M&M Treadz Maintenance Manual
X3. SECTION 4 OF THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION’S
OUTDOOR HOME PLAYGROUND SAFETY HANDBOOK
X3.1 Select Protective Surfacing – One of the most important things you can do to reduce the likelihood of serious head injuries is to install shock-
absorbing protective surfacing under and around your play equipment. The protective surfacing should be applied to a depth that is suitable for the
equipment height in accordance with ASTM Specication F 1292. There are dierent types of surfacing to choose from; whichever product you select,
follow these guidelines:
X3.1.1 Loose Fill Materials:
X3.1.1.1 Maintain a minimum depth of 9 inches of loose-ll materials such as wood mulch/ chips, engineered wood ber (EWF), or shredded/ recycled
rubber mulch for equipment up to 8 feet high; and 9 inches of sand or pea gravel for equipment up to 5 feet high. NOTE: An initial ll level of 12 inches
will com-press to about a 9-inch depth of surfacing over time. The surfacing will also compact, displace, and settle, and should be periodically relled
to maintain at least a 9-inch depth.
X3.1.2 Use a minimum of 6 inches of protective surfacing for play equipment less than 4 feet in height. If maintained properly, this should be
adequate. (At depths less than 6 inches, the protective material is too easily displaced or compacted.) NOTE: Do not install home playground equipment
over concrete, asphalt, or any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury to the equipment user. Grass and dirt are not
considered protective surfacing because wear and environmental factors can reduce their shock absorbing eectiveness. Carpeting and thin mats are
generally not adequate protective surfac-ing. Ground level equipment such as a sandbox, activity wall, playhouse or other equipment that has no
elevated play surface does not need any protective surfacing.
X3.1.3 Use containment, such as digging out around the perimeter and/orv lining the perimeter with landscape edging. Don’t forget to account for
water drainage.
X3.1.3.1 Check and maintain the depth of the loose-ll surfacing material. To maintain the right amount of loose-ll materials, mark the correct level
on play equipment support posts. That way you can easily see when to replenish and/or redistribute the surfacing.
X3.1.3.2 Do not install loose ll surfacing over hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt.
X3.1.4 Poured-in-Place Surfaces or Pre-Manufactured Rubber Tiles You may be interested in using surfacing other than loose ll materials like rubber
tiles or poured-in-place surfaces.
X3.1.4.1 Installations of these surfaces generally require a professional and are not “do-it-yourself” projects.
X3.1.4.2 Review surface specications before purchasing this type of surfacing. Ask the installer/ manufacturer for a report showing that the product
has been tested to the following safety standard: ASTM F1292 Standard Specication for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing Materials within the Use
Zone of Playground Equipment. This report should show the specic height for which the surface is intended to protect against serious head injury.
This height should be equal to or greater than the fall height – the vertical distance between a designated play surface (elevated surface for standing,
sitting, or climbing) and the protective surfacing below – of your play equipment.
X3.1.4.3 Check the protective surfacing frequently for wear.
X3.1.5 Placement – Proper placement and maintenance of protective surfacing is essential. Be sure to: X3.1.5.1 Extend surfacing at least 6 feet from
the equipment in all directions.
X3.1.5.2 For to-fro swings, extend protective surfacing in front of and behind the swing to a distance equal to twice the height of the top bar from
which the swing is suspended.
X3.1.5.3 For tire swings, extend surfacing in a circle whose radius is equal to the height of the suspending chain or rope, plus 6 feet in all directions.
To reduce the likelihood of injury please follow the guidelines as outlined in this manual.
Your M&M Web Riderz Swing has been tested to ensure safety and complies with: ASTM F1148 Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specications
for Home Playground Equipment, F1487 Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specications for Playground Equipment for Public Use, and CPSIA
Specications for lead paint.
For assistance please contact:
M&M Sales Enterprises, Inc.
7425 Chavenelle Rd. Suite 200 · Dubuque, IA 52002
877-242-0154 · info@mandmsalesinc.com
www.mandmsalesinc.com
WARNING: This product contains one or more polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon chemicals
(PAHs) known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To learn more visit oehha.ca.gov/prop65.
