Mercia Garden Products 02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC Instruction manual

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General Instructions
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02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC
6x6 Pent Playhouse
In all instances for assistance with your product, please contact customer care on :
01636 821215 or [e-mail]
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
CAUTION
Wood is a natural product and can change post manufacture. So despite every eort being
made to ensure the material used are cut and machined to a clean and smooth nish, care
must be taken when handling the product and preparing for use by your child.
Any areas of concern, in the play areas, can be rubbed over with sandpaper to achieve a
smoother nish. Alternatively, call the customer service department who will be happy to
arrange replacement panels/parts.
WARNING
•ONLY SUITABLE FOR DOMESTIC USE.
• TO BE USED UNDER DIRECT SUPERVISION OF AN ADULT.
•THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE MODIFIED IN ANY WAY. ANY MODIFICATIONS SHOULD BE
DETERMINED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND CARRIED OUT ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
• DO NOT ALLOW YOUR CHILD TO PLAY WITH ANY COMPONENT PARTS PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY.
•MAX AGE OF 14 YEARS.
• THIS TOY IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
• USE A WATER BASED TREATMENT THAT IS EN71 TESTED
!
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens products
independently tested to EN71, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting this product.
x2 Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction
All buildings should be erected by
atleast two adults.
DO NOT ALLOW
CHILDREN TO ASSIST.
To prevent damage during
assembly, you MUST pilot
drill all screw holes and
ensure all screw heads are
countersunk.
For ease of assembly, you will
need a tape measure to check
dimensions of components.
WARNING: Only for domestic use
Not suitable for children under 36 months due to
small gaps and danger of falling from heights.
To be used under direct supervision of an adult
2mm Drill bit
12mm CSK
**Protim Aquatan T5 (621)**
Your building has been dip treated with Aquatan.
Aquatan is a water-based concentrate which is diluted with water, the building has been treated by the
correct application of Aquatan solution and then allowed to dry.
Aquatan is a decorative nish to colour the wood, which is applied industrially to timber fence panels and
garden buildings.
Aquatan undiluted contains: boric acid, sodium hydroxide 32% solution, aqueos mixture of sodium
dioctyl sulphosuccinat and alcohols: 2, 4, 6-trichlorophenol.
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed in the parts list provided.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Flathead screwdriver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer, Spirit level and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
- Ensure you have enough time to build the product to ensure the building is water tight.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to natural processes. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of hot weather
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Our buildings are pre treated with a water based treatment**; this only helps to prevent discolouration
whilst in stock. To validate your guarantee and ensure longevity of the product, it is ESSENTIAL the
building is treated with a suitable preservative in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
Care must be taken to ensure the product is placed on a suitable base.
We recommended using a suitable protection for your playhouse. As the product is destined for use by
children, a water based treatment for childrens toys is ESSENTIAL.
We also recommend treating the building prior to construction.
POSITIONING YOUR PLAYHOUSE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual treatment.
We recommend a minimum space of 2m around a playhouse, away from any structure or obstructions such as
fences, garages, houses, overhanging branches, washing lines or electrical wires.
It is recommended that the position of the Playhouse is not in direct sunlight.
Activity toys such as swings and slides for towers shall not be installed over concrete, asphalt or any hard
surface.
BUILDING A BASE
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion, checking with a spirit level. Refer to
diagrams for the base dimensions. The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the
building, i.e. The cladding should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the
oor be at least 25mm above the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
- Wooden base.

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Playhouse Options:
Take a look at the dierent playhouse options below which refers to the instruction
leaets required to build each option.
6x6 Pent Playhouse
SI-002-001-0072
6x6 Pent Playhouse & Tower
SI-002-001-0114
6x6 Pent Playhouse, Tower & Slide
SI-002-001-0115
6x6 Pent Playhouse, Tower, Slide & Swing
SI-002-001-0106
Model
02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC (Playhouse)
02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC (Playhouse)
02DTTWR0707-V1-PEFC (Tower)
02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC (Playhouse)
02DTTWR0707-V1-PEFC (Tower)
02PATINCSWA-V1-PEFC (Swing Set)
02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC (Playhouse)
02DTTWR0707-V1-PEFC (Tower)
6x6 Pent Playhouse
6x6 Pent Playhouse & Tower
6x6 Pent Playhouse, Tower & Slide
6x6 Pent Playhouse, Tower, Slide & Swing
Build Instructions Required

