SPORTSPOWER WP-518S User manual

GARDEN PLAYHOUSE
(MODEL # WP-518S)
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE
For customer service, please call 1-866-370-2131 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Eastern Time
or visit our website atwww.sportspowerltd.net
SPORTSPOWER LTD
FLAT M, 3/FLOOR, KAISER ESTATE PHASE 3, 11 HOK YUEN STREET, HUNGHOM, KOWLOON, HK
US Toll Free Number 1-800-497-6106
WARNING
Carefully read and understand the entire manual before assembling and using this
product.
This product is intended for use by children from ages 3 to 8.
Do not allow more than 4 children to use at the same time. Maximum user weight is
100lbs (45kg), with combined weight not to exceed 400 lbs (180kg)
Assembly requires at least TWO adults.
Always inspect product thoroughly before each use..
PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Dear Valued Customer
Congratulations on your wood playhouse purchase! Please read and completely understand the contents of
this owner’s manual. This manual contains specific safety instructions that must be followed to prevent injuries
and ensure proper maintenance.
This equipment is for residential use only. This play set is NOT intended for public or commercial use. The
warranty will be voided if the play set is used in a commercial application.
The product is designed for use by children between the ages of 3-8. Children must NOT play on this set until it
is properly assembled and inspected by an adult. Adult supervision is required at all times while children are
playing on the equipment. Do not allow children under six (6) years old to be near during the assembly of this
product due to choking hazards of small parts.
The equipment must be installed on level ground. Uneven ground must be leveled prior to installation.
Installation on sloping or uneven ground will put stress on the joints, causing the unit to become loose and
unstable which may result in serious injuries. You must ensure there are no obstructions or structures (e.g.
electrical wires, branches, house, fence, garage, etc) within six (6) feet from the equipment.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook recommends
to install and maintain the playground equipment over at least 9 inches of wood chips, mulch or shredded
rubber (for equipment up to 8 feet high) or sand or pea gravel (for equipment no more than 5 feet high) as
shock absorbing material. Dirt and grass, which are the most prevalent surfaces under home playground
equipment, do not adequately protect children from serious head injuries. Install protective surfacing at least
six feet in all directions from play equipment. Do not install your play set over hard surface, e.g. asphalt,
concrete, packed earth, tile or brick floor. Do not allow children to use the product during windy or wet weather
conditions.
Please thoroughly read and follow the instructions in this Owner’s Manual to ensure proper and enjoyable play
for your children. The equipment must be checked before each use and maintained regularly. This includes,
but is not limited to inspecting the play set for cracks, excess wear, missing parts, loose connections, and for
overall integrity. When the set shows any signs of weakness or damage, you must stop using the play set
immediately, properly store the set or restrict access by users until the condition is resolved.
Your product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship. Extended warranty is also offered to
those customers registering their products at www.sportspowerltd.net within 14 days from the date of purchase.
Please refer to our warranty policy at the back of this manual for details.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY PROBLEMS WITH YOUR PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE
For customer service, please call 1-866-370-2131 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Eastern Time or visit
www.sportspowerltd.net
Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safety Information 2-6
Parts 11-14
Assembly Instructions16-28
Warranty 29-30

