Component Playgrounds PH45 User manual

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INV #: __________________________________
DATE: ___________________________________
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SHIPPING PIECES: 24
WEIGHT: 721 lbs
MODEL PH45
_____ 1 - 11’7” top rail, one drill
_____ 1 - triple end with socket
_____ 1 - 4’ x 4’ Deck package
_____ 4 - 9’ 6” Playhouse legs
_____ 1- 5’6” Top rail with insert
_____ 1 - Side Barriers
_____ 1 - Entrance Barrier
_____ 2 - Exit Barrier
_____ 2 - 8’ 4 rung ladder with adj. sleeves
_____ 1 - 12’6” horizontal ladder
_____ 2 - 8’ A-frame legs
_____ 1 - 5’6” x 2⅜” top rail
_____ 1 - 10’ Plastic Rail Slide __________
_____ 2 - PH Canopy Arches
_____ 1 - CH/PH Wild Climber
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
_____ 4 - 5” swing seats _________________
_____ 1 - trapeze bar _________________
_____ 10 -2 ⅜” Brass Bushing Hangers
_____ 2 - 3½’ chains _________________
_____ 8 - 5½’ chains _________________
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
_____ 1 - Steering wheel _____________
_____ 1 - Steering wheel hardware pkg
_____ 1 - Telescope _______________
_____ 1 - Telescope hardware pkg
_____ 1 - PH Canopy Tarp _________________
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
_____ 1- HL Bolt Pack
_____ 1 -MT Bolt Pack
_____ 1 - Playhouse bolt pack
_____ 1 - Spring Clip 16 Pack
_____ 2 - 1⅜” Plugs
_____ 4 - Panel Clamps (2 pair)
_____ 2 - ⅜” x 2” Carriage Bolts
_____ 2 - ⅜” Hex Nuts
_____ 4 - Spring Clips
_____ 2 - ⅜” nyloc nuts
_____ 4 - ⅜” x ⅜” set screws
_____ 2 - 2 ⅜” plastic plugs
_____ 1 - Can of ____________ touch up paint
_____ 1 - Set of Instructions
Last Modied: 6/1/2009

Pipe Clamp
Clevis with Key
SwingSetPartsIdentificationPage
The Small Parts
LocWasher
Flat Washer CarriageBolt
HexBolt
TapBolt
SetScrewwith
AllenWrench
NylocNut
HexNut
T-Nut GrabberScrew
LagScrew
#14SheetMetalScrew
#14TrussScrew
Plug Panel Clamp
BraceBand Carabineer/
Spring Clip
Noteverymodelwillhaveeverycomponentorswingpart.Picturesarenottoscale.Thepurposeofthissheetis
togiveyouageneralideaoftheshapeandnamesofthepartsofyourswingset.
©2008 Swings & Things Inc.
BoltLength
:? 12? 2? 22? 2:? 3? 32? 23? 3:? 4? 42?
EXAMPLE

