Assembly
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ManChester Fun DeCk
19807-100 rev D (07-16)
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mAIntenAnce InstructIOns
yOur creAtIVe PlAythInGs Play set Is stAIneD At Our FActOry.
stAInInG Is nOt neeDeD At the tIme OF InItIAl Assembly.
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 manufac-
turer.
• 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 Play set finish will
vary depending on weather climate.
• as a safety precaution, check all hardware 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 pre-
vent 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 Play set should never be disposed of by burning.
• Dispose of all parts so as not to create a hazard.
tools & materials required for Finishing & Assembly:
• Claw type hammer
• Carpenter’s Level
• Box Wrench or sockets (1/2")
• electric Drill
• 1/8", 1/4" and 3/8" Drill Bits (high speed)
• screwdriver or screw tip for Drill (Medium Phillips)
• Locking Pliers
• 10 ft. tape Measure
• Framing square
• 6 ft. step Ladder
• Beeswax or soap (used to lubricate screw threads)
• saw
