Component Playgrounds Monkey Tree Swing Set w/Slide and Turning... User manual

Installation Instructions
MT40
Required Tools
Wheelbarrow Hammer or Mallet
Shovel Open End or Box Wrenches: 5/8”, 9/16”, ¾”
Digging Bar or Pick Ratchet Handle & Sockets: 5/8”, 9/16”, ¾”, 17mm
Allen Wrench (Provided) Marker Pen
Ladder Tape Measure
Level Cordless/Electric Drill w/ the Following Bits: Phillips, 3/8”
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING
*Before digging, please obey local laws by notifying your local utilities marking
organization*
1. Select an area in your yard that is reasonably level and meets the space requirement
for your equipment. Ground Space: 18’ x 15’. Play Space: 22’ x 24’.
2. Please refer to the top rail assembly sheet and assemble your top rail as instructed.
3. Position the top rail (see top rail assembly page) about 10’ from the selected spot
where you want the unit to finally stand. Using a tape measure and marker, mark
location of the swing hangers and the ladder along the top rail. (see top view on
assembly and installation instructions for measurements.)
4. Assemble swing hangers (see swing hanger assembly sheet) and attach securely to
the top rail.
5. Using the hammer, install the plug into the open end of the top rail.
6. Locate position in your yard where the upright ladder will stand. Dig the hole for the
ladder (see Installation Instructions page #1). Lay the ladder onto the ground with
the bottom of the ladder laying just over the hole where it will finally stand. Hint: Be
sure to situate the ladder so that when the unit is finally standing the rungs will be
facing as desired in your space.
7. Turn the top rail onto its side on the ground. Slide the outrigger into the sleeve at
the top of the ladder and position it to the marks previously made. (see Installation
Instructions page #3). Loosely install set screws into the top of the ladder sleeve.
Bolt “A” frame legs into place (see installation instructions page #2).
8. Using two strong adults, stand the swing frame up, allowing the ladder to fall into
the hole previously dug. (Note: set will not be level at this point.) At this point,
check to make sure that the top rail 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 causing the outrigger to slide inside the top sleeve.
When you are satisfied that the top rail is in the proper position, securely tighten the
set screws in the top sleeve of the ladder.

9. With the ladder still standing in its hole, situate the “A” frame end to the desired
position in the play area. Determine location of the “A” frame legs and mark the
holes. Move the legs out of the way and dig the holes. (Keep most of the hole to the
inside of the leg). Place the legs into the holes.
10. Measure from about the middle of the top rail to the ground. This measurement
should be 8’. Determine the level of the swing set by using the level along the
length of the top rail. Remove from, or add soil to the holes as necessary to put the
unit to the correct height and to make it level.
11. Determine location of turning bar hole by placing the turning bar up to the ladder.
Mark and dig the hole. Attach the turning bar to the ladder. Check and adjust the
level of the turning bar. (See #4 fire pole and turning bar assembly.)
12. Determine the location for the fire pole by holding the fire pole to the top rail. Mark
and dig the hole. Attach the fire pole to the top rail and check and adjust the level
of the fire pole. (See #4)
13. Attach Slide bracket to Ladder (See plastic slide assembly sheet) and attach slide to
bracket as instructed.
14. Mix concrete according to package directions and pour into the holes. (See
installation instructions page #1.) You will use approximately 6-7 80 pound bags in
the ladder hole and 1 ½ bags in each of the leg holes.
15. Allow the concrete to cure completely before you use your swing set (3-5 days).
16. Attach chains and swing seats and enjoy your Component Playground.

