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A guide for:
Kat Play-Around
This product is for animal use only. We do not condone this product for other uses.
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand this guide before installation of this product.
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PN: 006.5100.15
Updated: 10.16.15

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Summary of Contents for SHOR-LINE Kat Play-Around

  • Page 1 A guide for: Kat Play-Around ™ This product is for animal use only. We do not condone this product for other uses. To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand this guide before installation of this product.
  • Page 2 Edges of stainless steel kennels and individual parts may be sharp. We recommend that you always wear gloves during unloading, inspection and assembly. Shor-Line Kennel products are designed for animal use only. Never allow a person in or on your kennel assembly.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Section 2: Pre-Installation Pre-Installation Organization and Review ....................5 Component Parts List..........................5 Hardware..............................6 Required Tools ............................6 Benefits and Features ..........................7 Section 3: Kat Play-Around Assembly Floor Assembly............................8 Kennel Assembly............................11 Shelf Weldment Assembly ........................20 PVC Shelf Panel Assembly ........................23 Top Wire Panel Installation........................25 Sealing Your Kat Play-Around ........................26...
  • Page 4: Section 1: Unpacking & Inspecting Shipment

    {Unpacking & Inspecting Steps} Step 1 The Kat Play-Around requires assembly. As in the example above, the component parts are shipped on skids with protective wrap. Upon receipt the parts for your Kat Play-Around should be carefully examined for possible damage in shipment.
  • Page 5: Section 2: Pre-Installation

    The following charts will outline all the component parts, the hardware and the tools needed to assemble your new kennel. Your new Kat Play-Around has been precision made based on your design decisions such as material, color, etc. Because of the difference in design, the component parts list and hardware list may differ from what is listed in this guide.
  • Page 6: Hardware

    • ½" Combination Wrench • 5/16" Hex Head Driver • Screw Gun • Caulking Gun • C-Clamp Vise Grip • Tape Measure • Carpenter’s Level notE: If missing any parts or hardware please call Shor-Line immediately at 800-444-1579 so we may expedite replacements.
  • Page 7: Benefits And Features

    {Benefits and Features} Need a bigger place for cats to play? The Kat Play-Around™ lets cats climb, jump and play with the benefits of being safely enclosed. The kennel has proven durability, standing up to anything a cat can bring. The color and tempered glass options lets you showcase the frolicking felines, making the unit as good for your facility as it is for the cats.
  • Page 8: Section 3: Kat Play-Around Assembly Floor Assembly

    Section 3: Kat Play-Around Assembly {Floor Assembly} Once you have reviewed sections 1 and 2 and have located and identified all hardware, you are ready to assemble your Kat Play-Around. Edges of steel and stainless steel kennels and individual parts may be sharp. We recommend that you always wear protective gloves during unloading, inspection and assembly.
  • Page 9 Using the measurements from steps 2 and the four #12x1" TEK HX HD screws install a 4-hole plate on the front and one in the back of one side of the Floor Assembly. notE: Going forward this will be the left side. Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com...
  • Page 10 Attaching Floor Panel Step 1 Lay the PVC Floor panel on the floor weld to make sure it fits properly and then remove. Step 2 Place the 2-sided tape on the outer edges of the floor weld. See. Fig. 4. Step 3 Using a caulking gun, apply a generous bead of adhesive E6000 to all of the floor weld cross members.
  • Page 11: Kennel Assembly

    {Kennel Assembly} The Kat Play-Around Kennel is designed to assemble from left to right. The first Side Panel, King Post and Gate Panel are easier to assemble on the floor and then lifted into place. Kennels are heavy and precautions must be taken to protect yourself and others from personal injury.
  • Page 12 Removing Door from Gate Assembly Step 1 Fig. 6 To prevent damage to the glass during assembly, remove the Door from the Gate Panel by slightly opening and TOP HINGE PIN lifting up on the door. Once the door clears the hinge pin at the bottom, pull the bottom of the door toward you.
  • Page 13 Insert the #12x2" TEK HX HD screws through the pre-drilled holes to attach the Gate Panel to the King Post. notE: Make sure Gate Panel and King Post KING POST are flush against each other. GATE PANEL Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {13}...
  • Page 14 Attaching the Left Side Panel with Gate Assembly to the Floor Step 1 Fig. 8 Set the Side Panel with King Post and Gate Assembly attached on the Floor Assembly. See Fig. 8. notE: The Side Panel should be on the side with the 4-hole plates. Step 2 Using the #12x1”...
  • Page 15 1x2". #12X2" TEK HX HD SCREW Step 2 Mount the second Side Panel to the Gate Panel using #12x2" TEK HX HD screws through the pre- drilled holes. FLOOR ASSEMBLY Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {15}...
  • Page 16 Attaching the Back Panel Step 1 Locate the Mounting Brackets that were included in your hardware package. The bracket should have four pre-drilled holes and will be mounted on the inside of the Back Panel. See Fig. 10. notE: To determine which side of the Back Panel is the inside, find the side where the glass is flush to the PVC panel.
  • Page 17 4 pre-drilled holes on the brackets. Fig. 12 DETAIL A Fig. 11 PLACE BRACKETS 2" DOWN FROM TOP AND FLUSH WITH THE SIDE. PLACE BRACKETS 2" UP FROM THE BOTTOM AND FLUSH WITH THE SIDE. Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {17}...
  • Page 18 Installing Right Side Panel 4-Hole Plates Step 1 Fig. 13 Two 4-hole plates will be installed on the Right Side Panel to secure the kennel to the floor. Step 2 To install the front 4 hole plate, use a tape measure to measure back 2 inches from the edge of the front of the Floor Assembly and ¼...
  • Page 19 You should have 2-2x1" for the back and 6-1x1" for the back and each corner of the kennel. Fig. 14 Fig. 15 BACK 4 HOLE PLATE 2" BACK FROM HERE 1X1" BLACK PLASTIC CAP 1/4" UP #12X1" TEK HX 1X2" BLACK FROM HERE HD SCREW PLASTIC CAP 4 HOLE PLATE Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {19}...
  • Page 20: Shelf Weldment Assembly

