SPORTSPOWER MSC-3878 Owner's Manual

INTRODUCTION

Dear V alu ed Custo mer,

Congratulations on your Sportspower play set purchase! Please read and completely understand the
contents of this owner’s manual. This manual contains specific instructions and warnings that must be followed
to prevent injuries.

This play set is for residential use only. This play set is NOT intended for public or commercial use. The
warranty will be voided if the play set is used in a commercial application.

The product is designed for children between the ages of 3-8. Children must NOT play on this set until it is
properly assembled and inspected by an adult. Adult supervision is required at all times while children are
playing on the equipment. Do not allow children under six (6) years old to be near during the assembly of this
product due to choking hazards of small parts.

The equipment must be installed on level ground. Uneven ground must be leveled prior to installation.
Installation on sloping or uneven ground will put stress on the joints, causing the unit to become loose and
unstable which may result in serious injuries. You must ensure there are no obstructions or structures (e.g.
electrical wires, branches, house, fence, garage, etc) within six (6) feet from the equipment.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook recommend to
install and maintain the playground equipment over at least 9 inches of wood chips, mulch or shredded rubber
(for equipment up to 8 feet high) or sand or pea gravel (for equipment no more than 5 feet high) as shock
absorbing material. Dirt and grass, which are the most prevalent surfaces under home playground equipment,
do not adequately protect children from serious head injuries. Install protective surfacing at least six feet in all
directions from play equ ip ment. For swings, the surface sho uld ext end, in ba ck an d fro nt, twice t he hei ght of th e
suspending bar. Do not install your play set over hard surface, e.g. asphalt , concr ete, packed earth, tile or brick
floor. Please refer to extracts from the CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION’S OUTDOOR HOME
PLAYGROUND SAFETY HANDBOOK contained in this manual for further details.

Do not allow children to use the product during windy or wet weather conditions. It is highly recommended
the product be anchored into the ground to pr event moveme nt and to make the sw ing set more st able during us e.
You should consult a local contractor about ways to anchor the product in your location.

The equipment must be checked before each use and maint ained regu larly. This includes, but is not limited
to inspecting the play set for cracks, excess wear, missing parts, loose connections and for overall integrity.
When the equipment shows a ny signs o f weakness or damage, you must stop using the play set immediately,
properly store the set or restrict access by users until the condition is resolved.

Your product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship. Extended warranty is also
offered to those customers registering their products at

www.sportspowerltd.net within 14 days from the

date of purchase. Please refer to our warr anty policy at the back of this manual for details.

If you experience any proble m s wit h y our prod uc t, do not re turn t o th e st ore. For customer ser vi ce,
please call 1-866-370-2131 Monday -Friday 9:00am-5: 00pm Easter n Ti me. If you are unable to reach us at
this number for a ny reason, please visit

www.sportspowerltd.net.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

WARNING

READ ALL I NSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT

AGE LIMIT

 This product is designed to be used by up to eight (8) children between the ages of 3 to 8. Maximum user

weight is 100 pounds (45.4kg) each with a combined maximum weight of 800 poun ds (363kg).
 The play set is designed for children over three (3) years of age. U se by smaller children can result in

entrapment.

 On-site adult supervision is requir ed at all times for children of all ages.
 Do not allow use by children with any physical condition that may affect his/her ability to use this equipment

safely.

BEFORE YOU BEGI N

 Carefully read all instruct ions in this manual before assembling and using this product.
 The unit must be assembled by adults. Heavy duty working gloves must be worn to avoid injuries during

assembly.

 Children must not use the equipment until it is properly assembled and anchored.
 Adult supervision is requir ed dur ing the use of this equipment at all times.
 Unpack all parts. Take a complete inventory of all parts and hardware using the parts and hardware lists in

the following pages. I f any par t s are missin g, do not r et ur n t o the store. Please call customer service toll-free

number listed on the cover pag e for assistance. Store the prod uct bac k in the or iginal box and do not begin to

install until all parts are obtained.

