Creative Playthings NEWBURY User manual

NEWBURY
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
Please read the owner’s manual before the
assembly of 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 proceeding with the assembly
or use of your new Playset.
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.
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.
Creative Playthings®

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PLAYSET 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 chains because this will reduce the strength of the chains.
• Children should sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seats.
• Children should NOT be on the top surface of the swing beam.
• Children should NOT use the equipment in a manner other than intended.
• Children should NOT get off the equipment while it is in motion.
• 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 Glider.
• Do NOT allow more children on the Play Set than can simultaneously use all the swing stations at one time.
• Children MUST NEVER wear bicycle helmets while playing on the play-set.
Assembly Safety:
• Adult assembly required
• Face slide away from the sun.
• 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.
• 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.
Playset Dimensions:
• The Newbury gym has ground dimensions of 17' x 14'.
• The Newbury gym requires a level ground surface of 29' x 29' for a Safe Play Area
• Additional accessories may increase the size of the Safe Play Area.
• The maximum fall height for your play set is 87-1/2" as measured from the top of the Swing Beam.
Safe Play Area:
• The Safe Play Area refers to a zone extending 6' (2 meters) beyond the Playset on all sides, including the slide
and the space above the Playset. Because children may deliberately jump from a moving swing, the Safe Play
Area must be extended to 14' (4.27 meters) in front of and behind a swinging Accessory.
• The ground surface must be level. Installing your Playset 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 Playset 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.
Safe play area using
recommended ground cover.
Whichever is greater
Landscape Timbers 6' from
play structure.
6'
(2 M)
6'
(2 M)
6'
(2 M)
6'
(2 M)
14'
(4.27 M)
14'
(4.27 M)

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HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS
Hardware, Newbury
82 12002-206 Flat Washer 5/16"
70 12017-206 Lock Washer 5/16"
66 17001-105 Weld Nut 5/16"
26 12002-203 Flat Washer 8mm
26 12017-205 Lock Washer 1/4"
28 17001-104 Weld Nut 1/4"
4 17003-409 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1"
20 17003-609 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1-1/2"
2 17003-1609 Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4"
2 17119-1209 Truss Head Bolt 1/4 x 3"
8 17003-611 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 1-1/2"
12 17003-1211 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 3"
20 17003-1611 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 4"
26 17003-1811 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 4-1/2"
4 17003-2211 Hex Bolt 5/16 x 5-1/2"
60 17020-106 Screw #8 x 1-5/8"
61 17020-112 Screw #8 x 2"
28 17020-109 Screw #8 x 2-1/2"
38 17138-1025 T25 Deck Screw, #10 x 2-1/2"
We have packaged more hardware than is required
for assembly.
1/4 x 3" Truss Head Bolt
1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt
8mm Flat
Washer
#8 x 2-1/2" Screw
1/4 x 1-1/2" Lag Screw
1/4" Lock
Washer
1/4" Weld
Nut 5/16" Flat
Washer
5/16" Lock
Washer
5/16" Weld
Nut
#8 x 2" Screw
#10 x 2-1/2" T25 Screw
#8 x 1-5/8" Screw
1/4 x 1" Hex Bolt 1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt
5/16 x 3" Hex Bolt
5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt
5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt
5/16 x 5-1/2" Hex Bolt
5/16 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt
5/16 x 3" Lag Screw
5/16 x 3-1/2" Lag Screw
5/16 x 4-1/2" Lag Screw

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PRE ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
CREATIVE PLAYTHINGS PLAYSETS 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
preliminary 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 connection is tight. Check connec-
tions periodically for tightness during the life
of the Playset . Do not over tighten.
Incorrect Assembly:
During assembly or maintenance the bolt pro-
trudes 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:
• Pilot drill with the appropriate
diameter drill bit and then use
a 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 edges.
Lag Screw
Flat Washer

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PLAYSET VIEW
F
J
G
B A
N
K E
H C D
Y
AA
Q P
AC
W
AD AE
AH
AI
AF
AJ R
S
X

