LifeSpan Kids AMBER 3 User manual

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LK04 AMBER 3 DOUBLE
SWING OWNER’S MANUAL
-Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts, cords and the design of the product.
-For children ages 3-12 and must be used under adult supervision.
-SUFFOCATION HAZARD: be careful of small detachable parts that may be swallowed.
-Keep the packaging away from children and dispose of all packaging before use.
-This owner’s manual contains safety, assembly, use and maintenance instructions. Retain for future
reference.
-The product must be assembled by an adult who has read and understood these instructions.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PURPOSE
This product is intended for outdoor, domestic use only. It is not suitable for commercial or medical use.
Weight Limit: 80kg per apparatus
DANGER FOR CHILDREN
•WARNING! No eating while using the product
•This product may only be used with adult supervision at all times.
•The packaging material is not suitable for children due to choking and suffocation hazards.
RISK OF INJURIES
•Do not use the product if it is damaged or defective. If it is damaged or defective, please contact a
qualified technician.
•Check the product before each use. Defective parts must be changed immediately as they can
impair the function and the safety of the product.
•No more than one person per swing or per attachment.
•Use the product only on even and non-slipping surfaces. Never use it near water and keep sufficient
space around for safety.
PRODUCT DAMAGE
•Do not make alterations to the product. Only use original spare parts. Qualified technicians should
only carry out repairs – improper repairs can lead to danger for the user. Use this product only as
described in this manual.
•Protect the product against splashes, humidity, high temperature and direct sunlight.
ASSEMBLY ADVICE
•The assembly of the product must be done carefully and by an able-bodied adult. If in any doubt,
ask a technically qualified person.
•Before you start with the assembly, read the instructions carefully.
•Remove all packaging materials and lay down all parts on an open space. This gives you an
overview and simplifies the assembly procedure.
•Check with the parts list that all parts are available. Dispose of the packaging material when the
assembly is completed.
•Beware that when using tools or doing technical work, there is always a risk of injuries. Assemble
the product with care.
•Create a danger free environment; for example, do not let tools lay around the workspace. Store the
packaging material in a way that cannot cause any danger.
•After installing the product according to the instruction manual, ensure all screws, bolts and nuts are
correctly installed and tightened and that all joints are secure.
•Reasonable space must be kept between the product and possible sources of danger, such as
other equipment swimming pools and fences.
•The product must be assembled correctly before use.
•Place the product on a level surface at least 2 m from any structure or obstruction such as a fence,
garage or house.

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•No modifications are to be made to the original product.
•The product must always be used in a well-lit area.
•Do not place anything under the product.
•Use gloves during assembly and disassembly.
•Outdoor products should be equipped with a device that in strong wind conditions avoid
displacement due to wind (e.g. steel bars in the ground or loads like sand bag or water bags).
•In certain areas during winter, snow buildup and the low temperatures can damage the product. It is
recommended to remove snow buildup and to store the product indoor.
•We strongly recommend visual inspections every 3 months to insure the integrity of the entire
product. Replace any parts as necessary.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•The safety instructions of the product should always be considered and obeyed.
•Using the product may result in permanent injury such as paralysis, or even death. Falling off the
product may lead to injuries, particularly to the back, neck or head.
•No clothes with hooks or lose parts should be worn or carried during product usage in order to avoid
hooks getting caught and causing injury.
•Moving the product whilst assembled may affect the integrity of the frame. Should it be necessary to
move the product, please consider the following:
1.) Force to be evenly spaced around the frame to lift the product off the ground
2.) The product must be carried horizontally
3.) Use caution whilst moving as it could bend the product frame.
•Users should be familiar with the assembly manual. This manual contains assembly guidance;
selected precautionary measures as well as recommendations for servicing and maintenance of the
product, in order to ensure safe and fun usage.
•It is the responsibility of the owner or the supervisor to guarantee that all users of the product are
informed sufficiently of all warning references and safety instructions.
For the supervisor:
The supervisor’s role is to make sure users are aware of all safety precautions and that these precautions
are enforced. When a supervisor is not available, the product may be disassembled or covered to limit access.
•The product can be only used if it is in good condition, worn or damaged parts should be replaced.
•Objects, which could be dangerous to the user, should be away from the product
•Avoid unauthorized and unsupervised use of the product.
•Do not use the product under influence of alcohol or drugs (incl. medicines).
•Do not use the product or its attachments as a jumping platform.

