FUNKY MONKEY BARS Floating Accessories Bar User manual

FLOATING ACCESSORIES BAR
(add on)
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Load Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
Assembly Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15
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SAFETY NOTICE
1. Any person handling or using the Funky Monkey Bars® products must follow the instructions as described
in this document. The person in charge of assembling and using the equipment must ensure that the
recommendations for use given in this document are seen by all users.
2. Only use the Funky Monkey Bars® after they have been fully assembled and after checking that the
fittings are tightened properly (refer to page 4 - Correct Tightening Method).
3. DO NOT install your Funky Monkey Bars® over concrete, asphalt, packed earth, wood decking or any
other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury or death.
4. Inspect all grub screws, bolts and nuts at the beginning of each play session to ensure your Funky Monkey
Bars® are tight and secure.
5. Ensure all tubes are fully inserted into fittings until you hear the magic “CLUNK” sound.
6. Ensure your Funky Monkey Bars® are properly secure at ALL times. Pegs are in place and inserted fully into
the ground.
7. DO NOT exceed the maximum load/weight limit as recommended by Funky Monkey Bars®.
8. Children should be supervised by an adult at all times.
9. Installing a gym/crash mat under the fall zone area of your Funky Monkey Bars® would be recommended
for children learning this new skill. This will reduce the chance of injury and build the child’s confidence
while they build strength and master the skill.
10. Ensure you have thoroughly read your assembly and installation instructions and viewed our on-line
installation videos at https://www.funkymonkeybars.com/blogs/installation-maintenance-videos
11. DO NOT climb, sit or stand on top of the monkey bar (horizontal ladder) section.
12. DO NOT jump from the top of any section of the monkey bar.
13. DO NOT use your Funky Monkey Bars® when wet as the steel will be slippery.
14. DO NOT attach items to your frame that are not designed specifically to be used with Funky Monkey
Bars®. Especially lower quality products that have not been approved by Funky Monkey Bars®.
15. Ensure the height of your Funky Monkey Bars® (horizontal ladder) are set at a level that is age appropriate.
16. DO NOT install your Funky Monkey Bars® over or near objects that could interfere with users in an unsafe
way. Maintain a clear area around your Funky Monkey Bars®.
17. DO NOT use your Funky Monkey Bars® while under the influence of drugs and alcohol.
18. Wear clothing free of drawstrings, hooks, loops or anything that could get caught while using your Funky
Monkey Bars® and result in entanglement and/or strangulation.
WARNING
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ASSEMBLY MANUAL BEFORE
YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR FLOATING FLYING FOX.
WARNINGS

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Assembly requires 2 adults. Heavy items ! Work on flat level surface.
ASSEMBLY
1. Keep small children away from the Funky Monkey Bars® when assembling the Floating Accessories Bar.
2. Do not attempt to use the Funky Monkey Bars® or the Floating Accessories Bar until it is completely
assembled and every fitting is tight and secured.
3. Installation typically takes 1-2 hours to complete. Two people are recommended for assembly.
4. Ensure all fittings are tightened to the correct tightening method as described on page 4.
5. Assembly should be carried out on clean, dry, level surface.
Please refer to the video section on the Funky Monkey Bars® website for more handy tips and assembly
instructions at http://www.funkymonkeybars.com/pages/videos
LOCATION
1. A safe fall zone around your Funky Monkey Bars® is essential. A minimum distance of 1.5m to 2m (5 ft to
6.5ft) is recommended around the elevated hanging points of your Funky Monkey Bars®.
2. Place your Funky Monkey Bars® on level ground, away from any structure or obstruction such as a fence,
garage, house, overhanging branches, laundry lines or electrical wires and remove any obstructions
beneath your Funky Monkey Bars®.
3. Ensure your Funky Monkey Bars® are positioned away from retaining walls, pool fences, structures and
other play equipment. Maintain a clear space around the whole perimeter of your Funky Monkey Bars®.
4. Place your Funky Monkey Bars® on the most level surface available.
MAINTENANCE
1. At the beginning of each heavy play session we recommend the following maintenance processes be
performed on your Funky Monkey Bars®:
• Tighten all bolts, grub screws and applicable hardware (as per page 4)
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts as per instructions (flying fox, swing hooks etc)
• Check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges and corners. Replace if they are loose,
cracked or missing.
• Check all moving parts including swing seats, shackles, snap hooks, chains and trolleys for wear,
rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
2. Twice a month during play season we would recommend the following maintenance processes be
performed on your Funky Monkey Bars®:
• Tighten all connections and hardware
• Check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges and corners. Replace if they are loose,
cracked or missing.
3. Once a month during play season we would recommend the following maintenance processes be
performed on your Funky Monkey Bars®:
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts as per instructions (flying fox, swing hooks etc). If swings start
to squeak then lubricate swing hooks.
• Check all moving parts including swing seats, ropes, chains and trolleys for wear, rust, or other
deterioration. Replace as needed.
• Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of any warning labels.
For additional information concerning your Funky Monkey Bars®, please contact our customer service team
or check our website for any important updates. Phone: [phone] or www.funkymonkeybars.com