Top Rail Assembly
Step 1: Slide the undrilled end of the longer Top Rail as far as it will go into the
Sleeve of the Triple End.
Step 2: Slide the Swing Hangers and tighten onto the Top Rail during the Top Rail
Assembly process. (Refer to spacing diagram and graphic found above)
Step 3: Insert and tighten (4) 3/8” x 3/8” set screws into each of the Triple End
Sleeves using Allen Wrench provided.
Step 4: Slide smaller diameter part of shorter top rail into the open end of the
longer top rail which is already attached to triple end.
Step 5: Insert and tighten additional set screws to join top rails together
Step 1
Step 2

Two piece Top Rail
Assembly
*Make sure to line up the set screws so they make a straight line
as show in the graphic above.
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:

Model MT40
GROUND SPACE 19’ X 15’
MINIMUM RESIDENTIAL
PLAY SPACE 23’ X 24’

Model MT40 Continued
Installation Instructions
Holes 28”x20”x24”
(approx. 6-7 80 lb bags of
concrete mix)
(A) Upright Ladder
24”
20”
28”
(B) A Frame Legs
Holes 18” wide x 12”
deep (approx. 1 ½ 80
lb bags concrete mix
per hole.)
12”
18”
#1 Hole Sizes for Cementing in the Set
#2 A Frame Leg Assembly
3/8” x 2 ¾” 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
A Frame
Leg
Slide Top Rail joint into
place about 1 inch inside
the Ladder Top Sleeve &
secure with two 3/8” x 3/8”
Set Screws
Ladder
#3 Ladder to Top Rail Assembly
Triple
End
(C) Fire Pole &
Turning Bar
Holes 12” x 12”
deep (Approx. one
80 lb. bag of
concrete mix per
hole)
Set screw holes
Set screws
Set screws
Top rail

Note: We recommend you check the pendulum in the
swing hangers at least every 6 months for normal wear.

Installation Instructions
MT Turning Bar and Fire Pole add on
MT Fire Pole
Turning Bar
(Approximately one 80 lb.
bag of concrete mix)
• Determine Desired Location of Fire Pole on the Top Rail, or the
Turning Bar on the Upright Ladder Leg.
• Determine location of hole and dig hole as shown below.
• Clamp Fire Pole or Turning Bar into position, level and cement in
ground.
Turning Bar / Fire Pole
Turning Bar
Tighten
until clamps
are snug
against rail
Fire Pole or
Turning Bar
3/8” Nyloc
Nut
Top Rail or
Ladder Leg
2 3/8” Clamp
3/8 x 1 ½” Bolt
1 5/8” x 48”
Cross Piece
72” Upright
2 7/8” x 3” Sleeve
Set Screw
Set Screw
Set Screw

RAVE/ROCKET SLIDE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Attach the slide bracket to
the upright ladder by placing
the carriage bolt through the
ladder and through the holes
in the bracket. Then secure
with the flate washer, loc
washer, and hex nut. AS
SHOWN ON RIGHT. (It is
recommended that you level
both the ladder and the
bracket before you tighten
hex nut in place.)
2. Attach the slide to the bracket by
placing the slide in place on bracket.
Then drilling with a 3/8” drill bit
through the holes in the bracket into
the slide. (Holes in the bracket should
line up with mold for holes in the
slide.) Then insert the BHS bolt
through the slide holes and through
the holes in the bracket. Then secure
with the flat washer, loc washer, and
hex nut. AS SHOWN ON RIGHT.
3/8” x 3” Carriage
Bolt
Slide Bracket
3/8” Hex Nut
3/8” Loc Washer
3/8” Flat Washer
3/8” x 1 ¼” BHS Bolts
3/8” Flat Washer
3/8” Loc Washer
3/8” Hex Nut

Read Before Use
Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the finest pieces of playground equipment available.
Your family will enjoy many hours of fun with this fine equipment. Playground equipment can be most
enjoyable, but there are some dangers if not used properly. You should be aware of the following:
Equipment should be installed in a level area, free from obstructions, with enough space to allow for
adequate clearance in all directions when equipment is in maximum use.
Keep objects away from equipment that could interfere with persons using it or that could be hazardous.
Misuse or abuse of this playground equipment is dangerous and can cause serious injury.
This equipment should be inspected before each use and any worn, defective or missing parts should be
replaced.
Children should play on equipment only with adult supervision and should be duly warned of the
potential hazards in this type of equipment when used improperly. Children should be instructed as to
proper caution to take in its use.
Equipment should NOT be used when it is wet or icy.
Equipment should only be used in a well-lighted area.
Do NOT use equipment when tired, under stress or emotionally upset.
Do NOT overcrowd.
Do NOT use equipment when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Do NOT attempt somersaults or gymnastic stunts on or using this equipment.
Know your own limitations and exercise caution at all times.
Do not jump off of equipment when dismounting. It is a dangerous practice to jump on or off equipment.
Do not attempt to use equipment for something other than the use for which it was designed and intended,
or in a manner other than that for which it was designed and intended.
While every attempt is made by Component Playgrounds to ensure the highest degree of
safety in all of our equipment, we cannot guarantee freedom from injury. The user
assumes all risk of injury due to use. All merchandise is sold on this condition, which no
representative of the company can waive or change.

