Benny Bulldozer 2500 Fun Bounce Spring Rider
Product Information
Specifications
- Concrete minimum of 2500 PSI Surface Mount Installation
- Recommended slab thickness: 8 inches or more
- Anchors should have at least a 3400-pound ultimate pull-out load
- Recommended Hardware: 8-12 J-Bolts (4x), Washers (8x), Lock Nuts (4x), Regular Nuts (4x) *based on 4-hole base plate*
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Installation Area
- Dig a footer measuring 18 x 18 x 18 inches and fill it with concrete.
- Allow the concrete to begin setting before proceeding.
Step 2: Mounting the Spring Bouncer
- Using J-Bolts, slide the bolts through each of the holes in the base plate of the spring rider.
- The J portion of the bolt should be buried in the concrete.
- Loosely attach the bolts to the plate with lock nuts and washers.
- Place extra nuts and a few threads on top of each J-Bolt to help hammer the assembly firmly into the concrete mix, preventing stripping due to hammering.
Step 3: Curing Process
- Once the bolts are set, allow the concrete to cure for at least 48 hours, following the concrete manufacturer’s recommendations.
- It may be necessary to retighten the nuts during this time.
FAQ
- Q: Can I mount the spring bouncer on a slab less than 8 inches thick?
- A: We do not recommend mounting to a slab less than 8 inches thick for safety and stability reasons. It is important to follow the recommended guidelines for proper installation.
- Q: How long should I wait before using the spring bouncer after installation?
- A: It is advisable to wait for at least 48 hours to allow the concrete to properly cure before using the spring bouncer. This ensures a secure and stable installation.
Spring Bouncer Install
Concrete minimum of 2500 PSI
Surface Mount Installation (Pre-Existing Slab)
- We do not recommend mounting to a slab less than 8” thick. Anchors should have at least a 3400-pound ultimate pull-out load.
Recommended Hardware
- 8″-12″ J-Bolts (4x),
- Washers (8x),
- Lock Nuts (4x),
- Regular Nuts (4x) *based on 4-hole base plate*
Note: Using straps along with wooden stakes to stabilize the spring bouncer as concrete cures.
Dimensions
- Dig the footer (18” x 18” x 18”) and fill it with concrete.
- Allow the concrete to begin to set before sinking J-Bolts into the mixture.
Instructions
- Using J-Bolts, slide bolts through each of the holes in the base plate of the spring rider.
- (The J portion of the bolt will be buried in the concrete.) Loosely attach bolts to the plate with lock nuts and washers.
- The extra nuts will be placed just a few threads on the top of each J-Bolt to help hammer the entire assembly firmly into the concrete mix.
- (This helps make sure the bolt does not strip due to the hammering.)
- Once the bolts are set, let the concrete cure for at least 48 hours.
- (Follow concrete manufacturer’s recommendations.) It may be necessary to retighten the nuts at this time.
CONTACT
- 1 Playground Drive
- Greenfield, IN 46140
- 1-800-667-0097
Created By: Gene Flowers Date Modified: 04/01/19
Documents / Resources
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Benny Bulldozer 2500 Fun Bounce Spring Rider [pdf] Instruction Manual 2500 Fun Bounce Spring Rider, 2500, Fun Bounce Spring Rider, Bounce Spring Rider, Spring Rider, Rider |