 InstallationInstructions
PH45
Wheelbarrow
Shovel
Digging Bar or Pick
Allen Wrench (provided)
Hammer or Mallet
Marker Pen
Ladder
Tape Measure
Level
Open end or box wrench’s:
5/8”, 9/16”, 3/4”, 1/2”
Ratchet Handle & Sockets:
5/8”, 9/16”, 3/4”, 1/2”
Cordless or electric drill w/bits as Follows:
Phillips, 3/8” drill bit
1. Select an area in your yard that is reasonably level and meets the space requirements for your equipment. Ground
space: 17’ x 32’. Play space: 21’ x 41’.
2. Please refer to the outrigger assembly sheet and assemble your outrigger as instructed.
3. Position the horizontal ladder in your yard where you want the unit to nally stand. Measure and be certain that all
necessary clearances for the deck and swinging space are available in this position.
4. Using a tape measure and marker, mark location of the Ladder and swing hangers along the 5’ top rail. See the detail
on the front page of your installation instructions. Set aside.
5. With the horizontal ladder in position on the ground, locate and mark the holes for the two upright ladders. Move
the horizontal ladder out of the way and dig the holes for the upright ladders. (See #1: Hole size for upright ladder)
6. Lay each vertical ladder on the ground near the hole where it will eventually stand. Make a mark 15” from the top
of the ladder onto each ladder rail. Move the adjustable sleeves to these marks and position them to receive the hori-
zontal ladder by turning them to point at a 90 degree angle (towards what will become the inside of the structure)
away from the upright ladder. Secure the set screws.
7. Place the 8’ vertical ladder that will be used to access the Playhouse deck into its hole. The ladder rungs should be
positioned to allow for access into the Playhouse.
8. Place the outrigger out of your way and about 10’ away from where the unit will nally stand.
9. Using a tape measure and marker, mark the locations on the outrigger for the swing hangers and the ladder.
10. Assemble swing hangers as shown on the swing hanger assembly sheet and attach to the out rigger as instructed.
(Hint: Do not attach the swing hangers at the end of the out rigger until after it is inserted into the ladder top sleeve).
11. Turn the outrigger upside down on the ground. Install the legs into the triple end as shown in: #3 A-Frame Leg As-
sembly.
12. Lay the vertical ladder onto the ground with the bottom of the ladder just over the hole where it will eventually stand.
13. Slide the out rigger into the ladder top sleeve. Using two strong adults, stand the unit up and allow the ladder to fall
into the hole previously dug. Check to make sure that the outrigger is still in its proper place inside the ladder top
sleeve. Adjust as necessary by holding onto the ladder securely and pushing or pulling the “A” frame section caus-
ing the outrigger to slide inside the top sleeve of the ladder. When you are satised that the outrigger is in its proper
position, securely tighten the set screws in the top sleeve of the ladder. The unit will not be level at this point. Adjust
and straighten the unit in the play space as desired.
14. Mark the holes for the A-frame legs. Hint: Keep most of the hole to the inside of the leg.
15. Dig the holes and place the legs in the holes.
16. Using two strong adults, lift the horizontal ladder and slide it onto the adjustable sleeves of the ladder that is away
from the Playhouse end of the structure. Secure the set screws.
17. Bring the other vertical ladder up to the horizontal ladder and insert the adjustable sleeves as before. Secure the set
screws. See #4 horizontal ladder connection to upright ladder. Hint: Do not push the overhead ladder tight against
the vertical ladders. Leave a ½” to 1” gap between the vertical ladder rails and the overhead ladder. This will allow
for easier adjustment of the overhead ladder in the future.
18. Insert the 5’ top rail into the top sleeve of the vertical ladder that will be used to access the Playhouse deck.
19. Refer to: Playhouse Assembly and Installation Instructions. Assemble the Playhouse deck and structure, and position
the deck as shown.
20. Attach the slide as shown on the slide assembly sheet.
21. Attach any additional climbers as may be necessary.
22. Using a hammer, install the 2-3/8” plugs into the open ends of the top rails.
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING
*Beforedigging,Pleaseobeylocallawsbynotifyingyourlocalutilitiesmarkingorganization*
RequiredTools

23. Measure the height of the top rail to insure proper swing height.
24. Check the level of the entire structure and adjust as necessary.
25. When you are satised that the structure is level, mix and pour the concrete according to the package directions. You
will use approximately seven 80# bags in the ladder hole and 1 ½ bags in each of the leg holes.
26. Allow the concrete to cure completely before using your swing set. (3-5 days).
27. Attach chains and swinging items and enjoy your Component Playground.

OUTRIGGER ASSEMBLY
Step 1: Slide the end of the drilled Top Rail into the Sleeve of the
Triple End.
Step 2: Align the hole in the Top Rail with hole in the Sleeve of the
Triple End and join together using a 7/16” x 3 1/2” Hex Bolt and
7/16” Nyloc Nut.
Step 3: Insert and tighten (4) 3/8” x 3/8” set screws into the Triple
End Sleeve using Allen Wrench provided.

