KidsTale NL-32423 Reference guide

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COMMERCIAL PLAYGROUND SAFETY
GUIDELINES
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION
GENERAL USE INSTALLATION GUIDE
CUSTOMER GUIDE

Dear Valued KidsTale Customer,
Thank you for purchasing our KidsTale commercial play system. We appreciate the confidence
you have placed in our company, and we look forward to working together on this playground
project as well as those in the future.
The information that follows is your KidsTale Owner’s Manual & Assembly Instructions
Manual. We have designed this information specifically for the product you have purchased.
We recommend reading through the entire manual before you begin the installation and
keeping it in a convenient location for future reference.
The initial pages contain important information regarding the placement, installation, and
safety practices common to commercial play equipment. In addition, you will find a
recommended maintenance schedule, safety guidelines, warranty information, installation
instructions, and the site plan. Please read this information carefully, and apply these
guidelines to your specific situation.
We also recommend you review our warranty. It is one of the best in the industry, and we are
pleased to offer it to you. In the unlikely event you need to use it, however, the guidelines are
enclosed.
If you have any questions concerning your new play equipment, you may contact your regional
KidsTale representative directly, or feel free to contact our KidsTale customer service
department by phone at 855-880-0388 or email at [e-mail]. We invite you to
learn more about our company and our playground product line, KidsTale, on our website at
www.mykidstale.com.
Thank you again for the opportunity to serve you on this project. We are grateful for your
business and look forward to working with you on your future playground equipment projects!
Sincerely,
KidsTale

COMMERCIAL PLAYGROUND SAFETY GUIDELINES
When installing your playground, it is important to always consider the specific conditions of your
location. Becoming familiar with the safety guidelines set forth by the Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC) will help you in maximizing your play value, while enhancing your child’s safety.
We strongly recommend becoming knowledgeable of the playground safety guidelines set forth by the
CPSC prior to beginning the installation, as our play equipment is engineered and designed based on
the most current CPSC standards.
For information regarding public playground safety and your responsibilities as the owner, manager, or
installer of this equipment, we recommend you contact the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC) for the latest copy of the Public Playground Safety Handbook. You may obtain a copy of this
guidebook by contacting the CPSC at 800-638-2772, or www.cpsc.gov.
Safety Surfacing
The playground area, both around and underneath the structure, must be covered with impact
attenuating surfacing material to help reduce the risk of serious or life-threatening injuries from a fall
from the equipment. This surfacing material may be either a unitary or a loose-fill product; however, the
proper material, as well as the appropriate depth/thickness must be maintained in order to be effective.
This is determined by the critical height of the play equipment. The critical height for surfacing is to be
rated as specified by the CPSC, ASTM standard F-1487, and Canadian Standard CAN/CSA-Z-614.
Information on surfacing options and corresponding required depth/thickness can be found at
www.cpsc.gov.
The surfacing material used should have a critical height value of at least the height of the highest
designated play surface on the equipment. Surfaces such as asphalt, concrete, gravel, or sod are not
acceptable for use under playground equipment, or anywhere within the stated minimum area required.
In order to meet the safety standards, worn surfacing must be repaired in order to meet safety
standards. Concrete footing should never be exposed, and surface depth should comply with
installation instructions.
Use zones
The use zone for equipment should extend a minimum of 6’ in all directions from the perimeter of the
equipment. The use zones of two stationary pieces of playground equipment that are positioned
adjacent to each other may overlap of the adjacent designated play surfaces of each structure are no
more than 30” above the protective surface and the equipment is at least 6’ apart.
If adjacent designated play surfaces on either structure exceed a height of 30”, the minimum distance
between the structures should be 9’. Use zones of the play equipment, as well as the fall height of the
equipment, will be shown in the plan view drawing and must be adhered to for safety purposes.
Fall heights
Unless specified otherwise, the fall height of a piece of equipment is the distance between the highest
designated playing surface and the protective surfacing beneath it.

