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1. Creeping Crawler Tunnel Crawler Arch Bars to ground Use the crawler arch bars to determine the location of the holes for the legs Dig the holes and insert the item to the correct height Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below each leg to provide additional stability Concrete the legs into the ground Arch bars have handgrips that attach the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Creeping Crawler Tunnel Crawler between platforms Position the crawler on the ground with one end level with the uprights it will connect to If the crawler is inclined you will need to raise the high end to the correct height Mark the spot for the next two uprights dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then lift the crawler into place and bolt onto the uprights using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place 10 INSTALLATION Crescent Climber Use the Crescent Climber to determine the correct hole position then dig the hole Lower the Crescent Climber into place then connect to the upright using 20mm tri lobes two on each side
2. 9 Spiral Climber see Poles Combat Climber 9 Stairs Plastic to 24 Combat 9 Stairs Plastic between platforms 24 10 Step Infill see Platform Infills Counting Panel see Panels under Step 24 Creepin 10 Step Up Pole see Poles Crescent 11 24 End Frame Joinet urae ia 11 25 Everest iii 11 StepPers alla 25 Firemans Pole see Poles Suspension Bridges sieran 25 Flex Bri 11 Swinging Balance Beam iii 26 Gym Bats 12 26 12 Tarzan 27 Hang n Glide see Overhead Items Tight Rope Crossing iii DI Helix Climber see Poles Trapeze Bars see Overhead Items HipSwivel i riali 12 28 Honeycomb Climber iii 12 Tube GClimbeti ii 28 Honeycomb Joiner iii 12 cae ee ee ere 28 Horizontal We Decease 13 T nel Chim bet rari 29 13 ia 29 Inclined Pommel Walker see Tarzan Climber Tunnel Crawler see Creeping Crawler Jungle Climber see Tarzan Climber a o Ascent ia 29 Jungle Gym see
3. 1600 Spiral Slide Piece Number Description Cranking Steps Direction 2 15 90 elbow 3 Clockwise 3 24 90 elbow 1 Anti clockwise 4 354 90 elbow 2 Anti clockwise 5 44 90 elbow 2 Anti clockwise 6 5 90 elbow 1 Anti clockwise 7 Exit 0 Any direction INSTALLATION 23 Spider Net Use the top or bottom bar to determine the position of both upright holes Dig the holes and insert the uprights ensuring that the under side of the bottom bar will sit 50mm above the finished ground surface Attach the top and bottom bars to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Attach the Spider Net to the frame using 20mm tri lobes Apply a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Ensure that the uprights are vertical then concrete into the ground Stairs Plastic Ripple Ramps to ground Mark the position of the handrails on the ground and dig two holes Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then loosely attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Attach the stairs to the platform using 17mm tri lobes entering from the underside of the platform then fasten the base of the handrails to the stairs using flanges When all bolts have been tightened concrete the footings of the handrails Stairs Plastic Ripple Ramps between platforms Using the handrails or side panels as a guide to determine the distance from one platf
4. LOW END INSTALLATION 13 Ladder Arch Ladder Use the ladder to determine the location of the holes for the legs Dig the holes insert LLL the ladder to the correct height and attach to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and os T nuts It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below each leg to provide additional stability Concrete the legs into the ground Attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes L a P gt a Mountain Climber Pyramid Climber Position the climber in place between the two uprights with the top surface level with the top of the platform From underneath the platform attach the top of the climber to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Position the two 25x25 brackets on either side of the inside of the Pyramid Mountain Climber down the length of the upright and secure the sides of the climber to the uprights using 50mm torx bolts entering from underneath the platform Start at the top and work down inserting each bolt loosely This may require some manipulation due to shrinkage or expansion common to plastics Once the climber is secure and all bolts tightened attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes Overhead Items Monkey Bars Roman Rings Triangles Hang n Glide Challenge Rail Trapeze Bars Roman Monkey Bar Wave Bars
5. ij i Tg 1 J f fo LY _Y g i Pi Cup Head Bolt Cap Nut T Nut Stainless Tech Screw Washer Security Cap M10 Security Map M6 Plastic Cap 5 8 Plastic Cap 75x75 For Tech Screws for platform holes for uprights S Hook Plastic Bush Tri lobe Driver Torx Driver Allen Key JQ O Loctite Loctite is provided in each bolt pack This should be used on any bolt used on items subject to movement or vibration Where an item requires the use of loctite it is specified in this manual Examples of items typically requiring this are the boards on bridges and rope connectors Where loctite is required only one to two drops need be applied to the thread of the bolt immediately before inserting into the nut and tightening 6 INSTALLATION Installation Playground Components Abseil Use the abseil legs to locate the correct hole position and dig hole Connect the bottom of the legs together with the tie bar using 25mm tri lobes then position the legs in the hole with the top brackets resting against the platform lining up the holes Do not fasten yet as the panel needs to be placed over the top of the brackets before fastening Attach the handgrips to the panel using 35mm torx bolts through the handgrip with an M10 nut and security cap on the inside of the panel Attach the top of the panel to the uprights using L brackets The T bracket is fastene
6. tri lobes through the lower holes on the cap section and into the centre pole to secure 3270 GROUND SURFACE UPRIGHT TOP Attach the outside of the rubber membrane to the ropes using the stainless steel clamps supplied 25mm tri lobes and T nuts Apply loctite to the bolt thread before fastening Connect the turnbuckles at the corners of the net to the brackets on the corner uprights using a 12mm D shackle pin and a shear nut the dome part of the not goes on the thread first Apply loctite to the nut before tightening Tighten until the head of the shear nut comes off the nut Remove the pre cut tab from the pin and file any sharp edges Tighten the turnbuckles uniformly using a screwdriver or similar tool inserted into the hole in the turnbuckle and rotating the turnbuckle clockwise allowing for deflection of corner ropes of no more that 100mm When the ropes are taut drill through the hole in the lower end of each of the turnbuckles right through the threaded bolts and out the other side using a 9 64 or 3 5mm drill bit and insert a spring pin This can be hammered out and replaced at a later date if the net needs adjusting INSTALLATION 17 Ramp Using the handrails or side panels as a guide to determine the distance from one platform to the next dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For exact distances see Determining Distances Between Upri
7. Note Occasionally due to human error some holes in the uprights may be missed Should this happen you can drill the holes on site You may need to check with your Forpark office first if unsure of the exact hole location For aluminium uprights a 13 5mm hole should be drilled and a threaded insert fitted a tool and some spare inserts should have been suppled with your bolt pack Ifthe uprights are steel a 9mm hole should be drilled Self tapping tap tight tri lobes will cut their own thread when inserted 4 INSTALLATION Flanges Many items connect to the uprights using moulded plastic flanges These flanges will be included in the bolt packs Square flanges are used on uprights that are square to the face of the platform Poly flanges are used when the upright is connected to the platform at an angle In many cases it may be easier to loosely fit the flanges in place on the component then fasten the flanges to the upright Each flange attaches to the upright using two 20mm tri lobes in some instances 25mm tri lobes will be supplied and can be used Once satisfied that the uprights are correctly positioned and square each flange can be secured to the component using a tech screw A security cap should be used with each tech screw as shown fitting the base to the screw before fastening The tech screw is inserted through the dimpled hole in the side of the flange and into the steel pipe using a power drill and the tech
8. Connect the sections of the tunnel slide together using 30mm cup head bolts except where the slide leg cradle attaches nuts and security caps as shown The seams on each tunnel section should be positioned vertically 22 INSTALLATION top and bottom Connect the top section to the entry panel using 50mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps Attach the slide legs to the support cradle using tap tight tri lobes Attach the cradle at the point where the lower 2 sections join with one cradle on either side of the flanges using 50mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps The steel cradles should be on the outside sandwiching the plastic flanges between them Make sure the support pipe on one of the cradles is pointing forward supporting the end section Use the slide as a guide to determine the position of the holes for the support legs and dig holes It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below each leg to provide additional stability Concrete the legs into the ground Slide Tunnel Spiral The slide is installed as detailed under Slides Tunnel Straight with the following variations 1 Additional support legs are used to support the slide however only one cradle is used at each support point Where two tunnel sections connect the cradle connects to the lower side of the flange The cradle at the exit of the slide connects on the under side while the higher cradles attach to the side of the
9. INSTALLATION 19 Roof Plastic Wave Raise the roof over the uprights and lower down with each hole in the roof over an upright ensuring the orientation matches the plan When the holes in the recesses on the underside of the roof line up with the holes in the uprights fasten using a 17mm tri lobe with washer into each upright Where multiple roofs overlap sharing common uprights each roof will need to be placed in order with the lowest roof going on first Roof Steel Attach the T brackets to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Connect the two sections of the roof together along the ridge using hex head bolts with washers and T nuts Lift the roof into place and rest it on the L brackets Fasten the lower edges of the roof to the T brackets using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts with the tri lobes pointing up from the underside Once the roof is in place tighten all bolts Rung Climber Net Climber Attach the top bracket on the rung climber net climber to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts with the T nut being on the underside of the platform applying a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Pull the chain net away from the platform at an angle of around 70 degrees until some point on the net touches the ground when taut and mark that point on the ground Dig a trench wide enough for the bar at the base of the net at that point Place the bar in
