SELWOOD MEADOWSIDE II F24021E User manual

Rev 20/09/2016
Table of Contents
Warnings and Safe Play Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 2
Protective Surfacing Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 3
Instructions for Proper Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 4
About Our Wood – Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 5
Keys to Assembly Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 6
Metric Conversion Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 7,8
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3404021E
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MEADOWSIDE II PLAY SYSTEM – F24021E
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, you must read and
follow these instructions. Keep and refer to these instructions often
and give them to any future owner of this play system. Manufacturer contact information provided below.
OBSTACLE FREE SAFETY ZONE - 16’ 2” x 17’4” (4.93 x 5.28 m) area requires Protective Surfacing. See page 3.
MAXIMUM VERTICAL FALL HEIGHT - 6’ (1.8 m)
CAPACITY - 4 Users Maximum, Ages 3to 10; Weight Limit 110 lbs. (49.9 kg) per child.
RESIDENTIAL HOME USE ONLY. Not intended for public areas such as schools, churches, nurseries, day cares or parks.
4 - 8 Hrs
Two person
assembly
WARNING
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Europe
The Granary, Weathercock Hill
Chevington, Bury St
Edmunds, Suffolk IP29 5RG
North America
375 Sligo Road West.
P.O. Box 10 Mount Forest
Ontario, Canada N0G 2L1
Australia
Unit 6/168 - 180 Victoria Road
Marrickville, Sydney NSW 2204
1270
4' 2"
4927.6
16'2"
1626
5'4"
17'4"
5283.2
Meadowside II

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Warnings and Safe Play Instructions
CONTINUOUS ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED. Most serious injuries and deaths on playground equipment have occurred
while children were unsupervised! Our products are designed to meet mandatory and voluntary safety standards. Complying
with all warnings and recommendations in these instructions will reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury to children using
this play system. Go over the warnings and safe play instructions regularly with your children and make certain that they
understand and follow them. Remember on-site adult supervision is required for children of all ages.
Observe capacity limitations of your play-set. See
front cover.
Dress children with well fitting and full foot enclosing
footwear.
Teach children to sit with their full weight in the center
of the swing seat to prevent erratic swing motion or
falling off.
Check for splintered, broken or cracked wood; missing,
loose, or sharp edged hardware. Replace, tighten and or
sand smooth as required prior to playing.
Verify that suspended climbing ropes, rope ladders, chain
or cable are secured at both ends and cannot be looped
back on itself as to create an entanglement hazard.
On sunny and or hot days, check the slide and other
plastic rides to assure that they are not very hot as to
cause burns. Cool hot slide and rides with water and wipe
dry prior to using.
Do not allow children to wear open toe or heel footwear
like sandals, flip–flops or clogs.
Do not allow children to walk, in front, between, behind
or close to moving rides.
Do not let children twist swing chains or ropes or loop
them over the top support bar. This may reduce the
strength of the chain or rope and cause premature failure.
Do not let children get off rides while they are in motion.
Do not permit climbing on equipment when it is wet.
Do not permit rough play or use of equipment in a
manner for which it was not intended. Standing on or
jumping from the roof, elevated platforms, swings,
climbers, ladders or slide can be dangerous.
Do not allow children to swing empty rides or seats.
Do not allow children to go down slide head first or
run up slide.
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SERIOUS HEAD INJURY HAZARD
Installation over concrete, asphalt, dirt, grass, carpet
and other hard surface creates a risk of serious injury
or death from falls to the ground. Install and maintain
shock absorbing material under and around play-set as
recommended on page 3 of these instructions.
COLLISION HAZARD
Place play-set on level ground at least 6 feet from any
obstruction such as a garage or house, fences, poles,
trees, sidewalks, walls, landscape timbers, rocks,
pavement, planters, garden borders, overhanging
branches, laundry lines, and electrical wires. (See
OBSTACLE FREE SAFETY ZONE on cover)
CHOKING HAZARD/SHARP EDGES & POINTS
Adult assembly required. This product contains small
parts and parts with sharp edges and points. Keep parts
away from children until fully assembled.
WARNING LABEL
Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility
of the warning labels.
STRANGULATION HAZARD
• NEVER allow children to play with ropes, clotheslines,
pet leashes, cables, chains or cord-like items when using
this play-set or to attach these items to play-set.
• NEVER allow children to wear loose tting clothing,
ponchos, hoods, scarves, capes, necklaces, items with
draw-strings, cords or ties when using this play-set.
• NEVER allow children to wear bike or sport helmets
when using this play-set.
Failure to prohibit these items, even helmets with chin
straps, increases the risk of serious injury and death to
children from entanglement and strangulation.
TIP OVER HAZARD
Choose a level location for the equipment. This can reduce
the likelihood of the play set tipping over and loose-fill
surfacing materials washing away during heavy rains.
DO NOT allow children to play on the play-set until the
assembly is complete and the unit is properly anchored.
WARNING
WARNING – Safe Play Instructions

