Assembly Manual By Model PS10CAM Back View with Top Ladder Model PS10CAM Front View with Swing Beam If you have problems or questions about your Creative Playthings Playset, DO NOT CALL THE RETAILER. Contact Creative Playthings Customer Service at 1-800-833-4001 or customerservice@creativeplaythings.com 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 manual before proceeding with the assembly or use of your new Playset. Creative Playthings takes great care to design its products with your child s safety in mind. However, only with careful supervision and proper safety instructions, can you be assured of safe play time on any product designed for children.
Playset 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 ropes because this will weaken and reduce the strength of the rope and rope clamps. Children should sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seats. Hanging accessories MUST be removed prior to using overhead monkey bars. Do not allow children under age 7 to use monkey bars unless supported by an adult. Children should NOT be on the top surface of the top ladder. 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 Playset. Never fasten anything not approved by Creative Playthings to your Playset. Accessories or items not approved 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 Horse, and Wooden Lawn Swing Glider. Do NOT allow more children on the Playset than can simultaneously use all the swing stations at one time. Children should 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 Playset has been completely assembled, all hardware has been tightened and checked, and all tools have been picked up. Keep children off the Playset until it has been completely assembled. Some parts of the assembly process may require help from another competent adult. Do not stand on the platform until the Playset 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 Playset in poor weather conditions. Wear proper clothing and safety equipment (safety glasses, boots, and gloves) while assembling your Playset. Page 2 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
Safe Play Area Selecting the correct location for your play product is important for your children s safety and the product s longevity. Playset Dimensions: The Playset has ground dimensions of 14'-8" x 16'-9". The Playset requires a level ground surface of 29'-3" x 28'-9' for a Safe Play Area Additional accessories may increase the size of the Safe Play Area. The maximum fall height for the is 87" as measured from the top of the Top Ladder or Beam. Safe Play Area: The Safe Play Area refers to a zone extending 6' (2 meters) beyond the Playset on all sides, including the slide and the space above the Playset. 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 Playset 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, landscaping, sprinkler heads, railroad ties, plumbing and electrical connections. Do not install your Playset over concrete, gravel, asphalt, packed earth, or any other hard surface. The following 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. Whichever is greater 14' (4.27 M) 6' (2 M) Landscape Timbers 6' from play structure. 6' (2 M) 14' (4.27 M) 6' (2 M) 6' (2 M) Whichever is greater A fall onto a hard surface could result in serious injury. Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 3
Hardware Bag Contents Assembly Hardware: (Drawings not to scale - illustrations are representative of hardware) Hex Bolt Round Head Screw Lag Screw Truss Head Bolt Access Ladder Bracket Screw Flat Washer Flat Washer Weld Nut 2 50380-700 Hand Grip Pack 4 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4" 4 17003-409 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1" 2 15034-100 Hand Grip, Yellow 4 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4" 4 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4" 1 50461-701 Washer Bag 96 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4" 88 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4" 1 50461-702 Weld Nut Bag 94 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4" 1 50461-703 Bolt Bag 2 17003-809 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2" 4 17003-1009 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2-1/2" 52 17003-1609 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4" 28 17003-1809 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4-1/2" 4 17003-2209 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 5-1/2" 2 17119-409 Truss Head Bolt 1/4 x 1" 1 50461-704 Lag Screw Bag 2 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4" 10 12002-206 Flat Washer 5/16" 2 17036-1201 Lag Screw 1/4 x 3" 6 17036-1202 Lag Screw 5/16 x 3" 4 17036-1402 Lag Screw 5/16 x 3-1/2" 1 50461-705 1-1/2" Screw Bag 266 17020-105 Screw #10 x 1-1/2" 1 50461-706 Screw Bag 56 17020-107 Screw #10 x 2" 32 17020-109 Screw #8 x 2-1/2" 8 17019-304 Round Hd Screw #10 x 3/4" 1 50461-707 Roof Hardware Bag 96 17020-112 Screw #8 x 2" 6 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4" 6 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4" 6 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4" 6 17003-1009 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2-1/2" 1 50461-708 Rock Hardware Pack 24 12002-203 Flat Washer 8mm 24 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4" 24 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4" 24 17003-409 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1" 1 50461-709 Hardware, Acc Bracket 8 12002-206 Flat Washer 5/16" 8 12017-206 Lock Washer 5/16" 4 14161-400 Access Ladder Bracket 8 17001-105 Weld Nut 5/16" 2 17003-411 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 1" 6 17003-611 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 1-1/2" 1 50452-708 Hardware Lunch Counter 12 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4" 2 12002-206 Flat Washer 5/16" 12 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4" 8 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4" 2 17003-1009 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2-1/2" 4 17003-409 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1" 4 17003-809 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2" 18 17020-105 Screw #10 x 1-1/2" 2 17036-1202 Lag Screw 5/16 x 3" We have packaged more hardware than is required for assembly. Page 4 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
Pre assembly Information CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS PLAYSETS 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 flat washer. 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 Playset. Do not over tighten. Incorrect Assembly: During assembly or maintenance the bolt protrudes 1/8" past the weld nut. 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. 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 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 5 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 certain that the tops of all screws are flush with the surface of the wood and there are no protruding sharp edges.
