TRAUMSCHWINGER BABYSCHWINGER User manual

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Manual
BABYSCHWINGER &
KINDERSCHWINGER

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Table of contents
1 Introduction .................................................................................................. 4
2 Babyschwinger/ Kinderschwinger.............................................................. 6
2.1 Babyschwinger ..................................................................................... 6
2.2 Kinderschwinger ................................................................................... 8
3 Requirements .............................................................................................. 9
4 Parts ........................................................................................................... 10
5 Assembling the height-adjustment mechanism...................................... 12
5.1 Preparing the threaded rods ............................................................... 12
5.2 Inserting the threaded rods (1) ........................................................... 12
5.2 Inserting the threaded rods (2) ........................................................... 13
5.3 Attaching the rst stainless-steel plate................................................ 13
5.4 Attaching the stainless-steel bushes................................................... 14
5.5 Inserting the steel pin into the wooden wedge.................................... 14
5.6 Placing the wooden wedge on the stainless-steel plate ..................... 15
5.7 Attaching the second stainless-steel plate.......................................... 15
5.8 Attaching the second wooden cheek .................................................. 16
5.9 Fastening the round nuts .................................................................... 16
5.10 Inserting the carabiner ...................................................................... 17
5.11 Finished height-adjustment mechanism ........................................... 17
6 Connecting the net to the height-adjustment mechanism ..................... 18
6.1 Spreading out the net ......................................................................... 18
6.2 Inserting and locking the rope ends.................................................... 19
7 Suspending the net .................................................................................... 21
7.1 Suspending the net with the height-adjustment mechanism .............. 21
7.2 Inserting the crossbar ......................................................................... 21
7.3 Inserting the lateral bars ..................................................................... 22
7.4 Attaching the rope bag........................................................................ 23

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8 Assembling the foot rest (optional).......................................................... 23
8.1 Inserting the crossbar ......................................................................... 24
8.2 Inserting the lateral bars ..................................................................... 24
8.3 Adjusting the foot rest ......................................................................... 25
8.4 Assembling the foot rest ..................................................................... 26
9 Using the BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER .............................. 26
9.1 Care .................................................................................................... 27
9.2 Cleaning.............................................................................................. 27
9.3 Washing instructions........................................................................... 28
9.4 Adjusting the sitting height.................................................................. 29
9.5 Adjusting the sitting position ............................................................... 30
9.6 Sitting down, enjoying and getting up................................................. 30
IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY!
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

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1 Introduction
The first step
into a dream life
During the rst months in the world of adults, babies miss the familiar movements
of the womb. The BABYSCHWINGER provides them with a familiar experience:
swinging movements that allow the little ones to gently slip into new dream worlds.
The gentle rhythm of the circular or spiralling swinging movement creates a
feeling of tranquillity that reduces stress in a natural way. The swinging movement
harmonises the energy ow and reduces unrest, tantrums, agitation and sleeping
problems.
This manual explains the assembly and use of your BABYSCHWINGER. As the
different TRAUMSCHWINGER sizes feature the same design, the individual steps
are demonstrated on the basis of the L model.

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Our TRAUMSCHWINGER suspended chairs are pieces of furniture that are
designed to lie down and rest. They shall not be used as gymnastic devices or
toys. If you notice damage to the material (e.g. cracks), stop using the product. If
you put an infant or baby into the net, be sure to put at least a cloth underneath.
Children shall not be permitted to use the furniture unattended. Carefully observe
the other instructions and security information in this manual and keep the man-
ual for future reference. Follow the instructions to the letter in order to prevent
danger from incorrect assembly. The setup shall be performed by adults only.
Regularly check the suspension and the height-adjustment mechanism to make
sure they are securely connected.
In the case of single-point suspension, use a swivel etc. in order to prevent shear
stress on the suspension.
Our stainless-steel suspensions with integrated slide or ball bearing do not re-
quire the use of an additional swivel.
Remove all packaging and keep it away from your child.
Only use the accessories and spare parts tested and recommended by us.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Never leave the child unattended!
Always make sure there is enough space!
The baby hammock is not a swing!
Non-compliance with the information, warning and instructions in this manual can
give rise to dangers!