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One of the most important things you can do to reduce the likelihood of serious head injuries is to install shock-absorbing
protective surfacing under and around your play equipment. The protective surfacing should be applied to a depth that is suitable
for the equipment height in accordance with ASTM F1292. There are different types of surfacing to choose from; whichever
product you select, follow these guidelines:
Loose-Fill Materials
fohtpedmuminimaniatniaM•23 cm (9 in) of loose-fill materials such as wood mulch/chips, engineered wood fiber (EWF), or
shredded/recycled rubber mulch for equipment up to 2.45m (8 ft ) high; and 23 cm (9 in) of sand or pea gravel for equipment up to 1.5 m
(5 ft) high. NOTE: An initial fill level of 31 cm (12 in) will compress to about a 23cm ( 9 in ) depth of surfacing over time.
The surfacing will also compact, displace, and settle, and should be periodically raked and refilled to maintain at least a 23cm (9 in) depth.
fomuminimaesU•16 cm (6 in) of protective surfacing for play equipment less than 1.2m ( 4 ft) in height. If maintained properly,
this should be adequate. (At depths less than 16 cm (6 in), the protective material is too easily displaced or compacted.)
NOTE: Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, or any other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface
can result in serious injury to the equipment user. Grass and dirt are not considered protective surfacing because wear and
environmental factors can reduce their shock absorbing effectiveness. Carpeting and thin mats are not adequate protective
surfacing. Ground level equipment -- such as a sandbox, activity wall, playhouse or other equipment that has no elevated play
surface -- does not need any protective surfacing.
dnaretemirepehtdnuoratuogniggidsahcus,tnemniatnocesU•/or lining the perimeter with landscape edging. Don’t forget to
account for water drainage.
esoolehtfohtpedehtniatniamdnakcehc,ekaryllacidoireP•fill surfacing material. Marking the correct depth on the play
equipment support posts will help you to see when the material has settled and needs to be raked and or replenished. Be sure to
rake and evenly redistribute the surfacing in heavily used areas.
.tlahpsaroetercnocsahcussecafrusdrahrevognicafrusllifesoolllatsnitonoD
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Poured-In-Place Surfaces or Pre-Manufactured Rubber Tiles
You may be interested in using surfacing other than loose-fill materials like rubber tiles or poured-in-place surfaces.
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•tahtgniwohstroperarofrerutcafunam/rellatsniehtksA.gnicafrusfoepytsihtgnisahcruperofebsnoitacificepsecafrusweiveR
the product has been tested to the following safety standard: ASTM F1292 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surfacing
Materials within the Use Zone of Playground Equipment. This report should show the specific height for which the surface is intended
to protect against serious head injury. This height should be equal to or greater than the fall height (vertical distance) between a
designated play surface (elevated surface for standing, sitting, or climbing) and the protective surfacing below (of your play equipment).
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Placement
Proper placement and maintenance of protective surfacing is essential. Refer to diagram on front cover. Be sure to:
tsaeltagnicafrusdnetxE•1.83 m (6 ft) from the equipment in all directions.
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nafotnorfnignicafrusevitcetorpdnetxe,sgniwsorf-otroF•
bar from which the swing is suspended.
sulp,eporroniahcgnidnepsusehtfothgiehehtotlauqesisuidaresohwelcricanignicafrusdnetxe,sgniwseritroF•1.83 m (6 ft) in all directions.
1.83 m (6 ft) 1.83 m (6 ft)
Protective Surfacing - Reducing Risk of Serious Head Injury From Falls
From the CPSC Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook. At http://www.playgroundregs.com/resources/CPSC%20324.pdf
Denotes Use Zone with Protective Surfacing
Denotes Use Zone with Protective Surfacing
Use Zone for Multi-Axis SwingsUse Zone for Single-Axis Swings
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1.83 m (6 ft) 1.83 m (6 ft)
1.83 m
(6 ft)
1.83 m
(6 ft)
1.83 m
(6 ft)

