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Airwalker Installation
Since each installation is unique, it is strongly recommended that your Airwalker be
professionally installed to ensure your intended location will safely support the weight of your
child.
Proper installation of the eye bolt is critical to the safety of using the Airwalker. We recommend
using a forged (
not formed
) steel eyebolt, purchased from an industrial hardware or marine
supply store and properly bolted into your ceiling support structure. You can also purchase
suspension hardware directly from SouthPaw Enterprises. They have a ceiling support manual to
assist you, and they can help you determine the safety of your structure. You can reach
SouthPaw by e-mail at [email protected] or phone at (800) 228-1698.
Installer Information
The typical installation consists of a forged (
not
formed
) eyebolt rated for at least 1200 lbs mounted
through a hole drilled in the center of an exposed
overhead wooden beam or joist secured with a fender
washer, lock washer and nut on top. The
recommended eyebolt is either ⅜” or ½” in diameter
and must be an inch longer than the thickness of the
beam. A screw eyebolt or hook should not be used
because they will not meet weight load and safety
requirements.
When properly installed (bolted in, not
screwed in), the forged eyebolt can
sustain a 1,000-pound working load at
up to a 45-degree angle in any direction.
In those cases where the top of the joist
is not available due to an overhead floor,
attachment may be made with a Simpson
Strong Tie (DTT2Z) which employs 8
screws mounted into the side of the
overhead beam or joist. This bracket
requires the addition of ½” x 1½” long
forged eyebolt with fender washer, lock
washer and nut (see photo). For other
hanging situations, please consult Dye-
namic Movement Products or a local
structural engineer.
⅜
” Forged Eye Bolt
Formed Eye Bolt — Do Not Use!
Simpson Strong Tie (DTT2Z) with
⅜
” Eye Bolt
