b4Adventure Slackers TREEZONE ADVENTURE THREE HOUSE User manual

b4Adventure • Denver Colorado 80216 • 1-844-834-4334 QUESTIONS? [email protected] •
www.b4adventure.com - DC:072020
SLA.300
AGE: 5+
WEIGHT LIMIT: 500 lb (226 kg)
WARNING!
UNHEALTHY TREE
HAZARD - Do not attach
to or use a tree that is
diseased, unhealthy, or
damaged. It may fail,
causing serious injury or
death
Choking Hazard-
This product contains
small parts. Do not allow
children under 3 years of
age near the parts of the
assembly area.
WARNING! ADULT
ASSEMBLY REQUIRED-
This product should be
unpacked and assembled by
an adult, including site and
tree selection, as well as the
secure and proper
installation
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WARNING! ADULT
SUPERVISION REQUIRED!
SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH MAY RESULT -
Always exercise extreme
caution when using the
Adventure Tree House.
Warning! Always keep your center
of gravity inside the tree house
Warning! Do not climb on the
outside of the tree house
Warning! Always check for wear
and tear before using. Contact
Slackers for any replacement parts

BE SAFE! ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE RULES
• Warning. Only for domestic use.
• Warning. Max weight limit 500 lb (226 kg). Product intended for children ages 5+
• Warning. Do not use when equipment is wet or if there is rain or lightening in the area.
• Warning. Adult supervision is required at all times.
• Warning. This product should be unpacked and assembled by an adult, including site and tree selection.
• Warning. Adult installation is required. Children should not use product until properly installed.
• Warning. Risk of serious head injury or death due to falls from equipment placed over hard surfaces
• Warning. Risk of using helmets and other items that can wrap around a child’s neck, become entangled or
entrapped by the equipment, and lead to strangulation or death. Wear close fitting clothing, NO scarves or other
loose clothing.
•Warning. Do NOT attach any equipment such as ropes, swings, etc. not specifically designed for the Slackers
Adventure Tree House. Weight of any kind should never be applied to the outside of the tree house frame.
• If worn or damaged parts are found, contact b4Adventure for replacement parts - Do not substitute with other,
non-b4Adventure parts or failure resulting in injury could result.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR TREE HOUSE
• Take down or cover with our Tree House Cover (sold seperately) when not in use for long periods of time, this
will help prevent UV damage and weathering of materials, as well as unsupervised usage.
At the beginning of each play season:
• Tighten all hardware - check all connections for any hint of looseness, damage, deterioration, excess wear, rope
fraying, breaks or sharp edges and replace as necessary.
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges, and corners. Replace if they are loose, cracked, or
missing.
• Check all moving parts including swing seats, ropes, cables, and chains for wear, rust, or other deterioration.
Replace as needed.
• Check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint using a nonlead-based paint meeting the requirements of
16 CFR 1303.
• Reinstall any plastic parts, such as swing seats or any other items that were removed for the cold season.
• Use only b4Adventure replacement parts
Once a month during play season:
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Tighten all hardware - check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges, and corners. Replace if they are
loose, cracked, or missing.
• Check all moving parts: including all grips for wear, rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
• Perform the Load Stress test.