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2 BABYSCHWINGER/ KINDERSCHWINGER
For these models, adjust the height of the BABYSCHWINGER in such a way that
your child can swing freely slightly above the oor. Additionally, you might want to
cover the oor with suitable material (width approx. 1.5 m). Please note that sus-
pended chairs and cradles are not swings or toys. Roll up the ends of the ropes in
the rope bag so that they are out of reach of children. Regularly check the mount,
suspension and ropes for wear and tear.
Safety information
Do not leave children unattended in the products, and do not allow little
children to play nearby unattended. If you put an infant or baby into the
net, be sure to put at least a cloth underneath. Do not use the products if
a part is broken, torn or missing. The products shall not be hung up close
to re or other intensive heat sources such as patio heaters, gas stoves
etc.
2.1 Babyschwinger
While the M to XXL models differ mainly in terms of the size, the Babyschwinger also
features a different net shape. The front and back of the net are drawn up (see gure 1) in
order to protect your child from falling out.
The Babyschwinger is suitable as an infant cradle from day 1.
Safety information
Do not use any additional mattresses except for
the optional MIRAART futon.

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In this case, convert it into a child's
chair by simply repositioning the
lateral bars. The required position
of the lateral bars is shown in gure
2. The BABYSCHWINGER can be
used as a child's chair until age 5.
Once the child is able to sit up, kneel or pull himself or herself up, the BABYSCHWINGER
shall no longer be used as cradle!
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2.2 Kinderschwinger
The KINDERSCHWINGER is suitable for children aged 3 to 10.
Optionally, it is available with a separate foot rest.

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Check the following chart for model-specic suspension data:
Before you start assembling the BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER,
install your mount. Be sure to perform the installation according to the instructions
for the respective mount.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Regularly check the mount for damage and make sure it is securely fastened!
No liability will be accepted for damage resulting from an incorrect or loose mount.
To prevent damage, make sure that the suspended chair does not touch the
ceiling or walls.
Net/model Suspension
height (min/max) Max. load Min. wall dis-
tance
Babyschwinger
1.8 m / 4.0 m
(as child's chair
1.2 m/3 m)
75 kg 65 cm
Model M 1.5 m / 3.0 m 75 kg 65 cm
For your BABYSCHWINGER, you need a mount that suits your structural cir-
cumstances and your preferences. You can get suitable mounts for our products
directly from MIRAART. We will be pleased to assist you in choosing the right
attachment.
Basically, you can choose between a wall mount, a ceiling mount, a beam mount
or a stand. Be sure that the mount you purchase is suitable for the respective load
of your BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER. If you decide to use a ceiling
mount, make sure that the suspension is suitable for your ceiling (e.g. concrete).
Ask your dealer or DIY store what kind of mount you can use for your structural
circumstances.
The fasteners must be approved by the building supervisory authority. The materi-
al we supply meets this requirement.
3 Requirements

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4 Parts
The following images and lists provide an overview of the product scope of the
BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER:
1) Cotton net
2) Universal rope bag2
3) Wooden crossbar
4) Wooden lateral bar (2 x)
2"Set" and "Setplus" editions only

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The parts shown on this page are included only when purchasing the "Set" or
"Setplus" edition of the BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER. For the other
editions, you can purchase these parts as accessories.
NOTE
All parts are cleaned upon completion of the manufacturing process.
However, we recommend cleaning some parts manually in order to prevent
soiling of the cotton ropes. Clean the recesses in the wooden bars in order
to remove any sanding residue. Use a damp cloth and some detergent
to clean the following rope-guiding metal parts of the height-adjustment
mechanism, i.e. the three stainless-steel bushes and the sides of the two
stainless-steel plates that do not have a colour sticker.
1) Wooden cheek (2 x)
2) Stainless-steel plate (2 x)
3) Carabiner
4) Round nut (6 x)
5) Stainless-steel bush with
collar
6) Stainless-steel bush (2 x)
7) Allen™ key
8) Threaded rod (3 x)
9) Wooden wedge, 9 mm
10) Steel pin