Playset View 60054-101 Swing Beam 60055-101 Top Ladder AY BA BB H Q BJ F AD N J B C BL BK BH BF BE BM A I AN AG BP BD BO AB AO E AC BN 50421-104 Chained Swing Accessories 1 40321-400 Sling Swing, Green w/chain 2 40304-400 Glider Handle, Green w/chain 1 40311-402 Ring Trapeze Assembly w/chain 1 15086-400 Glider Seat, Green S Z Swing Options: or Front View Page 6 50421-400 Roped Swing Accessories 1 40009-400 Sling Swing, Green w/rope 2 40303-400 Glider Handle, Green w/rope 1 40381-100 Plastic Ring Trap, Yellow (or 40535-100 Ring Trapeze Assembly w/rope) 1 15086-400 Glider Seat, Green Back View AQ AH K P D AF O AV AW AU M AZ AG G AO AI AE AL AM AP BC AX AK Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings U V AJ AA AR
Take inventory of all parts, making sure nothing is missing or defective. If you find that parts are missing or defective call the Creative Playthings Customer Service Department at 1-800-833-4001. * Not visible in illustration on Page 6 A 2 31765-102 Ladder Slat 5/4 x 3 x 19" B 1 32466-102 Access Ladder Rail, Left 2 x 4 x 68-7/8" C 1 32467-102 Access Ladder Rail, Right 2 x 4 x 68-7/8" D 2 33291-102 Short Corner Post 4 x 4 x 88" Assembly Box 2 COMPONENT VIEW AK 2 33286-102 Lower Window Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 52" AL 1 33289-102 Awning End Support 2 x 3 x 46" AM 2 33290-102 Awning Side Support 2 x 3 x 23" AN 1 33296-102 Lunch End Support 5/4 x 6 x 82" Box 1-60067-401 Box 2-60067-402 E 1 33292-102 Front Center Post 4 x 4 x 104" F 1 33293-102 Back Center Post 4 x 4 x 104" G 1 33294-102 Front End Corner Post 4 x 4 x 104" H 1 33295-102 Back End Corner Post 4 x 4 x 104" I 2 14109-400 Seat Support, Lunch Counter J 5 15132-400 Plastic Step, Green K 1 18003-168 Rope, White 3/4" Dia x 168" L 4 36515-102 Ground Stake M 1 40497-402 Gable Fan N 1 40506-402 Awning Tarp, Green & Yellow O 1 50277-100 Rock Pack (12) Green P 2 50380-700 Hand Grip Pack 1 50461-100 Instruction Pack, Cambridge 1 50461-700 Cambridge Hardware Master Pack Q 1 40510-100 Tic Tac Toe Accessory S 1 8570-202 10 Ft. Green Wave Slide T* 1 32734-102 Center Floor Stringer 2 x 3 x 42-5/8" U 5 32735-102 Stringer/Wall Support 2 x 3 x 42-9/16" V 1 32736-102 Side Wall Support 2 x 3 x 47" W* 2 32740-102 Swing Mount 2 x 4 x 31-1/2" X* 1 32745-102 Center Stringer 2 x 4 x 82" Y* 3 32755-102 Long Narrow Deck Board 5/4 x 4 x 47" Z 2 32757-102 Sandbox Seat 5/4 x 6 x 23" AA 2 32762-102 Sandbox Side 5/4 x 6 x 47" AB 3 32767-102 End Support 5/4 x 6 x 82" AC 1 33270-102 Front Stringer 2 x 4 x 82" AD 1 33271-102 Back Stringer 2 x 4 x 82" AE 1 33272-102 Swing Side Platform Support 5/4 x 6 x 47" AF 1 33273-102 Rock Side Platform Support 5/4 x 6 x 47" Box 4-60067-404 Box 3-60067-403 AO 5 32451-102 Wall Slat Short 5/4 x 6 x 23-1/2" AP 6 32561-102 Angle Brace 2 x 3 x 17-1/4" AQ 3 32732-102 Ceiling Joist 2 x 3 x 14-9/16" AR 2 32739-102 Rock Climber Upright 2 x 3 x 68-1/2" AS* 1 32753-102 Rope Bottom Support 5/4 x 4 x 15-3/4" AU 1 32758-102 Rope Board 5/4 x 6 x 35" AV 6 32759-102 Spacer Board 5/4 x 6 x 35" AW 6 32760-102 Rock Board 5/4 x 6 x 35" AX 1 33265-102 Transom 5/4 x 2 x 29-1/2" AY 16 32835-402 Roof Board 7/8 x 5-1/8 x 47-1/4" AZ 4 33279-102 Rafter 2 x 4 x 37-1/2" BA 2 33280-102 Center Rafter 2 x 3 x 37-1/2" BB 4 33283-102 Entrance Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 23-1/2" BC 1 33287-102 Long Mullion 5/4 x 2 x 24-3/4" BD 1 33288-102 Mullion 5/4 x 2 x 13-1/4" BE 2 32223-102 Table Brace 2 x 4 x 15" BF 1 32225-102 Table Cleat 5/4 x 6 x 14" AO 10 32451-102 Short Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 23-1/2" BH 2 32509-102 Table Support 2 x 4 x 15-1/2" BI* 5 32754-102 Narrow Deck Board 5/4 x 4 x 40-1/4" BJ 18 32761-102 Deck Board 5/4 x 6 x 47" BK 2 33276-102 Table Board 5/4 x 6 x 42-1/2" BL 1 33277-102 Short Table Board 5/4 x 6 x 36" AG 2 33274-102 Side Support 5/4 x 6 x 47" BM 1 33278-102 Lunch Seat 2 x 6 x 42-1/2" AH 1 33275-102 Top Rope Support 5/4 x 6 x 47" BN 2 33282-102 Short Wall Support 2 x 3 x 8-1/2" AI 2 33281-102 Lower Wall Support 2 x 3 x 48-1/4" BO 2 33284-102 Long Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 37-1/2" AJ 4 33285-102 Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 26-3/4" 5 BP 1 SM963-402 Dormer Assembly Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 7
