Oasis PG05W Assembly Instructions

Oasis PG05W Assembly Instructions 817 Maxwell Avenue Evansville, IN 47711 1-800-GO-SWING www.escaladesports.com 2010 Escalade Sports 2L-7204-01

H A R D W A R E I D E N T I F I C A T I O N MB 6 (1 /2 X 12 M ac hi ne B ol t ) MB4 (3 / 8 X 9 1 /2 Mac h in e B o l t ) MB 5 ( 1 /2 X 10 Machin e Bo lt) MB3 (3/8 X 7 1/2 Machine Bolt) 1 pc. Tools Needed: Hammer Utility Knife Rubber Mallet Carpenter s Level Tape Measure Phillips Screwdriver 3 /8" Drive Ratchet 1 /2" Socket 9 /16" Socket 9 /16" Wrench 3 /4" Wrench 5 /16 Allen Wrench 3/4" Socket Ladder Drill & Drill Bits A Friend or Neighbor MB 2 (3 / 8 X 6 1/ 2 M a c h in e Bo lt) 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc. 24 pcs. SN5 (3/8 Hex Nut ) 2 Pcs. SN2 (1/2 Lock Nut) 2 Pcs. SN1 (3/8 Lock Nut ) 26 Pcs. SN3 (1/2 Acorn Nut) 1 Pc. SN4 (3/8 Acorn Nut) 9 Pcs. 2

H A R D W A R E I D E N T I F I C A T I O N CB1 (3/8 x 5 Round Head Step Bolt) 2 pcs LS5 (5/16 x 5 Hex Lag Screw) 8 pcs TS (Tire Swivel) 1 pcs LS3 (5/16 x 3 Hex Lag Screw) 50 pcs LS4 (5/16 x 4 Hex Lag Screw) 2 pcs LS2 (5/16 x 2 1/2 Hex Lag Screw) 1 pcs LS1 (5/16 x 2" Hex Lag Screw) 8 pcs CS1 (3/8" x 1 1/2 Cap Screw) 12 pcs DH(Ductile Swing Hanger) 6 pcs LW1 (3/8 Lock Washer) 2 pcs BR(Steel Support Brace) 2 pcs FHS2 (#8 X 3 Flat Head Screw) 64 pcs FHS1 (#8 x 2 Flat Head Screw) 24 pcs FW1 (3/8" Standard Washer) (5/16 Flat Washer) 8 pcs 61 pcs FW3 (3/8 Flat Washer) 54 pcs RHS2 (#8 x 1.25 Round Head Screw) 12 pcs RHS1 (#8 x 1 Round Head Screw) 10 pcs RHS3 (#10 x 1 Round Head Screw) 4 pcs FW5 (1/2 Flat Washer) 4 pcs 3 FW7 (3/16 Flat Washer) 22 pcs CL(Spring Clip) 9 pcs

S T A N D A R D P A R T S L I S T A - Climbing Wall Board 1 B - Climbing Wall Board 2 C - Climbing Wall Board 3 D - Deck Joist E - Safety Rail End F - Tire Swing Support ITEM A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AI AJ AK AL AM AN AO AP DESCRIPTION Climbing Wall Board 1 Climbing Wall Board 2 Climbing Wall Board 3 Deck Joist Safety Rail End Tire Swing Support Horizontal Round Rung Side Horiz. Roof Support Center Roof Support Top Horiz. Roof Support Deck Support End Corner post 45 Degree Brace Left 45 Degree Brace Right Deck Assembly Deck Assembly Angle End Side Panel Base Oasis Vinyl Roof Ladder Side Left Ladder Side Right Rope Ladder Arm Base Ladder Horiz. Roof Support Wall Leg Left Wall Leg Right Deck Support Trapeze Bar and Rings Belt Swing Tire Swing Ladder Rope Steering Wheel Telescope Handle Climbing Wall Rock Rope Ladder Rung Headbeam 112" A-Frame Leg Middle Beam Block Outer Beam Block 65" Cross Brace Name Plate QUANTITY (2) (8) (2) (6) (2) (2) (2) (8) (2) (2) (2) (3) (2) (2) (2) (3) (4) (12) (6) (2) (2) H - Side Horizontal Roof Support I - Center Roof Support J - Top Horizontal Roof Support K - Deck Support End L - Corner Post M - 45 Degree Angle Brace Left G- Horizontal Round Rung (Green Steel) 4 N - 45 Degree Angle Brace Right