10. It is advisable to place a brick or block of wood under each leg to provide additional stability Before concreting it is important that the top of the leg support sits 55mm below the top of the collar on the upright supporting the bottom section of the slide This height can be checked using a spirit level If necessary the leg supporting the exit section may need to be manually raised jacked up Once the heights are correct and everything is square concrete the legs and uprights into the ground Slide Straight Wave Curved and Double Locate the slide in its approximate position to determine the position of the holes for slide support legs and dig the holes All slides have 2 legs at the base Curved slides and plastic 1600mm slides also have a support leg half way up the slide Attach the slide leg s to the underside of the base of the slide using 17mm tri lobes Attach the slide to the platform using 25mm tri lobes entering from the underside of the platform into the slide If the back of the slide has a metal plate in place 17mm tri lobes should be used instead It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below each leg to provide additional stability Concrete the legs into the ground Attach the slide panel as described under Panels over Slide Tunnel Straight Attach the slide panel to the platform and uprights as detailed under Panels over Plastic
11. above Each block has three holes in each side for fasteners with the exception of the angled top section which only has one hole on the lower end After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete the uprights and legs into the ground Flex Bridge Using the spacer frames or hand rail panels as a guide to determine the distance from one platform to the next Dig holes for the uprights at the opposite end of the spacer frames and insert them at the correct height Fasten the spacer frames to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Attach the platform and uprights at the opposite end After ensuring that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place On the ground clamp the ends of the rubber bridge between the support bracket and the plate and fasten using 25mm tri lobes and T nuts as shown 5 each side applying a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Make sure the top of the bracket is flush with the platform and ensure all bolts are tightly fastened Attach the support brackets to the face of the platform using 17mm tri lobes with T nuts and into the uprights using 20mm tri lobes applying a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening INSTALLATION 11 Gym Bars Position the top bar on the ground with the first end level with the uprights in it will connect to Mar
12. grips The small end of the S hook attaches to the chain and the large end connects to the lug on the top rail Allow the chain to hang into the hole If rubber surfacing is to be used a pommel chain anchor is supplied The chain should be cut just above finished ground level and the anchor connected using an S hook Ensure the chain is taut and vertical then concrete into the ground Attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes Pommel Walker Jungle Gym Position the top bar on the ground with the first end level with the uprights it will connect to Mark the spot for the next two uprights Dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the suspended chains to the top bar using S hooks ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the top rail Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then lift the top bar into place and bolt onto the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Dig a hole directly below each suspended chain and pommel Allow the chains to hang into the holes ensuring that they are taut If rubber surfacing is to be used a pommel chain anchor is supplied The chain should be cut just above finished ground level and the anchor connected using an S hook After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprig
13. hole in the lower end for attaching the handrail The top step has two holes in the back side for attaching to the platform Attach the step ladder to the platform using 17mm tri lobes entering from the underside of the platform into the holes in the back of the top step Fasten the base of the handrails to the stairs When all bolts have been tightened concrete the handrails into the ground Steppers Fasten steppers to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Dig the holes for each stepper ensuring the holes are no more than 600mm apart at the centres Install the posts on the steppers at various heights ensuring they are vertical then concrete into the ground y Suspension Bridge Using the spacer frames or hand rail panels as a guide to determine the distance from one platform to the next Dig holes for the uprights at the opposite end of the spacer frames and insert them at the correct height Fasten the spacer frames to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Attach the platform and uprights at the opposite end After ensuring that the platform and uprights are level and at 2 i Spacer Frame the correct height concrete the footings in place Attach the support brackets to the face of the platform using _ 17mm tri lobes with T nuts and into the uprights using S A 20mm tri lobes Attach the support bars on one end to the S platform by inserting hex head bolts through the nylon bushes as sho
14. lug on the rail Wobble Walker Position the top bar on the ground with the first end level with the uprights it will connect to Mark the spot for the next two uprights dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then lift into place and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Ensure that the bolts are tightened the uprights vertical and the top bar level P SS Attach the adjoining platforms and then concrete the uprights into the ground Attach the support brackets to each platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts with the T nut on the underside of the platform Connect the ropes to the top sides of each disc fastening with a 3 8 washer nut and security cap as shown Attach each plate to the underside of both ends of each disc using a 25mm tri lobe entering from underneath and a T nut on the top Apply loctite to the threads of all bolts before tightening Connect the ropes to the top bar and the chains to the discs using S hooks Ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the top rail or disc Z Balance Beam Attach the flanges to the legs as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the balan
15. of the upright Concrete the lower leg into the ground End Frame Joiner End frame joiners are used between uprights as a connector for items that would normally join onto the face of a platform The end frame joiner is bolted between the two end uprights using 20mm tri lobes Items are then attached to the end frame joiner using stainless steel cap od nuts and 30mm cup head bolts Everest Climber The various sections sit on top of each other like blocks As the component is curved the correct distance between the uprights can be measured using a square platform as a guide using the upright position on the platform diagonally opposite the first Mark the spot for the next upright dig the hole and insert the upright at the correct height Ifthe blocks are going below a curved platform install the platform and uprights first then connect the Everest blocks Because of the expanding and contracting nature of plastics the sections may be a tight fit and should be kept in a cool or shaded spot until ready to install The block that sits on the ground has a plate with legs attached which fastens to the underside of the block using two 17mm tri lobes Fasten the block itself to the uprights with 25mm button head bolts and a washer using an allen key Apply a small amount of loctite to the thread of each bolt before tightening Sit the next block on top of the one below and attach to the uprights as described
16. tunnel flanges in such a way that the support legs will point vertically down Each leg should be installed with the base 600mm below finished ground level Use this as a guide to determine the point on the tunnel that each cradle attaches All cradles are attached to the flanges using 40mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps 2 The orientation of each tunnel section is determined using a process referred to as cranking Cranking consists of placing the flanges of both sections together with the seams of the section to be attached aligned to the seams of the previous section and rotating it either clockwise or anti clockwise by the required number of bolt holes in the flanges For example 3 cranking steps would involve rotating the section by 3 bolt holes Note Clockwise is determined while standing on the ground facing up the slide Begin by attaching the 1 metre straight section to the plastic entry panel with the seams of the tunnel vertical top and bottom Connect each following section in turn aligning the seams to the previous section then rotating the section by the number of cranking steps as detailed below 1200 Spiral Slide Piece Number Description Cranking Steps Direction 2 15 90 elbow 3 Clockwise 3 24 90 elbow 1 Anti clockwise 4 354 90 elbow 2 Anti clockwise 5 4 90 elbow 1 Anti clockwise 6 Exit 0 Any direction
17. with 3 8 driver Cordless drill Shovel for digging holes preferably long handled If digging in hard ground you may need a 300mm auger and a crow bar Spirit level G clamps for holding items in place prior to bolting Stringline Wheelbarrow Vice grip pliers for closing S hooks An axe for cutting tree roots if they are in the way Concrete for footings Bricks pavers to provide stability below ground where required A basic first aid kit for emergencies Sho Oe SN a a ao IRAN Occupational Health and Safety plan and procedures if applicable Check the contents of the crate In addition to the equipment itself you should have the following Plans of the play structure Materials or packing list Tri lobe driver driver with a rounded triangular head which fits onto your 1 2 driver Hex head allen keys where required Torx Driver driver with a star shaped head which fits onto your 3 8 driver Tech Screw Driver Nuts and bolts etc Touch up paint Loctite NO CONST ON OT SiS 2 PREPARATION Securing the site while work is in progress You should ensure that the work site is clearly defined by some sort of barrier or temporary fence to ensure that children or onlookers are not in danger of injury while you work The concrete footings will need at least 24 hours to set so a barrier or fence will keep people off the equipment until it is ready to be used and until adequat
