Creative Playthings MANCHESTER User manual

ASSEMBLY MANUAL
Please read the owner’s manual before assembling your play set.
It provides additional information on the care and use of your play
set. You must carefully read the entire instruction manual before pro-
ceeding with the assembly or use of your new play set.
Creative Playthings takes great care to design its products with your
child’s safety in mind. However, only with careful supervision and
proper safety instructions, can you be assured of safe play time on
any product designed for children.
This product is intended for single family home/residential use
only and not intended for use in any public setting. Placement in
any public setting constitutes a misuse of this product.
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PLAY SET SAFETY
Observing the following statements & warnings reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal injury:
• Children should use equipment only in its intended manner.
• Children should not wear loose or stringed clothing while using playground equipment.
• Children should not play on equipment in wet weather conditions due to potentially slippery surfaces.
• Children should NOT walk too closely in front of, behind, or between moving swings and trapezes.
• Children should NOT swing empty swing seats.
• Children should NOT jump off swings and/or trapeze while they are in motion.
• Children should NOT twist swing chain because this will reduce the strength of the chain and connections.
• Children should sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seats.
• Do not allow children under age 7 to use monkey bars unless supported by an adult.
• Children should NOT be on the top surface of the monkey bars or swing beam.
• On-site adult supervision is required at all times for children of all ages.
• Until assembly is complete, DO NOT let your children use the play set.
• Never fasten anything not approved by Creative Playthings to your play set. Accessories or items not ap-
proved by Creative Playthings include; Dog runs, clothes lines, electrical devices, or bird feeders etc.
• Suspended ropes, chains, and cables must be secured at both ends.
• Suspended ropes, chains, and cables must not be capable of looping back on themselves.
• Do not allow more than 120 lbs. on Single occupancy swing accessories such as the Sling Swing and Trapeze.
• Do NOT allow more than 175 lbs. on multiple use swing accessories such as the Back-to-Back Plastic Horse,
and Wooden Lawn Swing Glider.
• Do NOT allow more children on the play set than can simultaneously use all the swing stations at one time.
• Children should NEVER wear bicycle helmets while playing on the play set.
Assembly Safety:
• Keep the work area clean and clear of obstructions.
• Children should stay out of the work area until the safe play area is cleared of obstacles, the play set has been
completely assembled, all hardware has been tightened and checked, and all tools have been picked up.
• Keep children off the play set until it has been completely assembled.
• Some parts of the assembly process may require help from another competent adult.
• Do not stand on the platform until the play set has been completely assembled, use a step ladder if you can
not reach high enough.
• Follow the manufacturers’ safety recommendations for the tools and equipment you use.
• Avoid assembling your play set in poor weather conditions.
• Wear proper clothing and safety equipment (safety glasses, boots, and gloves) while assembling your play set.
FOR SAFETY SAKE, PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND
CAUTION YOUR CHILDREN APPROPRIATELY.

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SAFE PLAY AREA
SELECTING THE CORRECT LOCATION FOR YOUR PLAY PRODUCT IS IMPORTANT FOR
YOUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY AND THE PRODUCT’S LONGEVITY.
Play Set Dimensions:
• The Manchester play set has ground dimensions of 8' x 14' (Swing Accessories not included).
• The Manchester play set requires a level ground surface of 20' x 26' for a Safe Play Area (Swing Accessories not included).
• Additional accessories may increase the size of the Safe Play Area.
• The maximum fall height for your Manchester is 87" as measured from the top of a 7' Swing Beam.
Safe Play Area:
• The Safe Play Area refers to a zone extending 6' beyond the play set on all sides, including the slide and the
space above the play set. Because children may deliberately jump from a moving swing, the Safe Play Area
must be extended to 14' in front of and behind a swinging Accessory. (18' for 9 foot Swing Beam).
• The ground surface must be level. Installing your play set on sloping ground can cause it to lean or “rack". This
leaning puts additional stress on all connections and joints and in time will cause those connections to loosen
and fail.
• The Safe Play Area must be free of all structures, landscaping, trees and branches, rocks, wires, and other
obstacles to safe play. Children can be seriously injured running, or swinging into these obstacles.
• Remove all tripping hazards from the Safe Play Area. Tripping hazards include; roots, stumps, rocks, landscap-
ing, sprinkler heads, railroad ties, plumbing and electrical connections.
• Do not install your play set over concrete, gravel, asphalt, packed earth, or any other hard surface. The follow-
ing is a list of recommended ground covers from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
RECOMMENDED GROUND COVER
Suggested Material Uncompressed Depth
Double Shredded Bark Mulch 9"
Uniform Wood Chips 12"
Fine Gravel 12"
Fine Sand 12"
• Any edging used to contain the ground cover must be beyond the Safe Play Area. (i.e.. Landscape Timbers)
A FALL ONTO A HARD SURFACE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
6' 6'
6'
14'
14'
WHICHEVER
IS GREATER
Safe play area using
recommended ground cover.
Landscape Timbers 6' from
play structure.