• If using a step ladder or other platform, inspect it every month for looseness, stability & wear.
Twice a month during play season:
• Tighten all hardware - Check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges, and corners. Replace if they are
loose, cracked, or missing.
• Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to maintain
appropriate depth. Replace as necessary.
At the end of each play season or when the temperature drops below 32° F (0° C):
• Inspect all parts for wear/damage. Replace as needed before next season of use.
• Take down your entire Tree House setup and store indoors.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
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CHOOSING THE SITE:
SURFACES: Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, packed earth, grass, carpet, or
any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury or death to the equipment user. Due to
the variety of places that this product can be suspended, we must urge caution when attaching the Tree House to
your tree.
X.3.1.1 Loose-Fill Materials: Maintain a minimum depth of 9 in (23 cm) of loose-fill materials such as
wood mulch/chips, engineered wood fiber (EWF), or shredded/recycled rubber mulch for equipment up to
8 ft high (2.5 m); and 9 in (23 cm) of sand or pea gravel for equipment up to 5 ft (1.5 m) high. NOTE: An initial fill
level of 12 in (30 cm) will compress to about a 9 in (23 cm) depth of surfacing over time. The surfacing will also
compact, displace, and settle, and should be periodically refilled to maintain a least a 9 in (23 cm) depth.
• Maximum fall height is 84 in (213 cm).
SUPPORT STRUCTURES: Be certain that the overhead structure can support at least 500 lb (227 kg).
• Tree should be healthy and have a minimum trunk diameter of 12 in (30 cm) and a maximum diameter of
24 in ( 61 cm).
• Tree assessment shall be carried out before every use. If one or more defects from below checklist is found, the
tree should not be considered healthy and users shall remove the product from the tree to avoid being used.
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE (ISA) TREE RISK CHECKLIST:
• Are there large, dead branches in the tree?
• Are there detached branches hanging in the tree?
• Does the tree have cavities or rotten wood along the trunk or in major branches?
Are mushrooms present at the base of the tree?
• Are there cracks or splits in the trunk or where branches are attached?
• Have any branches fallen from the tree?
• Have adjacent trees fallen over or died?
• Has the trunk developed a strong lean?
• Do many of the major branches arise from one point on the trunk?
• Have the roots been broken off, injured, or damaged by lowering the soil level, installing pavement, repairing
sidewalks, or digging trenches?
• Has the site recently been changed by construction, raising the soil level, or installing lawns?
• Have the leaves prematurely developed an unusual color or size?
• Have trees in adjacent wooded areas been removed?
• Has the tree been topped or otherwise heavily pruned?
*If you are unsure about the health of your selected tress, consult with an arborist or professional contractor.
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I1
M4A
M4B
K2
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A-G
T1-T2 M2
M3
I2
I3
K1
L4
N1
N2
K3
K4
K5
L3
L4
N3
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: LAY OUT ALL PARTS
A-G. SCREWS, WASHERS & BOLTS
A (X2) E (X2)
B (X4) F (X2)
C (X18) G (X8)
D (X8)
H. TENT COVER
I. BASE FRAME
J. VERTICAL POLES
K. TOP FRAME POLES
L. CANOPY
M. SUPPORT STRUCTURE
N. WEBBING STRAPS
O. CENTER BRACKET
T. SOCKET WRENCH/ HEX KEY
U. LADDER
M1
U1
U2
U3
U4
U5
A B C D E FF G
T2
T1
WARNING! It is very important to use all washers and locking nuts when
you are assembling this unit. This will prevent loosening over time.
T3

