INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY, MAINTENANCE AND USE OF TP TOYS
Please read carefully and keep all enclosed information for future reference.
1. ASSEMBLY AND SAFETY INFORMATION
TP 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. This pack may contain
small parts and is not suitable for children under 36 months until fully assembled. 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 TP Customer Services line is +44 (0)1299 872804.
2. SITING
Under no circumstances should any of our toys be positioned on a hard surface, unless the ground under the toy plus the
recommended freespace area is covered with a safety surface (please refer to diagram on page 8). The toy should ideally be
sited with grass, sand or a recommended play surface covering the freespace area.
A fall onto a hard surface can result in
serious injury
. TP toys should be sited on level ground away from the house, overhanging branches, laundry lines, electrical wires
or any other similar obstruction. Installing your playset on sloping ground can cause it to lean or ‘rack.’ This puts additional stress on
all the connections and joints and in time will cause them to fail. This is not covered by any guarantee.
3. USAGE
TP toys are designed and made to be used by children aged between 12 months and 12 years, unless otherwise stated, and must
not be used by anybody else. TP toys are designed for family outdoor domestic use only.
4. SUPERVISION
Children should always be supervised
while they are playing on TP toys and should be instructed not to use the toy in an
inappropriate or hazardous manner. Make sure they do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery that can catch or snag. Children
should not wear cycle helmets while playing on TP toys.
5. PLAYING IN WET CONDITIONS
Many surfaces can become slippery in wet or icy conditions. Lips, tongues and wet skin can stick to metalwork in very cold weather.
Therefore, in these conditions children must not be allowed to use the toy. Extra caution and supervision is required when combining
water (eg. paddling pools, aqua slides, etc.) with outdoor play.
6. 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 the suspension system, ropes, and all fittings, bolts, nuts, and shackles,
etc. If any parts exhibit signs of wear and tear, they may need to be replaced. Failure to do this may result in the product
malfunctioning and causing injury. If a sharp edge or protruding bolt is found, saw and file it down until flush and smooth. Children
must not be allowed to use the toy until properly installed and checked.
Galvanised tubular products - This range of TP toys is made from either zinc-coated or hot-dipped galvanised tubing. If surface rust
appears it should be removed with either a wire brush or coarse sandpaper, and the area treated with a cold galvanising paint such
as Galvafroid or Polygalv. These are two well-known names, although other makes of paint are available from most hardware or DIY
stores.
7. 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
.
8. SWINGING TOYS (Swing Seats, Trapeze Bars & Rings, etc.)
TP swing frames and some climbing frames employ nylon bush bearings. Swing accessories should be fitted to these in accordance
with the original product instructions. 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.
9. ROPES (Swings, Nets, Rope Ladders, etc.)
These ropes will degrade over time. This can be recognised by the rope becoming pale in colour and giving off a fine powder when
rubbed. When either of these signs appears, the toy should be withdrawn from use. Products where the rope is joined with
aluminium crimp will need to be completely replaced.
10. SLIDES
TP slides are manufactured with a UV stabiliser which prolongs their life. Always check that the slide is not hot from the sun before
allowing children to play. If the slide is hot, pour cold water down the slide until it feels cool to touch. Check the slide several times
during extended play.
11. FIRE RISKS AND DISPOSAL
Never allow TP 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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