Review the entire KidsTale Owner’s Manual & Assembly Instruction Manual before beginning the
installation. KidsTale takes great pride and effort to ensure your equipment meets or exceeds all current
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
guidelines, and International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) standards in effect at
the time of your purchase.
Before you start
Contact local and regional authorities regarding any building codes or permit requirements before
beginning installation. In addition, it is recommended to contact your insurance carrier to insure your
playground area has adequate insurance coverage.
Storage considerations
When you receive your play equipment, we recommend it be installed as soon as possible. Equipment is
packaged to keep it safe and damage-free during shipment. However, the packaging material is not suited
for periods of extended time in an uncontrolled environment. Both moisture and heat generated inside the
plastic packaging may cause damage to the powder-coated finish if left for extended periods of time.
We recommend storing equipment in a controlled environment, such as a storage container or indoors. If
this is not possible, the packaging material should be removed from the equipment. In addition, large
roto-molded parts (panels, arch bridge panels, slide hoods, etc.) need to be stored flat to prevent warping.
Look below ground
Always arrange for your state’s 811 underground utility services to locate any buried utilities, which could
include the following: water, sewer, telecommunications, cable, electric, sprinklers, and drainage pipes.
This is a free service and knowing where underground utilities are located will determine if your site
location is suitable and can influence how your playground will be configured.
Look above ground
Overhead obstructions within the use zones of playground equipment that are not part of the play structure
(for example, tree limbs) should be at least 84 inches (7 feet) above each designated play surface and the
pivot point of swings.
All overhead utility or power line clearances above the use zone areas shall comply with all local, state,
and national codes, such as the National Electrical Safety Code.
At ground level
The playground location should be graded flat to create the safest area possible. Soil conditions and
ground slope will impact water drainage. You may desire to inquire with local contractors for
recommendations on grade and drainage concerns. Special installation considerations must be
implemented for sites that are not level.
Identify any additional structures in the area (trees, poles, walkways, fences, signs, etc.) to ensure the
placement of the playground in relation to these fixed structures meets all required clearances.
All asphalt, concrete, and other such debris must be removed from the site prior to installation.
SITE PREPARATION

Look outside the area
Identify hazards in the area that may require fencing or re-directed traffic patterns. It is recommended to
maintain safe distances from hazards, such as swimming pools, ponds, roads, drop-offs, etc. It is highly
recommended that children be a safe distance from such hazards, while still allowing for observation by
parents or teachers. If fences are used, they should conform to local building codes and/or ASTM
F-2049.
Conduct your inventory
Each instruction guide contains a packing list of all parts and hardware necessary for a successful
installation. An inventory of all parts, including hardware, should be conducted PRIOR to the
installation. This will insure that the components are accounted for as you get ready to start. If you have
any missing or damaged parts, please contact your sales representative IMMEDIATELY. KidsTale is not
responsible for parts discovered missing over 10 days after receipt of the shipment.
Preparing your site layout
The site plan and the footing diagram provide accurate measurements and markings for the playground
footprint. Use the dimensions shown between footings on the footing diagram to lay out the actual
footprint of the play structure. Locate any free-standing play equipment in the same manner, providing
the necessary clearance between the equipment as well as any fences, trees, etc.
If the site cannot be graded level, adjust the depth of footings to maintain a level footing base. If soil
conditions are loose or unstable, a larger diameter footing may be required.
After marking your footing locations, playground perimeter, and use zone perimeter, locate and set
center deck posts. Form center posts in concrete. Allow concrete to cure for at least 24 hours before
adding the additional posts and decks as outlined in the site plan. Once all decks are installed,
components such as slides, climbers, etc., can be connected per their respective assembly
instructions. Note that connecting components between decks, such as crawl tunnels and bone
bridges, should be installed concurrently with the decks to ensure an accurate fit.
Unless directed by installer, assemble the entire structure before pouring the rest of the concrete.
Concrete with a minimum psi of 2,500 must be used and should be mixed in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications. It is recommended to allow 48 hours for the final concrete to cure before
the playground is opened for use.
IMPORTANT: Never leave the installation site unattended without making sure that all fastening
hardware on all equipment is tight. Failure to do so may result in injury or equipment damage.
The installation areas should have clearly-marked warning signs indicating that the playground area is
a designated construction zone. Usage of the equipment at any stage of the installation process prior to
completion will attract unauthorized activity regardless of its actual state of readiness. After work
hours, it is recommended to surround the play area with portable safety fencing or caution tape and
signage to deter any trespassing onto the construction area. Even

