Avyna TEPL-352-fl-1141-A 10×17 Rectangular FlatLevel Trampoline Instruction Manual

: October 30, 2023
: Avyna

Table of Contents

Tubes
Nuts & Bolts
Other Pieces
Tools in the Box
General Helpful Tips
Assemble Your Frame
Add Mat and Springs
Attach the Retaining Wall
Dig the Hole
Place and Level
Gravel / Drain
Step Back Fill
Safety Pad
References
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Avyna TEPL-352-fl-1141-A 10×17 Rectangular FlatLevel Trampoline Instruction Manual

Tubes

K Tube (2) TEPL-352-fl-1141 / A
K Tube (2) TEPL-352-fl-1141 / B
C Tube (2) TEPL-352-fl-1142 / A
C Tube (2) TEPL-352-fl-1142 / B

Top Connectors

C Tube Connector (2) TEPL-352-fl-1142 / C (4 bolts)
K Tube Connector (2) TEPL-352-fl-1141 / C (6 bolts)
I Tube (12) TEPL-352-fg-115
L Tube (4) TEPL-352-fg-802
I Tube (2) TEPL-352-fg-802 / B
I Tube (6) TEPL-352-fg-802 / A

Nuts & Bolts

Screw M8 (20) M8-7
Screw M8 (24)M8-16
Parker Screw (36) M4x16

Other Pieces

Retaining Wall 1 (4) 352-fl-121/A
Retaining Wall 2 352-fl-121/B
Jump Mat (1) TEPL-352-fl-222
Galvanized Long Springs (120) TEPL-200-211/A
Galvanized Short Springs (8) TEPL-200-211/E
Safety Pad (1) AVGR-352-fl-333-grey
Safety Pad Fastenings (24) TEPL-ELAS-B
Hooked Safety Pad Fastenings (already attached) (24) TEPL-ELAS-D

Tools in the Box

Wrench (1)
Allen Wrench (1)
Spring Tool (1)
Short Measuring Tool (1) 2300-131/A
Long Measuring Tool (1) 2300-131/B

General Helpful Tips

Gather your tools – it’s always good to take inventory of what you have access to before you begin your project
Know your team – how many people you have to help you.
Plan accordingly – this is the kind of project where the timing of it can change pretty dramatically depending on the resources at your disposal (whether in tools or manpower). Be sure to block off an appropriate amount of time to finish and be GENEROUS with it.
Shade is your friend – the metal poles and springs can overheat quickly if left in the sun for too long, which can make installation even more difficult.

Assemble Your Frame

Trampoline Tip #1: It’s always helpful to lay out all of your pieces in the tentative shape on a flat surface next to the location you are going to install the trampoline!

Top: Begin by connecting A1 and A2 using B2 piece. Connect A3 and A4 using the B1 piece. Secure in place by using the F set on B1 and B2. All the pieces combined will form the top frame.
Middle: Once the top part of the frame is secured, insert T into the neck joints along the upper frame. You’ll want the curved bottoms of T to be on the outer edge of the frame.
Bottom: Using G, connect C, D, and E to form the bottom frame.

Add Mat and Springs

Set Up: Now that your trampoline has been assembled, in order to straighten out the bow in the long sides of the frame, you’re going to add the springs and jump mat. This will help in the next step when adding the retaining wall.

Starting in the corners, you’ll want to attach all the Short Springs (M) to their respective loops in frame and Jump Mat (K). There should be 8 corner springs total.
Attach a Long Spring (L) on the North, South, West and East side of the frame and Jump Mat (K). Begin filling in the remainder of the springs. Utilize the Spring Tool if you come across a spring you’re struggling to stretch out.

Trampoline Tip #3: Keep an eye on the tension and make sure it stays even. It’s helpful to do this step with a partner.
NOTE: As you attach the springs and mat, you should see the bow in the frame begin to straighten out.
Add Mat and Springs

Attach the Retaining Wall

SET UP: While unraveling the retaining walls, you will see that there are four corner pieces and two longer straight pieces. The pieces are meant to overlap as you attach them.

Trampoline Tip #4: Just like the frame, we always suggest laying out the pieces in the tentative shape and location they will go.

First Panel: Starting in a corner of your choice, you will attach Retaining Wall (I) using H. Line the center of the Retaining Wall (I) up with the corner of the frame (you should see some divots in the Retaining Wall (I) that will line up with the edges) and the slits in the retaining wall with the holes on the upper retaining wall. Once they are lined up, begin attaching using the screws from H.
Remaining Panels: Using the H, work your way around the remainder of the frame while attaching the Retaining Wall (I) and Retaining Wall (J) . Be sure to make the wall as flush with the frame as possible. This might require occasionally backtracking and loosening portions of the wall to get rid of sections that are protruding or not flush.