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COMPONENT VIEW
AA 2 35173-102 End Support 2 x 6 x 55"
AB* 2 35175-102 End Stringer 2 x 3 x 54-3/4"
AC 4 35274-102 Base Side 2 x 6 x 47"
AD 8 35275-102 Deck Board 5/4 x 6 x 46-5/8"
AE 1 35555-102 Platform Front 2 x 6 x 55"
AF 1 35556-102 Platform Back 2 x 6 x 55"
AG* 1 35550-102 Swing Mount 4 x 4 x 47-1/2"
AH 2 35554-102 Platform Side 2 x 6 x 47"
AI 1 40400-100 Climbing Rope
A 4 35245-102 Ladder Step 2 x 6 x 17"
B 1 35557-102 Front Tent Support 2 x 6 x 83-1/2"
C 1 35558-102 Back Tent Support 2 x 6 x 83-1/2"
D 1 35547-102 Safety Rail 2 x 4 x 55"
E 2 40607-102 Tent Post Assembly
F 4 40644-102 Post Assembly
G 1 40606-400 Tent, Green
H 3 14235-400 Tent Pipe 1-3/8" Dia. x 48-3/4"
I* 1 15133-400 Slide Mount
1 50557-250 Instr Pack, Newbury
1 50556-800 Hardware, Clayton
1 50562-120 Rock Screw Pack
1 50556-855 Newbury Add-In Pack
Component Part Identication:
Take inventory of all parts, making sure nothing is missing or
defective. If you nd that parts are missing or defective call
the Creative Playthings Customer Service Department at
1-800-598-4997.
NEWBURY BOX 1 - 63097-111
NEWBURY BOX 2 - 63097-121
NEWBURY BOX 3 - 63097-131
J 8 31682-102 Angle Brace 2 x 4 x 17-1/4"
K 1 32753-102 Rope Bottom Supp 5/4 x 4 x 15-3/4"
L* 1 33978-102 Ladder Slat 5/4 x 4 x 18-3/4"
M* 1 35177-102 Inner Stringer 2 x 3 x 55"
N 10 35202-102 Wall Slat 5/4 x 6 x 29-1/2"
O* 2 35205-102 Entrance Slat 5/4 x 6 x 29-1/2"
P 4 35246-102 Rock Board 5/4 x 6 x 27-1/4"
Q 1 35247-102 Rope Board 5/4 x 6 x 27-1/4"
R 4 35248-102 Spacer Board 5/4 x 6 x 27-1/4"
S 1 35249-102 Top Rock Board 5/4 x 6 x 27-1/4"
T* 2 35276-102 End Deck Board 5/4 x 4 x 41-1/8"
U* 1 35279-102 Narr. Deck Board 5/4 x 4 x 46-5/8"
V* 1 35551-102 Access Lad Rail Left 2 x 4 x 55"
W 1 35552-102 Access Lad Rail Right 2 x 4 x 55"
X 2 35553-102 Angled Rail 2 x 4 x 55-3/4"
Y 1 50277-100 Rock Pack (12), Green
Z* 2 15034-100 Plastic Hand Grip, Yellow
Other Parts
AJ 1 8515-202 8 Ft. Wave Slide, Green
1 63080-101 Classic Pine 3 Position Swing Beam
1 AA934-204 2 Swings, 1 Trapeze
* = Not visible in illustration on Page 6