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HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY HARDWARE: (DRAWINGS NOT TO SCALE - ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE OF HARDWARE)
We have packaged more hardware
than is required for assembly.
Hex Bolt
Lag Screw
Truss Head Bolt
Screw
#8 x 2" T25 Deck Screw
Flat Washer
Lock Washer Weld Nut
Hole Cap
4 14161-400 Access Bracket Green
1 50507-701 1/4" Hardware Bag
3 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4"
24 12002-205 Flat Washer 1/4"
8 17036-601 Lag Screw 1/4 x 1-1/2"
15 17036-1601 Lag Screw 1/4 x 4"
3 17119-1209 Truss Head Bolt 1/4 x 3"
1 50507-702 5/16" Weld Nut Bag
83 17001-105 Weld Nut 5/16"
1 50507-703 5/16" Washer Bag
129 12002-206 Flat Washer 5/16"
83 12017-206 Lock Washer 5/16"
1 50507-704 5/16" Bolt Bag
4 17003-411 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 1"
26 17003-811 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 2"
13 17003-1411 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 3-1/2"
30 17003-1611 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 4"
5 17003-1811 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 4-1/2"
6 17003-2211 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 5-1/2"
1 50507-705 3/8" Hardware Bag
10 12002-207 Flat Washer 3/8"
12 12017-207 Lock Washer 3/8"
17 12002-208 Flat Washer 7/16"
12 17001-103 Weld Nut 3/8"
2 17003-1213 Hex Bolt 3/8 x 3"
4 17003-1613 Hex Bolt 3/8 x 4"
4 17003-2213 Hex Bolt 3/8 x 5-1/2"
17 17036-1803 Lag Screw 3/8 x 4 1/2"
1 50507-706 Misc. Screw Bag
13 17025-104 Screw #8 x 1-1/4"
13 17020-112 Screw #8 x 2"
4 17020-113 Wood Screw #10 x 2-1/2"
2 17020-110 Wood Screw #10 x 3"
22 17020-120 Wood Screw #10 x 4-1/2"
18 17120-902 Self-Drilling Screw #10 x 2-1/2"
1 50507-707 #8 x 1-5/8" Screw Bag
68 17020-106 Screw #8 x 1-5/8"
1 50507-709 Lag Screw Bag
27 17036-802 Lag Screw 5/16 x 2"
2 17036-1202 Lag Screw 5/16 x 3"
6 17036-1602 Lag Screw 5/16 x 4"
11 17036-1802 Lag Screw 5/16 x 4-1/2"
1 50507-710 Hole Cap Bag
134 15081-704 1" Hole Cap
17 15084-704 1-1/2" Hole Cap
1 50507-711 Rock Hardware Bag
30 12002-203 Flat Washer 8MM
30 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4"
30 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4"
30 17003-609 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1-1/2"
2 17036-801 Lag Screw 1/4 x 2"
2 12002-203 Flat Washer 8MM
1 50507-712 Deck Screw Bag
130 17020-112 Screw #8 x 2"
1 50507-120 Rock Climber Screws
94 17020-107 T25 Deck Screw #8 x 2"

