HearthSong Sky Island Quick setup guide

Safety and Assembly
Instructions for the Sky Island
Item # 729972 Made in China exclusively for HearthSong. ©2014. HearthSong, Madison, VA 22727 [phone]
hearthsong.com
Please note: The Sky Island is intended solely for family and domestic
use, not for a commercial playground or daycare. Takes 20 minutes
for two adults to assemble. Maximum weight capacity: 400 lbs. For
ages 5 and up.
Hanging hardware not included. Place the Sky Island on level ground,
not less than 6 feet (1.8m) from any structure or obstruction such as a
fence, garage, house, overhanging branches, laundry lines, or electrical
wires. Ideally, the Sky Island should be hung over grass, sand, wood
chips, or other soft surfaces. Under no circumstances should it be
hung over concrete, asphalt, or other hard surfaces. Distance from
ground should not exceed 18". Two S hooks are attached to the rope
to allow for adjustment of the rope’s length. Children must not use the
Sky Island until it has been properly installed.
Please be sure to examine the ropes regularly to check for wear. Rope
will, in time, degrade. If the color of the rope has become pale, frays
easily, or gives off a powdery material when rubbed between the
fingers, we recommend you replace the rope. Equipment should be
hung in such a way that a distance of at least 6' is clear on either side.
Can be hung on an A-frame or swing set or on a tree limb of
a diameter of at least 10"-12".
1. Swing arrives in
eight sections with tools
for assembly.
2. To assemble, connect
the two halves of each
side together.
3. Once the two sides are
complete, place the open
ends of each side together
so they’re at an angle.
4. With two adults,
simultaneously join the
ends while aligning the
holes so that they “snap”
into place.
5. Attach the eight
included eyebolts
(already threaded
with rope).
WARNING!—Small parts for assembly by an adult.
!
Adult assembly and
installation required;
takes two adults about
20 minutes to assemble.

Clearance distance should be 6 feet around the swing.
A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury
to the equipment user.
Do not use the equipment until properly installed.
This swing is not to be used in any other manner other
than its intended use.
Adult supervision is required.
Adults should verify that the hanging ropes are secured
and cannot be looped back on the swing.
Do not use this equipment in a manner other than
intended.
It is important for adults to instruct children to:
• Dress appropriately while using the swing
(avoid ponchos, scarves, and other loose-fitting
clothing that is potentially hazardous).
• Instruct children when swinging alone to put their full
weight in the center of the swing.
• Warning! Please be sure children wear well-tting
footwear that fully encloses the foot when using this
swing. Clogs, flip-flops, and sandals are considered
inappropriate footwear.
It is important for adults to instruct children NOT to:
• Walk close to, in front of, behind, or between
moving items.
• Twist ropes or loop them over the top support bar since
such action may reduce the strength of the rope.
• Get off of the swing while it is in motion.
• Climb on the swing when it is wet.
• Attach additional items to the swing that might cause
a strangulation hazard.
• Wear a bicycle or sport helmet while on the swing.
• Teach children to avoid swinging empty seats.
Maintaining the Swing
At the beginning of each play season, adults should:
• Tighten all hardware.
• Check all protective coverings on pipes, edges, and
corners. Replace if they are loose, cracked, or missing.
• Check all moving parts including swing seat, ropes for
wear, rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
The hardware used for this swing (binding post, screw,
S hook, lock washer, flat washer, and metal ring) can be
found at a local hardware store.
• Check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint
using a non-lead-based paint meeting the requirements
of 16 CFR 1303.
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s
instructions.
• If the swing is hung from swing set frame, then lubricate
all metallic moving parts that are attached by a metal
connection.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9”).
Replace as needed.
Twice a month during play season, adults should:
• Tighten all hardware.
• Check all protective coverings on pipes, edges, and
corners. Replace if they are loose, cracked, or missing.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9”).
Replace as needed.
Once a month during play season, adults should:
• Check all moving parts including ropes for wear or other
deterioration. Replace as needed.
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s
instructions.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9”).
Replace as needed.
At the end of each play season or when the temperature
falls below 40°F, adults should:
• Remove the swing from its outdoor location.
• Store the swing in a dry environment.
• If the swing is hung from a tree branch, then rake and
check depth of loose-fill protective surfacing materials
(such as mulch or sand) to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth (minimum amount is 9”).
Replace as needed.
• To clean, spot clean.
Disposing of the Swing
To dispose of the swing, first disassemble it. Dispose of it
in such a way that no unreasonable hazards will exist at
the time that the swing is discarded.
This conforms to ASTM F1148, Consumer
Safety Performance Specification for Home
Playground Equipment.
Please retain these instructions for future use.
Ensuring Safety of the Swing