LOAD RATING
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QUALITY & INDEPENDENT TESTING
At Funky Monkey Bars® we take the quality of our designs and safety very seriously. All Funky Monkey Bars® frames
go through a stringent, independent structural testing process prior to being made available for release to our
customers.
Our frames are designed within the parameters of the Australian Standard for Playground Equipment AS4685.1:2014.
The structural integrity of our frames has been tested for performance through a combination of engineering
calculations and physical testing. The tests have been performed by independent, certified structural engineers in
accordance with Australian Standard for Playground Equipment AS4685.1:2014 and European Standards
EN1176-1:2008.
The independent testing conducted on The Floating Flying Fox certified the frame to a load rating of 130kgs or 1
user.
- The maximum number of users for the Floating Flying Fox is noted as 1 user.
WITNESSED BY:
MODEL
APPROVED BY:
69.5
1
USER LOAD
(KG)
LOAD TESTING CERTIFICATION
NUMBER
OF USERS
DATE :
COMMENTS:
DATE OF TEST LOAD RATING
(KG)
130
DATE :
I hereby confirm all testing was undertaken in accordance with Physical Testing of Structural Integrity
requirements of AS 4685.1: 2014 App C / EN 1176-1:2008° except where noted below;
Floating Accessories BarMay 2018
May 2018 May 2018
Funky Monkey Bars® Independent Engineer

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All tubes must be fully inserted
until contact is made with
adjoining tube.
CORRECT INSERTION INTO FITTINGS
CORRECT TIGHTENING METHOD OF GRUB SCREWS
Gap. No gap.
CLUNK
2. Using other end of the allen key do one
full 360 degree turn as a minimum,
use muscles!
ASSEMBLY TIPS
1. With long end of allen key, hand
tighten grub screw as much as possible.

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FIXING TYPICAL ORIENTATION
Unless otherwise stated all grub
screws and fittings should face
downwards and outwards. This will
reduce weathering damage, help with
assembly and ease of maintenance.
Check assembly is 100%
level, square & straight.
PLAN VIEW
SIDE VIEW
IT IS CRITICAL YOUR MAIN FRAME IS 100% SQUARE AND LEVEL
If your frame is not straight or level remove pegs, loosen
grub screws, re-adjust re-tighten and re-peg the frame.
ASSEMBLY TIPS (continued)
INSTALLATION ON A SLOPE
If your frame is being installed on a slope ensure the monkey
ladder bar is level. Either install at different heights on the legs
or dig down at one end until level.

4x
Extension Tube/
Brace Tube
1x
Accessories Tube
TUBES
50Dia. x 600mm
50Dia. x 2950mm
1x
8mm Allen key
(included)
1x
Soft Hammer
(not included)
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
FITTINGS
1x
Spirit Level
(not included)
1x
Tape Measure
(not included)
INVENTORY
4x
Swivel Brace
D-173
2x
Long Short Tee
D-101L
2x
Extra Long Tee
D-104L
COMPONENTS
2x
Plastic End Cap
One of the best things about Funky Monkey Bars® is the ability to add new equipment and
accessories as your child and family grows. You can swap or add accessories to your existing
frame, or add extra frames that will give you more versatility to attach equipment. Check out
what we’ve got in store now at...
WWW.FUNKYMONKEYBARS.COM

(Short tees A & B may need to be
temporarily removed if the
monkey ladder
needs to be higher)
A
B
90
Ladder side
Swing side
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It is critical that your frame is level and square prior to installing your Floating
Accessories Bar. Please check dimensions as per below and realign frame if necessary.
Inside leg
Inside leg
Ensure frame is fully pegged down.
NOTE: The Floating Accessories Bar can be assembled on either side of the frame. Funky Monkey Bars® recommends
positioning the Floating Accessories Bar on the opposite side to the monkey bar ladder
for improved structural integrity and ease of assembly.
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FLOATING ACCESSORIES BAR RECOMMENDED POSITION
1
PRECHECK
2
2950mm
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The Orangutan model shown for demonstration purposes.

