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L310 / MODEL 2 STARTER
PRODUCT GUIDE

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  • Page 1 The Community Loft L310 / MODEL 2 STARTER PRODUCT GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Build the loft right where you want it. Do not Use the patterns supplied in this Product reposition assembled lofts by dragging. Guide. We cannot take responsibility for free- form structures. community playthings ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The first pages show what each piece looks We have also included instructions for taking like, and how many of each come with this kit. your loft apart and trying a new configuration. Then come the Basic Skills: the real nitty-gritty Important maintenance and cleaning informa- techniques you need to build your loft.

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Lay the pieces of your Model 2 Starter kit on the floor. You will see there are short panels and tall panels. The short ones are for the first and second layers of the loft; the tall ones are for the third layer.
  • Page 5 2 pair of Stair Railings 2 Stairs 4 Short Posts 1 Double Dowel Panel 1 Double Arch 2 Single Platforms 1 Double Platform Model 2 Starter...

  • Page 6: Basic Skills

    BASIC SKILLS We said no-tools assembly and we meant it. But you will need a friend to help you. It takes four hands to build a loft, but no tools at all! These basic skills are for building any of the loft patterns in this book.
  • Page 7 Stand two long posts and slide a short Secure the panel by sliding another con- panel into the connector rings. nector ring flat side up onto each post. Check the joints. Every panel should be To add the next panel, lift one of the connec- locked in place by four connector rings.
  • Page 8 Screw post extenders on top of the short Warning: posts which will support your landing. Do When arches are used on the second level not over-tighten the posts. Align the sides. they MUST be supported underneath by A slight loose ness will not affect the stabil- Arch Supports.
  • Page 9 notches 22" Coupling Left Railing Left Bottom Label 22" Coupling Lay the left stair railing on the floor. (Railings are labeled on their underside.) Affix a 22" coupling (with the shaped end up) to the top end of the railing, by sliding the metal connectors over their mates on the railing.
  • Page 10 Secure the railings using connec tor Add the railings. The railings slide into slots on the stairs with the ‘bottom’ label rings. Then, use short panels to com- down. plete the second layer. Add more con- nector rings as you build so each panel Hint: Hold couplings and press down.
  • Page 11 Slide another connector ring flat side Lay the platforms in place. Any half- down onto each post. circle holes should be filled with the half-circle plug at this time. Screw post extenders on top of each Check all the joints. Then, add the sec- post which goes to the third layer.
  • Page 12 notches 29" Coupling Left Railing Left Bottom Label 22" Coupling Follow the same procedure as you did in Step 11 for the lower stairs. However, note that on the lower stairs, the 4 couplings that are used are 22" long. On these upper stairs, the 2 cou- plings on the top are 29"...
  • Page 13 Use tall panels to create the third layer. Check all joints. Make sure all panels are Add connector rings as you go so each where you want them to be. Then fill the panel is secured by four rings and will hole between platforms using a circular not fall down.

  • Page 14: Choosing Your Configuration

    CHOOSING YOUR CONFIGURATION Which loft would you like to build? It may depend on where you want your loft to stand. Near win- dows so the children can look out? Far from the windows so it is cooler in summer? Look for a place where ceiling fixtures will not be within a child’s reach, then build the loft right where you want it.
  • Page 15 Annette’s loft has a royal staircase for Cinderella’s grand 101" entrance! The double arch below makes the lower level feel big enough for a ballroom while the tunnel under the landing is a nifty place for the fairy godmother to hide. Because the interior has three glass panels, you’ll be able 53"...

