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Instructions for Proper Maintenance

Your Big Backyard Play System is designed and constructed of quality materials with your child’s safety in mind. As with all 

outdoor products used by children, it will weather and wear. To maximize the enjoyment, safety and life of your Play Set, it is 

important that you, the owner, properly maintain it.

HARDWARE:

   Check metal parts for rust. If found, 

sand and repaint using a non-lead 

paint complying with 16 CFR 1303.

   Inspect and tighten all hardware. On 

wood assemblies DO NOT OVER-

TIGHTEN as to cause crushing and 

splintering of wood.

   Check for sharp edges or protruding screw threads, add 

washers if required.

SHOCK ABSORBING SURFACING:

   Check for foreign objects. Rake and check depth of loose 

fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction 

and maintain appropriate depth. Replace as necessary. 

(See Protective Surfacing, page 3)

GROUND STAKES (ANCHORS):

   Check for looseness, damage or deterioration. Should 

firmly anchor unit to ground during use. Re-secure and 

or replace, if necessary.

SWING HANGERS:

   Check that they are secure and orientated correctly. Hook 

should rotate freely and perpendicular to support beam.

   If squeaking occurs lubricate bushings with oil or WD-40®.

SWINGS, ROPES AND RIDES:

   Reinstall if removed during cold season. Check all 

moving parts including swing seats, ropes, chains and 

attachments for wear, rust and other deterioration. 

Replace as needed.

   Check that ropes are tight, secure at both ends and 

cannot loop back as to create an entrapment.

WOOD PARTS:

   Check all wood members for deterioration, structural 

damage and splintering. Sand down splinters and replace 

deteriorated wood members. As with all wood, some 

checking and small cracks in grain is normal.

   Unprotected, they will appear weathered over time. 

Periodic application of an exterior water repellent or stain 

(water-based) will help improve appearance and life.

Check the following at the beginning of the play season:

HARDWARE:

   Inspect for tightness. Must be firmly against, but not 

crushing the wood. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. 

This will cause splintering of wood.

   Check for sharp edges or protruding screw threads. 

Add washers if required.

SHOCK ABSORBING SURFACING:

   Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing 

materials to prevent compaction and maintain appropriate 

depth. Replace as necessary. 

(See Protective Surfacing, page 3)

Check twice a month during play season:

SWING HANGERS:

   Check that they are secure and orientated correctly. Hook 

should rotate freely and perpendicular to support beam.

   If squeaking occurs lubricate bushings with oil or WD-40®.

SWINGS AND RIDES:

   Check swing seats, all ropes, chains and attachments for 

fraying, wear, excessive corrosion or damage. 

Replace if structurally damaged or deteriorated.

Check once a month during play season:

SWINGS AND RIDES:

   To prolong their life, remove swings and store inside 

when outside temperature is below 32°F/0°C. Below 

freezing, plastic parts may become more brittle.

SHOCK ABSORBING SURFACING:

   Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing 

materials to prevent compaction and maintain appropriate 

depth. Replace as necessary.

  (See Protective Surfacing, page 3)

Check at the end of the play season:

If you dispose of your play set:

 Please disassemble and dispose of your unit so that it does not create any unreasonable hazards 

at the time it is discarded. Be sure to follow your local waste ordinances.

If Bolt protrudes

beyond T-Nut

Use an extra

Flat Washer

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Proper Orientation

Summary of Contents for F24068

Page 1: ...3 to 10 Weight Limit 110 lbs 49 9 kg per child RESIDENTIAL HOME USE ONLY Not intended for public areas such as schools churches nurseries day cares or parks Rev 12 16 2009 3404068 Two person assembly...

Page 2: ...off rides while they are in motion Do not permit climbing on equipment when it is wet Do not permit rough play or use of equipment in a manner for which it was not intended Standing on or jumping from...

Page 3: ...depth on the play equipment support posts will help you to see when the material has settled and needs to be raked and or replenished Be sure to rake and evenly redistribute the surfacing in heavily u...

Page 4: ...ted wood members As with all wood some checking and small cracks in grain is normal Unprotected they will appear weathered over time Periodic application of an exterior water repellent or stain water...

Page 5: ...enced a severe weathering problem please call our consumer relations department for further assistance Complete and mail registration card to receive important product notifications and assure prompt...

Page 6: ...l attention Improper assembly could lead to an unsafe or dangerous condition Where this is shown 2 or 3 people are required to safely complete the step To avoid injury or damage to the assembly make s...

Page 7: ...3660629 6 CE Floor Board 1 x 6 x 17 3610101 1 SL Brace 2 x 3 x 15 3660120 4 Floor Gusset 5 4 x 4 x 7 7 8 3660121 3660632 3 Floor Support 5 4 x 4 x 39 1 2 3660119 1 1 2 x 1 1 2 2 x 2 Wood Parts Identi...

Page 8: ...3 3 8 2 Dormer Eave 5 4 x 4 x 22 3660627 2 Roof Ridge 1 x 2 x 35 3660626 2 Roof Side 1 x 4 x 38 3660625 1 Slide 40 High Rail 3310140 1 Triangle Plate 3200182 Pack of 2 3750320 1 Parkside Canopy 2 Bel...