S T A N D A R D P A R T S L I S T O - Deck Assembly S - Oasis Angle Vinyl Roof P - Deck Assembly Angle End Q - Side Panel R - Base Scrap Block T - Ladder Side Left U - Ladder Side Right V- Rope Ladder Arm W - Base Ladder X - Horiz Roof Support Y - Wall Leg Left Z - Wall Leg Right AA - Deck Support 5

A C C E S S O R I E S AB - Trapeze Bar and Rings AC - Belt Swing AD - Tire Swing AE - Ladder Rope AF - Steering Wheel AG - Telescope AH - Handle AI - Climbing Wall Rocks AJ - Rope Ladder Rung 6

H E A D B E A M P A R T S L I S T NOTE TO INSTALLER You must assemble this product in accordance with these Assembly Instructions. After assembly is complete, please give this Owner s Manual to the owner of the plays system. AK - Headbeam AL - 112 A-Frame Leg AN AP - Name Plate AM AN AM - Middle Swing Beam Block AN - Outer Swing Beam Block AO - 65 Cross Brace 7

I N T R O D U C T I O N Welcome to our family of ready-to-build backyard play equipment. OASIS playsets are designed with ease of assembly in mind and we provide these step-by-step installation instructions. After reading the information below, locate your structure site and carefully unpack parts. As you unpack your playset, keep the parts identification sheet handy and become familiar with each part before beginning assembly. Remember that a little extra time spent familiarizing yourself with the parts and instructions before you begin will help you avoid mistakes and save you time later. Choosing A Location For Your Playset When selecting your structure site, always keep the child s safety in mind. Here are some recommendations to help you create a safe play area. A. The playset should be located on level ground. The stationary components such as ladders and slides are REQUIRED to be a minimum of six feet from any structure or obstruction such as a fence, garage, house, tree or overhanging branches, electrical wires or clotheslines. Any swinging equipment is also REQUIRED to be a minimum distance twice the height of the swing beam away from these obstructions or structures as well. We also recommend that you do not install your playset near a lake, river, swimming pool or other water hazard. B. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends that you install and maintain a resilient surface under your play equipment. The CPSC s Consumer Information Sheet for Playground Surfacing Materials is on the last page. A resilient surface, should be installed after the equipment has been completely assembled according to these instructions. The equipment must rest on solid ground. Please note that this product has a maximum fall height of 8. Do not install home playground equipment indoors, or over concrete, asphalt, packed earth, grass, carpet or any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious or fatal injury. Responsible on-site adult supervision is one of the most important contributions to children s safety that you can make. OASIS strongly recommends on-site adult supervision of children of all ages. Safe swinging and climbing skills need to be taught to children, just like any other physical activity. The weight limit for any single user on OASIS play equipment is 200 pounds. Limit the number of users to one on each swing. The tower portion of the play system will accommodate four (4) additional users. When the time comes to disassemble and dispose of the play equipment, do so in such a way that no hazards will exist at the time the equipment is discarded. Maintaining Your Playset Here are some maintenance tips required to insure safe enjoyment of your equipment for years to come. A. At the beginning of each usage season and every two weeks during, check: nuts and bolts and tighten as needed, swing seats, chains, ladders, slides, rope and wood components for signs of deterioration and replace if necessary. B. On a yearly basis, we recommend that you coat your playset with a sealant or preservative. You may also want to spot sand any areas prior to sealing. Be sure that the sealant you select is non-toxic and child safe. C. Do not use line trimmers or weed eaters around your play equipment. The line will remove both paint and wood from uprights and base pieces. Any damage resulting from this type of abuse is not covered under our limited warranty. D. Remove plastic swing seats and take indoors or do not use when the temperature drops below 0º F. If you have any questions about your playset, or are in need of replacement parts, call 1-800-GO-SWING. Please keep these instructions for future reference. 8