during installation, children can gravitate to unattended equipment, thereby increasing safety risks.
Do not attach swing chains, exercise rings, or similar moving components until the entire
construction is complete and safety surfacing is in place.
In addition, never leave the job site unattended without making sure that all open holes are covered
with a material such as plywood. Rope off all unfinished equipment to keep the children away until
the build is complete.
It is recommended that you have a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) on site during
installation. Upon completion of the installation (including safety surfacing and all site amenities), the
playground should be audited by a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) providing
documentation indicating the playground is installed correctly and meets the guidelines set forth by
the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Tools required
With the tamper resistant hardware, the manufacturer provides a TORX-head tool
Tools normally required include the following:
Wheelbarrow (to mix concrete)
Power 3/8” drill (extension cord, if necessary)
String level, magnetic level, 4’ level
Standard tool kit- wrench set, Allen wrench set, tin snips, razor tool, etc.
Mallet
Shovels and rakes
Posthole digger / auger
Tape measure
WARNING LABELS
KidsTale provides warning labels that must be installed on vertical posts to comply with ASTM 1487,
which reads, “Warning: Installation over a hard surface such as concrete, asphalt or packed earth
may result in serious injury or death from falls.”
MANUFACTURER LABELS
KidsTale provides manufacturer labels in the installation kit. These labels must be installed to comply
with CPSIA Section 103A. A manufacturer label is required on each independent play unit.

KidsTale Warranty
KidsTale warrants to its original customer for as long as the original customer owns the product and
uses the product with normal use and installation in accordance with published specifications to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship.
This warranty does not cover damage from misuse, vandalism, modified parts, or damage such as dents,
scratches, fading/weathering, acts of God, and normal wear and tear.
Warranty claims must be filed within the applicable warranty period. Warranty replacement does not
include the cost of labor for part replacement. Replacement parts carry the applicable warranty from the
date of shipment of the replacement part.
One Hundred Year (100) Limited Warranty on aluminum and steel upright posts against structural
failure due to deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.
One Hundred Year (100) Limited Warranty on hardware against structural failure due to
deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.
One Hundred Year (100) Limited Warranty on post caps and clamps against structural failure due
to deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.
Fifteen Year (15) Limited Warranty on rails, rungs, rigid climbers, loops, and decks against
structural failure due to deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.
Fifteen Year (15) Limited Warranty on all HDPE and rotational molded plastic components against
structural failure due to materials, or workmanship.
Three Year (3) Limited Warranty on all blow molded plastics against structural failure due to
materials, or workmanship.
Five Year (5) Limited Warranty on cables and nets against premature wear due to natural
deterioration or manufacturing defects.
Five Year (5) Limited Warranty on moving parts against structural failure due to materials or
workmanship.
One Year (1) Limited Warranty on all materials and products not covered above against failure due
to materials or workmanship.
Warranty procedure: To make a warranty claim, submit your request in writing, including photographs of
defective equipment, and the original purchase invoice or invoice number to your KidsTale
representative.
We will review the information and communicate options with you. If the product is under warranty, we
will replace the defective part. KidsTale is not responsible for freight costs or labor costs to replace the
part. We reserve the right to inspect all products identified as defective, and photos of defective
equipment will be required to accompany warranty claims.