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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 manufacturer.
• 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 Playset nish will vary
depending on weather climate.
• As a safety precaution, check all hardware, such as nuts and bolts, 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.
• The wood parts of your Playset should never be disposed of by burning.
• Dispose of all parts so as not to create a hazard.
• "Check all coverings for bolts and sharp edges and replace when required."
• "Check swing seats, chains, ropes, and other means of of attachments for evidence of deterioration". Replace through
Creative Playthings Customer Service.
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", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" Drill Bits (High Speed)
• Screwdriver or driver drill (Medium Phillips & T25 Torx)
• 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 – Insert Weld Nuts:
Locate the four Post Assemblies (F). Lay them out side-by-
side facing the same direction with the screws facing up.
Insert 5/16" Weld Nuts into the holes as shown at right. Two
posts get Weld Nuts in the left side holes and two posts get
Weld Nuts on the right.
STEP 2 – Flip Posts:
Roll the posts over so the Weld Nuts on the wide surface
face down and the Weld Nuts on the narrower surface face
inward.
STEP 3 – Climber End Assembly:
Select two Posts with opposing Weld Nuts and lay them out
roughly 50" apart as shown at lower right. Fasten one End
Support (AA) to the Posts near the bottom using four 5/16 x
4" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
A Hex Bolt Assembly consists of one Hex Bolt, one Lock
Washer, one Flat Washer and one Weld Nut.
Fasten the Platform Front (AE) to the Posts near the
middle using two 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Use the top holes at each end of the Plat-
form End. Make sure the other holes
in the Platform End are
aligned as shown.
Fasten the Front Tent
Support (B) to the
Posts near the top us-
ing four 5/16 x 4" Hex
Bolt Assemblies. The
large holes for the Tent Pipes
should face the ground. Make
sure the other holes near the center are
aligned as shown; closer to the top of the
board.
No Weld Nut
No Bolt
F
B
AE
AA
These holes
close to top
Before starting assembly, unfold the tent and lay it at in a warm place.

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STEP 5 – Supports to Back Frame:
Turn over the Swing End Assembly. Fasten one Side
Support (AC) to each side of the Swing End Assembly
near the bottom using two 5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt As-
semblies each as shown.
Fasten two Platform Sides
(AH) near the middle of the
Assembly using two 5/16 x
4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies
each. Be sure to orient the
board so the central holes
are nearer the bottom of the
gym when assembled.
AC
AC
AH
AH
STEP 4 – Swing End Assembly:
Select the remaining two Posts with opposing Weld Nuts
and lay them out roughly 50" apart as shown at right. Fasten
one End Support (AA) to the Posts near the bottom using
four 5/16 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
A Hex Bolt Assembly consists of one Hex Bolt,
one Lock Washer, one Flat Washer and one
Weld Nut.
Fasten the Platform Back (AF) to the
Posts near the middle
using two 5/16 x 4" Hex
Bolt Assemblies. Use
the top holes at each
end of the Platform
End. Make sure the
other holes in the Plat-
form End are aligned as
shown.
Fasten the Front Tent Support (C) to
the Posts near the top using four 5/16 x 4"
Hex Bolt Assemblies. The large holes for the Tent
Pipes should face the ground. Make sure the other
holes near the center are aligned as shown; closer to
the top of the board.
No Bolt
C
AF
AA
These holes align
Fasten two remaining Side Supports
(AC) to the Swing End Assembly near the
top using two 5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assem-
blies each.
These holes
close to top

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STEP 6 – Front Gym End Assembly:
With the help of others stand up the assembly from Step 4. Stand
up the remaining Gym End Assembly and fasten the Platform
Sides to the Gym End Assembly using four 5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex
Bolt Assemblies.
Continue securing the tower by fastening the top and bottom
supports using two 5/16 x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies for each.
STEP 7 – End Stringers:
Attach each End Stringer (AB) using two 5/16 x 5-1/2"
Hex Bolt Assemblies as shown. The Hex Bolt should
start from the outside of the Gym. Push each bolt
through a Lock Washer, a Flat Washer, then the bottom
hole in the Platform End and the Posts before passing
through the End Stringer. Make sure the bottom edges
of the Platform Ends and Stringers align. The holes in
the End Stringers are offset from the center of the
board; you may have to ip the board to achieve
proper alignment.
AB
M
STEP 8 – Inner Stringer:
Install the Inner Stringer (M) between the Platform
Sides. Attach the Platform Stringer using two 5/16 x
4-1/2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers as shown. Make
sure the bottom edge of the stringer aligns with the bot-
tom edge of the Platform Sides.

