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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Observing the following instructions and warnings reduces the likelihood of serious
or fatal injury:
· On-site adult supervision should be provided for children of all ages.
· Instruct children not to use the equipment in a manner other than intended.
· To prevent entanglement and strangulation, dress children appropriately, using
well-fitting shoes and avoiding ponchos, scarves, jackets with neck drawstrings,
helmets with straps, and other loose-fitting clothing that is potentially hazardous
while using equipment.
· Instruct children not to play when the equipment is wet.
· Instruct children not to attach items to the playground equipment that are not
specifically designed for use with the equipment, such as, but not limited to, jump
ropes, clotheslines, pet leashes, cables and chains, as they may cause a
strangulation hazard. Do not move the equipment while in use.
· Impact surfacing needs to cover the entire recommended play area.
CONSUMER INFORMATION SHEET FOR PLAYGROUND SURFACING
MATERIALS
Select Protective Surfacing:
One of the most important things you can do to reduce the likelihood of serious
head injuries is to install shock-absorbing protective surfacing under and around
your play equipment. The protective surfacing should be applied to a depth that is
suitable for the equipment height in accordance with ASTM Specification F1292.
There are different types of surfacing to choose from; whichever product you
select, follow these guidelines:
NOTE: Do not install home playground equipment over concrete, asphalt, or any
other hard surface. A fall onto a hard surface can result in serious injury to the
equipment user. Grass and dirt are not considered protective surfacing because
wear and environmental factors can reduce their shock-absorbing effectiveness.
Carpeting and thin mats are generally not adequate protective surfacing.
Ground level equipment – such as a sandbox, activity wall, playhouse or other
equipment that has no elevated play surface – does not need any protective
surfacing. Loose Fill Materials: Maintain a minimum depth of 9 inches (23 cm) of
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