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4
Remove pegs x4
Remove pegs from base plates
on selected floating accessories
bar side.
Loosen elbow grub screws
connecting swing legs to swing
bar on same side.
REMOVE PEGS & LOOSEN ELBOWS
Loosen elbow grub screws.
Swing leg.
Swing bar.
1. Tap end caps into extension tube ends.
2. Insert extension tubes half way into extra long
tees and fully tighten all grub screws. 2x Extra Long Tee D104L
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION TUBES & TIGHTEN
3
2x
Extension Tube
50Dia x 600mm
2x End Cap
= =
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1. Lay swing legs on the ground.
2. Remove leg elbows x2.
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5REMOVE SWING LEGS & ELBOWS
1. Slide swivel braces onto lowered legs
ensuring the grub screws are facing the
base plate, leave hand tight for later
adjustment.
2. Attach extension tube. Ensure inserted
leg (A) hits extension tube (B). Firmly
tighten grub screws & repeat both sides.
Leave swivel brace (C) loose on leg.
Grub screw facing downwards.
2x Extension Tube from step 3.
A
B
C
2x Swivel Brace D173
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CONNECT EXTENSION TUBES TO EXISTING LEGS x2
6
Lowered leg assembly
from step 3.
A
A
B
B
C
C

1. Space swing hooks (not included) if applicable along accessories tube
as determined by your additional purchased components.
NOTE:
The number of swing hooks may vary according to the individual components
you are adding to the accessories bar. Swing hooks are supplied with accessories.
Refer to individual components for maximum load on accessories bar.
2. Slide swivel braces onto accessories tube.
3. Slide long short tees onto assembled legs
from step 6. Insert the accessories tube into the
long short tees and make sure the tube is butted up
100% to the extension tube as per detail below.
4. After hearing the clunk sound firmly tighten grub
screws on long short tees. Leave swivel brace
loose for later adjustment.
7ASSEMBLE FLOATING ACCESSORIES FRAME
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Leave swivel brace loose.
Firmly tighten all extra long tee grub screws.
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2x Swivel Brace D173
2x Long Short Tee D101L
1x Accessories Tube
(Dia 50 x 2950mm)
Extension tube on
leg from step 6.
CLUNK
Accessories Tube
Extension Tube
Accessories Tube
Extension Tube
Swing Hooks if applicable
Not included.
(number and spacing will vary
with accessory)

A
B
C
D
X
Y
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Fit 2x 600mm brace tubes into position by
rotating and sliding swivel brace fittings.
ORDER OF STEPS:
1. Slide brace tubes into swivel braces (A) & (B).
2. Tighten grub screws on (A) & (B).
3. Slide (D) hard up against long short tee (X).
4. Tighten grub screw on (D)
4. Slide (C) towards extra long tee (Y).
5. Tighten grub screws on (C) whilst
pushing (C) towards (Y).
APPLY TO BOTH ENDS
CONNECT THE BRACE TUBES.
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8
2x Brace Tube
50Dia x 600mm.

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Ensure swing bar is fully engaged into extra long tee.
Swing Bar
Fully tighten extra long tee grub screws both ends.
LIFT FLOATING ACCESSORIES FRAME INTO POSITION.
CLUNK
With two people lift floating accessories frame assembly into
position and fully tighten grub screws on extra long tees.
Swing Bar

Hammer in pegs x 4.
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1. Check level and square.
2. Hammer in all removed pegs.
10 SECURE TO GROUND
11 FINAL CHECKS
1. Ensure extension tube is level.
(If not loosen grub screw (A) & (B)
and adjust by raising or lowering
lower swivel brace tube.)
2. Ensure all tubes are fully engaged
into the fittings and that all grub screws are facing
downwards and outwards and are tightened to
the correct standard as shown on page 4.
Extension Tube
A
B

1. Ensure frame is square and level.
2. Firmly tighten all grub screws and rung bolts.
12 ATTACH ANY ACCESSORIES (if applicable).
CHECK ALL GRUB SCREWS, NUTS AND BOLTS ARE FULLY TIGHTENED AS SPECIFIED.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
14
+ 360
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RELOAD TWIRLY WHIRLY BARS.
13 To reduce movement in your frame load your twirly whirly bars as
per original frame assembly instructions or refer to website at
www.funkymonkeybars.com/pages/videos
Reload Twirly Whirly bars - refer to step 13
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Funky Monkey Bars® Nest swing
and swing hooks shown.
Not included.
Attach any new accessories in desired position
(if applicable)and tighten swing hook bolts
with rachet.
Refer to individual accessory
assembly instructions for details.

For more information and assembly tips
please refer to our website video instruction section at
http://www.funkymonkeybars.com/pages/videos
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MAINTENANCE.
have fun
At the beginning of each heavy play session (especially a party) and twice a month during play season ensure;
1. Tighten all hardware - grub screws, nuts and bolts.
2. Pegs are in place and fully secure.
3. Lubricate all metallic moving parts (trolley and swing hooks.)
4. Ensure your frame is level and square.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

NOTES.
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