Creative Playthings Playtime PS18EAS, Playtime PS18SPH Assembly Manual

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MODEL PS18EAS

ASSEMBLY MANUAL

™

If you have problems or questions about your Creative Playthings play set,

DO NOT CALL THE RETAILER.

Contact Creative Playthings Customer Service at 1-800-598-4997 or

[email protected]

All hardware on this set is specially coated

for corrosion resistance.

If non-Creative Playthings hardware is used,

it must be galvanized or stainless steel.

This product is intended for single

family home/residential use only and

not intended for use in any public

setting. Placement in any public

setting constitutes a misuse of this

product.

Please read the owner’s manual before the

assembly of your Play Set. it provides additional information on the care and use of your Play Set.

You must carefully read the entire instruction man

ual before proceeding with the assembly or use of your new Play Set.

Creative Playthings takes great care to design its

products with your child’s safety in mind. How

ever, only with careful supervision and proper safety instructions, can you be assured of safe play time on any product designed for children.

Save these instructions for reference in case you

need to contact customer service.

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PLAY SET SAFETY

FOR SAFETY SAKE, PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND

CAUTION YOUR CHILDREN APPROPRIATELY.

Observing the following statements & warnings reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal injury:

• Children should use equipment only in its intended manner.

• Children should not wear loose or stringed clothing while using playground equipment.

• Children should not play on equipment in wet weather conditions due to potentially slippery surfaces.

• Children should NOT walk too closely in front of, behind, or between moving swings and trapezes.

• Children should NOT swing empty swing seats.

• Children should NOT jump off swings and/or trapeze while they are in motion.

Children should NOT twist swing chains because this will reduce the strength of the chains.

•

• Children should sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seats.

• Children should NOT be on the top surface of the swing beam.

• Children should NOT use the equipment in a manner other than intended.

• Children should NOT get off the equipment while it is in motion.

• On-site adult supervision is required at all times for children of all ages.

• Until assembly is complete, DO NOT let your children use the Play Set.

• Never fasten anything not approved by Creative Playthings to your Play Set. Accessories or items not ap proved by Creative Playthings include; Dog runs, clothes lines, electrical devices, or bird feeders etc.

• Suspended ropes, chains, and cables must be secured at both ends.

• Suspended ropes, chains, and cables must not be capable of looping back on themselves.

• Do not allow more than 120 lbs. on Single occupancy swing accessories such as the Sling Swing and Trapeze.

• Do NOT allow more than 175 lbs. on multiple use swing accessories such as the Back-to-Back Plastic Glider.

• Do NOT allow more children on the Play Set than can simultaneously use all the swing stations at one time.

• Children MUST NEVER wear bicycle helmets while playing on the play-set.

Assembly Safety:

• Adult assembly required

• Face slide away from the sun.

• Keep the work area clean and clear of obstructions.

• Children should stay out of the work area until the safe play area is cleared of obstacles, the Play Set has been completely assembled, all hardware has been tightened and checked, and all tools have been picked up.

• Keep children off the Play Set until it has been completely assembled.

• Parts of the assembly process may require help from another competent adult.

• Do not stand on the platform until the Play Set has been completely assembled, use a step ladder if you can not reach high enough.

• Follow the manufacturers' safety recommendations for the tools and equipment you use.

• Avoid assembling your Play Set in poor weather conditions.

• Wear proper clothing and safety equipment (safety glasses, boots, and gloves) while assembling your Play Set.

MODEL PS18EAS

19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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SAFE PLAY AREA

SELECTING THE CORRECT LOCATION FOR YOUR PLAY PRODUCT IS IMPORTANT FOR

YOUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY AND THE PRODUCT’S LONGEVITY.

Play Set Dimensions:

• The MODEL PS18EAS Play Set has ground dimensions of 14'-10" x 12'-4".

• The MODEL PS18EAS Play Set requires a level ground surface of 26'-10" x 29'-0" for a Safe Play Area.

• Additional accessories may increase the size of the Safe Play Area.

• The maximum fall height for your MODEL PS18EAS is 87" as measured from the top of the swing beam.

Safe Play Area:

• The Safe Play Area refers to a zone extending 6' (2 meters) beyond the Play Set on all sides, including the slide and the space above the Play Set. Because children may deliberately jump from a moving swing, the Safe Play Area must be extended to 14' (4.27 meters) in front of and behind a swinging Accessory.