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02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 1808mm
Depth = 1761mm
Height = 1558mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 1760mm
Depth = 1668mm
Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
1!
Look for the symbols and follow the safety guidlines below.
Ensure screw heads
are subush and
sand down any
splinters created.
Ensure the screws are
xed squarely and do
not protrude.
12mm gap
surrounding the
door.
2! 3!
50kg
50kg per user
21 34
Door Panel QTY 1
AI-02S112SWSFD1705X1451-V1
9
10
11
12
15
14
13
16
Rear Panel QTY 1
AI-S11SHPP1705X1365-V1
Left Gable QTY 1
AI-02S11PGLVRL1670X1511-V1
Right Gable QTY 1
AI-02S11PGRVRR1670X1511-V1
5 6 7 8
Window QTY 2
AI-FW496X462-V1
Floor QTY 1
AI-S11MBF1760X1165-V1
Door QTY 1
AI-02SFD620X1210-V1
Roof QTY 1
AI-S11MBPR1784X1747-V1
Ply Door Stop QTY 2
PLY TRIANGLE
T-Hinge QTY 2
PI-07-0113
Wooden Handle QTY 1
PI-04-0024
Window Block QTY 4
PI-07-0011
Fascia - 12x95x1808mm QTY 1
FAS1295-1808mm
Fascia - 12x95x1747mm QTY 2
FAS1295-1747mm
Cover Trim - 12x401360mm QTY 2
S1240-1360mm
Cover Trim - 12x40x205mm QTY 2
S1240-205mm
17
Felt
19
Building Content 02DTSHPN0606SFD2W-V1-PEFC :
Sheri’s Badge / Buttery QTY 1
PI-04-0060 / PI-04-0015
Corner Brace QTY 2
PI-07-0012
18
20
Door Spacer Strip QTY 4
SR1260-100mm
30mm Screw x 46
50mm Screw x 42
Felt Tacks x 65
10mm Screw x 2
30mm Black Screw x 14
Nail Bag

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Pre Assembly
Before assembling remove the transportation
blocks from the bottom of each panel.
Take care removing the blocks as to not damage
the panels. Tap with a at headed screwdriver
and hammer.
Dispose of the blocks once removed.
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PLEASE SCAN HERE:
Step 1
Parts needed - & &
Fix the Window Blocks (No. 17) to the
Windows (No. 7) as shown with 1x30mm
screw.
Place one Window (No. 7) into each
window hole in the Door Panel (No.1), x
by screwing though the Window Blocks
(No. 17) with 2x30mm screws per
window block as shown.
12x30mm screws.
30mm
screw
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole
71
17
17
1
7 7
17 17 17 17

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8
30mm
screw
Step 2
Parts needed - & & &
Flip the Door Panel (No. 1) over so
the boards are facing upwards and place the
Door (No. 8) within the door apperture as
shown. Position two Door Spacer Strips (No.
20) within the top gap between the door
(No. 8) and the door panel (No. 1). Next posi-
tion two Door Spacer Strips (No. 20) down
the hinge side between the door (No. 8) and
the door panel (No. 1).
The 12mm gap is to prevent serious injury
should a childs ngers become trapped
between the door and the door panel.
Place the Hinges (No. 15) at the top
and bottom of the door (No. 8) and using
7x30mm black screws per hinge, x the
hinge to the door and the door panel.
14x30mm black screws
18
B
15
A
20
12mm
12mm
A
B
15
3!
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole
15
15
8
20
20
20
20
Step 3
Parts needed -
Place the Floor (No.5) on to a rm and level
base, ensure base has suitable drainage free
from areas where standing water can collect.
(See front page on base requirements).
**Please note: if you have purchased a Tower
(02DTTWR0707-V1-PEFC), please construct
your playhouse onto the Tower Base rather
than the oor.
5
5
Step 4
Parts needed - &
Place the Rear Panel (No.2) and the Right
Gable (No.4) on top of the oor, ensuring
the panels are positioned centrally on
the oor, as shown in the illustration.
Fix together by screwing through the
framing of the Rear Panel (No.2) into the
framing of the Right Gable (No.4) using
3x50mm screws.
Do not secure the building to the
Floor until the Roof is tted.
3x50mm screws.
2 4
24
50mm
screw
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole

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Step 5
Parts needed - &
Place the Door Panel (No.1) and the Left
Gable (No.3) on top of the oor, ensuring
the panels are positioned centrally on
the oor, as shown in the illustration.
Fix together by screwing through the
framing of the Door Panel (No.1) and
Rear Panel (No.2) into the framing of the
Left Gable (No.3) and Right Gable (No.4)
using 3x50mm screws.
Do not secure the building to the
Floor until the Roof is tted.
9x50mm screws.
1
13
50mm
screw
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole
3
4
2
Step 6
Parts needed - &
Locate the Roof (No.6) on top of
the playhouse, ensuring the central roof
bar is in line with the central upright
framing of the gables (internally), as
shown in the illustration.
Fix by screwing down through the
Roof (No.6) into the Panel framing
below using 12x50mm screws.
Locate one Corner brace (No. 18)
per end of the central framing, and
secure using 4x30mm screws per brace.
Do not secure the building to the
Floor until the Roof is tted.
12x50mm screws
8x30mm screws
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole 50kg
50mm
screw
6
6
6
AA
B
B
18
C
*Internal
C
6
18

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50mm
screw
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole
B
Step 7
Once the roof is tted and the building
is square, secure the building to the
Floor, using 50mm screws in alignment
with the oor joists.
18x50mm Screws
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
HANDLE
WITH CARE
12
3
4
Step 8
Cut the felt (No. 19) into 2 sheets
measuring: 1900mm (L) X 1000mm
(W) and lay onto roof. Start at the
bottom of the roof and work your
way up so that rain pours over the
top of the laps and not under them.
Ensure there is a 50mm overhang
around the sides.
Fix into place using 60x felt tacks at
100mm intervals.
Felt Size: 1900mm
65 x Felt Tacks
Felt
tacks
1! 2!
1.
2.
19

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Step 9
Parts needed - &
Locate the Cover Trims (No. 11)
onto the back of the playhouse. Fix
in place using 3x30mm screws per
Cover trim.
Locate the Cover Trims (No. 12)
onto the front of the playhouse. Fix
in place using 2x30mm screws per
Cover trim.
10x30mm Screws
30mm
screw
1211 1! 2!
Pre drill
hole
11
11
12
12
Step 10
Parts needed - &
Locate the Fascia (No.9) to the
front of the building. Fix in place
using 4x30mm screws.
Locate the Fascias (No.10) to either
side of the building. Fix in place
using 3x30mm screws per Fascia.
10x30mm Screws
9 10
9
10
10
30mm
screw
1! 2!
Pre drill
hole

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Step 11
Parts needed - & &
Locate the Wooden Door Handle
(No. 16) onto the outside of the door.
Fix in place by hand, screwing through
the door with the screw attached to the
door handle.
Fix the Ply Door Stop (No. 14) to
the inside of the Door Panel at the top
and bottom of the door opening using
3x30mm screws as shown per door
stop.
Fix the Sheris badge / Buttery
(No. 13) onto to the door using
2x10mm screws.
*Please note: the same method is used
for attaching both the sheris badge
and buttery.
6x30mm Screws
2x10mm Screws
20mm
screw
10mm
screw
A
B
C
A
B
C
13 14 16 1! 2!
Pre drill
hole
14
16
13
14
It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood
treatment immediately after the building
has been assembled.
AFTER TREATMENT:
score around protective
cover on glazing and
carefuly peel
covering back
Playhouse Maintenance:
It is recommended that the following checks and maintenance are carried out at the beginning
of each season as well as at regular intervals during the usage season.
- Check all nuts /bolts/ screws for tightness and tighten when required.
- Check for movement / opening of wood giving rise to protrusion of nail heads and tips.
- Check hinges.
- Replace defective parts in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
- Check any crossbeams, suspensions and anchors.
- If a swing is included; check the swing seat, chains and ropes.
IF THESE CHECKS ARE NOT CARRIED OUT THE ACTIVITY TOY COULD BECOME A HAZARD

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