landscape structures PlayBooster 100041 User manual

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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487, SECTION 9.)
PlayBooster
6-1-95
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Document #10972201
General Post/Tenderdeck Information
56" 32"
48" 40"
Concrete Footings - Refer to the Typical
Concrete Footing spec sheet for installation.
Deck Hanger Clamp Assembly - Refer to
the appropriate Deck Assembly spec sheet
for installation.“
Decks - Refer to your plan drawing for
heights and orientation. Refer to the appro-
priate deck spec sheet for installation.
Vertical Ladders - Refer to your plan draw-
ingforlocationsandtheVertical Ladder spec
sheet for installation.
Kick Plates - Refer to your plan drawing for
locations and the Kick Plate spec sheet for
installation.
Enclosures/ Components - Refer to your
plan drawing for locations and their respec-
tive spec sheets for installation.
Letter indicates post length as indicated on
your plan drawing.
Numberindicatesheightofdeckabovefin-
ished grade.
Dimension indicates center to center spac-
ing of concrete footings.
Enclosures or components are required on
any decks higher than 28" as indicated on
your plan drawing.
16"
Deck
40"
Deck
42"
1070 42" 1070
42"
1070
42"
1070

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Installation Instructions
BeforeStarting,ReadtheGeneralConstructionGuidelines,
Installation Hints, All Typical Detail Sheets and Specific In-
stallationInstructionsfor Each ComponentLabeledonYour
Plan.
1) Dig footing holes spaced as shown on the plan and spec sheets. Re-
fer to the Typical Concrete Footing Spec Sheet.
2) Note the post lengths as shown on the plan and set in their appropri-
ate footing holes. The post length is indicated on the finished grade
sticker on each post.
3) Mark the appropriate posts for the deck heights you are installing
and attach decks to posts at marked height. Refer to the appropriate
deck spec sheet for installation.
4) After all the posts are at proper heights and plumb, and the decks are
at proper height and level, pour the concrete footings per the Typical
Concrete Footing Spec Sheet.
5) Continue installing enclosures and components and pour concrete
footings as you progress, making sure everything is plumb and level.
6) When installation is complete, install Drive Rivets in all clamps per
the Typical Offset Hanger Clamp Spec Sheet.
7) Install protective surfacing under and around all equipment before
users are allowed to play on the structure.
PlayBooster General Post/Tenderdeck Information
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487.)
PlayBooster
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11002200
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Document #11002200
5" O.D.
Post
3/8" Tee Nut
3/8" x 1 1/8"
BHCS w/Pin
Tee Clamp Assembly 13
1/4" x 5/8" Drive
Rivet
5" O.D. Horizontal Beam
5" Half Clamp
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Parts List
Part# Description Qty
105327-01 5" Half Clamp, Specify Color .................................. 2
100198-00 3/8" x 1 1/8" BHCS w/Pin, SST ................................... 4
100351-00 3/8" Tee Nut, SST ........................................................ 4
100610-00 1/4" x 5/8" Drive Rivet, SST ....................................... 2
Specifications
Tee/Beam: 356 alloy treated to T-6 hardness and welded to 5"
aluminum beams or mechanically fastened to 5" steel
beams. Finish: Powdercoat, color specified.
HalfClamps: Cast aluminum. Finish: Powdercoat, color specified.
Fasteners: Primary fasteners shall be socketed and pinned
tamperproofindesign,stainless steel(SST)perASTM
F 879 unless otherwise indicated (see specific prod-
uct installation/specifications).
InstallationTime: Approx. 1/2man hour
Weight: 2 lbs.
PlayBooster Tee Clamp Assembly
Installation Instructions
1) Locate and mark center of clamp location on 5" pipe.
2) With beam in position, fasten 5" half clamps to tee clamp using 3/8" x
1 1/8" BHCS w/Pin and tee nuts as shown. Tighten cap screws evenly.
3) IMPORTANT: Install drive rivets in half clamps by drilling holes
in clamps and into 5" pipe using a 1/4" or "F"(only) drill bit. Insert
rivet in hole, and hammer rivet pin in until it is flush with head.
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487)
3-29-01
12194700
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Document #12194700
NOTE:
Surface mounting will not work in all
applications. Consult Landscape
Structures Inc. for your particular re-
quirements.
CONCRETE SLAB SPECS
•Base under slab to be 4" - 6" of sand
over a stable subgrade.
•Depth of concrete slab to be 4" - 6"
with a wire mesh support.
•Minimum of 7 days curing time full cure
after 30 days.
•Surface of concrete to be trowled
smooth and acid etched.