18. Inclined Web Using the side rails as a guide to determine the distance between uprights dig holes for the uprights at the opposite end of the rails For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is correct bolt the inclined side rails to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Secure the horizontal rails using clamps as shown with the lower clamps sitting at the very base of the inclined rails and the higher clamps 1880mm along the rails when measured from centre of clamp to centre of clamp HIGH END 1899 NA a af RL IP i Attach the clamps that will be used to secure the ropes to the rails according to the dimensions shown and using 17mm tri lobes and cap nuts Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread S h are ost 5 T D 05 088 Fit the net by sliding the plugs into the hole at the end of each clamp see diagram and securing in place using a 60mm cup head bold and a cap nut Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Tension the ropes as required by gently sliding the clamps slightly along the rails and then secure in place using a tech screw on both sides of each clamp into the rail red as
19. Installation Manual FORPARA AUSTRALIA g HELPING YOUNG AUSTRALIANS GROW Congratulations on selecting Forpark Australia equipment for your playground This manual provides you with easy to follow instructions that will enable you to install the equipment correctly Installing your own playground can be a simple and rewarding task and it is satisfying to be able to stand back when the job is finished and say we did that As a quality assured company our equipment complies with the following standards for play equipment as a minimum to ensure the safety of your children e AS 4685 2004 Parts 1 6 Playground equipment Safety requirements and test methods e AS NZS 4422 1996 Playground surfacing Specifications requirements and test method AS NZS 4486 1 1997 Playgrounds and playground equipment Part 1 Development installation inspection maintenance and operation You may be interested to know that Forpark Australia is a family owned Australian company and that we are the largest in house manufacturer of playground equipment in Australia We have been manufacturing playground equipment since 1979 and provide you with the benefit of the knowledge and experience that we have developed over these years This installation manual should be kept for future reference and to help you with your maintenance program A recommended maintenance schedule is provided in the rear of this manual Good luck wit
20. NCRETE FOOTINGS cavoli Leve approximately 700mm deep below each of these ore attachment points Allow the chains to hang into the holes ensuring that they are taut If rubber surfacing is to be used a pommel chain anchor is supplied The chain should be cut just above finished ground level and the anchor connected using an S hook Ensure the chains are taut and vertical Insert the steppers into the same holes as the uprights as shown with the top of the steppers approximately 400mm above the finished surface level Ensure that all uprights and steppers are vertical and that the pommel chains are taut and then concrete into the ground The pommel chains each require footings of 300mm x 300mm x 400mm deep and the upright stepper holes require footings of 300mm x 500mm x 400mm deep 2 Metre Version Install the uprights and side bars as described for the 3 metre version above Attach the top chains to the side bars using S hooks Attach the pommel chains to the side bars and the top chain as shown using S hooks Ensure that all S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the top rail Dig holes for the pommels on chains as described above Ensure that all uprights are vertical and that the pommel chains are taut and then concrete into the ground GROUND LEVEL 9 CONCRETE FOOTINGS 300x300x400mm Ti
21. Pommel Walker Vertical RunigGhmber ananas lana 30 TEaddergigga 14 Vertical Wall Chain Net see Vertical Rung Climber Monkey Bars see Overhead Items Vine Crossing see Overhead Items Motintatn Glimberi usage 14 VOICC Ripe 20 Net Climber see Rung Climber Wave Bars see Overhead Items Overhead teins iaia 14 Wave Bridge see Arch Bridge Panels over platforms iii 15 30 Panels under platforms 15 WebWali is 31 Pinnacle Climber iii 15 Wobble Walker 31 Platiorna 16 Wombat Tunnel See Panels under 16 Z Balance Beatties 31 Crab er sassy nia ao 16 Safety amp Maintenancee csssssssscsssesssesesssersssesseesees 32 Pommel Walker iii 16 Pyramid Climber see Mountain Climber Pyramid Nettare 17 Rampa 18 Ramp Joining Bracket ie 18 Rock Climbing Wall scorsi nananana 18 Rock Climbing Wall Double Sided 18 Rock Joiner see Platform Infill Prepare the site Prior to any installation you should be familiar with the requirements of AS 4685 Parts 1 6 2004 Playground equipment safety requirements and test methods particularly relating to fall zone requirements AS NZS 4422 1996 Playground surfacing specifications requirements and test method rela
22. an be installed with or without platforms If platforms are included in the design these should be added once the top bar is in place as described in the front section of this manual Connect both sections of the top bar and position on the ground in the location it is to stand Using the top bar as a guide mark the spot for the uprights on both ends Dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height The centre of the holes at the top of the uprights where the top bar joins should be 1850mm above finished ground level on the item without platforms and 2250mm where platforms are included Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual Lift the top bar into place then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes applying a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Diga hole for the support leg and insert into the ground then connect to the bracket at the top of the top bar using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Ensure that the bolts are tightened the uprights vertical and the top bar horizontal If platforms are included attach them with the other uprights then concrete all uprights into the ground The section of the seat glide will already be connected to the top bar Once the concrete has set the seat and chains should be connected using S Hooks ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips w
23. and Vine Crossing Position the overhead item on the ground with the first end level _ AA with the uprights it will connect to Mark the spot for the next two uprights dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Ensure that the bolts are tightened the uprights vertical and the i overhead item horizontal except in the case of inclined and arched items After attaching any connecting rungs steps or platforms 7 concrete the uprights into the ground Note Some 4 metre and curved items also have a support leg that needs to be attached at the centre using two 17mm tri lobes and reall T nuts Curved Monkey Bars have a support leg that is fastened Ul N into the top bar using a tap tight tri lobe Once the support legs are secure they should also be concreted into the ground 14 INSTALLATION Panels over Steel Panels The top of the panel is connected to the upright using L brackets The U bracket is fastened directly to the upright and the panel using 17mm tri lobes The base of the panel is fastened to the platform using 17mm tri lobes Th
24. and attach the platform Fit the honeycomb joiner between the platforms using 17mm tri lobes entering from the underside of the platform After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place Horizontal Web Using the side rails as a guide to determine the distance between uprights dig holes for the uprights at the end of the rails For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is correct bolt the rails to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Attach the clamps that will be used to secure the ropes to the rails according to the dimensions shown and using 17mm tri lobes and cap nuts Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Fit the net by sliding the plugs on the end of the ropes into the hole at the end of each clamp see diagram and securing in place using a 60mm cup head bold and a cap nut Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Tension the ropes as required by gently sliding the clamps slightly along the rails and then secure in place using a tech screw on both sides of each clamp into the rail
25. ards are fastened using a cap nut through the top of the board and a 40mm tri lobe through the underside of the support beam Aluminium and plastic boards are fastened by a 40mm tri lobe from the underside of the support beam Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Make sure the boards are evenly spaced then tighten all bolts Now tighten the bolts attaching the support beams to the platforms Spacer Frame Banister Slide The rails of the banister slide come in pairs The rails are positioned so that the longest end of each flange attaches to the outside edge of the platform causing the rails to be closer together Use the banister slide to determine the location of the holes for the legs Dig the holes and attach the top of the flanges of each rail to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts the T nut being on the underside of the platform It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below each leg to provide additional stability Banister slides attaching to a 1600mm platform will have detachable legs which are fastened using a tap tight tri lobe Concrete the legs into the ground Attach the handrail above the platform using 17mm tri lobes Burmese Bridge Using the handrails as a guide to determine the distance between uprights dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handra
26. base on bricks or blocks The hole in the triangular part of the bracket should sit at finished ground level as shown 900 800 600 The centre pole should be oriented so that the 2 holes at the top of the pole and the 4 holes on the flange mid way up the pole face directly toward the corner uprights The top of the centre pole should be 3270mm above finished ground level The centre pole may need support until the concrete has set Pour concrete around the base of the four corner uprights and the centre pole forming a footing of 500mm x 500mm x 600mm deep Taper the top of the concrete so that water won t pool around the uprights Be sure the top of each concrete footing is 300mm and the rails 200mm below finished surface level Check that the uprights and centre pole are vertical and leave for 2 days ideally to allow concrete to set Connecting the Net Lower the rubber membrane over the centre pole and fasten to the flange using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts with a washer between the bolt head and the rubber The rubber sits on top of the flange with tri lobe and washer entering from the top and T nut underneath Apply loctite to the bolt thread before fastening Lift the net over the centre upright and sit the cap on top of the centre pole ensuring that the net is orientated so that the holes in the cap line up with the holes in the pole One or two ladders will be required for this Insert 2 tap tight