LOCATION OF PLAY SET

 The equipment must be placed more than six(6) feet(1.8 meter) from any structures or obstructions,

including but not limited to buildings, fence, garage, trees, laundry lines, electrical wires. Children can be

seriously injured running or swinging into obstacles.
 The play set must be installed on level ground. Uneven ground must be leveled prior to installation.

Installation on sloping or uneven ground will put stress on the joints, causing the unit to become loose and

unstable which may result in serious injuries.
 Remove any tripping hazards from the safe play area, such as roots, tree stumps, rocks, landscaping,

sprinkler heads, railroad ti es, plumbing and electrical connections.

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 Do not install your play set over hard surface, e.g. asphalt, concrete, packed earth, tile or brick floor.

A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury or death to the user. The following is a list of

recommended ground cov er s from the Consumer Product Safety Commission:

SUGGESTE D M ATERIAL

 DO NOT use this equipment if the swing seat, slide or any parts are wet. Use the play set only when the

parts are clean and dry. If the equipment is w et , t he us er could slip and suffer injuries.

UNCOMPRESSED DEPTH
Double Shredded Bark Mulch 9”
Uniform Wood Ch ip s 12”
Fine Gravel 12”
Fine Sand 12”

The Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook recommend to

install and maintain the playground equipment over at least 9 inches of wood chips, mulch or shredded
rubber (for equipment up to 8 feet high) or sand or pea gravel (for equipment no more than 5 feet high) as
shock absorbing material. Dirt and grass, which are the most prevalent surfaces under home playground
equipment, do not adequately protect children from serious head injuries. Install protective surfacing at
least six feet in all directions from play equipment. For swings, the surface should extend, in back and front,
twice the height of the suspending bar. You should consult a local contractor about ways to secure the
product in your location. Do not install your play set over hard surface, e.g. asphalt, concrete, packed earth,
tile or brick floor. Please refer to the CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION’S OUTDOOR
HOME PLAYGROUND SAFETY HANDBOOK for detailed guidelines to prevent injuries from falls and other
hazards on public and home playgrounds.

WA RNING S ON ANCHO RING

It is highly recommended the product be anchor ed into the ground to prevent movement and to make t he sw ing
set more stable during use.

Some consumers want an anchoring system that allows the product to be moved to different locations. Other
consumers want to keep their swing set in a permanent location.

There are different types and different methods of anchoring this product. Sport spower does not make a specific
anchoring recommendat ion as each consumer’s need and conditions can vary.

It is highly recommende d that y ou see k the opi nion fr om a local licen sed cont ra ctor on the best way to se cur e the
swing set in your location. The best way to anchor a product is to create a concr et e fo oting and use that as a
base for an anchor. Whatever method you prefer for your location, a n anchor ing syst em for th is product s hould be
used at all times.

WEATHER CONDITIO NS

 Please be aware of weather conditions when using the equipment. If it is too windy, users could lose control

and suffer injuries. The playground equipment must be properly anchored, stored away or restricted from
use during inclement weather such as heavy winds or severe weather storms. You should consult a local
contractor about ways to anchor the product in your location.

PLAY SUPERVISION

 DO NOT allow more tha n one ch ild t o play on the individual swing, trampoline or slide component at any one

time. The maximum user limit for the flying saucer and glide ride is two persons.

 DO NOT allow children to stand on the slide, swing seats or g lid e r ide.
 DO NOT allow children to walk too close to moving parts. ALWAYS keep a safe distance to avoid being

struck by other children while playing on swings, slides, trampolines etc.

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 DO NOT allow children to twist the swing chains or ropes, or loop them over the top support bar as this may

reduce the strength of the chain or rope.

 DO NOT swing empty seats as this may cause injuries.
 ALWAYS guide children to sit in the center of swinging parts, with their full weight placed in the seat center

and holding on to the swing chains.

 DO NOT allow children to jump off the equipment while it is in motion. ALWAYS come to a full stop before

dismounting.

 ALWAYS dress children appropriately for proper play, e.g. wear well-fitted rubber sole shoes, and remove

loose or sharp items such as jewelry, hair accessories, scarves which may become entangled in the
equipment or cause injuries.