Maintenance Instructions YOUR CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS PLAYSET 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 film 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-finished at the factory and do not require any finishing at the time of initial assembly. Do not paint, or varnish rungs or steps. Avoid using finishes that create slippery surfaces. Maintenance: Wooden playground equipment will last for years with proper maintenance. Maintenance of the Playset finish will vary depending on weather 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 specified 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 finish 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 or paint! When refinishing rungs, sand lightly and use an exterior stain or boiled linseed oil. The wood parts of your Playset 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. 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", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" Drill Bits (High Speed) Screwdriver or driver drill (Medium Phillips) Locking Pliers 10 ft. Tape Measure Framing Square 6 ft. Step Ladder Beeswax or Soap (Used to lubricate screw threads) Page 8 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 1 Front Assembly: Locate one Short Corner Post (D), the Front Center Post (E), the Front End Corner Post (G), and two End Supports (AB). Move the parts to the place where the gym will be used. Fasten the parts as shown using 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies*. Note that where the lower End Support attaches to the End Corner Post and the Center Post, only one bolt is used in each. The lower holes will be used in a later step. AB D E G AB * Note: A Hex Bolt Assembly consists of one Hex Bolt, one Lock Washer, one Flat Washer and one Weld Nut. Note: No hex bolt in the lower holes. STEP 2 Back Assembly: Locate the other Short Corner Post (D), the Back Center Post (F), the Back End Corner Post (H), the remaining End Support (AB) and the Lunch End Support (AN). D AN Note: No hex bolt in the lower holes. Move the parts next to the front assembly from step one. Fasten the parts as shown using 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Note that where the Lunch End Support attaches to the End Corner Post and the Center Post, only one bolt is used in each. The lower holes will be used in a later step. AB F H These holes should be between the taller posts STEP 3 Swing End of Structure: Stand the front and back assemblies facing each other as shown. Step 1 Assembly Step 2 Assembly Fasten one Side Support (AG) using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. Hint: attach the Side Support to the front assembly before erecting the structure. Fasten one Sandbox Side (AA) using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. AG AA Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 9
STEP 4 Rock Wall End of Structure: Move to the other end of the structure and fasten the Top Rope Support (AH) to the Short Corner Posts using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Fasten one Side Support (AG) to the bottom of the Short Corner Posts using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies. AH AG STEP 5 Platform Stringers: Before installing the Front Stringer insert two 1/4" Weld Nuts into the holes in the tall Front Posts as shown. Make sure that the Weld Nuts have clear threads; they will be hard to replace in later stages of assembly. Locate the Front Stringer (AC) and Back Stringer (AD). Fasten the Stringers to the inside of the Posts using 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. The orientation of the Stringers is important. The Front Stringer has an extra hole which goes to the left (short post) end of the gym and the Back Stringer has three extra holes two of which should go to the left (short post) end. Notice that the off-center holes should offset to the bottom. AD AC Add Weld Nuts STEP 6 Platform Ends: Fasten the Swing Side Platform Support (AE) to the right Corner Posts using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies. The holes in the middle should offset toward the bottom. Fasten the Rock Side Platform Support (AF) to the Short Corner Posts using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies. The holes in the middle should be offset toward the bottom. AF AE AE AF Larger Holes 10-3/4" 11" 11" 10-3/4" Page 10 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 7 Angle Braces: The structure must be square and the Corner Posts must be plumb before attaching