C
• Slip base frame poles into tent fabric
sleeves. Corners should have connection
piece pointing upwards.
• This is where the vertical wall poles will
connect to the base.
• NOTE: Back pole (I2) is assembled outside
of tent material (see image 3 below). Metal
loops should be facing DOWN so that ladder
can attach in final step.
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• Attach corners and use correct “C” Screws.
• NOTE: Fabric on corners is tight for safety
reasons. You may need 2 people, one to
hold back fabric while the other tightens the
scews.
• Once the base of frame is assembled, turn
over to secure the floor fabric.
• Fold end of floor over I2 and secure on the
underside of the frame.
• Use the buckles under the tent to secure
fabric tightly.
• Double loop for security.
*DOUBLE LOOP
FOR EXTRA
SECURITY
*SINGLE LOOP
STEP 2: ASSEMBLE THE FRAME AND TENT COVER
YOU WILL NEED
• NOTE: All of this is done on the ground
• Metal square poles are for the bottom. Make sure that when you connect the corners and the tubes, that you line
up the screw holes.
x1
x8 x8
x8
x8
H. Tent Cover C. Screw
I1. Base Frame Pole
I2. Back Base Frame Pole
I3. Bottom Frame
Corners
x4
x3
x1

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B
G.
C
3.2 3.3 3.4
• Place vertical poles through sleeves and
attach to base frame with “C” screws.
• 3.3 - The 2 holes (on the K4 & K5 pieces) are
the attachment point for the frame connectors
(L4). These should always be face up on the left
and right side of the frame.
• 3.4 - The K4 & K5 corner peices, attatch via
the side hole to the K1 crossbars using the G
screws.
• 3.5 - Once the frame is completely assembled,
pull up and over the velcro cover and secure.
• 3.2 - Assemble corners according to label
(front left/front right, based on standing in front
of the frame) & attach to vertical poles with “B”
screws
STEP 3: ASSEMBLE WALLS AND TOP FRAME
YOU WILL NEED
x4 x4
x4
x4
x4
x4
x4
x4
x4x4
x4
x4
H. Tent Cover
C. Screw
G. Screw
B. Bolt
K1. Side Horizontal Poles J. Vertical Pole
K3. Back Top Pole
K2. Front Top Pole
K4. Top Frame
Corners
K5. Top Frame
Corners
x2
x2
x1
x1
x2
• Open velcro covers on top of
the sleeves to insert poles.
Sleeves are sewn into the cover
for safety.
• Velcro flaps cover the sleeves
and poles after assembly is
completed.
K3
K5
K4
K4
K5
K2
J
JJ
J
*EACH CORNER IS
UNIQUE TO IT’S
LOCATION
BACK
FRONT
K1K1

STEP 4: ASSEMBLE CANOPY
YOU WILL NEED L1. Canopy X1
D. Screws x8
L2. Short Canopy Poles
L4. Long Canopy Poles
L4. Canopy Connectors X4
L3. Medium Canopy Poles
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DD
L4
L3
LONG
MED
L4
L3 L1
L1
• 3.5 - Tent pole connector should face
outward during assembly.
• Secure tent pole connector to frame using
“D” screws.
3.5
• NOTE: There are 3 different sizes of tent
poles. The shortest pole is the center
support and will be used in the next step.
• 1 - Longest pole is for the front part of the
top of the tent
• 2 - Shorter pole inserts into back sleeve.
• Assemble the tent top.
• NOTE: The back of the tent top is the side
that has vecro on the bottom.
• Remove the green plastic connectors on
each end of the shortest pole
• Insert pole through middle sleeve.
• 3.6 - Use green plastic connectors on each
end of the center pole to connect to front and
back poles.
3.6
• Insert the tent poles into pole connectors on
the frame. Push until they are all the way in.
• Attach the back of the tent top to the back of
the frame with velcro.

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8’ MAX
12”
Min
Tree Diameter
Max
Tree Diameter
24”
MIN 33”
CLEARANCE
STEP 5: INSTALL CENTER BRACKET AT DESIRED PLATFORM HEIGHT
Pull the release lever
to open the ratchet.
Thread the strap
through the bottom of
the ratchet. The
ratchet handle should
be on top so you can
move it to tighten.
Pull the line through
until the ratchet is tight
against the tree.
Crank the ratchet to
tighten securely
against the tree.
Ratchet Instructions
center bracket
installation
YOU WILL NEED
N1. Ratchet and Strap X1 O. Center Bracket X1
• Bottom of treehouse can be
installed anywhere between
4 ft (1.2 m) - 8 ft (2.4 m) high off
the ground.
• NEVER install the floor of the
tree house higher than 8 ft (2.4 m) in the air.
• You will need to install the top bracket apx. 33”
above the bottom support bracket. Be sure there
is enough clearance above and below.
• Place the center bracket where you want to
climb into the tree house. Think about how the
ladder will lay against this part of the tree, and
also about what direction you want
your tree house to face.
• Insert the ratchet strap through the
slots on the back of the center bracket
and loop it around the tree until the
ratchet is centered on the back of the
tree. See steps below for
how to ratchet.

