GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
R3.5 – 03
R3.5 - 03.4 GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES (CONTINUED)
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To ensure proper alignment of system equipment, it is the manufacturer’s recommendation that concrete be poured
after assembly.
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While referring to the following installation instructions, erect the equipment (main structure first) and plumb and level
as you proceed.
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Do not fully tighten hardware until assembly is complete.
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Once assembly is complete, with the equipment plumb and level, tighten the hardware and pour the concrete. All
concrete must cure for at least 72 hours prior to being disturbed.
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Affix Surfacing Level, Warning and Designed for Ages (age appropriate) labels to equipment. Labels should be
placed in a conspicuous area such as by the main equipment access point. For replacement or additional warning
labels, please contact customer service at 1-800-333-8519.
(Refer to Sections R3.5 – 07.2 & 07.3 for label type and correct placement)
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WARNING: Never install play equipment over concrete, asphalt, or bare ground. Always use a resilient impact
attenuating safety surfacing material. Loose-fill safety surfacing material should not be installed over concrete or
asphalt.
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Do not let children play on or near play equipment until assembly and installation is complete and an impact
attenuating safety surfacing material is installed.
The impact attenuation of the protective surfacing under and around playground equipment should be rated to have
a critical height value of at least the height of the highest accessible part of the equipment. To determine the highest
accessible part of equipment, refer to the current publication of the CPSC, “Public Playground Safety Handbook”,
Publication 325 at www.cpsc.gov. The critical height for surfacing is to be rated in accordance with ASTM F 1292,
“Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing Material Within the Use Zone of Playground Equipment”. The
CPSC “Public Playground Safety Handbook” also provides a table of critical heights for selected loose fill materials.
Contact the manufacturer of unitary surfacing materials (rubber matting) for the critical height ratings of their
products.
The entire area under and around all playground equipment must be covered with an impact attenuating safety
surfacing material. Refer to the current publication of the CPSC, “Public Playground Safety Handbook” for
recommendations on the type and depth of the impact attenuating safety surfacing material.
For a copy of the current publication of the CPSC “Public Playground Safety Handbook”
Write To:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Call Toll Free: 1-800-638-2772
Office of Information and Public Affairs Visit the C.P.S.C. web site: www.cpsc.gov
Washington, D.C. 20207
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Good drainage around structural supports is important (i.e. under swings and at the end of slides) because they tend
to become the lowest points and need the most active drainage. Inquire with local contractors for appropriate
recommendations.
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Many surfacing materials can become compacted due to weather and use, which reduces their impact attenuation. It
is strongly recommended that the surfacing be checked weekly and material added or replaced as necessary.
R3.5 - 03.5 SAFETY DURING INSTALLATION
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After doing a layout of all footings and before digging footing holes, be sure to inquire about underground utilities
that may exist. Call 811, a federally-mandated national "Call Before You Dig" phone number.
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Do not leave the job site unattended without making sure that all fastening hardware on all main structures and
components have been tightened. We also suggest roping off construction areas and covering all holes that do not
have a piece of equipment in them with plywood or other suitable material. Ready or not, children will use
unattended equipment.
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Due to the weight involved with the structure you have purchased, it is advisable that a party of four to six persons of
average build assemble the structure.
www.playcraftsystems.com
For Customer Service Call
800.333.8519 (U.S.A.) or
541.955.9199 (International)
7/2/2018