S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S Teach Children: Not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items. Not to twist the swing ropes, or loop them over the top support bar, since this may reduce the strength of the rope. Not to swing empty swing seats. Not to swing sideways into the path of adjacent swings. Not to use the equipment in a manner other than that for which it is intended. Not to get off the equipment while it is in motion. Not to jump off the tower. Not to climb or swing when they are wet or when the equipment is wet. To. sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seats. To. hold on to swings and climbers with both hands. Not to stand in the swing seats. Not to ride or leave bicycles or other toys in the swing area. Not to use hammers, saws, nails, or wrenches on the equipment. Not to swing so high that chains become slack, or above the height of the swing support. Not to jump on a slide. Not to climb on top of the swing support. Not to attach to the playground equipment any item that is not specifically designed for use with the equipment, such as (but not limited to) jump ropes, clotheslines, pet leashes, cables, and chains. These may become strangulation hazards. To. slide feet first, never head first. To. watch for other children while swinging or playing near the equipment. In Addition, Adults Must: Limit climbing and swinging heights to each child s ability. Verify that suspended climbing ropes are secured at both ends. Verify that suspended climbing ropes cannot be looped back on themselves. Dress children appropriately for play. Use well-fitting Shoes that do not have slippery soles. Avoid ponchos, scarves, hoods, loose-fitting clothing, neckties, and any clothing with a drawstring. Serious injury could result should any part of the children s clothing become entangled in the equipment. Do not allow children to play wearing helmets. Remember that children are inventive. When they develop games that are unsafe, be alert and change the rules. 9

S T E P 1 : A S S E M B L E L A D D E R S I D E S S T E P 2 : AT TAC H B A S E & 4 5 º B R AC E S 1 T (Ladder Side Left) U(Ladder Side Right) (6) G (Horizontal Round Rung) Scrap Block While on a flat surface lay Ladder Side Right U with holes facing up, insert parts G into holes and insert part T onto G as shown, use Scrap Block and a rubber mallet. Do not hit Ladder Side or Steel Rung directly use Scrap Block provided. Note: Width at both ends should be 39 ½. 2 PARTS NEEDED: R (Base) M (45º Brace Left) N (45º Brace Right) (4) LS3 (5/16 X 3 Lag Screw) (6) (5/16 Flat Washer) (2) LS5 (5/16 X 5 Lag Screw Flip Step 1 assembly over and lay on a flat surface. Measure 1¼ from the bottom of T and attach R to Step 1 assembly with LS5 and as shown in Figure 1. Attach part M and N to step 1 assembly using LS3 and. Make sure assembly is square and level. U 1 1/4 R Scrap Block Scrap Block T N LS3 LS5 R 14 1/2 Figure 1 G LS3 U M note position of angle U 39 1 2 " Note: Angle must face down 10

S T E P 3 : AT TAC H C L I M B I N G WA L L B OA R D S S T E P 4 : AT TAC H B A S E L A D D E R & 4 5 º B R AC E S 3 4 (2) A (Climbing Wall Board 1) B (Climbing Wall Board 2) (7) C (Climbing Wall Board 3) Y (Wall Leg Left) Z (Wall Leg Right) While on a flat surface lay parts Y & Z 39½ apart and lay parts A, B & C out with T-nut facing down to create a random hole pattern by flipping Boards end to end. Attach parts A, B & C with FHS2 as shown in Figure 2. Do not attach top Climbing Wall Board, this part will be attached in Step 10. FHS2 M (45º Angle Brace Left) N (45º Angle Brace Right) W (Base Ladder) (4) LS3 (5/16 x 3" Lag Screw) (2) LS5 (5/16 x 5" Lag Screw) (6) (5/16" Flat Washer) Flip Step 3 assembly over and lay on a flat surface. Measure 2 from the bottom of Y to W & 14 ½ to the end. Attach with LS5 & as shown in Figure 3. Attach part M and N to step 3 assembly using LS3 &. Make sure assembly is square. LS5 LS3 C 1 " Figure 2 Z 2 " Y 14 1/2 N W LS3 Y 39 1 2 " Figure 3 Holes face inside Z note position of angle M Y 39 1 2 " 11