27. ce beam using tap tight tri lobes FE Using the balance beam to determine the hole positions dig holes 700mm decp pd Insert the legs into the holes and after ensuring the beam is level concrete into the A ground INSTALLATION 31 Before Leaving the Site Check that all bolts are tightened Check that all concrete footings are 300mm below the finished surface level where loose fill material is used Check that the structure is solid with all uprights secure in the ground Check your softfall ensuring that your fall zones and the depth of the softfall are correct Touch up any scratches on the paintwork OOLU LU Remove all rubbish and packaging from the site Safety and Maintenance Inspections To ensure that your equipment remains in a safe condition we recommend Q that you establish a schedule of safety and maintenance inspections and record the details of your inspections in a logbook In this manner any minor repairs are done as soon as they are required and your equipment will remain in safe condition In the event of an accident occurring on your play equipment your records of these inspections are proof that your duty of care has been maintained We recommend that your play equipment be inspected with varying degrees of detail on a frequency basis as outlined on the following page Any spare parts that may be required for your play equipment will be available through your local Forpark Austral
28. crete them into the ground Connect the balance beam to the U chains and the end brackets using S hooks Ensure the S hooks L are fully closed using vice grips Attach the brackets the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts or to the end frame joiner using stainless steel cap nuts and 30mm cup head bolts HD The balance beam without handrails is connected in the same fashion as above but the end frame should be installed so that there is a distance of 1815mm between upright faces Tarzan Climber Jungle Climber A with the uprights it will connect to You will need to raise the other end to the correct angle For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Mark the spot for the el next two uprights Dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the platform and uprights at the opposite end Position the top bar on the ground between uprights with one end level n J Attach the suspended chains to the top bar and the chain anchors to the base of the chain using S hooks Ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the top rail gt Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flange
29. d directly to the upright using 17mm tri lobes and to the panel using 30mm cup head bolts with the nut on the outside face of the panel enclosed in a security cap The base of the panel is then fastened to the platform on the outside of the abseil leg brackets using 30mm cup head bolts entering through the outside face of the panel with an M10 nut enclosed in a security cap on the underside of the platform Attach the plastic climbing panels to the abseil legs using 25mm tri lobes entering through the front of the panels into the threaded holes in the legs Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Attach the abseil ropes to both sides of the climbing panels using 25mm tri lobes entering from underneath the panels Once all bolts have been tightened concrete the legs into the ground Air Surfer Position the top bar on the ground with the first end level with the uprights it will connect to Mark the spot for the next two uprights dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual Lift the top bar into place and attach the flanges to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Ensure that the bolts are tightened the uprights vertical and the top bar level After attaching any connecting platforms concrete the uprights into the ground Once the concrete has set connect the foot suppo
30. described above in panels over The support bracket is then fastened to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes PANEL UNDER SUPPORT BRACKET Wombat Tunnels are fastened to the uprights in the same way but have legs that need concreting into the ground Counting Panels are attached bolting their flanges directly into the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Pinnacle Climber Position the pinnacle climber on the ground with the first end level with the platform it will connect to If the climber is inclined you will need to raise the high end to the correct angle Mark the spot for the next two uprights dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Dig other holes for the connecting platform as required and attach the platform and uprights Lift the pinnacle climber into place and attach to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place Attach the handgrips to the uprights on both ends using 20mm tri lobes INSTALLATION 15 Platform Infill Step Infill Loosely attach the top of the infill to the upper platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Attach the bottom of the panel to the lower platform in the same way Both top and bottom should be fastened with four bolts each When the infill is in place tighten all bolts Infills between a
31. e a tapered top so that water won t pool around the upright Where loose fill surfacing is used ensure that the concrete is at least 300mm 5 below the finished surface level or that the footing is effectively covered by a items of equipment in such a way that they do not present a hazard Note If the ground is soft or likely to be subject to settling it is best to use an additional 100mm of concrete on the footing below the upright This may need to set before placing the upright in place 300 Free standing items may require a larger footing as detailed individually INSTALLATION 5 Fasteners All holes in aluminium uprights require nutserts threaded inserts fitted in the holes In the case of steel uprights many of the holes will require tap tight tri lobe bolts self tappers which fasten directly into the uprights These tap tight tri lobes are identified by the letters BX in small print on the head and by a slightly triangulated and concave end at the base of the thread Regular tri lobes are used when connecting to T Nuts Cap Nuts and nutserts In some instances tri lobe bolts will be replaced with torx bolts Both will do the same job This will be particularly common where stainless steel fasteners are used The commonly used fasteners are shown below Tri lobe 17mm Tap Tight Tri lobe Button Head Bolt Torx Bolt Counter Sunk Bolt 25mm 40mm Stainless Steel
32. e base of the slide entry panel fastens to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Plastic Panels arched top The top of the panel is connected to the upright using L brackets The T bracket is fastened directly to the upright using 17mm tri lobes and to the panel using 17mm tri lobes and cap nuts The base of the panel is fastened to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and cap nuts Bubble Panels The top of the panel is connected directly to the upright using 40mm tri lobes and 10mm washers The base of the panel is fastened to the platform using 20mm tri lobes and cap nuts Routed Tri laminate Panels The top of the panel is connected to the upright using L brackets The T bracket is fastened directly to the upright using 17mm tri lobes and to the panel using 30mm cup head bolts with the nut on the outside face of the panel enclosed in a security cap The base of the panel is fastened to the platform using 30mm cup head bolts with the nut on the outside face of the panel enclosed in a security cap Panels under platform Panels under are fastened at the top of the panel using the same fasteners as panels over The bottom of steel panels and moulded plastic panels is fastened using L brackets on either side using the same fasteners as described above in panels over Routed tri laminate panels are fastened to a panel under support bracket using the same fasteners as
33. e soft fall surfacing has been installed Preparation for installation 1 Before you commence installation you should familiarise yourself with the general instructions found on pages 3 to 7 of this manual The various individual items of your equipment will be covered later in the manual 2 Once ready to commence installation you should lay out the equipment and ensure that you have all items detailed on the materials or packing list 3 Group the numbered uprights together in order of their installation so that they are readily available as required see Reading Plans below 4 Lay the equipment out roughly on the ground to ensure that it fits within the prepared area and that all required fall zones are met 5 Determine the proposed finished surface level and use a string line to set this level This will help in ensuring that the platforms and other items are set at their correct height above ground level Reading the Plans You have been supplied with two types of plans one showing the actual layout of the equipment and the other showing the position of the uprights See below for examples of both plans The upright plan contains a number of squares representing each upright and their locations corresponding with the uprights in the equipment layout plan The figures inside each square represent the upright number and the height of that upright e g upright 1 below is 3 0m in length The letters on the outside of each sq
34. e teams to work outwards in both directions at the same time Before commencing the installation ensure that you have allowed for the correct fall zone between the equipment and the edge of the soft fall surface To install the platform place the uprights into the holes ensuring that the identification numbers on the base of the uprights match the identification numbers on the upright plan It may help to place a platform on the ground as a guide to enable you to work out the correct positioning of the upright holes This initial platform will set the height for many of the other components to be subsequently attached so it is important that its height in relation to the finished ground surface is correct 47 Once the uprights are in the holes at the correct height lift the platform into place and fasten each corner to the upright by bolting from the underside of the platform into the upright using 20mm tri lobes Refer to the upright plan to determine the correct orientation of each upright It is important to make sure that the platform is level and at the correct height and the uprights vertical Attach any panels both over and under the platform as described in the section of this manual titled panels This will provide additional stability before the concrete is poured and sets Once satisfied that the platform is level and the uprights vertical concrete the uprights and fill the holes packing the soil firmly