• The ground surface must be level. Installing your Play Set on sloping ground can cause it to lean or “rack”. This leaning puts additional stress on all connections and joints and in time will cause those connections to loosen and fail.

• The Safe Play Area must be free of all structures, landscaping, trees and branches, rocks, wires, and other obstacles to safe play. Children can be seriously injured running, or swinging into these obstacles.

• Remove all tripping hazards from the Safe Play Area. Tripping hazards include; roots, stumps, rocks, landscap ing, sprinkler heads, railroad ties, plumbing and electrical connections.

• Do not install your Play Set over concrete, gravel, asphalt, packed earth, or any other hard surface. The follow ing is a list of recommended ground covers from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

RECOMMENDED GROUND COVER

Suggested Material Uncompressed Depth Double Shredded Bark Mulch 9" Uniform Wood Chips 12" Fine Gravel 12" Fine Sand 12"

• Any edging used to contain the ground cover must be beyond the Safe Play Area. (i.e. Landscape Timbers)

Safe play area using

recommended ground cover.

14'

(4.27 M)

(2 M)

Whichever is greater

Landscape Timbers 6' from

play structure.

(2 M)

14'

(4.27 M)

(2 M)

A FALL ONTO A HARD SURFACE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS

INJURY.

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MODEL PS18EAS

19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY HARDWARE:

Illustrations are representative of hardware. Slight variation of appearance may occur.

1/4" Flat Washer 8mm Flat

1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 1" Truss Head Bolt

1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 3" Hex Bolt

Washer

1/4" Lock

Washer

Access. Bracket

(Not to Scale)

1/4" Weld

Nut

1/4 x 3" Lag Screw

1/4 x 2" Lag Screw

1/4 x 1-1/2" Lag Screw

#8 x 1-1/4" Screw

#8 x 1-5/8" Screw

1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt

50568-700 PT Hardware

101 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4" 24 12002-203 Flat Washer 8MM 114 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4" 99 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4" 72 17025-104 Screw #8 x 1-1/4" 142 17025-106 Screw #8 x 1-5/8" 36 17025-112 Screw #8 x 2" 8 17025-109 Screw #8 x 2-1/2" 8 17120-502 Self-Drill Screw #10 x 1-1/2" 8 17003-409 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1" 28 17003-609 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1-1/2" 15 17003-809 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2"

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19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

#8 x 2" Screw

#8 x 2-1/2" Screw

#10 x 1-1/2" Self-Drill Screw

14 17003-1209 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 3" 18 17003-1409 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 3-1/2" 12 17003-1609 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4" 4 17003-1809 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4-1/2" 2 17119-409 Truss Head Bolt 1/4 x 1" 2 17036-601 Lag Screw 1/4 x 1-1/2" 29 17036-801 Lag Screw 1/4 x 2" 8 17036-1201 Lag Screw 1/4 x 3" 4 14161-400 Access Bracket, Green

More hardware is included than is required for assembly.

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PRE ASSEMBLY INFORMATION

CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS Play SetS USE A FEW STANDARD CONNECTIONS. BECOMING

FAMILIAR WITH THESE CONNECTIONS WILL SIMPLIFY ASSEMBLY AND INSURE A

SAFER PLAY PRODUCT FOR YOUR CHILDREN.

Hex Bolt & Weld Nut Assembly Procedure:

Assembly Layout:

Align the holes in the parts to be fastened. Start preliminary tightening of bolt into weld nut by hand. Tighten each bolt with a wrench until the lock washer is fully compressed between the

head of the bolt and the at washer.

Hex Bolt

Correct Assembly:

Bolt has been screwed securely into weld nut and the connection is tight. Check connections periodically for tightness during the life of the Play Set . Do not over tighten.

Incorrect Assembly:

If during assembly or maintenance the bolt pro-

trudes 1/8" past the weld nut, use additional at

washers, call customer service or replace the bolt at a local hardware store. You may be overtightening or using the wrong size bolt.

Failure to replace this bolt with a shorter one

could result in serious injury.

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

Weld Nut

Typical Installation - Lag Screws:

Lag Screw

Flat Washer

• Pilot drill with the appropriate diameter drill bit and then use a socket to tighten.

• DO NOT over tighten

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Typical Installation - Wood Screws:

• Use an electric drill or screw gun to drive screws.

• Drill 1/8" pilot holes where required.

• We recommend that you lubricate the threads of the screws with beeswax or soap to ease installation and minimize breaking screws.

• It is very important to make cer-

tain that the tops of all screws are

ush with the surface of the wood

and there are no protruding sharp edges.