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STEP 10 – Angle Braces to Posts:
Position the Angle Braces with the angled
ends at against the Corner Posts nearest
to them. With a pencil, mark the position
where the holes in the Angle Braces rest
against the Corner Posts. At each mark
drill a 3/16" diameter x 2" deep pilot hole in
the Corner Posts. Fasten the Angle Braces
to the Corner Posts using one 5/16 x 3"
Lag Screw and Flat washer in each Angle
Brace.
Tighten all hardware securing the Angle
Braces.
STEP 11 – Platform Boards:
Lay out the eight Deck Boards (AD), two
End Deck Boards (T), and the Narrow
Deck Board (U) across the End and Inner
Stringers in the pattern shown at right.
Space the Boards evenly between the
Posts. The gap between the boards will
be approximately 1/4". Attach each Board
to the Stringers using one #8 x 2" Screw in
each hole.
UT T
AD AD AD AD AD AD AD AD
STEP 9 – Angle Braces to Platform
Supports:
Move the tower to it's nal position, if you
have not done so already. Check to make
sure the tower sits rmly on the ground.
With a level, make sure the supports are
level and the posts are plumb.
Fasten the eight Angle Braces (J) to the
Platform Supports in the positions shown
using 5/16 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Leave
the fasteners loose enough for the Angle
Braces to pivot. J

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 13 – End Tent Pipes & Tent:
Slide one tent Pipe (H) through the hem at one end of the
Tent (G).
Loosen the fasteners that secure the left end of the Front
Tent Support. Fit one end of the Tent Pipe into the large
socket in the Back Tent Support. Fit the other end of
the Pipe into the socket in the Front Tent Support.
Retighten the fasteners.
Drape the Tent over the center Tent Pipe. Slide
the nal Tent Pipe through the hem at the
other end of the Tent.
Loosen the fasteners that secure the right
end of the Front Tent Support. Fit one end
of the Tent Pipe into the socket in the Back
Tent Support. Fit the other end of the Pipe into
the socket in the Front Tent Support. Retighten
the fasteners.
Straighten the Tent.
Use a 1/8" diameter drill to bore a pilot hole up
through the bottom of a Tent Support and one
wall of the steel Tent Pipe, as shown. Secure the
Tent Pipe to the Tent Support using one #8 x 2-1/2" Screw.
Repeat with the three other ends of the Tent Pipes.
Drill a 1/8" diameter pilot hole through one side of a Tent
Post and one wall of the center Tent Pipe. Secure the Tent
Pipe to the Tent Post using one #8 x 1-5/8" Screw. Repeat
with the other Tent Post.
STEP 12 – Tent Posts & Center Pipe:
Fasten one Tent Post Assembly (E) to the back End Tent
Support using two 5/16 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown.
Slide one Tent Pipe (H) into the large hole at the top of the
Tent Post Assembly. Slide the Other Tent Post Assembly
over the opposite end of the pipe.
Fasten the Tent Post Assembly to the front End Tent Support
using two 5/16 x 3" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Make sure each
Tent Post is plumb before tightening the fasteners.
H
H
G
E
E
Loosen
fasteners
Front Tent
Support
If the Hex Bolt protrudes beyond the
Weld Nut use EXTRA Flat Washers
under the Lock Washer.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 16 – Rocks:
Fasten a Climbing Rock (Y) to each pair of holes in the Rock
Boards. Use 1/4 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolts, 1/4" Lock Washers, 8mm
Flat Washers and 1/4" Weld Nuts. Do not over-tighten the
fasteners. The bolt must seat completely into the Climbing
Rock, and not protrude more than a 1/8" past the end of the
weld nut. Protruding bolts can be a hazard to users, replace
any protruding bolts.
STEP 14 – Angled Rails:
Fasten the Access Ladder Brackets to the Angled Rails (X)
using 5/16 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies, as shown.
Fasten the Access Brackets and Angled Rails to the Plat-
form Front using 5/16 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies in the
positions shown at right.
STEP 15 – Rock Climber Boards:
Make sure the Angled Rails are square to
the gym, parallel to each other, and at the
same angle to the ground. Fasten the Rope
Board (Q) at the bottom of the Angled Rails
using one #10 x 2-1/2" T25 Screw in each
corner. Drill 1/8" diameter pilot holes for
each Screw.
Use two 1/4 x 4" Hex Bolt Assemblies to
fasten the Top Rock Board (S) to the Angled
Rails. Thread each Bolt through one 1/4"
Lock Washer, one 8mm Flat Washer, the
Top Rock Board, the Angled Rails and
into Weld Nuts inserted from below. Finish
securing the Top Rock Board to the Angled
Rails using two #10 x 2-1/2" T25 Screws.
Use 1/8" diameter pilot holes to ensure
that the screws do not split the Angled Rail.
Evenly space ve Spacer Boards (R) and
ve Rock Boards (P) between the Top
Rock Board and Rope Board. The gaps
will be approximately 3/8". Secure them
to the Angled Rails using four #10 x 2-1/2"
T25 Screws each. Use 1/8" diameter pilot
holes for all screws.
Slide side of the gym
Swing side of
the gym
S
X
3/8" gap typical
#10 x 2-1/2" T25 Screws
P
R
Q

