SPORTSPOWER WP-587 User manual

Wood Playhouse with Bench
MODEL # WP-587
OWNER’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE AND USER INSTRUCTIONS
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
For customer service, please call 1-866-370-2131 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Eastern Time
or visit our website at www.sportspowerltd.net
SPORTSPOWER LTD
FLAT M, 3/FLOOR, KAISER ESTATE PHASE 3, 11 HOK YUEN STREET, HUNGHOM, KOWLOON, HK
WARNING
This product is intended for use by children from ages 3 to 8.
This unit is designed for use by up to 3 children at one time. Maximum weight of each user is 100
lbs.(45kg), with combined weight not to exceed 300 lbs.(136kg)
Assembly requires at least TWO adults.
Always inspect product thoroughly before each use.
PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Dear Valued Customer,
Congratulations on your wood playhouse with bench purchase! Please read and completely understand the
contents of this owner’s manual. This manual contains specific instructions that must be followed to prevent
injuries.
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. For swings, the surface should extend, in back and front, twice the height of the
suspending bar. 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. You should consult a
local licensed contractor about ways to anchor the product in your location.
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
INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTIONS…....................……………………………………………………………...............… 2
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS…………………...……….……………...............… 4
IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION SHEET…………………..……………………………….. 9
GROUND COVER………………………………………………………………………………….…..…... 14
COMPLETE PRODUCT VIEW…………...……………………...………………………………….…..... 15
TOOLS NEEDED………………………………………………………………………………………..…. 16
WOOD PARTS LIST…………………………………...………………………………………………...... 17
HARDWARE PARTS LIST………………………...………………………………..…………….…….... 19
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS……………………………………………..…… 21
AREAOF INSTALLATION –PLAYHOUSE….................…….……………..............……...……....... 21
AREAOF INSTALLATION –BENCH...............................…………………………............……........ 31
PRODUCT WARRANTY................................………………...……………………………………........ 41
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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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 ASSEMBLING OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT
AGE LIMIT
This product is designed to be used by up to three (3) children between the ages of 3 to 8
.
Maximum user weight is 100 pounds (45kg) each with a combined maximum weight of 300 pounds
(136kg.)
The play set is designed for children over three (3) years of age. Use by smaller children can result
in entrapment and serious injury.
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.
IMPORTANT:
Children must NOT play on this set until it is properly assembled and inspected by an adult.

The Wood Play Set must be properly installed and anchored BEFORE children can play on the
Wood
Play Set.
You MUST read and follow all instructions in this manual before installing or attempting to use the
Wood Play Set.
Failure to follow these important requirements may result in the warranty being voided and/or serious
injury. Please supervise your children carefully during the installation and assembly of the Wood Play
set.
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!
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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. Label each piece of wood for easy reference. For easy identification
during the assembly process, write the board’s letter on masking tape and adhere to each piece of the
wood. 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 safe 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, tress and branches, rocks, wires and other
obstacles to safe play. Children can be seriously injured running or swinging 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. The following is a
list of recommended ground covers from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
SUGGESTED MATERIAL
UNCOMPRESSED DEPTH
Double Shredded Bark Mulch 9”
Uniform Wood Chips
12”
Fine Gravel 12”
Fine Sand
12”
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Carefully read all instructions in this manual before assembling a
nd 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 ASSEMBLING OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT AGE LIMIT
PLAY SUPERVISION
DO NOT allow children to walk too close to moving parts.
ALWAYS keep a safe distance to avoid being
struck by other children while playing on.
Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning labels.
Observing the following statements and warnings reduces the likelihood of serious or fatal injury.
Warning the owner to instruct children not to use the equipment in a manner other than intended.
DO NOT allow children to jump off the equipment while it is in motion. ALWAYS come to a full stop before
dismounting.
ALWAYS dress children appropriately for safe play, e.g. wear well-fitted rubber sole shoes, and remove
loose or sharp items such as jewelry, hair accessories, scarf, ponchos which may become entangled in
the equipment or cause injuries.
ALWAYS make
sure children remove their bike or other sports helmets before playing on the playground.
Helmets can become entrapped in playground, posing a strangulation hazard.
DO NOT allow children to climb onto swing or jump to and from different play areas of the
equipment.
ALWAYS return safely to the ground before approaching another play area.
DO NOT allow children to climb on structural parts (e.g. legs, top bar). These are structural components
and are not designed for play.
ALWAYS check the slide or other pa
rts exposed to the body for extreme heat from the sun before
allowing children to use the equipment.
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.
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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 as
they may cause choke hazards.
The wood, steel and plastic parts used in your product are subject to normal wear. Gradual
deterioration of the material will occur, t
he 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
inspectin
g 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.
Verify that the suspended climbing ropes, chain or cable are secured at both ends and
tightened, so that there is no loose ropes, chain or cable hanging that can result in choking
hazard.
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 nonlead-based 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 necessary.
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.
ONCE A MONTH DURING PLAY SEASON:
Lubricate all metallic moving parts per manufacturer’s instructions.
Check all moving parts including swing seats, ropes, cables, and chains for wear, rust, or other deterioration. Replace
as needed.
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At the end of each play season or when the temperature drops below 32°F (temperature
to be selected by the manufacturer).
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 necessary.
Owners shall be responsible for maintaining the legibility of the warning labels.
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.
WEATHER CONDITIONS