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STEP 6: ATTACH THE HOUSE TO TREE
• Lift up the tree house with one person on each side. Place the bottom of the frame into center bracket. Metal loops on the
bottom should be on each side of the bracket.
• With one person holding the front of the tree house in
place, the second person should climb the ladder at the
back of the tree with the 7 ft (2.1 m) ratchet strap. Insert
the ratchet strap through the slots located on the back of
the top frame and secure the ratchet strap around the
tree.
•NOTE: You may need to re-adjust the position of the
bottom of the frame in order to secure bolts in next step.
Ratchet top strap loosely at first, then tighten after bolts
are secured to bottom of frame.
• Secure bottom of the frame to the bracket
with included screws.
• Once the top ratchet strap is secured, the
tree house should be stable enough to let go
while you proceed to the next step.
YOU WILL NEED
Assembled House
From Previous Steps
Assembled Center
Bracket From
Previous Step
N1. Ratchet and Strap X1 F. Screws
X2
X2
X2
YOU WILL NEED
M4A. Support Bar X2
M3. Support Bar with Hook X2
M2. Support Bar with Hook X2
E. Screws and hardware X6
Tree Tree
STEP 7: ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH BOTTOM SUPPORT BRACKETS
•Assemble the front support bar using 3
pieces, The support bar with hook (M3)
connects to the main support bar (M4A)
using 2 E screws, Then the adjustable metal
extension piece (M4B) should be assembled
at the desired height for bracket installation
using E screws.
• Hook support poles to front corners of base
frame (M3), they will hang down until you
attach them to the support brackets in the
next step.
• Start with the (M2) hook very close to the
back of the frame to get it into the metal
corner circles.
• Pull and twist the hook down until it is
secure in the corner circles.
• 3.7 - Once back (M2) stabalizer poles are
inserted, connect the botttom of the
stabalizer poles to the front support poles
(M3) using E screws.
3.7
M2
M3
M4A
SUB ASSEMBLY
M4B. Metal Extension Bar X2
M4B

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*After installation, you can use
3” wood screws to secure the
brackets directly to the tree
BACK VIEW
FRONT VIEW
• 3.2 - Assemble corners according to label
(front left/front right, based on standing in front
of the frame) & attach to vertical poles with “B”
screws
• Use the center strap (strap with no rachet) and thread through the front slots of brackets. Secure with
buckle so that each bracket is on the side of the tree.
• Buckle should be adjustable at this point. Once brackets are centered on the tree, you will double the
loop back through the buckle to fully secure.
• Attach the bottom of the support poles to the side brackets.
• adjust the bracket so you can put the long screw through the bracket and pole and secure tightly
• NOTE: you may need to move the side brackets forward or backward to get this connection. that is why
the center strap in the front should remain adjustable
• Adjust the center strap as needed to fit the
base of the pole into the brackets securely.
• Make sure that the platform is completely flat.
You may need to adjust the bottom brackets up
or down to achieve this.
• Once the platform is flat, double the center
strap through the buckle to secure. This is very
important for the security of the structure.
• Have one person hold the poles/brackets in the
front, while the second person goes around the
back of the tree and inserts the ratchet strap.
• Pull the ratchet through until it is in the center of
the tree.
• Loop strap around the tree, over the bottom
brackets (there is a groove in the bottom of the
metal bracket where you should place the strap).
• Ratchet until secure. You may need to adjust if
anything shifted during installation to keep the
platform flat and level.
SIDE VIEW
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STEP 8. INSTALL BASE BRACKETS
YOU WILL NEED
N3. 20 ft. Long Ratchet and Strap X1 A. Bolt plus Washers X2
M1. Base Brackets X2 N2. Webbing Strap without Ratchet X1
• Assemble the center strap into the base brackets. Slackers logo should be facing up.
• It is very important that the support poles are pushing up the outer corners to create a flat floor for the tree house.
• NOTE: There are three ways to adjust the support bars:
1. Adjust the hook screw length
2. Adjust the silver bottom piece
3. Adjust height of the base brackets