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PRE ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
Lag Screw
Flat Washer
CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS PLAY SETS USE A FEW STANDARD CONNECTIONS.
BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH THESE CONNECTIONS WILL SIMPLIFY ASSEMBLY AND
INSURE A SAFER PLAY PRODUCT FOR YOUR CHILDREN.
Hex Bolt & Weld Nut Assembly Procedure:
Assembly Layout:
Align the holes in the parts to be fastened. Start prelimi-
nary tightening of bolt into weld nut by hand. Tighten each
bolt with a wrench until the lock washer is fully compressed
between the head of the bolt and the at washer.
Correct Assembly:
Bolt has been screwed securely into weld nut and the con-
nection is tight. Check connections periodically for tight-
ness during the life of the play set . Do not over tighten.
Incorrect Assembly:
During assembly or maintenance the bolt protrudes 1/8"
past the weld nut. Call customer service or replace the
bolt at a local hardware store. You may be overtightening
or using the wrong size bolt.
Failure to replace this bolt with a shorter one could
result in serious injury.
Typical Installation - Lag Screws:
• Tap the head of the Lag
Screw with a hammer to start
the threads into the wood and
then use a 9/16" socket to
tighten.
• DO NOT over tighten
Typical Installation - Wood Screws:
• Use an electric drill or screw gun to drive screws.
• Drill 1/8" pilot holes where required.
• We recommend that you lubricate the
threads of the screws with beeswax or
soap to ease installation and minimize
breaking screws.
• It is very important to make certain
that the tops of all screws are ush
with the surface of the wood and
there are no protruding sharp edg-
es.
All hardware on this set is specially coated for corrosion resistance.
If non-Creative Playthings hardware is used, it MUST be galvanized
or stainless steel.

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PLAY SET VIEW
A
B
C
F
D
G
H I K L J
M
N
O
AI
X
W
U
Z
V
AA AB AC
AE
AF AD
AY
AG
AH
T
AK
AL
AJ
AN
AO
AQ
AR AP AU
AV

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COMPONENT PARTS
X 2 33538-102 Side Support 4 x 4 x 22-3/4"
Y* 1 35363-102 Platform Stringer 4 x 4 x 80-5/8"
Z 1 33544-102 Step Support 4 x 4 x 81-1/4"
AA 1 33549-102 Top Rock Board 5/4 x 6 x 43-3/4"
AB 1 33550-102 Top Spacer Board 5/4 x 6 x 41"
AC 6 33551-102 Rock Board 5/4 x 6 x 43-3/4"
AD 6 33552-102 Spacer Board 5/4 x 6 x 43-3/4"
AE 2 33557-102 Middle End Post 4 x 4 x 38-7/8"
AF 1 33558-102 Ladder Support 4 x 4 x 81-1/4"
AG 3 33559-102 Leg Addition 2 x 4 x 83-3/4"
AY 3 33607-102 Leg Addition 2 x 3 x 83-3/4"
AH 15 33541-102 Platform Board 5/4 x 6 x 60-1/2"
AZ* 1 35241-102 Narrow Plat. Board 5/4 x 4 x 60-1/2"
AI 2 33569-102 Entrance Post 4 x 4 x 59-1/4"
AJ 2 33570-102 Climber Post 4 x 4 x 59-1/4"
AK 4 31818-102 Roof Joist 2 x 3 x 15"
AL 2 33539-102 Platform End 2 x 6 x 58"
AM* 1 33543-102 Swing Mount 4 x 4 x 41"
AN 1 33555-102 End Support 2 x 6 x 70"
AO 1 33556-102 Rope End Support 2 x 6 x 70"
AP 1 33563-402 Ridge Cap Part A, 5/4 x 3-5/32 x 70"
AQ 1 33564-402 Ridge Cap Part B, 5/4 x 2-9/32 x 70"
AR 2 40540-402 Roof Panel
AS* 1 15133-400 Slide Mount, Green
63069-606 Manchester Box 6
AT* 1 45013-100 Tire Swivel
AU 1 Tire & Chain Assembly
63069-707 Manchester Box 7
AV 1 40541-400 Chain Cargo Net
A 1 33608-102 Ladder Slat 5/4 x 4 x 20"
B 13 32404-102 Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 31-1/2"
C 1 35361-102 Cargo Base Rail 4 x 4 x 82"
D 1 35362-102 Rock Base Rail 4 x 4 x 82"
E* 2 33542-102 Platform Cleat 2 x 4 x 80-5/8"
F 1 33571-102 Ladder Block 2 x 4 x 7-1/2"
G 2 40543-102 Beam Assembly
H 1 40542-100 Climbing Rope
1 50507-700 Hardware Pack, Manchester
I 1 50503-400 Climbing Rocks, Green 14 Pack
J 4 14091-400 Safety U-Bar
K 4 14179-400 Deluxe Hand Grip
L 1 33534-102 Rock Leg 4 x 4 x 94"
M 1 33535-102 Step Leg 4 x 4 x 94"
N 1 33553-102 Ladder Leg 4 x 4 x 94"
O 1 33573-102 Cargo Leg 4 x 4 x 94"
P* 1 33545-102 Left Rock Ledge 2 x 3 x 75-3/4"
Q* 1 33546-102 Right Rock Ledge 2 x 3 x 80-5/8"
R* 1 33547-102 Rock Stringer 2 x 3 x 80-5/8"
S* 1 33548-102 Rock Cleat 2 x 3 x 11"
T 2 33554-102 Wall Support 2 x 6 x 72-1/2"
U 2 14219-400 Cargo Support Ø1-3/4 x 46-1/2"
V 5 15132-400 Access Ladder Step, Green
W 5 40443-400 19" Steel Rung & Collar
AW* 1 15168-400 12' Rocket Slide, Green
Component Part Identication:
Take inventory of all parts, making sure nothing is missing or defec-
tive.
If you nd that parts are missing or defective call the Creative Play-
things Customer Service Department at 1-800-598-4997
* Not shown in illustration on Page 6
BOX 1 - 63069-601
BOX 3 - 63069-603
BOX 2 - 63069-602
4 - 63069-604BOX 5 - 63069-60567