Angle Braces. Fasten an Angle Brace (AP) to each end of the Swing Side Platform Support using two 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Fasten one Angle Brace to each End Stringer using 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. Position each Angle Brace so that the angled end is flat against the Corner Post nearest to it. If the bolt protrudes beyond the end of the weld nut, pad the bolt with additional washers. With a pencil, mark the position where the holes in the Angle Braces rest against the Corner Posts. At each mark drill a 3/16" diameter x 2" deep pilot hole in the Corner Posts. Fasten the Angle Braces to the Corner Posts using one 5/16 x 3-1/2" Lag Screw and Flat washer in each Angle Brace. Square up the gym and tighten all hardware. 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolts AP 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolts STEP 8 Play Floor Stringers: Before installing the Play Floor Stringers insert four 1/4" Weld Nuts into the holes in the Lunch End Support as shown. Make sure that the Weld Nuts have clear threads; they will be hard to replace in later stages of assembly. Locate two Stringer/Wall Supports (U). Flip the Stringers so that the holes are offset nearer the bottom of the boards. Fasten each Stringer using two 1/4 x 5-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Each hex bolt should pass through a lock washer, a flat washer, an End/Lunch Support, a Post, a Stringer and into a weld nut, as shown. Add Weld Nuts U STEP 9 Sandbox Partition: Fasten one Sandbox Side (AA) to the left side of the Center Posts using four 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. The center hole in the Sandbox Side should be offset toward the bottom. AA Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 11
STEP 10 Center Stringers: Fasten the Center Stringer (X) between the Side Platform Supports. Use one 5/16 x 3-1/2" Lag Screw and one Flat Washer in each end. The board should align flat, as shown in the illustration. Fasten the Center Floor Stringer (T) between the Sandbox Sides. Use one 5/16 x 3-1/2" Lag Screw and one Flat Washer in each end. The board should align vertically, as shown in the illustration. The top of the Center Floor Stringer should be even with the top of the Play Floor Stingers. X T STEP 11 Play Floor: Locate two Narrow Deck Boards (BI), one Long Narrow Deck Board (Y), and six Deck Boards (BJ). Lay them out across the Floor Stringers as shown. There should be a gap of approximately 1/8" between boards. This gap will vary depending on board variations and humidity. If for some reason all of the boards do not fit, the Long Narrow Deck Board can be omitted. The boards should then be spaced evenly. Fasten each of the Boards to the Stringers using #10 x 1-1/2" Screws through each hole in each board. BI Y BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BI 1/8" STEP 12 Platform Boards: Lay out three Narrow Deck Boards (BI), two Long Narrow Deck Boards (Y), and twelve Deck Boards (BJ) across the Platform Stringers as shown. There should be a gap of approximately 1/8" between boards. This gap will vary depending on humidity. The ends of the boards should be even with each other and relatively flush to the outside of the Posts. Minimize any gaps near where the slide will be mounted, to prevent clothing being caught when using the slide. This is a good time to check the fit of the slide (step 41), to determine the position of the slide bolts. If the bolts conflict with the Platform Stringer, holes can be drilled before the affected Platform Boards are fastened. Fasten each of the Boards to the Stringers using #10 x 1-1/2" Screws through each hole in each board. Leave the Narrow Deck Boards at the ends loose until after step 39. BI Y BI Y BI BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ Leave these boards loose. Page 12 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 13 Safety Rail and Window Supports: Mount two Stringer/Wall Supports (U) to the Front Posts using two 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies each, as shown. The holes should be offset toward the top. Fasten the Side Wall Support (V) to the right Corner Posts using two 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies. The holes should be offset toward the top. U V STEP 14 Lower Window Slats: Arrange two Lower Window Slats (AK) and four Wall Slats (AJ) inside