Page 9: ...2 9260522 72 Flat Head Screw 8 x 1 1 2 9260512 4 Pan Screw 12 x 2 9264620 4 Flat Head Screw 8 x 1 1 8 9260514 4 Hex Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 2 9277212 1 4 Lock Washer 1 4 Flat Washer 1 4 T Nut 2 1 4 x 3 1 2 He...

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Page 11: ...OU DISCARD YOUR CARTONS THE CARTON I D STAMP IS LOCATED ON THE END OF EACH CARTON YOU WILL NEED THIS INFORMATION IF YOU CALL CONSUMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT PRODUCT NUMBER F24068 CARTON I D STAMP __ __...

Page 12: ...en 4 pcs 5 4 x4x 79 Post the Upright 2 x 3 x 34 and 2 Posts 5 4 x 4 x 79 Note Do not tighten the Hex Bolt loosely leaving a gap between Remember to use the proper assembly procedure for the Hex Bolt U...

Page 13: ...1 2 1 4 T Nut Flat Washer Lock Washer and 2 Wood Screws 8 x 1 1 2 attach the Ground Side 1 x 5 x 78 3 4 to both 2 pcs 5 4x4x39 1 2 Floor Support 1 pc 2x3x15 SL Brace SL Braces 2 x 3 x 15 to the Floor...

Page 14: ...Supports 4 pcs 1 4x2 Hex Bolt Step 4 2 pcs 1 4 T Nut HARDWARE LIST 2 pcs 1 4x3 1 2 Hex Bolt Take previously assembled Floor Supports and attach to both Uprights of the previously assembled Walls usin...

Page 15: ...x 1 1 2 per CE Access Board attach 7 8 attach 4 Floor Gussets to the Floor Supports as shown below Using 2 Wood Screws 8 x 3 attach 2 Floor Gussets to the 2 are flush with the bottom of the Ground Sid...

Page 16: ...Rock Boards Using 4 Wood Screws 8 x 1 1 2 per board evenly space and attach Hold the CE Rock Board against the 2 Posts Make sure the CE Rock Boards are evenly spaced between the CE Access HARDWARE LI...

Page 17: ...2 x 16 1 4 Using 1 Wood Screw 8 x 2 1 2 per side fasten the Roof Front 2 x 2 x 16 1 4 to the Roof Front Short 2 x 2 x 14 3 4 HARDWARE LIST 14 pcs 8 x 2 Wood Screw 4 pcs 8 x 1 1 8 Wood Screw PARTS LIS...

Page 18: ...th Gable Vents Attach Dormer Eave to Roof Front Assemby Ridge assembly HARDWARE LIST to the Roof Front and Short Roof Front Using 4 Wood Screws 8 x 1 1 2 fasten the Dormer Eave assembly to the Roof 4...

Page 19: ...s 1 4 x 3 1 4 T Nut Washer and Lock Washer attach the Roof Assembly to the Fort Using 2 Wood Screws 8 x 1 1 2 per side fasten the Roof Braces 2 x 2 x 17 to the Roof Sides Using 1 Wood Screw 8 x 3 per...

Page 20: ...diagram below Using 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 x 2 1 4 T Nut Washer and Lock Washer attach attach the Floor Support 5 4 x 4 x 39 1 2 to the SW Post 2 x 4 x 80 1 2 as shown in the diagram HARDWARE LIST 2 pcs 1 4x...

Page 21: ...ng 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 5 16 T Nut Flat Washer and Lock Washer attach 1 Triangle Plate to the to use the correct hole in the Triangle Plate Refer to the diagram below with the bottom of the CE SW R...

Page 22: ...Swing End from Step 6 Using 1 8 x 2 1 2 Wood Screw attach the CE SW Rail to the SW Post Make sure to use the correct holes in the Triangle Plate Refer to the diagram below NOTE Remember to use the pr...

Page 23: ...FORT TO FINAL LOCATION AND MAKE SURE GROUND AND FORT ARE LEVEL A 6 foot safety clearance must remain around the fort prior to use Notes Tighten all Hex Bolts from previous steps Remember to use the pr...

Page 24: ...ure and replace if necessary DO NOT USE CONCRETE OR OTHER MATERIALS FOR ANCHORING STAKES Using 2 Pan Screws 12 x 2 attach Slide making sure that screws go through the Floor Board and into the SL Brace...

Page 25: ...with the Pan Bolt on top and the Pan Screw on the bottom as displayed Using 4 Pan Bolts 1 4 x 1 1 4 3 16 Flat Washer 1 4 Lock Washer and 1 4 Barrel Nut attach 4 Rocks to the 4 ATTENTION PERIODICALLY C...

Page 26: ...D PLAQUE TO A PROMINENT LOCATION ON YOUR PLAY EQUIPMENT Fort or Swing Post This provides warnings concerning safety and important contact information A Tracking Number is provided to allow you to get...

Page 27: ...NOTES...

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