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INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY, MAINTENANCE AND USE OF TOYS
Please read carefully and keep all enclosed information for future reference.
1. ASSEMBLY AND SAFETY INFORMATION
toys must be assembled by an adult. They must be erected exactly in accordance with the assembly instructions. Enlisting
the aid of a helper will make assembly easier. In order to ensure the correct tensions and to ease assembly, it is important to
assemble the product hand tight to begin with. Only when complete, should the fastenings be fully tightened and checked. Please
ensure that all fastenings are tight before use. This pack may contain small parts and is not suitable for children under 36 months.
We recommend that you place small parts on a tray, or something similar, to prevent the frustration and disappointment of mislaying
them. Please take care during assembly as the manufacturing process can sometimes result in the occasional sharp edge and small
pieces of waste metalwork. Should there be any missing parts, the toy must not be used until replacement parts have been fitted - the
Customer Services line is +44 (0) 1299 872804 (English Speaking).
2. SITING
Under no circumstances should any of our toys be positioned on a hard surface such as concrete or asphalt, unless the ground under the
toy plus the recommended freespace area is covered with a safety surface. Examples of suitable surfaces are grass, sand or a play surface
intended for this use. toys should be sited on level ground.
3. USAGE
toys are designed and made for family domestic use only by children aged between 3 and 12 years, unless otherwise stated, and must not
be used by anybody else. Misuse can result in injury.
4. SUPERVISION
Children should always be supervised while they are playing on toys and should be instructed not to use the toy in an inappropriate or
hazardous manner. We recommend that they do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery that may catch or snag during play. Children
should not wear cycle helmets while playing on toys.
5. WEATHER CONDITIONS
Special care should be taken as weather conditions change. In particular, outdoor toys can become slippery in wet weather and tongues
and lips can stick to metalwork at subzero temperatures. In warmer and sunnier weather, parts can become hot, and the temperature should
be regularly checked during play, especially metal parts and slides. If there is any doubt over safety then the toys should not be used. Due
to these reasons we recommend that you orientate these areas of the product out of direct sunlight for sustained periods. If high wind is
expected or forecasted, please ensure that the outdoor toys are either moved to a sheltered position or well secured to the ground or other
immoveable object.
6. WATER PLAY
Many surfaces can become slippery during water play. Extra caution and supervision is required when combining water (e.g. paddling pools,
aqua slides etc.) with other forms of outdoor play.
7. MAINTENANCE.
With all toys it is vital that the equipment is checked regularly and often by an adult. The complete toy should be checked at least once a
month, and particular attention should be paid to connections and fastenings. If any parts exhibit signs of wear and tear, they may need to be
replaced. Checks must be carried out at the beginning of the usage season as well as at regular intervals throughout the usage season.
Check all nuts and bolts for tightness and tighten when required. Failure to do this may result in the product malfunctioning and causing
injury. Children must not be allowed to use the toy until properly installed and checked. Galvanised tubular products may require occasional
maintenance. If surface rust appears it should be removed with either a wire brush or coarse sandpaper, and the area treated with a non-
toxic paint.
8. SWING FRAMES
These must always be used with the stakes provided. If the stakes do not give enough hold, we recommend that you concrete them in place.
Never set the legs of a swing frame in concrete.
9. SWINGING TOYS
When fitting swinging toys it is vital that moving parts have no metal to metal contact. Children should be instructed not to pass in front of or
behind moving items, not to twist or swing an empty swing seat, and not to get off a swinging toy when it is in motion.
10. ROPES
These ropes will degrade over time. When signs of degradation appear, the toy should be replaced.
11. FIRE RISKS AND DISPOSAL
Never allow toys to be placed or used near a fire. When it becomes necessary to dispose of your equipment, remove all bolts and
disassemble. Store out of the reach of children until it can be properly disposed of.
These instructions are issued in the interest of child safety, and we do ask you to follow our advice.
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