Vuly Thunder, Thunder Pro Assembly Manual

ASSEMBLY MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION, INSTALLATION, CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.

READ PRIOR TO ASSEMBLING AND USING THE TRAMPOLINE.

ATTENTION!

Thunder

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Contents

Read and follow all instructions in this manual before

using your trampoline, and do not use the trampoline in

any way that is not described in this manual.

Responsibility rests with the owner and supervisors of

the trampoline to make sure that all users are aware of

the practices specified in this manual.

1.0. Disclaimer

2.0. Care and Maintenance

2.1. General care

2.2. Rust and corrosion

2.3. Textile deterioration

2.4. Weather care

2.5. Relocation

2.6. Inspection checklist

3.0. Usage and Behaviour

3.1. Safe use information

3.2. Safe use instructions

3.3. Basic trampolining instructions

4.0. HexVex™ Games

5.0. Installation

5.1. Location planning

5.2. Parts checklist

5.3. Assembly instructions

6.0. Product registration

7.0. Half-price replacement parts

8.0. Warranty

8.1. Warranty periods

8.2. Inclusions

8.3. Exclusions

8.4. Warranty Claims

8.5. Australian Consumer Law

9.0. Missing parts

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The following Conditions of Sale will apply to, and bind the
purchaser of, any Vuly Trampolines Pty. Ltd. ABN: 91 160 793
706 product.

NOTICE TO USER:

Please read this agreement carefully before purchase or
assembly. By purchasing, opening and assembling this
product you acknowledge that you have read this agreement,
understand it and agree to be bound by its conditions. If you
are making a purchase on behalf of another person, you
agree that you are making the purchase as their agent.

LEGAL RIGHTS – PLEASE READ:

EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY – WAIVER OF RIGHT TO SUE –
YOUR ASSUMPTION OF RISK – THESE CONDITIONS AFFECT
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

Vuly Trampolines Pty. Ltd. ABN: 91 160 793 706 (“Vuly”), as
supplier of trampolines and accessories (“Products”) , sells
all Products subject to the following conditions:

1. To the maximum extent permitted by the law, Vuly, its
employees, directors and agents will not be liable to
the customer, their dependents or legal representatives
for damage to property, personal injury or death
suffered by the customer because the Product was not
manufactured or supplied with due care and skill, the
Product is not reasonably fit for its purpose or because
of negligence, breach of contract, breach of statute or
breach of statutory duty by Vuly.

2. Vuly, its employees, directors and agents are not liable to
the customer, their dependents or legal representatives
for personal injury or death suffered by the customer
because the Product was not:

a. installed in accordance with the Vuly instruction

manual. It is the customer’s responsibility to check all
boxes to confirm that all components are included
and in the correct condition before assembly.

b. installed with due care and skill, by a the customer

or a third party assembly service; and

c. in the same condition as when the Product was

supplied, due to wear and tear – including, but not
limited to, weather damage, deterioration of the net,
spring stretch, UV deterioration or rust.

3. The customer acknowledges that using the Product can
be dangerous, with inherent risks and hazards. As a
consequence, personal injury or death may occur. The
customer assumes and accepts all such risks, and hereby
– to the full extent permitted by law – waives the right of
action against, and fully releases Vuly for, loss, damages,
personal injury or death in any way caused by, or
relating to, the customer’s participation in such activities.

This includes – without limitation – liability for any
negligent or tortuous acts or omission, breach of duty,
breach of contract or breach of statutory duty on the
part of Vuly, its office bearers, directors, employees or
agents.

1.0. Disclaimer

RISK WARNING:

The use of the Product involves a significant risk of participants suffering personal injury including the possibility of serious
injuries, permanent disability or death. All participants who engage in activities with the Product do so at their own risk.

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2.1. General care

• Retain this Assembly Manual.

• Inspect before and after each use. It is essential that you
replace any worn, defective or missing parts immediately
and only through Vuly.

- See the ‘Inspection checklist’.

• Ensure that the Safety Net (and Safety Pad, if applicable)
is always correctly attached and in good condition.

- Replace the Safety Net every 1 year.

• Keep away objects that could damage textile components.

• Ensure that moving metal components remain well
lubricated.

• Check that all spring-loaded joints remain intact and
cannot become dislodged during use.

• Check all nuts and bolts for tightness and tighten.

• Use only Vuly-made accessories.

• Use only parts that are recommended by the manufacturer.

2.2. Rust and corrosion

• Be aware of areas that are particularly prone to rusting:

- Places where water is easily trapped.

- Hollow sections of steel (which can appear in good
condition on the outside, while hiding rust on the
inside).

- Sections where different metal components join
together.

• Inspect the inside of all Frame Tubes and Net Poles every
6 months – as well as after rain – and remove any water
from the inside surfaces.

• Check Frame Tube and Net Pole connection areas for
rust.

• Use general-purpose grease on steel connection areas.

• Avoid cleaning steel components excessively; it may
reduce the effectiveness of our protective coatings.

2.3. Textile deterioration

• Clean your Jump Mat with a soft sponge only, to avoid
prematurely wearing the textiles.

• Avoid using powerful soaps or detergents; they can
damage the textiles.