  • Page 16: Building Your Loft

    Tom’s loft Floor Plan - First Level Checklist in order of installation:  8 long and 2 short posts?  8 arch supports as shown in Floor Plan?  4 single arches and 5 single solid panels in bottom layer?  1 single and 1 double arch on second level to hold structure together?  All panels, arches and arch supports...
  • Page 17 Tom’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single platform landing?  2 post extenders on top of 2 short posts?  1 stair, 2 short posts at bottom, and 1 stair, 2 stair railings with 4 short couplings?  4 short clear panels, 2 solid panels, 1 diagonal arch, and 3 single arches to complete the second layer?  All panels and couplings held properly by the connectors?
  • Page 18 Tom’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single and 1 double platform on top with a half-circle plug?  8 post extenders on top of long posts?  1 stair, 2 stair railings with 2 short couplings at bottom and 2 long couplings on top? The Community Loft...
  • Page 19 Tom’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  7 upper panels?  All panels, stairs, and couplings held properly by the connectors?  12 caps screwed down tight? Refer to Safety page.   Levelling feet adjusted? Model 2 Starter...
  • Page 20 Maria’s loft Floor Plan - First Level Checklist in order of installation:  8 long and 2 short posts?  8 arch supports as shown in Floor Plan?  4 single arches and 5 single solid panels in bottom layer? Arch Support  1 single and 1 double arch on second level to hold structure together?
  • Page 21 Maria’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single platform landing?  2 post extenders on top of 2 short posts?  Stair with 1 short post at bottom, 2 stair railings with 4 short couplings?  4 short clear panels, 2 solid panels, 1 diagonal arch, and 3 single arches to complete the second layer?  All panels and couplings held properly by the connectors? Model 2 Starter...
  • Page 22 Maria’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single and 1 double platform on top with a half-circle plug?  8 post extenders on top of long posts?  1 stair, 2 stair railings with 2 short couplings at bottom and 2 long couplings at top? The Community Loft...
  • Page 23 Maria’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  7 upper panels?  All panels and couplings held properly by the connectors?  11 caps screwed down tight?  Refer to Safety page.  Levelling feet adjusted? Model 2 Starter...
  • Page 24 Annette’s loft Checklist in order of installation: Floor Plan - First Level  8 long and 2 short posts?  4 single arches and 5 single solid panels in bottom layer?  8 arch supports as shown in Floor Plan?  1 single and 1 double arch on second level to hold structure together? Arch Support...
  • Page 25 Annette’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single platform landing?  2 post extenders on top of 2 short posts?  Stair with 2 short posts at bottom, 2 railings with 4 short couplings?  4 short clear panels, 2 solid panels, 1 diagonal arch, and 3 single arches to complete the second layer?  All panels and couplings held properly by the connectors? Model 2 Starter...
  • Page 26 Annette’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single and 1 double platform on top with 1 half-circle plug?  8 post extenders on top of long posts?  1 stair, 2 stair railings with 2 short couplings at bottom and 2 long couplings at top? The Community Loft...
  • Page 27 Annette’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  7 upper panels?  All panels, couplings held properly by the connectors?  12 caps screwed down tight?  Refer to Safety page.  Levelling feet adjusted? Model 2 Starter...
  • Page 28 Robin’s loft Checklist in order of installation: Floor Plan - First Level  8 long and 2 short posts?  8 arch supports as shown in Floor Plan?  4 single arches and 5 single solid panels in bottom layer?  1 single and 1 double arch on second level to hold structure together? Arch Support...
  • Page 29 Robin’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single platform landing?  2 post extenders on top of 2 short posts?  Stair with 1 short post at bottom, 2 stair railings with 4 short couplings?  4 short clear panels, 2 solid panels, 1 diagonal arch, and 3 single arches to complete the second layer?  All panels and couplings held properly by the connectors? Model 2 Starter...
  • Page 30 Robin’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  1 single and 1 double platform on top with 1 half-circle plug?  8 post extenders on top of long posts?  1 stair, 2 stair railings with 2 short couplings at bottom and 2 long couplings on top? The Community Loft...
  • Page 31 Robin’s loft Checklist in order of installation:  7 upper panels?  All panels and couplings held properly by the connectors?  11 caps screwed down tight?  Refer to Safety page.  Levelling feet adjusted? Model 2 Starter...

  • Page 32: Maintaining Your Loft

    MAINTAINING YOUR LOFT Periodically inspect for cracks, breaks, loose When cleaning plastic surfaces, do not use harsh parts, missing parts, and/or malfunctions. detergents or cleansers. These may scratch or Check caps to be sure they remain tightly mar the surface. Nontoxic household plastic screwed down.

  • Page 33: Cleaning Your Carpets

    CLEANING YOUR CARPETS You will not need to wash your carpets as often The carpets are made of a nylon fiber weave. Just if you vacuum them frequently. When you do use the methods below to clean common spills. need to wash them, however, they are designed If you have a spill that is not described, call to come off for cleaning.

  • Page 34: Taking Apart Your Loft

    TAKING APART YOUR LOFT Before taking apart your loft, read all of the in- structions, and get a friend to help. If you plan to store your loft, remember it is made of wood, and needs to be stored in a dry place. Start at the top of the loft and work downward.
  • Page 35 Unscrew post extenders and lift off Take the stair railings off by lifting loose connector rings. If you have trou- straight up. Then you can remove the ble unscrewing posts, put a connector stairs. A sharp tap on the bottom of the ring on each side of the joint and use couplings will loosen them from the them as wrenches to loosen the posts.
  • Page 36 ® CUSTOMER SERVICE: United States PO Box 2 Ulster Park, NY 12487 Office hours: 9-5 EST Phone (800) 777-4244 Fax (800) 336-5948 (845) 572-3468 www.CommunityPlaythings.com Sales@CommunityPlaythings.com CF12 DC6366 Rev V...