 ALWA YS make sure children remove their bike or other spor ts helmets before playing on the play gr ound.
 DO NOT allow children to slide down head first.
 DO NOT allow children to climb onto swing or jump to/from different play areas of the equipment.
 ALWA YS return safely to the ground before approaching another play area.
 DO NOT allow children to climb on structural parts (e.g. legs, top bar). These are structural components

and are not designed for play.

 ALWAYS check the slide or other parts exposed to the body for extreme heat from the sun before allowing

children to use the equipment.

 ALWA YS prevent access and secure from any unauthor iz ed use w hen there is no adult supervision.
 DO NOT allow pets or ot her animals near the equipment to prevent dam age or injuries.

 Adequate overhead clear ance i s essential. A minimum of 24 ft (7.3 meters) from ground level is

recommended. Provide c l ear ance for wires, tree limbs, and other possible hazards.

 Use the trampoline in a well-lit area. Artificial illumin at ion may be required for shady areas.

TRAMPOLINE WARNINGS

 Do not allow more than one person on the trampoline at a time. Multiple users can cause loss of control,

collision or falls that could result in serious i njury.

 Jumpers should remov e t heir shoes and wear either socks or be barefoot wh en usi ng the trampoline.
 Do not jump onto the trampoline. Car efully step on and off the trampoline mat. Do not use the trampoline as

a springboard to other objects. Do not jump to or from the trampoline to the flying saucer or any other
component of the swing set .

 Avoid bouncing too high. Maintain control of the bounce and focus on landing in the center of the

trampoline.

 Bounce only when the surfac e of the mat is dry. Do not use dur ing w et or windy conditions.
 Never use the trampoline w ithout the frame padding properly secured and full y covering the frame.
 Remove any obstructions from beneath the trampoline before each use.
 Do not allow any pets onto the trampoline as the mat may be damaged.
 Any type of sharp or pointed ob jects must be kept off the trampoline mat at al l t imes.
 Always inspect the trampoline before each use and replace any worn, defective or missing parts. Please

make sure to check following co nditions that could represent potential haz ar ds bef or e using:

- Missing, improperly posit ioned, damaged or insecurely attached frame padding.

- Punctures, frays, tears or hol es worn in the bed or frame padding.

- Deterioration in the stitching or fabric of the bed or frame padding.

- Broken, missing or damaged springs.

- A bent or br oken frame.

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- A sagg ing, broken bed.

- Sharp protrusions on the fram e or suspension system.

- Protrusions of any types (especially sharp typed) on the frame, springs or mat.

- Loose stitching or any kind of det erioration of the mat.

If any of the above conditions exist, restrict use until proper repairs or replac ements are made.

 Do NOT attempt or allow somersaults. Landing on the head and neck can cause serious injury, paralysis,

or death, even when landing in the middle of the mat.



Use trampoline only with mature, knowledgeable supervision.



Step on and off the trampoline. It is a dangerous practice to jump from the trampoline to the floor or
ground when dismounting, or to jump onto the trampoline when mounting.

 Stop bounce by flexing knees as feet come in contact with the mat. Learn this skill before attempting others.
 Learn fundamental bounces and body positions thoroughly before trying more advanced skills. A

variety of trampoline activities can be carried out by performing the basic fundamentals in various
series and combinations, performing one fundamental after another, with or without feet bounces

between them.



Control is more important than height.



While keeping the head erect, focus eyes on the trampoline toward the perimeter. This will help
control bounce.

 Avoid bouncing when tired. Keep turns short.


Properly secure the trampoline when not in use. Protect it against unauthorized use. Keep objects
away which could interfere with the performer. Maintain a clear area around the trampoline.

Responsibilities of the user

The key here is to stay in control of your jumps. DO NOT move onto more complicated, more difficult maneuvers
until you have mastered the basic, fundamental bounce. Read, understand, and practice all precautions and
warnings prior to using the trampoline. A controlled jump is when you land and take off from the same location.
For additional tips and instructions, contact a certified trampol ine instructor.