    {Shelf Weldment Assembly} The Kat Play-Around is also designed with three Shelf Fig. 16 Assemblies. One long shelf (referred to as the Upper Shelf), which is installed across the length of the back panel and (GATE PANEL AND DOOR NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY) two smaller shelves (referred to as the Lower Shelves), one installed on each of the Side Panels.
  • Page 21 (GATE PANEL AND DOOR REMOVED FOR CLARITY) and into the Back Panel to secure. Fig. 19 SIDE BACK PANEL PANEL #12X2" TEK HX HD SCREWS SHELF WELDMENT DETAIL AE SCALE 1 : 1.5 (GATE PANEL AND DOOR REMOVED FOR CLARITY) Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {21}...
  • Page 22 Installing the Lower Shelf Weldment on Right Side Panel Step 1 Fig. 20 A support tube is installed within the layers of the side panels to support the lower shelf assemblies. Using a tape measure, measure 18 ⅞” up from the bottom of the Side Panel.
  • Page 23: Pvc Shelf Panel Assembly

    Shelf Weldment. Step 6 Apply pressure to the shelf panel (GATE PANEL AND DOOR REMOVED FOR CLARITY) to ensure even adhesion. Step 7 Remove excess adhesive from around the bottom edges with a rag or putty knife. Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {23}...
  • Page 24 Installing the Lower Shelf Panel Step 1 Fig. 23 Lay the PVC shelf panel on one Lower Shelf Weldment to make sure it fits and then remove. See Fig. 23. Step 2 Place 2-sided tape on the outer edges of the Lower Shelf Weldment. Step 3 Using a caulking gun, apply a ADHESIVE E6000...
  • Page 25: Top Wire Panel Installation

    Attach the Top Wire Panel to the Side Panels using a #12x1" HX HD screw placed in each of the four slotted holes, with two on top of each Side Panel. Fig. 24 #12 X 1" TEK HX TOP WIRE SLOTTED HD SCREW PANEL TABS DETAIL AH SCALE 1 : 4 Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {25}...
  • Page 26: Sealing Your Kat Play-Around

    Working back to front, seal the Side Panels to the floor. Smooth the sealant with the tip of a gloved finger. notE: Once the entire kennel has been sealed, Shor-Line strongly recommends waiting at least 72 hours for the sealant to cure completely before applying any water or using the kennel.
  • Page 27: Replacing Door

    Place the Door on the top hinge pin and push upward to allow clearance for the bottom hinge pin. Push the bottom of the Door away from yourself and place over the bottom hinge. See Fig. 26. GATE PANEL BOTTOM DOOR HINGE PIN Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com {27}...
  • Page 28: Striker Bar And Latch Installation

    {Striker Bar and Latch Installation} The final step of the Kat Play-Around Assembly is to replace the Door on the Gate Assembly and install hardware on the door. See Fig. 27. Step 1 Install the Striker Bar to the pre-drilled door using a ¼-20 x 1½" hex bolt and a ¼-20 nylox nut. Position the Striker Bar horizontally.
  • Page 29: Section 4: Services, Terms & Conditions, Warranty

    No products will be taken back and credited or replaced unless arrangements for their return have been made in compliance with Seller’s Return Policy stated below. SEE SELLER’S CATALOG FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO FILE A FREIGHT CLAIM. Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com...
  • Page 30 PRODUCT SATISFACTION In the event Buyer is not fully satisfied with the quality or workmanship of a product purchased hereunder, Seller in its sole discretion may arrange either to credit Seller’s account (excluding shipping and handling costs) or replace the product. However, Buyer must notify Seller in writing of its dissatisfaction within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the product from Seller and immediately discontinue its use.
  • Page 31 CONDITIONS found to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, shall be considered inoperative and the remaining TERMS AND CONDITIONS shall be valid and enforceable as though such provisions are not included herein. Contact our Credit Department toll-free for questions at 800.444.1579. Shor-Line 800.444.1579 www.shor-line.com...
  • Page 32 444.1579 281.1500 281.5339 Shor-Line/Schroer Manufacturing Co. 511 Osage Avenue Kansas City, KS 66105 U.S.A. www.shor-line.com...

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