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Instructions for Proper Maintenance
Your Big Backyard Play System is designed and constructed of quality materials with your child’s safety in mind. As with
all outdoor products used by children, it will weather and wear. To maximize the enjoyment, safety and life of your Play
Set, it is important that you, the owner, properly maintain it.
HARDWARE:
Check metal parts for rust. If found,
sand and repaint using a non-lead paint
complying with 16 CFR 1303.
Inspect and tighten all hardware. On
wood assemblies DO NOT OVER-
TIGHTEN as to cause crushing and
splintering of wood.
Check for sharp edges or protruding screw threads, add
washers if required.
SHOCK ABSORBING SURFACING:
Check for foreign objects. Rake and check depth of loose
fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and
maintain appropriate depth. Replace as necessary.
(See Protective Surfacing, page 3)
GROUND STAKES (ANCHORS):
Check for looseness, damage or deterioration. Should firmly
anchor unit to ground during use. Re-secure and or replace,
if necessary.
SWING HANGERS:
Check that they are secure and orientated correctly. Hook
should rotate freely and perpendicular to support beam.
If squeaking occurs lubricate bushings with oil or WD-40®.
SWINGS, ROPES AND RIDES:
Reinstall if removed during cold season. Check all moving
parts including swing seats, ropes, chains and attachments
for wear, rust and other deterioration. Replace as needed.
Check that ropes are tight, secure at both ends and cannot
loop back as to create an entrapment.
WOOD PARTS:
Check all wood members for deterioration, structural
damage and splintering. Sand down splinters and replace
deteriorated wood members. As with all wood, some
checking and small cracks in grain is normal.
Applying a water repellent or stain (water-based) on a yearly
basis is important maintenance to maintain maximum life
and performance of the product
Check the following at the beginning of the play season:
HARDWARE:
Inspect for tightness. Must be firmly against, but not
crushing the wood. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
This will cause splintering of wood.
Check for sharp edges or protruding screw threads.
Add washers if required.
SHOCK ABSORBING SURFACING:
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing
materials to prevent compaction and maintain appropriate
depth. Replace as necessary.
(See Protective Surfacing, page 3)
Check twice a month during play season:
SWING HANGERS:
Check that they are secure and orientated correctly. Hook
should rotate freely and perpendicular to support beam.
If squeaking occurs lubricate bushings with oil or WD-40®.
SWINGS AND RIDES:
Check swing seats, all ropes, chains and attachments for
fraying, wear, excessive corrosion or damage.
Replace if structurally damaged or deteriorated.
Check once a month during play season:
SWINGS AND RIDES:
To prolong their life, remove swings and store inside when
outside temperature is below 32°F/0°C. Below freezing,
plastic parts may become more brittle.
SHOCK ABSORBING SURFACING:
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing
materials to prevent compaction and maintain appropriate
depth. Replace as necessary.
(See Protective Surfacing, page 3)
Check at the end of the play season:
If you dispose of your play set: Please disassemble and dispose of your unit so that it does not create any unreasonable
hazards at the time it is discarded. Be sure to follow your local waste ordinances.
If Bolt protrudes
beyond T-Nut
Use an extra
flat washer
Proper Orientation
Front View Side View
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Selwood Products Limited Warranty
Selwood Products states that the product is free from defect in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original
date of purchase. This one (1) year warranty covers all parts including wood, hardware, and accessories. All wood carries a ten (10)
year warranty against rot and decay. Refer to the schedule associated with replacement of parts under this Warranty. In addition, the
manufacturer will replace any parts within the rst 60 days from date of purchase found to be missing from or damaged in the original
packaging. This warranty applies to the original owner and registrant and is non-transferable. Regular maintenance is required to
assure maximum life and performance of this product and failure by the owner to maintain the product according to the maintenance
requirements may void this warranty. Maintenance guidelines are provided in the Owner’s Manual provided by Selwood Products.
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
• Labour for any inspection or Labour for replacement of any defective item(s)
• Incidental or consequential damages
• Cosmetic defects which do not affect performance or integrity of a part or the entire product
• Vandalism, improper use, failure due to loading or use beyond the capacities stated in the Assembly Manual.
• Acts of nature including but not limited to wind, storms, hail, oods, excessive water exposure
• Improper installation including but not limited to installation on uneven, unlevel, or soft ground
• Minor twisting, warping, checking, splitting, or any other natural occurring properties of wood that do not affect
performance or integrity.
Selwood Products states that the product has been designed for safety and quality. Any modications made to the original product
could damage the structural integrity of the unit leading to failure and possible injury. Modication voids any and all warranties and
Selwood Products will accept no liability for any modied products or consequences resulting from failure of a modied product.
This product is warranted for RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY. Under no circumstance should the product be used in public settings
such as schools, churches, playgrounds, parks, daycares and the like. Such use may lead to product failure and potential injury. Any
and all public use will void this warranty.
Selwood disclaims all other representations and warranties of any kind, expressed or implied.
Warranty Part Replacement Schedule:
Plastic/Metal/Wood Components: 1 Year Warranty
0-60 days from date from purchase: Free Parts & Free Shipping | 61 days to 1 year from purchase: Free Parts + Shipping & Handling
Wooden (Wood Rot and Decay Only): 10 Year Warranty
0-60 days from date from purchase: Free Parts & Free Shipping | 61 days -10 years from purchase: Free Parts + Shipping & Handling
This Warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may have other rights as well which vary from state to state or province to
province. This warranty excludes all consequential damages, however, some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of
consequential damages, and therefore this limitation may not apply to you.
Complete the registration of your Selwood Product purchase online at: www.selwoodproducts.com/warranty-registration
Please refer to the back of this instruction manual for details on how to register your Selwood Products purchase.
At the factory we have added water repellent to the stain. This water repellent decreases the amount of water absorption during
rain or snow thus decreasing the tension in the wood. Sunlight will break down the water repellent, so we recommend applying a
water repellent on a yearly basis (see your local stain and paint supplier for a recommended product). Failure to do so can affect
warranty. Also if storing the product before installation, make sure you store out of direct sunlight in a cool dry place.
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Keys to Assembly Success
Part Identification Key
On each page, you will find the parts and
quantities required to complete the assembly
step illustrated on that page. Here is a sample.
Symbols
Throughout these instructions symbols are provided as important reminders for proper and safe assembly.
Proper Hardware Assembly
Lag screws require drilling pilot
holes to avoid splitting wood. Only
a flat washer is required. For ease of
installation liquid soap can be used
on all lag-type screws.
For bolts, tap T-Nut into hole with
hammer. Insert the hex bolt through
lock washer first then flat washer then
hole. Because the assemblies need to
be squared do not completely tighten
until instructed. Pay close attention to
diameter of the bolts. 5/16” is slightly
larger than 1/4”.
Once the assembly is tightened, watch for exposed
threads. If a thread protrudes from the T-Nut, remove the
bolt and add washers to eliminate this condition. Extra
washers have been provided for this purpose.
This identifies information that requires special
attention. Improper assembly could lead to an
unsafe or dangerous condition.
Where this is shown, 2 or 3
people are required to safely
complete the step. To avoid
injury or damage to the
assembly make sure to get help!
Check that assembly is square
before tightening bolts.
Use a measuring tape to assure
proper location.
Check that set or assembly is properly level
before proceeding.
Pre-drill a pilot hole before
fastening screw or lag to prevent
splitting of wood.
This indicates time to tighten bolts, but
not too tight! Do not crush the wood.
This may create splinters and cause
structural damage.
Use
Help
Use
Help
Measure
Distance
Square
Assembly
Use
Level
Pre-drill
1/8” Bit
Tighten
Bolts
No Yes
CAUTION – Protrusion Hazard
Tools Required
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Shovel Level #2 & #3 Phillips
or Robertson
Safety
Glasses
Drill (1/8”
3/16” Bit)
Measuring
Tape
Hammer Ratchet 1/2”,
7/16” & 9/16”
Square
Ruler
Step
Ladder
12342X Post 2 x 4 x 83”