Assembly, Installation, Operation &
Maintenance Instructions
Treadz Traditional Tire Swing
INSTALLATION
1. Do not install tire swing over concrete, asphalt, packed earth, or any other hard surface. See last page for more
information on proper protective surfacing material.
2. Conrm that the supporting structure is secure, it will support at least 175 pounds, is over level ground, has a
minimum height of 7 feet and is no less than 6 feet on all sides from vertical elements. Tire swing should have a
clearance of at least 1.5 x the total length of all the chain measured from the tree limb/horizontal beam to the metal
swivel spinner attachment point.
3. Tree Limb Assembly - Test tree limb to ensure that it will hold the weight limit of 175 pounds safely. Obtain
additional rope to attach the tire swing to the horizontal (limb) support. The rope used should not be less than the
quality, durability and strength of UV stabilized, 1/2 inch twisted or synthetic waterproof rope. Form a small noose
at one end of your rope and throw it over the tree limb. Run the other end of rope through the noose you created
and tighten rmly. Run the end of rope through the, top opening of the metal swivel spinner. Tie a minimum of TWO
tight knots rmly. Bottom of swing should be no more than 24 inches and no less than 18 inches from the ground.
(See illustration at right.)
At least 6 feet from trunk
or 1½ times the length
of the swings rope
18 inch minumum
ground clearance
Chain
Carabiner
Rope
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. An adult should supervise
play on this product for
children of all ages.
2. Only for family domestic
outdoor use.
3. Dress children appropriately, including wearing
well-tting shoes that fully
protect feet.
4. Instruct children: • To avoid
swinging empty seats or
swings. • To not swing higher
than hook attachment. • Get
o the swing only after it has completely stopped and to hold the chain until both feet are planted rmly on the
ground. • To remove articles before playing on equipment that create hazards when they get tangled and caught
(examples include: ponchos, scarves, and other loose-tting clothing, bike or other sports helmets). • Not to walk
close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items.
DO NOT walk in front or behind
swing while in motion
WARNING: Never swing higher than hook attachment
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
Carefully cut and discard of three zip ties securing chain assembly to tire. Discard cut zip ties. Layout chain and identify parts. Order them from highest hanging point to lowest:
1. Swivel Spinner 4. Washer
2. Carabiner 5. Eye Bolt
3. Chain/ S-Hook/ Eye Nut
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. At the beginning of each play season and at least twice monthly during usage, check all moving parts for wear,
rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
2. Take swing indoors when the temperature drops below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. WARNING: Failure to carry out
these checks and inspections could result in a fall or injury.
4. Swing Set or other Horizontal Beam Assembly - Attach the tire swing to a swing set by removing two sets of
swings from the existing swing set and attach the swivel spinner to the chain support hook using the supplied
carabiner. Allow 1.5x the total length of the chain to the swivel spinner of clearance on each side of the swing from
stationary objects or other swinging elements of any kind. Bottom of swing should be no more than 24 inches and
no less than 18 inches from the ground.
1. Unthread eye nuts and washer from each of the three eye bolts.
2. Place tire on at surface with the three eye bolts holes facing up. (See
at right.)
3. With the washer placed over the eye bolt, insert eye bolt into one of
the holes from the bottom side. Now thread the eye nut (with s-hook
and chain) onto the eye bolt. Check to see that the eye nut is fully threaded onto the eye bolt. Tighten securely.
4. Repeat step 3 with remaining eye bolt assemblies at the two
remaining insertion points.
5. Hold swing as if it were hanging/installing. Make sure chains are
straight and uncrossed from the eye bolts to the carabiner. If the chains
are crossing or twisted with another chain, unhook chains from carabiner
and reattach to carabiner in proper order to keep chains on direct path
from tire to carbineer.
6. Check all connection points at swivel spinner, carabiner, s-hooks, and
eyebolts to make sure they are securely fastened.
7. Proper height adjustment of your swing must be made before use.
Depending on height of hanging point you may need to adjust chain link
placement in carabiner. Attach all three chains at same link placement so
swing hangs level or parallel with ground at link level consistent across
all 3 chains to reach desired hanging height. REMINDER: Bottom of swing
should be no more than 24 inches and no less than 18 inches from
ground.
Holes facing up
5. Eye bolt
4. Washer
3. Chain/s-hook/eye nut
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