35. e to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Attach the web wall to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Apply a small amount of loctite to all threads before tightening Once the web wall is secure attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes Free Standing Determine the correct hole positions for the uprights by using the top rail or a platform as a measure The space between the uprights is 870mm or the same as the distance between uprights on a square platform Attach the flanges to the top rail as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes connect the rail between the uprights using flanges level with the top of the web wall Ensure the depth is correct and concrete both uprights into the ground Leave 30 INSTALLATION TTIT L A TTTT TT TT NL 1 f w 4 the concrete sufficient time to firm before attaching the ropes Once the concrete is set and the uprights are firm attach the side ropes on the web wall to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Apply a small amount of loctite to all threads before tightening Attach the top rope to the rail using an S hook ensure that the S hook is fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the
36. form Start at the top and work down Once the rock climbing wall is secure attach the handgrips or entry panel above the platform B p Rock Wall Double Sided The Rock Wall can either be assembled completely on the ground and then lifted into A place if it is a free standing item or if it is connected to other parts of the equipment the wall can be connected to the uprights once they are in the ground Use the rock wall da to determine the position of both upright holes Dig the holes and insert the uprights ensuring that the position for the height of the top rail is no greater than 2350mm from n the finished ground surface i Mari Attach the brackets to the rock wall using a 17mm tri lobe and a 10mm washer through the bracket and a T nut and nylon washer through the reverse side of the wall Position the rock pe wall in place between the uprights and fasten using 17mm tri lobes Connect the rail above 2 the rock wall using flanges After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete the uprights into the ground 18 INSTALLATION Roof Plastic 2 Way Attach the L brackets to the uprights using two 17mm tri lobes on each bracket Connect the two sections of the roof together along the ridge using 17mm tri lobes with washers and T nuts Lift the roof into place and hold it in place level with the T brackets Fasten the ro
37. g is at the recommended depth and top up if necessary Q Check that a synthetic surface is in good condition and securely in place to provide impact absorption 1 Check that any soft fall surfacing borders are secure in the ground do not constitute trip points and have no rough or sharp edges 1 Check the area for overgrown bushes or hazards that may have intruded into the play area over time Equipment 1 Check all fasteners and tighten and replace any that are missing 1 Check that all uprights and components are secure in the ground and that no footings are showing through the soft fall Q Check steel play equipment for rust or corrosion All metal play equipment will show some signs of breakdown over time and this may be exacerbated by a marine environment Replace any badly corroded parts Check timber equipment for splintering and warping Replace any damaged items Check all moving parts for excessive wear and replace any worn items Check all chain links for wear and replace any damaged items UUD LU Check for any bending or cracking of steel components and replace where necessary U Check all paint work and touch up any areas that are worn or chipped COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION Frequency Annually On a yearly basis it is advisable to have your equipment checked by someone who is qualified in playground equipment maintenance or by an engineer Surfacing and Equipment LI In additio
38. ght Rope Crossing Position the top bar on the ground between uprights with one end level with the uprights it will connect to Mark the spot for the next two uprights Dig p all the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the platform ed and uprights at the opposite end Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then lift into place and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete them into the ground To connect the upper and lower chains attach the brackets to each platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Attach the chains to the brackets using 8mm S hooks Ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to T _ es the support bracket U U INSTALLATION 27 J Tread Mill gt Attach the flanges to the rung as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then use the rung which will sit below the finished ground level to determine the position of both upright holes 870mm between upright faces Dig the holes with a trench between them to allow for the rung and insert the uprights Attach the rung to the uprights using flanges Lift the tread mill into place and bolt into the uprights using 17mm tri lobes The top of the tread mil
39. ghts at the front of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is correct bolt the handrails to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Dig holes for the uprights on the connecting platform and attach the platform Where the ramp goes to ground an end frame joiner is used between the lower uprights see end frame joiners si Fit the ramp between the platforms using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts When joining onto end frame joiners use stainless steel cap nuts and 30mm cup head bolts When joining a ramp between 2 platforms or between a platform and an End Frame Joiner it is necessary to insert a Cargo Plate 5mm spacer between the ramp and platform on one end only When connecting to a Ramp Joining Bracket this is not necessary After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place i Ramp Joining Bracket Ramp joining brackets are used between uprights as a connector between two ramps The joiner is fastened to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes The ramps are then connected either side of the joiner and fastened using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Rock Climbing Wall Position the rock climbing wall in place between the two uprights with the top just below the bottom of the platform Using 17mm tri lobes attach the sides of the wall to the uprights entering from underneath the plat
40. h your installation Darryl G Hansen Managing Director Prepatation eenean aaia nea lata 2 Roll Over Bar see Rung Installation Platforms Uprights and Fasteners Roman Monkey Bar see Overhead Items Platformsand Uprichts riai aan 4 Roman Rings Triangles see Overhead Items Rlinses 5 Roof Plastic 2 Way iii 19 Determining Spacing between Uprights 5 Roof Plastic 4 Way iii 19 Concrete Footings sisirin iimo resies eirin 5 Roof Plastic Curved Arched amp 19 E 6 Roof 20 Installation Playground Components Roof Steel 20 7 Rang Clim DGB ss 20 7 Riding 20 Arch Bridge 7 ii 21 Arch Bars see Creeping Crawler Seat Gd 21 Arch Ladder see Ladder Spiral ES 21 Ball Climber see Poles Slide Straight Wave Curved and Double 22 Batinni ster Slide 8 Slide Tunnel straight iii 22 Burmese Bridge iii 8 Slide Tunnel Spiral iii 23 Cargo Net see Rung Joiner Spider Climber see Poles Challenge Rail see Overhead Items cashes 24 Chin Up Bar see Rung Spider Pole see Poles
41. hat the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place If the tube climber goes to ground attach the top panel to the platform Connect the top section to the panel as described above then join the middle and bottom sections The support bracket will need to be attached to the inside face of the bottom section s lower flange using 40mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps Attach the slide legs to the support cradle using tap tight tri lobes The bottom section will need to be supported in place until the support bracket is attached and concreted into the ground Tube Net Use the Tube Net Rail to determine the distance between uprights For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Dig holes for the uprights Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct Attach the flanges to the tube net rail as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical Lo concrete them into the ground Attach the Tube Net to the rail using S hooks lt ensuring that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the support rail and to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes The plates sup
42. hts vertical concrete the uprights and the lower end of the chains into the ground 16 INSTALLATION DC 5 i La RO PAR la gt L gt b b 4 1 i LL re a Pyramid Net The Pyramid Net can either be installed as a free standing unit or as part of another structure connected via a shared upright The net has four uprights forming a square each upright is 2835mm apart when measured from centre to centre and a central post The outside uprights are held in position by four rails which will sit 200mm below finished ground level Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then use the rails to determine the hole positions for the corner uprights ensuring that they form a perfect square Dig holes 500mm x 500mm wide and 900mm deep then dig trenches 250mm deep between each of the holes for the rails The hole for the centre post is the same size and must be exactly in the centre of the square the intersection of diagonal lines between opposing corners ND LEVEL After connecting the rails to the corner uprights using flanges attach the brackets to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Insert the uprights into the holes and rest the