Maintenance of your playground
We hope that you and your family will enjoy many of hours of great family fun while using your
Component Playgrounds Products. We appreciate your business. Our goal is to provide safe,
durable and fun products using the best materials available. Your product should be mostly
maintenance free. However, you should consider the following suggestions with regard to the up
keep of your new swing set.
1. Chains and Connectors: The chains are coated with the highest quality bright zinc
coating and the highest quality polymer coatings available. However, over time the zinc
coating may become discolored or eventually have surface rust appear. The polymer
coating may also become discolored with time and may eventually crack. This depends
mostly upon environmental conditions and normally will not affect the durability and
safety of the product. However, these items should be inspected regularly for excessive
wear and should be replaced as necessary.
2. Swing Hangers: These items are coated with a high quality galvanizing. However,
swing hangers may become discolored or may eventually rust. Should this happen, a
touch up using a cold galvanizing compound followed by a coat of silver aluminum spray
paint will make them look new again. These items can be purchased in aerosol cans
(“spray paint”) at most hardware stores and at Component Playgrounds. The brass
bushings inside of the swing hanger are impregnated with lubricant and will not generally
require any further lubrication. However, these should be periodically inspected for wear
and replaced as necessary. Note: Twisting the chains while swinging will put extra wear
on the swing hanger parts. If your children enjoy this practice, please inspect the swing
hangers more frequently.
3. Tire Swing Knuckles (for sets with a tire swing): The tire swing knuckle arrives at
Component Playgrounds pre-lubricated from the manufacturer. However, it is good
practice to inspect the knuckle and be sure that there is adequate lubrication before it is
used the first time. After that, the tire knuckles should be lubricated at least twice
annually to prevent excessive wear and the eventual failure of the tire swing knuckle.
4. Welds: The heat from the welding process will damage the galvanizing that is on the
pipe when it arrives to us from the manufacturer. This damage to the galvanizing is
restricted to the actual weld. When your equipment is built, Component Playgrounds will
repair this damage using a cold galvanizing compound spray along with a top coat of
silver aluminum. This is a time tested and durable process. However, when you are
inspecting your playground equipment, if you notice that some surface rust has
appeared on the welds, simply apply a fresh coat of the cold galvanizing compound and
the silver aluminum top coat to keep your structure looking new. (These spray products

can be purchased in aerosol cans (“spray paint”) at most hardware stores and at
Component Playgrounds.)
5. Plastic Lumber Platforms: If you have purchased a structure which includes a
platform, the plastic lumber does not need to be finished or stained. It is 100%
maintenance free. However, you may need to occasionally hose it down to remove dirt
and other debris that may collect after many hours of use by happy children.
6. Vinyl Canopies: If you have purchased a structure which includes a vinyl canopy, this
product should be inspected occasionally for wear and will need to be replaced as
necessary. Depending upon your environmental conditions, the normal life expectancy
of the vinyl canopy is 3 –5 years.
7. Swing Seats: These should be inspected at least twice annually and should be replaced
as necessary.
8. Slides: Slides should never be lifted at the bottom. Lifting the slide at the bottom will
almost always cause the slide to crack at the top where it has been attached to the
platform or bracket. Cracks and wear such as is caused by this practice are easily
identifiable and will not be covered under the product warranty.
Slides should be inspected at least annually to ensure that the sliding surface is in good
condition. Also inspect the side rails to be sure that the plastic has not been cut or
gouged in any manner which would present the risk of injury while sliding.
9. Fasteners: All fasteners should be periodically inspected to make certain that they are
tight and secure. Re-secure as necessary.