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
YOUR CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS PLAY SET IS STAINED AT OUR FACTORY.
STAINING IS NOT NEEDED AT THE TIME OF INITIAL ASSEMBLY.
Re-staining Information:
• Pigmented, exterior, water repellent stains are recommended and will provide an excellent barrier against moisture
without hiding the natural wood grain or leaving a lm that may later crack or peel.
• We recommend that you apply stain according to the instructions and precautions recommended by the stain manufac-
turer.
• It should take three or more quarts to cover your set.
• Contact your local dealer or call Creative Playthings for our staining products.
• All rungs are pre-nished at the factory and do not require any nishing at the time of initial assembly.
• Do not paint, or varnish rungs or steps.
• Avoid using nishes that create slippery surfaces.
Maintenance:
• Wooden playground equipment will last for years with proper maintenance. Maintenance of the play set nish will
vary depending on weather climate.
• As a safety precaution, check all hardware for tightness twice a month during use and at the beginning of each play
season. Tighten as required and specied in these instructions. Do not over tighten.
• Check structure twice monthly during usage for any evidence of deterioration. If upon inspection, hardware has sharp
edges, rusted or structural pieces have signs of premature failure; replace them through Creative Playthings Customer
Service.
• Oil all metallic moving parts monthly during the usage season.
• The swings, trapeze, tent, rope ladders, and any other removable plastic accessories should be removed and taken
indoors when outside temperatures drop below 32° F (0° C).
• Wood will expand and contract as it adjusts to temperature changes and varying moisture conditions. Checks or cracks
are a natural characteristic of all wood and will not affect the strength or durability of the wooden components.
• To maintain the nish of your set, a light sanding and an application of an exterior stain will repair scratches and prevent
wood from aging prematurely.
• Finishes applied to ladder rungs must not create a slippery surface. Never varnish or paint! When renishing rungs,
sand lightly and use an exterior stain or boiled linseed oil.
• The wood parts of your play set should never be disposed of by burning.
• Dispose of all parts so as not to create a hazard.
Tools & Materials Suggested for Finishing & Assembly:
• Claw Hammer
• Carpenter’s Level
• Box Wrench or Sockets (7/16", 1/2", & 9/16")
• Electric Drill
• 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", and 7/16" Drill Bits
• Screwdriver (Medium Phillips)
• Locking Pliers
• 10 ft. Tape Measure
• Framing Square
• 6 ft. Step Ladder
• Beeswax or Soap (Used to lubricate screw threads)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1 — Bolt Beam:
Use sixteen 5/16 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies to bolt the two
Beam Assemblies (G) as shown at right.
A Hex Bolt Assembly consists of one Hex Bolt, one Lock
Washer, one Flat Washer and one Weld Nut.
STEP 2 — Platform Frame:
Layout the two Beam Assemblies and two Platform Ends (AL)
as shown. Fasten the Platform Beams to the Platform Ends
using 5/16 x 4-1/2" Lag Screws with 5/16 Flat Washers.
Be sure to cover the recessed holes with 1" hole caps; the
holes will be partially covered in future steps.
G
AL
T
N
L
D
AL
STEP 3 — Rock Leg Assembly:
Layout the Rock Leg (L) and the Ladder Leg (N) face-down
as shown. Fasten the Rock Base Rail (D) to the Legs using
two 3/8 x 4-1/2" Lag Screws and two 7/16" Flat Washers.
The Platform frame assembly can be used to help set the
leg spacing.
Note hole position
Rung holes on
inside edge
Note position
of holes