GROUND SPACE 18’ X 32’
RESIDENTIAL
PLAY SPACE 22’ X 41’
ModelPH45

ModelPH45Continued
Holes 18” x 12”
(approx. 1½ 80 lb. bags
concrete mix per hole)
(C) PH
Legs
3/8” x 2 3/4”
Hex Bolt with
3/8” Nyloc Nut
(1 each per leg)
3/8” x 3/8”
Set Screw
(1 each per leg)
Slide in Leg, bolt in
place and secure
with set screw
#2 A-Frame Leg Assembly
Ladder
Top Rail
Slide Ladder in
place on Top Rail
and secure with
two 3/8” x 3/8”
set screws.
#3LaddertoTopRailAssembly
Set Screw
Top Rail
Upright Ladder
Adjustable Sleeve
Horizontal Ladder
Set
Screws
Set Screws
#4HorizontalLaddertoUprightLadderAssembly
#1HoleSizesforCementingintheSet
28”
24”
20”
Hole 28”x20”x24”
(approximately 7 80 lb. bags
of concrete mix per hole)
(A) Upright
Ladder
DO NOT USE POSTMIX USE GOOD QUALITY CONCRETE MIX!
Triple End
A-Frame
Leg
Holes 18” x 12”
(approx. 1½ 80 lb. bags
concrete mix per hole)
(B) A-Frame
Legs
Hole 12” x 12”
(approx. one 80 lb. bag
concrete mix per hole)
(D) Wild
Climber

©January 1, 2010 Swings & Things Inc.
5’ Playhouse Assembly and Installation Instructions
1.Assemble the platform.
a. Mark the support plates as shown in Side View.
b. Drill 3/8” pilot holes at each mark.
c. Assemble des supports as shown in Deck Support View.
d. Attach boards A and B fi rst. Evenly space the remaining boards (about ¾” apart) and attach to the support plates using
the 2 ½” grabber screw. Refer to Top View.
e. The platform should just square its self up as it is assembled. However, you should verify that the platform is square
before continuing on with the assembly.
e1. How to determine if your platform is square: Use a tape measure. Determine the diagonal corner to corner measure-
ment. Verify that measurement with the opposite diagonal corner to corner measurement. Within a small margin of error,
these two measurements should be the same.

2.Locating the footings for the playhouse structure
a. Place the assembled platform next to the upright ladder.
b. Line up the support plates of the assembled platform with
the inside rail of the vertical ladder. Make sure that the platform is
straight against the vertical ladder. Refer to fi gure 2a.
c. At each corner, mark the ground for the footings, move the
platform out of the way and dig the holes. Refer to fi gure 2b.
Figure 2b
3.Playhouse Assembly
There are several different barrier confi guration possibilities.
These confi gurations are determined by the number of exits on
your set and the way that you want the structure assembled in
your yard. Please refer to the following lay out illustrations to
determine how to assemble the playhouse using the confi gura-
tion that you have purchased.
a. Locate the four playhouse legs. Measure 45” from the end of the pipe to the center of the fi rst hole to determine which
end of the pipe is the top.
b. Make a mark 4 ½” down from the top of each playhouse leg.
c. Identify the layout illustration that shows the correct amount of exits included in your set.
d. Lay the barriers out as shown in the illustration that represents your particular confi guration. Loosely install set screws
into each barrier sleeve.
e. Pay particular attention to the position of each barrier in relation to the barrier at each side. The layout of the barriers
should follow an over and under pattern beginning with the entrance barrier. Please refer back to the layout illustration and
note the positioning pattern of the barriers.
Figure 2a
Optional Horizontal
Ladder
Toprail
Upright
Ladder

Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Playhouse Leg
This lay out may need to be adjusted
depending on your individual
application.
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Playhouse Leg
Layout illustration with TWO EXITS
Layout illustration with ONE EXIT
4 (Under)
4 (Under) 4 (Under)
4 (Under)
3 (Over)
3 (Over) 3 (Over)
3 (Over)
2 (Under)
2 (Under) 2 (Under)
2 (Under)
1 (Over)
1 (Over) 1 (Over)
1 (Over)
Playhouse Leg Playhouse Leg
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Entrance
Barrier
Side
Barrier
Exit
Barrier
Open
Barrier
“Left Handed” Layout “Right Handed” Layout