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Consumer Information Sheet for Playground Surfacing Materials
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that about 100 000 playground equipment-
related injuries resulting from falls to the ground surface are treated annually in US hospital emergency rooms.
Injuries involving this hazard pattern tend to be among the most serious of all playground injuries, and have
the potential to be fatal, particularly when the injury is to the head. The surface under and around playground
equipment can be a major factor in determining the injury-causing potential of a fall. It is self-evident that a
fall on to a shock-absorbing surface is less likely to cause a serious injury than a fall onto a hard surface.
Playground equipment should never be placed on hard surfaces, such as concrete or asphalt, and while
grass may appear to be acceptable, it may quickly turn to hard-packed earth in areas of high traffic. Shredded
bark mulch, wood chips, tine sand or the gravel are considered to be acceptable shock absorbing surfaces
when installed and maintained at a sufficient depth under and around playground equipment.
Table B.1 lists the maximum height from which a child would not be expected to sustain a life-threatening
head injury in a fall on to four different loose-fill surfacing materials if they are Installed and maintained at
depths of 150 mm, 225 mm and 300 mm.
Table B.1: Fall height in millimetres from which a life-threatening head injury would not be expected
However, it should be recognised that all injuries due to falls cannot be prevented, no matter what surfacing
material is used.
It is recommended that a shock absorbing material extend a minimum of 1 800 mm in all directions from the
perimeter of stationary equipment such as climbing frames and slides. However, because children may
deliberately jump from a moving swing, the shock absorbing material should extend in the front and rear of a
swing a minimum distance of twice the height of the pivot point measured from a point directly beneath the
pivot on the supporting structure.
This information is intended to assist in comparing the relative shock-absorbing properties of various
materials. No particular material is recommended over another. However, each material is only effective
when properly maintained. Materials should be checked periodically and replenished to maintain correct
depth as determined necessary for the equipment in question. The choice of a material depends on the type
and height of the playground equipment, the availability of the material in a particular area, and its cost.
Type of Material Depth of surfacing material
150mm
225mm
300mm
Double Shredded Bark
Mulch
1800
3000
3300
Wood Chips
1800
2100
3600
Fine Sand
1500
1500
2700

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Components
Fixings

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-This product is to be used domestically in an outdoor family environment.
-This equipment may not be used for collective and/or public purposes (playgrounds, camp
grounds, schools, nursery schools, etc.)
-This item is designed for children ages 3 to 12 and must be used under adult supervision.
ASSEMBLY
Assembly must be performed by two adults.
During assembly, the short pieces of wood forming the base of the frame must be embedded 10 or 12 cm
(depending on the connectors) before being attached with the coach screws.
ANCHORING
- Anchoring is optional, but is recommended for additional stability
-Anchor kits are provided, cement is not supplied.
-Minimum 5 cm depth below ground level of concrete anchoring is needed.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Please keep for future reference
We recommend regular maintenance to be conducted at the beginning of each season as well as at regular
intervals during the usage session for your play equipment to ensure all main parts/fixings are tightly secured,
well-oiled and intact to avoid failure, injury or hazards.
It is of particular importance that this is followed at the beginning of each season as well as at regular intervals
during the usage season.
1. Check the accessories monthly as well as the play equipment’s structure in order to prevent falling
risks.
2. Check and retighten screws, bolts and all other hardware elements as necessary.
a. Do not over tighten to avoid damaging the thread or cracking the surrounding wood.
3. Check all coverings and bolts for sharp edges and replace when required.
4. Lubricate all moving metallic parts.
5. When signs of oxidation and / or rust appear on various metallic parts of your equipment, sand
rusted areas and tubular members and repaint using a non-lead based paint when required.
6. Where applicable: check swing seats, chains, ropes and other means of attachment for evidence of
deterioration.
7. Replace when required in accordance with the owner’s manual.
If your play structure is disassembled, be sure to clearly mark any attached metal plates to prevent accidents.
Check all bolt covers and sharp edges and replace them if necessary.
For longer accessory life, we suggest storing them during the winter.

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WOOD ADVICE
Our products are manufactured from premium timber. Great care is taking in selecting, machining and treating
the timber before it is sold to you.
1. Inspect wood parts monthly. The grain of the wood sometimes will lift in dry periods causing
splinters to appear. Light sanding may be necessary to maintain a safe environment. Treating your
Product with protection (sealant) after sanding will help prevent severe checking/splitting and other
weather damage.
2. We have applied a waterborne translucent stain to your unit. This is done for colour only. Once or
twice a year, depending on your climate conditions, you must apply some type of protection
(sealant) to the wood of your unit. Prior to the application of sealant, lightly sand any “rough” spots
on your set. Please note this is a requirement of your warranty.
Bear in mind that timber is a natural product and may experience changes throughout the course of its life. It
may:
•Develop openings/checks (gaps, slits, apertures, cracks) along the line of the grain.
•Fade as the timber reacts with sunlight.
Timber openings/checks occur due to the moisture content between internal and outer surfaces of the timber.
No two pieces of wood are exactly alike. Each piece has its own characteristics and personality and reacts
differently to climate changes. When any wood products is exposed to the elements, it develops 'wood
checks'. A check is the radial separation of the wood fibres running with the grain of the wood. These are
caused by the varying temperature and moisture conditions. A check does not affect the strength or durability
of the wood or structural integrity of the play set.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
•The swing frame must be securely attached.
•For safety reasons, the cement cubes must be poured 5cm below ground level, at the frame’s outer
angles.
•The swing frame must not be installed directly on cement, asphalt, or any other hard surface.
•Your swing frame must be attached on a flat horizontal surface with a minimum of 2m between it
and any structure or obstacle such as a fence, garage house, tree branches, cloths lines, or electric
cables.
USING THE EQUIPMENT
Each swing is limited to 80kg max weight and must be used by one child at a time.
For swing frames equipped with a slide, avoid direct sun exposure in order to prevent risks of burns and
ensure that the landing area is clear. To slide down the slide, children must be sitting with their feet forward.
During assembly and use, ensure that any splinters are removed.

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WARRANTY
AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW
Many of our products come with a guarantee or warranty from the manufacturer. In addition, they come
with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or
damage.
You are entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure. Full details of your consumer rights may be found at
www.consumerlaw.gov.au
Please visit our website to view our full warranty terms and conditions:
http://www.lifespankids.com.au/Warranty-Policy-Kids
Please send all warranty and support inquiries through our ticketing system via the email address:
[email protected].