S T E P 5 : AT T A C H X T O L A D D E R A S S E M B L I E S 5 (2) X (Horizontal Roof Support) (4) MB2 (3/8" x 6½" Machine Bolt) (8) FW3 (3/8" Flat Washer) (4) SN1 (3/8" Lock Nut) Position Ladder Assemblies as shown and attach part X to both assemblies with MB2, FW3 & SN1 as shown in Figure 4. Do not tighten hardware all the way at this time. X Z X MB2 FW3 Z FW3 SN1 X Figure 4 12

S T E P 6 : AT T A C H A A D E C K S U P P O R T S 6 (2) AA (Deck Support ) (4) MB2 (3/8" x 6½" Machine Bolt) (8) FW3 (3/8" Flat Washer) (4) SN1 (3/8" Lock Nut) (4) SN4 (3/8" Acorn Nut) Level With the help of another person raise assembly up, and attach parts AA with MB2, FW3, SN1 & SN4 as shown. Make sure parts are level. Tighten all hardware at this time (including Step 5 hardware). 26 ¼ FW3 SN1 SN4 FW3 MB2 AA Note: Width at both ends should be 26¼. 13

S T E P 7 : AT T A C H L C O R N E R P O S T S & K D E C K S U P P O R T E N D S 7 (8) L (Corner Post ) (2) K (Deck Support End) (20) LS3 (5/16 x 3" Lag Screw) (20) (5/16" Flat Washer) AA FLUSH T Hole close to top. Attach four Corner Posts L with LS3 & as shown, use a level to square Parts. Repeat for other end. Attach Deck Support End K to Ladder Side T with LS3 & as shown in Figure 5. Repeat for other end. LS3 K Figure 5 26 3 4 " 1 3 4 " LS3 L K L 14

S T E P 8 : P L A C E PA R T S P & O O N A A D E C K S U P P O R T S 8 O (Deck Assembly) (2) P (Deck Assembly Angle End) P Place parts P & O on Deck Supports AA as shown but do not attach yet. Deck Assembly O (with holes) must be in between Deck Assemblies P. AA O 15

S T E P 9 : AT T A C H PA R T S F & D 9 F (Tire Swing Support) (2) D (Deck Joist) TS (Tire Swivel) (8) FHS2 (#8 x 3" Flat Head Screw) (4) LS3 (5/16 x 3" Lag Screw) (4) (5/16" Flat Washer) (2) CB1 (3/8 X 5 Round Head Step Bolt) (2) FW3 (3/8" Flat Washer) (2) SN5 (3/8" Hex Nut) (2) SN4 (3/8" Acorn Nut) (2) LW1 (3/8 Lock Washer) Line holes on the underside of Deck O with the holes in Tire Swing Support F and attach with TS, CB1, FW3, LW1, SN5 & SN4. See Figure 6. Flush Deck Joist D to the underneath of Deck O and attach Deck Joist D to Swing Support F with LS3 & as shown in Figure 7. Fasten Deck Joist D to Deck Support End K with FHS2 screws as shown in Figure 8. TS FW3 LW1 SN5 SN4 Figure 6 CB1 F FLUSH F AA FLUSH O D LS3 Figure 7 D D Note: Corner Post s not shown for clarity. FHS2 Figure 8 K 16

S T E P 1 0 : AT T A C H D E C K A S S E M B L I E S & C L I M B I N G WA L L B O A R D 10 C (Climbing Wall Board 3) (24) FHS1 (#8 x 2" Flat Head Screw) (4) FHS2 (#8 x 3" Flat Head Screw) Fasten Deck Assemblies O & P with FHS1 screws. Attach the last Climbing Wall Board C with FHS2 Screws as shown. FHS2 C FHS1 O P 17

S T E P 11 : AT T A C H PA R T S E, V & H 11 E (Safety Rail End) (2) H (Side Horiz. Roof Support) V (Rope Ladder Arm) (2) LS5 (5/16 x 5" Lag Screw) (2) LS3 (5/16 x 3" Lag Screw) (4) (5/16" Flat Washer) (8) FHS2 (#8 x 3" Flat Head Screw) Attach Safety Rail End E to Ladder Side T with LS3 &. Attach Rope Ladder Arm V with LS5 & as shown. Attach Side Horizontal Roof Support H with FHS2. Repeat for other end. LS5 T E LS3 H V 30 1 2 " FHS2 H 18

