Slackers SLA.894 User manual
www.b4adventure.com - DC:082020
AGE: 3+
MAX WEIGHT: 200 lb (90 kg)
SLA.894 - Wooden Swing
WARNING! ADULT
ASSEMBLY REQUIRED-
This product should be
unpacked and assembled by
an adult, including site and
tree selection, as well as the
secure and proper
installation.
WARNING! ADULT
SUPERVISION REQUIRED!
SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH MAY RESULT -
Always exercise extreme
caution when using the
swing. Keep bystanders at
least 10 ft (3 m) away from
the course to avoid
collisions.
WARNING!
UNHEALTHY TREE
HAZARD - Do not attach to
or use a tree that is
diseased, unhealthy, or
damaged. It may fail,
causing serious injury or
death.
WARNING!
ONLY FOR DOMESTIC
USE
BE SAFE! ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE RULES:
• Warning! Adult supervision is required at all times.
• Warning! Only for domestic use.
• Warning! only for outdoor use.
• Risk of serious head injury or death due to falls from equipment placed over hard surfaces.
• Risk of using helmets and other items that can wrap around a child’s neck, become entangled or entrapped by
the equipment, and lead to strangulation or death.
• This product should be unpacked and assembled by an adult, including site and tree selection.
• Adult installation is required. Children should not use product until properly installed.
• Instruct children not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving swings.
• Instruct children not to twist the chains/ropes and not to loop them over the swing beam since this may reduce
the strength of the rope/chain.
• Instruct children not to jump from swings in motion
• Instruct children not to push empty swings, the seat may hit them and cause injury.
• Instruct children to sit in the center of chairs with their full weight on the seats.
• Wear close fitting clothing, NO scarves or other loose clothing.
• If worn or damaged parts are found, contact b4Adventure for replacement parts - Do not substitute with other,
non-b4Adventure parts or failure resulting in injury could result.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
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CHOOSING THE SWING LOCATION
Use extreme care when selecting a location.
• Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, packed earth, grass, carpet or any
other hard surfaces. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury or death to the equipment user.
• Caution: We recommend a soft, grass area underneath that is clear of ALL obstacles: bushes, rocks, or
anything else that could cause injury. If the grass course becomes hard-packed over time, move course
to a softer location.
• It is also recommended that you place cushioning materials in and around your swing
• See Public Playground Safety Handbook: Visit: www.cpsc.gov//PageFiles/122149/325.pdf. for
specifications.
• The minimum clearance between swing seat and the ground surface shall not less than 8 in (200 mm)
• The minimum use zone for play equipment shall extend no less than 72 in (1.8 m) from all side of the
play structure
• Select a location that is easily viewed from your house to allow for supervision and observation.
• Do not setup rope over swimming pools, ponds, streams or rivers as drowning may result.
ATTACHING YOUR SWING
Choose a tree branch with an area clear of obstacles, debris or anything that could cause injury.
• YOU MUST select a healthy tree branch that is 10 in (25 cm) in diameter or 32 in (81 cm) in
circumference at the portion of the branch you are going to attach to.
• If you are unsure about the health of your selected tree branch, consult an arborist. Tip: One good
place start looking for an arborist Visit: http://www.isa-arbor.com/findanarborist/findanarborist.aspx
• Attach to a tree branch using 2 Tree Hangers (sold separately)
B4A.109 - 6 ft (1.8 m) or B4A.110 12 ft (3.7 m)
• Simply attach your Sky Hanger to your
Swing as shown using theocking carabiner
and top loop of the swing.
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ADJUSTING THE SWING HEIGHT
MANDATORY LOAD STRESS TEST
• First check all connections
• Have 2 Adults, whose combined weight is apx. 200 lb (90 kg), pull down together on the swing.
CAUTION: make sure they are in a safe position in case the branch or structure should come down. Gradually
have them apply all their combined weight. During this process, check for breaking or cracking.
TO LENGTHEN:
TO SHORTEN:
Pull the rope up through the
figure-8 clip from the bottom,
creating a loop in the middle
of the clip, then pull the rope
up to adjust. Repeat the
process on the other side.
Pull the rope down through
the figure-8 clip from the
bottom, creating a loop in the
middle of the clip, then pull
the rope down to adjust.
Repeat the process on the
other side.
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200
LB
(90 kg)
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SWING
Take down your swing when not in use for long periods of time, this will help prevent UV damage
and weathering of materials and unsupervised usage.
