Gorilla Playsets Skyloft Add-On User manual

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All Rights Reserved
166 Etowah Industrial Court
Canton, GA 30114
www.gorillaplaysets.com
Skyloft Add-On*
Model: 1542
(BOXES: 1542 wood box,
1542 accessory box)
*playset sold separately
*51-3052*
51-3052 REV 3-10-2020
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!!READ BEFORE BEGINNING PLAYSET ASSEMBLY - EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!!
There will be deviations to the way your playset is constructed due to the addition of this 1542 Skyloft
Add On kit.If your playset has a 1525 Treehouse Add on Kit or a 1531 Fort Add On Kit make sure you
read through all of those manuals thoroughly before beginning assembly of the playset. The 1525
manual is usually found in the appendix of the playset manual. The 1531 manual is usually in the slide
box of the playset.
Shown on the cover of this manual is the 1542 Skyloft Add On kit with our Standard Wood Roof. Should
your playset include a 1525 Treehouse Kit or 1531 Fort Add On Kit then you will need to postpone
installation of those items until after the 1542 Skyloft Add On Kit is installed.
Construct the playset in the following way:
1) Assemble the playset wood roof up until the point that right side of the roof is installed. DO
NOT install roof boards on the left side of the roof. It is okay to install the roof starters on both
sides of the roof and the roof peak.
2) DO NOT install panel slats on the left side of the playset (swing beam side) where the Skyloft
ladder is shown on the cover of this manual. The panel slats for the left side wall of the playset
are installed by using this 1542 manual. All other panel slats on the remaining walls will be
installed using the main playset manual or the 1531 Fort Add On manual. Pay special attention
to this if you have that 1531 option since you will be “walling off” instead of “slating off” the
rear and the right wall of the playset.
3) When assembling the swing beam note that mounting the swing beam to the swing beam legs
will be different due to the extra Sub Bracket required by the 1542 Skyloft. See Steps 21-23 in
this 1542 manual to fasten the swing beam legs to the swing beam and to level the swing beam
assembly.
Once the 1542 Skyloft Add On kit has been completely installed go back and review the manuals for the
1525 Treehouse Add on Kit and the 1531 Fort Add on Kit if your playset came with those options. At
that point you should be able to install the 1525/1531 kits and go on to complete the playset.

Please inspect and inventory all parts immediately upon accepting delivery. Use the
inventory pages in the manual to make sure you have received all necessary parts.
The quickest method to get any parts that are missing or damaged is to use our “Quick
Response Center” located at:
www.gorillaplaysets.com/support
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER OR CONTACT THE RETAILER DIRECTLY.
THE RETAILER DOES NOT STOCK COMPONENTS.
PLEASE RETAIN ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP THEM IN A SAFE
PLACE WHERE YOU CAN REFER TO THEM AS NEEDED. CHECK FOR REVISED INSTRUC-
TIONS AT:
www.gorillaplaysets.com/manuals

GORILLA PLAYSETS WARRANTY –2020
Gorilla Playsets® (“Gorilla”) warrants its play sets to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under
normal use and conditions, for 10 years for above ground structural wood components and for one year for all
other components (e.g., swings, hardware, plastics, tarps, rope ladder, etc.).
Gorilla warrants all remaining products, including but not limited to its, Malibu Playhouse, Free Standing Swing Set,
Free Standing Tire Swing, See-Saw, Children’s Picnic Table with Umbrella, Play-Zee-Bo™, Cedar Toy Chest,
Interlocking Sandbox and spring riders to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use
and conditions, for a period of 1 year.
Cosmetic imperfections and natural tendencies of wood such as peeling, splintering, warping, seasonal checking
or cracking, knots or knot holes, etc. are normal characteristics of all outdoor wooden play equipment and are
not covered by this warranty. Checks or cracks in wood components that do not affect the intended function of
the part, piece or overall swing set are not covered under this warranty.
Wood rot or decay that develops because the product was installed in an area with poor drainage is not covered
under this warranty. Lumber that has been damaged by wood boring bees, or conditions that develop as a result of
faulty or improper installation of the product, are not covered by this warranty. Fading of stain, discoloration or
mold on any wood part or accessory is not covered by this warranty. Cracks in plastic components, surface rust on
hardware and chips on powder coated materials are not considered defects in material as long as they do not
affect the functionality or structural integrity of the part or component.
It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the swing set. This includes but is not limited to staining and sealing
the lumber as needed and regular inspection to be sure all hardware is tight. Instructions for proper
maintenance can be found on Gorilla’s website. Imperfections or conditions that develop because of a failure to
properly maintain the swing set are not covered by this warranty.
Gorilla will, at its discretion, replace any above ground part within the stated warranty period that is defective in
workmanship or materials. This decision is subject to verification of the defect, which, at Gorilla’s discretion, may
be accomplished by submitting photographs or by delivery of the defective part to Gorilla Playsets • 166 Etowah
Industrial Ct. • Canton, GA 30114 • 1-800-882-0272 Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM EST. Any warranty claim must
include proof of purchase, including the date of purchase. In addition, within the first 30 days from the date of
purchase, Gorilla will replace any parts discovered to be missing from or damaged in the original packaging.
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed and installed at a
residential, single-family dwelling. This warranty is void if the product is used in a commercial, institutional or
multi-family setting. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or (a) products that have been damaged
by acts of God and/or nature, negligence, misuse or accident; (b) products that have been modified or repaired
by unauthorized persons; (c) the cost of labor; or (d) the cost of shipping any replacement product or part.
GORILLA DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED, IMPLIED,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. GORILLA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. This
warranty is non-transferable and does not extend to the owners of the product subsequent to the original
purchaser. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so these restrictions may not be applicable to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

