| Trampolines, like most other assets, need to be consistently inspected
and maintained to insure the they will continue to be safe and
enjoyable for all those who use them. The following paragraphs
outline products and procedures that will help you get the maximum
life and enjoyment out of your investment.
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Winter Instructions
Trampoline Maintenance
Your trampoline is manufactured using quality
materials and is finely crafted to provide
you and your family with many years of enjoyment
and exercise. Proper maintenance
and care will help prolong the life of the
trampoline and reduce the possibility of injury.
The following guidelines should always
be observed:
Inspect the trampoline before each use, and replace all worn,
defective or missing parts. The following conditions
present potential hazards and increase the danger
of personal injury:
- punctures holes or tears in the bed (jumping surface)
- deterioration in any stitching in the bed
(jumping surface)
- bent or broken frame or legs
- broken or missing springs
- missing or insecurely attached safety pad
- sagging bed (jumping surface)
- sharp protrusions on the frame or suspension
system
In the case that any of these conditions exist, all efforts should
be made to keep users from using the trampoline
until the problem is remedied.
To extend the life of the trampoline safety pad, we recommend
using Pad Protect vinyl protectant to extend the life of the vinyl.
Use of Pad Protect should extend the life up to 1-2 years.
Wind: It is possible for the trampoline to be blown about by a
high wind. If you anticipate high winds, the trampoline should
be moved to a sheltered location, disassembled or the round top
frame should be tied to the ground using ropes and stakes. Do not
simply secure the legs to the ground, as they can pull out of the
frame sockets. A tie-down kit is also available to keep the trampoline
secured in the wind.
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Enclosure Maintenance
Prolonged exposure to the sun, especially ultraviolet
rays, will shorten the life of the enclosure
fabric. For longer fabric life, store the
enclosure when it is not being used. A dry
enclosure, properly stored, will provide the
longest life of the fabric, sewing, and hardware.
Remove the enclosure from the trampoline
during harsh weather conditions or during long
periods of non-use.
Inspect the trampoline enclosure before each
use and replace
any worn, defective,
or missing parts. The following conditions could
represent potential hazards and increase the
danger of personal
injury:
- missing, improperly positioned,
or insecurely attached netting,
enclosure tubes or foam sleeves
- punctures, frays,
tears, or holes in the netting or foam sleeves
- deterioration
of the stitching or fabric of the netting
- bent
or broken enclosure tubes
- sagging netting
- sharp protrusions on enclosure
tubes
In the case that any of these conditions exists, all efforts should
be made to keep users from using the trampoline until the problem
is remedied.
For assistance with replacing the netting on your safety enclosure, view the replacement instructions. You can also purchase the replacement net in our parts section.
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Winter Maintenance
Decisions on winter maintenance are always up to the discretion
of the trampoline owner. This decision will depend
on how much work you wish to do in order to make
your trampoline have the longest
lifespan possible.
The number one way to increase the lifespan
of the trampoline is to completely disassemble
the trampoline and pack it away in a cool
dry place. When doing this, be sure to place
all
fabric pieces (pads, jumping surface, netting,
foam protection) in areas or containers that
will prevent small creatures from harming them
(these creatures will be looking for material
for nests and such in the winter ... trampoline
parts can be very handy!)
Of course, not everyone wants to do the work
of full disassembly and, again, this is up
to the discretion of the owner. We do suggest,
at the very minimum, that you take in the pad
that covers the springs (storing it
in a secure place). This pad will crack when
exposed to extreme cold so this protection
is the minimum necessary. Please remember,
if you decide to make use of your trampoline
in the winter, to place the protective padding
back on the trampoline to provide the protection
that is required when using a trampoline. For
FunRing owners, the removal of the protective
padding will also require the removal of the
safety netting, which is a good idea anyways,
because excess moisture tends to cause deterioration
of the fabric.
Trampolines are not warranted against extreme
weather and so please take the precautions
necessary to protect your investment.
We suggest using PadProtect
vinyl protectant spray to help condition
the pad before and after winter storage. This will cause the pad
to be supple/flexible which will allow it to resist cracking.
Other products available to provide added protection
are our JumpKing
Tie-Down Kits, which provide
added security in high winds.
If we have failed to answer any questions you may have had, please
feel free to contact us.
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