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COMMERCIAL PLAYGROUND SAFETY

GUIDELINES

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION

GENERAL USE INSTALLATION GUIDE

CUSTOMER GUIDE

Dear Valued KidsTale Customer,

Thank you for purchasing our KidsTale commercial play system. We appreciate the confidence

you have placed in our company, and we look forward to working together on this playground

project as well as those in the future.

The information that follows is your KidsTale Owner’s Manual & Assembly Instructions

Manual. We have designed this information specifically for the product you have purchased.

We recommend reading through the entire manual before you begin the installation and

keeping it in a convenient location for future reference.

The initial pages contain important information regarding the placement, installation, and

safety practices common to commercial play equipment. In addition, you will find a

recommended maintenance schedule, safety guidelines, warranty information, installation

instructions, and the site plan. Please read this information carefully, and apply these

guidelines to your specific situation.

We also recommend you review our warranty. It is one of the best in the industry, and we are

pleased to offer it to you. In the unlikely event you need to use it, however, the guidelines are

enclosed.

If you have any questions concerning your new play equipment, you may contact your regional

KidsTale representative directly, or feel free to contact our KidsTale customer service

department by phone at 855-880-0388 or email at sales@mykidstale.com. We invite you to

learn more about our company and our playground product line, KidsTale, on our website at

www.mykidstale.com.

Thank you again for the opportunity to serve you on this project. We are grateful for your

business and look forward to working with you on your future playground equipment projects!

Sincerely,

KidsTale

COMMERCIAL PLAYGROUND SAFETY GUIDELINES

When installing your playground, it is important to always consider the specific conditions of your

location. Becoming familiar with the safety guidelines set forth by the Consumer Product Safety

Commission (CPSC) will help you in maximizing your play value, while enhancing your child’s safety.

We strongly recommend becoming knowledgeable of the playground safety guidelines set forth by the

CPSC prior to beginning the installation, as our play equipment is engineered and designed based on

the most current CPSC standards.

For information regarding public playground safety and your responsibilities as the owner, manager, or

installer of this equipment, we recommend you contact the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

(CPSC) for the latest copy of the Public Playground Safety Handbook. You may obtain a copy of this

guidebook by contacting the CPSC at 800-638-2772, or www.cpsc.gov.

Safety Surfacing

The playground area, both around and underneath the structure, must be covered with impact

attenuating surfacing material to help reduce the risk of serious or life-threatening injuries from a fall

from the equipment. This surfacing material may be either a unitary or a loose-fill product; however, the

proper material, as well as the appropriate depth/thickness must be maintained in order to be effective.

This is determined by the critical height of the play equipment. The critical height for surfacing is to be

rated as specified by the CPSC, ASTM standard F-1487, and Canadian Standard CAN/CSA-Z-614.

Information on surfacing options and corresponding required depth/thickness can be found at

www.cpsc.gov.

The surfacing material used should have a critical height value of at least the height of the highest

designated play surface on the equipment. Surfaces such as asphalt, concrete, gravel, or sod are not

acceptable for use under playground equipment, or anywhere within the stated minimum area required.

In order to meet the safety standards, worn surfacing must be repaired in order to meet safety

standards. Concrete footing should never be exposed, and surface depth should comply with

installation instructions.

Use zones

The use zone for equipment should extend a minimum of 6’ in all directions from the perimeter of the

equipment. The use zones of two stationary pieces of playground equipment that are positioned

adjacent to each other may overlap of the adjacent designated play surfaces of each structure are no

more than 30” above the protective surface and the equipment is at least 6’ apart.

If adjacent designated play surfaces on either structure exceed a height of 30”, the minimum distance

between the structures should be 9’. Use zones of the play equipment, as well as the fall height of the

equipment, will be shown in the plan view drawing and must be adhered to for safety purposes.

Fall heights

Unless specified otherwise, the fall height of a piece of equipment is the distance between the highest

designated playing surface and the protective surfacing beneath it.

Review the entire KidsTale Owner’s Manual & Assembly Instruction Manual before beginning the

installation. KidsTale takes great pride and effort to ensure your equipment meets or exceeds all current

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

guidelines, and International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) standards in effect at

the time of your purchase.