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STEP 4 — Side Supports:
Place one Side Support (X) as shown. Make sure the Legs
are parallel and square to the Base Rail. Pilot drill a 5/16"
diameter hole before fastening the Side Support to the Base
Rail using one 3/8 x 4-1/2" Lag Screw and one 7/16" Flat
Washer. The bottom corner of the Side Support should ex-
tend below the Base Rail the same distance that the Legs
extend below the base rail.
Fasten the Side Support to the Leg using one 3/8 x 4-1/2"
Lag Screw and one 7/16" Flat Washer. Pilot drill a 5/16" hole
for the Lag Screw.
STEP 5 — Cargo Leg Assembly:
Lay out the Step Leg (M) and the Cargo Leg (O) face-down
as shown. Fasten the Cargo Base Rail (C) to the Legs using
two 3/8 x 4-1/2" Lag Screws and two 7/16" Flat Washers.
The Platform frame assembly can be used to help set the
leg spacing.
M
C
O
X
STEP 6 — Side Supports:
Place one Side Support (X) as shown. Make sure the Legs
are parallel and square to the Base Rail. Pilot drill a 5/16"
diameter hole before fastening the Side Support to the Base
Rail using one 3/8 x 4-1/2" Lag Screw and one 7/16" Flat
Washer. The bottom corner of the Side Support should ex-
tend below the Base Rail the same distance that the Legs
extend below the base rail.
Fasten the Side Support to the Leg using one 3/8 x 4-1/2"
Lag Screw and one 7/16" Flat Washer. Pilot drill a 5/16" hole
for the Lag Screw.
Please note: one Lag Screw will be temporarily removed in
a future step.
X
This Lag Screw will be temporarily
removed in a future step.

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STEP 7 — Flip the Leg Assemblies:
In preparation for attaching the Leg Assemblies to the Plat-
form Assembly, ip the Leg Assemblies so that the Base
Rails rest on the ground.
STEP 8 — First Bolts:
Fasten the Leg Assemblies to the Platform As-
sembly using four 3/8 x 5-1/2" Hex Bolt Assem-
blies, as shown. The Bolt Assemblies should be
left loose enough for the joint to pivot during the
following steps.
Each Hex Bolt should pass through a Lock
Washer, a Flat Washer and then through the
second hole on the side of a Leg. After pass-
ing through the Leg, the Bolt should continue
through the lower end hole in a Platform Beam
nally threading into a Weld Nut.
STEP 9 — Raise One End:
Lift one end of the Platform Assembly to align
the upper hole on the outside of the Leg with
the upper hole on the Platform Beam.
Secure the Leg Assembly to the Platform As-
sembly using two 3/8 x 4" Hex Bolt Assem-
blies.

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STEP 10 — Raise the Other End:
Lift the other end of the Platform Assembly and swing the
base of the Leg Assembly in to align the upper hole on
the outside of the Leg with the upper hole on the Platform
Beam.
Secure the Leg Assembly to the Platform Assembly using
two 3/8 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Assure that the Gym is in the correct position before the
structure becomes too heavy to move.
STEP 11 — Corner Posts:
Fasten the two Entrance Posts (AI) and the two Climber
Posts (AJ) to the Platform Assembly as shown using one
5/16 x 5-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies in each lower hole and
one 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assembly in each upper hole.
STEP 12 — Wall Supports:
Fasten the Wall Supports (T) to the inside of the Corner
Posts as shown using four 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies
each. It may be necessary to lift the center of the structure to
make the attachments since the Legs tend to push the Posts
together until the structure is more secure.
AI
AJ
AJ
T

