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Before you begin:
Laying Out Your
Components
Choose your space.
Remember, EZ ICE rinks can handle
up to 9 inches of slope - the difference between your
lowest and highest points of the rink. Be sure to measure
the slope of your yard before setting up your rink.
Ensure that you will have enough room in your space for
your particular rink. Note that the
PRO Brackets
extend
about 15 inches beyond the rink. This will add extra
space to the rink’s perimeter. We recommend factoring
in an additional 2.5 feet to the total length and width of
your rink to account for the
PRO Brackets
on all sides.
Once you’ve chosen a location, begin to visualize your
rink. Lay the
Straight and Corner Boards
on the ground
where the rink will go.
Next, lay the
Brackets
and
Board Connectors
on the
ground where each board connects with the next.
Each
Bracket
should have at least 1 (Single) Buckle
connected to it.
LAYOUT TIP #1: Measuring Slope
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Even if your yard looks completely
flat to the eye, it is still a good idea
to measure it using a laser level.
Select an area of your yard that will
have the least amount of slope, and
no more than 9 inches.
LAYOUT TIP #2: Your Liner
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We recommend leaving your liner in the
box until you are ready to add it on. This
will minimize the potential for rips or
damage to the liner. It is best practice to
treat your liner, and the box it came in,
with care. Avoid dropping the box, or
using a boxcutter when opening it, as
this can tear the plastic.
LAYOUT TIP #3: Installing on snow
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Try not to install the rink on top of
snow. If there is more than 1-2
inches of snow on the ground, we
recommend clearing it away before
setting up your rink.
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