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19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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PLAY SET VIEW

Items Packaged Separately:

60081-102 Playtime Swing Beam AA934-204 2 Swings, 1 Trapeze* (2 Sling Swings & 1 Ring Trapeze) 8515-202 8 Ft. Wave Slide, Green

*Alternative swing features may be included with your set. Use the instructions packed with the swing

equipment for assembly.

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Take inventory of all parts, making sure nothing is missing or defec-

tive. If you nd that parts are missing or defective call the Creative

Playthings Customer Service Department at 1-800-598-4997.

COMPONENT VIEW

A 4 32561-102 Angle Brace 2 x 3 x 17-1/4"

B* 1 33732-102 Stringer 2 x 3 x 59-1/2"

C 1 35441-102 Left Wall Support 5/4 x 6 x 59-1/2"

D* 1 33742-102 Ceiling Joist 1 x 4 x 14-5/8"

F 4 35443-102 Roof Upright 2 x 4 x 20-3/4"

G 1 33760-102 Platform Right 2 x 4 x 59-3/8"

H* 1 33761-102 Platform Left 2 x 4 x 59-3/8"

I 1 33924-102 Safety Rail 2 x 3 x 59-3/8"

J 2 33950-102 Sandbox Side 5/4 x 6 x 59-1/2"

K 2 33731-102 Mid Post 2 x 4 x 32-1/2"

BOX 1 - 60083-331

L 3 33954-102 Narr. Deck Board 5/4 x 4 x 38-5/8"

M 2 35499-102 Rock Upright 2 x 3 x 51-1/2"

N 1 33737-102 Lower Wall Supp. 5/4 x 4 x 59-1/2"

O 5 33920-102 Rock Board 5/4 x 6 x 27"

P 1 35442-102 Right Top Support 5/4 x 6 x 59-1/2"

AA 1 40573-102 Post, Back Left

AB 1 40574-102 Post, Back Right

AC 1 40575-102 Post, Front Left

BOX 2 (CONT'D)

AD 1 40576-102 Post, Front Right

AE 2 33949-102 Sandbox End 5/4 x 6 x 41-1/4"

AF 1 33951-102 Platform Front 5/4 x 6 x 41-1/2"

AG* 1 33952-102 Platform Back 5/4 x 6 x 41-1/2"

AH 9 33953-102 Deck Board 5/4 x 6 x 41-1/2"

AI 1 33955-102 End Support 5/4 x 6 x 41-1/2"

AJ 2 33963-102 Entrance Slat 5/4 x 6 x 24-1/2"

AK 1 33968-102 Front Arch 5/4 x 6 x 41-1/2"

AL 12 33745-402 Roof Board 1 x 6 x 39-1/2"

BOX 3 - 60083-333

AM 1 33702-102 Ladder Rail Left 2 x 3 x 47-1/2"

AN 1 33703-102 Ladder Rail Right 2 x 3 x 47-1/2"

Q 1 35440-102 Rock & Rope Board 5/4 x 6 x 27"

R 5 33921-102 Spacer Board 1 x 4 x 27"

S 12 33741-102 Short Wall Slat 1 x 4 x 19-1/2"

T 1 33972-102 Ladder Slat 1 x 4 x 15-3/4"

U* 5 36515-102 Ground Stake

V 6 33744-102 Rafter 2 x 3 x 31"

W 1 33922-102 Rock Wall Mount 5/4 x 6 x 39-1/2"

BOX 2 - 60083-332

X 2 33956-102 End Joist 5/4 x 6 x 22"

Y 1 33739-102 Short Wall Supp. 5/4 x 4 x 23-1/4"

Z 6 33962-102 Narrow Wall Slat 1 x 4 x 24-1/2"

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AO 2 33923-102 Swing Mount 2 x 3 x 34"

AP 4 14202-400 Ø1" x 15" Rung, Green

AQ 3 15034-100 Hand Grips AR 1 18008-138 Climbing Rope AS 1 50428-400 Climbing Rocks (6) 1 50539-800 PT Hardware Bag 1 50469-100 Playtime Nameplate Pack

AT 1 8515-202 8 Ft. Wave Slide, Green

* Not marked on Play Set View page.

MODEL PS18EAS

19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

YOUR CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS Play Set IS STAINED AT OUR FACTORY.

STAINING IS NOT NEEDED AT THE TIME OF INITIAL ASSEMBLY.