This lay out may need to be adjusted
depending on your individual
application.
Layout illustration with THREE EXITS
Layout illustration with OPEN BARRIER
4 (Under) 4 (Under)
4 (Under)
4 (Under)
3 (Over) 3 (Over)
3 (Over)
3 (Over)
2 (Under) 2 (Under)
2 (Under)
2 (Under)
1 (Over) 1 (Over)
1 (Over)
1 (Over)
Playhouse Leg Playhouse Leg
Playhouse Leg
Playhouse Leg
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Optional
Horizontal
Ladder
Entrance
Barrier
Side
Barrier
Exit
Barrier
Open
Barrier
“Left Handed” Layout “Right Handed” Layout

Platform
Support
Plate
Playhouse Leg
f. Slide three playhouse legs into the sleeves as shown in the layout illustration. The mark previously made at
4 ½” on each post should be positioned in between the two sleeves at the top of the barriers.
g. Stand the platform into the third position (each barrier has a numbered position in each layout illustration).
Line up the holes in the legs with the holes previously drilled into the platform support plates. (The platform sup-
port plates should be vertical.) Attach the platform to the legs. In each leg use the following: 2- 5/16” x 3 ½” hex
bolts, 2- 5/16” fl at washers and 2- “T” nuts.
Figure 4a Figure 4b
h. Begin folding up the barriers around the platform to create the four sides of the playhouse as shown in fi gure
3a and 3b. Continue to fold up the barriers and attach each leg to the platform as previously done. Tighten the set
screws as you go.
i. Carefully roll the playhouse structure to gain access to and tighten all set screws. Figure 3c.
Figure 3c

Side
Barrier
2 3/8”
Brace Band
with welded
on bolt, and
Nyloc Nut
1 7/8” Brace Band
5/16” x 1 1/4”
Carriage Bolt and Nut
2 3/8”
Brace
Band
Upright Ladder
Long
Playhouse Leg
Top
Rail
10’ Option
Upright Ladder
5/16” x 3 1/2”
Hex Bolt and
5/16” washer
(5/16” “T” Nuts)
Front View
Side View Upright
Ladder
Entrance
Barrier
Figure 4d Figure 4e Figure 4f
j. Once the playhouse is completely assembled and laying on its side, carefully roll the playhouse until the
entrance barrier will line up with the vertical ladder component of the swing set structure. The two legs that are
on the ground should be laying just over the ladder hole and the adjacent leg hole as shown in fi gure 4d.
k. Stand the playhouse into the holes previously dug. Figure 4e and 4f.
l. As the playhouse is stood up, be careful not to strike the top rail or the vertical ladder.
m. Align the playhouse entrance barrier with the vertical ladder. Level the platform and attach the playhouse
to the vertical ladder as shown in fi gure 4g. Place one set of brace bands below the deck as shown in 4g and one
set about 12” above the ground.
Figure 4g
5.The fi nish
a. Refer back to the written installation instruction sheet for your playhouse model. Continue where you left
off, fi nishing the installation of your playhouse model.

FirePoleor
Tree Climber
Barrier
3/8” x 2”
Bolt&Nut
2SetsofPanel
Clamps
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CH/PHFirePole,TreeClimber,Wild
ClimberorTriangleClimberAddOn
©2009 Swings & Things Inc.
(Approximately
1 80 lb. bag of
concrete mix)
• Position the Fire Pole or Climber in the center of the opening of the CH or
PH Barrier.
• Determine location of hole and dig hole as shown below.
• Panel Clamp the Fire Pole or Climber to Barrier making sure the pole is
level.
• Cement in ground.
CH/PH
FirePole
Tree
Climber
Wild
Climber
Triangle
Climber

