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WARNING: Ages 3+. Choking hazard: contains small parts. Keep away from small children. Assembly and use should always be
under adult supervision. This product is warranted for 30 days against manufacturer defects. Please retain retail receipt for date and
purchase location verification. The product is not warranted against misuse, incorrect assembly or normal wear. The manufacturer,
at its sole discretion, reserves the right to replace the entire unit or defective parts only within the warranty period.
PARTS LIST: 1 Platform Swing, 4 Foam Covered Tube Frame Pieces, 2 Ropes with Hardware
attached (Bolts/Nuts/Washers), 1 Wrench, 1 Spare Set of Hardware (Bolt/Nut/Washer)
DIAGRAM 1: PLATFORM YARD SWING ASSEMBLY
Platform Swing
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ASSEMBLY:
Remove the parts from the packaging and check that they are complete.
Check that each rope harness is correctly assembled as shown in the
Diagram 1, Assembly instructions.
Place the swing platform on the ground. Insert the foam-covered tube
frame pieces into each of the four side loops.
Connect the four tube frame pieces together. Ensure that one narrow end
and one wide end is put together in each case. Align the holes in both
pieces, insert the bolt with a washer through the aligned holes and place
another washer and a nut on the opposite end. Tighten using the wrench
provided. While the nut has a nylon sleeve designed to keep the bolt from
loosening, we recommend that the nut be checked for looseness before
each use.
Always supervise children and teach them to use the equipment safely.
Tuck in all clothing that can get caught on playground equipment and
remove loose accessories such as scarves or dress-up capes.
Take off bicycle helmets before using playground equipment. Bicycle
helmets can get caught on equipment and strangle a child.
HANGING THE SWING AND ROPE ADJUSTMENT:
Please note that this swing is designed to be used and hung from an existing
swing set in place of a conventional swing with sufficiently strong swing
hooks and a nylon bearing. This swing does not include mounting hardware
for any other type of installation.
When the assembled swing set is installed according to the instructions in
this manual, the minimum clearance between the ground surface and the
underside of the swing shall be 20 cm (8 in).
Hang the swing from a suitable swing frame using the retaining rings
(Diagram 1). Hanging points must be at least as far apart as the swing seat is
wide plus an additional 10 cm (4 in). The swing has two ropes and adjust-
ment loops so that the height of the swing can be adjusted to fit any suitable
hanging device. The swing ropes can be lengthened or shortened by
pushing or pulling it through the adjustment loops. No one should sit on the
swing while making adjustments. When making adjustments, ensure that
the ropes remain the same length on both sides. Differing rope lengths will
cause undesirable circular pendulum motion of the swing. If in doubt,
perform a few gentle swings.
WARNING: Children have died when their clothing or drawstrings have been
caught on playground equipment or on fences. Children have also died
when they became entangled on ropes or skipping ropes attached to
playground equipment.
any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury
to the equipment user. Grass and dirt are not considered protective
surfacing because wear and environmental factors can reduce their shock
absorbing effectiveness. Carpeting and thin mats are generally not adequate
protective surfacing. Ground level equipment—such as a sandbox, activity
wall, playhouse or other equipment that has no elevated play surface—does
not need any protective surfacing.
LOOSEFILL MATERIALS:
Maintain a minimum depth of 23 cm (9 in) of loose-fill materials such as
wood mulch/chips, engineered wood fiber (EWF), or shredded/recycled
rubber mulch for equipment up to 2.44 m (4 ft) high; and 23 cm (9 in) of sand
or pea gravel for equipment up to 1.52 m (5 ft) high. NOTE: An initial fill level
of 30 cm (12 in) will compress to about a 23 cm (9 in) depth of surfacing over
time. The surfacing will also compact, displace, and settle, and should be
periodically refilled to maintain at least a 23 cm (9 in) depth. • Use a
minimum of 15 cm (6 in) of protective surfacing for play equipment less than
1.22 m (4 ft) in height. If maintained properly, this should be adequate. (At
depths less than 15 cm (6 in), the protective material is too easily displaced
or compacted.) • Use containment, such as digging out around the perimeter
and/or lining the perimeter with landscape edging. Don’t forget to account
for water drainage. • Check and maintain the depth of the loose-fill surfacing
material. To maintain the right amount of loose-fill materials, mark the
correct level on play equipment support posts. That way you can easily see
when to replenish and/or redistribute the surfacing. • Do not install loose fill
surfacing over hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt.
POUREDINPLACE SURFACES OR PREMANUFACTURED RUBBER
TILES:
You may be interested in using surfacing other than loose-fill materials—like
rubber tiles or poured in-place surfaces. • Installations of these surfaces
generally require a professional and are not “do-it-yourself” projects. Review
surface specifications before purchasing this type of surfacing. Ask the
installer/ manufacturer for a report showing that the product has been
tested to the following safety standard: ASTM F1292 Standard Specification
for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing Materials within the Use Zone of
Playground Equipment. This report should show the specific height for
which the surface is intended to protect against serious head injury. This
height should be equal to or greater than the fall height—vertical distance
between a designated play surface (elevated surface for standing, sitting, or
climbing) and the protective surfacing below—of your play equipment.
• Check the protective surfacing frequently for wear.