Re-staining Information:

• Pigmented, exterior, water repellent stains are recommended and will provide an excellent barrier against moisture

without hiding the natural wood grain or leaving a lm that may later crack or peel.

• We recommend that you apply stain according to the instructions and precautions recommended by the stain manufacturer.

• It should take three or more quarts to cover your set.

• Contact your local dealer or call Creative Playthings for our staining products.

• All rungs are pre-nished at the factory and do not require any nishing at the time of initial assembly.

• Do not paint, or varnish rungs or steps.

• Avoid using nishes that create slippery surfaces.

Maintenance:

• Wooden playground equipment will last for years with proper maintenance. Maintenance of the Play Set nish will vary

depending on weather and climate.

• As a safety precaution, check all hardware, such as nuts and bolts, for tightness twice a month during use and at the

beginning of each play season. Tighten as required and specied in these instructions. Do not over-tighten.

• Check structure twice monthly during usage for any evidence of deterioration. If upon inspection, hardware has sharp edges, rusted or structural pieces have signs of premature failure; replace them through Creative Playthings Customer Service.

• Oil all metallic moving parts monthly during the usage season.

• The swings, trapeze, tent, rope ladders, and any other removable plastic accessories should be removed and taken indoors when outside temperatures drop below 32° F (0° C).

• Wood will expand and contract as it adjusts to temperature changes and varying moisture conditions. Checks or cracks are a natural characteristic of all wood and will not affect the strength or durability of the wooden components.

• To maintain the nish of your set, a light sanding and an application of an exterior stain will repair scratches and prevent

wood from aging prematurely.

• Finishes applied to ladder rungs must not create a slippery surface. Never varnish.

• The wood parts of your Play Set should never be disposed of by burning.

• Dispose of all parts so as not to create a hazard.

• "Check all coverings for bolts and sharp edges and replace when required."

• "Check swing seats, chains, ropes, and other means of of attachments for evidence of deterioration". Replace through Creative Playthings Customer Service.

• Twice a month during play season rake and check depth of loose ll protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth. Replace as necessary.

Tools & Materials Suggested for Finishing & Assembly:

• Claw Hammer

• Carpenter’s Level

• Box Wrench or Sockets (7/16" & 1/2")

• Electric Drill

• 1/8", 3/16", 5/16" diameter Drill Bits

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19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

• Screwdriver or driver drill (Medium Phillips)

• Locking Pliers

• 10 ft. Tape Measure

• Framing Square

• 6 ft. Step Ladder

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Hex Bolt Assembly:

Throughout this guide a Hex Bolt Assembly consists of one Hex Bolt, one Lock Washer, one Flat Washer and one Weld Nut. Long Weld Nuts are used unless otherwise noted.

STEP 1 — Assemble Posts:

Locate Back Left Post (AA), Back Right Post (AB), Front Left Post (AC), and Front Right Post (AD).

Secure each post using two 1/4 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies through the two central holes as shown at right. If the tip of the Hex Bolt protrudes, add another Flat Washer next to the

rst.

Hint: The posts can be difcult to tell apart. There are three

clues at right.

1) The holes for the Platform Ends are higher on the back Posts.

2) There are no holes for a Lower Wall Support on the Back Right Post.

3) Look at the holes on the narrow edge of the post to tell the Left Front Post from the Right Front Post.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

2) No holes here on Back Right Post

1) These holes are higher on back posts.

STEP 2 — Sandbox Sides:

Fasten one Sandbox Side (J) to the Front Left Post and Back Left Post using 1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies through the top holes and 1/4 x 2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers through the bottom holes.

Repeat the process with the other Sandbox Side and right posts.

Note: Additional help is suggested for

steps 2 through 6 to support the Corner

Posts.

View from the front of the set.

1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolts in top holes, 1/4 x 2" Lag Screws in bottom holes.

3) These holes face opposite on the left & right front posts

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19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 3 — Sandbox Ends:

Fasten one Sandbox End (AE) to the front of the Front Left and Front Right Posts as shown at right. Use 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies in the top holes and 1/4" x 2" Lag Screws with 1/4" Flat Washers in the bottom holes.

Fasten the other Sandbox End (AE) to the back of the Back Left and Back Right Posts in the same way.

Note: Additional help is suggested for

steps 2 through 6 to support the Corner

Posts.

2" Lag Screw in Bottom Holes

4" Hex Bolt Assembly in top holes

STEP 4 — Platform Ends:

Fasten the Platform Front (AF) to the Front Left and Front Right Posts as shown at right. Use 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies in the top holes and 1/4" x 2" Lag Screws with 1/4" Flat Washers in the bottom holes.