the front face of the gym as shown. The Slats should be evenly spaced between the Front Posts. Fasten them using #10 x 1-1/2" Screws through the holes in each slat. Note: make sure that slats are positioned so that holes in each slat land squarely over supports. AK Parts have been omitted or cut away for clarity AJ STEP 15 Mullion & Transom: Fasten the Long Mullion (BC) to the Wall Supports using two #10 x 1-1/2" Screws. Center the Mullion in the opening. Use a level to assure that it is plumb. Fasten the center hole of the Transom (AX) to the center hole of the Long Mullion with one #10 x 1-1/2" Screw. Make sure that the Transom is level and fasten it to the Lower Window Slats using two # 10 x 1-1/2" Screws. AX BC Parts have been omitted or cut away for clarity Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 13
STEP 16 Assemble Access Ladder: Slide the Plastic Steps (J) into the slots cut into the Left and Right Access Ladder Rails (B & C), as shown. Make sure the tabs on the sides of the steps fit tightly against the face of the Rails. Secure each Plastic Step using four #8 x 2-1/2" Screws through the holes provided. Fasten one Ladder Slat (A) to the back of the Access Ladder Rails using four #10 x 1-1/2" Screws. Leave a gap of 3" between the top of the Step and the bottom of the Ladder Slat. C B J A 3" Gap STEP 17 Install Access Ladder: Loosely fasten two Access Ladder Brackets to the Access Ladder Rails using one 5/16" x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly each, as shown. Position the Access Ladder Assembly against the Back Stringer. Fasten the Access Ladder Brackets to the Back Stringer using 5/16 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. Tighten all hardware. Hammer a Ground Stake (L) into the ground next to the base of one rail of the Ladder Assembly. Secure the Stake with two #8 x 2-1/2" Screws through the pre-drilled holes. 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. T STEP 18 Top Wall Support: Mount one Stringer/Wall Support (U) to the top of the Front Posts using two 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. The holes should be offset toward the top. Leave the fasteners only finger tight until after fastening the Roof Panels. U Page 14 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 19 Assemble Roof Panels: Lay Out Roof Rafters: Butt the square-cut end of two Roof Rafters AZ against a straight flat surface. The Rafters must be 38" apart, parallel with the ends aligned and square. Measure from corner to corner both ways. When the two diagonal measurements are the same, the rafters are square. Fasten Roof Boards: Start at the angled end of the Roof Rafters. Rest one Roof Board (AY) on top of the Rafters flush 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 2" Screws. Drill and screw the first hole at an angle, as shown, to avoid the angled cut of the rafter. Note: When each Roof Board is centered above the Rafters, the hole in the Roof Board will not be over the exact center of the width of the Rafter. Slightly angle the pilot hole toward the center of the width of the Rafter, to avoid splitting the edge of the Rafter. Continue with the next three Roof Boards, sliding them tight under 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 eighth Roof Board should overhang the end of the Rafters by at least 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 final 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 Center Roof Rafter (BA) to the center of the Roof Panel and fasten it in place using 1/8" pilot holes and #8 x 2" Screws as with the other Rafters. Create the second Roof Panel in the same way. Diagonal dimensions should be the same 38" AZ AZ AY 38" BA STEP 20 Roof Panels to Posts: Fasten one Roof Panel to the top of the Front Posts with two 1/4" x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly as shown. Do not completely tighten these bolts. Repeat with the other Roof Panel on the Back Posts. Rest the angled ends Roof Panels against each other. Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 15