Before you start

Contact local and regional authorities regarding any building codes or permit requirements before

beginning installation. In addition, it is recommended to contact your insurance carrier to insure your

playground area has adequate insurance coverage.

Storage considerations

When you receive your play equipment, we recommend it be installed as soon as possible. Equipment is

packaged to keep it safe and damage-free during shipment. However, the packaging material is not suited

for periods of extended time in an uncontrolled environment. Both moisture and heat generated inside the

plastic packaging may cause damage to the powder-coated finish if left for extended periods of time.

We recommend storing equipment in a controlled environment, such as a storage container or indoors. If

this is not possible, the packaging material should be removed from the equipment. In addition, large

roto-molded parts (panels, arch bridge panels, slide hoods, etc.) need to be stored flat to prevent warping.

Look below ground

Always arrange for your state’s 811 underground utility services to locate any buried utilities, which could

include the following: water, sewer, telecommunications, cable, electric, sprinklers, and drainage pipes.

This is a free service and knowing where underground utilities are located will determine if your site

location is suitable and can influence how your playground will be configured.

Look above ground

Overhead obstructions within the use zones of playground equipment that are not part of the play structure

(for example, tree limbs) should be at least 84 inches (7 feet) above each designated play surface and the

pivot point of swings.

All overhead utility or power line clearances above the use zone areas shall comply with all local, state,

and national codes, such as the National Electrical Safety Code.

At ground level

The playground location should be graded flat to create the safest area possible. Soil conditions and

ground slope will impact water drainage. You may desire to inquire with local contractors for

recommendations on grade and drainage concerns. Special installation considerations must be

implemented for sites that are not level.

Identify any additional structures in the area (trees, poles, walkways, fences, signs, etc.) to ensure the

placement of the playground in relation to these fixed structures meets all required clearances.

All asphalt, concrete, and other such debris must be removed from the site prior to installation.

SITE PREPARATION

Look outside the area

Identify hazards in the area that may require fencing or re-directed traffic patterns. It is recommended to

maintain safe distances from hazards, such as swimming pools, ponds, roads, drop-offs, etc. It is highly

recommended that children be a safe distance from such hazards, while still allowing for observation by

parents or teachers. If fences are used, they should conform to local building codes and/or ASTM

F-2049.

Conduct your inventory

Each instruction guide contains a packing list of all parts and hardware necessary for a successful

installation. An inventory of all parts, including hardware, should be conducted PRIOR to the

installation. This will insure that the components are accounted for as you get ready to start. If you have

any missing or damaged parts, please contact your sales representative IMMEDIATELY. KidsTale is not

responsible for parts discovered missing over 10 days after receipt of the shipment.

Preparing your site layout

The site plan and the footing diagram provide accurate measurements and markings for the playground

footprint. Use the dimensions shown between footings on the footing diagram to lay out the actual

footprint of the play structure. Locate any free-standing play equipment in the same manner, providing

the necessary clearance between the equipment as well as any fences, trees, etc.

If the site cannot be graded level, adjust the depth of footings to maintain a level footing base. If soil

conditions are loose or unstable, a larger diameter footing may be required.

After marking your footing locations, playground perimeter, and use zone perimeter, locate and set

center deck posts. Form center posts in concrete. Allow concrete to cure for at least 24 hours before

adding the additional posts and decks as outlined in the site plan. Once all decks are installed,

components such as slides, climbers, etc., can be connected per their respective assembly

instructions. Note that connecting components between decks, such as crawl tunnels and bone

bridges, should be installed concurrently with the decks to ensure an accurate fit.

Unless directed by installer, assemble the entire structure before pouring the rest of the concrete.

Concrete with a minimum psi of 2,500 must be used and should be mixed in accordance with

manufacturer’s specifications. It is recommended to allow 48 hours for the final concrete to cure before

the playground is opened for use.

IMPORTANT: Never leave the installation site unattended without making sure that all fastening

hardware on all equipment is tight. Failure to do so may result in injury or equipment damage.