•Concrete: 3000 PSI (Min)
30 Days 3500 PSI
3/4Minus Crushed Rock
3/8" x 8" Square Steel
or Aluminum Plate
Continuously Welded
to Upright Post
Concrete Specs, Surface Mount
1-30-97 Document #12194700 replaces #10971000. Updated notes.
Concrete Surface
Upright
Post
(4)1/2"
Standard
Hex Nuts
DETAIL
6
1
/
2
"
165
8"
200
3/4"
19
3/4"
19 6 1/2"
165
8"
200 3/4"
19
(4)1/2" Flat
Washers
(4)1/2" x 2 3/4"
Expansion
Anchors
Upright
Post
NOTE:
Drill 3" deep hole using hammer drill
and 1/2"masonry bit. Tap anchors into
concreteandsecurewith1/2" standard
hex nuts and 1/2" flat washers.
3/4"
19
NOTE: Sufficient protec-
tive surfacing must cover
hardware to satisfy fall
heightrequirements.
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Document #12382100
114261Offset Hanger Clamp Assembly
PlayBooster
10-3-97
12382100
Offset Hanger
Clamp Assembly
The Offset Hanger Clamp allows
rails to be installed at same height
for special applications, like at 90o
to each other as shown, or when
there are clamp conflicts, offset
can be positioned upward.
NOTE: A drive rivet is not required in all
applications. See Drive Rivet Addendum
for a listing of components that do not re-
quire drive rivets.
1/4" x 5/8"
Drive Rivet
DETAIL
ASSEMBLED CLAMP
Typical
Post
Rails At
Same
Height
5" Half
Clamp
(2)3/8" x 1 1/8"
BHCS w/Pin
(2) 3/8" Tee Nuts
5/8" x 2 1/4"
BHCS w/Pin
Offset Hanger Clamp
NOTE:Positionwithoffsetfac-
ing down as shown. See De-
tailfor special applications. Rail
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487.)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Parts List
Part# Description Qty
100198-00 3/8" x 1 1/8" BHCS w/Pin, SST .................................... 2
100351-00 3/8" Tee Nut, SST ......................................................... 2
100610-00 1/4" x 5/8" Drive Rivet, AL/SST ................................... 1
105327-01 5" Half Clamp, Specify Color..................................... 1
113729-00 Offset Hanger Clamp, Specify Color ......................... 1
100203-00 5/8" x 2 1/4" BHCS w/Pin, SST .................................... 1
Specifications
Clamp: Cast aluminum. Finish: Powdercoat, color specified.
Fasteners: Primary fasteners shall be socketed and pinned
tamperproofindesign,stainless steel(SST)perASTM
F 879 unless otherwise indicated (see specific prod-
uct installation/specifications).
InstallationTime: Approx. 1/4man hour
Weight: 3 lbs.
Installation Instructions
1) Locate and mark position of clamp on 5" post.
2) Position clamp in proper direction and assemble with 3/8" x 1 1/8"
BHCS w/pin and 3/8" tee nuts as shown and lightly tighten. Position
rail against clamp and screw in 5/8" x 2 1/4" BHCS w/pin until rail
bottoms out on clamp. Final tighten all fasteners.
3) IMPORTANT: Drill through hole in 5" half clamp and into 5" post
with a 1/4" or "F" (only) drill bit, insert rivet in hole and hammer
rivet pin in until it is flush with head.
PlayBooster 114261 Offset Hanger Clamp Assembly
10-3-97 Document #123821-00 replaces #114666-00.Added Drive Rivet NOTE:
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Document #12984700
Drive Rivets
General Rules For Use Of Drive Rivets
Rivets are used as "Insurance" to keep clamps from sliding
down the posts. In many cases this "Insurance" is achieved
in other ways; i.e. Panels that attach to the deck face.
Refer to the Spec Sheet Parts List and follow Installation In-
structions for each component.
Decks and Overhead Events always need rivets.
Any component fastened to the Deck does not need rivets.
Benefits of not installing unnecessary rivets: saves time, it
makes clamp adjustments as well as the removal of clamps
for replacement or adding phases much easier, and you will
have fewer damaged clamps or posts due to poor installation
techniques.
•
•
•
•
Typical
PlayBooster
Post
Typical Aluminum
Half Clamp
Rivet Pin
Typical Steel
Half Clamp
Rivet Pin
IMPORTANT:
1/4" Hole
IMPORTANT:
1/4" Hole
Typical
PlayBooster
Post
1/4" x 3/8"
Drive Rivet
100611 INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE: Use Only Bit Size "F" or 1/4" Drill Bit.
After Play Component Assembly is Complete, Drill Hole into Post Through Half
Clamp, Insert Rivet in Hole, and Hammer Rivet Pin in Until it is Flush with Head.
