPMENT EVEN WHEN
USED PROPERLY.
PARENTS OF MINORS AND MINORS: Minors should not use the Slackstand unless they are under
constant competent adult supervision. Make sure that the Slackstand is only installed in areas where
minors cannot access the slackline without such adult supervision. Minors should never use the
ratchet or adjust the tension of the slackline on the Slackstand at any time.
The Slackstand was developed solely for use by one adult at a time to improve his or her balance by
slowly walking across the slackline over a flat, even and soft landing area clear of obstacles, people,
projections, or nearby hazards. The Slackstand must only be used in the manner described in this
Manual.
USING A SLACKLINE CAN BE A DANGEROUS ACTIVITY THAT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
AND/OR DEATH EVEN WHEN USED PROPERLY. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND ALWAYS USE
COMMON SENSE.
Make sure that the Slackstand is fully and correctly assembled according to the directions provided.
Make sure the ground and landing area over which the Slackstand is used is flat, even, and soft. You
will be stepping and perhaps falling onto it!
Make sure there are no obstacles, hazards, people, or projections near the Slackstand that could
injure you in a fall. Only use the Slackstand at locations without any nearby hazards or dangers.
Always wear sturdy, tightly laced athletic shoes with flat rubber soles.
Do NOT walk on the Slackstand in sandals, shoes with lugged soles or barefoot.
Keep all spectators at least 9 feet (3 meters) from the Slackstand.
Never use the Slackstand in dim, dark, wet or icy conditions.
Do NOT allow more than one person to use the Slackstand at any time.
Do NOT exceed 220 pounds (100 kg) in weight on the Slackstand at any time.
THIS SLACKSTAND IS NOT INTENDED FOR PERFORMING ANY TRICKS, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO JUMPING, FLIPPING, ETC. ATTEMPTING OR PERFORMING TRICKS SIGNIFICANTLY
INCREASES RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
This Slackstand is not impervious to damage. THE SLACKSTAND MUST BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED
AND INSPECTED BEFORE EVERY USE. FAILURE TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THE SLACKSTAND
BEFORE EACH USE MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR DEATH. THE USE OF ANY PARTS NOT
PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY DAMAGE THE
SLACKSTAND, IMPACT PERFORMANCE, SHORTEN THE LIFE-SPAN OF THE PRODUCT, OR CAUSE
INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
1.1 FAILURE TO:
USE COMMON SENSE,
USE THE SLACKSTAND AS RECOMMENDED IN THIS MANUAL, AND/OR
HEED THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
MAY SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
WHEN ASSEMBLED, THE SLACKSTAND 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 AND
COMMON SENSE MUST BE EXERCISED, AND THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOLLOWED,
TO DECREASE THE RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DEATH. OVERLOADING THE SLACKSTAND WITH
MORE THAN 220 POUNDS (100 kg) AND/OR MORE THAN ONE PERSON INCREASES THE TENSION
AND MAY CAUSE THE 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 Slackstand.
Slackline use on public property is illegal, restricted, or banned in some cities and states.
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. THE MANUFACTURER AND RESELLERS OF THIS SLACKLINE PRODUCT
STRONGLY ADVISE AGAINST ATTEMPTING TO PERFORM ANY TRICKS ON THIS SLACKSTAND
AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR ANY DEATH,
PARALYSIS, INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO ANY PERSON OR PROPERTY THAT MAY OCCUR, THAT
ARISES OUT OF, OR IS IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
1.2 WARRANTY:
This product is warranted against any material or manufacturing defect for two (2) years from the
purchase 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 SET-UP OR STORAGE, POOR MAINTENANCE, AND/OR DAMAGE DUE TO ACCIDENTS,
NEGLIGENCE, OR MISUSE (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY USE NOT EXPLICITLY APPROVED
IN THIS MANUAL).
Other than as described above, THE MANUFACTURER, SELLERS, AND RESELLERS OF THIS
PRODUCT MAKE NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS AND/OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, REGARDING THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES AS TO
MERCHANTABILITY, QUALITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE MANUFACTURER,
SELLERS, AND RESELLERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY WHATSOEVER FOR SPECIAL,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON BREACH OF
CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY OR
OTHERWISE, EVEN IF THEY HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE
SLACKSTAND 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 SLACKSTAND AND IRREVOCABLY WAIVES ALL CLAIMS FOR ANY
OTHER DAMAGES THAT SUCH SLACKSTAND USER MAY HAVE.
2. FURTHER WARNINGS:
ATTENTION! Do not use any parts or materials in connection with the setup or use of the Slackstand
other than the parts and materials provided by the manufacturer.