• Wipe dry with an absorbent cloth any water left after rain,
cleaning or use of the Vuly Mister accessory. The Jump
Mat may discolour or form spots, if left to dry in the sun.

Improper maintenance or lack of care can lead to your
trampoline deteriorating earlier than expected. Please
follow these care instructions to ensure that your trampoline
lasts for as long as possible.

Consumers must not modify the original trampoline, unless
carried out according to manufacturer instructions.

2.0. Care and Maintenance

Record your date of purchase here:

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• Inspect the inside of your Safety Padding (if applicable)
regularly, and remove any water through the drainage
holes.

• Remove textile parts, and store them – in their original
packaging – in a cool, dry and dark place when the
trampoline will be unused for over 1 month. Prolonged
exposure to UV sunlight can shorten the lifespan of the
safety net.

2.4. Weather care

Components of this trampoline are susceptible to deterioration
from use and environmental conditions – such as sunlight, rain,
salt and heat – to varying degrees.

If your trampoline will be unused for any extended period,
disassemble it, return it to its original packaging and store it
in a dry place.

RAIN: Remove any fallen debris on your trampoline
after rain. Wipe off residual water with a dry cloth;
moisture left on the trampoline may contribute to the
corrosion of steel components and weaken textiles.

WIND: Disconnect the Safety Net from the Net Poles,
and cover the Safety Net and Jump Mat with a storm
cover.

COLD: Disassemble your trampoline and store the
Jump Mat and Safety Net indoors during winter.

HEAT: Move your trampoline to where it will receive
the most shade during the brightest times of the day.
Cover when not in use to minimise UV damage.

2.5. Relocation

• Move the trampoline with a minimum of 8 adults, to ensure
that the lift is within heavy lifting regulations.

• Move the trampoline short distances using the official Vuly
Wheels accessory for your trampoline model. Remove
after use.

• Do not drag the trampoline. Joiner Poles and Frame Tubes
may bend or warp if insufficiently lifted.

• Avoid tilting the trampoline or resting it on its side; the
frame may bend under its own weight.

• Disassemble the trampoline, and return it to its original
packaging, to transport it over long distances.

COMPONENTS WILL DETERIORATE OVER TIME.

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Frame

Bending, cracking, twisting or breakage of the Frame
Tubes

Rust spots

Sharp protrusions

Leaf Springs

Broken, bending or missing Leaf Springs

Rust spots

Sharp protrusions

Jump mat

Punctures, frays, tears or holes in the bed or the edge
system

Deterioration in the stitching or fabric of the bed or
edge system

Sagging fabric

Sharp protrusions in the suspension system elements

Broken mat connector plastics

Rusting, damaged or bent mat connector steel

Safety net

Missing, improperly positioned or insecurely attached
enclosure barrier

Punctures, frays, tears or holes in the enclosure barrier or
connectors

Deterioration in the stitching or fabric of the enclosure
barrier or connectors

Sagging of the enclosure barrier

Broken or damaged enclosure entry system

Net poles

Missing, improperly positioned or insecurely attached:

A. Net Pole supports B. Net Pole caps

Bending, cracking, twisting or breakage of the Net Pole
supports

Rust spots on the Net Pole supports

Sharp protrusions from the Net Pole supports

Improper use of, or behaviour on, your trampoline can lead
to serious injury. Please follow these usage and behaviour
instructions to ensure safe play.

3.1. Safe use information

• Maximum user weight: 150 kg.

• Domestic and outdoor use only.

• Suitable for ages 6 and over.

• Single user only at all times.

3.2. Safe use instructions

To reduce the risk of injury while using the trampoline, enforce
the following:

• Ensure that the trampoline has been assembled by an

adult, in accordance with the assembly instructions, and
been checked over before first use.

• Do not bounce in strong wind conditions or inclement

weather, and keep the trampoline secure.

• Ensure active, competent and adult supervision at all

times while children are using the trampoline. Children
are often unable to identify hazards or properly assess
risk.

• Avoid eating or drinking while bouncing.

• Empty pockets and hands before bouncing.

• Wear comfortable clothing that allows full and free

movement.

- Do not wear jewellery, drawstrings, cords, loops,
buckles or anything that could become entangled in
trampoline components and become a strangulation
hazard, a contact hazard or damage the trampoline.

• Remove shoes, as they may damage the bed and

increase the risk of injury.

• Climb on and off the trampoline. Never jump or bounce

off.

• Refrain from using the springs as ‘hand grips’ when

getting onto or off the trampoline.

• Do not allow children, pets, toys or other play equipment

underneath the trampoline. Make sure that the areas
around, underneath and above the trampoline are clear.

• Learn fundamental bounces and body positions before

trying more advanced manoeuvres.

• Demonstrate safe use for children before allowing them

onto the trampoline.

• Contact Vuly or an Authorised Reseller for further

information or additional instructional material.

- To learn more advanced trampolining skills, contact a
suitable gymnastics / trampoline club.

• Do not use or stand near the trampoline in windy or

gusty conditions. A trampoline can become airborne

3.0. Usage and Behaviour

2.6. Inspection checklist

Use this checklist to inspect your trampoline before each
use. Replace any worn, defective, or missing parts to avoid
potential hazards.

If you discover any safety issues, do not use the trampoline.
Contact Vuly to order and replace any parts.