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 13 — Legs to Corner Posts:
Before fastening the Legs to the Corner Post, make sure
that the Corner Posts are plumb and the Platform Assembly
is level.
Drill a 5/16" diameter pilot hole into the Corner Posts through
the hole in the Legs, as shown. Fasten each Leg to a Corner
Post using one 3/8" x 4-1/2" Lag Screw and one 7/16" Flat
Washer.
Tighten all fasteners.
STEP 14 — Platform Stringer & Cleats:
Before installing the Platform Stringer,
insert a 5/16" Weld Nut into the hole
that will be used to secure the top of
the Step Support in Step 19.
Fasten the Platform Stringer (Y) to
the Platform Ends using two 5/16 x 4"
Lag Screws and two 5/16 Flat Wash-
ers. Make sure to align the angle cut at
one end of the Platform Stringer over the Weld Nut
above.
Fasten the Platform Cleats (E) to the Platform Ends
using two 5/16 x 4" Lag Screws and two 5/16 Flat
Washers each.
Cover the recessed holes in the Platform Ends with
1" hole caps; some holes will be partially covered in
future steps
STEP 15 — Swivel for Tire Swing (Optional):
Fasten the Swivel for the Tire Swing (AT) to the Platform
Stringer using two 3/8 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Angle cut end of the
Platform Stringer
E
Y
AT

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STEP 16 — Rungs and Ladder Support:
Fit the ve Rung Assemblies (W) into the ve holes on the
inside of the Ladder Leg. Push the Ladder Support (AF) over
the remaining ends of the Rung Assemblies and into place
as shown.
STEP 17 — Fasten Ladder Support & Rungs:
Fasten the top of the Ladder Support (AF) to the Platform
End using one 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assembly, as shown.
Drill a 1/4" diameter pilot hole through the bottom hole in the
Ladder Support and into the Base Rail. Fasten the Ladder
Support to the Base Rail using one 5/16 x 4-1/2" Lag Screw
and 5/16 Flat Washer.
From the underside of the ladder, nd the pre-drilled holes
in the wood, positioned at the end of each Rung. Secure the
Rungs using #10 x 2-1/2 Self-Drilling Screws through the
pre-drilled holes.
STEP 18 — Cargo Climber & Step Support:
Slide one Cargo Support (U) through the rings at each end
of the Chain Cargo Net (AV).
Push the ends of the Cargo Supports into the holes on the
inside face of the Cargo Leg. Push the Step Support (Z) onto
the opposite ends of the Cargo Supports as shown.
AF
W
AV
U
U
Z

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STEP 19 — Step Support & Steps:
Fasten the top of the Step Support (Z) to the Platform End
using one 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assembly, using the previously
inserted Weld Nut, as shown. Do not tighten completely; the
Center Support must move slightly to install the steps.
Loosen the Lag Screw holding the top of the adjacent Side
Support and swing it out of the way.
Slide the Access Ladder Steps (V) into the notches in the
Step Leg and Step Support. Secure the Steps using four #10
x 4-1/2" Screws each.
Drill a 1/4" diameter pilot hole through the bottom hole in the
Step Support and into the Base Rail. Fasten the Step Sup-
port to the Base Rail using one 5/16 x 5" Lag Screw and 5/16
Flat Washer.
Swing the Side support back into place and re-fasten it to
the Leg.
STEP 20 — Platform Boards:
Lay the 15 Platform Boards (AH) and 1 Narrow Platform
Board (AZ) across the length of the inner rail of the Beam
Assemblies. Make sure that the holes along the center lines
of the end boards rest above the Platform Ends. Fasten the
two end Platform Boards to the platform frame using seven
#8 x 1-5/8" screws each.
Evenly space the rest of the Platform Boards. The gaps will
be approximately 3/8". Fasten each Platform Board using
eight #8 x 2" Screws. Fasten the Narrow Platform Board us-
ing seven #8 x 2" Screws.
STEP 21 — End Supports:
Fasten the End Support (AN) to the outside of the Posts
above the Cargo Net using four 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assem-
blies. Make sure the unused hole is closer to the step end of
the End Support.
Fasten the Rope End Support (AO) to the outside of the Posts
above the Ladder using four 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Make sure the counter-bored hole is closer to the ladder end
of the End Support and the rope hole is above the end where
the rock wall is to be installed.
AN
AO
V
AZ
Align these holes
over Platform End
These holes
not used
Rope hole
Note hole
location

