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Supervisor’s or owner’s role in preventing injuries
It is the responsibility of the supervisor(s) of the trampoline users to provide knowledgeable and mature
supervision. They need to know and enforce all the rules and warnings set forth in this manual in order to
minimize the likelihood of accidents and injuries and to inform users of these rules. During the periods of time
when supervision is unavailable or inadequate, the trampoline should be disassembled and stored in a secure
place to prevent unauthorized use. The supervisor is also responsible to ensure that the safety placard is placed
on the trampoline and that the jumpers are informed of these warnings and instructions.
INSPECTION PRIOR TO EACH USE OR DAILY INSPECTION
DO NOT use the equipment if any bolts or nuts are missing or loose. ALWAYS check to ensure the
equipment and all parts are well secured and stable before each use.
ALWAYS clear the play area of any rocks, sharp objects, or any materials that could be potentially hazardous
to users.
DO NOT attach items to the equipment that are not specifically designed for use with the equipment,
including, but not limited to, jump ropes, clothesline, pet leashes, cables and chains as they may cause
choke hazards.
The steel and plastic parts used in your product are subject to normal wear. Gradual deterioration of the
material will occur, the speed of which will depend on the level of exposure to UV rays, airborne pollution,
outdoor weather conditions such as rain and wind and the amount of use. You must inspect the equipment
prior to every use. This includes, but is not limited to inspecting the set for cracks, excess wear, missing
parts, loose connections, and for overall integrity. When the set shows any signs of weakness, you must
stop using the play set immediately, properly store the set or restrict access by users until the condition is
resolved.
Verify that the suspended climbing ropes, chain or cable are secured at both ends and tightened, so that
there is no loose ropes, chain or cable hanging that can result in choking hazard.
When conducting inspections, it is recommended that you use the Suggested General Maintenance
Checklist and Routine Inspection and Maintenance Issues checklists provided by the US Consumer
Product Safety Commission, a copy of which is contained in this user manual.
CARE & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Inspect all nuts and bolts twice monthly during the usage season for tightness and tighten as required. It is
particularly important that this procedure is followed at the beginning of each season.
Oil all metallic moving parts monthly during the usage period.
Sand rusted areas on metal tubing and repaint using a non lead-based paint meeting the requirements of
Title 16 CFR Part 1303.
Check swing seats, ropes, cables and chains monthly during usage season for deterioration. Replacements
should be made in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Check all coverings for bolts and sharp edges twice monthly during usage season to be certain that they are
in place and replace when necessary. It is especially important to do this at the beginning of each new
season.
Do not use when the temperature drops below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C); remove and store the plastic
swing seats and slides indoors.
Use containment, such
as digging out around the perimeter and/or lining the perimeter with landscape
edging.
Do not install loose fill surfacing over hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt.
Installations of rubber tiles or poured-in-place surfaces (other than loose-fill materials) generally require a
professional and are not “do-it-yourself” projects.
Shall use Playground Surfacing Materials (other than loose-fill material) which comply with the safety
standard ASTM F1292 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing Materials within the Use
Zone of Playground Equipment.
Create a site free of obstacles that could cause injuries – such as low overhanging tree branches, overhead
wires, tree stumps and/or roots, large rocks, bricks, and concrete.
Locate bare metal platforms and slides out of direct sunlight to reduce the likelihood of serious burns. A slide
that faces north will receive the least direct sunlight.
Provide enough room so that children can use the equipment safely. For example, for structures with multiple
play activities, a slide should not exit in front of a swing.
Separate active and quiet activities from each other. For example, locate sandboxes away from swings or
use a guardrail or barrier to separate the sandbox from the movement of the swings.