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1 inch = 25.4mm
SOLO)WAVE DESIGN HARDWARE
For example:
BOLT LENGTH 4½ (4.5) inches long
114mm long
1 inch = 25.4mm
25.4mm
4.5 inches x
DIAMETER CONVERSION
LENGTH CONVERSION
=
BOLT DIAMETER 5/16 (0.31) inches 0.31 inches x 25.4mm = 8mm
For example:
HARDWARE LENGTH CHART
inches vs millimetres
6 152
5½ 140
5 127
4½ 114
4 102
3½ 89
3 76
2½ 64
2 51
1½ 38 1¼ 32
1-1/8 29
1 25.4
7/8 22 3/4 19 1/2 12.7
1/4" (6mm) Flat Washer
1/4" (6mm) Lock Washer
1/4"(0.25) = 6mm Hex Bolt
1/4" (6mm) T-Nut
5/16"(.31) = 8mm Lag Screw
5/16" (8mm) Flat Washer
1/4"(0.25) = 6mm Lag Screw
1/4" (6mm) Flat Washer
5/16" (8mm) Flat Washer
5/16" (8mm) Lock Washer
5/16"(.31) = 8mm Hex Bolt
5/16" (8mm) T-Nut
3/8"(.38) = 9.5mm Lag Screw
3/8" (9.5mm) Flat Washer