SUPERVISION GUIDELINES
Even playgrounds that are designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with safety guidelines
and standards can still present hazards to children in the absence of adequate supervision.
The goal of playground safety is to remove hazards and minimize injury while playing, but these risks
cannot be eliminated entirely. Because all playgrounds present some challenge, and children can be
expected to use equipment in unintended ways, injuries can occur.
It is the responsibility of a playground supervisor to understand the basics of playground safety.
Supervisors should be aware that the playground equipment is designed based on the most current
CPSC guidelines. For more information on playground guidelines, go the Consumer Product Safety
Commission’s website at www.cpsc.gov.
The following are some general guidelines to follow:
Direct children to age-appropriate activities, keeping in mind that not all playground equipment is
appropriate for all children who may use the playground. The range of users encompassed by this
CPSC specification is the 5th percentile 2-year-old through the 95th percentile 12-year-old. It is
important to recognize that preschool-age children require more attentive supervision on
playground equipment than older children.
Children should not wear loose clothing, hoods, drawstrings, or jewelry while on the playground
equipment. These items could pose a strangulation/entanglement hazard.
Make sure children are wearing proper footwear.
Check for and remove unsafe modifications that are not part of the design, especially ropes tied to
equipment, before letting children play.
Look out for dangerous horseplay, such as children throwing protective surface materials, jumping
from heights, etc.
Watch for and stop children from wandering away from the play area.
Check for properly maintained protective surfacing.
Prohibit use of playground while wet. Wet equipment will not provide the necessary traction and
gripping capability. Slips or falls may occur.
Observe play patterns to note possible hazardous play and overcrowding on playground equipment.
Loose-filled Surfacing:
Surfacing should be checked regularly to ensure it has not displaced significantly, particularly in areas
of the playground most subject to displacement (heavy traffic areas such as stair entry and slide exits).
Displaced loose-fill surfacing should be raked back into proper place so that a constant depth is
maintained throughout the playground area.

Routine maintenance for surfacing:
Activities in areas under swings and slide exits tend to displace surfacing quickly. Rake loose-fill
surfacing back in place to ensure proper depth/thickness.
Wet mulch compacts faster than dry, fluffy mulch. If pooling water is noticed regularly on mulch
surfacing, consider addressing drainage issues.
Most loose-fill surfacing that freezes solid no longer functions as protective surfacing. Even if the
first few inches are loose, the base layer may be frozen, and the impact attenuation of the surfacing
may be significantly reduced.
Contact your playground installer for more information about loose-fill safety surfacing or the
manufacturer of the surfacing for recommended maintenance and inspection requirements.
The attached list is a helpful guide in maintaining your playground. It is intended to address general
maintenance concerns to be performed on a periodic basis. It does not provide a complete safety
inspection of the playground equipment. It is recommended to have your playground inspected by a
Certified Playground Safety Inspector annually.

MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
A consistent and thorough maintenance plan for each playground and independent play unit is the
most effective way to keep your playground safe. Train the right people to oversee maintenance
schedules and conduct inspections. We recommend the playground safety course offered by the
National Recreation and Parks Association. With the successful completion of the course, a participant
will earn the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification, which is good for three years.
Maintenance
Maintenance reviews should be carried out in a systematic manner by trained personnel familiar with
the playground area, such as maintenance workers, playground supervisors, etc. Any damaged or
worn parts, or any other hazards identified during a review must be repaired or replaced before
allowing children to use the playground equipment.
The frequency of maintenance will be determined by several factors, such as the frequency of use,
number of children using each unit, age of children, age of equipment, the surrounding area, and
frequency and severity of inclement weather.
Maintaining your playground equipment as well as its surrounding area is essential to minimizing the
risk of injury to users, as well as maximizing your playground’s useful lifespan. We recommend the
following maintenance procedures be followed.
On a daily basis: A responsible individual should conduct a brief visual check for structural defects,
signs of vandalism, and litter of foreign matter that needs to be removed.
On a weekly basis: A responsible individual should complete the checklist on the following pages. Any
required repairs should be detailed on the separate maintenance report. Once the repairs are
completed, file the signed checklist and the record for future reference. A dated file and form should be
kept for each play structure at each location.
Inspection
Inspections should be carried out by a certified playground safety inspector (CPSI). Check with your
local area to find of if there are current regulations regarding playground inspections.
Audit
Audits are conducted at milestones in the life of your playground. An audit includes a full inspection as
well as a maintenance plan. Audits are recommended at the completion of the installation, a renovation
or major addition. Part of the audit will include a maintenance plan and an inspection schedule.

Records
All maintenance and signed inspection reports must be kept on file. The maintenance records support
your audit and action plan. The audit will continue to play a major role in the inspection and
maintenance program by measuring progress, recording actions taken, and recommendations made.
Other important information to keep on file includes: information about the manufacturer, sales
representative contact information, sales brochures, date of purchase, sales/purchase order receipt,
shipping information, renderings and drawings, bill of materials/packing list, installation instructions,
date of installation, installer contact information, and warranty information. A record of any accident or
injury reports should be retained on file as well.

