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© 2021 The Swingset Company
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Pathfinder
Need a hand? Give us a call. 888.525.1185
Also, feedback is appreciated. If you think any part of this manual is
confusing, or if you have suggestions for how to better explain one of the
steps, please let us know by emailing info@theswingsetco.com
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  • Page 1 © 2021 The Swingset Company INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Pathfinder Need a hand? Give us a call. 888.525.1185 Also, feedback is appreciated. If you think any part of this manual is confusing, or if you have suggestions for how to better explain one of the steps, please let us know by emailing info@theswingsetco.com...
  • Page 2: Tools Needed

    The Swingset Company (TSC) team has designed the easiest playset to assemble (in our humble opinion :) We’ve pre-drilled all the holes, sanded all the wood, and pre-assembled many of the parts for you. We even use the fewest variations of fasteners. We hope you find this assembly to be enjoyable and stress-free. But if you get stuck, don’t hesitate to call us at 888.525.1185.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    The Swingset Company (TSC) shall not be liable for The maximum safe weight on the Fort deck is 500 lb. incidental, indirect or consequential damages or...
  • Page 4 “Fort Accessories”. This is where you’ll find all your screws and the special drill bit required for assembly. We’ve provided a few extra screws in each bag, just in case you lose a few  Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 5 Crossbeam. Use the provided drill bit (T-25) to attach all the screws in this manual. [Tip: use a 90 degree angle to ensure the beams are square & perpendicular] Parts Needed: T-25 Figure A Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 6 Make sure Parts Needed: the narrow support bars face this way Figure C Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT: The ground beneath each post must be at the same level to ensure all beams are horizontal and square. Parts Needed: Make sure all beams are flush to the edges of the posts, as shown. Figure D Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 8 Figure E. Tip: Make sure the end of each Brace lines up with the edge of each Post and the bottom of the beam, see figure F. Figure F Parts Needed: Figure E Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 9 You’ll need your friend again for this step. Insert the two Deck Floors. They are identical. The cutout in the floor joists should rest on the support bars of the Crossbeams. Do NOT screw them into place yet. Parts Needed: Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 10 Finally, attach the last two Crossbeams (#2) using the prior page in order to better demonstrate the two “A” screws in each side, See Figure H. upcoming steps. Parts Needed: For ladder, see separate instructions that came with this part. Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 11 “C” screws, one on each end, as shown to the right. Finally, install the 2 green safety handles which came with the ladder. One handle will attach to the Post, the other to the Tall Vertical. Parts Needed: Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 12 Step 8: Screw the Deck Floors in Place Now you can secure the deck floor using the 8 pocket holes under the deck floor. Use the “C” screws, as shown. Parts Needed: Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 13 GREAT JOB! The Fort should look like this. Section 1 The Swingset Company...
  • Page 14 SECTION 2: “PATHFINDER” SWINGSET Walls, Extension Beams & Other Attachments PATHFINDER by The Swingset Company...
  • Page 15 Edge of walls must align flush with outside edges of the posts. Use one “C” Screw in corners of each post each wall corner, See Figure K. Parts Needed: Section 2 PATHFINDER The Swingset Company...
  • Page 16 “Extension Beam Kit”. To attach the extension beam, use the instruction sheet and parts that came with that kit. Note: The Pathfinder has 2 Extension Beams, so you will do this step twice. See the Layout diagram in the Introduction Section to see the locations of the 2 Extension Beams.
  • Page 17 Step 11: Hammock Find the package called “Hammock”. To attach the Hammock, use the instruction sheet and parts that came with that kit. 3641 Clearview Parkway Atlanta, GA 30340 www.TheSwingsetCo.com © 2020 PATHFINDER by The Swingset Company...
  • Page 18 “A” screws in each end of the beams. Make sure these Beams are level and touching the ground (you may need to level the ground to do this). Parts Needed (12A) Located in bag attached to diagonals PATHFINDER by The Swingset Company...
  • Page 19 Ladder side, diagonal beam is Parts Needed (12B) high Slide side, diagonal beam is Located in bag attached to diagonals The Swingset Company...
  • Page 20 While a helper holds the opposite side in one corner, pull the tarp tight. Adjust as needed to keep the sides even. Secure to top beam with one “B” screw per grommet hole. Repeat until all grommets are secured Parts Needed: The Swingset Company...
  • Page 21 “L” brackets to hold down the telescope base onto the crossbeam. YOUR SWINGSET IS COMPLETE! COMPLETE! COMPLETE! COMPLETE! (oh, we provided extra screws, so don’t worry if you still have a few screws leftover  ) The Swingset Company...