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1 x 2 1 x 4 1 x 5
1 x 6
1 x 3
1/2 x 4
5/4 x 6
5 1/2"
139.7
1"
25.4
11.1
.44
82.6
3 1/4"
4 x 4
3 1/2"
88.9
3 1/2"
88.9
4 1/2"
114.3
5/8"
15.9
15.9
5/8" 1 3/8"
34.9
2 x 6
5 3/8"
136.5
1 1/2"
38.1
15.9
5/8" 3 3/8"
85.7
60.3
2 3/8"
15.9
5/8"
1505mm
SOLO)WAVE DESIGN WOOD PROFILES
LENGTH CONVERSION
For example:
1 inch = 25.4mm
BOARD LENGTH 59¼ (59.25) inches 59.25 inches x 25.4mm =
Dimensions in brackets [mm] represent millimetres.
5/4 x 4
3 1/2"
88.9
1"
25.4
5 3/8"
136.5
5/8"
15.9
2 x 4
3 3/8"
85.7
1 3/8"
34.9
5/4 x 5
4 1/2"
114.3
1"
25.4 2 x 3
2 1/2"
63.5
1 3/8"
34.9
5/4 x 3
63.5
2 1/2"
25.4
1"
2 x 2
1 1/2"
38.1
1 1/2"
38.1

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(1) CE Access Board 1 x 6 x 17"
1779 3631779
(1) Gusset 2 x 3 x 16"
0312 3640312
3635265
5265
(2) Cedar Wall 1 x 4 x 28"
(2) Rock Rail 2 x 3 x 51"
2470 3632470
(2) Lower Diagonal 2 x 3 x 37"
0369 3640369
3641763
(1) Floor Joist 5/4 x 2 x 38-1/2"
1763
(2) SW Floor 1 x 6 x 26-7/8"
3642448
2448
(1) Centre Divider 2 x 3 x 38"
1747 3641747
(1) Side Joist 2 x 2 x 34-3/4"
1761 3641761
(1) Sl Spacer 2 x 3 x 17-5/8"
3641782
1782
(1) Floor Front 2 x 3 x 38-1/2"
3641764
1764
3632469
2469
(4) Post 2 x 4 x 82"
(2) Corner Block 2 x 3 x 4-1/2"
3641766
1766
(1) Lower Front 1 x 6 x 39-3/4"
3641767
1767
3642449
(1) Lower Back 1 x 6 x 39-3/4"
2449
(1) Front Top 1 x 4 x 38-1/2"
3632829
2829
(2) Top End 1 x 4 x 46-1/2"
1796 3641796
(2) Lower Side 1 x 5 x 62-3/8"
3641792
1792 (1) Ridge 2 x 2 x 46-1/2"
1900 3641900
(4) Floor Board 1 x 6 x 23-1/2"
1776 3631776
(1) Top Back 1 x 5 x 38-1/2"
3641795
1795
1/2" x 4"
1" x 4"
1" x 5"
1" x 6"
5/4" x 6"
5/4" x 5"
5/4" x 4"
2" x 2"
2" x 3"
2" x 4"
2" x 6"
Nominal Size Actual Size
1½" x 5⅜"
1⅜" x 3⅜"
1⅜" x 2½"
1½" x 1½"
1" x 3½"
1" x 4½"
1" x 5½"
⅝" x 5⅜"
⅝" x 4½"
⅝" x 3⅜"
7/16" x 3¼"
Part Identification (Reduced Part Size)
3631774
1774
(2) CE Gap Board 1 x 6 x 23-1/2"
3631780
1780
(1) Center Board 1 x 6 x 23-1/2"
(2) Cedar Wall 1 x 5 x 28
1829 3631829
(1) Floor Back 1 x 6 x 38-3/4"
3642463
2463
(1) CE Gap Board 1 x 4 x 38-3/4"
0839 3630839
(2) CE Rock Board A 1 x 6 x 17"
1778 3631778
(3) CE Rock Board B 1 x 6 x 17"
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"
1" x 5"
5/4" x 5"
5/4" x 4"
2" x 2"
2" x 3"
2" x 4"
Nominal Size
1" x 4"
Actual Size
1⅜" x 3⅜"
1⅜" x 2½"
1½" x 1½"
1" x 3½"
1" x 4½"
⅝" x 4½"
⅝" x 3⅜
1X 9750111 Chalk Wall Tarp
Part Identification (Reduced Part Size)
1X 3750703 Canopy
2451 3642451
(1) Tarp Support 2 x 2 x 53-1/8"
1X 3320385 Rocks (5pk)
3-Green 2-Yellow
1X 3320356 Big Backyard
ID Plaque w/ hardware
(1) SW Mount 2 x 4 x 35"
2446 3642446
2447
(1) SW Mount
3642447
2 x 4 x 53-3/4"
3632467
2467 (1) SW Spacer 1 x 2 x 6
3642445
(2) Side Top 1 x 4 x 51-1/2"
2445
(3) Ground Stake 1-1/4 x 1-1/2 x 14"
0318 3650318
3632828
(2) Bench Gusset 2 x 2 x 11"
2828
3632826
(2) Bench Top 5/4 x 4 x 26-7/8"
2826
3632827
(2) Bench Brace 2 x 6 x 8-5/8"
2827