S T E P 1 2 : AT T A C H R O O F S U P P O R T S 12 (2) I (Center Roof Support) J (Top Horiz. Roof Support) (4) LS3 (5/16 x 3" Lag Screw) (4) (5/16" Flat Washer) (4) FHS2 (#8 x 3" Flat Head Screw) FHS2 J Attach Center Roof Support I at location shown using one LS3 & in center hole. Repeat for other side. Use a level to square Center Roof Supports I and fasten lower hole. Attach Top Roof Support J with FHS2 screws. I 59 3 4 " Install this Screw first FLUSH LS3 19

S T E P 1 3 : AT T A C H T H R E E S I D E PA N E L S Q 13 (3) Q (Side Panel) (12) LS3 (5/16 x 3" Lag Screw) (12) (5/16" Flat Washer) With a helper align Side Panel Q flush to top of part X. Attach with LS3 & as shown in Figure 9. Attach third Side panel Q on other side of the playset. Q I 2 1 4 " LS3 Figure 9 X 20

S T E P 1 4 : P O S I T I O N H E A D B E A M & I N S T A L L H A N G E R S 14 AK (Headbeam) (6) DH (Ductile Iron Hangers) (12) MB2 (3/8 x 6 1/2 Machine Bolt) (24) FW3 (3/8 Flat Washer) (12) SN1 (3/8 Lock Nut) AK PLAYSET END MB2 FW3 PART DH HANGERS: Install using MB2, FW3, and SN1. (See Figure 10) Now position the headbeam to where it will be attached to the playset. Place the headbeam on the ground perpendicular to the location on the playset where it attaches. The end of the headbeam with a hole through the side attaches to the playset. DH SN1 FW3 Figure 10 21

S T E P 1 5 : A S S E M B L E A D J U S TA B L E A - F R A M E S T E P 1 6 : AT TAC H H E A D B E A M T O A - F R A M E 15 16 (2) AL (112" A-Frame Leg) AM (Middle Swing Beam Block) (2) AN (Outer Swing Beam Block) (2) BR (Steel Support Bracket) MB5 (1/2 x 10 Machine Bolt) MB6 (1/2 x 12 Machine Bolt) (4) FW5 (1/2 Standard Washer) (2) SN2 (1/2 Lock Nut) SN3 (1/2 Acorn Nut) (2) MB2 (3/8 x 61/2" Machine Bolt) (2) (5/16 Flat Washer) (4) FW3 (3/8 Flat Washer) (2) SN1 (3/8 Lock Nut) (2) LS4 (5/16 x 4 Lag Screw) Assemble U shaped Bracket AM and AN as shown in Detail 1 using MB5, FW5 and SN2. At the end of headbeam opposite the playset, place a parts AL and a Steel Support Braces (BR) on each side of U-Shaped Bracket Assembly as shown. Bolt together as shown using MB6, FW5 and SN2. DO NOT TIGHTEN COMPLETELY. U-Shaped Bracket Assembly Place the headbeam AP into the U-Shaped Bracket part AN of the Step 2 assembly And line up the steel support braces to the two single holes in the end of headbeam. and attach using MB2, FW3, and SN1. When the headbeam is sitting flat in the U- bracket, attach with the LS4 and into the headbeam from each side. (You may need to prop up the end of the headbeam 6" for it to lay flat in the U-bracket.) MB2 AL FW5 MB6 LS4 AP AN FW3 FW3 SN3 SN2 FW5 MB2 SN1 SN2 FW5 AN FW3 AM AN FW3 BR SN1 FW5 MB5 Position Lower Hole as Shown. DETAIL 1 22

