NI Climbing Frames Los Angeles User manual

Los Angeles Climbing Frame Instruction Manual

Parts List
Item
Number
Description
Image
Quantity
1
1.9m x 3”x
3”post
2
2
1908mm x 3”
x 3”post (cut
at an angle)
2
3
1050mm x 3”
x 1.5”(cut at
an angle)
2
4
780mm x 3”
x 1.5”
4

5
580mm x 3”
x 1.5”
1
6
960mm x 6”
x 1”(cut at
an angle)
2
7
1015mm x 6”
x 1”(cut at
an angle)
2
8
780mm x
19mm
decking
3
9
1.2m x
19mm
decking (cut
at an angle)
2

10
644mm x
32mm
decking
8
11
6x60 screws
2
12
Decking
screws
Approx.
100
13
7ft Slide
1

Tools needed:
•Cordless drill
•Handsaw
•Spirit Level
•Hammer
•Stepladder
•Pencil
•Measuring tape
•10mm Hex bit
•PZ 2 Drill Bit

Assembly Instructions
All components needed during the assembly are numbered with reference to the parts list, please
refer back to the parts list to ensure you are assembling the correct components for each step.
Step 1:
•Secure the 580mm x 3”x 1.5”between the two 1050mm x 3”x 1.5”at the ends which aren’t
angled. Use decking screws to secure.

Step 2:
•Take one of the 1.9m posts and make a mark approximately 1170mm from the bottom.
•Secure one of the 1050mm x 3”x 1.5”from the previous step to the 1.9m post at the
1170mm mark and secure to one of the 1908mm posts ensuring that the 1050mm x 3”x
1.5”are flush to the posts. Secure using decking screws.

Step 3:
•Repeat this on the other side for the other 1.9m post and 1908mm post.

Step 4:
•Secure a 780mm decking board to the front of the 1.9m posts and one to the front of the
1908mm posts at the bottom using decking screws. This will help maintain the structure of
the frame.

Step 5:
•Secure the two pieces of 1.2m decking to the inside of the 960mm decking and to the inside
of the posts. Ensure that the ends of the 1.2m decking sits flush with the backs of the two
pieces of 960mm decking. Secure using decking screws.

Step 6:
•Secure the 644mm decking boards to the 1050mm x 3”x 1.5”using decking screws to create
your platform.

Step 7:
•Secure the 780mm x 3”x 1.5”to the posts that are slightly angled. Place the timbers with a
consistent distance between them all and secure using decking screws.

Step 8:
•Secure the 6”x 1”boards to the posts above the platform to act as railings. Secure them
using decking screws and ensuring that they are flush to the posts.

Step 9:
•Secure the final 780mm decking to the two 1.9m posts flush to the bottom of the decking for
the platform. Secure using decking screws.

Step 10:
•Secure the 7ft slide to the decking boards on the platform using 6x60 screws through the
pre-drilled holes in the slide.

The final stage is to put on the accessories, give everything a good sand down to avoid the children
getting splinters from any rough edges. All screws should also be checked to ensure they are flush to
the surface they are securing.

Maintaining Your Climbing Frame
My climbing frame has been installed, what do I do next?
A: If your climbing frame was installed in a grassed area the installers have concreted the frame into
the ground. They have left a small exposed hole, where the posts have been sunk into the ground.
The reason this has been done is to allow the concrete to set overnight. Before allowing the children
to play on the climbing frame, please ensure that the sods of grass have been replaced over the
holes to leave the ground flush around the posts. Please do not allow your children to play on the
climbing frame until the sods of grass have been put back.
Q: How should I maintain my Climbing Frame?
A: There are many customers whose Climbing frames last for years as a result of simple steps taken
to ensure the wood's longevity. The timber used on your climbing frame has been pressure treated.
This essentially means that it has been put into a pressurised vessel and has been impregnated with
wood preserve. With time and due exposure to weather conditions the colour fades away. We
suggest you treat the wood once every 2 years (completely optional). Not only will this keep it
looking ‘lively’ but will also help it last as long as possible.
Q: What kind of stain should I use?
A: We used a water-based treatment when we made the products. You can use a water-based or oil-
based stain at your discretion. However, once you switch to oil you will not be able to return to
water-based from that point forward. Your local home improvement, hardware or DIY store will
have plenty of options and suggestions for you.
Q: What else should I do?
A: We suggest you check bolt tightness and all hardware periodically to ensure everything is in
proper order.
We hope you enjoyed the challenge of the build and hope the children get years of enjoyment out of
their new frame.
Team NICF.