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

Inground Mount Option Surface Mount Option
Footings:
Any components that require a footing (vertical post, slide foot, climbers, etc.) are set at a length to
accommodate 12” of surfacing material. If a different depth of surfacing will be used, modifications
need to be made (EXAMPLE: If only 8” of surfacing material will be used, posts or legs will either need
to be cut down 4” or footings will need to be dug 4” deeper).
When concrete is poured in footing, 4” needs to be left at the top to allow for backfill of sub-grade. Any
components that require a footing (vertical post, slide foot, climbers, etc.) are set at a length to
accommodate a specific deck height. If deck height is modified from standard, modifications need to be
made to the part (EXAMPLE: If a component is made for a 72” deck height, but is being used on a 68”
deck height, posts or legs will need to be cut down 4” -- plus any additional adjustments for surfacing as
described above).
Most climbers are now being manufactured for specific deck heights. (EXAMPLE: A coil climber is
now manufactured for a 24”, 36”, 48”, 60” and 72” deck height instead of only for a 72” deck height).
This will save installation time by eliminating the need to cut every climber down that is being installed
at a deck height less than 72”.
With the exception of the first central post, all equipment should be put together first and leveled
before concrete is poured in footings.
Concrete must have a minimum rating of 2,500 psi and must be mixed per manufacturer’s
recommendations. Allow concrete to cure for at least 48 hours before equipment usage! NOTE: One
80# bag of concrete yields approximately 0.60 cubic feet.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve you!

48"
60" 36"
24'10"
36'10"
SINGLE DRUM
TRANSFER STATION
TIMBER STUMP CLIMBER
GABLE BRANCH ROOF
SINGLE LEFT
TURN SECTIONAL
SLIDE
BONGO
SINGLE STRAIGHT
TIMBER SLIDE
DURAL SPINNER PANEL
PINE TREE
PINE TREE
SAFETY PANEL
WINDOW PANEL (ABOVE)
BENCH PANEL (BELOW)
ALPHABET PANEL (ABOVE)
STORE PANEL (BELOW)
6'
13'10''
25'10''
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Project Name:
24'10"x 13'10"x 12'
962 sq ft
18-22
2-12
36' 10" x 25' 10"
2073
Surface Area:
Weight:
Notes:
This play structure design
meets ADA accessibility
guidelines established in
ASTM-1487 and CPSC
guidelines. All playground equipment should be
installed over ADA
accessible safety surfacing Use Zone:
Structure Size:
Critical Fall Height:
Post Diameter:
Age Range:
Child Capacity:
Posts:
Decks:
Metal Rails:
Slides:
Climbers:
Panels:
Brown
Brown Green/Brown
None
Brown
Color Information:
LBS
60"
Green
5"
A QITELE COMPANY
www.mykidstale.com
855-880-0388
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Dealer:
NL-32423 WCH-191128-8-15
Drawing #: 29/11/2019
Date:
Roof: Brown/Green
42"
54"
6'

NL-32423
48"
60" 36"
24'10"
36'10"
6'
13'10''
25'10''
42"
54"
6'
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4
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15
16

13'10''
25'10''
NL-32423
24'10"
36'10"
18,9"
53,8"
76,9"
49,6"
23"
27,8"
3,8"
21,5"
26,5"12,3"
30,3"
20,4"
68,9"
22,4"
21,4"
48"
48"
127,6"
156,5"
169,2"
102,8"

M8 x 30
M8 Lock Nut
M8 x 60
90Degree Tube Clamp
2 Pairs
M8 Lock Nut
M8x30
M5x25
Tube Clamp(5” Post)
22 Pairs

Square Deck (PVC)
Number
Name
Model
Quantity
1
TAMPER RESISTANT
TORX-BOLT
M10x35
4 per Deck
2
FLAT WASHER
M10
8 per Deck
3
LOCK NUT
M10
4 per Deck
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Installation steps：
1: Confirm the location of each square
deck, as shown on the overhead drawing.
2: Align the square deck holes with each
of the post clamps.
3: Insert corresponding hardware and
tighten.
4: Level post and install concrete anchors
for surface mount or Redi Mix for in
ground mount.
1
2
2
3