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STEP 22 — Right Rock Ledge:
Hold the Right Rock Ledge (Q) in place against the Ladder
Support. The the angled end of the Right Rock Ledge should
rest at against the Platform End and the back edge should
align with the back edge of the Ladder Support. Mark the
position of the holes in the Right Rock Ledge onto the Lad-
der Support.
Drill 3/16" diameter pilot holes 2" deep into the Ladder
Support at each mark. Fasten the Right Rock Ledge using
seven 1/4 x 4" Lag Screws and seven 1/4" washers.
STEP 23 — Left Rock Ledge:
Hold the Left Rock Ledge (P) in place against the Rock
Leg. The angled end of the Left Rock Ledge should rest at
against the underside of the Beam Assembly and the back
edge should align with the back edge of the Leg. Mark the
position of the holes in the Left Rock Ledge onto the Leg.
Drill 3/16" diameter pilot holes 2" deep into the Rock Leg at
each mark. Fasten the Left Rock Ledge using seven 1/4 x 4"
Lag Screws and seven 1/4" washers.
STEP 24 — Top Rock Board:
Place the Top Rock Board (AA) against the Left & Right
Rock Ledges snug up against the underside of the Beam
Assembly. Make sure the Top Rock Board is level and evenly
spaced between the Rock Leg and Ladder Support.
Fasten the Top Rock Board to the Rock Ledges using four
#8 x 2" T25 Deck Screws. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes
to prevent splitting the Rock Ledges. Be careful not to
drive the screws too deep; the tips of the Screws must
not protrude from the back side of the Ledges.
Before proceeding with the rest of the Rock Climbing Wall,
loosely tie one end of the Climbing Rope (H) through the
hole in the Rope Base Rail as shown. Dress the rope neatly
out of the way.
Q
P
AA
H
#8 x 2" T25 Deck Screw

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STEP 27 — Rock & Spacer Boards:
Locate the six Rock Boards (AC), and the six Spacer Boards
(AD).
Before proceeding, lay out the Rock and Spacer Boards
nearby, in the pattern shown at right. Note the most attrac-
tive sides and hole placements. Start with the Spacer Board
just below the Top Rock Board. Fasten the Boards to the
Ledges and Stringer using Six #8 x 2" T25 Deck Screws
each, leaving a 1/4" to 3/8" gap. The shaft of a 1/4" weld
nut can be used to gauge the gap. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot
holes to prevent splitting the supports. Be careful not to
drive the screws too deep; the tips of the Screws must
not protrude.
STEP 25 — Rock Stringer:
Slide the Rock Stringer (R) behind the center of the Top
Rock Board with the angled end at against the Platform
End. Center the Rock Stringer between the Rock Ledges.
Fasten the Stringer to the Platform End and the Rope Base
Rail using two #8 x 2" T25 Deck Screws as shown.
Fasten the Top Rock Board to the Rock Stringer using two
#8 x 2" T25 Deck Screws. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes
to prevent splitting the Rock Stringer. Be careful not to
drive the screws too deep; the tips of the Screws must
not protrude.
STEP 26 — Rock Cleat and Top Spacer Board:
Slide the Rock Cleat (S) up behind the end of the Top Rock
Board with the angled end at against the Platform End and
the side against the Beam Assembly. Fasten the Top Rock
Board to the Rock Cleat using two #8 x 2" T25 Deck Screws
as shown. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes to prevent split-
ting the Rock Cleat. Do not to drive the screws too deep.
Fasten the Top Spacer Board (AB) to the Rock Cleat, Rock
Stringer and Right Rock Ledge using two #8 x 2" T25 Deck
Screws each. Make sure the Top Spacer Board is centered
between the Beam Assembly and the Ladder Support. Leave
a gap of 1/4" to 3/8" between the Spacer Board and Rock
Board. The shaft of a 1/4" weld nut can be used to gauge
the gap. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes to prevent split-
ting the supports. Be careful not to drive the screws too
deep; the tips of the Screws must not protrude.
R
S
AB
AC
AD
#8 x 2"
T25 Deck Screws
#8 x 2"
T25 Deck Screws
#8 x 2"
T25 Deck Screws
The shaft of 1/4" weld
nuts can be used to
gauge the gaps.