43. ia branch and our sales staff will be able to help you with any queries you may have regarding your equipment Please remember Play equipment that is well maintained remains safe and will last for many years ROUTINE VISUAL INSPECTION de Frequency At least weekly Daily inspections may be required where loose fill surfacing is used or in cases where the equipment is subject to heavy use or vandalism Surfacing L Check that the soft fall surfacing area is free of debris and contamination 1 Check that displacement of your loose fill surfacing material has not resulted in areas becoming shallower than the recommended depth particularly below items of equipment where falls are likely Such areas should be levelled or filled to ensure that the recommended depth is maintained Equipment L Check for vandalism and for any damaged or missing parts In the event of any damage or missing parts isolate the play equipment until repairs have been carried out 32 INSTALLATION OPERATIONAL INSPECTION 0 Frequency Every one 1 to three 3 months depending on the level of use Equipment subject to heavy use or vandalism may need to be inspected more frequently Any problems identified should be addressed on a priority basis taking into account any safety implications Surfacing and Surrounds 1 Check that the soft fall surfacing area is free of debris and contamination 1 Check that a loose fill soft fall surfacin
44. ide uprights are supported by other items the net could be attached on the same day Attach the top of each net to the top bar using 20mm tri lobes applying loctite Attach the clamps that will be used to secure the ropes to the bottom rails 17mm tri lobes and cap nuts applying loctite Fit the net by sliding the plugs on the ends of the ropes into the hole at the end of each clamp see diagram and securing in place using a 60mm cup head bold and a cap nut applying loctite Tension the ropes as required by gently sliding the clamps slightly along the rails and then secure in place using a tech screw on both sides of each clamp into the rail INSTALLATION 29 Vertical Rung Climber and Vertical Wall Chain Net Use the top bar to determine the position of both upright holes Dig the holes and insert the uprights ensuring that the height at the top of the top bar is no greater than 2 5 metres from the finished ground surface Attach the bracket at the top of the rung climber or chain net to the top bar using stainless steel cup head bolts and cap nuts applying a small amount of loctite to the thread before tightening Lift the top bar into place and bolt into the uprights using 17mm tri lobes If the item is free standing it may be easier to connect the top bar to the uprights prior to placing the uprights into the holes Dig a trench between the two uprights for the chain Place the lower end of the rung c
45. ights at the front of this manual Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Attach the platforms or end frame joiners to the uprights After ensuring that the uprights are vertical concrete them into the ground Attach the support brackets to each platform using 17mm tri lobes at the sides into the uprights and onto the platform face with T nuts Connect the ropes boards and support chains as shown using 50mm torx bolts entering the plates welded on the chain from underneath and a 3 8 washer between the eye nut and the board Apply loctite to the thread of the eye nut and tighten Connect the top of each rope to the rails and the ends of the support chains to the platform brackets using S hooks Ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the top rail and platform bracket Step Ladder Attach the flanges to the handrails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then using the handrails as a guide mark the position of the handrails on the ground and dig two holes Loosely attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Assemble the steps bolting the aluminium steps to the side rails using 17mm tri lobes Each side rail has a
46. ils For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is correct attach the flanges to the handrails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that the uprights are vertical concrete them into the ground Attach each bracket to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts or to the end frame joiner using stainless steel cap nuts and 30mm cup head bolts applying a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Attach the chains to the brackets and rails using 8mm S hooks Ensure the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips The small end of the S hook attaches to the chain and the large end connects to the lug on the rails 8 INSTALLATION Cliff Climber Use the frame to locate the correct position to dig holes and attach the frame to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Attach the boards to the frame using 40mm tri lobes through the front of the boards and T nuts on the underside of the frame Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes Once all bolts have been tightened concrete the legs into the ground Combat Climbe
47. ing 17mm tri lobes and T nuts The top of the tunnel is attached to the uprights using L brackets with 17mm tri lobes and T nuts on the tunnel and 17mm tri lobes into the uprights Note Curved tunnels are attached to a hole panel using 50mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps as shown The hole panels are attached to the platforms as described under panels Tunnels under are fastened at the bottom to a panel under support bracket which attaches to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place CLAMP ASSEMBLY y 50Nb PIPE Twista Use the bottom bars and the top bar to determine the distance between uprights Dig holes for the uprights Attach the flanges to the bottom bars as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is correct bolt the bottom bars in place using 20mm tri lisa lobes and top bar using 17mm tri lobes applying a small amount of loctite to the thread before tightening After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete them into the ground If the Twista is a free standing item the net should not be attached until the next day allowing for the concrete to set If the Twista is part of a structure and the outs
48. ith the small end of the S Hook joining the chain Slide Spiral E The Spiral Slide upright is made up of two sections which will be connected once the slide is in place The top of the lower oo round section sits level with the bottom of the platform ensuring that the platform is level and is off set as per the g diagram The upper section will not be connected to the Upper square platform and to the lower section until the slide is in place so ae 1 5 SE upright care will need to be taken to ensure that the round upright is in the correct position and at the correct level It is advisable to place a brick or block below the round upright to prevent it sinking lower into the ground as the slide sections are fitted Once the round upright is in place lower the bottom exit section of the slide onto it The resting point of this section is determined by a collar on the lower part of the upright Use this section to determine the location of the hole in the ground for the slide legs and dig the hole Do not concrete the legs into the ground at this stage as the levels will need to be checked once the slide is assembled Slide the other sections of the slide in order into place over the round upright The corresponding connecting faces of each section will be marked with the numbers 1 2 etc Bolt each piece to the section below using INSTALLATION 21 25mm tri lobes and washe
49. k the spot for the next two uprights as well as the firepole ladder and spider pole Dig the holes for the uprights and suspended attachments and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the firepole ladder and spider pole to the top bar The firepole and ladder are connected with S hooks and the spider pole is fastened using a tap tight tri lobe Ensure the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips The small end of the C S hook attaches to the chain and the large end connects to the lug on the top rail Attach the flanges to the top bar as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this C manual lift into place and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes After N B ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights and activities are vertical concrete the uprights and the 3 activities into the ground Handgrips Handgrips are attached directly to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Hip Swivel Using the handrails as a guide to determine the distance between uprights dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct Attach the flanges to the hand rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the u
50. l should be approximately 400mm above the finished ground surface After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete the uprights into the ground Attach the handgrips above the tread mill using 20mm tri lobes di Tube Climber If the tube climber exits at 900 to the entry use the corner upright on the first platform as a guide and place the new platform in place on the ground to determine the hole position for new uprights Ifthe exit is in line with the entry use another platform to determine the distance between the two platforms the distance covered by the tube climber is the same as that taken by a platform Dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Dig other holes for the connecting platform as required and attach the platform Do not concrete until the tube climber is in place For tube climbers between platforms attach both hole panels to the platforms as described under panels over plastic Attach the top and bottom sections of the tube climber to the hole panels using 50mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps but do not fully tighten the bolts until all sections are in place Once the top and bottom sections are in place position the middle section ensuring the rungs inside the tunnel have the right orientation and connect the sections using 30mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps as shown After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and t
51. limber or chain net into the trench making sure the chains hang taut After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete the uprights and the lower end of the rung climber into the ground Voice Pipe gt Voice Pipes are attached directly to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes op oOo Web Tunnel Attach the flanges to the web tunnel frame as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Attach the web tunnel to the tunnel frame using S hooks ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S hook attaching to the chain and the large end connecting to the lug on the frame Attach the remaining vertical rope to the web wall plate using a counter sunk bolt then attach the web wall plate to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts applying a small amount of loctite to the thread before tightening Attach both ends of the horizontal rope level with the platform to the outside holes on the platform using 17mm tri loves Attach the web tunnel anchors to the chains at the base of the ropes Dig three holes below the web tunnel for the chain anchors Ensure the ropes and chains are taut and concrete the anchors into the ground Web Wall Below Platform Attach the centre rope on the web wall to the web wall plate using a counter sunk bolt then attach the web wall plat
