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Initial Set-Up Procedure:
1. Determine which wall in your facility to define as the Tensioning Wall and which
to define as the Anchoring Wall (see Figures 1-1 and 2-1, or 4-1 for Short-Span
Systems). The Tensioning Wall will have the 2:1 Tensioning Assemblies
attached to it with tensioning halyards hanging down to the floor. These halyards
can be gathered and pulled to the side, or lifted and hung out of reach if needed.
This should be taken into consideration so as to avoid interfering with doorways,
etc. The same is true of the Anchoring Wall for Short-Span Systems as the
anchoring halyards will also hang down and must connect to the Rope Cleats.
2. For the initial set-up, position and install the appropriate wall anchors and
eyebolts according to Figure 1-1 prior to attaching the tensioning hardware. Be
sure to account for any adjustment needed to the mounting height on the
Tensioning Wall as noted in the chart at the bottom of Figure 1-1 – this is based
on your wall span.
3. Once all eyebolts are installed, attach one Tensioning Block to each eyebolt on
the Tensioning Wall by unscrewing the clevis pin to remove the clevis (see Inset
“A” on Figure 2-1). You may need pliers to loosen the pin initially. Hang the
clevis onto the eyebolt, re-insert the pin to attach the Tensioning Block, and
tighten by hand. Make one last 1/4 turn with the pliers to ensure it is secure.
4. While holding onto the bit clip at the end of the 2:1 Tensioning Assembly, pull the
halyard down towards the floor. Be sure the halyard is not engaged in the cam-
lock and can move freely through the Tensioning Block. Attach the bit clip to the
halyard itself on the
LOWER
side of the knot that is located 9 feet from the end of
the halyard. The bit clip should be attached here and the 2:1 Tensioning
Assembly stored in this fashion at all times when not in use. This is done to
prevent the bit clip from accidentally drawing back up to the Tensioning Block
and out of reach. The knot has been intentionally placed in the halyard for you
for the same purpose – to prevent the end of the halyard from sliding up and out
of reach. Repeat Steps 3-4 for each of the other eyebolts on the Tensioning
Wall.
5. Lay the cage net out and stretch it across the floor with the steel rings extended
towards each wall. The three Tensioning Cables should be left resting on top.
If you received
Reach Poles
with your shipment, proceed to the following section
entitled,
“Anchoring Wall Attachment for Standard-Span Systems”
.
If you received
Anchor-End Blocks
with anchoring halyards and rope cleats,
continue to
Step 6
.