Trampoline Tip #5: The screws in the H set are self tapping screws by design. You may find yourself in a scenario where you have to create your own hole in the frame instead of using one that is pre made. This will especially be true for the lower frame.
Attaching Retaining Wall

Dig the Hole

SET UP: Digging the hole can be the trickiest and most time consuming part of this experience. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! By observing the graphic, the steps that follow and utilizing the two measuring rods that came in the box, you’ll have the perfect hole for your trampoline! Because the Avyna 10x17s utilizes a modified retaining wall system that sits on a shelf, you’ll essentially be digging two holes. See the following graphic.
Dig the Hole

Trampoline Tip #5: Though a can of “grass spray” is not needed for marking your trampoline digging area, we find that it can be an incredibly helpful tool!

Outline: Using your assembled frame as a guide, you’ll want to mark out the area that you’ll be digging. With the Avyna frame, you can be pretty exact, but we recommend usually having about 2-4 inches on the outside of the frame that will be backfilled later on. It is important that these inches are not included in the 8 inch shelf the frame will be resting on.
Dig Top Hole: After marking out your trampoline, begin by digging the upper hole for your retaining wall and frame. It should be 9 inches deep. Remember to use your Short Measuring Rod (T) to help with that distance! You’ll want to save about 2-3 wheelbarrows full of dirt to help backfill the frame later on.
Dig Inner Hole: Measuring about 8 inches away from the edge of the wall, begin to dig your inner hole. It should be 27” deep minimum, to make a total of 36” minimum from the top of the hole to the bottom. You’ll want to dig the slant of your hole at about a 45 degree angle. If you plan to add gravel at the bottom, dig your hole 2-3” deeper to accommodate for the gravel. The Long Measuring Rod (U) and Short Measuring Rod (T) stacked on eachother will make 40”, which is the length you would want if adding gravel.

Place and Level

SET UP: Once the retaining wall is attached to your assembled frame, and your initial hole has been dug, it’s time to make sure it’s level and your trampoline is as flush with the ground as possible.

Placing the Frame: Using at least two people, you’ll want to lift the frame into the hole and onto the shelf you’ve created.
Checking Levels: Check to make sure that your trampoline is level and as flush with the ground as possible.

IF IT IS LEVEL Move onto step 5.5.
IF IT ISN’T LEVEL Work to remove or add dirt to the necessary areas along the frame. Some people like to take the frame out of the hole while making adjustments, while others like to keep it in. It is totally up to your comfortability level. When done, move onto step 5.5.

Gravel / Drain

INFO: A common question we receive is about drainage. In most instances, water is just absorbed into the ground like it would before the soil was disturbed. That being said, down below are some options for those who this is a concern for or those who live in rainier than usual climates.

Weed Barrier

A simple weed barrier is a great way to combat weeds and other plants from growing underneath your trampoline.
Who we recommend it for: Everyone! No matter the climate.

Gravel

2-3 inches of gravel is a great way to help water get distributed back into the soil. It also adds a nice clean look to it.
Who we recommend it for: People in climates with moderate to heavy rainfall. OR. Anyone who is looking for a cleaner looking trampoline hole.

Soak Away

A soak away drain is a really effective tool for distributing large amounts of water when it rains.
Who we recommend it for: Only people in areas with heavy rainfall or high water levels in their soilÕ
For high water tables or poor drainage soil you may need to install a sump pump. Consult with your landscaper or installer

Step Back Fill

SET UP: Now that your frame is in the ground with the mat and springs, you should notice that there will be a considerable gap between the edge of the frame and dirt hole you made. It’s time to get those wheelbarrows of dirt you saved earlier and get filling!

Backfill: Making your way along the edge of the trampoline, fill in the gaps with soil, packing it down tightly as you go with your foot, do not use equipment to pack the dirt as this may cause damage to the frame and trampoline. By the end, there should be NO GAPS between your trampoline frame and the rest of your yard.
Sod: If you saved grass from earlier, lay it down as the top layer on your tightly packed dirt.

Trampoline Tip #7: Have someone jump on the trampoline as you backfill the dirt around the frame wall. This will help to further fill any gaps and ensure the trampoline is tight within the ground.
Back Fill

Safety Pad

SET UP: Now that your trampoline has been backfilled, you just need to attach the Avyna Safety Pad and your trampoline will be fully operational!

Safety Straps: Flipping the pad upside down, work your way along and attach Safety Pad Fastenings (O), feed the elastic through the two clear plastic eyelets, leaving it loose to later secure to the jump pad. You will find these elastic fastners bundled up on the inside of the pad.
Secure to Jump Pad: Once all of the safety straps are through their respective eyelets, place the pad over the springs and mat. You’ll notice on the jump mat there are loops on the outer edge. These are meant for threading your Safety Pad Fastenings (O) through and securing them to the mat.
Attach Hooks to Springs: On the outside edge of the safety pad, you will see the Hooked Safety Pad Fastenings (P) are already attached. These will attach to the adjacent spring loop. (See image far right below