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 17 – Rope Bottom Support:
Align the large hole in the Rope Bottom Support (K) with the
back of the large hole in the Rope Board. Fasten the Rope
Bottom Support to the Rope, Spacer and Rock Boards using
six #8 x 1-5/8" Screws.
STEP 19 – Mount Access Ladder:
Loosely fasten two Access Brackets to the inside of the Ac-
cess Ladder Rails using one 5/16" x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assem-
bly each, as shown.
Lean the Access Ladder in place. Center the ladder on
the side of the gym.
Mark the position of the holes in the Access Brack-
ets on the Platform Support. Check for obstructions
behind the board before drilling 3/8" diameter holes
through the support.
Fasten the Access Ladder Brackets to the platform
using 5/16 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies. Tighten all
hardware.
STEP 18 – Assemble Access Ladder:
Slide the Ladder Steps (A) into the slots cut into
the Left and Right Ladder Rails (V & W), as shown.
Make sure the lower corners on the sides of the
steps t even with the face of the Rails. Secure
each Step using four #8 x 2-1/2" Screws through
the holes provided.
Fasten the Ladder Slat (L) to the back of the Lad-
der Rails using four #8 x 2" Screws. Use a 1/8"
diameter drill to create a pilot hole for each screw.
Leave a gap of 2" between the top of the Step
and the bottom of the Ladder Slat.
A
V
L
W
K
Lower corner of
step ush with rail. 2"

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STEP 21 – Side & Back Wall Slats:
Evenly space six Wall Slats (N) between the swing side
Post Assemblies. Hold the Wall Slats 1/2" above the Deck
Boards. Fasten each Wall Slat to the back tent support and
the platform support using four #8 x 1-5/8" Screws. The gap
will be approximately 2-3/8" between slats.
STEP 22 – Climber Slats and Slide Slats:
Fasten two Wall Slats (N) to the climber side tent support
and platform support using four #8 x 1-5/8" Screws each as
shown. Leave a maximum of 3-1/4" between each Wall Slat
and the adjacent post. Hold the Slat 1/2" above the Deck
Boards.
Place two Entrance Slats (O) just less that 3-1/2"
from the Post Assemblies on either side of the
access ladder. Hold the Wall Slats 1/2" above
the Deck Boards. Fasten each Slat to the platform
support and the wall support using four #8 x 1-5/8"
Screws. The gap will be approximately 24-1/2"
between slats.
1/2" gap
below all
Slats
Parts omitted
for clarity.
Parts omitted
for clarity.
1/2" gap
below all
Slats
< 3-1/2" typical
2-3/8" typical
2-1/2" typical
Fasten two Wall Slats (N) to the slide side tent
support and platform support using four #8 x
1-5/8" Screws each as shown. Leave a maxi-
mum of 2-1/2" between each Wall Slat and the
adjacent post. Hold the Slat 1/2" above the
Deck Boards.
Climber
Side of the
Gym
3-1/4" typical
Swing side
of the gym
NN
O
N
AG
D
25"
STEP 20 – Swing Mount and Safety Rail:
Secure the Swing Mount (AG) to the Tent and Platform
Supports on the swing side of the gym using two 5/16 x
4-1/2" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Mark the swing side Posts 25" above the ground. Align the
top edge of the Safety Rail (D) with the marks. Drill 1/4"
diameter pilot holes into the posts and secure the Safety
Rail using two 5/16 x 3-1/2" Lag Screws and Flat Washers.