Supervisor’s or owner’s role in preventin g injuries

It is the responsibility of the supervisor(s) of the trampoline users to provide knowledgeable and mature
supervision. They need to know and enforce all the rules and warnings set forth in this manual in order to
minimize the likelihood of accidents and injuries and to inform users of these rules. During the periods of time
when supervision is unavailable or inadequate, the trampoline should be disassembled and stored in a secure
place to prevent unauthorized use. The supervisor is also responsible to ensure that the safety placard is placed
on the trampoline and that the jumpers are informed of these warnings and instructions.

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INSPECTION PRIOR TO EACH USE OR DAILY INSPECTION

 DO NOT use the equipment if any bolts or nuts are missing or loose. ALWAYS check to ensure the

equipment and all parts are well secured and stable before each use.

 ALWA YS clear the pl ay area of any rocks, sharp obj ects, or any materials t hat could be potent ially haz ardous

to users.

 DO NOT attach items to the equipment that are not specifically designed for use with the equipment,

including, but not limited to, jump ropes, clothesline, pet leashes, cables and chains as they may cause
choke hazards.

 The steel and plastic parts used in your product are subject to normal wear. Gradual deterioration of the

material will occur, the speed of which will depend on the level of exposure to UV rays, airborne pollution,
outdoor weather conditions such as rain and wind and the amount of use. You must inspect the equipment
prior to every use. This includes, but is not limited to inspecting the set for cracks, excess wear, missing
parts, loose connections, and for overall integrity. When the set shows any signs of weakness, you must
stop using the play set immediately, properly store the set or restrict access by users until the condition is
resolved.

 Verify that the suspended climbing r opes, chain or cabl e are secured at both ends and t ightened, so t hat

there is no loose ropes, chain or cable hanging that can result in choking hazard.

When conducting inspections, it is recommended that you use the Suggested General Maintenance

Checklist and Routine Ins pection and Maintenance Is s ues checklists provided by the US C ons umer

Product Safety Commiss ion, a c opy of which is contained in this us er manual.

CARE & MAINTE NA NCE INSTRUCTIONS

 Inspect all nuts and bolts twice monthly during the usage seaso n for t i ght ness and tighten as required. It is

particularly important that this procedure is followed at t he beginning of each season.

 Oil all metallic moving parts monthly during the usage perio d.
 Sand rusted areas on met al t ubi ng and repaint using a nonlead-based p ai nt meeting the requirements of

Title 16 CFR Par t 1303.

 Check swing seats, r opes, cables and chains monthly during usage season for deterioration. Replacements

should be made in accordance w it h the manufacturer’s instructions.

 Check all coverings for bolts and sharp edges twice monthly during usage season to be certain that they are

in place and replace when necessary. It is especially important to do this at the beginning of each new
season.

 Do not use when the temperature dr ops below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C); remove and store the plastic

swing seats and slides indoors.

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IMPORTANT

CONSUMER INFORMATION SHEET

The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates there are more than 200,000 playground related injuries
involving children each year. Injuries involving this hazard pattern tend to be among the most serious of all
playground injuries and ha ve the pote ntial to be fatal, particularly when th e injury is to the hea d. The surface under
and around playground e quipment can be a m ajor factor in deter mining the injur y-causing potent ial of a fall. It is self
evident that a fall onto a shock absorbing surface is less likely to cause a serious injury than a fall onto a hard surface.
Playground equipment s hould never be placed on hard surfaces s uch as concrete or asphalt and while grass m ay
appear to be acceptable it may quick ly turn to har d packed ear th in areas of high traf fic. Shredded b ark , mulch,,wood
chips, fine sand or fine gravel are considered to be acceptable shock absorbing surface when installed and maintained
at a sufficient depth under and around playground equipment.
Table below lists the maximum height from which a child would not be expected to sustain a life-threatening head injury
in a fall onto four different loose-fill surfacing materials if they are installed and maintained at depths of 6” (15.25CM), 9”
(22.9CM), and 12” (30.5CM).

