Summary of Contents for Backyard Discovery Dakota Ridge
Page 1
For the most up to date assembly manual, to register your set, or to order replacement parts please visit www.backyarddiscovery.com SAVE THIS ASSEMBLY MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IN THE EVENT THAT YOU NEED TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS. Made in China | INS-1905023B-DAKOTA RIDGE-ENG 03/30/21...
Page 2
INSTALLATION SERVICES AVAILABLE! Need a helping hand? Let our team of professionals handle the installation for you! *Installation services are only available to U.S. customers. With Go Configure, we bring you 18 years of experience right to your doorstep. We service a wide array of indoor and outdoor recreation products that most consumers don’t have the time or ability to deliver &...
Page 3
Owner’s Manual Please Read This Before Starting Assembly MISSING A PART? CALL US BEFORE GOING BACK TO THE STORE Th e store where you made your purchase does not stock parts for this item. If you have assembly questions or you are missing or have damaged parts, please call 1-800-856-4445 you can also visit www.backyarddiscovery.com...
Page 4
All wood carries a five (5) year warranty against rot and decay from the original purchase date. Backyard Discovery Metal Play Structure Backyard Discovery warrants this metal play product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the original date of purchase. General Warranty Information This warranty applies to the original owner and registrant and is non-transferable.
Page 5
Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions and Safety Warnings WARNING: BURN HAZARD • Pay special attention to plastic and metal surfaces as they may be hot enough to cause burns. • Always check the temperature of the product before NOTE: letting your children play on it. •...
Page 6
Owner’s Manual Please Read This Before Starting Assembly Positioning Your Playcenter Suggested Playground Surfacing • Th e playcenter is designed to be installed on a level • Do not install home playground equipment over surface by an adult with an adult helper. Place concrete, asphalt, packed earth, grass, carpet, or any in a fl at area of your yard to minimize ground other hard surface.
Page 7
Owner’s Manual Please Read This Before Starting Assembly APPENDIX A The following information is from the United States X3.1.3.2 Do not install loose-fi ll surfacing over hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Information X3.1.4 Poured-In-Place Surfaces or Pre-Manufactured Sheet for playground surfacing material;...
Page 8
• Check all moving parts including swing seats, Backyard Discovery assumes no responsibility or ropes, cables, and chains for wear, rust, or other liability for any charge incurred by the Customer for deterioration.
Page 9
About Our Wood Backyard Discovery uses 100% Cedar (C. Lanceolata) wood. Although we take great care in selecting the best quality lumber available, wood is still a product of nature and susceptible to weathering which can change the appearance of your set.
Page 10
Owner’s Manual Assembly Tips Protrusion Hazard Incorrect Correct If you see exposed threads and your bolt protrudes beyond the T-Nut you may have over tightened the bolt or used incorrect hardware. If you’ve overtightened, remove the bolt and add washers to eliminate the protrusion.
Page 11
Owner’s Manual Assembly Tips ASSEMBLY TIP: Keep an eye out for these boxes which will contain helpful pictures and information making the assembly process as quick and painless as possible. Sorting Wood When removing the wood from the boxes we recommend arranging them by part number before you begin assembly.
Page 12
Basic Setup Dimensions Place the set on level ground, not less than 6.6 ft [2 m] from any structure or obstruction such as a fence, garage, house, overhanging branches, laundry lines, or electrical wires. 6.6 ft Safe Play Zone [2.0 m] 22.28 ft 10.29 ft [3.1 m]...
Page 13
Tools Required for Installation: (These are the tools that are generally required for assembly of our outdoor products. These tools are not included with the outdoor product purchase.) (Phillips Screw Driver) (Open End Wrenches 1/2") (Level 24") (Square) (Rubber Mallet - Optional) (Claw Hammer) (Tape Measure) (Drill Attachments:...
Page 22
Parts Identification Accessories (NOT TO SCALE) - SLIDE RAIL TOP RIGHT - A6P00104 - SLIDE RAIL TOP LEFT - A6P00102 - SLIDE RAIL BOTTOM LEFT - A6P00103 - SLIDE RAIL BOTTOM RIGHT - A6P00105 - CHAIN GREEN 51.25" - A100068 - CHAIN GREEN 31"...