S T E P 1 7 : R A I S E H E A D B E A M & AT T A C H T O P L A Y S E T 17 AO (65" Cross Brace) AP (Name Plate) AO (2) MB2 (3/8 x 6 1/2" Machine Bolt) MB3 (3/8 x 7 1/2 Machine Bolt ) MB4 (3/8 x 9 1/2 Machine Bolt ) (2) (5/16 Flat Washer) (8) FW3 (3/8 Flat Washer) (4) SN1 (3/8 Lock Nut) (2) LS5 (5/16 x 5 Lag Screw) (3) SN4 (3/8 Acorn Nut) LS5 AP Before raising the headbeam, place the hardware needed to attach the headbeam up in the playset so it will be handy. With a helper, carefully lift the headbeam from both ends until it is level with the safety rail of playset while bringing the A-Frame legs together to support the headbeam. Place the headbeam on the side rail being extremely careful it does not slip off and fall. With one person in the playset and the other steadying the A-Frame attach the headbeam to the fort as shown in Figure 11. Place part AO into position between parts AL as shown. Using a level determine and mark the location of the holes to be made in part AL so that the hole in part AO is centered on part AL. Mark the location on one side and drill a 3/8" hole in part AL. Attach part AO using MB2, FW3 and SN1. (see Figure 12) Figure 13 AL MB3 MB4 FW3 SN1 With one side of part AO attached, check the location of the mark for the other hole and adjust if needed. Drill the hole and finish attaching part AO. Once the A Frame And headbeams are attached and level, tighten all bolts and install the LS5 and at the top of part AL. (see Figure 13) Center and attach Name Plate AP to headbeam with nails provided. AL AO FW3 SN1 SN4 Figure 12 MB2 FW3 FW3 SN1 SN4 23 Figure 11

S T E P 1 8 : AT T A C H A C C E S S O R I E S T O P L A Y S E T 18 AB (Trapeze Bar & Rings) (2) AC (Belt Swing) AF (Steering Wheel) AG (Telescope) (4) AH (Handle) (8) LS1 (5/16 x 2" Lag Screw) (8) FW1 (3/8" Standard Washer) LS2 (5/16 x 2½" Lag Screw) (4) RHS3 (#10 x 1" Round Head Screw) (6) CL (Spring Clip) Figure 15 AF X Attach Handle 8 1/4 from the Counterbore hole in Ladder leg T with LS1 & FW1 as shown in Figure 14. Repeat step to attach the other three handles. RHS3 X AG Attach Steering Wheel AF to Horizontal Roof Support X with LS2. See Figure 15. LS2 Attach Telescope AG to Horizontal Roof Support X with RHS3 as shown in Figure 16. Attach Trapeze bar AB and Belt Swings AC to Headbeam with Spring Clips CL Provided. Figure 16 U AH T FW1 LS1 8¼ AB AC Figure 14 24

S T E P 1 9 : AT T A C H R O C K S & A S S E M B L E R O P E L A D D E R 19 (12) AI (Rocks) (3) AE (Ladder Rope) (6) AJ (Rope Ladder Rung) (12) CS1 (3/8 X 1½" Cap Screw) (12) RHS2 (#8 x 1¼" Round Head Screw) (12) FW7 (3/16 Flat Washer) Attach Rock Wall AI to Wall Boards with CS1, FW7 & RHS2 as shown in Figure 17. V FW7 RHS2 CS1 AI Figure 17 Lace Ropes AE through Rope Ladder Arm V and tie a double knot in the end of the ropes. Assemble Rope Ladder with single knots under each rung with about 11 3/16 spacing between each Ladder Rung AJ. Pull ropes through Base Ladder W from front to back, and tie double knots. AE AJ W 11 3 16 " 25

S T E P 2 0 : AT T A C H T I R E S W I N G & V I N Y L R O O F 20 S ( Vinyl Roof) AD (Tire Swing) (10) RHS1 (#8 x 1" Round Head Screw) (10) FW7 (#8 Flat Washer) (3) CL (Spring Clip) With the help of another person center Vinyl Roof S in both directions. Wrap ends of Vinyl Roof S around the inside of Side Roof Supports H and fasten with RHS1 & FW7. See Figure 18. Attach Tire Swing AD to Tire Swivel TS underneath the Deck with Spring Clips CL Provided. S S H RHS1 FW7 Figure 18 AD 26

S T E P 2 1 : AT T A C H S L I D E ( S O L D S E PA R AT E L Y ) 21 10 Wave Slide (2) FHS3 (#10 x 2 Round Head Screw) Attach Wave Slide with FHS3 Screw as shown in Figure 19 (make sure screws FHS3 goes through the deck and into Deck Support). FHS3 Figure 19 27