1/4" x 5/8"
Drive Rivet
100610 ALUMINUM
CLAMPS
STEEL
CLAMPS
11-22-99 Document #12984700 replaces #10972900.Added general rules for use of drive rivets.
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487.)

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11-22-99
109729a
Drive Rivet Removal
2) Unbolt BHCS w/Pin and Tee Nuts from
Clamp Using Tamperproof Hex Wrench.
Remove Offset Hanger Clamp. LightlyTap
onHalf Clampwith HammerUntil Headof
Drive Rivet PullsAway From Half Clamp.
3) Pull Out Drive Rivet Using Claw End of
Hammer.
1) DriveCenterPinofRivetStraightintoPost
Using 1/8" Diameter Punch and Hammer.
Tools Needed:
•Claw Hammer
•1/8" Diameter Steel Punch
•Tamperproof Hex Wrench
Post
Post
Offset
Hanger
Clamp Half
Clamp
BHCS w/Pin
Tee Nut
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487)
8-25-00
10970900
4
Document #13237300
Minimum 1.2 Cubic Feet of Concrete Required per Support.
Concrete Footings, Components
Concrete
Crushed Rock
Subgrade
12"
300
20" Minimum*
510
34"
860
Typical Component Support
Loose Fill
Protective
Surfacing
*AnExample:
If you are using 12" of
loosefillmaterial,your
concrete footing will
be 22" deep.
8-25-00 Document #13237300 replaces #10970900. Added concrete footing note.
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Document #13412800
General Construction Guidelines Sheet 1 of 2
PlayBooster Installation
1) Before starting installation, study your PlayBooster plan drawing and all installation instructions carefully for
location of posts, deck heights, components and safety enclosures. Make sure slides are oriented away from the
afternoon sun and that the structure is visible (easily supervised) and accessible.
2) Clear an area large enough for your PlayBooster and at least the required minimum use zone around it, as
shown on your plan drawing. The subsurface must be well drained. If the soil does not drain naturally it must be
tiled or sloped at 1/8" to 1/4" per foot to a storm sewer or a "French Drain". If your PlayBooster is over 30' in
length it is recommended to install more than one "French Drain" or similar system to allow drainage from the
center of the play area and decrease the overall slope. If this is not possible, the structure may need to be
"stepped" to take up the grade change.
3) Overhead Obstructions: Overhead obstructions within the use zones of playground equipment that are not part
of the play structure (for example, tree limbs) shall be at least 84 in. (2130 mm) above each designated play
surface or 84 in. (2130 mm) above the pivot point of swings.All overhead utility line clearances above the use
zone areas shall comply with all local, state, and national codes, such as the National Electical Safety Code.
4) Locate all mainstructure post footing holes according to the dimensions shown on your PlayBooster plan. This
can be accomplished by laying a deck on the ground and measuring from it; by laying out a base line string grid
or using a builders transit. This step is very important and worth taking extra time to be precise. Location of
component footings such as slide supports can be done at a later time.
5) Refer to the Typical Concrete Footing installation sheet. Dig holes to the proper width and depth as shown.
(Only dig enough holes for one day's construction. Do not leave holes open over night.) Pour crushed rock in
each hole level with each other and at least 4" deep as shown. This can be easily accomplished either with a
builders transit or by laying out hole locations with a string grid, leveling the grid, and measuring down from
the grid for each footing. Tamp the crushed rock down until compacted and at proper level. This step is impor-
tant to ensure all posts will be at the proper height relative to each other, and it greatly simplifies installation. If
the soils are loose or unstable, larger diameter holes may be necessary. Check with a local engineer if in doubt.
6) Start with the lowest deck and work your way to the highest deck following instructions on the installation
sheets for typical post/deck assembly. Install barriers and roofs as located on the plan for stability.
7) After the posts are at proper heights and plumb, and the decks are at proper height and level, pour the concrete
footings per the Typical Concrete Footing Detail.
8) During construction, the site and all the material on it must be secured when unattended to prevent children
from playing on them. Do not leave decks with unprotected openings when unattended-use temporary barri-
cades if necessary.
9) Install all other play components per the installation instructions. After all components and enclosures are
properly attached, pour the remaining concrete footings per the Typical Concrete Footing Detail.
10) Install protective surfacing material.
11) Attach play hardware such as 'D' rings and swing seats last, after protective surfacing is in place and footings
have cured at least 3 days.
