Adjust the Board Tilt
Wally Rebounder can be rotated 360 degrees. To adjust tilt loosen the tilt
control knob and tilt control lever. Tilt the board to desired position and then
re-tighten the knob and lever. Note: the upgraded lever can allow you to make
small changes by using it alone, just keep the round knob finger tight. Do not
overtighten and do not force the board to tilt when the knobs are fully tight.
Adjust the Direction the Board is Facing
Wally Rebounder can also be angled rather than parallel to the back of the table. The steeper you
angle the board away from you, the more the ball will rebound toward the far edge of the table.
This is useful for footwork drills as more aggressive angles will force more movement by the player.
BOARD TILT: CLOSED OR OPEN POSITIONS
The default position (straight up and down) is considered a neutral position. As the board
is tilted downward in a closed position the ball return will be faster with a lower throw
angle and more difficult to play. Tilting the board upwards in a more open position, the
ball return will be slower with a higher throw angle and easier to play. Beginners should
start with the board in a very open position. If balls are rebounding past your end of the
table, close the board angle. If balls are going into the net, you may need to open the
angle of the board as well as check your stroke (see tips).
BOARD BREAK IN
The glue used to attach the rubbers to the board hardens over time. Additionally the rubbers are more
tacky when new, but will become less so and speed up after a few hours of play. These factors make
your rebounder more responsive as it ages. Finally, your board will be more responsive if the rubber is
kept at room temperature as colder rubber has less return action.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Your Wally Rebounder requires minimal maintenance, but periodic dusting and cleaning of all parts is
recommended. To clean and preserve the rubber surface, slightly dampen a clean soft rag with water or
a 50/50 alcohol/water mixture. Commercial table tennis rubber cleaners are also good choices. Wipe
the rubber surface keeping the rag away from any wood surfaces. Wipe across like a squeegee (table
tennis rubber is tacky) to remove any excess liquid. For daily storage it's not necessary to disassemble
the rebound board, but you should loosen both Tilt Control Knobs and adjust the rebound board so that
it hangs straight up/down or slightly closed/down position to prevent dust from collecting. For longer
storage, clean the surface then cover the rubber surface with plastic wrap.