Fasten the Platform Back (AG) to the middle post assemblies in the same way.

STEP 5 — Platform Sides:

Fasten the Platform Left (H) to the left posts in the orientation shown using two 1/4 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies.

Fasten the Platform Right (G) to the Front Right Post in the orientation shown using one 1/4 x 3" Hex Bolt Assembly. Rest the other end of the Platform Right in place to be fastened in the following step.

4" Hex Bolt Assembly in top holes

Three 1/4 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies

2" Lag Screw in Bottom Holes

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STEP 6 — Mid Posts & Rock Wall Mount:

Align one Mid Post (K) as shown. Fasten it to the Platform Left using one 1/4 x 3" Hex Bolt Assembly.

Fasten the Rock Wall Mount (W) to the Back Right Post and the Platform Right using one 1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly in the lower right hole.

Fasten the other end of the Rock Wall Mount to the right Mid Post (K) and the Platform Right using one 1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly in the lower left hole.

Fasten one 1/4 x 2" Lag Screw and Flat Washer through the top right hole of the Top Rope Support and into the Back Right Post

Use a level to assure that the right Mid Post is plumb. Drill a 3/16" diameter pilot hole 1-1/4" into the right Mid Post through the top right hole in the Rock Wall Mount. Secure using one 1/4 x 2" Lag Screw and Flat Washer.

STEP 7 — Stringer:

Fasten the Stringer (B) to the Platform Front and Platform Back using two 1/4 x 3" Lag Screws and Flat Washers as shown.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

2" Lag Screw

3/16" pilot drill

3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly

3" Hex Bolt Assembly

3" Lag Screw

STEP 8 — Deck Boards:

Locate the nine Deck Boards (AH) and three Narrow Deck Boards (L) and lay them across the platform supports and Stringer in the arrangement shown at right. Align the ends of

the Deck Boards; the Narrow Deck Boards t between the

uprights.

Starting at the front of the gym fasten each board using #8 x

1-5/8" Screws. For the rst four boards, leave a gap of 1/8"

or less to limit the possibility of clothing being snagged when children use the slide. Space the rest of the boards evenly.

Note that the Narrow Deck Board between the Mid Posts need not align exactly with the Mid Posts.

Evenly space the

back eight boards

< 1/8" gap between

1st four boards

#8 x 1-5/8" Screws

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19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 9 — Access Ladder Rungs & Slat:

Fit four 15" Rungs (AP) into the holes in the Left Ladder Rail

(AM) and the Right Ladder Rail (AN). Set the assembly at

on a solid surface. Make sure that the rungs are completely inserted with the ends of the rungs snug against the bottom of the holes.

Use #10 x 1-1/2" Self-Drilling Screws, through the holes provided, to fasten the rungs in place. (The Self-Drilling Screws have a drill-bit tip. Point the screw toward the center

of rung diameter and press rmly. Do not sink the head of the screw beyond ush with the surface of the wood.

Use four #8 x 2" Screws to fasten the Ladder Slat (T) to the Ladder Rails. The top edge of the Ladder Slat should be about 2-1/4" below the top of the Ladder Rails as shown. Make sure the gap between the top Rung and the Ladder slat is less than 3-1/2"; adjust if necessary. Use a 1/8" diameter pilot drill to make holes for the Screws.

STEP 10 — Left Wall Support & Roof Uprights:

Before this step, check the top two holes in the Mid

Posts (K). If a 1/4" bolt will not t through the holes,

make them bigger using a 5/16" drill.

Orient the Left Wall Support (C) as shown at right. Fasten the Left Wall Support to the Left Front Post using a 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assembly though the top hole and a 1/4 x 2" Lag Screw with Flat Washer in the bottom hole.

Fasten the Left Wall Support to the left Mid Post and one Roof Upright (F) using two 1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies as shown.

Fasten the Left Wall Support to the Back Left Post and one Roof Upright (F) using two 1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies as shown.

3-1/2" Hex Bolts

2" Hex

Bolt

2" Lag Screw

2-1/4"

The top of the ladder is the end with holes in the rails for brackets

STEP 11 — Right Wall Support & Roof Uprights:

As with the previous step. Check the top holes in the Mid Post (K).

Secure the Right Wall Support (P) to the Front Right Post, then the Mid Post and Roof Upright (F), then the Back Left Post and Roof Upright as in the previous step.