However,it should be recog nized that a ll injuri es du e to f alls cann ot be pr evente d no m at ter what surf acing mater ial is
used.
We recommend that a shock absorbing m aterial s hould ex tend a m inim um of 6ft in all dir ections fr om the perim eter of
stationary equipment s uch as clim bers and slides. However, beca use children m ay deliberately jump from a moving
swing, the shock abs orbing m aterial sh ould ext end in t he front and rear of a swing a m inim um distance of 2 tim es the
height of the pivot point measured from a point directly beneath the pivot on the supporting structure.
This information is intend ed to assist in comparing the relative shock -absorbing properties of various m aterials. No
particular material is rec omm ended o ver ano ther. However, each material is on l y eff ective when Pro perl y mainta ined.
Materials should b e ch eck ed periodic all y and r eplenis hed to m aintai n correc t de pth as de term ined necess ary f or your
equipment. The choice of a material dep ends on the type and height of the playground equi pment, the a vailabilit y of
the material in your area and its cost.
Note: The maximum fall height f or this product is 6 feet. T he minimum ground Clearanc e between the bottom of the
suspended plays and the playing or ground service must be 8 inches.

This information has been extracted from the CPSC publication on" Playground Safety". You can obtain more information by sending a postcard to
the: Office of public Affairs，U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission，Washington，D.C.20207

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ANCHORING

(NOTE:ANCHORS ARE NOT INCLUDED-MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY)

There are different ways of anchoring the equipment, depending on the type of ground on which
the equipment is to be installed. Make sure that all anchors are below ground level to prevent
tripping.

You should consult your local contractor to decide the most appropriate way to anchor the
equipment in your location.

The following anchoring options may be considered:

 If your soil is hard (clay, etc.), the corkscrew method may be suitable.

Corkscrew Anchoring (Corkscrew Anchors not included)

 Be sure that the swing set is located on level ground.
 Twist the corkscr ew anchor i nto th e g round un til only the e nd with the hook is above the g ro un d

and next to the leg. Insert the hook into the bottom opening of the leg.
Ensure that the hook is secured onto the leg opening.

Concrete Anchoring (Materials not included)

● If the swing set is set up on grounds with sandy soil (soft) condition, it must be
anchored with concrete footing (concrete not included)

● Be sure that the swing set is assembled and placed on level ground

● Dig holes around swing leg tube, as shown in drawing in the next page. As you dig

deeper, enlarge the diameter of the hole to fix the cement

● Place 2 inches of brick or gravel underneath the leg, as show n in drawing i n the next
page

● Use about 45 lbs. of concrete per leg

● Cover the concrete with dirt and protective surface material

● Allow 6-7 days for the concrete to dry properly

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Note: The maximum fall height for this product is 6 feet. The minimum ground

clearance between the bottom of the suspended pl ays and the pla ying
or ground surface must be 8 inches.

You must maintain a minimum of 8 inches of ground clearance.

WARNING
Please properly anchor the swing set to minimize the risk of injury or death.
If the swing set is used without proper anchoring, it may be dangerous and
may tilt over.

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FRAME LEG

CONCRETE

BRICK OR GRAVEL BED

2”

12-5/8”

5”

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

 Tighten all hardw are.

A T THE B EGINNING OF EACH PLAY SE ASON:

 Lubricate all met allic mov ing parts per manufactur er’s instru ctions.
 Check all pr otectiv e cover ings on b olts, pi pes, e dges, a nd corner s. Replace if they are loose,

cracked, or missing.

 Check all mov ing par ts inc luding sw ing sea ts, ro pes, cabl es and c hains for w ear, rus t or other

deteriorati on. Repl ace as ne eded.

 Check metal parts for rust. I f found, sand and repaint using a non-lead paint meeting the

requirements of 16 CFR 1303.

 Reinstall any plasti c parts , such as sw ing seats or any other it ems th at were removed for the cold

season.

 Rake and check depth of loos e fill protecti ve sur facing m aterials to pr event c ompacti on and t o

maintain appr opriate de pth. Replac e as needed.

TWICE A MONTH DURING PLAY SEASON:

 Tighten all hardware.
 Check all protectiv e cov erings o n bolts, pipes, edges and corners. Replace if they ar e loos e,

cracked or missing.

 Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing mat erials to prev ent co mpaction and t o

maintain appropr iate dep th. Replace as needed.
ONCE A MONTH DURING PLAY SEASON:

 Lubricate all metall ic moving parts per manufacturer’s in structions .
 Check all moving parts i ncludi ng swi ng seats, ropes, c ables and chains for w ear, rust or other

deteriorati on. Repl ace as ne eded.