Step 1: Position slide on deck in
desired location
Step 2: Attach slide to deck with
two #14 x 1¼” Truss Screws.
PlasticSlideMountingInstructions
DeckMount
LadderMount
©2007 Swings & Things Inc.
1½ “x 2¾” x 19”
WoodBlock
#14 x 1½”
SheetMetalScrew
3/8”x3”carriagebolt
3/8”hexnut
3/8”lockwasher
3/8”flatwasher
AngleIronMountingBracket
Ladder
PlasticSlide
InstallationInstructionsfromtheSlideManufacturer
To mount the slide, choose a location that is fl at and level. Use (2) #8 sheetrock screws or #10 fl athead wood screws.
Install the screws into the countersunk drill points at the top of the slide. DO NOT OVER TORQUE!
This mounting con guration will allow your slide to receive a lot of abuse. If the slide is hit from the side by a lawn mower
or similar device, either the sheetrock screw will break or the screw head will pull through the slide. In such event, the next
size screw should be installed. This installation has proven to be very effective.
The slide can also be elevated at the bottom or foot area. Use (2) 2 x 4’s or (2) 2 x 6’s cut to the length desired for the
elevation needed. We recommend using wood screws or sheetrock screws to attach the risers to the slide.
Step 1: Attach angle iron mounting bracket
to ladder using 3/8” x 3” carriage bolt, 3/8”
fl at washer, 3/8” lock washer and 3/8” nut.
Step 2: Center and attach wood block with
two #14 x 1½” Sheet Metal Screws.
Step 3: Place slide on wood block and
attach with two #14 x 1¼” Truss Screws.
#14 x 1¼”
TrussScrews PlasticSlide
Deck

Step 1: Position slide on deck in
desired location
Step 2: Attach slide to deck with
two #14 x 1¼” Truss Screws.
PlasticSlideMountingInstructions
DeckMount
LadderMount
©2007 Swings & Things Inc.
1½ “x 2¾” x 19”
WoodBlock
#14 x 1½”
SheetMetalScrew
3/8”x3”carriagebolt
3/8”hexnut
3/8”lockwasher
3/8”flatwasher
AngleIronMountingBracket
Ladder
PlasticSlide
InstallationInstructionsfromtheSlideManufacturer
To mount the slide, choose a location that is fl at and level. Use (2) #8 sheetrock screws or #10 fl athead wood screws.
Install the screws into the countersunk drill points at the top of the slide. DO NOT OVER TORQUE!
This mounting con guration will allow your slide to receive a lot of abuse. If the slide is hit from the side by a lawn mower
or similar device, either the sheetrock screw will break or the screw head will pull through the slide. In such event, the next
size screw should be installed. This installation has proven to be very effective.
The slide can also be elevated at the bottom or foot area. Use (2) 2 x 4’s or (2) 2 x 6’s cut to the length desired for the
elevation needed. We recommend using wood screws or sheetrock screws to attach the risers to the slide.
Step 1: Attach angle iron mounting bracket
to ladder using 3/8” x 3” carriage bolt, 3/8”
fl at washer, 3/8” lock washer and 3/8” nut.
Step 2: Center and attach wood block with
two #14 x 1½” Sheet Metal Screws.
Step 3: Place slide on wood block and
attach with two #14 x 1¼” Truss Screws.
#14 x 1¼”
TrussScrews PlasticSlide
Deck
PlayhouseCanopy
CanopyPocket
Canopy
Arch
ArchSleeveattached
with 3/8” x 3/8” Set
Screw
ArchLeg
PlayhouseLeg
STEP 1: Slide Arches into Canopy Pockets. Top of Arches should curve away from each other.
STEP 2: Slide all four Arch Legs into Playhouse Legs at the same time. Tighten Set Screws.
***Canopy may be positioned either direction over the 4’x4’ deck.***
©April 18, 2008 Swings & Things Inc.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel
Pivot
Plug
Plastic
Pivot
7/16”
Washer
Bracketwithwelded
bolt.Pushtwo1-3/8”
Plugsintheends
3/8”
Nyloc
Nut
Assemble Steering Wheel as
shownabove.
ThenattachBrackettothe
Barrierwithpanelclamps
and3/8”x2”CarriageBolts
andHexNuts.
©2003 Swings & Things Inc.