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1/4" Lock Washer - 1/4" Flat Washer - 1/4" T-Nut
H4
(6) Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4"
9277240
9277230
(1) Hex Bolt 1/4 x 3"
1/4" Lock Washer - 1/4" Flat Washer - 1/4" T-Nut
H12
9277232
(1) Hex Bolt 1/4 x 3-1/2"
1/4" Lock Washer - 1/4" Flat Washer - 1/4" T-Nut
H13
1/4" Lock Washer - 1/4" Flat Washer - 1/4" T-Nut
H6
(2) Hex Bolt 1/4 x 4-3/4"
9277243
HARDWARE ID (Actual Size)
5/16" Flat Washer - 5/16" T-Nut
G4
(2) Hex Bolt 5/16 x 4"
9277340
H7 9277252
(2) Hex Bolt 1/4 x 5-1/2"
1/4" Lock Washer - 1/4" Flat Washer - 1/4" T-Nut
1/4" Lock Washer - 1/4" Flat Washer - 1/4" T-Nut
H2
(26) Hex Bolt 1/4 x 2"
9277220
(5) Pan Bolt 1/4 x 1-1/4"
1/4" Lock Washer - 3/16" Flat Washer - 1/4" Barrel-Nut
PB2
9274211

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1 - #2 Robertson Driver (9200014)
S5
HARDWARE ID (Actual Size)
S1
(16) Wood Screw #8 x 1-1/8" (9260514)
S2 (81) Wood Screw #8 x 1-1/2" (9260512)
S4
(9) Wood Screw #8 x 3" (9260530)
S3
(24) Wood Screw #8 x 2-1/2" (9260522)
(2) Lag Screw 1/4 x 3" - 1/4" Flat Washer
LS3 9262230
(36)
1/4" T-Nut
(9285200)
(41)
1/4" Lock Washer
(9253200)
(2)
5/16" Lock Washer
(9253300)
(2)
5/16" T-Nut
(9285300)
(2)
5/16" Flat Washer
(9251300)
(38)
1/4" Flat Washer
(9251200)
(42) Pan Screw #8 x 1/2" (9264504)
S7
(15) Pan Screw #12 x 2" (9264620)
1 - (9pk) Hole Plug
(3799949)
(18) Wood Screw #8 x 1-3/4" (9260513)
S15
(17)
3/16" Flat Washer
(9251100)
(30)
#8 Flat Washer
(9251500)
1 - (4 pk)
Corner Brace
(3201103)
(5) Pan Screw #8 x 1" (9264510)
S10
(5)
1-4" Barrel Nut
(9285300)

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and select the Parts Centre
B. If there are any missing or damaged pieces or you need assistance with
assembly please contact the Consumer Relations Department directly. Contact
us before going back to the retailer.
STOP STOPSTOP STOP
Step 1: Inventory Parts - Read This Before Starting Assembly
C. Read the assembly manual completely, paying special attention to ANSI warnings;
notes; and safety/maintenance information on pages 1 - 6.
D. Before you discard your cartons ll out the form below.
• The carton I.D. stamp is located on the end of each carton. The tracking number is
located on the Big Backyard ID Plaque (3320356).
• Please retain this information for future reference. You will need this information if you
contact the Consumer Relations Department.
• Please refer to Page 6 for proper hardware assembly.
• Each step indicates which bolts and/or screws you will need for assembly, as well as
any at washers, lock washers, t-nuts or lock nuts.
A. This is the time for you to inventory all your hardware, wood and accessories,
referencing the parts identication sheets. This will assist you with your assembly.
• The wood pieces will have the four digit key number stamped on the ends of the
boards. The wood pieces are referenced throughout the instructions with this number.
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ 14459 ___ (Box 4)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ 14459 ___ (Box 5)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ 14459 ___ (Box 6)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ 14459 ___ (Box 1)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ 14459 ___ (Box 2)
CARTON I.D. STAMP: __ __ __ __ __ 14459 ___ (Box 3)
MODEL NUMBER: F24021E
TRACKING NUMBER (from ID Plaque):