 Rake and check d epth of l oose fill prot ective s urfaci ng mater ials t o preven t comp action a nd to

maintain appropr iate dep th. Replace as needed.

 At the end of each play season or when the te mperat ure drops below 32 deg rees F ( 0 degr ees C).

AT THE END OF EACH PLAY SEAS ON:

 Remove plas tic sw ing seat s and ot her it ems as s pecifi ed by th e manu factur er and t ake indo ors or

do not use.

 Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to preven t comp action a nd to

maintain appr opriat e depth. Repl ace as needed.

As a general rule, maintenance should be performed at any time it is deemed necessary.

 Please use c are when disas sembling th e equipment , when it is no longer in op eration al condi tion.

Wear heavy duty working gloves to avoid inj uries .

DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS

 Fully disass emble th e entir e swing and sli de set s befor e disp osal. Do not l eave p artiall y

disassemble d par ts in areas ac cessi ble by c hildren.

 Should you w ish to recycle the steel tubing , please take the frame to your local re cycli ng cent er .
 All plastic parts can be re cycled, take it to y our loc al recyc ling c enter. Do not let c hildren play with

any disassembl ed part s meant for dis posal, suc h as chains, sli de, tubing , bolts, nuts, screws, etc.

 All rusted par ts, bol ts must b e properly disposed of in trash bin. Do no t reuse.

Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning labels.

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Parts for swing set frame

A1

CORNER TOP BAR 2

A2

MIDDLE TOP BAR 1

A3

TOP B AR 1

A4

TOP B AR 1

A5

LEG WITH FOAM 2

A6

LEG (WITH THREE HOLES) 4

A7 CROSS BAR (WITH TWO HOLES) 1

A8

CROSS BAR (WITH FOUR HOLES) 1

Hardware for swing set frame

B1

BOLT 5/16”*2.5” (8MM*63MM) 14

B2

BOLT 5/16”*2.5” (8MM*68MM) 4

B3

NYLON NUT 5/16’’ 18

B4

PLASTI C CAP (WITH ARC WASHER) 18

B5

5/16’’ A RC WA SHER 14

B6

5/16’’ WASHER 4

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Parts for flying saucer

R1

PVC COVERED CHAIN

(PRE-ASSEMBLED)

4

R2A

LONG EYE BOLT WITH CHAIN

( PRE-ASSEMBLED)

4

R2B

SHORT EYE BOLT WITH CHAIN

( PRE-ASSEMBLED)

4

R3

BRACKET 2

R4

FLYING SAUCER TUBE 4

R7

FLYING SAUCER 1

R8

BRACKET CLAMP 2

Hardware for flying saucer

F1-1

BOLT 3/8”*3.3” (9.5MM*85MM) 4

F2

REINFORCING STEEL SPACER 8

F3

NYLON NUT 3/8’’ 12

F4

3/8” ARC WASHER 4

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Parts for trampoline

T1

PROTECTIVE NET 1

T2

JUMP MAT 1

T3

FR AME PAD 1

T4A-N

L-SHAPED TUBE (LEFT) 1

T4B-N

L-SHAPED TUBE (RIGHT) 1

T5-N

STRAIGHT TUBE 1

T6-N

HAN DLE BAR WITH FOAM 1

T7A-N

HANDLE BAR BASE TUBE(LEFT) 1

T7B-N

HANDLE BAR BASE TUBE(RIGHT) 1

T8

SUPPORTING TUBE 1

T9

SPRINGS 28

Hardware for trampoline

T10

BOLT 5/16”*63MM 2

T11

BOLT 5/16”*40MM 2

T12

ARC WASHER 5 /16” 4

T13

CAP NUT 1/4” 4

T14

NYLON NUT 5/16’’ 4

T15

BOLT 1/4”*42MM 2

T16

BOLT 1/4”*35MM 2

T17

SCREW M5*16MM 2

T18

SPRING WASHER (MEDIUM) 4

T19

ARC WASHER 1/4” 8

T20

SPRING WASHER (SMALL) 2