1. WARNING! THE SLACKLINE CAN BE A DANGEROUS PIECE OF EQUIPMENT EVEN WHEN
USED PROPERLY:
PARENTS OF MINORS AND MINORS: Minors should not use the slackline unless they are under
constant competent adult supervision. Make sure that the slackline is only installed in areas where
minors cannot access the slackline without such adult supervision. Minors should never use the
ratchet or adjust the tension of the slackline at any time.
The slackline was developed solely for use by one adult at a time to improve his or her balance
by slowly walking across the slackline over a flat, even and soft landing area clear of obstacles,
people, projections, or nearby hazards. The slackline must only be used in the manner described in
this Manual.
USING A SLACKLINE CAN BE A DANGEROUS ACTIVITY THAT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
AND/OR DEATH EVEN WHEN USED PROPERLY. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND ALWAYS USE
COMMON SENSE.
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Make sure that the slackline is attached only to anchors as described in section 3.1 below.
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Do NOT attach the slackline to any anchor point that is not fixed or too weak to safely anchor
and use the slackline. For example, do NOT attach the slackline to one or more cars,
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Make sure the ground and landing area over which the slackline is suspended is flat, even,
and soft. You will be stepping and perhaps falling onto it!
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Do NOT set the slackline at any height above 18 inches (50 centimeters).
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Make sure there are no obstacles, hazards, people, or projections near the slackline that
could injure you in a fall. Only use the slackline at locations without any nearby hazards and/
or dangers.
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Always wear sturdy, tightly laced athletic shoes with flat rubber soles.
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Do NOT walk the slackline in sandals, shoes with lugged soles or barefoot.
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Keep all spectators at least 9 feet (3 meters) from the slackline.
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Never use the slackline at dusk or night or in wet or icy conditions.
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Do NOT allow more than one person to use the slackline at any time.
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Do NOT exceed 300 pounds (136 kg) in weight on the slackline at any time.
THIS SLACKLINE IS NOT INTENDED FOR PERFORMING ANY TRICKS, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO JUMPING, FLIPPING, ETC. ATTEMPTING OR PERFORMING TRICKS SIGNIFICANTLY
INCREASES RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
This slackline is not impervious to damage. THE SLACKLINE MUST BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED
AND INSPECTED BEFORE EVERY USE. FAILURE TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THE SLACKLINE
BEFORE EACH USE MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR DEATH. THE USE OF ANY PARTS NOT
PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER ARE NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY DAMAGE THE
SLACKLINE, IMPACT PERFORMANCE, SHORTEN THE LIFE-SPAN OF THE PRODUCT, AND CAUSE
INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
1.1 FAILURE TO:
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USE COMMON SENSE,
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USE THE SLACKLINE AS RECOMMENDED IN THIS MANUAL, AND/OR
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HEED THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
MAY SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
WHEN ASSEMBLED, THE SLACKLINE IS UNDER SIGNIFICANT TENSION WHICH MAY EQUAL OR
EXCEED 1500 lbs (7 kN/700 kg). DUE TO THE HIGH TENSION OF THE SLACKLINE, GREAT CARE
MUST BE EXERCISED WHEN USING THE SLACKLINE TO DECREASE THE RISK OF INJURY AND/
OR DEATH. OVERLOADING THE SLACKLINE WITH MORE THAN 300 POUNDS (136 kg) AND/OR
MORE THAN ONE PERSON INCREASES THE TENSION AND MAY CAUSE THE SLACKLINE AND/OR
RATCHET TO FAIL, RESULTING IN INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
Check local laws regarding slacklines to see where and how you may lawfully use the slackline.
Slackline use on public property is illegal, restricted, or banned in some cities and states.
You may see people on TV or on the Internet performing tricks or stunts on a slackline. These
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