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2" Lag Screw

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2" Hex

Bolt

3-1/2" Hex

Bolts

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 12 — Front Arch & Back End Support:

Fasten the Front Arch (AK) to the Front Left and Front Right Posts as shown at right. Use 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies in the top holes and 1/4" x 2" Lag Screws with 1/4" Flat Washers in the bottom holes.

Fasten the End Support (AI) to the Back Left and Back Right Posts as shown. Use 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies in the top holes and 1/4" x 2" Lag Screws with 1/4" Flat Washers in the bottom holes.

STEP 13 — Angle Braces:

Ensure the structure is in the place it will be used. Make any needed ground adjustments before proceeding.

Use a level to determine that all horizontals are level and posts are plumb.

Fasten two Angle Braces (A) to the Platform Left using two 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies as shown. Fasten the bottom of the braces to the lookout posts using 1/4 x 3" Lag Screws with Flat Washers. Be sure to drill 3/16" diameter

pilot holes in the posts before using the Lag Screws.

Fasten two Angle Braces (A) to the front and back of the lower platform using two 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies as shown. Fasten the bottom of the braces to the lookout posts using 1/4 x 3" Lag Screws with Flat Washers. Be sure to drill

3/16" diameter pilot holes before using the Lag Screws.

4" Hex Bolt Assembly in top holes

2" Lag Screw in bottom holes

STEP 14 — Assemble Roof Panels:

Assembly of the Roof Panels will be easiest on a work table

or other at surface.

Lay Out Roof Rafters:

Butt the square-cut end of two Rafters (V) against a straight

at surface. Align the Rafters so they are parallel and the

ends aligned and square. The distance between the Rafters should be 30". Measure from corner to corner both ways. When the two diagonal measurements are the same, the rafters are square.

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30"

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30"

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Fasten Roof Boards:

Start at the angled end of the Roof Rafters. Rest one Roof

Board (AL) on top of the Rafters ush to the angled end. Use

a 1/8" diameter drill to make pilot holes before fastening the Roof Board to the Rafter using four #8 x 1-5/8" Screws. Drill

and screw the rst hole at an angle, as shown, to avoid the

angled cut of the rafter.

Continue with the next three Roof Boards, setting each against the previous Roof Board and fastening them. Once the position of the Rafters is stable, lay the rest of the Roof Boards in place. The sixth Roof Board should overhang the end of the Rafters by approximately 1/2". If the overhang is less than 1/2", evenly space the Roof Boards to achieve an overhang. If the overhang is greater, alternative holes

should be made in the nal Roof Board. Fasten the Roof

Boards using #8 x 2" Screws.

Center Roof Rafter:

Find the center of the Roof Panel Assembly, halfway between the Rafters. Align the a Roof Rafter (V) to the center of the Roof Panel and fasten it in place using 1/8" pilot holes and #8 x 1-5/8" Screws as with the other Rafters.

Assemble Second Roof Panel:

Flip the rst Roof Panel to use it as a template to assemble

the remaining Roof Panel. Place the remaining Rafters tight against the Rafters on the assembled panel. Align the ends. Fasten Roof Boards to the Roof Rafters using 1/8" diam-

eter pilot holes and #8 x 1-5/8" Screws as with the rst Roof

Panel.

STEP 15 — Roof Panels to Roof Uprights:

Fasten one Roof Panel assembly to the left Roof Uprights using 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies.

Repeat with the other Roof Panel on the right uprights. Rest the angled ends Roof Panels against each other.

1/4 x 4-1/2"

Hex Bolt

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STEP 16 — Ceiling Joists:

Adjust the Roof Panels so that the angled ends are even with each other. Fasten an End Joist (X) to the outside of the Rafters on each end. Use two 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies through the upper holes of each End Joist.

Fasten the Ceiling Joist (D) to the center Rafters using two 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies.

Adjust the Roof so it looks even. Adjust the End Rafters to look straight and centered in place. Use a 3/16" diameter drill to make pilot holes in the Rafters through the lower holes in the End Rafters. Secure the End Joists to the Rafters using 1/4 x 2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers through the bottom holes.

STEP 17 — Lower and Short Wall Supports:

Fasten the Lower Wall Support (N) to the Back Left Post, left Mid Post and Front Left Post using 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies through the upper holes. Secure the three lower holes in the Lower Wall Support using 1/4 x 2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers.