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Step 2: Cafe Side Wall Assembly
A: Loosely attach (1792) Lower Side and (2448) SW Floor with 4 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolts (with lock washer, at
washer and t-nut) per board; and (2445) Side Top using 2 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolts (with lock washer, at washer
and t-nut) to 2 (2469) Posts as shown in g. 2.1. Notice the hole locations in (2448) SW Floor and (2445) Side
Top must be 9” from the (2469) Post shown in g. 2.1.
Note: Pre-drill all holes using a 1/8” drill bit before installing the lag screws.
B: Make sure assembly is square and then loosely attach (0369) Lower Diagonal to (1792) Lower Side on the
one side shown in g. 2.1 with 1 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolt (with lock washer, at washer and t-nut), then fasten
(0369) Lower Diagonal to (2469) Post using 1 (LS3) 1/4 x 3” Lag Screws (with at washer). (g. 2.1)
C: Tighten all bolts.
D: Fasten (2445) Side Top to both (2469) Posts using 2 (S2) #8 x 1-1/2” Wood Screws.
Wood Parts Hardware
Fig. 2.1
1/4” Flat
Washer
1/4”
T-Nut
2469
0369
1792
1/4” Lock
Washer
1 x Lower Side 1 x 5 x 62-3/8”
1 x Lower Diagonal 2 x 3 x 37”
1 x SW Floor 1 x 6 x 26-7/8”
1 x Side Top 1 x 4 x 51-1/2”
2 x Post 2 x 4 x 82”
1792
11 x 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolt (1/4” lock washer, 1/4” at washer, 1/4” t-nut)
1 x 1/4 x 3” Lag Screw (1/4” at washer)
2 x #8 x 1-1/2” Wood Screw
H2
2445
2448
0369
LS3
Notice the hole
location
H2
H2
H2
H2
LS3
2448
2445
1/4” Flat
Washer
2469
2469
S2
x 4
9”
9”
S2
S2

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Step 3: Swing Side Wall Assembly
A: Loosely attach (1792) Lower Side and (2448) SW Floor with 4 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolts (with lock washer, at
washer and t-nut) per board; and (2445) Side Top using 2 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolts (with lock washer, at washer
and t-nut) to 2 (2469) Posts as shown in g. 3.1. Notice the hole locations in (2448) SW Floor and (2445) Side
Top must be 9” from the (2469) Post shown in g. 3.1.
Note: Pre-drill all holes using a 1/8” drill bit before installing the Lag Screws.
B: Make sure assembly is square and then loosely attach (0369) Lower Diagonal to (1792) Lower Side on the
one side shown in g. 3.1, with 1 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolt (with lock washer, at washer and t-nut), notice this is the
opposite side from Step 2. Fasten (0369) Lower Diagonal to (2469) Post using 1 (LS3) 1/4 x 3” Lag Screws (with
at washer). (g. 3.1)
C: Tighten all bolts.
D: Fasten (2445) Side Top to both (2469) Posts using 2 (S2) #8 x 1-1/2” Wood Screws. (g. 3.1)
Wood Parts Hardware
Fig. 3.1
1/4” Flat
Washer
1/4”
T-Nut
1/4” Lock
Washer
2 x Post 2 x 4 x 82”
1 x Side Top 1 x 4 x 51-1/2”
1 x SW Floor 1 x 6 x 26-7/8”
1 x Lower Side 1 x 5 x 62-3/8”
1 x Lower Diagonal 2 x 3 x 37”
2469
11 x 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolt (1/4” lock washer, 1/4” at washer, 1/4” t-nut)
1 x 1/4 x 3” Lag Screw (1/4” at washer)
2 x #8 x 1-1/2” Wood Screw
H2
1792
2448
2445
H2
Notice the hole
locations
2445
1792
0369
LS3
S2
LS3 1/4” Flat
Washer
S2 H2
S2
9”
H2
0369
2469
9”
2448

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Wood Parts Hardware
Step 4: Fort Frame Assembly
Part 1
1 x Floor Front 2 x 3 x 38-1/2”
1 x Floor Back 1 x 6 x 38-3/4”
1764 2 x 1/4 x 4” Hex Bolt (1/4” lock washer, 1/4” at washer, 1/4” t-nut)
2 x 1/4 x 4-3/4” Hex Bolt (1/4” lock washer, 1/4” at washer, 1/4” t-nut)
H4
2463
H6
A: On the front of the assembly, side without the (0369) Lower Diagonals, loosely attach (1764) Floor Front to
both (2469) Posts, noticing the bolt holes are towards the bottom of the board, with 2 (H6) 1/4 x 4-3/4” Hex Bolts
(with lock washer, at washer and t-nut). (g. 4.1 and 4.2)
B: On the back of the assembly loosely attach (2463) Floor Back to both (2469) Posts, noticing the pilot holes
are towards the top of the board, with 2 (H4) 1/4 x 4” Hex Bolts (with lock washer, at washer and t-nut) in the
bottom holes. (g. 4.1 and 4.2)
Fig. 4.2
Fig. 4.1
2463
H4
1/4” Flat
Washer
1/4” Lock
Washer
1/4” T-nut
Notice the pilot
hole towards
top of board
Back
1764
H6
H4
H6
2469
2469
Cafe Side
Swing Side
2469
Notice the hole
towards bottom
of board 2469
1764
2463
Front
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Wood Parts Hardware
1 x Side Joist 2 x 2 x 34-3/4”
1761 2 x 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolt (1/4” lock washer, 1/4” at washer, 1/4” t-nut)
H2
C: From inside the assembly attach (1761) Side Joist to (2463) Floor Back with 2 (H2) 1/4 x 2” Hex Bolts (with
lock washer, at washer and t-nut) in the outside holes, as shown in g. 4.3 and 4.4.
1761
1/4” Flat
Washer
Fig. 4.3
Fig. 4.4
H2
1/4” Lock
Washer
1/4” T-Nut
Back
Step 4: Fort Frame Assembly
Part 2
2463
1761
H2
H2