DO NOT use this equipment if the swing seat, slide or other parts are wet. 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 anchored, stored away or restricted from
use during inclement weather such as heavy winds or severe weather storms. You should consult a local
contractor about ways to anchor the product in your location.
Take indoors or do NOT use when the temperature drops below 32 degrees F.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS
Please use care when disassembling the equipment. Wear heavy duty working gloves to avoid injuries.
Fully disassemble the entire swing and climber before disposal. Do not leave partially disassembled
equipment parts in areas accessible by children.
All plastic and steel parts could be recycled. Take it to your local recycling center. Do not let children play
with any disassembled parts destined for disposal, such as chains, slide, tubing, bolts, nuts, screws, etc.
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates there are about 200,000 playground related injuries
involving children each year. Injuries involving this hazard pattern tend to be among the most serious of all
playground injuries and have the potential to be fatal, particularly when the injury is to the head. The surface
under and around playground equipment can be a major factor in determining the injury-causing potential of a
fall. It is self evident that a fall onto a shock absorbing surface is less likely to cause a serious injury than a fall
onto a hard surface. Playground equipment should never be placed on hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt
and while grass may appear to be acceptable it may quickly turn to hard packed earth in areas of high traffic.
Shredded bark, mulch, wood chips, fine sand or fine gravel are considered to be acceptable shock absorbing
surface when installed and maintained at a sufficient depth under and around playground equipment.
Table below lists the maximum height from which a child would not be expected to sustain a life-threatening
head injury in a fall onto four different loose-fill surfacing materials if they are installed and maintained at depths
of 6” (15.25CM), 9” (22.9CM), and 12” (30.5CM).
FALL HEGHT IN FEET FROM WHICH
A LIFE THREAENING HEAD INJURY WOULD NOT BE EXPECTED
TYPE OF MATERIAL
6”(15.25CM)
DEPTH
9”(22.9CM) DEPTH
12”(30.5CM)
DEPTH
Double shredded bark mulch
6”(15.25CM)
10”(25.4CM)
11”(27.94CM)
Wood Chips
6”(15.25CM)
7”(17.8CM)
12”(30.5CM)
Fine Sand
5”(12.7CM)
5”(12.7CM)
9”(22.86CM)
Fine Gravel
6”(15.25CM)
7”(17.8CM)
10”(25.4CM)
However, it should be recognized that all injuries due to falls cannot be prevented no matter what surfacing
material is used. We recommend that a shock absorbing material should extend a minimum of 6ft in all directions
from the perimeter of stationary equipment such as climbers and slides. However, because children may
deliberately jump from a moving swing, the shock absorbing material should extend in the front and rear of a
swing a minimum distance of 2 times the height of the pivot point measured from a point directly beneath the
pivot on the supporting structure.
This information is intended to assist in comparing the relative shock-absorbing properties of various
materials. No particular material is recommended over another. However, each material is only effective when
Properly maintained. Materials should be checked periodically and replenished to maintain correct depth as
determined necessary for your equipment. The choice of a material depends on the type and height of the
playground equipment, the availability of the material in your area and its cost.
Note: The maximum fall height for this product is 6 feet. The minimum ground Clearance between the bottom of
the suspended plays and the playing or ground service must be 8 inches.
This information has been extracted from the CPSC publication on" Playground Safety". You can obtain more
information by sending a postcard to the: Office of public Affairs，U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission，
Washington，D.C.20207
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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 l
ining 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.
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