Consumer Information Sheet for Playground Surfacing Materials 1 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that about 100,000 playground equipment-related injuries resulting from falls to the ground surface are treated annually in the U.S. hospital emergency rooms. Injuries involving this hazard pattern tend to be among the most serious of all playground injuries, and have the potential to be fatal, particularly when the injury is to the head. The surface under and around playground equipment can be a major factor in determining the injurycausing potential 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 should never be placed on hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt and while grass may appear to be acceptable it may quickly turn to hard packed earth in areas of high traffic. Shredded bark mulch, wood chips, fine sand or fine gravel are considered to be acceptable shock absorbing surfaces when installed and maintained at a sufficient depth under and around playground equipment. The following table lists the maximum height from which a child would not be expected to sustain a lifethreatening head injury in a fall onto four different loose-fill surfacing materials if they are installed and maintained at depths of 6", 9", and 12". However, it should be recognized that all injuries due to falls cannot be prevented no matter what surfacing material is used. It is recommended that a shock absorbing material should extend a minimum of 6' in all directions from the perimeter of stationary equipment such as climbers and slides. However, because children may deliberately jump from a moving swing, the shock absorbing material should extend in the front and rear of a swing a minimum distance of 2 times the height of the pivot point measured from a point directly beneath the pivot point supporting structure. This information is intended to assist in comparing the relative shock-absorbing properties of various materials. No particular material is recommended over another. However, each material is only effective when properly maintained. Materials should be checked periodically and replenished to maintain correct depth as determined necessary for your equipment. The choice of a material depends on the type and height of the playground equipment, the availability of the material in your area, and its cost. FALL HEIGHT IN FEET FROM WHICH A LIFE THREATENING HEAD INJURY WOULD NOT BE EXPECTED TYPE OF MATERIAL 6" DEPTH 9" DEPTH 12" DEPTH Double Shredded Bark Mulch 6' 10' 11' Wood Chips 6' 7' 12' Fine Sand 5' 5' 9' Fine Gravel 6' 7' 10' 1 This information has been extracted from the CPSC publications Playground Surfacing Technical Information Guide and Handbook for Public Playground Safety. Copies of these reports can be obtained by sending a postcard to the Office of Public Affairs, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington, D.C. 20207. Or call the toll-free hotline: 1-800-638-2772. 28

Limited Two and Twelve Year Warranties Subject to proper installation and normal residential use, Escalade Sports warrants, subject to the limitations stated below, to the original retail purchaser, all chain, seats, swing hangers, hardware, metal braces and accessories to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase. In addition, Escalade Sports warrants all ropes for a period of one year. Cracks in non-functional plastic components are not considered defects in materials and workmanship if they do not affect the functionality of the playset. Merchandise covered under this limited two-year warranty will, at our option, be repaired or replaced, excluding any freight or labor fees that may be required. In addition, for a period of twelve years, which the original purchaser owns the playset, Escalade Sports warrants, to the original retail purchaser, all wooden components against structural failure due to corrosion, wood rot, or insect infestation. Seasonal checks and surface cracks, knotholes and knots, natural characteristics of all wooden play equipment, not resulting in structural failure, are not covered under this warranty. Components covered under this limited twelve year warranty will be replaced free of charge excluding freight and labor fees.. Non-residential use of the playset is prohibited and voids the warranty as the playsets are designed for residential use only. Escalade Sports reserves the right to examine photographs and/or physical evidence of merchandise claimed to be defective, and to recover said merchandise, prior to disposition of warranty claims. Merchandise returned to our factory for examination or recovery must be shipped freight prepaid, unless a Return Authorization Number is issued. No warranty is offered on equipment subjected to abuse, negligence, improper installation, vandalism, acts of God, unauthorized alteration or attachment to equipment other than our own, or improper use, service or repair by customer or any third party. Escalade Sports assumes no responsibility for incidental or consequential damages which may arise from the purchase or use of our equipment. Please supervise your children s play activity and maintain your play equipment periodically. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR USE. OASIS PLAYSETS DOES NOT ASSUME, OR AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR US, ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF OUR PRODUCTS. For warranty service, contact: Oasis Playsets Escalade Sports P.O. Box 889 Evansville, IN 47706 1-800-GO-SWING Or E-Mail us at: playgroundcs@escaladesports.com 29