The installation areas should have clearly-marked warning signs indicating that the playground area is

a designated construction zone. Usage of the equipment at any stage of the installation process prior to

completion will attract unauthorized activity regardless of its actual state of readiness. After work

hours, it is recommended to surround the play area with portable safety fencing or caution tape and

signage to deter any trespassing onto the construction area. Even

during installation, children can gravitate to unattended equipment, thereby increasing safety risks.

Do not attach swing chains, exercise rings, or similar moving components until the entire

construction is complete and safety surfacing is in place.

In addition, never leave the job site unattended without making sure that all open holes are covered

with a material such as plywood. Rope off all unfinished equipment to keep the children away until

the build is complete.

It is recommended that you have a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) on site during

installation. Upon completion of the installation (including safety surfacing and all site amenities), the

playground should be audited by a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) providing

documentation indicating the playground is installed correctly and meets the guidelines set forth by

the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Tools required

With the tamper resistant hardware, the manufacturer provides a TORX-head tool

Tools normally required include the following:

Wheelbarrow (to mix concrete)

Power 3/8” drill (extension cord, if necessary)

String level, magnetic level, 4’ level

Standard tool kit- wrench set, Allen wrench set, tin snips, razor tool, etc.

Mallet

Shovels and rakes

Posthole digger / auger

Tape measure

WARNING LABELS

KidsTale provides warning labels that must be installed on vertical posts to comply with ASTM 1487,

which reads, “Warning: Installation over a hard surface such as concrete, asphalt or packed earth

may result in serious injury or death from falls.”

MANUFACTURER LABELS

KidsTale provides manufacturer labels in the installation kit. These labels must be installed to comply

with CPSIA Section 103A. A manufacturer label is required on each independent play unit.

KidsTale Warranty

KidsTale warrants to its original customer for as long as the original customer owns the product and

uses the product with normal use and installation in accordance with published specifications to be free

from defects in materials and workmanship.

This warranty does not cover damage from misuse, vandalism, modified parts, or damage such as dents,

scratches, fading/weathering, acts of God, and normal wear and tear.

Warranty claims must be filed within the applicable warranty period. Warranty replacement does not

include the cost of labor for part replacement. Replacement parts carry the applicable warranty from the

date of shipment of the replacement part.

One Hundred Year (100) Limited Warranty on aluminum and steel upright posts against structural

failure due to deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.

One Hundred Year (100) Limited Warranty on hardware against structural failure due to

deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.

One Hundred Year (100) Limited Warranty on post caps and clamps against structural failure due

to deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.

Fifteen Year (15) Limited Warranty on rails, rungs, rigid climbers, loops, and decks against

structural failure due to deterioration, corrosion, or workmanship.

Fifteen Year (15) Limited Warranty on all HDPE and rotational molded plastic components against

structural failure due to materials, or workmanship.

Three Year (3) Limited Warranty on all blow molded plastics against structural failure due to

materials, or workmanship.

Five Year (5) Limited Warranty on cables and nets against premature wear due to natural

deterioration or manufacturing defects.

Five Year (5) Limited Warranty on moving parts against structural failure due to materials or

workmanship.

One Year (1) Limited Warranty on all materials and products not covered above against failure due

to materials or workmanship.

Warranty procedure: To make a warranty claim, submit your request in writing, including photographs of

defective equipment, and the original purchase invoice or invoice number to your KidsTale

representative.

We will review the information and communicate options with you. If the product is under warranty, we

will replace the defective part. KidsTale is not responsible for freight costs or labor costs to replace the

part. We reserve the right to inspect all products identified as defective, and photos of defective

equipment will be required to accompany warranty claims.

SUPERVISION GUIDELINES

Even playgrounds that are designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with safety guidelines

and standards can still present hazards to children in the absence of adequate supervision.

The goal of playground safety is to remove hazards and minimize injury while playing, but these risks

cannot be eliminated entirely. Because all playgrounds present some challenge, and children can be

expected to use equipment in unintended ways, injuries can occur.

It is the responsibility of a playground supervisor to understand the basics of playground safety.

