NI Climbing Frames Double Mississippi User manual

Double Mississippi Swing Set Instruction Manual

Parts List
Item
Number
Description
Image
Quantity
1
3m post
4
2
2.4m post
for swing
bar
1 (holes
pre-drilled
for swing
hooks)
3
1755mm x
3” x 1.5”
2

4
Square
Corner
Brackets
2
5
Swing
(varies
depending
on
customers
choice)
2
6
M10 Swing
Hooks
4
7
Decking
screws
8

8
6x60
screws
10
Tools needed:
•Cordless drill
•Handsaw
•Spirit Level
•Hammer
•Shovel
•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: Fitting your o-hooks to your swing bar
•Your swing bar will already be drilled with the number of holes required to suit your swing
choices. Most swings will take 2 o-hooks, but the likes of vertical tyres and button swings
only need one
•To secure your o-hooks, simply hammer them through the pre-drilled holes, and using a
spanner, tighten the nut down on top of the washer on the top side of the post. When
tightening, be sure to keep the ‘eye’ of the o-hook running parallel to the length of the post.

Step 2: Securing the posts to the metal brackets
•You should find that the posts fit snuggly into the brackets. Ensure they are pushed in as far
as they can go, then using the 6x60 screws, screw in through all the pre-drilled holes on the
metal bracket

Step 3:
•When all five posts have been secured to the brackets, you can use the 3” x 1.5” timbers to
brace each side of frame together. To do this measure 900mm down each post from the
bracket and use the decking screws to secure it to each post. Trim the timber flush to the
posts once secure

Step 4:
•You are now ready to level your frame. Ensure that the swing bar is level, as well as the two
3” x 1.5” braces you just screwed on. If you are concreting your posts into the ground, which
we recommend, we suggest digging holes roughly 300mm x 300mm wide, and the depth will
depend on the slope of your garden. Ideally you would want to put at least 200mm of
concrete around each post, leaving enough room to replace the sod of grass on top, once
the concrete has fully dried
•Using postcrete and following the manufacturers instruction concrete all 6 posts into the
ground
•The frame should be left overnight before it is used to ensure the postcrete has dried

Step 5: Swing Attachment
•The final thing to do is attach your swings to the o-hooks. All your swings can be adjusted in
height, so set the height of the swings to suit your children by pulling the ropes through the
clasp

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.