INSTALLATION
1.
Do not install tire swing over concrete, asphalt, packed earth, or any other hard surface. See pages 6 for more
information on proper protective surfacing material.
2.
Confirm that the supporting structure is secure, it will support at least 200 pounds, is over level ground, and is
no less than 6 ft. from vertical elements on all sides.
3. Tree Limb Assembly
• Test tree limb to ensure that it will hold the weight limit of 200 lbs. safely.
• Form a small noose at one end of your rope and throw it over the tree limb.
• Run the other end of rope through the noose you created and tighten firmly.
• Run the end of rope through the loop on the tire swing.
• Tie a minimum of TWO tight knots firmly. Bottom of swing should be no less than 8 inches from ground.
See figure 2.
4.
Swing Set or other Horizontal Beam Assembly
Attach the tire swing to a swing set by removing one set of chains from an existing swing and attach the upper
loop (above the PVC separator bar) to the chain support hook on the underside of the swing set crossbar. Then
close the hook.
See figure 1.
Allow 6 ft. of clearance on each side of the swing from stationary objects or other swinging elements of any kind.
Bottom of swing should be no less than 8 inches from ground.
See figure 2.
At least 6 feet from trunk
or 1½ times the length
of the swings rope
8 inch minumum
ground clearance
Rope
Double
knot
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
Figure 2
Figure 1
Open hook
and hang swing
Close hook
PVC spreader bar
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1. At the beginning of each season
and at least twice monthly during
usage, treat ropes with a Tef-
lon-based lubricant.
2. Before each use, check the rope,
knots, support and all connections
for evidence of deterioration,
excessive wear, fractures, breaks
or sharp edges and replace as
necessary. 3. Take tire swing
indoors when the temperature
drops below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
WARNING: Failure to carry out these
checks and inspections could result
in a fall or injury.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. An adult should supervise play on this product for children of all ages.
2. Limit: 1 child per swing.
3. Only for family domestic outdoor use by children 3-8 years old.
4. Dress children appropriately, including wearing well-fitting shoes that fully protect the feet.
5. Instruct children to:
• avoid swinging empty seats or swings and to not swing higher than hook attachment.
• get off the swing only after it has completely stopped and to hold the rope until both feet are planted firmly
on the ground.
• remove articles before playing on equipment that create hazards. Examples include: ponchos, scarves, and
other loose-fitting clothing, bike or other sports helmets.
• not walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items.
DO NOT walk in front or behind swing while in motion
WARNING: Never swing higher than hook attachment