Supervisors should be aware that the playground equipment is designed based on the most current

CPSC guidelines. For more information on playground guidelines, go the Consumer Product Safety

Commission’s website at www.cpsc.gov.

The following are some general guidelines to follow:

Direct children to age-appropriate activities, keeping in mind that not all playground equipment is

appropriate for all children who may use the playground. The range of users encompassed by this

CPSC specification is the 5th percentile 2-year-old through the 95th percentile 12-year-old. It is

important to recognize that preschool-age children require more attentive supervision on

playground equipment than older children.

Children should not wear loose clothing, hoods, drawstrings, or jewelry while on the playground

equipment. These items could pose a strangulation/entanglement hazard.

Make sure children are wearing proper footwear.

Check for and remove unsafe modifications that are not part of the design, especially ropes tied to

equipment, before letting children play.

Look out for dangerous horseplay, such as children throwing protective surface materials, jumping

from heights, etc.

Watch for and stop children from wandering away from the play area.

Check for properly maintained protective surfacing.

Prohibit use of playground while wet. Wet equipment will not provide the necessary traction and

gripping capability. Slips or falls may occur.

Observe play patterns to note possible hazardous play and overcrowding on playground equipment.

Loose-filled Surfacing:

Surfacing should be checked regularly to ensure it has not displaced significantly, particularly in areas

of the playground most subject to displacement (heavy traffic areas such as stair entry and slide exits).

Displaced loose-fill surfacing should be raked back into proper place so that a constant depth is

maintained throughout the playground area.

Routine maintenance for surfacing:

Activities in areas under swings and slide exits tend to displace surfacing quickly. Rake loose-fill

surfacing back in place to ensure proper depth/thickness.

Wet mulch compacts faster than dry, fluffy mulch. If pooling water is noticed regularly on mulch

surfacing, consider addressing drainage issues.

Most loose-fill surfacing that freezes solid no longer functions as protective surfacing. Even if the

first few inches are loose, the base layer may be frozen, and the impact attenuation of the surfacing

may be significantly reduced.

Contact your playground installer for more information about loose-fill safety surfacing or the

manufacturer of the surfacing for recommended maintenance and inspection requirements.

The attached list is a helpful guide in maintaining your playground. It is intended to address general

maintenance concerns to be performed on a periodic basis. It does not provide a complete safety

inspection of the playground equipment. It is recommended to have your playground inspected by a

Certified Playground Safety Inspector annually.

MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES

A consistent and thorough maintenance plan for each playground and independent play unit is the

most effective way to keep your playground safe. Train the right people to oversee maintenance

schedules and conduct inspections. We recommend the playground safety course offered by the

National Recreation and Parks Association. With the successful completion of the course, a participant

will earn the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification, which is good for three years.

Maintenance

Maintenance reviews should be carried out in a systematic manner by trained personnel familiar with

the playground area, such as maintenance workers, playground supervisors, etc. Any damaged or

worn parts, or any other hazards identified during a review must be repaired or replaced before

allowing children to use the playground equipment.

The frequency of maintenance will be determined by several factors, such as the frequency of use,

number of children using each unit, age of children, age of equipment, the surrounding area, and

frequency and severity of inclement weather.

Maintaining your playground equipment as well as its surrounding area is essential to minimizing the

risk of injury to users, as well as maximizing your playground’s useful lifespan. We recommend the

following maintenance procedures be followed.

On a daily basis: A responsible individual should conduct a brief visual check for structural defects,

signs of vandalism, and litter of foreign matter that needs to be removed.

On a weekly basis: A responsible individual should complete the checklist on the following pages. Any

required repairs should be detailed on the separate maintenance report. Once the repairs are

completed, file the signed checklist and the record for future reference. A dated file and form should be

kept for each play structure at each location.

Inspection

Inspections should be carried out by a certified playground safety inspector (CPSI). Check with your

local area to find of if there are current regulations regarding playground inspections.

Audit

Audits are conducted at milestones in the life of your playground. An audit includes a full inspection as

well as a maintenance plan. Audits are recommended at the completion of the installation, a renovation

or major addition. Part of the audit will include a maintenance plan and an inspection schedule.

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