USE OF THE RATCHET IS DANGEROUS AND MAY LEAD TO INJURY AND/OR DEATH. THE RATCHET
MUST NEVER BE USED BY MINORS AND EXTREME CARE AND CAUTION MUST BE TAKEN WHEN
USED BY ADULTS. THE SLACKLINE STRAP MUST NOT EXCEED TWO AND A HALF ROTATIONS
AROUND THE AXLE OF THE RATCHET. The tension on the lever of the ratchet must not exceed 85
pounds (approx. 378N/38.5kg) to prevent seizure and/or failure of the slackline system resulting in
serious injury and/or death. NEVER USE YOUR LEGS OR ANY DEVICE OR BODY PART OTHER THAN
YOUR HANDS TO OPERATE THE RATCHET.
2.1 ADDITIONAL SAFETY REGULATIONS:
The Slackstand should ONLY be tensioned by hand and by one person.
Only install the Slackstand over flat, soft or padded areas free of all obstacles and keep spectators at
least 9 feet away from slackline area.
Never tension with means other than the equipment provided.
Always alert others to the presence of the Slackstand, and make the Slackstand as visible from a
distance as possible, by using cones, flags or other highly visible objects to mark the area surrounding
the Slackstand.
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3. ASSEMBLY:
The Slackstand is designed for quick and easy assembly by following the directions in this Manual.
The Slackstand consists of the components listed below; check to be sure you have all parts before
starting assembly.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER COMPONENTS, PARTS OR MATERIALS WITH THIS SLACKSTAND KIT
OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED ABOVE.
A. RATCHET TENSIONER 1
1. Lay down one of the large beams (C) so that the orientation
of the holes has one at the bottom and two above. Arrange a
right and a left foot (E) to line up with the holes. Lay a neoprene
cover (F) over the foot (E) to again line up with the holes. Use 3
bolts (G1) and washers (j2) to secure (F) & (E) to the (C) beam on
one side only. use 2 spacers (H) to connect the top sections of
the feet (E).
G1/ G2
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B. BAND/SLACKLINE 1
C. LARGE BEAMS 2
D. SMALL CENTER BEAM 1
E. FEET 4
F. NEOPRENE COVER 2
G1. LONG BOLTS 6
G2. SHORT BOLTS 2
H. SPACERS 4
I. BOLT CAP 8
J1. LOCK WASHER 6
J2. WASHER 12
2.
3.
4.
5.
2. Push the bolts (G1) and spacers (H) through the beam(C) and
into the other foot (E).
3. Wrap the cover (F) around the set of feet (E) and put the
grommets over the bolts (G1).
4. Put a washer (j2), followed by a lock washer (J1), followed by
a cap (I) onto each bolt (G1) and tighten moderately.
5. Join the center beam (D) with the beam (C) that now has feet
attached, then repeat steps 1-4 on remaining beam (C).

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6. Unroll the slackline (B) so that the logo is facing up. Place
the end with a sewn loop inside one of the feet, through the
neoprene (F).
12-13. if the ratchet is in the closed lock position, squeeze
the lever inside the handle and open to release. While
holding tension on the webbing achieved in step 11 with
one hand, use the other to crank the ratchet handle.
FULLY ASSEMBLED
6.
7.
8.
9.
7. Slide a short bolt (G2) through the remaining holes in the
feet (E) and through the sewn loop in the slackline. Secure
with a bolt cap (I).
8. Attach the ratchet (A) to the feet (E) on the opposite side.
Line up the holes in the ratchet to the holes in the feet (E)
with the ratchet handle pointing down. Secure the ratchet
with a bolt (G2) and bolt cap (I).
9. Join the beam (C) with the center beam (D).
10. Ensure the slackline (B) is flat and extend across to the
ratchet side. Slide slackline (B) under neoprene (F) and
over rods (G).
11. Feed the slackline (B) through the slit in the ratchet bolt
as shown. Pull the slackline through the ratchet manually
all the way so it is as tight as possible.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14. 14. When tension is reached, squeeze the lever in the
ratchet handle and close the ratchet all the way down so
it is touching the feet (E), and locks in place. The handle
should not be able to move in lock position. NEVER use
the Slackstand with ratchet open or in the unlocked
position.
To release tension when ready to disassemble, squeeze
inside lever on ratchet handle and open to unlocked
position. the slackline can then be released and stand
pulled apart in center to store (refer to Image 11).
NOTE: If done correctly, only a few cranks should be
needed to achieve full tension. If the line does not start
holding tension after a couple of cranks it is likely the
slackline has not been pulled through all the way by
hand first. If this is the case, STOP cranking, because
if you don’t, the ratchet will overspool and seize. Pull
the slackline out of the ratchet and start over pulling as
tight as possible by hand first.