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Step 5: Attach Chalk Wall Tarp to Fort
Part 1
A: On the back of the assembly, from the inside, tuck Chalk Wall Tarp between (2463) Floor Back and both
(2469) Posts. Align Chalk Wall Tarp to edge of both (2469) Posts and place just below second hole from the top
of the posts. (g. 5.1)
B: Measure 4” down from the top of each (2469) Post then make sure Chalk Wall Tarp is smooth and tight and
attach to the outside of each (2469) Post, 1/2” in from the edge of the tarp, with 4 evenly spaced (S5) #8 x 1/2”
Pan Screws (with #8 at washer) per post. (g. 5.1 and 5.2)
C: Make sure assembly is square then tighten bolts in (2463) Floor Back and (1764) Floor Front.
D: Attach (2463) Floor Back to both (2469) Posts and (1761) Side Joist with 4 (S7) #12 x 2” Pan Screws (with
3/16” at washer) as shown in g. 5.1 and 5.2.
Other Parts
1 x Chalk Wall Tarp
8 x #8 x 1/2” Pan Screw (#8 at washer)
4 x #12 x 2” Pan Screw (3/16” at washer)
Hardware
Fig. 5.1
S5
Fig. 5.2
2469
2469
2469
2463
with
#8 Flat
Washers
Chalk Wall Tarp
Back
with
#8 Flat
Washers
S7
with
3/16” Flat
Washers
S7
S5
S5
Chalk Wall Tarp
with 3/16”
Flat Washer
S7
2463
4”
1764
1761
(hidden)
Just below
this hole

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Step 5: Attach Chalk Wall Tarp to Fort
Part 2
E: On the outside of the Chalk Wall Tarp attach (1795) Top Back to each (2469) Post with 2 (H4) 1/4 x 4” Hex
Bolts (with lock washer, at washer and t-nut) in the top holes and 2 (S7) #12 x 2” Pan Screws (with 3/16” at
washer) in the bottom holes. (g. 5.3)
F: Centre (0839) CE Gap Board between top of (2463) Floor Back and bottom of the (1795) Top Back then
attach to both (2469) Posts with 4 (S2) #8 x 1-1/2” Wood Screws. (g. 5.3)
4 x #8 x 1-1/2” Wood Screw
2 x #12 x 2” Pan Screw (3/16” at washer)
2 x 1/4 x 4” Hex Bolt (1/4” lock washer, 1/4” at washer, 1/4” t-nut)
Hardware
Fig. 5.3
S2
2463
x 4
Center
2469
with 3/16”
Flat Washers
H4
1795 2469
S7
S2
0839
Wood Parts
1 x Top Back 1 x 5 x 38-1/2”
1 x CE Gap Board 1 x 4 x 38-3/4”
1795
0839
H4
1/4” Flat
Washer
1/4” Lock
Washer
1/4” T-nut
x 2
S7

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Step 5: Attach Chalk Wall Tarp to Fort
Part 3
G: From inside the assembly attach Chalk Wall Tarp to (1795) Top Back, 1/2” in from the edge of the tarp, with 4
evenly spaced (S5) #8 x 1/2” Pan Screws (with #8 at washer). (g. 5.4)
H: Measure 1” up from (1761) Side Joist then attach Chalk Wall Tarp to (2463) Floor Back with 4 evenly spaced
(S5) #8 x 1/2” Pan Screws (with #8 at washer). (g. 5.4)
8 x #8 x 1/2” Pan Screw (#8 at washer)
Hardware
Fig. 5.4
S5
2463
1795
with
#8 Flat
Washers
(hidden)
1761
S5