IMPORTANT SAFETY GUIDELINES
This product is recommended for use by children ages 3-11. This product is intended
for residential use only and not intended for use in any public setting. A safety surface
such as mulch or recycled tire should be used under the play set to prevent injury from
falls. Also a 6 foot safety zone should be used around the entire play set.
As with any home project, good judgment and respect for power tools will greatly
reduce the risk of injury. Gorilla recommends you follow all tool manufacturers’ safety
guidelines. Always wear eye protection and safety gloves to prevent injury. In several
phases of construction two people may be required for lifting and securing of lumber.
While the play set is being constructed, please keep children off the equipment until the
project is complete. Bolts and screw heads should be checked regularly for tightness.
The ground ladder, rope ladder, slide, swings and other areas where children spend a
majority of their playtime should be checked more frequently.
Gorilla shall not be liable for incidental, indirect or consequential damages or
injuries that result from building and/or playing on our play sets. Adult supervision is
recommended anytime a play set is being used.
Parents should teach their children these safety rules in addition to the playset safety
rules when playing on the Sky Loft:
1) Do not climb over the railings of the Sky Loft onto the playset roof.
2) Do not climb over the railings, hang from the railings or sit on the railings.
3) Do not climb over the railings onto the swing beam.
4) Do not hang/attach: any rope, chain, banner, sign or any other item to Sky Loft.
5) Closed toe shoes must always be worn when playing on the Sky Loft.
6) No pets are allowed on the Sky Loft.
7) No loose items are allowed on the Sky Loft. Loose items could fall from the Sky
Loft onto the swing users.
8) Do not throw items from the Skyloft.
9) No helmets may be used on the Skyloft or on the playset.
10) Keep your hands, legs, feet and arms inside the Sky Loft always. Do not reach
out beyond the Skyloft walls to attempt to touch a swing user or to catch an object.
11) Flagsarenotremoveable,donotattempttoremovetheags.
12) Safety Handles should be used when entering/exiting the Sky Loft.
13) The maximum number of users of the Sky loft is 2.
14) This is not an exclusive list of safety rules, other safety rules are listed in the
main manual and accessory manuals for your playset.
WEIGHT LIMIT FOR SKY LOFT
•SKYLOFTPLATFORM:125LBS.TOTALWEIGHTONDECK.MAXIMUM#OFUSERS=2.
Gorilla recommends that the weight limits for all components must not be exceeded.
Failure to adhere to these and other safety guidelines could result in damage to the play
set and injury to the users.

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION
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Canton, GA 30114
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IMPORTANT –PLEASE READ
Congratulations! You have just purchase one of the finest residential wooden swing sets available today. As
with any wooden product that spends its entire life outside, in varying elements, it is important to know what to
expect with your new swing set so that your family can enjoy it for many years.
As your swing set acclimates to its new environment, natural characteristics of the wood can show in the form
of checks, or “cracks” in the lumber. In almost all cases this is normal and it will not affect the structural
integrity of your play set and is not covered under warranty.
KEEPING YOUR PLAYSET LIKE NEW
MUST DO’s
The following owner responsibilities are crucial to the safety, integrity and aesthetic appeal of your
swing set and may affect the warranty if not adhered to.
WITHIN 60 DAYS
• Check and tighten Hex Bolts/T-nuts, Carriage Bolts/Lock-nuts, and Lag Screws within the first 60 days and
then twice annually –once before each season and then once during the season.
WITHIN 90 DAYS
• Apply a sealant or semi-transparent stain with sealant within the first 90 days of owning the swing set. Our
own Stain/sealant is available online here: http://www.gorillaplaysets.com/Playground-Sealant-p/10-0003.htm
Oil based stain or water based stain may be used. Should you choose to use other stain we suggest asking
the product covering specialists at any number of specialty paint stores or home improvement centers for a
product that would work best for your local environment. ** TIP –while the set is new, take a small board from
to the store with you so they can color match the tint of the stain or sealant.
SEASONAL REMINDERS
•If your area experiences regular snowfall, remove your fabric tarp/canopy to avoid stretching, sagging or
tearing of the material. Store it inside, folded up, and it will be as good as new when winter is over.
•If your area experiences extremely cold temperatures, remove swing belts and other pliable features to
prolong the lifespan of these play activities.
OTHER TIPS
• Spray swing hangers with Pam, Mazola or olive oil to stop squeaking; do not use petroleum based products
such as WD-40 or motor oil.
• To repel yellow jackets and wasps, use a cotton ball and dab interior wooden corners
underneath the play set
deck with a liquid dish soap. Avoid using insecticides.
•To speed up the slide wipe the center of slide with wax paper every 2 - 3 weeks.
For additional safety and maintenance guidelines, please visit our website.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS
CUSTOMER MUST READ AND RETAIN
Please go to the following links and read important SAFETY information prior
to using your new play structure.
http://www.gorillaplaysets.com/Swing-Set-Safety-s/85.htm
https://www.gorillaplaysets.com/Maintenance-s/129.htm
http://www.gorillaplaysets.com/manuals.html (Click on your specific model)
http://www.gorillaplaysets.com/Warranty-s/82.htm
NOTE: Your children’s safety is our #1 concern. Observing the following statements
and warnings reduces the likelihood of serious injury. Please review these safety rules
regularly with your children.
WARNING:
Children must NOT use this play set until it has been
completely assembled and inspected by an adult to
ensure it has been properly installed.
Gorilla Playsets
190 Etowah Industrial Court
Canton, GA. 30114