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5 Assembling the height-adjustment mechanism
The assembly of the included height-adjustment mechanism is the rst stage of
the assembly of your BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER. For this, you
need the parts from the height-adjustment mechanism box and the carabiner. The
required tool (Allen™ key) is included. The easiest way to assemble the height-ad-
justment mechanism is to do so while sitting at a table.
5.1 Preparing the threaded rods
Some metal parts have been pre-as-
sembled (for the purposes of checking
the thread). For the assembly, you
rst need to disassemble these parts.
Take the three pre-assembled thread-
ed rods, remove one of the round
nuts on each of the rods, and remove
the stainless-steel bushes from the
threaded rod. Slightly tighten the
round nut remaining on the threaded
rod. You now have three threaded
rods with one attached round nut
each.
5.2 Inserting the threaded rods (1)
Now take one of the triangular wooden
cheeks. One side of the wooden cheek
is marked with a colour sticker; this is
the inner side of the respective wooden
cheek.
Hold the wooden cheek in such a way
that the side marked with the sticker
points down. With the other hand,
insert a threaded rod with a round nut
through each of the holes.

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5.2 Inserting the threaded rods (2)
Place your free hand over the three
round nuts in order to prevent them
from falling out and reverse the wood-
en cheek. The side with the colour
sticker now points towards you. Lay
the wooden cheek down before you
in this way. The wooden cheek now
rests on the round nuts. The threaded
rods point upwards.
Take one of the stainless-steel plates. A
colour sticker indicates the side of the
stainless-steel plate that should face
the inner side of the wooden cheek.
Hold the stainless-steel plate in such
a way that the side marked with the
sticker points down. Place the stain-
less-steel plate onto the wooden
cheek, passing the threaded rods
through it. The side of the stain-
less-steel plate that is marked with the
colour sticker now lies on the side of
the wooden cheek that is marked with
a colour sticker.
5.3 Attaching the rst stainless-steel
plate
SAFETY INFORMATION
The sides of the wooden cheek and of the stainless-steel plate that are
marked with colour stickers must face each other.
This ensures that the ropes will only touch the rounded edge of the stain-
less-steel plate. Non-compliance with these assembly instructions can result
in increased wear and tear of the ropes.

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5.4 Attaching the stainless-steel
bushes
5.5 Inserting the steel pin into the
wooden wedge
Attach the stainless-steel bush with
collar to the threaded rod at the tip of
the triangular wooden cheek. Attach
the two stainless-steel bushes (with-
out collar) to the two threaded rods at
the short side of the triangular wooden
cheek.
Now take the wooden wedge and the
steel pin. Pass the steel pin through
the hole at the tip of the wooden wedge
until it evenly protrudes about 2 mm on
each side.

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5.6 Placing the wooden wedge on
the stainless-steel plate
5.7 Attaching the second stain-
less-steel plate
Put the wooden wedge with the
inserted steel pin on the previously
assembled stainless-steel plate with
one of its two smooth sides. Position
the wooden wedge in such a way
that the protruding steel pin is in the
groove of the stainless-steel plate.
Take the second stainless-steel
plate. Hold the stainless-steel plate
in such a way that the side marked
with the sticker points up. Place
the stainless-steel plate onto the
stainless-steel bushes, passing the
threaded rods through it. Make sure
that the steel pin in the wooden
wedge is also inserted in the groove
of this second stainless-steel plate.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The sides of the wooden cheek and of the stainless-steel plate that are
marked with colour stickers must face each other.
This ensures that the ropes will only touch the rounded edge of the stain-
less-steel plate. Non-compliance with these assembly instructions can result
in increased wear and tear of the ropes.