STEP 21 Ceiling Joists: Adjust the Roof Panels so that the angled ends are even with each other. Fasten a Ceiling Joist (AQ) to the outside of the Roof Rafters on each end. Use two 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies for each Ceiling Joist. Fasten the remaining Ceiling Joist (Y) to the Center Roof Rafters using two 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Tighten all fasteners holding the Roof Panels and Top Wall Support in place. AQ STEP 22 Install Dormer: Assemble the Dormer (BP) as described by the instructions included in the Dormer box. Fasten the Dormer to one Roof Panel of the gym. It is recommended that the Dormer be placed in the center of thefront Roof Panel as shown on the cover of this instruction sheet. The bottom edge of the Dormer should align with the bottom edge of the third Roof Board as shown at right. BP STEP 23 Gable Fan: Fit the Gable Fan (M) to the inside of the Roof Rafters at the end of the gym. Raise the Gable Fan until it stops against the bottom of the Roof Boards. Due to variations in board spacing and roof angle, not all points will touch the Roof Boards. Use a level to align the bottom edge of the Gable Fan. Use seven #10 x 1-1/2" Screws to fasten the Gable Fan to the Roof Rafters. Please note, if the space between the peak of the Roof Rafters is too wide, angle the top screw to make sure it gets purchase in one of the Rafters. M Page 16 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 24 Lower Wall Supports: Fasten the two Short Lower Wall Supports (BN) and the two Lower Wall Supports (AI) to the Posts using 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. AI BN BN Parts have been cut away for clarity. STEP 25 Front Wall Slats and Short Mullion: Arrange two Long Wall Slats (BO) and four Short Wall Slats (AO) between the Front Posts as shown. The Slats should be evenly spaced between the Front Posts. Fasten them using #10 x 1-1/2" Screws through the holes in each slat. BO BD Note: make sure that slats are positioned so that holes in each slat land squarely over supports. Fasten the Mullion (BD) using two #10 x 1-1/2" Screws. Center the Mullion in the opening. Use a level to assure that it is plumb. Fasten two Wall Slats (AO) on either side of the Slide opening, as shown, using #10 x 1-1/2" Screws through the holes in each slat. Note: use an 1/8" diameter drill to pilot holes for the screws near the ends of the Lower Wall Supports to prevent splitting. AO AO AO AO Parts have been cut away for clarity. AO AO STEP 26 Back Wall Slats: Fasten four Short Wall Slats (AO) in the opening at the back of the tower shown. Leave a gap of 13" in the middle and evenly space the Slats on either side. Use four #10 x 1-1/2" Screws for each slat. Make sure that slats are positioned with the holes in each slat landing squarely over supports. AO AO 13" AO AO Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 17
STEP 27 Entrance Wall Slats: Fasten four Entrance Wall Slats (BB) to the gym at the positions shown. Use four #10 x 1-1/2" Screws for each slat. Leave an opening of 25" between the Entrance Wall Slats at the Rock Climber end of the structure. Make sure that the gap between any Entrance Wall Slat and the adjacent Post is no greater than 3-1/4". BB BB 25" STEP 28 Hand Grips: Fasten one Hand Grip (L) to each Entrance Wall Slat using two 1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt Assemblies. P P STEP 29 Lunch Counter Seat: Fasten the Lunch Counter Seat Supports (I) to the Lunch End Support using two 1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt Assemblies each, as shown. Attach the Seat Board (BM) to the Lunch Counter Seat Supports using four 1/4 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies. BM I Page 18 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 30 Lunch Table: Fasten the Table Supports (BH) to the Back Posts using one 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly each. Fasten the Table Braces (BE) to the Table Supports using 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. Level the Table Supports and swing the Table Braces against the Posts. Drill 3/16" diameter pilot holes 1-1/2" deep into the Corner Posts before attaching them with one 5/16 x 3" Lag Screw and one Flat Washer each. Fasten the two Table Boards (BK) and the Short Table Board (BL) using four #10 x 1-1/2" Screws each, as shown. Screw the Table Cleat (BK) to the bottom center of the table assembly using two #10 x 1-1/2" Screws into each board of the tabletop. BL BK BF BH BE STEP 31 Rock Climber Uprights: Loosely fasten the two Access Ladder Brackets to the inside of the Rock Climber Uprights (AR) using one 5/16" x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly each, as shown. Fasten each Upright