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Carefully read all instructions in this manual before assembling and using this
product. The unit must be assembled by adults. Heavy duty working gloves must be worn to avoid injuries
during assembly.
WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLYING OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT
Observing the following statements and warnings reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal injury.
AGE AND WEIGHT LIMIT
•This product is designed to be used by up to four (4) children between the ages of 3 to 8. Maximum user
weight is 100 pounds (45.4kg) each with a combined maximum weight of 400 pounds (180kg.)
•The play set is designed for children over three (3) years of age. Use by smaller children can result in
entrapment and serious injury.
WARNING
•On-site adult supervision is required at all times for children of all ages.
•Do not allow use by children with any physical condition that may affect his/her ability to use this equipment
safely.
•Children must NOT play on this set until it is properly assembled and inspected by an adult.
•ALWAYS prevent access and secure from any unauthorized use when there is no adult supervision.
•DO NOT allow pets or other animals near the equipment to prevent damage or injuries.
•You MUST read and follow all instructions in this manual before installing or attempting to use the Wood Play Set.
•Do not 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.
•Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning labels.
•You must instruct children not to walk close to, in front of, behind, or between moving items.
•You must instruct children to remove their bike or other sports helmet before playing on the playground
equipment.
•You must dress children with full foot enclosing footwear. Examples of inappropriate footwear are clogs, flip flops,
and sandals.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
•Use the play set only when the parts are clean and dry. If the equipment is wet, the user could slip and
suffer injuries.
•Please be aware of weather conditions when using the equipment. If it is too windy, users could lose
control and suffer injuries. The playground equipment must be properly stored away or restricted from
use during inclement weather such as heavy winds or severe weather storms.
•Failure to follow these important requirements may result in the warranty being voided and/or safety
violations that may possibly result in an injury. Please watch your children carefully during the installation
and assembly of the Wood Play set to avoid injury.
•Please also pay close attention to the periodic maintenance that is required to keep you Wood Play Set in
a safe condition for maximum enjoyment of backyard fun!
Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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WARNING
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY:
•Take a complete inventory of components using the parts list.
•Sort and lay out the wood pieces. Some wooden components may twist or warp in the carton after
packaging. Usually, these parts straighten out when assembled. You may also see some cracking of the
grain. This is normal
•Sort all hardware according to size. Do not worry if extra hardware is included.
Find a suitable play location.
•You MUST install the Wood Play Set on level ground. Uneven ground must be leveled prior to installation.
The manufacturer cannot assume responsibility for any failure from incorrect installation. Installing on
sloping ground will put stress on all the joints, which will cause the set to become loose and unstable.
•Find a location where the equipment can be placed more than 6 feet from any structure or obstruction (ex:
electrical wires, branches, house, fence, garage) The safe play area refers to a zone extending 6’ beyond
the gym set on all sides, including the space above the gym set.
•The safe play area must be free of all structures, landscaping, trees and branches, rocks, wires and other
obstacles to safe play. Children can be seriously injured running into these obstacles.
•Remove any rocks or any jagged or sharp object that could endanger your children’s’ safety.
•Remove all tripping hazards from the safe play area. Tripping hazards include but are not limited to: roots,
stumps, rocks, landscaping, sprinkler heads, railroad ties, plumbing, and electrical connections.
•DO NOT install your gym set over gravel, asphalt, packed earth or any other hard surface. Please refer to
CPSC’s publication on “Playground Safety” for recommended ground covers (extracts from this
publication are included in later pages).
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS
•Please use care when disassembling the equipment. Wear heavy duty working gloves to avoid injuries.
•Fully disassemble the entire unit before disposal. Do not leave partially disassembled equipment parts in
areas accessible by children. Do not let children play with any disassembled parts destined for disposal.
WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLYING OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT
INSPECTION PRIOR TO EACH USE OR DAILY INSPECTION
•DO NOT use the equipment if any bolts or nuts are missing or loose. ALWAYS check to ensure the
equipment and all parts are well secured and stable before each use.
•ALWAYS clear the play area of any rocks, sharp objects, or any materials that could be potentially
hazardous to users.
•DO NOT attach items to the equipment that are not specifically designed for use with the equipment,
including, but not limited to, jump ropes, clothesline, pet leashes,cables and chains asthey may cause
choke hazards.
Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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•The materials used in your product are subject to normal wear. Gradual deterioration of the material will
occur, the speed of which will depend on the level of exposure to UV rays, airborne pollution, outdoor weather
conditions such as rain and wind and the amount of use. You must inspect the equipment prior to every use.
This includes, but is not limited to inspecting the set for cracks, excess wear, missing parts, loose connections,
and for overall integrity. When the set shows any signs of weakness, you must stop using the play set
immediately, properly store the set or restrict access by users until the condition is resolved.
When conducting inspections, it is recommended that you use the Outdoor Home Playground Safety
Checklist published by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, a copy of which is contained in
this user manual.
Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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The following guidelines are extracts from the Consumer Product Safety Commission Outdoor Home
Playground Safety Handbook. It is recommended that you read the entire handbook and take
necessary precautions to prevent serious injuries to your children, including:
CHOOSING A SITE
•When you choose a home playground, a location away from roads and driveways and readily visible from
inside the home and patios or porches, is important.
•Create a site free of obstacles that could cause injuries-such as low overhanging tree branches,
overhead wires, tree stumps and/or roots, large rocks, bricks and concrete.
•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. Some sites may need regrading to
improve drainage or to reduce the slope.
•Locate play set at least 6 feet from any structure or obstacles, such as a house, fence, sheds, trees or
poles. Swings should be further away from structures to the front and rear of the swings-a distance equal
to twice the height of the top bar from which the swing is suspended.
•Locate bare metal platforms and slides out of direct sunlight to reduce the likelihood of serious burns. A
slide that faces north will receive the least direct sunlight.
SELECT PROTECTIVE SURFACING
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 set. 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:
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 generally not adequate protective surfacing.
Loose-Fill Materials
•Maintain a minimum depth of 9 inches of loose-fill materials such as wood mulch/chips, engineered wood
fiber(EWF), or shredded/recycled rubber mulch for equipment up to 8 feet high; and 9 inches of sand or
pea gravel for equipment up to 5 feet high. NOTE: An initial fill level of 12 inches will compress to about a
9-inch depth of surfacing over time. The surfacing will also compact, displace, and settle, and should be
periodically refilled to maintain at least a 9-inch depth.
•Use containment, such as digging out around the perimeter and/or lining the perimeter with landscape
edging. Don’t forget to account for water drainage.
•Check and maintain the depth of the loose-fill surfacing material. To maintain the right amount of loose-fill
materials, mark the correct level on play equipment support posts. That way you can easily see when to
replenish and/or redistribute the surfacing.
•Do not install loose fill surfacing over hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use.