12) Carefully and thoroughly inspect the entire PlayBooster to be sure all fastening hardware is tight.According to
ASTM F1487, section 6.2 sharp points, edges and protrusions; any exposed bolt ends should not protrude
beyond the face of the nut more than two (2) threads. This condition is not planned, but may exist in some
applications because materials and finishes will vary. To remedy this situation, add a second nut or washer(s),
extras have been added to the spare parts kit. See illustrations on reverse side of this sheet. Children should not
be allowed on the structure until this inspection is complete.
13) Before children are allowed on the structure, the site must be cleaned and free of all construction debris and
packaging material. Do not burn on the site.
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487.)

PlayBooster
Tools Required
Tools required for installation are an auger, or other equipment for digging 14" diameter footing
holes; shovels, rubber mallet, drill (with 1/4", 7/16", 9/16", 11/16" and 3/8" drill bits), tape measure, hex
keys or allen wrenches, level, 3/8" socket set, hammer, open end wrench set, screw driver, for
surfacemount a hammer drill,3/8" and 1/2" masonry bits and transit or string line to aid in layout.
Some washable felt tip pens are also useful for marking clamp locations.
Materials Required
All PlayBooster materials are supplied except concrete for footings, protective surfacing mate-
rial, and curbing or edging material. With the exception of the special wrenches required (for the
pinned hex fasteners) no other tools are supplied.
Recycling
Many of our packaging materials can be recycled, please take the time to separate and deliver
them to a recycler. Thank You.
Installation Times
Installation times, as noted on the back of the installation sheets, are approximate and will
vary depending on soil conditions, installer's equipment and ability. Times indicated do not
include unloading or unpacking equipment. The man hours given are for one person installing
(unless otherwise noted). Cut time in half for two people.
Technical Services
If you have any questions or concerns about the installation of your structure, call our Technical
Services Department at: 1-800-328-0035 (7:30 - 5:30p.m. CST/M-F).
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More Than Two (2)
ThreadsExposed AddWashers Add AnotherNut
(AlignFlatArea)
Installation
Illustrations For Note 10, (Reverse Side Of This Sheet)
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CLIMBERS AND
HORIZONTAL
LADDERS
SWINGSPLATFORM
CLIMBERS
SLIDES
HIGHEST
PART
PIVOT
POINT
TOP OF GUARDRAIL OR HIGHEST
PLATFORM WITH BARRIER
HEIGHT OF
TAKEOFF
PLATFORM
1.) Determine the highest accessible part - by definition.
2.) Determine the type of surfacing material desired:
•Unitary - Bound rubber type materials for the accessible areas.
•Loose-fill - Sand, wood chips, etc. for non-accessible areas.
3.) Select a material that has a Critical Height value of at least the height of the highest accessible
part.
•According to the CPSC, Critical Height is defined as the maximum height from
which the instrumented metal headform, upon impact, yields both a peak decelera-
tion of no more than 200 G's and a HIC value of no more than 1,000 when tested in
accordance with the procedure described in the ASTM Test Method F1292.
•Request independent laboratory test results showing the critical height of each
product per the above procedures for commercially available products. The CPSC
has tested some common loose-fill materials that are commonly not tested as a
protective surfacing. (See back page.)
4.) Cover the designated use zone with the desired materials. If a different type of material is used for
the accessible route of travel, make sure the surfaces are maintained flush.
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Selecting Protective Surfacing for Your Playground
Document #13412800
Sheet 2 of 2
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487.)

Critical Heights
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Critical Heights (in Feet)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
NA = Not Available
NOTE: Compressed depths most accurately depict conditions on a playground.
Uncompressed Compressed
Depth Depth
Material 6" 9" 12" 9"
Wood Mulch ................................................ 7' 10' 11'............... 10'
Double Shredded Bark Mulch ...................... 6' 10' 11'................ 7'
Uniform Wood Chips ................................... 6' 7' 12'................ 6'
Fine Sand..................................................... 5' 5' 9'................ 5'
Coarse Sand................................................. 5' 5' 6'................ 4'
Fine Gravel .................................................. 6' 7' 10'................ 6'
Medium Gravel............................................ 5' 5' 6'................ 5'
An approximation of the maximum fall height from which a life-threatening
head injury would not be expected to occur, based on tests in which a headform
yielded both a peak deceleration of less than 200 G's and a HIC of less than
1000 upon impact.
Handbook for Public Playground Safety, published by the U.S. Consumer Prod-
ucts Safety Commission, Section 10, Table 2, page 21.
*
*
*
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SAFETY NOTE
Choose a protective surfacing material that
has a Critical Height Value of at least the
height of the Highest Accessible Part/Fall
Heightoftheadjacentequipment.(Ref.ASTM
F1487.)