At the beginning of each play season:
• Tighten all hardware - check all connections for any hint of looseness, damage, deterioration, excess wear, rope
fraying, breaks or sharp edges and replace as necessary.
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges, and corners. Replace if they are loose, cracked, or
missing.
• Check all moving parts including swing seats, ropes, cables, and chains for wear, rust, or other deterioration.
Replace as needed.
• Check metal parts for rust. If found, sand and repaint using a nonlead-based paint meeting the requirements of
16 CFR 1303.
• Reinstall any plastic parts, such as swing seats or any other items that were removed for the cold season.
• Use only b4Adventure replacement parts
Once a month during play season:
• Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Tighten all hardware - check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges, and corners. Replace if they are
loose, cracked, or missing.
• Check all moving parts: including all grips for wear, rust, or other deterioration. Replace as needed.
• Perform the Load Stress test.
• If using a step ladder or other platform, inspect it every month for looseness, stability & wear.
Twice a month during play season:
• Tighten all hardware - Check all protective coverings on bolts, pipes, edges, and corners. Replace if they are
loose, cracked, or missing.
• Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to maintain
appropriate depth. Replace as necessary.
At the end of each play season or when the temperature drops below 32° F (0° C):
• Inspect all parts for wear/damage. Replace as needed before next season of use.
• Take down your entire swing setup and store indoors.
• X.3.1.1 Loose-Fill Materials: Maintain a minimum depth of 9 in (23 cm) of loose-fill materials such as
wood mulch/chips, engineered wood fiber (EWF), or shredded/recycled rubber mulch for equipment up to
8 ft high (2.5 m); and 9 in (23 cm) of sand or pea gravel for equipment up to 5 ft (1.5 m) high. NOTE: An initial fill
level of 12 in (30 cm) will compress to about a 9 in (23 cm) depth of surfacing over time. The surfacing will also
compact, displace, and settle, and should be periodically refilled to maintain a least a 9 in (23 cm) depth.
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PRODUCT DISCLAIMER & NOTICE
The installation and use of the Adventure Sky Swing is potentially hazardous. Any person purchasing,
installing or using equipment from the b4Adventure must:
See section 4 of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Outdoor Home
Playground Safety Handbook . Visit www.cpsc.gov//PageFiles/122149/325.pdf.
Observing the following statements and warnings reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal
injury:
• Maximum user weight should not exceed 200 lb (90 kg)
• Instruct children not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items,
• Instruct children not to twist swing chains or ropes or loop them over the top support bar since this may reduce
the strength of the chain or rope.
• Instruct children to avoid swinging empty seats.
• Teach children to sit in the center of the swings with their full weight on the seat.
• Instruct children not to use the equipment in a manner other than intended.
• Do not not to allow children to wear inappropriate items, such as but not limited to, loose fitting clothing, hood and
neck drawstrings, scarves, cord-connected items, capes and ponchos. These items can cause death by
strangulation.
• Instruct children not to attach items to the playground equipment that are not specifically designed for
use with the equipment, such as, but not limited to, jump ropes, clothesline, pet leashes, cables and
chain as they may cause a strangulation hazard.
• Instruct children to remove their bike or others sports helmet before playing on the playground
equipment.
• Instruct children to dress with well-fitting and full foot enclosing footwear. Example of inappropriate
footwear are clogs, flip flops and sandals.
• Do not use when equipment is wet.
• Never add extra length to chain or rope. The chains or ropes provided are the maximum length designed for the
swinging element(s).
• Obtain training and instruction regarding proper use and safety precautions to always practice.
• Ensure proper & adequate supervision and instruction (this include the continuous use of appropriate
safety procedures & equipment) for themselves and others using the equipment;
• Check that all equipment is properly maintained, in good working order and inspected for damage or
wear prior to each use.
• You assume all risks and accept full responsibility for any injury (including death) or damages that may
occur from its use.
All the information provided by b4Adventure either printed, electronic or other, is not to be considered
professional instruction or advice. Users of this equipment are encouraged to seek professional
instruction regarding specific questions about usage, location, installation or other aspects of hanging swings.
Please save these instructions for future reference.
Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning labels.
Disposal instructions: Recycle your swing according to Local, State or Federal Laws.
PRODUCT CONFORMS TO ASTM F1148, CONSUMER SAFETY PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION FOR HOME
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
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