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• The tree house ladder is 7 ft (2.4 m) long
• If you install the floor of your tree house less than 8 ft (2.1 m) in the air, you can remove ladder steps to make the ladder shorter
• The height of the ladder will also determine where you attach the anchor line on your ladder
• NOTE: Keep excess steps and hardware stored away in case you need to extend the length of your ladder in the future.
• Clip the ladder to the 2 metal rings on the
bottom base of the tree house.
• Make sure the wide end of the clip is on the
ladder, and the narrow end is connected to the
tree house. This will help keep the ladder straight
while climbing it.
• The Anchor line will help keep the ladder stabilized
on the tree.
• Weave the end of the anchor line through the 2
loops sewn into the bottom of the ladder
• Slide the line down so that the black metal cam is
positioned at the back of the tree. Open the cam by
pressing down on the metal tab, then feed the anchor
line through the bottom of the cam and pull it tight
against the tree. Roll up the excess line and secure
with elastic loop.
Shortening the Ladder
• Start by hanging the ladder from the tree house or anchor point to determine the ladder height. The first step
should be apx. 12 in (30.5 cm) from the bottom of the tree.
• Any steps that are hanging below 12 in (30.5 cm) from the tree may be removed.
• Once the screws are removed, the
pegs on the back side of the ladder
should come out easily.
•Once both pegs are removed from the
step, you can then slide the step off the
2 straps of webbing.
• Repeat this process as necessary
until the bottom step is apx. 12 in (30.5
cm) from the ground.
• As each step is removed, there will be
a 2 loops sewn into the webbing where
the step previously was. These loops
will act as the new anchor point for your
anchor line to attach through. Tie
excess strap in knot under the anchor
strap.
• Remove the bottom step(s) by
unscrewing the 2 screws on the
outside edge of each step.
YOU WILL NEED
U4. Anchor Line X1
U1. Verticle Webbing Staps X2
U2. Carribeaner
U3. Ladder Steps X6
U4
U5. Pegs X12
STEP 9. INSTALL LADDER

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PRODUCT DISCLAIMER & NOTICE
The installation and use of the Adventure Tree House is potentially hazardous. Any person purchasing,
installing or using equipment from the b4Adventure must:
See section 4 of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Outdoor Home
Playground Safety Handbook . Visit www.cpsc.gov//PageFiles/122149/325.pdf.
Observing the following statements and warnings reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal
injury:
• Maximum user weight should not exceed 500 lb (226 kg).
• Product should be placed 6 ft (2 m) from any structure or obstruction such as a fence, garage, house,
overhanging branches, laundry lines or electrical wires.
• DO NOT install over concrete, asphalt or any other hard surface. Risk of serious head injury or death due to falls
from equipment placed over hard surfaces
• there shall be no part of the activity toy where the child is able climb , sit or stand above a height of 8 ft (2.5 m).
• Instruct children not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items.
• Instruct children not to use the equipment in a manner other than intended.
• Do not not to allow children to wear inappropriate items, such as but not limited to, loose fitting clothing, hood and
neck drawstrings, scarves, cord-connected items, capes and ponchos. These items can cause death by
strangulation.
• Instruct children not to attach items to the playground equipment that are not specifically designed for
use with the equipment, such as, but not limited to, jump ropes, clothesline, pet leashes, cables and
chain as they may cause a strangulation hazard.
• Instruct children to remove their bike or others sports helmet before playing on the playground
equipment.
• Instruct children to dress with well-fitting and full foot enclosing footwear. Example of inappropriate
footwear are clogs, flip flops and sandals.
• Do not use when equipment is wet or if there is rain or lightening in the area.
• Obtain training and instruction regarding proper use and safety precautions to always practice.
• Ensure proper & adequate supervision and instruction (this include the continuous use of appropriate
safety procedures & equipment) for themselves and others using the equipment;
• Check that all equipment is properly maintained, in good working order and inspected for damage or
wear prior to each use.
• You assume all risks and accept full responsibility for any injury (including death) or damages that may
occur from its use.
All the information provided by b4Adventure either printed, electronic or other, is not to be considered
professional instruction or advice. Users of this equipment are encouraged to seek professional
instruction regarding specific questions about usage, location, installation or other aspects of hanging swings.
Please save these instructions for future reference.
Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning labels.
Disposal instructions: Recycle your Adventure Tree House according to Local, State or Federal Laws.
PRODUCT CONFORMS TO ALL US & EU SAFETY STANDARDS FOR OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ASTM F1148 & EN71-8