52. manual and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes A platform on the ground is the best way of determining the spacing between uprights For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Combat Filler Combat Filler Top INSTALLATION 9 Congo Net Use the handrails to determine the distance between uprights For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Dig holes for the uprights Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct Attach the flanges to the hand rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that the bolts are tightened and the uprights vertical concrete them into the ground Attach the Congo Net to the rails using S hooks ensuring that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips The small end of the S hook attaches to the chain link and the large end connects to the lug on the rails Attach the remaining ropes to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes applying a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Attach the connecting brackets to the centre rope using 20mm counter sunk bolts then the brackets to the platforms using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Note The net should be fitted so that the vertical ropes are on the inside of the net SA
53. mm cap inserted in the base If the base caps have not been inserted already they will be supplied loose and should be inserted into the bottom of each upright before installing Each platform is installed at the height shown on the equipment layout plan when measured from the top of the platform to the finished surface level below and attached using 20mm tri lobe bolts on each corner Most platform styles allow for two bolts per upright however some angled platforms will only allow for the use of one bolt Note Tri equi platforms have a different upright orientation on each corner so take care to ensure the upright orientation matches that on the plan Uprights should normally be installed to a depth of 800mm below the finished surface level If rubber surfacing has been specified the uprights may have been cut to allow 600mm below finished surface level Make sure that you allow for the safety soft fall surfacing when digging your holes ie if the upright needs to be buried 800mm below finished surface level and you have already excavated 300mm for soft fall the holes only needs to be 500mm deep Note If the ground is soft or likely to be subject to settling it is best to dig the holes an additional 100mm deep and lay a 100mm thick footing using rapid set concrete prior to inserting the uprights Choose a platform as a starting point on the structure and prepare to install that platform This could be in the centre of the structure to enabl
54. n to a detailed inspection of all areas covered in an Operational Inspection the following checks should be made L Check the structural integrity of equipment subject to corrosion or rotting L Check for any changes in the safety of the equipment resulting from repairs made or added or replaced components INSTALLATION 33 Western Australia South Australia Victoria New South Wales Queensland North Queensland Northern Territory Tasmania PO Box 484 Cloverdale 6985 Tel 08 9472 1788 PO Box 715 Modbury 5092 Tel 08 8283 3611 Unit 24 21 Eugene Tce Ringwood 3134 Tel 03 9870 0233 PO Box 5113 Greenwich 2065 Tel 02 9966 9945 PO Box 876 Capalaba 4157 Tel 07 3390 2188 PO Box 4873 Cairns 4870 Tel 07 4033 5433 PO Box 715 Modbury 5092 Tel 08 8283 3611 PO Box 1355 Rosny Park 7018 Tel 03 6248 5070 www forparkaust com au Helping Young Australians Grow
55. of to the T brackets using 17mm tri lobes with washers and T nuts Once the roof is in place tighten all bolts Roof Plastic 4 Way Attach the T brackets to the uprights using two 17mm tri lobes on each bracket Lift the roof into place and hold it in place level with the T brackets Fasten the roof to the T brackets using 17mm tri lobes with washers and T nuts with the tri lobes pointing inwards from the outside Once the roof is in place tighten all bolts Roof Plastic Curved Arched and Poly Raise the roof over the uprights and lower down over the uprights until the holes in each flange in the roof lines up with the holes in the upright Fasten using a 17mm tri lobe with washer into each upright Where multiple roofs overlap sharing common uprights each roof will need to be placed in order with the lowest roof going on first In instances where the roofs sit on top of one another the bolts should not be inserted until all roofs have been lowered over the uprights With all roofs resting lower than their final position begin by fastening the top roof first then raise each successive roof into place and fasten Note Where four roofs intersect a common upright the middle two will sit at the same level The adjoining corners have been trimmed off to enable them to sit flush Ensure that each roof is placed in the order and orientation as indicated by the drilling positions on the plan
56. orm to the next dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct If handrails are used attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes If side panels are used bolt them to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Attach the platform and uprights at the opposite end Place the plastic stairs ripple ramp in place and bolt to the platforms using 17mm tri lobes entering from the under side of the platforms Note Because of the expanding and contracting nature of plastics the stairs may be a tight fit and should be kept in a cool or shaded spot until ready to install After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place Step Attach two L brackets to each upright using tap tight tri lobes Rest the step on top of the cei L brackets and fasten from underneath using 17mm tri lobes Step Crossing Using the handrails as a guide to determine the distance between uprights dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For exact distances see Determining Distances between 24 INSTALLATION Upr
57. platform and the ground are attached on the bottom to a support bracket between uprights and attached to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Poles Firemans Pole Spider Pole Spider Climber Step Up Spiral Climber Helix Climber Ball Climber Attach the firepole top to the pole using a tap tight tri lobe the top is common to all poles Lift the pole into its approximate place to determine the position of the hole in the ground Dig the hole approximately 600mm below finished ground level and place the pole into position Attach the flanges to the firepole top as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below the pole to provide additional stability Ensure the pole is vertical then concrete into the ground Attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes The plastic steps on the Step Up Pole should be attached to each rail using 17mm tri lobes Pommel Climber Attach the flanges to the pommel fire top as detailed in flanges on page 5 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Apply a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening Dig a hole approximately 800mm below finished ground level directly below the connection point on the top Connect the pommel climber chain to the top using an S hook Ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice
58. plied attach to the face of each platform being fastened using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts through the middle 2 holes The ropes then attach to the outer 2 holes in the platform face and support plate using 17mm tri lobes Apply a small amount of loctite to all bolts before tightening 28 INSTALLATION Tunnel Climber Ensure that both platforms connecting the Tunnel Climber have been installed For exact distances between platforms see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual Do not concrete the uprights in to the ground until the Tunnel Climber is in place Attach the three tube sections together as shown using 30mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps as shown Attach both hole panels to the platforms as described under panels over plastic Connect the tunnel sections to the hole panels using 50mm cup head bolts nuts and security caps After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place Tunnel Place the tunnel on the ground level with the first platform and measure the correct distance for the next uprights Mark the spot for the next two uprights Dig the holes and insert the uprights to the correct height Attach the platform and uprights at the opposite end Fit the tunnel between the platforms and fasten the bottom of the tunnel to the platform us
59. prights using 20mm tri lobes Attach the connecting platform or end frame joiner as required Connect the beam to the platforms using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts or to the frame joiners using stainless steel cap nuts and 30mm cup head bolts Attach the swivel rails to the handrails using tap tight tri lobes and beam using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place Honeycomb Climber 5 F Use the honeycomb climber to determine the location of the holes for the legs Dig the holes and attach the top of the honeycomb climber to the platform using 17mm tri lobes entering from the underside of the platform It is advisable to place a brick or a block of wood below each leg to provide additional stability Concrete the legs into the ground Attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes Honeycomb Joiner Using the handrails or honeycomb joiner as a guide to determine the distance from one platform to the next dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at the front of this manual After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is 12 INSTALLATION correct bolt the handrails to the uprights using flanges Dig other holes for the connecting platform as required
60. r Use the frame to locate the correct position to dig holes and attach the frame to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts Attach the boards to the frame The board with docked corners in the case of timber or the shorter board in the case of aluminium is positioned adjacent to the platform Timber boards are fastened using a cap nut through the top of the board and a 40mm tri lobe through the underside of the frame Aluminium boards are fastened by a 40mm tri lobe from the underside of the support beam Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Using S hooks attach one end of the chain to the base of the frame and the other end to the handrail Ensure the S hooks are closed fully using vice grips The small end of the S hook attaches to the chain and the large end connects to the lug on the rail Attach the flanges to the top rail as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual and attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Once all bolts have been tightened concrete the legs into the ground Combat Joiner wf Combat Joiners are installed in the same way as Arch Bridges except that a combat filler is inserted top and bottom between the support beams and platform as shown in the diagram below Attach the flanges to the hand rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this