to the Rock Side Platform Support using one 1" Hex Bolt Assembly through the Access Ladder Bracket. Make sure that the Rock Climber Uprights are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the gym. The lower corners of the Uprights should be set into the play surface. Drive one Ground Stake (L) into the ground along side a Rock Climber Upright, as shown. The upper corner of the Stake should be behind the top edge of the Upright to avoid interfering with the Rope Board in the next step. Do not fasten the Ground Stake to the Upright yet. A L AR STEP 32 Rock Boards: Fasten the Rope Bottom Support (AS) to the back of the Rope Board (AU) using two #10 x 1-1/2" Screws, as shown. Align the large holes to allow the rope through. Fasten a Spacer Board (AV) to the Rock Climber Uprights using four #10 x 2" Screws. The Board should align flush to the top of the Uprights. Pilot every screw with a 1/8" diameter drill. Alternate Rock Boards (AW) with Spacer Boards as shown. Fasten them all using four #10 x 2" Screws each. AS Fasten the Rope Board Assembly at the bottom, with the Rope Bottom AU Support facing up and to the back. Secure using four #10 x 2" Screws. AV AW AU Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 19
STEP 32 Fasten Rocks: Fasten the Climbing Rocks (O) to all the holes in the Rock Boards using two 1/4 x 1" (or 1-1/2") Hex Bolts, 1/4" Lock Washers, 8 MM. Flat Washers and 1/4" Weld Nuts for each Rock. The bolt must seat completely into the Climbing Rocks, and not protrude more than a 1/8" past the end of the Weld Nut. Protruding bolts can be a hazard to users, replace any protruding Bolts. Note: your hardware pack may include 1/4 x 1" or 1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolts. O AW STEP 33 Rope: Insert the 3/4" Rope (K) though the Top Rope Support as shown. Tie a figure eight knot at the end of the rope, inside the gym. Leave at least 2" of rope beyond the end of the knot. Tie a series of overhand knots every 15" along the rope. Insert the bottom end of the rope through the hole in the Rope Board Assembly. 15" Typical K Figure eight knot Overhand knot STEP 34 Secure Bottom: Fasten the Rope Bottom Support to the Spacer and Rock Boards using four #10 x 1-1/2" Screws. Pull all slack from the rope and secure it by tieing a knot as close to the point it passes through the Rock Wall as possible. It is important that the rope remains secure and taut. Tighten the rope periodically. If a loop can be formed in the rope, tightening is needed. Fasten the Ground Stake to the Upright using two #8 x 2-1/2" Screws. Page 20 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 35 Awning Frame: Fasten the Awning Side Supports (AW) to the Back Corner Post and Back Center Post using one 1/4 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assembly each. Fasten the Angle Braces (AP) to the Awning Side Supports using 1/4 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown. Level the Awing Side Supports and swing the Angle Braces against the Posts. Drill 3/16" diameter pilot holes 1-1/2" deep into the Corner Posts before attaching them with one 5/16 x 3" Lag Screw and one Flat Washer each. Fasten the Awning End Support to the ends of the Awning Side Supports using two 1/4 x 3" Lag Screws through 1/4" Flat Washers AL AP AM STEP 36 Awning Tarp: Secure the Awning Tarp (N) to the top surface of the Lower Wall Support above the Awning Frame using four #10 x 3/4" Round Head Screws* through the grommets in the hem of the Tarp. If the heads of the Screws are smaller than the grommet openings, use 1/4" Flat Washers under the heads of the Screws. Stretch the Tent smoothly and evenly across the Awning End Support. Secure the lower hem of the Tarp to the face of the Awning End Support in the same manner. Tautness of the Awing Tarp can be adjusted to a certain extent by adjusting the fasteners on the awning frame. * Flat Head Screws may be provided in place of Round Head Screws. N STEP 37 Tic Tac Toe Slat: Fasten one Ladder Slat (A) to the Wall Slats on either side of the 13" gap between the Short Wall Slats directly above the Awning using our #10 x 1-1/2" Screws. Make sure that the Ladder Slat is tight against the top of the Awning Tarp and centered on the opening. A Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 21