Fasten the Short Wall Support (Y) to the right Mid Post and Front Right Post using 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies through the upper holes. Secure the lower holes using 1/4 x 2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Drill 3/16" diam-

eter pilot holes.

STEP 18 — Swing Mounts:

Fasten the two Swing Mounts (AO) to the Left Wall Support and Lower Wall Support using two 1/4 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolts each. Be sure to orient the Swing Mounts so the holes on the sides are near the top.

Hint: if the holes don't line-up, go back to the last step and

ip the Lower Wall Support.

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Parts omitted

for clarity

3-1/2" Hex Bolts

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STEP 19 — Short Wall Slats & Entrance Slats:

Fasten three Short Wall Slats (S) to the Left Wall Support and Lower Wall Support using four #8 x 1-1/4" Screws each. Evenly space the Slats between the front left post and the left Mid Post. The gap between the Slats will be approximately 1-5/8".

Fasten six Short Wall Slats (S) to the Left Wall Support and Lower Wall Support using four #8 x 1-1/4" Screws each. Evenly space the Slats between the back left post and the left Mid Post. The gap between the Slats will be approximately 1-7/8".

Fasten three Short Wall Slats (S) to the Right Top Support and Short Wall Support using four #8 x 1-1/4" Screws each. Evenly space the Slats between the front left post and the left Mid Post. The gap between the Slats will be approximately 1-5/8".

Fasten the Entrance Slats (AJ) to the inside of the Right Wall Support and Rock Wall Mount using #8 x 1-5/8" Screws. Leave a gap of 19" between the Entrance Slats.

STEP 20 — Narrow Wall Slats:

Fasten six Narrow Wall Slats (Z) to the Platform Back and End Support using four #8 x 1-1/4" Screws each. Evenly space the Slats between the Back Left Post and Back Right Post. The gap between the Slats will be approximately 2-3/4".

19"

STEP 21 — Climber Rails:

Fasten one Access Bracket to the top of each Climber Rail (N) using one 1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly.

Fasten each Bracket-Rail assembly to the Rock Wall Mount using one 1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt Assembly.

1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt

1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt

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Parts omitted

for clarity

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STEP 22 — Rock, Rope & Spacer Boards:

Fasten one Rock Board (O) to the top of the Climber Rails using two #8 x 2" Screws, in the top corner holes only. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes for the screws to prevent splitting of the Climber Rails.

Fasten the Rock & Rope Board (Q) to the bottom of the Climber Rails using two #8 x 2" Screws, in the bottom corner holes only. Use a 1/8" diameter drill to create pilot holes for the screws to prevent splitting of the Climber Rails.

Measure the diagonal distance from the top left corner of the Rock Board to the bottom right corner of the Rock & Rope Board. Measure the opposite diagonal. Adjust the position of the Climber Rails until the diagonal measurements are equal.

Secure the Rock Board and Rock & Rope Board using #8 x 2" Screws with pilot holes.

Evenly space four Rock Boards (O) and ve Spacer Boards

(R) between the top Rock Board and Bottom Rope Board in the pattern shown at right. The gap between boards will be approximately 3/8". Secure each Spacer Board to the Climber Rails using four #8 x 1-5/8" Screws. Secure each Rock Board to the Climber Rails using four #8 x 2" Screws with pilot holes.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Use #8 x 2"

Screws for Rock Boards

Use #8 x 1-5/8" Screws for Spacer Boards

Gaps approx. 3/8"

STEP 23 — Climbing Rocks:

Fasten one Climbing Rock (AS) to each Rock Board using two 1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolts, 1/4 Lock Washers, 8mm Flat

Washers and 1/4" Weld Nuts.

STEP 24 — Safety Rail:

Hold the Safety Rail (I) in place against the left posts, under the Swing Mounts, approximately 23" above the ground.

Make sure no fasteners conict with the placement. Drill a

3/16" diameter pilot hole 1-1/2" deep into the post at one end of the Safety Rail. Fasten the Safety Rail to the post using one 1/4 x 3" Lag Screw and Flat Washer.

Swing the Safety Rail into position and make sure it is level. Drill a pilot hole into the post at the other end of the Safety Rail. Fasten using one 1/4 x 3" Lag Screw and Flat Washer

1/4" Lock

Washer

8mm Flat

Washer

1/4 x 1-1/2"

Hex Bolt

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STEP 25 — Access Ladder:

Fasten one Access Bracket to inside of each Ladder Rail using 1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies as shown at right.

Note: Temporarily place the Slide into position to help judge the best placement of the Access Ladder. Make sure that all

hardware has room to t before drilling.

