Backyard Play Systems 4097 User manual

2690-RR
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DO NOT RETURN TO STORE.
For immediate help with assembly or product information
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- NOTICE -
This playset product is not intended for public use. It is intended for
residential application and is not warranted for public or commercial use.

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- BEFORE YOU BEGIN -
- BEFORE YOU BEGIN -
Your premium playset is manufactured from wood which has many natural characteristics and blemishes that may be present in some of the pieces in your playset. These natural characteristics may
include knots or minor cracks/splits. All individual parts have been cut to provide a smooth and safe surface. All parts have been inspected to assure we pack only the safest, most durable wood product.
Any minor blemishes in your playset will not affect the strength, durability, or structural integrity of the nished product. Our limited warranty does not cover the imperfections not resulting in structural
failure.
2690-RR
Playset
First...
 Check with your homeowner’s association before
assembling.
 Read instructions thoroughly before you begin. If
you have purchased accessories to accompany
this playset, please read all installation instructions
before beginning assembly of this structure.
Check All Parts
 If a part is missing, circle the part in question and call.
Important
 In a drawing, a dotted line represents a part hidden
from view (like a part under a panel).
Adult Assistance required
 Assistance is necessary to handle, t
and secure some components.
Squareness is very Important!
Start with a level surface and keep 90° corners and
90° perpendiculars throughout the assembly to
ensure all components t together.
Safety!
 Check for protruding screws and bolts, verify all
screw and bolt lengths during assembly.
Always wear OSHA-APPROVED safety
glasses throughout assembly process.
Tools Required
Socket Set
Hammer
9/16" Combination
Wrench
3/16" Allen
Wrench
#2 Square Drive
Bit (included)
#3 Phillips Bit
Cordless Drill
w/Charger
1/8" Drill Bit
7/16" Drill Bit
1/4" Drill Bit
3/8" Drill Bit
Tape Measure
Level
C - Clamps
6' Step Ladder
Framing/Speed
Square
Recommended for Ages 3 to 11
Backyard Play Systems
Customer Service
1-866-890-2211
1000 Ternes Drive
Monroe, MI 48162
- NOTICE -
This playset product is not intended for public use. It is intended for
residential application and is not warranted for public or commercial use.
Model 4097
Model 6314

STOP!!! Check all parts and hardware before beginning. If any parts are
missing or damaged please circle and call the phone number listed.
DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE OR RETURN YOUR PLAYSET !
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 Wear safety glasses during drilling, assembly of your playset.
 Children should not be allowed in the playset assembly and build area.
 Note the hole orientation on parts to avoid having to take parts
apart later.
 Some steps require the assistance of two people to ensure proper
assembly, safety during assembly, as well as preventing any damage
to the playset.
 All hex bolts and lag bolts require a lock washer or lock nut.
 To properly install lock nuts, two to three threads must protrude past
the
lock nut and be exposed once tightened.
 Due to wood characteristics and the manufacturing process hex bolts
may protrude past a surface. If this condition occurs add additional
supplied washers to eliminate bolt protrusion.
 To aid in proper assembly pound T-nuts into their respective hole
prior to assembly
 Pound in T-nuts while the part is on the ground to ensure proper
seating.
 Use a soft material under parts when pounding in T-nuts to ensure
no scratching or de-facing of parts.
 Make sure all fasteners used are as specied. Using a fastener not
specied in a particular application may result in too much thread
exposure or not enough thread engagement.
ASSEMBLY SAFETY and HELPFUL HINTS
KEEP THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR FUTURE CARE
AND MAINTENANCE REFERENCE.
To aid in making your playset assembly easier,
here is a listing of some helpful hints.
*IMPORTANT HARDWARE INFORMATION*

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SAFETY WARNINGS
 This playset has been designed for use by a maximum of eight occupants at one time having a
combined weight of 1,200 pounds. (This weight does not include occupants in the sandbox area.)
 This playset is recommended for children (3) through (11) years of age.
 On-site adult supervision for children of all ages is recommended.
 Instruct children not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items.
 Instruct children not to twist swing chains or ropes or loop them over the top support bar since this may
reduce the strength of the chain or rope.
 Instruct children to avoid swinging empty seats.
 Teach children to sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seats.
 Instruct children not to use the equipment in a manner other than intended.
 Instruct children not to get off equipment while it is in motion.
 Parents should dress children appropriately (examples would include the use of well-tting shoes and
the avoidance of ponchos, scarves, and other loose-tting clothing that is potentially hazardous
while using equipment).
 Instruct children not to climb when the equipment is wet. Slippery surfaces may cause a hazard.
 Verify that suspended climbing ropes, chain, or cable are secured at both ends.
 Verify that suspended climbing ropes, chain, or cable cannot be looped back on itself.
 Instruct children not to attach items to the playground equipment that are not specically 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 other sports helmet before playing on the playground equipment.
 Instruct children to not walk or run up slides.
 Instruct children to not pick up slides or ramps as this may cause damage or breakage.
 Place the equipment on level ground not less than six (6) feet from any obstructions. Be sure to look
overhead for any obstructions above the playset.
 Do not use the equipment until fully erected per this playset instruction manual, bolts tightened and
the playset is anchored to the ground.
NOTICE:
This playset product is not intended for public use. It is intended for residential application
and is not warranted for public or commercial use.
Please read carefully. Observing the following statements and warnings
reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal injury.

Periodic maintenance is required to ensure safe enjoyment
of your playset and optional accessories.
Observing the following procedures reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal injury.
PLAYSET CHECKLIST
At the beginning of each play season:
Twice a month during play season:
Once a month during play season:
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MAINTENANCE
 Activity on your playset and optional accessories may loosen fasteners. Check all lock nuts, hex and
lag bolts, quick clips, spring clips, acorn nuts, wood screws, and swing hangers for tightness and
tighten as required. T-nuts should be inspected for full and proper seating into the wood.
 Checking, splitting and surface cracking are characteristics of all wooden playsets. This is caused by varying
seasonal temperatures and moisture conditions. To minimize this checking and/or cracking you may coat your
playset with a water repellent.
Tighten all hardware.
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 nonleaded-based paint meeting the requirements of 16 CFR 1303.
Check all wood members for deterioration and splinters. Sand down splinters and replace deteriorating wood members.
Reinstall any plastic parts, such as swing seats or any other items that were removed for the cold season.
Rake and check depth of loose ll protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth. Replace as necessary.
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 ll protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth. Replace as necessary.
Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s instructions.
Check all moving parts including swing seats, ropes, cables, and chains for wear, rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
At the end of each play season or when the temperature drops below 10°F remove plastic swing seats, tents, sandbox cover, tire swing,
slide and other items as specied by the manufacturer and take indoors or do not use.
Rake and check depth of loose ll protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to maintain appropriate depth.Replace as necessary.
When you are ready to dispose of your playset, make sure that all metal, plastic and wood components are disposed of in accordance with
local waste ordinances.
Buyer and/or owner should disassemble and dispose of the playground equipment in such a way that no unreasonable hazards will exist at
the time the swing set is discarded.

2H 2H
H
L
6 ft.
6 ft.
6 ft. 6 ft.
L+6 ft.
6 ft.
6 ft.
Use Zone for Single-Axis Swings Use Zone for Multi-Axis Swings
Denotes Use Zone with Protective Surfacing
Denotes Use Zone with Protective Surfacing
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PLAYGROUND SURFACING MATERIALS
Select Protective Surfacing
One of the most important things you can do to reduce the likelihood of serious head injuries is to install shock-absorbing protective surfacing under
and around your play equipment. The protective surfacing should be applied to a depth that is suitable for the equipment height in accordance with
ASTM Specication F 1292. There are different types of surfacing to choose from; whichever product you select, follow these guidelines:
NOTE: Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, or any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in
serious injury to the equipment user. Grass and dirt are not considered protective surfacing because wear and environmental factors can reduce
their shock absorbing effectiveness. Carpeting and thin mats are generally not adequate protective surfacing. Ground level equipment – such as
a sandbox, activity wall, playhouse or other equipment that has no elevated play surface – does not need any protective surfacing.
Maximum fall height for this playset is 80".
Loose-Fill Materials:
 Maintain a minimum depth of 9 inches of loose- ll materials such as wood mulch/chips, engineered wood ber (EWF), or shredded/recycled
rubber mulch for equipment up to 8 feet high; and 9 inches of sand or pea gravel for equipment up to 5 feet high. NOTE: An initial ll level of
12 inches will compress to about a 9- inch depth of surfacing over time. The surfacing will also compact, displace, and settle, and should be
periodically relled to maintain at least a 9- inch depth.
 Use a minimum of 6 inches of protective surfacing for play equipment less than 4 feet in height. If maintained properly, this should be
adequate. (At depths less than 6 inches, the protective material is too easily displaced or compacted.)
 Use containment, such as digging out around the perimeter and/or lining the perimeter with landscape edging. Don’t forget to account for
water drainage. U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington, D.C., 20207 or call the toll-free hotline :[phone]
 Check and maintain the depth of the loose-ll surfacing material. To maintain the right amount of loose-ll materials, mark the correct level
on play equipment support posts. That way you can easily see when to replenish and/or redistribute the surfacing.
 Do not install loose ll surfacing over hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt.
Poured-In-Place Surfaces or Pre-Manufactured Rubber Tiles:
You may be interested in using surfacing other than loose-ll materials – like rubber tiles or poured-in-place surfaces.
 Installations of these surfaces generally require a professional and are not “do-it-yourself” projects.
 Review surface specications before purchasing this type of surfacing. Ask the installer/manufacturer for a report showing that the product
has been tested to the following safety standard: ASTM F 1292 Standard Specication for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing Materials within the
Use Zone of Playground Equipment. This report should show the specic height for which the surface is intended to protect against serious head
injury. This height should be equal to or greater than the fall height – vertical distance between a designated play surface (elevated surface for
standing, sitting, or climbing) and the protective surfacing below – of your play equipment.
 Check the protective surfacing frequently for wear.
Placement
Proper placement and maintenance of protective surfacing is essential. Be sure to
 Extend surfacing at least 6 feet from the equipment in all directions.
 For to-fro swings, extend protective surfacing in front of and behind the swing to a distance equal to twice the height of the top bar from which
the swing is suspended.
 For tire swings, extend surfacing in a circle whose radius is equal to the height of the suspending chain or rope, plus 6 feet in all directions.
9 This information has been extracted from the CPSC publications “Playground Surfacing—Technical Information Guide” and “Handbook for Public
Playground Safety.” Copies of these reports can be obtained by sending a postcard to the: Ofce of Public Affairs, U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission, Washington, D.C., 20207 or call the toll-free hotline: [phone]
SECTION 4 OF THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION’S OUTDOOR HOME
PLAYGROUND SAFETY HANDBOOK9

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ORIENTATIONPLAYSET
*Hint*
Throughout this manual references made to the Left Side,
the Right Side, the Front Side and the Back Side of the playset serve
as a consistent reminder to help with assembly.
LEFT SIDE
FRONT SIDE
BACK SIDE
RIGHT SIDE

AA
B
B
Use these Assembly Procedure Hints throughout the installation process.
1. All Lag Bolts must have pre-drilled holes. Use a 1/4" drill bit for all 3/8" Lag Bolts.
Use a 3/16" drill bit for all 5/16" Lag Bolts. Pre-drilling pilot holes will help prevent Screws
and Lag Bolts from breaking and wood from splitting during assembly.
2. In areas where drilling a larger 1/2" hole is neccessary, such as when installing T-Nuts,
(Fig. 1) the recommended procedure is to first drill-through a 1/4" pilot hole from the
Hex Bolt side and then drill the larger 1/2" hole from the opposite T-Nut side. This will
help avoid splintering the wood. The “Drill Both Sides ICON” (Fig. 1) will remind you to
drill according to this procedure. Be sure to clean through-holes of debris before
inserting Hex Bolts.
3. When assembling parts that are difficult to hold in position while pre-drilling pilot holes
or assembling, use a clamp to keep parts aligned or in position. The “Clamp ICON”
(Fig. 2) will advise you to use this procedure.
Fig. 1 (example)
Fig. 2
Drill Both Sides
ICON
Clamp ICON
1/4" pilot hole
1/2" drill through
7
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN LAG BOLTS

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WOOD PARTS LIST
x1
x1
WOOD PARTS
x1
x2
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
x1
x8
x1
x1
3 x 3 x 95"
x3
x6
x2
x1
x2
WOOD SIZE CONVERSION CHART
Nominal Board Size Actual Size
1" x 4"..........................................3/4" x 3-3/8"
1" x 6" 3/4" x 5-3/8"
5/4" x 4"..........................................1" x 3-1/2"
5/4" x 6"..........................................1" x 5-1/2"
2" x 4".......................................1-3/8" x 3-3/8"
2" x 6".......................................1-3/8" x 5-3/8"
..........................................
x1
x1
x4
x2
5/4 x 4 x 15-3/8"
5/4 x 6 x 23-3/4"
2 x 4 x 51"
5/4 x 6 x 70-3/4"
x2
x1
5/8 x 3-1/4 x 10"
x7
x4
5/4 x 4 x 67-11/16"
5/4 x 4 x 58-1/2"
5/4 x 4 x 39"
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
2 x 4 x 51"
2 x 4 x 47-3/4"
x1
3-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 95"
2526-ST 2501-ST
2752-W
2516-ST
2521-ST
2522-ST
2515-ST
2524-ST
2527-ST
X 67114545-ST
2538-ST
X 471545-ST
2508-ST
2503-W
2509-ST
2506-ST
x2
x2
x1
5/8 x 3-1/4 x 35-3/4"
2510-ST
2512-ST
2520-MS
2511-MS
2505-ST
x4
2513-ST
2507-ST
2523-ST
2537-ST
2539-ST
1 x 3-1/2 x 27"
x1
2514-ST
x2
x2
3 x 3 x 95"
3 x 3 x 95"
2543-W
2525-W
5/4 x 4 x 47-15/16"
2 x 4 x 51"
4 x 4 x 45-1/8"5/4 x 6 x 45-1/8"
5/4 x 4 x 47"
5/8 x 3-1/4 x 29-3/4"
5/8 x 3-1/4 x 33"
5/4 x 6 x 44-7/8"
5/4 x 6 x 11-3/4"
5/4 x 6 x 71-3/4"
x10
1 x 1-3/8 x 17"
1015
2 x 4 x 18"
x4
1020-ST
x2
x1
5/4 x 6 x 22-1/2"
5/4 x 4 x 17"
1120-ST
2222-ST
x14
5/4 x 6 x 23-3/4"
2519-ST
x2
2 x 4 x 16-3/8"
2785-ST


X 47000506-ST x20
5/4 x 6 x 47"
END
VIEW
3/8" HEX HEAD BOLTS
4"
3"
x6
x2
9
WOOD PARTS
PLAYSET FASTENERS
x1 x2 x1
5/4 x 3-1/2 x 21-1/2" 5/4 x 3-1/2 x 22-1/2" 5/4 x 3-1/2 x 37-1/8"
2373-ST 2375-ST 2374-ST
x2
1 x 3 x 46-5/8"
U 46100208-ST
x1
x2
x2 x1 x2
3/4 x 2 -1/2 x 37-1/8"
5/8 x 3 -1/4 x 25-1/4"
5/4 x 4 x 31-3/4" 5/4 x 2-1/4 x 47" 5/8 x 3-1/4 x 23"
5/8 x 4 x 29-3/4" 2 x 4 x 29-3/4"
2565-ST
2765-ST
2768-ST 2787-ST 2581-ST
x1
x2
x3 x1
5/4 x 6 x 23 -1/2"2 x 4 x 44"
2764-ST
2766-ST
2763-ST 2762-ST
ACTUAL SIZE SHOWN
3 x 3 x 82"3 x 3 x 82"
x2x2 2767-W
2761-W

PLAYSET FASTENERS
10
1" 1"
3/8" T - NUT5/16" T - NUT
3/8" FLAT WASHER
1/4" x 1" FENDER WASHER 3/16” x 1” FENDER WASHER
3/8" LOCK WASHER
5/16” FLAT WASHER
5/16" LOCK WASHER1/4" LOCK WASHER
TRUSS HEAD SCREW
3/4"
3/8" LOCK NUT
2-1/2"
PAN HEAD SCREW
2-1/2"
3/8”
3/8"
3/8"
5/16"1/4" 5/16"
1/4" ROCK WALL HARDWARE
T - Nut
Lock
Washer
Hex Bolt
Flat
Washer
1-1/2"
1/4" SAFETY HANDLE HDW.
Lag
Screw
Flat
Washer
1-1/2"
x14 x4 x55
x87
x73
x10
x29
x20
x6
x24
x4
x10 x4
2452 Bag
x21

PLAYSET FASTENERS
3/8"
LAG BOLT
WOODSCREWS
4"
2-1/2"
3"
1-1/4"
1"
1-5/8"
2"
3/8"
3/8"
2-1/4"
3/8"
2"
3/8"
3/8” HEX HEAD BOLTS
3-3/4"
1-1/2"
3/8"
1-1/4"
3/8"
1-3/4"
3/8"
6"
3/8"
LAG BOLT
3"
11
x30
x4 x2
x4
x14 x252 x105x111
x40
x68 x1
x8
#2 SQUARE DRIVE BIT
x1
x5 x1
x2

ACTUAL SIZE SHOWN
3/8" TORQUE
WASHER
3/8" x4
1-1/2"
BUTTON HD.
SCREW BUTTON HD.
SCREW
x2
1-1/4"
5/16"
5/16"
5/16"
5/16"
x2
3/8"
3-1/2"
x2
3/8"
3-3/4"
x6
3/8"
6-1/2"
x2
3/8"
4-1/2"
x2
3/8"
9"
x1
12


HARDWARE
13
ACCESSORIES
Safety Handle
x2
x1 x1
x3
x8 x12
x1
Veranda Canopy Tic Tac Toe
Plaque
SwingHand Loop
Handle
Green
Climbing RocksClimbing Rope
x1
x4
Telescope Steering Wheel
x1
2434
2644 2470
2451
2624
2180 2405
2073 2008-A
x6
Swing Hanger
Rock Wall 90o Bracket
x1
x1 x1
x1
x2
x1
90o Angle Bracket Plate
90o Angle Bracket
Swing Beam Flat Plate
Swing Beam Angled Plate Left Swing Beam Angled Plate RightSwing Beam 90o Plate
2411
2448 2447
2485
2412
2449
x2
Slide
2099
x2
2438
37-1/8 x 41"
x2
Flat Metal Bracket
2023
End Rung
x4
21-1/2"
x5
2084
2759
Quick Clip
x8
Eye Bolt
x8
-or-
2654
2631-B

SWINGS
ROCK
WALL
SLIDES
LADDER
MONKEY
BARS
26'-11"
6' SAFETY AREA
6' SAFETY AREA
18'-8"
30'-8"
13'-4"
13’-4"
10'-8"
HEIGHT
14
FORT CORNER POSTS
SET-UP SAFETY AREA
Note 2 hole
locations.
Note 1 hole location.
3" Wood Screw
Align braces with pre-drilled holes.
Ensure all bracing is square before
installing wood screws.
Hole for Climbing Rope
BOTTOM
Flush
Flush
Flush
T-Nut
Flush
x1
x1
2543-W
2503-W
3 x 3 x 95"
3 x 3 x 95"
x1
x1
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
2526-ST
2501-ST
x4
x4
x6
3-3/4" Hex Bolt
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
90°
47"
4"
4"
NOTE: Clean all debris
from drill-through holes in
woodguard before installing
hex bolts.

15
FORT CORNER POSTS
x6
FORT BASE
Align braces with pre-drilled holes.
Align braces with
pre-drilled holes.
Large holes toward top
Large holes
toward bottom.
Flush
FLIP ASSEMBLY OVER TO INSTALL BOTTOM BRACE.
Flush
Flush
Flush
3-3/4" Hex Bolt
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
3" Wood Screws
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
3-3/4" Hex Bolt
x2
x4
x1
x1
2507-ST
2507-ST
5/4 x 6 x 45-1/8"
5/4 x 6 x 45-1/8"
x4
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
2501-ST
x1
2508-ST
5/4 x 6 x 71-3/4"
T-Nut
x6
90°
Ensure all bracing is square before
installing wood screws.
Ensure all bracing is
square before installing
wood screws.

16
FORT CORNER POSTS
x4
Note 2 hole
location.
Note 1 hole
location.
Align braces with pre-drilled holes.
Flush
3" Wood Screw
Flush
Flush
Flush
3-3/4" Hex Bolt
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
x1
x1
2543-W
2503-W
3 x 3 x 95"
3 x 3 x 95"
x1
x1
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
2501-ST
2501-ST
FORT BASE
Align braces with pre-drilled holes.
FLIP ASSEMBLY OVER TO INSTALL BOTTOM BRACE.
Flush
Flush
3-3/4" Hex Bolt
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
3" Wood Screw
x2
x1
2507-ST
5/4 x 6 x 45-1/8"
Ensure all bracing is square before
installing wood screws.
Ensure all bracing is square before
installing wood screws.
90°
90°
47"
4"
T-Nut
x6
x4
x4

17
FORT FLOOR FRAME
FORT FLOOR FRAME
x6
x16
47"
47"
3-3/4" Hex Bolt
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
T-Nut
3" Wood Screws
Align braces with pre-drilled holes.
Ensure 47" measurement from
bottom of base to top of rst deck.
Reinforce bracing with 3" wood
screws at all pre-drilled holes.

evenly spaced
18
FORT DECK CLEAT
2-1/2" Wood Screws
1-5/8" Wood Screws
Flush
Flush
EQUAL EQUAL
EQUAL
EQUAL
x28
x14
FORT DECK PLANKS
Flush
5/4 x 4 x 45-1/8"
x1 2516-ST
x7
2509-ST
5/4 x 6 x 44-7/8"
x4
2-1/2" Wood Screws