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STEP 28 — Climbing Rocks:
Fasten two Climbing Rocks (I) to each Rock Board using two
1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolts, two 1/4" Lock Washers, two 8MM Flat
Washers and two 1/4" Weld Nuts for each Rock.
STEP 29 — Brackets to Middle End Posts:
Fasten two Access Brackets to one end of each Middle
End Posts (AE) using 5/16 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies as
shown.
STEP 30 — Install Middle End Posts:
Loosely fasten the top of the Middle End Posts to End Supports using one 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assembly each. Make sure the
Posts are vertical. Mark the position of the holes in the Access Brackets on the Platform Boards where they rest. If a hole
lands on a gap between boards, move the Post a short way.
Mark the position of the holes on the Platform Boards. Move the Posts out of the way and drill 3/8" holes through the Boards
at the marks. Fasten each Bracket to the Platform using 5/16 x 1" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Tighten all fasteners.
Drill 3/8" dia. holes
AE

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STEP 31 — Safety U-bars:
Fasten the four Safety U-Bars (J) to the inside of the Climber
Posts and Middle End Posts in the positions shown at right.
Use two 5/16 x 3-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies each.
STEP 32 — Hand Grips:
Hold one Hand Grip (K) against the Entrance Post
just above the where the Ladder Leg rests. Mark the
position of the holes in the Hand Grip on the Post.
Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes at the marks. Fasten
the Hand Grip to the Post using two 1/4 x 1-1/2" Lag
Screws with 1/4" Flat Washers.
Fasten another Hand Grip to the nearby Middle End
Post at the same height, using the same method.
Repeat using the two remaining Hand Grips at the
Ladder Entrance.
Note: if the Manchester Fun Deck add-on is to be in-
stalled, wait to install the Hand Grip nearest the Fun
Deck. The Hand Grip will interfere with Fun Deck in-
stallation.
STEP 33 — Roof Panels to Corner Posts:
Fasten one Roof Panel (AR) to the Corner Posts at one end
of the gym using two 5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Fasten the other Roof Panel to the Corner Posts at the other
end of the gym using two 5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assem-
blies.
Do not tighten the fasteners fully; the Roof Panels must pivot
into position on the next step.
Hint: if the t is tight, it will help to loosen the bolts fastening
the End Supports to the Posts. This will allow the Posts to be
pushed outward to slide the Roof Panel into place. Be sure
to refasten the bolts after the Roof is attached.
J
J
J
K
K
AR
K

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Ridge Cap Part B (AQ)
Ridge Cap Part A (AP)
STEP 34 — Roof Joists:
Swing the Roof Panels together to form the peak of the Roof.
Fasten each Roof Joist (AK) to each pair of adjoining rafters
a using two 5/16 x 2" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Hint: if the Roof Panels do not meet squarely, it may be
helpful to loosen the fasteners attaching the End Supports
and the Wall Supports to the Corner Posts. This will make
the structure more exible. Once all connections are made,
tighten all hardware.
STEP 35 — Assemble Ridge Cap:
Align Ridge Cap Part A (AP) overlapping Ridge Cap Part B
(AQ) as shown at right. Ensure that the ends of the Ridge
Cap parts align before fastening using #8 x 2" screws. Each
screw should pass through Ridge Cap Part A and into Ridge
Cap Part B. Leave the screw head ush to the surface of
Ridge Cap Part A.
STEP 36 — Fasten Ridge Cap to Roof:
Before putting the Ridge Cap in place, drill a series of 1/8" di-
ameter pilot holes through the top board of each roof panel.
The pilot holes should be at least 3" from the end of the roof
board and approximately 3/4" from the top edge. Space the
holes every 10 to 12 inches.
Put the Ridge Cap in place at the peak of the roof, as shown.
The ends of the Ridge Cap should be ush with the ends of
the roof.
From inside the Gym, fasten the Ridge Cap using #8 x 1-1/4"
screws, through the pilot holes and into the Ridge Cap
STEP 37 — Climbing Rope:
Insert the free end of the Climbing Rope (H) though the hole
in the End Rope Support. Tie a knot at the end of the rope,
inside the gym. Leave at least 2" of rope beyond the end of
the knot.
From behind the Rock Climbing Wall pull the bottom end of
the Rope taut. This end of the Climbing Rope was threaded
through the Rock Base Rail in an earlier step. Re-tie the knot
so the Rope remains taut.
WARNING: AT NO TIME SHOULD THE BOTTOM END
OF THE ROPE BE UNTIED OR LOOSE ENOUGH TO
FORM A LOOP. THIS PRESENTS EXTREME DANGER TO
CHILDREN.
AK