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STEP 23 – Hand Grips:
Fasten a Hand Grip (Z) to each Entrance Slat using two 1/4
x 1" Hex Bolt Assemblies.
Z
STEP 24 – Slide Mount:
Place the Slide Mount (I) tight against the front Platform
Support, centered on the opening for the slide. The beveled
edge of the Slide Mount should face the inside of the gym.
Secure the Slide Mount to the Platform Boards using four #8
x 2-1/2" Screws.
Drive the screws until the heads are ush with the top of the
Slide Mount. Do not over-tighten; over-tightening may cause
the points of the screws to protrude through the bottom of
the Platform Boards.
Important: Set the rails of the Rock Climber
into the ground so the Rope fastens as close
to the ground as possible.
Overhand
Knot
Figure 8
Knot
Parts omitted
for clarity.
AI
I
STEP 25 – Climbing Rope:
The Climbing Rope (AI) comes pre-knotted on approximate-
ly 12" centers. This is done to prevent the rope from sepa-
rating and it provides a better grip. Additional knots can be
added to shorten the rope. DO NOT MODIFY THE DESIGN
OF THIS ROPE. IF THE ROPE IS REPLACED, IT IS EX-
TREMELY IMPORTANT THAT YOU MAINTAIN THE SAME
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.
Insert the Climbing Rope (AI) though the hole in the Rope
Tent Support. Tie a gure eight knot at the end of the rope,
inside the gym. Leave at least 2" of rope beyond the end of
the knot.
Pre-stretch the rope before tieing the bottom end. The bottom
end of the Rope MUST pass through the hole in the Rope
Board and Rope Bottom Support. Pull the Rope through the
hole until it is tight and tie a knot in the end. A gure-eight
knot is preferred, but an overhand knot can be used in the
lower position.
Check the rope periodically to ensure that it has not loos-
ened. Tighten the rope when necessary.
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 YOUR CHILDREN.

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STEP 26 – Slide:
Position the Slide (AJ) onto the Slide Mount through the
opening prepared in earlier steps. Center the Slide in the
opening and pull it tight to the platform until it stops against
the edge of the platform. Make sure the holes in the Slide
are over the Slide Mount.
Ensure the Slide extends out perpendicular from the Playset.
Drill 5/16" holes through the Slide, Slide Mount, and Platform
Boards using the holes in the Slide as a guide. Fasten the
slide using one 1/4 x 3" Truss Head Bolt and one 1/4" Weld
Nut for each hole.
Note: Depending on the Slide, you may nd the holes you
drill encounter a framing member. If so, stop drilling after
piercing the Platform Board. Loosen the Platform Board
and insert the Weld Nuts from the underside. If desired, a
1" spade drill bit can be used to clear a space for the base of
the Weld Nut in the framing member. Re-attach the Platform
Board and continue attaching the Slide.
STEP 27 – Swing Beam & Swings:
Install the Swing Beam as instructed by the assembly guide
included with the Beam.
Hang the Swings and Ring Trapeze in the positions shown
at right.
U.S. safety standards require a minimum clearance of 8"
from the bottom of each Swing Accessory to the ground. U.K.
(& E.U.) safety standards require a minimum clearance of
350mm (13-3/4") between the bottom of each Swing Acces-
sory and the ground.
The height of each Swing Accessory is adjusted by using a
different link in the chain. Be sure to hang the Swings Ac-
cessories with ground clearance greater than or equal to the
safety standard for your region.
STEP 28 – Ground Stakes:
Hammer Ground Stakes next to the Beam Legs as shown.
Secure each stake with two #8 x 2-1/2" Screws through the
pre-drilled holes.
Note: Do NOT use concrete to set Ground Stakes. Pound a
metal spike or rod into the ground to start a hole in hard or
rocky ground.
AJ
Save all instruction sheets and receipts in case it becomes necessary to contact
Creative Playthings for warranty service and/or part replacement. The warranty
can be found in your Owner’s Manual.