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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.
•Installations of these surfaces generally require a professional and are not “do-it-yourself” projects
•Review surface specifications before purchasing this type of surfacing. Ask the installer/manufacturer for
a report showing that 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.
•Check the protective surfacing frequently for wear.
Placement
•Proper placement and maintenance of protective surfacing is essential. Be sure to:
•Extend surfacing at least 6 feet from the equipment in all directions.
•For to-fro swings, extend protective surfacing in front of and behind the swing to a distance equal to twice the
height of the top bar from which the swing is suspended.
INPORTANTINFORMATION
Important –Please read these instructions fully before assembly or use.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH PLAY SEASON:
Tighten all hardware.
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 non-lead paint meeting the
requirements of 16 CFR 1303.
Check all wood members for deterioration and splinters. Sand down splinters and replace
deteriorating wood members.
Reinstall any plastic parts, such as swing seats or any other items that were removed for the cold
season.
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth. Replace as needed.
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 needed.
ONCE A MONTH DURING PLAY SEASON:
Lubricate all metallic moving partsper manufacturer’s instructions.
Check all moving parts including swing seats, ropes, cables and chains for wear, rust or other
deterioration. Replace as needed.
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth. Replace as needed.
AT THE END OF EACH PLAY SEASON:
At the end of each play season or when the temperature drops below 32 degrees F (0 degrees
C).
Remove plastic swing seats and other items as specified by the manufacturer and take indoors
or do not use.
Rake and check depth of loose fill protective surfacing materials to prevent compaction and to
maintain appropriate depth. Replace as needed.
As a general rule, maintenance should be performed at any time it is deemed necessary.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS
Please use care when disassembling the equipment, when it is no longer in operational condition.
Wear heavy duty working gloves to avoid injuries.
Fully disassemble the entire swing and slide sets before disposal. Do not leave partially
disassembled parts in areas accessible by children.
Should you wish to recycle the steel tubing, please take the frame to your local recycling center.
All plastic parts can be recycled, take it to your local recycling center. Do not let children play with
any disassembled parts meant for disposal, such as chains, slide, tubing, bolts, nuts, screws, etc.

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All rusted parts, bolts must be properly disposed of in trash bin.
Outdoor Home Playground Safety Checklist
Use this to help make your home playground a safe place to play!
Supervision Be sure to always supervise children on play equipment.
Surfacing
Install a protective surface under and around play equipment to reduce the likelihood of serious head
injurise.
For most play equipment ,installprotectiove surfacing 6 feet in all directions beyond the equipment.
For swings,extend protective surfacing in front and back of the swing
to a distance that is twice the height of the bar from which the swing is
suspended.
For tire swings,install protective surfacing outward from the swing equal to
the suspension chain plus 6 feet.
Types of
Surfacing
Carpeting and thin mats are not adequate as protective surfacing.Maintain at least 9 inches of loose-fill
material (see page6)or use an ASTM F1292 rated material at the depth required for the equipment
height.
Use wood mulch/chips,shredded rubber mulch,or engineered wood fiber
for equipment up to 8 feet high.
Use sand,peagravel,or mulch products listed above for play equipment up
to 5 feet high;or
Use surface mats tested to provide impact protection equal to or greater
than the height of the play equipment.
Equipment
Maintenance
Periodically check nuts,bolts,caps,swingseats,suspensionropes,chains,
and cables and replace as necessary.Maintain loose-fill surfacing and surface mats.
Opening
Eliminate openings that can trap a child's head or neck,such as openings in guardrails or ladders.Openings
should be smaller than 3 1/2 inches to prevent entry of a small child's body,or larger than 9 inches to
allow a child's head and body to slide completely through.
Ropes
Never attach jump ropes,clotheslines,petleashes,or cords of any kind to play equipment.Anchor any
climbing ropes at both ends.Remove drawstrings from children's clothes.Children can strangle on
these.
Anchors Bury or cover anchors with adequate surfacing material to prevent tripping.Play equipment should not tip
over.
Guardrails
or
Barries
Make sure that platforms and ramps over 30 inches high have guardrails or
barriers to prevent falls.
Repair
Repair sharp points or deges on equipment that can cause injuries.
Upkeep of
Hardware
Replace missing hardware,eliminate protruding bolts,and close "S" hooks that can cause injuries.
OUTDOOR HOME PLAYGROUND SAFETY CHECKLIST
Use this to help make your home playground a safe place to play!

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Tools Required for Assembly (NOT INCLUDED)
These are the tools that are generally required for installation
Electric Drill
Phillips Head Screw Drive
3
⁄16” bit
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Tape Measure
Ladder or Step Tool
Working Gloves