61. rs Some pressure will need to be applied to each section to manipulate it into place to connect to the section below If concrete has already been poured around the upright ensure that it has completely set before connecting slide sections If the concrete is to be added later the upright will sink lower into the ground as the slide sections are fitted and the level will need to be re adjusted prior to concreting Once all sections of the slide are in place connect the top square section of the upright to the round upright using the bracket and 17mm tri lobes At this point the upright may need to be raised if the base has settled deeper into the ground Check that the base of the upright is positioned the right distance from the other uprights as shown in the diagram Ensure that the platform is level and that the upright connects to the platform at the correct height above finished surface level according to the plan Attach the square section of the upright to the platform using 20mm tri lobes Attach the slide entry panel to the platform and uprights as detailed under Panels over using 40mm tri lobes at the bottom and 25mm tri lobes and cap nuts at the top Rotate the slide bringing the top section around until it butts up to the face of the panel and fasten from underneath using 25mm tri lobes and washers The slide leg bracket is now attached to the underside of the exit section using 17mm tri lobes
62. rt and chains to the air surfer frame using S Hooks ensure that the S hooks are fully closed using vice grips with the small end of the S Hook joining the U chain Arch and Wave Bridge Using the spacer frames or hand rail panels as a guide to determine the distance from one platform to the next Dig holes for the uprights at the opposite end of the spacer frames and insert them at the correct height Fasten the spacer frames to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Attach the platform and uprights at the opposite end After ensuring that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place Attach the bridge support beams to the platforms Fasten to the platform using 17mm tri lobes and T nuts but do not tighten bolts fully at this stage The support beams for 1 metre and 2 metre bridges bolt straight onto the platforms 3 metre bridges require a support bracket in place between the ends of the support beams and the INSTALLATION 7 platform This support bracket should be fitted first and bolted to the uprights at the sides using 20mm tri lobes and the support beams then attached onto the bracket Once the support beams are in place attach the bridge boards to the top of the beams The two boards with docked corners in the case of timber or the 2 shorter boards in the case of aluminium are positioned adjacent to the platforms Timber bo
63. s on page 6 of A this manual then lift into place and attach to the uprights using 20mm A tri lobes Dig a hole directly below each suspended chain and pommel Allow the chains to hang into the holes ensuring that they are taut 4 If rubber surfacing is to be used a pommel chain anchor is supplied The chain should be cut just above finished ground level and the anchor connected using an S hook After ensuring that the bolts are NA tightened and the uprights vertical concrete the uprights and the chain anchors into the ground Dig other holes for the connecting platform as required and attach the platform Attach the handgrips above the higher platform using 25mm tri lobes 26 INSTALLATION Tarzan Maze 3 Metre Version the four uprights ensuring that they form a perfect square After placing the uprights in the holes and ensuring that their depth is correct with the top of the upright approximately 2 2m above the finished surface level attach the side bars to the uprights using 17mm tri lobes Attach the longer arch bar to the opposing side bars and then the two half arch bars to the other covesete Foormes sides and centre bar using 17mm tri lobes The 300 so0x4conm five pommels on chains will hang from the outside of each arch bar and the centre where they connect the centre chain being longer than the four outside chains Dig five holes 5 CO
64. screw driver supplied Once secure the top of the security cap should be securely fastened Before securing each item ensure that the spacing between uprights and platforms is correct as detailed below Determining Spacing between Uprights Where handrails are used to determine the distance between platforms a tape measure should also be used to check distances allowing for movement in the flanges if they are not yet secured Alternatively a platform or platforms laid on the ground could be used as spacers The distances between most components will be a multiple of a single platform width The horizontal distances between opposing upright faces and platforms are as follows Item length Distance between upright faces Distance between platform faces 1 metre or single platform 870mm 945mm 2 metre 1815mm 1890mm 3 metre 2760mm 2835mm 4 metre 3705mm 3780mm The only exceptions to this rule are inclined Creeping Crawlers and Pinnacle Climbers In the case of these two items the item itself should be used as a guide when placed at the correct angle of inclination Concrete Footings Concrete should be used on all items in the ground as per the diagram The footings on uprights should be 300mm x 300mm x 400mm deep Attachment SOFT FALL MATERIAL components will generally only go 600mm below finished surface level and a smaller footing will be sufficient approx 300mm x 300mm x 300mm All footings should hav
65. the trench to a depth of approximately 500mm then concrete Attach the handgrips above the platform using 20mm tri lobes Rung Joiner Cargo Net Using the handrails or side panels as a guide to determine the distance from one platform to the next dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For exact distances see Determining Distances Between Uprights at the front of this manual Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Dig holes for the uprights on the connecting platform and attach the platform Attach the brackets on either end of the rung joiner cargo net to the platforms using 17mm tri lobes inserted into T nuts with the T nut being on the underside of the platform Apply a small amount of loctite to the threads before tightening After ensuring that all bolts are tightened and that the platform and uprights are level and at the correct height concrete the footings in place 20 INSTALLATION Rung Roll Over Bar Chin Up Bar dd Attach the flanges to the Rungs Roll Over Bars Chin Up Bars as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights using 20mm tri lobes Concrete the leg into the ground Seat Glide The Seat Glide c
66. ting to the type and depth of your soft fall surfacing and AS NZS 4486 1 1996 Playgrounds and playground equipment development installation maintenance and operation dealing with your site requirements and ongoing maintenance If you require advice talk to one of our consultants Some important things to remember are as follows 1 Playground equipment is normally designed for installation on a flat level surface so you should ensure that your play area is prepared correctly 2 Check that the site is clear of underground power and services before you commence digging 3 Measure the site to ensure that it is large enough to allow for the correct fall zones between the equipment and the outside of the soft fall surface and for correct distances between various items of equipment If you are unsure of these requirements you should check with your Forpark representative 4 Where possible prepare the site to allow for any slides to face south While not essential this will minimise the heat build up on the slide face during the hottest parts of the day 5 For ease of installation do not put the soft fall surfacing in until after the equipment has been installed Ensure that you allow for the required soft fall depth when excavating the site Any excavation should take place prior to commencing installation of the equipment Equipment required for installation Ratchet or socket set with 1 2 driver Ratchet or socket set
67. uare provide the orientation of each upright in relation to the items to be attached The corresponding upright number is marked on the bottom of each upright supplied along with some other details as shown below The upright number is always marked on side B When standing at the base of the upright and holding it in a horizontal position with side B facing up you will rotate the upright counter clockwise to bring side C to the face up position and so forth Equipment Layout Plan Upright Plan as though looking Upright Markings as though looking down from above down on the uprights from above base of each upright always on side B HONEYCOMB 0 3 99 8 D sn p pert STUCTURE JOINER 1M 800 I Q4 UPRIGHT lt __ NUMBER COMBAT PLATFORM FIRE CLIMBER 1200 HIGH POLE EA SEN 3 00 3 40 T corour IDENTIFIER SAFETY PANEL PREPARATION 3 Installation Platforms Uprights and Fasteners Installing Uprights amp Platforms Uprights are pre drilled with holes corresponding to the components to be attached Aluminium uprights have a threaded insert fitted to each hole Where steel uprights are used many of the holes are 9mm in diameter and require tap tight tri lobe bolts self tappers in place of the tri lobe bolts specified in this manual Each upright has a blue grey upright cap inserted in the top and a black plastic 75mm x 75
68. wn Do not tighten the nyloc nut fully until the other end is secured Attach the other ends of the support bars the same way flexing the bars to fit into place Tighten all bolts fully L INSTALLATION 25 Once the support bars are in place attach the bridge boards to the top of the bars The two boards with docked corners in the case of timber or the 2 shorter boards in the case of aluminium are positioned adjacent to the platforms Timber boards are fastened using a cap nut through the top of the board and a 17mm tri lobe through the underside of the support bar Aluminium boards are fastened by a 20mm tri lobe from the underside of the support bar Before the bolts are inserted you should apply a small amount of loctite to the thread Make sure the boards are evenly spaced then tighten all bolts Swinging Balance Beam 2 z Using the handrails as a guide to determine the distance between uprights dig holes for the uprights at the end of the handrails For sa TT exact distances see Determining Distances between Uprights at RA the front of this manual Place the uprights in the holes and ensure that their depth is correct Attach the flanges to the rails as detailed in flanges on page 6 of this manual then attach to the uprights a using 20mm tri lobes After ensuring that the uprights are vertical con

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