See the standard placement at bottom right.

Lean the Access Ladder against the gym with the Access

Brackets at against the Platform Front and the lower edge of the Brackets ush with the lower edge of the Platform

Front.

Drill 5/16" diameter holes through the holes in the Brackets and through the Platform Front. Secure the Brackets using 1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt Assemblies.

1/4 x 1-1/2"

Hex Bolt

1/4 x 1" Hex Bolts

STEP 26 — Hand Grips to Entrance Slats:

Fasten one Hand Grip (AQ) to each Entrance Slat above the Cargo Net using two 1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt Assemblies for each.

Drill 5/16" dia. holes

1-3/8"

1/4 x 1"

Hex Bolt

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STEP 27 — Front Hand Grip:

Hold one Hand Grip (AQ) against the front face of the front right post above the Access Ladder. The lower hole should be 8" above the top of the platform.

Drill 3/16" diameter pilot holes 1" deep into the post through the holes in the Hand Grip. Fasten using 1/4 x 1-1/2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers.

STEP 28 — Climbing Rope:

Note the 5/8" diameter hole above the arch in the Right Wall Support.

Push one end of the Climbing Rope (AR) through the hole in

the Right Wall Support. Tie a gure-eight knot at the end of

the rope, inside the gym. Leave at least 3" of rope extending beyond the knot inside the gym.

From the outside of the gym, tie an overhand knot approximately every 9" along the length of the rope. Make sure each knot is tight.

Push the loose end of the rope through the hole in the Bot-

tom Rope Support. Pull the rope taut and tie a gure-eight

knot to secure it.

Set the Climber Rails into the playground surface to ensure that the bottom rope connection is as close to the ground as possible.

IMPORTANT: Check the rope often. At no time should the bottom end of the rope be untied or the rope loose enough to form a loop. This presents extreme danger to your children.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

3/16" Pilot Drill & 1/4" x

1-1/2" Lag Screw

Figure Eight

Knot

If the rope is too long you can tie extra knots along the length of the rope. If too short, remove knots.

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Overhand

Knot

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STEP 29 — Slide:

Place your Slide in the opening in the tower front as shown. Pull it tight to the platform until it stops against the Platform. Check that the Slide extends out perpendicular from the play set.

Using the holes in the slide for guides, drill two 5/16" diameter holes through the Platform Boards and secure the Slide using two 1/4" x 1" Truss Head Bolts from the top and 1/4" Weld Nuts from below.

Note: Depending on the Slide, you may nd that the holes

you drill encounter a framing member. If so, stop drilling after piercing the Deck Board. Loosen the Deck Board and insert the Weld Nuts from the underside. If desired, a 1" spade drill bit can be used to clear a space for the base of the Weld Nut in the Framing Member. Re-attach the Platform Board and continue securing the Slide.

STEP 30 — Swing Beam & Swings:

Install the Swing Beam as instructed by the assembly guide included with the Beam. The nameplate is included in box one of this tower.

Hang the Swings and Ring Trapeze in the positions shown below. U.S. safety standards require a minimum clearance of 8" from the bottom of each Swing Accessory to the ground. U.K. (& E.U.) safety standards require a minimum clearance of 350mm (13-3/4") between the bottom of each Swing Accessory and the ground.

The height of each Swing Accessory is adjusted by using a different link in the chain. Be sure to hang the Swings Accessories with ground clearance greater than or equal to the safety standard for your

region.

STEP 31 — Ground Stakes:

Hammer two Ground Stakes next to the Front Left Post and Back Right Post as shown. The top of the Ground Stake should be minimum of 1/8" below the top of the Sandbox Sides. Secure each stake to the adjacent Sandbox Side using two #8 x 2" Screws through the predrilled holes.

Hammer Ground Stakes next to the Access Ladder and Cargo Upright as shown. Secure each stake with two #8 x 2-1/2" Screws through the pre-drilled holes. Secure the Beam Legs in the same manner.

Note: Do NOT use concrete to set Ground Stakes. Pound a metal spike or rod into the ground to start a hole in hard or rocky ground.

Inspect your work; make sure all fasteners are secured properly and the area is clear of hazards before allowing children on the Swing Set.

#8 x 2-1/2"

Screw

Save all instruction sheets and receipts in case it becomes necessary to contact

Creative Playthings for warranty service and/or part replacement. The warranty

can be found in your Owner’s Manual.

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19862-600 Rev E (01-19)

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