Step 3:
At this point, you will need someone to assist you with the next phase of the frame assembly. One person lifts the support assembly shown in Fig. 2 (vertical leg extensions, leg base) to a vertical position and inserts the socket of a top rail with leg socket over the vertical leg extension on one side. The other person then similarly attaches an adjacent support assembly at the other end of the top rail with leg sockets. You should now have two support assemblies joined by a single top rail with sockets. Each leg socket should have a vertical leg extension inserted in it. Continue working sequen- tially around the circle, connecting top rails with leg sockets to support assemblies until this portion of the frame assembly is free standing (See Fig. 3).
Step 4:
Now install the remaining four (4) top rails in the gaps between the four (4) top rails with sockets. Slide each top rail into the joints at both ends of the gap (See Fig. 4). This completes the frame assembly.
MOVING the TRAMPOLINE
If you need to periodically move your trampoline all slip joints should be secured with a weather resistant tape (i.e. duct tape). This will keep the frame intact and prevent the tubular elements from separating during the move. The trampoline should be moved by at least two people, kept horizontal, and lifted slightly. Disassemble the trampoline for any other type movement.
Top rail w/sockets |
Slide in |
Slip joint |
Support assembly |
FIGURE 3
Top rail |
Step 5:
It is best to use a spring as a pull tool to pull and attach the springs from the “V” ring on the bed (mat) to the frame holes. Using your hand can lead to getting “pinched” and also doesn’t properly tension the spring. Attach the spring to the “V” ring and using the “pull tool” spring, pull the attachment spring to the frame by
FIGURE 4
Mat (bed)
| "V" ring |
| Pull with |
| spring pull tool |
Hole | Top rail |
|
FIGURE 5
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