SELECT PROTECTIVE SURFACING
One of the most important things you can do to reduce the likelihood of
serious head injuries is to install shock-absorbing protective surfacing under
and around your play equipment. The protective surfacing should be applied
to a depth that is suitable for the equipment height in accordance with ASTM
F1292. There are different types of surfacing to choose from; whichever
product you select, follow these guidelines:
NOTE:
Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, or
WARNING: Please save this information for future reference.
Supports total weight of up to 114 kg (250 lb).
VivaActive® is a registered trademark of the goba Sports Group, Inc. in the USA, Canada and other countries.
Imported and distributed under license by: Core Sports Inc., 151 Whitehall Drive, Markham, Ontario L3R 9T1
Customer service: 1-877-586-7723
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Only use under direct supervision of an adult! This product must be used
with caution, to avoid falls or collisions causing injury to the user or third
parties. Before use, check all parts for proper fit and ensure that all
locking devices are secure.
Only suitable for private, domestic use. The owners of the swing, as well
as competent supervisory personnel, are responsible for ensuring that all
users enjoy this product in a safe manner.
Do not make any modifications to this product. Adjustments must only
be carried out according to these instructions.
Keep others a safe distance away from the swing when in use. Do not
walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items.
Never stand or kneel on the swing. Always hold firmly with both hands.
Do not twist swing chains or ropes or loop them over the top support
since this may reduce the strength of the chain or rope.
Do not use the swing in a manner other than intended.
Do not get off the swing when the swing is in motion.
No objects of any kind must be in the vicinity of the swing area (trees,
walls, fences, clothes lines, etc.). Make sure that the ground is level, shock
absorbing, and without any sharp edges, pointed objects, obstacles,
inclines, differing levels, steps or hard surfaces. Rake surface periodically
to prevent compaction and maintain appropriate depths.
Do not attempt to use the swing until it is completely assembled and
properly installed.
At the beginning of each play season:
Tighten all hardware.
Check all protective covers on bolts, pipes, edges and corners.
Replace if they are loose, cracked or missing.
Check all moving parts including swing seats and ropes for wear, rust,
or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
Check all metal parts for rust. If found, contact the manufacturer and
replace.
Placement:
Proper placement and maintenance of protective surfacing is essential. Be
sure to:
Enjoy being outside and active!
Extend surfacing at least 1.82 m (6 ft) from the equipment in all directions.
For to-fro swings, extend protective surfacing in front of and behind the
swing to a distance equal to twice the height of the top bar from which
the swing is suspended.
For tire swings, extend surfacing in a circle whose radius is equal to the
height of the suspending chain or rope, plus 1.83 m (6 ft) in all directions.
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Reinstall any plastic parts that were removed for the cold season.
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to
prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth. Replace as
necessary.
Twice a month during play season:
Tighten all hardware.
Check all protective covers on bolts, pipes, edges and corners.
Replace if they are loose, cracked or missing.
Check all moving parts including swing seats and ropes for wear, rust,
or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to
prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth. Replace as
necessary.
Once a month during play season, check all moving parts including
swing seats, ropes, and chains for wear, rust, or other deterioration.
Lubricate metallic moving parts as needed. Replace other parts as
needed.
At the end of each play season or when the temperature drops below
0°C (32°F):
Remove any plastic parts that could be compromised by cold weather
and take indoors or do not use.
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to
prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth. Replace as
necessary.
Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning
labels.
When disassembling or disposing of the swing, take down all potential
hazards including ropes, fixtures, and mounting hardware.
No more than one person at a time.
Children must avoid swinging empty seats.
Children must be instructed to sit in the centre of the swing with their
full weight on the seat.
The owners of the swing, as well as competent supervisory personnel,
are responsible for instructing children not to use the swing when it is
wet.
The owners of the swing, as well as competent supervisory personnel,
are responsible for ensuring children wear well-fitting and full foot
enclosing footwear. Clogs, flip flops and sandals must not be worn.
Place disk swings* in separate bays, away from other swinging
equipment.
Make sure that you have a safety clearance, in front and back, of at least 2
m (80 in) beyond the maximum reach of the swing. Clearance between
the swing and stationary components, such as swing scaffolding, must
be at least 40 cm (16 in) on each side. Platform swing should be between
30 cm - 40.6 cm (12 in - 16 in); not to exceed 40.6 cm (16 in) high from the
ground. The maximum fall height (measured from the highest point in
the swinging arc) should not be more than 229 cm (90 in). Other
swinging components, such as a neighbouring swing, must be placed at
a distance of at least 60 cm (24 in) away, measured while at rest.
Constant exposure to UV in sunlight can lead to fading of the colour, but
will not affect performance or safety of the swing.
The swing should be dismantled and stored indoors if not used for an
extended period of time.
6 ft (1.83 m)
6 ft (1.83 m)
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Denotes use zone with protective surfacing
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RETAINING RINGS
ADJUSTMENT
LOOPS
WARNING: Do not attach anything to this swing that is not specifically
designed for use with the swing, such as, but not limited to, jump ropes,
clothesline, pet leashes, cables and chains as they may cause a strangula-
tion hazard.
Never add extra length to chain or rope. The chains or ropes provided are
the maximum length designed for the swinging element.