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5.8 Attaching the second wooden
cheek
5.9 Fastening the round nuts
Take the second wooden cheek.
The side of this wooden cheek that
is marked with a colour sticker must
lie on the side of the second stain-
less-steel plate that is marked with a
colour sticker.
Hold the second wooden cheek in
such a way that the side marked
with the sticker points down.
Place the wooden cheek onto the
stainless-steel plate, passing the
threaded rods through it. The side
of the second wooden cheek that is
marked with the colour sticker now
lies on the side of the second stain-
less-steel plate that is marked with a
colour sticker.
Attach the three remaining round nuts
to the three threaded rods in the holes
of the second wooden cheek. To do so,
you can use the enclosed Allen™ key.
Finally, tighten all six round nuts. Done.
The height-adjustment mechanism for
your BABYSCHWINGER/KINDER-
SCHWINGER is ready.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The round nuts can gradually loosen over time. Regularly make sure that the
round nuts are tightly fastened, and tighten them with the enclosed Allen™
key whenever necessary. If the round nuts loosen, this could result in abra-
sion of the metal parts and soiling of the ropes.

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5.10 Inserting the carabiner 5.11 Finished height-adjustment
mechanism
Take the included carabiner and
attach it to the stainless-steel bush
with collar (at the top side of the
height-adjustment mechanism).
Use the two enclosed Allen™ keys
to make sure that all metal parts are
securely fastened. Please also check
the metal parts from time to time when
using the TRAUMSCHWINGER.

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6 Connecting the net to the height-adjustment mechanism
Next, connect the net of your BABYSCHWINGER/KINDERSCHWINGER to the
height-adjustment mechanism. As you need to spread out the net to do so, we
recommend putting a blanket on the oor. Place the height-adjustment mechanism
next to the blanket. This will make the next steps easier.
6.1 Spreading out the net
Take the rolled-up net and unfold it. Remove the cloth bag containing the cross-
bar and the two lateral bars, which is tied with a knot, from the net. You can put
the cloth bag aside for the time being, as you will only need the bars in the next
section.
The net can easily be spread by lifting it entirely with both hands. For this, hold
one of the two connection knots in each hand and lift the net entirely. The net will
turn to the right position by itself. You merely need to place it on the oor in this
position.
For the next steps, make sure that the net lies on the oor in the correct position.
You can see this from the position of the label on the net. If the label is on top on
the right-hand side of the net that lies before you, the net is positioned correctly. If
the label is not yet in this position, duly turn or reverse the net.
Left
connection knot
Right
connection knot
Label

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6.2 Inserting and locking the rope ends
For material and manufacturing-related reasons, the ropes might be twisted or
entangled upon delivery. Before inserting the rope ends in the height-adjustment
mechanism, make sure that the ropes are not twisted or entangled.
Safety information
If the ropes are attached to the height-adjustment mechanism in a twisted or
entangled state, this could result in increased wear and tear of the ropes due
to damage of the rope surface.
Start aligning the ropes without twisting on the left-hand side. Hold the left con-
nection knot with your left hand and lift it until the two ropes at the corners of the
net are slightly stretched. Turn the connection knot in your hand so that the two
ropes that come out of the connection knot are not on top of each other (see the
following two gures).
When the connection knot is in this position, hold the rope pair that comes from
the top of the knot between the thumb and index nger of your right hand (see
next gure).
RIGHT WRONG

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Use your left hand to pull the rope pair
through your right hand without twisting
the ropes. When you reach the end of
the rope, switch sides. Hold the end
of the rope pair so that it will not get
twisted anew.
Hold the height-adjustment mecha-
nism with your right hand in such a
way that the wooden wedge is in the
height-adjustment mechanism about
halfway. Attach the end of the rope pair
to the left stainless-steel bush of the
height-adjustment mechanism, so that
both ropes lie next to each other on the
stainless-steel bush.
Lead the end of the rope pair out of the
height-adjustment mechanism in the
space between the bush and the wood-
en wedge. Pull this rope pair until about
40 cm hang out from the height-adjust-
ment mechanism. For the time being,
put the height-adjustment mechanism
with the inserted left rope pair on the
net.
Now take the right connection knot
with your right hand and proceed in
the same way as on the left-hand side.
Once you have attached the right rope
pair to the height-adjustment mecha-
nism as well, press the wooden wedge
into the height-adjustment mecha-
nism. This will lock the ropes in the
height-adjustment mechanism.