INSTALLATION GUIDE
IN GROUND TRAMPOLINE INSTALLATION
Sunbounce trampolines are built to last. Made of best quality European materials and as a result of skilled craftmanship, your trampoline will serve you for years to come.
Safety comes first! In order to achieve the best trampolining experience that will keep you fit and energised, please read these assembly instructions and safety recommendations thoroughly to minimize any chances of injuries.
Step 1: Assembling the frame
Lay the frame sections (Part A) into a circlewith the spring holes facing upwards. Push all sections together until all are fully mated together.
Note: On the long sides, the frame will appear to bow outwards – this is by design. When the springs are attached the frame will pull inwards, but always have a slide outward bow.
Important note: all trampoline sizes are approximate and can be up to +/- 3” (2.5 cm) different to those that
we publish.
Step 2: Fitting the mat and installing the springs
Lay the mat flat inside the frame. Make sure the logo is facing upwards. In order to make the installation of the
jumping mat easier, locate the four rings in the 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock position directly opposite each other and attach four springs on these locations first. Then continue by attaching springs to every eighth ring, followed by every fourth and so on until all springs are attached.
At first, it may look like the mat won’t fit, it will however stretch to the correct size when you finish attaching all springs.
Important: Be sure all spring hooks are well attached to the frame.
Step 3: Attaching the PVC retaining panels
Step 4: Digging the trampoline pit (part 1)
Position the frame on the location you chose and mark the position on the ground. It’s best to mark out a hole a bit wider than the diameter of your trampoline.
This will make it easier for you to put the frame in and find the right level. Dig the pit to the following dimensions:
TRAMPOLINE SIZE
DIMENSION A – OUTER HOLE | DIMENSION B – INNER HOLE | DIMENSION C – TOTAL DEPTH |
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10 ft / cca. 305 cm | 8’8’’ | 2’6’’ |
12 ft / cca. 366 cm | 10’8’’ | 2’11’’ |
14 ft / cca. 427 cm | 12’8’’ | 2’11’’ |
The hole should not accumulate water (in which case the drainage is necessary) and it should be possible to clean during maintenance.
First, dig the outer hole to create a ledge for your trampoline frame, which needs to be 10″ deep. This is the exact frame height, so that the safety pad on top of the frame will be just above the grass level. Continue by digging the inner hole.
Dig the inner hole according to the dimensions of your trampoline and with a bowl-shaped bottom. The inner hole should be 1’4″ narrower than the trampoline size. This will leave a 8″ ledge all around on which the trampoline will sit.
HINT:
It’s a relatively easy task to hand dig the hole for smaller size trampolines, but it would be best to hire a mini digger to excavate most of the soil and leave you with the finishing touches.
Note: You will need to save some of the soil for later.
Step 5: Digging the trampoline pit (part 2)
Step 6: Placing the trampoline into the pit (part 1)
Check that the trampoline is well levelled. You may want to remove the trampoline to make any adjustments to the height that the frame is sitting on. Aim for the trampoline jumping mat to sit flush to the ground.
Step 7: Placing the trampoline into the pit (part 2)
Finally, re-lay the saved soil around the trampoline and compact down as much as possible.
Step 8: Attaching the frame pad (part 1)
Step 9: Attaching the frame pad (part 2)
Flip the frame pad over and pull the elastic band around the frame. Insert the toggle into the loop, then rotate the toggle inwards to secure it. Repeat with all frame pad elastics.
The frame pad must cover the entire frame and all springs.
HINT:
If you find it too difficult to get the toggles in place, wedge a screwdriver carefully between the frame and PVC panel to attach the toggle. Using a flat-head screwdriver (or similar), push the loop end between the wall panel and frame. Insert the toggle from underneath and rotate to secure. Repeat with all elastics.