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581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Please read the entire manual before beginning installation. 1 CTN 4 WF 13 PIPE 18 TOTAL PCS 645# WEIGHT CLASS 70...
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581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide TAB SECTION INDEX 1. 3D AND 2D DRAWINGS 2. INSTALLATION GUIDE 3. INSTALLATION STEPS 4. COMPONENT INSTALLATION 5. APPENDIX 6. ORIGINAL COMPONENT MAINTENANCE FORMS 7. COMPLETED COMPONENT MAINTENANCE FORMS...
581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide Table of Contents 3D DRAWING ..................HARDWARE DRAWINGS TOP DOWN VIEW ................... COMPONENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION SETS FOOTING VIEW ..................APPENDIX Important ....................6 FINAL INSTALLATION STEPS When your receive your playground ..........6 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION Before you begin ..................
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SportsPlay recommends carefully unpacking the unit and taking an inventory before...
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581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide SportsPlay Equipment inc. has provided two warning labels that state: “WARNING – Installation over a hard surface such as concrete, asphalt or packed earth may result in serious injury or death from falls.” These labels must be installed on vertical posts as per ASTM F1487.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM A FALL 100 Bar harbor drive West Conshohocken PA, 19428-2959 Because accidental falls are likely to occur around play equipment, SportsPlay Equipment Inc. recommends that a resilient safety surfacing that will meet Call – 618-832-9585 standard ASTM F1292 be placed under and around the structure and extend throughout the entire use zone.
581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide Tools and Materials Files and sand paper List is for tools and materials needed that are not included with the Safety surfacing playground Spray paint to mark holes Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for proper use of tools and materials.
All SportsPlay Equipment play events have been engineered to meet all applicable safety guidelines, but if installed improperly, these problems may occur:...
581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide FOOTING SIDE VIEW Step 1: Layout Lay structure in the desired location using the top view layout drawing. Measure from each post to ensure there is adequate space for any component and the components fall zone. This drawing is a standard drawing and does not represent the actual playground you are installing.
581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide SportsPlay recommends having a CPSI (certified playground safety Step 3: Post & Component Installation inspector) present during installation. If that’s not possible you should have the completed playground (after surfacing is in place) inspected by We recommend installing the posts once the post are square and level a CPSI.
581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide Other Installation Tips If you are mocking up components with the intention of removing the hardware at some point, you may want to apply lubricating oil to the hardware. Stainless steel hardware has a tendency to seize so if you are planning on removing the hardware you may want to apply lubricant to prevent this.
581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide Loose clothing, hoods, strings or jewelry shall be tight or not worn SUPERVISION GUIDE while playing to prevent strangulation. Although the equipment is designed, installed and maintained in accordance with Ensure the temperature of the equipment is not hazardous.
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581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide 3/16 ALLEN WRENCH (YELLOW BAG) 1/2 X 3/4 SET SCREW D-SHACKLE ¼ ALLEN WRENCH (BLUE BAG) ½ x ½ SET SCREW 3 1/2” HD SWING HANGER 5/16 ALLEN WRENCH (RED BAG)
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581-643H 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING Installation Guide COMPONENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION INSTALLATION DETAILS Recommended crew (Adult): 2 Installation time: 4 hr User age: 5-12 Use zone: 48’ x 55’ Weight: 645 lbs SURFACING: Use of safety surfacing in compliance with ASTM specification F1292 is required.
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½” x ½” Socket Set Screw 196-802 5/16” Socket Key 416-500BPK ¼” Socket Key 416-400 805-532 Warning Label 805-534 SportsPlay Label 516-400 Locktite NOTE: Keep a copy of these instructions on file to assist you with maintenance and replacement parts. September 11, 2017...
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION FOOTING INFORMATION Total footing depth is 24” less the height of the surfacing plus the height of the blocking material. If you are using 12” of surfacing the footing hole would need to be 12” plus the height of the blocking material (refer to both the side and front cutaway views to the right).
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION ELEVATION AND FOOTING LAYOUT VIEW September 11, 2017...
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION TIPS & TROUBLE SHOOTING Apply locktite to all bolts during assembly prior to Tube – FloCoat® Galvanized 2 3/8” O.D. and 3 1/2” O.D. completely tightening them. Hardware – Stainless steel & tamper resistant ...
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN In addition to the components on the packing list you will need a tape measure, post hole digger, level and a dry erase marker. INSTALLATION STEPS __1) Review all instructions before beginning: __2) Unpack, organize, and identify all components: Be sure to place all painted components on a protective surface (cardboard, cloth, etc…) to prevent damage.
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION INSTALLATION STEPS CONTIUDE __6) Attaching Swing Hangers: You will need twelve swing hangers (5), twelve D Shackles (8), twelve 4/O Chain (7). Assemble the D-shackles and chain to the swing hangers. Attach the swing hangers to the top rail following spacing on page 4.
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581-643HD 12’ HD MODERN TRIPOD SWING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION INSTALLATION STEPS CONTINUED __11) Once the concrete has set, back fill dirt over the footing holes; inspect the area and components for tools, hazardous debris and sharp edges. Verify all components are installed and all hardware is tight and then install the safety surfacing.
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