Page 23
M77 - SLIDE BRACE - W4L12363 - SLIDE BED LT.GREEN - A6P00325 5/8"x3 3/8"x14 1/4" (16x86x362) STEP 1 SPEEDY SLIDE ASSEMBLY BOLT WH 5/16x1/2 T-NUT 5/16 SLIDE BED LT.GREEN (1 PLC) PLACING THE SLIDE BED OUT IN THE SUN BOLT WH 5/16x1/2 (2 PLCS) MAKES IT EASIER TO BEND.
- SLIDE RAIL BOTTOM LEFT - A6P00103 - SLIDE RAIL TOP LEFT - A6P00102 - SLIDE RAIL TOP RIGHT - A6P00104 - SLIDE RAIL BOTTOM RIGHT - A6P00105 SPEEDY SLIDE ASSEMBLY STEP 2 ● REPEAT ON OTHER SIDE, MAKING A LEFT AND RIGHT ASSEMBLY. BOLT WH 5/16x1/2 WASHER...
Page 25
M78 - CENTER SLIDE BRACE - W4L12362 5/8"x3 3/8"x14 1/4" (16x86x362) SPEEDY SLIDE ASSEMBLY STEP 3 ● PLACE (1) SLIDE RAIL ASSEMBLY ON A FLAT SURFACE AND BEGIN INSERTING SLIDE BED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SLIDE RAIL (FIG. 1). HAVE A HELPER BEND THE SLIDE BED TOWARDS THE TOP OF THE SLIDE AND INSERT THE BED INTO THE SLIDE CAVITY.
Page 26
SPEEDY SLIDE ASSEMBLY STEP 4 1. PLACE THE SLIDE RAIL ON FLAT SURFACE. STARTING AT THE BOTTOM, INSERT THE SLIDE BED INTO THE CHANNEL ON THE INSIDE OF THE RAIL. HOLD THE SLIDE BED IN PLACE WHILE A HELPER BENDS THE SLIDE BED INO THE CHANNEL.
Page 37
M18 - BENCH SEAT - W4L07098 5/8"x3 3/8"x23 1/2" (16x86x598) BENCH ASSEMBLY STEP 4 SCREW PFH 8x1-3/4" SCREW PFH 8x1-3/4" (8 PLCS) PRE-DRILL WITH 1/8" DRILL BIT USING M18 BOARD AS A TEMPLATE TO REDUCE SPLITTING. SCREWS SHOULD BE CENTERED IN H9 BOARD.
Page 68
- GREEN HC ROCK #1 - A6P00036 - GREEN HC ROCK #2 - A6P00037 STEP 31 BOLT PTH (10) 1/4x3/4 WASHER (10) LOCK INT 8x15 WASHER LOCK INT 8x15 (10 PLCS) BOLT PTH 1/4x3/4 (10 PLCS) GREEN HC ROCK #2 GREEN HC ROCK #1...
Page 74
- GROUND STAKE REBAR - A4M00527 STEP 37 TAP IN GROUND STAKES AT AN APPROXIMATE 45° ANGLE AT THE LOCATIONS SHOWN. USING GROUND STAKES AS A GUIDE, DRILL 7/16" DIA HOLES. BOLT WH 5/16x1/2 WASHER NOTE: LOCK EXT FAILURE TO USE GROUND STAKES CAN VOID WARRANTY & CAUSE INJURY! 12x19 NUT BARREL WH 5/16x7/8...
Page 75
- GROUND STAKE REBAR - A4M00527 STEP 38 TAP IN GROUND STAKES AT AN APPROXIMATE 45° ANGLE AT THE LOCATIONS SHOWN. BOLT WH 5/16x1/2 USING GROUND STAKES AS A GUIDE, DRILL 7/16" DIA HOLES. WASHER LOCK EXT NOTE: 12x19 FAILURE TO USE GROUND STAKES CAN VOID WARRANTY & CAUSE INJURY! NUT BARREL WH 5/16x5/8 WASHER LOCK EXT 12x19...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Dakota Ridge and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers