Community Playthings G241 User manual

© 2005 by Community Products, LLC
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User and
Maintenance
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CUSTOMER SERVICE:
United States
PO Box 2
Ulster Park, NY 12487
Office hours: 9-5 EST
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
[phone]
www.CommunityPlaythings.com
[e-mail]
Recommended Use
G241, G248 Changing Table
G261, G268 Changing Table with Steps
Changing Table Changing Table with Steps
WARNING
This product is intended for use by children of
immature judgment and therefore supervision is
required at all times.
Keep at least one hand on child at all times
during changing to prevent accidental falls.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the
American Public Health Association in their joint
guideline statement, “Caring for Our Children”,
published 2002, state that safety straps shall
not be used. However, some state licensing may
require the use of a safety strap. The safety of
the child and conformance with local regulations
are the responsibility of the care-giver.
CAUTION
For indoor use only. The Changing Table is not
waterproof.
The Community Playthings Changing Table is
a safe place to use for changing the diapers of
children up to 3 years of age. The padded pan
is easy to clean and provides a comfortable
surface for the child, eliminating the need for
a separate pad. The steps can be lowered and
held down with your foot while you help the
child climb on to the table. The steps (optional)
then automatically fold away for safety. For
maximum space efficiency, a tilt-out hamper
and bin are located behind the steps. This
makes soiled diapers inaccessible to children.
The bin, as well as the entire hamper, can be
easily removed for cleaning. The shelf provides
space for storage of wipes or packs of diapers
and is adjustable for customer’s preference.
The casters on the toe-trim can be engaged for
mobility.

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Office hours: 9-5 EST
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G248 Changing Table
G268 Changing Table
with Steps
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Assembly
Your Changing Table will come in 2 parts consisting
of a cabinet and a hamper. The adjustable shelf is
packaged separately inside the cabinet.
To install the hamper (or hamper with
steps):
1.Remove wastebasket.
Note: It is recommended that the installation is done
with two people. (Figure A)
2. Tilt the top of the Hamper forward, then position
the back panel of the Hamper directly behind–
and against–the steel bracket . (Figure B)
3. Swing the bottom in so that the metal plate is
positioned just inside the plastic lip .
To check for proper function, lift the ‘Hamper’ latch
and close the unit carefully. Latching will be easy if
the unit is correctly installed.
To remove the Hamper:
1. Open the Hamper to normal position.
2. Press down on the black handle above the Waste-
basket to open it fully.
3. Lift the Hamper straight up and swing the
bottom out.
If your shipment is incomplete, please contact
Customer Service.
CAUTION
Make sure the shelf is sitting securely on the
supports.
Operation
A tilt-out hamper (with or without steps) comes
with every Changing Table. To discard the soiled
diaper, push up on the latch labeled “Hamper” and
pull out. Place diaper in a plastic bag (not provided)
in the bin. Close hamper making sure you hear it
latch. To empty the diaper bin see “To remove bin”
instruction label inside hamper.
The tilt-out hamper can also be removed completely
to clean inside the cabinet. To do this, first make sure
the hamper is fully extended, remove the bin, then
lift the hamper straight up and swing the bottom
out.
Steps (optional) provide an easy way for larger
children to be changed. To lower the steps push
up latch labeled “Steps,” and pull steps down. For
safety, steps retract and latch automatically. Use foot
pedal provided to hold steps down as you guide the
child up to the changing surface. Remove foot from
pedal; steps will automatically retract. When the child
is ready to come down, lower the steps, place your
foot on the pedal, and assist child.
CAUTION
Make sure children are not in the area when the
steps are being lowered or raised. A child on the
floor could get pinched in the step mechanism.
The wheels on the unit must be disengaged
before the steps are used. (See next section; the
wheeled mobility feature.) Damage to the steps
could be caused if the steps are used when the
wheels are down.
Load on the steps should not exceed 100
pounds.
Figure A
Figure B

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G248 Changing Table
G268 Changing Table
with Steps
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WARNING
Children must be assisted up the steps and onto
the changing table.
Steps must always retract when the child is up.
In no way should the teacher cause the steps to
remain down unassisted.
If steps do not automatically retract, discontinue
use and contact your Customer Center.
The gas shock should be replaced every five
years as it loses pressure over time and with use.
Wheeled Mobility
The WHEELED MOBILITY feature can be engaged
and disengaged using the following procedure:
1. With one person at each end, tip the unit slightly
forward or back. This allows the toe trim to pivot.
2. While one person holds the item in the tipped
position, the other rotates the toe trim by pulling
or pushing on one of the hand-holds at either end
of the toe trim to engage or disengage the wheels.
(Figure C)
3. Tip the unit slightly to the other side and repeat
the procedure with the other toe trim.
Note: To prevent objects from falling off shelves, tip
unit back and engage the front wheels first. When
disengaging wheels, tip unit forward, and release
rear wheels first.
CAUTION
When engaging or disengaging the wheel
system, always use two people. Failure to do
this could cause back strain or pinching of your
hands.
Always use the hand-holds provided at each end
of the toe trim.
WARNING
When moving the Changing Table, always push
from an end.
Never move with children nearby.
Always disengage wheels after moving.
Locking Doors are provided to keep children out of
the storage area. The custom latch can be operated
with one hand. Push the top latch to the left to open
the right door. Push the bottom latch to the right to
open the left door. It is not possible to open both
doors at the same time.
The door unit can be locked using any extra-length
shackle padlock.
NOTE: padlock must fit through a 5/16" hole.
Accessories
The G28 WALL-MOUNTED SHELF is designed to be
used with the Changing Table. It offers shelf space
with separate compartments for the babies’ diapers
and other accessories, and can be mounted within
easy reach of the changing table.
The G242 ACCESSORIES SHELF can be mounted
on the cabinet at either end. However, it is recom-
mended that the shelf be mounted on the foot end
of the Changing Table so that items are out of reach
of the child.
WARNING
Accessories Shelf should not be used to store
cleaning agents. Children may be able to reach
them.
Maintenance
Periodically inspect for cracks, breaks, loose parts,
missing parts, and/or malfunctions. Remove the
product from service when any condition develops
that might make operation unsafe.
Occasionally use a light oil on the moving metal parts
of the step assembly. Do not oil the plastic parts.
Over time the gas spring that lifts the steps will lose
pressure. This could cause failure of the steps to close
and latch. If this happens, call your Customer Center
for a replacement.
Figure C

CUSTOMER SERVICE:
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G248 Changing Table
G268 Changing Table
with Steps
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Cleaning
Wood Surfaces may be cleaned with soap or mild
detergent and water. However, too much water will
harm the finish. Do not use solvent cleaners on any
parts of your Changing Table.
Padded Pan can be washed with soap or mild
detergent and water. Remove the pan when heavy
cleaning is necessary. We recommend the use of a
10% bleach solution or Lysol to sanitize the pan.
These disinfectant have been shown to cause no
harm to the pan’s finish. Community Playthings has
not tested other cleaning solutions and can not be
responsible for discoloration or weakening caused by
using anything other than a bleach solution or Lysol.
Iodine products will discolor the pan and pine oil
based cleaners may weaken the pan.
Steps and Hamper should be wiped periodically to
remove dirt or sand which may prevent the proper
functioning of the moving parts. The latches and
hinge points must be kept clean.
Construction
The wooden components are manufactured from
solid maple and hardwood plywood, finished with
a clear nontoxic finish. All edges and corners are
rounded for safety and ease of cleaning.
The steps are tested for over 150,000 cycles of active
use.
The metal treads are finished with anti-slip paint.
The padded pan contains no latex
or polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
User Modifications
We are not responsible for modifications made by
customers to our products in the field, without our
supervision, testing or evaluation.
Recycling
The foam pads used in packaging this product are
reusable/recyclable. If you would like to help us pre-
serve the environment, dispose of them appropriately
or return them to Community Playthings, US Rte. 40,
Farmington PA 15437.
Ordering Parts
To order replacement parts, contact Customer Ser-
vice with a description of the part(s) needed and the
serial number of the product.
Use only replacement parts supplied by
Community Playthings.