STEP 38 Tic Tac Toe Accessory: Assemble the parts of the Tic Tac Toe Accessory (Q) as guided by the instructions in the box. Instead of using the screws provided in the box use the silver-coated #10 x 1-1/2" screws from the gym hardware bag to fasten the Assembly to the Lower Wall Support on the bottom and the End Support on the top. Be careful when driving the screws. It is possible to drive them completely through the plastic. Q Parts have been omitted or cut away for clarity Top Ladder or Swing Beam Your gym comes with either a Swing Beam or Top Ladder. Both come with instructions for assembly and mounting. The instructions on this page show the unique steps for mounting them to this gym. STEP 39 Swing Mounts: The Swing Mounts (W) for this gym fasten in a way very similar to the method shown in the instructions included with the Swing Beam or Top Ladder that comes with this gym. Follow those instructions for drilling 5/16" holes in the Side Support and Swing Side Platform Support. Before drilling the lower holes, remove the Narrow Deck Board. Fasten the top of the Swing Mounts to the Side Support using one 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assembly each. Fasten the bottom of the Swing Mounts to the Swing Side Platform Support Using one 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assembly each. When fastening Swing Mounts for the Top Ladder, be aware of the Angle Braces below. Placement of the holes for the Swing Mounts may require temporary removal of the Angle Braces in order to fasten the Swing Mounts. Be sure to re-fasten the Angle Braces after the Swing Mounts secured. Mount the Swing Beam or Top Ladder as shown in the instructions provided. After everything is secured, replace the Narrow Deck Boards at each end of the gym and fasten them using three #10 x 1-1/2" Screws each. W Swing Beam W 1-1/2" 1-1/2" C L Top Ladder 8-1/4" C L 8-1/4" Page 22 Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings
STEP 40 Wall Slats: Evenly space five Short Wall Slats (AO) between the Front and Back Corner Posts. Fasten each using four #10 x 1-1/2" Screws. The gap will be approximately 2-3/8" between slats. Special addendum for Top Ladder: The opening between the Top Ladder Rails should be closed off using Wall Slats, unless the Top Ladder is to be used as Monkey Bars. If this space is left open, the swings should be removed to prevent a conflict of play. AO AO AO AO AO 2-3/8" Typical Gap Parts have been omitted or cut away for clarity STEP 41 Slide: Center the Slide (S) in the opening. Pull it tight to the platform until it stops against the front edge. Check that the Slide extends out perpendicular from the play set. Using the holes in the slide for guides, drill 5/16" holes through the platform and secure slide using two 1/4" x 1" Truss Head Bolts from the top and 1/4" Weld Nuts from below. Note: You may find that the holes you drill encounter the Stringer. If so, stop drilling after piercing the Deck Board. Loosen the Deck Board and insert the Weld Nuts from the underside. If desired, you can clear room for the flat of the weld nuts by using a 1" spade type drill bit. Re-attach the Platform Boards and continue attaching the Slide. S STEP 42 Ground Stakes: Hammer the remaining Ground Stakes (L) into the ground at the front and back opposite ends of the gym, as shown. Place the Ground Stakes approximately 1/8" below the top of the Base Components of the Sandbox. Secure each stake with two #10 x 2" Screws through the pre-drilled holes. 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. L L Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings Page 23
STEP 43 Sandbox Seats: Install the two Sandbox Seats (Z) at the end corners of the base assembly, under the Rock Climber. Use four #8 x 2-1/2" Screws for each Sandbox Seat. Be careful not to split the Sandbox Sides or Ends. A 1/8" diameter pilot hole 1" deep is recommended. Z STEP 44 Hang Swings: Hang the Swings and Back-to-Back Glider in the positions shown on the cover of this manual. Follow the special assembly instructions included for the Back-to-Back Glider. 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 clearances greater than or equal to the safety standard for your region. 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. Please fill out the warranty card on the back of your owners manual. Your completed warranty card will allow us to quickly process warranty claims. Thank you. Page 24 Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2010, Creative Playthings