To Help Prevent Injuries from Falls & Other Hazards
1. Never attach, or allow children to attach the following items to your swing set: Ropes, jump
ropes, clotheslines, pet leashes or any similar type of item to your swing set. Any item such as
these may present a strangulation hazard.
2. Periodically inspect all nuts, bolts, set screws, clevis, and carabineer or “S” hooks. Make
certain that these are functionally safe and secure. If you have any doubt as to the safety and
security of any connector or fastener, replace it.
2a. You should periodically check the brass bushings in the swing hangers. Look for
excessive wear in the bushing and replace as necessary.
2b. If your playground has a tire swing: The tire swing knuckle should be lubricated
twice annually to prevent wear.
3. Never allow children to wear bicycle helmets when using playground equipment.
4. Remove drawstrings from hoodie’s and jackets. Remove attached mittens and gloves. These
can become entangled with the equipment and present the risk of strangulation or other
hazards.
5. Playground surfaces can become hot in the sun. Children should be required to wear shoes
and socks when using this or any playground equipment.
6. Check for and remove sharp points or edges in the playground equipment.
7. Remove tripping hazards from the playground area. Items such as exposed concrete
footings, tree stumps, rocks or any item that may be present in your space that a child could trip
over while playing should be removed.
8. Regularly check the play equipment and the surfacing surrounding it to be certain that both
are in good condition.
9. Parental Supervision is recommended. The best ingredient for a safe playground is good
parental supervision while the kids are using the equipment.
10. Remember to play safely, take turns, share with each other and have fun!

Residential Products
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Component Playgrounds works to build heavy duty products that will stand up to the heavy use of active
children. You can trust Component Playgrounds because of the way we design and build our products.
We make products that are simple to own, and easy to maintain. This adds up to the best value on
playground products that you can count on, and that kids will play on time after time.
Component Playgrounds warrants to the original purchaser/property owner that its’ residential grade
products are free from defect in materials and workmanship. This warranty is non-transferrable and will be
honored only after proper registration.
This warranty is not extended to cosmetic items such as scratches, dents, fading, discoloring, paint wear,
rust, weathering, or decorations. The warranty as stated is valid only if equipment is properly installed as
detailed in the installation instructions provided and is used in a normal and expected manner. Excessive
and or use above that which is normally expected may void the warranty. All parts are subject to normal
wear for the purpose of which they were designed.
When attached to the structure, plastic slides should not be lifted up from the bottom for any reason.
Cracks at the top of the slide that result from lifting the bottom of the slide will not be covered under the
terms of this warranty.
This warranty is void should the equipment be subject to vandalism, misuse, neglect, abuse, improper
installation, tampering, or accident. This equipment is not to be altered, or modified, by anyone other than
Component Playgrounds or its authorized agent. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from
flood, fire, catastrophe or other acts of nature.
To the extent permitted by law, Component Playgrounds shall not be liable for any direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages.
Should it be found that your product has parts that are defective within the warranty period, contact
Component Playgrounds. Unauthorized returns will be refused and returned to sender. Defective part(s)
must be photographed from a minimum of three different angles that clearly show the problem, and the
installation of the defective part by its self and in relation to the rest of the structure. After speaking with a
representative at Component Playgrounds: Return parts, freight prepaid, to the Component Playgrounds’
plant with proof of purchase for repair or replacement. Component Playgrounds will evaluate the part(s)
and the photographs and decide if the part(s) in question should be repaired or replaced. This warranty
does not cover costs related to removal, transportation and/or labor.
This equipment is rated as commercial grade for residential use and is intended to be used in a private
residential environment. This equipment may not meet all of the safety guidelines as described by the
CPSC as it relates to public use/commercial playground equipment. For more information on public or
commercial playgrounds, please visit www.cpsc.gov.
Component Playgrounds sales representatives or its agents are not authorized to modify or substitute
claims which are not part of this exclusive written warranty. This warranty is void if the product is in any
way modified from its original state, or if it is used for purposes other than the purpose for which it was
intended.
*For children with special needs who may spend many hours of the day swinging, we recommend our
heaviest swing set, the Arch Swing Model. This is the product for you!

Note: To ensure your warranty is activated, complete and
return this form within 10 days of installation.
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